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Graduate
Degree Programs
Master
of Science in Human Resources Management
For human resources professionals seeking to further their careers and
individuals seeking professional advancement in managerial careers, the
graduate program in human resources management offers an opportunity to
study new areas of management and gain a broad understanding of their
field or endeavor.
The major thrust of the program is to gain knowledge of current practices
in human resources management.
Those students interested in preparation for management careers in human
resources or general management will find that the program meets their
needs.
The Mission
The Master of Science in Human Resources Management program affirms the
mission of the University. It also further fulfills the University goals
of supporting the preparation of professionals in human resources management
and in general managerial and administrative positions.
The mission of the graduate human resources management program is to:
- Foster the development of professionals, scholars, and lifelong learners
who apply advanced study to master effective problem solving skills;
- Facilitate the development of critical thinkers who can use their
personal, professional, spiritual, and academic experiences in the analysis
of human resources management issues;
- Develop informed users of research who are capable of making significant
contributions to their chosen field; and
- Support and encourage scholarship, intellectual inquiry, and professional
responsibility that nurtures the growth and development of others.
Goals
Four specific goals have been identified to guide program development and
review:
- To provide opportunities for the development of innovative and effective
teaching methods rooted in an understanding of management theory and
research;
- To provide successful professional managers with the flexibility to
assume leadership roles in human resources management and in the managerial
leadership community;
- To nurture a deep commitment to excellence in human resources management
and managerial leadership as a means of service to others; and
- To provide a supportive and cooperative learning environment that
encourages students to develop their potential for study and their understanding
of human resources management.
Academic Governance of the School of Business
The Dean and Director of Graduate Programs in the School of Business Administration
is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the graduate business programs.
The School of Business Administration Graduate Committee provides program
governance. Members of the Committee include the Dean, acting as the Committee
Chair, and members from the business community. Results of the Committee's
work are published in the University newsletters following any significant
developments. Students may participate in the Committee's activities by
making their needs known to the Committee Chair.
Return to GRADUATE ADMISSIONS
for more information on admission requirements.
Master
of Science in Information Systems Management
For the professional, who need
to understand and manage information systems and who seeks to further
his/her career, the graduate program in information systems management
offers an opportunity to study new areas of information systems management
and to gain a broad understanding in this field.
The information systems management program is designed for a working professional
with an undergraduate degree in any field who would like to advance his/her
career in the field of information systems management.
The student will acquire the critical knowledge and skills needed to meet
the growing demand for trained professionals in the expanding information
systems management field.
This program incorporates courses with an emphasis on management techniques
with courses in information systems.
The Mission
The Master of Science in Information Systems Management program affirms
the mission of the University. It also further fulfills the University
goals of supporting the preparation of professionals in information systems
management and in general managerial and administrative positions.
The mission of the Graduate Information Systems Management program is
to:
- Foster the development of professionals, scholars, and lifelong learners
who apply advanced study to master effective problem-solving skills;
- Facilitate the development of critical thinkers who can use their
personal, professional, and academic experiences in the analysis of
information systems management issues;
- Develop informed users of research capable of making significant contributions
to their chosen field; and
- Support and encourage scholarship, intellectual inquiry, and professional
responsibility.
Goals
The University has identified the following five specific goals to guide
program development and review:
- To provide students with a strong foundation of management and leadership
skills as well as an advanced understanding of information systems and
its integrated role in business today;
- To provide opportunities for the development of innovative and effective
teaching methods rooted in an understanding of management theory and
research;
- To provide successful professional managers with the flexibility to
assume leadership roles in information systems management and in the
managerial leadership;
- To nurture a deep commitment to excellence in information systems
management and managerial leadership as a means of service to others;
and
- To provide a supportive and cooperative learning environment that
encourages students to develop their potential for study and their understanding
of information systems management.
Academic Governance of the School of Business Administration
The Dean of the School of Business Administration is responsible for the
day-to-day operation of the graduate business programs. The School of Business
Administration Graduate Advisory Committee provides program governance.
Members of the Committee include the Dean of the School of Business Administration,
acting as the Committee Chair, and members from the business community.
Results of the Committee's work are published in the minutes of the Committee.
Students may participate in the Committee's activities by making their needs
known to the committee chair.
Return to GRADUATE ADMISSIONS
for more information on admission requirements.
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