Electives are available in accounting, business law, computer information systems, economics, finance, management, marketing, quantitative methods, and disciplines outside the field of business. A maximum of three elective hours may be taken outside of business, but the courses must be approved by the graduate advisor before the student enrolls in the course.
The comprehensive examination consists of a consulting project with companies in the community. The exam is a written paper and oral presentation at the end of the semester, associated with capstone course MGT 5313 . If the student fails, they must retake the capstone course, MGT 5313 , the following term.
Students who do not successfully complete the requirements for the degree within the timelines specified will be dismissed from the program.
Master's level courses in Business Administration: ACC , ANLY , B A , BLAW , ECO , FIN , ISAN , MGT , MKT
Students must complete the appropriate background course or its equivalent before enrolling in elective courses.
ACC 5315. Selected Topics in Financial Accounting.
The study of specialized financial accounting topics, existing and prospective, necessary for an advanced understanding of financial reporting. Topics include: pensions and post-retirement benefits, deferred taxes, derivatives, share-based payments, interim and segment reporting and emerging issues of the Emerging Issues Task Force. Prerequisite: ACC 3314 with a grade of “B” or better.
ACC 5316. Advanced Accounting.
A study of accounting for business combinations and consolidated financial statements. Additional selected topics may include accounting for multinational operations, interim reporting, SEC reporting, partnership and governmental and not-forprofit accounting. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 with a grade of “B” or better.
ACC 5320. Auditing.
A study of the underlying theory of external financial auditing including professional ethics, auditing standards and procedures, and the role of auditor’s judgment. (Suggested for CPA eligibility). Prerequisite: ACC 4313 with a grade of “B” or better. Corequisite: ACC 3314 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5323. Accounting Data Analytics.
This course introduces students to the process of making decisions using data-driven techniques. Specifically, this course emphasizes question formulation, hypothesis development, data analysis, model building, and model testing using business case studies. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 with a grade of "C" or better.
ACC 5340. Individual Income Tax.
A study of the tax concepts and issues involved in an individual’s employment and personal life, and in sole proprietorships, property transactions, tax administration and tax practice. Regulatory and ethical issues are incorporated into the discussion. This course may not count as an elective in any master's program in the McCoy College of Business. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 with a grade of “B” or better.
ACC 5350. Professional Accounting Research.
This course provides a study of the sources of authoritative standards in financial accounting. The course develops procedures for identifying the applicable accounting issues, locating appropriate authority, and communicating the results of professional research. Corequisite: ACC 3314 with a grade of “B” or better.
ACC 5352. Financial Statement Reporting and Analysis.
A study of financial statement reporting and analysis. Use of tools and skills will be used to analyze and interpret financial reports for assessing financial performance of firms to facilitate investment, lending, and other financial decisions in a variety of business contexts. Prerequisite: ACC 3305 or ACC 5361 either with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5355. IT Auditing.
A study of the IT audit: The process of collecting and evaluating evidence of IT system practices and operations. The course develops understanding of the procedures to test whether the systems are safeguarding assets, maintaining data security and operating effectively and efficiently. Prerequisite: ACC 3305 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5357. Regulation and Professionalism.
This course will cover the professional and legal responsibilities and liabilities of the accounting profession and tax preparers; the commercial law applicable to business transactions; and the legal structure of business organizations. It will also provide a basic overview of corporate and partnership taxation, focusing on current topics and developments. Prerequisites: ACC 3313 and [ACC 4328 or ACC 3308 ] both with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5361. Accounting Analysis for Managerial Decision Making.
Use of accounting information for improving managerial decision making. Emphasis is on understanding the practice of business management, budgeting, cost behavior, and operational, internal, and management control. Prerequisite: B A 5352 with a grade of "C" or better.
ACC 5362. Cost and Managerial Accounting Theory.
A study of recent developments and topics in the area of cost and managerial accounting. Includes a discussion of quantitative techniques and their applicability to accounting problems. Prerequisites: ACC 3365 or ACC 5361 either with a grade of “B” or better.
ACC 5366. Business Entity Taxation.
Federal income tax provisions affecting business decisions, with an emphasis on C Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, and Partnerships. An introduction to the choice, formation, organization, operation and distribution rules or the preceding business entities. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 and [ACC 4328 or ACC 3308 ] both with grades of "B" or better.
ACC 5369. Special Studies in Accounting.
Directed study and research on selected accounting topics, including the development of accounting thought and research in; advanced tax topics, international accounting, professional ethics and managerial and financial accounting. Courses will be offered as independent instruction. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ACC 5370. Internship in Accounting.
Experiential learning during which the students work in accounting. This work experience may be in public, industry, or governmental accounting units. The student is immersed in a variety of intensive work assignments with increasing levels of responsibility. Students taking ACC 5370 for credit may not take ACC 5680 for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ACC 5372. Tax Research.
An examination of the sources of tax authority, which include its primary sources (legislative, judicial, and administrative), as well as secondary sources. The course also develops procedures for identifying the applicable tax issues, locating appropriate tax authority, and communicating the results of tax research. Prerequisite: ACC 4328 or ACC 3308 with a grade of "B" or better. Corequisite: ACC 3314 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5373. Fraud Examination.
An introduction to the theory and techniques used to prevent, detect, and solve occupational and financial fraud and corruption schemes. Includes forensic accounting procedures, interviewing techniques, rules of evidence, documentary evidence gathering, report writing and other aspects of litigation support. Prerequisite: ACC 3305 or ACC 3313 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5375. Business Information Consulting.
Integrative capstone for the MSAIT program using principles and concepts applied through the analysis and presentation of case studies dealing with current issues or emerging trends in the fields of accounting and information technology for the accounting professionals serving as consultants. Prerequisite: ACC 3305 with a "B" or better.
ACC 5377. Partnership Taxation.
A comprehensive study of the tax implications of conducting a business as a partnership or as a limited liability company. Life-cycle analysis and tax planning considerations are emphasized. Prerequisite: ACC 4328 or ACC 3308 or ACC 5366 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5378. Tax Practice, Procedures, Audits and Controversy.
This course focuses on the procedural aspects of tax planning and tax return preparation. Coverage includes IRS enforcement tools and corresponding taxpayer rights, audits and appeals, civil and criminal penalties, and statutory relief provisions. Professional standards and ethical considerations in tax practice are emphasized. Prerequisites: ACC 3314 and [ACC 4328 or ACC 3308 ] both with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5389. Corporate Governance and Ethics.
A study of the corporate governance and ethical issues in accounting, including ethical reasoning, integrity, objectivity, independence, core values and professional issues. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 with a grade of "B" or better. Corequisite: ACC 4313 with a grade of "C" or better.
ACC 5390A. International Accounting.
A study of the impact of international business activity on accounting standard setting. This course investigates the development of international accounting standards and compares those standards to US standards. Students taking ACC 4390A for credit may not take ACC 5390A for credit. (MULT) Prerequisite: ACC 3313 with a grade of "B" or better.
ACC 5390G. Sustainability Reporting.
This course on sustainability reporting strategies will examine analytical methods and reporting techniques used by for-profit and non-profit companies to support sustainable operations.
ACC 5390L. Exploring Accounting Oversight in Washington, D.C..
This course offers an immersive learning experience in Washington, D.C. The course bridges classroom theory with real-world practice, providing a holistic understanding of the regulatory landscape through exploration of the key institutions shaping the accounting profession. The core of the course consists of guided visits to these institutions. Prerequisite: ACC 4313 with a grade of "C" or better.
ACC 5680. Internship in Accounting.
This internship involves experiential learning over one entire semester during which the students work in accounting. This work experience may be in public, industry, or governmental accounting units. The student is immersed in a variety of intensive work assignments with increasing levels of responsibility. Students taking ACC 5370 for credit may not take ACC 5680 for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ANLY 5199B. Thesis.
This course represents a student's continuing thesis enrollment. The student continues to enroll in this course until the thesis is submitted for binding. Graded on a credit (CR), progress (PR), no-credit (F) basis.
ANLY 5299B. Thesis.
ANLY 5332. Optimization for Business Analytics.
This course introduces optimization theory and applications for analyzing and solving business decision-making problems. The students will learn to apply in various business domains optimization concepts and tools such as linear programming, integer/mixed-integer programming, and other classes of optimization models.
ANLY 5334. Statistical Methods for Business.
This course provides the quantitative foundation for business analysis and decision making. Topics include inferential statistics, regression analysis, and other analytical/modeling techniques with wide applicability in decision-making and problem solving in all functional areas of business.
ANLY 5335. Forecasting and Simulation.
This course introduces the concepts and principles of forecasting and simulation techniques as applies to planning and decision making in organizations. Topical coverage includes time series forecasting, causal forecasting, discrete event simulation, and continuous-event simulation techniques.
ANLY 5336. Analytics.
This course introduces analytics which refers to the process of transforming data into information for making decisions. The topics include the introduction to analytics, visualization, analytics applications, and challenges related to business data. Students will learn how to use software, conduct data analysis and communicate their results.
ANLY 5338. Operations Management.
This course introduces the processes and strategies to create, produce, and deliver goods and services that drive organizations' overall success. It will highlight operational and tactical problems organizations typically confront and introduce the concepts and analytical tools (both process and systems based) used to deal with these problems.
ANLY 5342. Probability and Statistical Models.
This course introduces the concept of probability and probability distributions. It includes general and generalized linear models, inflated and mixture models, and hierarchical models. Model validity and choice will also be discussed.
ANLY 5343. Data Mining.
This course covers data mining concepts and applications of data mining techniques to solve business problems. It emphasizes algorithms such as classification, clustering, association, and text mining. Model selection and assessment are also emphasized. Prerequisite: ANLY 5336 with a grade of "C" or better.
ANLY 5369. Independent Study in Analytics.
This course focuses on individual in-depth research. Students, in consultation with a faculty member, choose a selected area of study in quantitative methods and work independently on a specialized project. Course may be repeated with approval of department chair. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ANLY 5390A. Statistical Computing.
This course covers programming and statistical computing concepts. Programming concepts include data manipulation, data structures, control structures, functions, basic algorithms, and matrix manipulations. Statistical computing topics include numerical linear algebra, Monte Carlo methods, and numerical optimization.
ANLY 5395. Internship in Analytics.
This course is based on experiential learning while the student works in quantitative methods and statistics. Students will integrate both professional and academic experiences through the internship with an external employer. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ANLY 5399A. Thesis.
This course represents a student's initial thesis enrollment. No thesis credit is awarded until the student has completed the thesis in Data Analytics and Information Systems. Graded on a credit (CR), progress (PR), no-credit (F) basis.
ANLY 5399B. Thesis.
ANLY 5599B. Thesis.
ANLY 5999B. Thesis.
B A 5100. Business Professional Development Seminar.
This course is designed to contribute to the development of the business professional. Academic content is supplemented by training in soft skill topics to better prepare the students for a successful business career. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
B A 5351. Organizational Performance and Competitive Advantage.
This course is designed to provide an integrative understanding of the firm. A variety of organizational models and perspectives will be incorporated to facilitate understanding of the complexities of the firm, its environments, and its relationships with stakeholders. Includes focus on case analysis issues and communication skills.
B A 5353. Understanding and Analyzing Organizational Problems.
An introduction to the concepts of economic theory and optimization, with an emphasis on developing skills in data and economic analysis to solve business problems. Coverage includes prices, costs, market structures, macroeconomic policies, and optimization. Corequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
B A 5368A. MBA Full Time Cohort International Experience.
This course will focus on developing an understanding and analysis of issues related to business challenges in another country. Students will gain first-hand experience with the business practices, culture and economy of another country. Corequisite: MGT 5313 with a grade of "C" or better.
B A 5396. Internship in Business Administration.
This course is based on experiential learning while the student works in business administration. Students will integrate both professional and academic experiences through the internship with an external employer. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
B A 5398. Independent Study in Business Administration.
This course focuses on individual in-depth research. Students, in consultation with a faculty member, choose a selected area of study in business administration and work independently on a specialized project. Course may be repeated with approval of associate dean for graduate programs. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
BLAW 5310. The Employment Relationship.
A study of trends in the rapidly evolving “law of workplace,” with emphasis on how lawmakers attempt to balance the rights and responsibilities of employers and workers. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
BLAW 5315. Legal Issues in International Business.
This course examines legal issues relevant to international business transactions, emphasizing international trade, licensing of intellectual property, and foreign direct investment. Environmental, dispute resolution, labor, e-commerce, marketing, and ethical issues will also be discussed. (MULT).
BLAW 5333. Legal Issues of Sustainability and Responsibility.
Diverse frameworks and analytical methods underlying our understanding of sustainability are explored, including the legal aspects & impact on business, society, environment and economy. Topics include corporate governance, globalization, urbanization, energy, human population, food, natural resources, water and equity.
BLAW 5364. Commercial Law.
A traditional business law course which examines sales, negotiable instruments, creditor’s rights and remedies, secured transactions, bankruptcy law, personal property, bailments, real property and landlord-tenant relationships. Prerequisite: BLAW 3301 with a grade of "C" or better.
BLAW 5368I. International Business Ethics.
This course examines the legal and ethical challenges inherent in international marketing, international environmental and energy practices, international labor and employment practices, trade negotiations, foreign direct investment, intellectual property licensing, technology development, data collection mining, corporate tax inversion, and global corporate social responsibility. Students will also discuss the individual behavioral, organizational, and cultural factors that influence ethical and unethical business decisions in the global business environment.
ECO 5302. Economic Theory and Policy.
An intensive study of micro-and macroeconomic concepts; the price system as it functions under competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly; national income measurement and determination; business cycles; money and banking; monetary policy; fiscal policy and economic stabilization. May not be counted as an elective MBA course. This course does not earn graduate degree credit.
ECO 5310. International Economics.
Examination of the patterns of trade and finance among nations, integrating the topics of exchange rates, trade barriers, customs unions, and macroeconomics policy into a unified treatment of international economic relations. (MULT) Prerequisite: B A 5353 with a grade of "C" or better.
ECO 5316. Managerial Economics.
The application of economic theory and analysis to the formulation of business policy, including demand analysis, production theory, linear programming, and pricing policy. (MBA with Technology Emphasis students complete TECH 5315 .) Prerequisite: QMST 5334 with a grade of "C" or better.
ECO 5320. Emerging Market Economies.
The course focuses on the structural characteristics of the emerging market economies, with an emphasis on analyzing the salient economic challenges and opportunities facing contemporary emerging market economies. Prerequisites: B A 5353 with a grade of "C" or better.
FIN 5322. Investment Analysis.
This course cover the application of finance theory to investment analysis. Topics include modern investment theories, asset pricing models and derivative pricing models, with a focus on application of derivatives to manage risk exposure. Prerequisite: B A 5352 with a grade of "C" or better or FIN 3312 with a grade of "D" or better.
FIN 5332. Portfolio Theory and Capital Markets.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the strategies for creating and managing portfolios. At the end of this course, students should understand the tools for investment management. Topics covered include portfolio construction and analysis, risk analysis, asset class management, derivatives, and portfolio performance analysis. Prerequisite: FIN 5322 with a grade of "C" or better.
FIN 5338. International Investments and Financial Management.
Examination of economic incentives and rationale for international investment and financing. Topics include exchange rate risk exposure and management, global debt and equity investment and financing, foreign currency derivative markets, and general investment and financing strategy in global capital market. (MULT) Prerequisite: B A 5352 with a grade of "C" or better.
FIN 5347C. Real Estate Investment.
An application of capital budgeting to real estate investment decisions. Prerequisite: FIN 5387 with a grade of "C" or better.
FIN 5352. Financial Management.
This course introduces students to the major considerations in financial decision making. These considerations are analyzed by exploring the role of financial managers in creating value and maximizing shareholder wealth within the constraints of legal and ethical behavior. The development of critical thinking, quantitative applications, and analytical skills are major goals of this course because the topics require knowledge of specialized problem-solving techniques. Prerequisite: ACC 5361 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: QMST 5334 with a grade of "C" or better.
FIN 5387. Managerial Finance.
Concentrates on the finance function, analysis and budgeting of funds,management of current assets, short and intermediate-term financing requirements, long-term debt policy and capital structure, capital budgeting, and the concept of cost of capital. Risk and return trade-offs also are studied. Prerequisite: B A 5352 with a grade of "C" or better.
ISAN 5199B. Thesis.
ISAN 5299B. Thesis.
ISAN 5318. Information Technology in Digital Economy.
This course provides an understanding of the issues in managing organizations' information assets. The course examines users' issues and challenges within the Information Technology (IT) management arena as part of a firm's business and IT strategy. The course provides frameworks and management principles that current or aspiring managers can employ with the challenges of implementing rapidly advancing technology. The focus is on managerial rather than technical issues. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
ISAN 5355. Database Management Systems.
This course explores the concepts, principles, issues, and techniques for managing data resources using database management systems. Topics include techniques for analysis, design, and development of database systems, creating and using logical data models, database query languages, and procedures for evaluating management software. Students will develop a management information system.
ISAN 5357. Computing for Data Analytics.
This course focuses on fundamentals of programming. Students will learn to design and implement applications, and programmatically handle a variety of data management functionalities.
ISAN 5358. Agile Project Management For Business Professionals.
This course provides an in-depth study of the project management body of knowledge as applied to Information Technology, emphasizing Agile methodologies and the processes of managing scope, costs, schedules, quality, and risks. Topics Include program management, system planning and design methodologies, material & capacity requirements, human, cultural, & international issues, and their impact on the organization.
ISAN 5360. E-Commerce: Strategies, Technologies, and Applications.
This course is designed to familiarize students with current and emerging e-commerce technologies. Topics include Internet technology for business advantage, reinventing the future of business through e-commerce, business opportunities in e-commerce, and social, political, global, and ethical issues associated with ecommerce.
ISAN 5364. Data Warehousing.
This course allows students to familiarize with current and emerging data warehousing technologies that play a strategic role in business organizations. Topics include data warehouse development life cycle, data warehouse navigation, data quality, and performance issues. Prerequisite: ISAN 5355 with a grade of "C" or better.
ISAN 5367. Machine Learning.
This course focuses on deriving actionable knowledge from data using algorithms and industry standard tools. Topics covered are the complete process, key technologies, core machine learning algorithms, and programming used for business intelligence. Prerequisite: ISAN 5357 and ANLY 5336 both with grades of "C" or better.
ISAN 5368. Information Security.
This course covers the analysis, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of information security systems in communication networks. Topics include legal, ethical, professional, and personnel issues, concepts, theories, and processes of risk management, technology; cryptography theory and practice; and physical and hardware security.
ISAN 5369. Independent Study in Information Systems.
This course focuses on individual in-depth research. Students, in consultation with a faculty member, choose a selected area of study in Information Systems and work independently on a specialized project. Course may be repeated with approval of department chair. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ISAN 5370. Enterprise Resource Planning and Business Intelligence.
This course uses information technology integrations in enterprises for operational control and business intelligence is examined via Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications in customer relationships management, accounting, finance, purchasing, production control, sales, marketing, and human resource management. Emphasizes managerial issues surrounding the need, selection, and implementation of ERP systems.
ISAN 5371. Accounting Information Systems and Controls.
This course examines accounting information systems and controls and their role in the current technology-intensive business environment. Emphasis is placed on contemporary technology and applications, information technology and business information systems assessments, design of internal controls to satisfy regulation and policy requirements, control concepts, theories, and processes, information systems auditing, systems development life cycle, and information structure, data transfer, and transaction cycles. Prerequisite: ACC 3313 or ACC 5361 either with a grade of "C" or better.
ISAN 5378. Information Security Policies and Compliance.
This course focuses on the technology and managerial issues related to information policies, regulations, and compliance that assure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and computer systems. Topics include information security policy, regulations, laws, standards, framework, compliance, and governance. Prerequisite: ISAN 5368 with a grade of "C" or better.
ISAN 5390A. Introduction to Design Thinking.
This course provides an overview and hands-on introduction to Design Thinking and the human-centered design process. Topics include an introduction, defining the problem, ideation, and concept generation, prototyping & testing, refining, and launching.
ISAN 5395. Internship in Information Systems.
This course provides students with opportunities for experiential learning by contributing to a computer information systems project. The course enables integration of professional and academic experience through internship with an external employer. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
ISAN 5399A. Thesis.
This course represents a student's initial thesis enrollment. No thesis credit is awarded until the student has completed their thesis. Graded on a credit (CR), progress (PR), no-credit (F) basis.
ISAN 5399B. Thesis.
ISAN 5599B. Thesis.
ISAN 5999B. Thesis.
MGT 5199B. Thesis.
This course represents a student’s continuing thesis enrollments. The student continues to enroll in this course until the thesis is submitted for binding.
MGT 5299B. Thesis.
MGT 5301. Graduate Assistant Development.
Completion of this course is required as a condition of employment for graduate assistants. The course is seminar based and covers topics related to employment responsibilities. This course does not earn graduate degree credit.
MGT 5310. Organizational Change Management.
Presents an overview of the process of change in an organization and stresses the key issues involved in reengineering and renewing organizations. Problems dealing with stress and conflict during major change will be explored along with practical ideas on building effective teams to make change possible and sustainable.
MGT 5311. Process Improvement Management in Organizations.
Learn existing and latest developments in process improvement techniques for continuous improvement and the role of quality as a system for establishing an organization’s competitive advantage. Process mapping is emphasized and assessment of effectiveness in the interactions of the managerial and technical systems of organizations is also studied.
MGT 5312. Seminar in Management.
Development of philosophy, strategy, and tactics in managing an enterprise. Administrative processes common to all enterprises, such as entrepreneurship, business and society, leadership and group behavior in organizations, business ethics, and international management. (Course may be repeated for credit with different course focus.).
MGT 5313. Strategic Management.
An integrative approach to policy formulation and administration (decision making) to achieve organization objectives. Should be taken the last semester of student’s MBA program. Prerequisite: ACC 5361 and FIN 5387 and MKT 5321 and QMST 5334 all with grades of "C" or better.
MGT 5314. Organizational Behavior and Theory.
Organizational behavior and structure as influenced by environmental variables and system relationships. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
MGT 5315. New Venture Management.
This course provides an overview of the entrepreneurial process from the initial idea through start-up, growth, and harvest. Students learn how to write a business plan, manage all the elements of an entrepreneurial business, and develop a better understanding of the requirements of the entrepreneurial life path.
MGT 5318. Cross-Cultural Management.
The global environment requires sensitivity to and the adaptation of leadership and management skills and practices, and the culture-bound differences in workplace behavior and attitudes. Explores how differences in cultural core values shape behavior and attitudes of workers, managerial colleagues, and negotiating partners. (MULT) Prerequisites: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
MGT 5321. Supply Chain Management.
A variety of tools and frameworks provide students and understanding of the basis behind supply chain decision making. Topics include supply management concepts, demand-supply management, pull/push system, capacity and resource allocation, performance measurement, relationship assessment, and outsourcing in an integrated supply chain. Require graduate standing.
MGT 5325. Managing Business Creativity.
This course focuses on the means by which businesses and individuals foster and maintain their creative and innovative skills. Key topics include: idea generation and refinement, idea screening, prototype development, and feasibility analysis. Objectives are met through classroom exercises, case analysis, guest speakers, and individual and team projects.
MGT 5330. Seminar in Human Resource Management.
A study of current developments and practices in human resource management, including employment laws; planning, recruitment and selection; training and development programs; wage and benefits administration; performance management, human relations and productivity; labor relations; safety and health; an current contributions to human resource management theory.
MGT 5333. Problems in Business Administration.
The student is here given the opportunity to work in the field of his special interest, particularly in the subjects of accounting, business law, marketing, statistics, finance, and insurance. The course will be conducted by conferences between the student and instructors concerned. Problems will be assigned as nearly as possible for the needs of the individual student.
MGT 5335. New Venture Launch.
The purpose of this class is to ensure students gain a full understanding of what it takes to start and grow a business. Students learn the process of creating a new venture from the inside by planning, organizing and launching an actual business. Prerequisite: MGT 5315 with a grade of "C" or better.
MGT 5336. Compensation and Benefits.
This course addresses the rewards systems in organizations. Strategic and technical considerations in designing, administering and managing compensation and benefits plans in organizations, including job analysis and evaluation, wage levels and structures, legal issues, individual and group incentives, and benefits are considered.
MGT 5337. Organizational Staffing.
A study of the methods involved in recruitment and selection of employees with an emplasis on measurement, job analysis, performance appraisal, legal issues, and the role of human resource planning and strategy. This course relies on statistics to teach students to make reliable and valid employment decisions.
MGT 5338. Human Resource Development.
A study of theoretical and applied perspectives on needs assessment, design, development delivery and evaluation of training and development as well as organizational change and development.
MGT 5339. International Human Resource Management.
A study of challenges that decision makers consider when managing their human resources across the globe. Drawing on theories and models from cross-cultural and international management areas, this course covers such topics as globalization, culture, emerging international assignments, and expatriate recruitment, selection, training, repatriation, and career management. (MULT).
MGT 5380A. Business Ethics Leadership.
This course examines a variety of ethical issues in business from multiple stakeholder perspectives (top management, employees, community members, etc.). The course is designed to enhance moral awareness and facilitate individual development with respect to making ethical decisions that contribute to effective corporate management and leadership.
MGT 5380C. Group Dynamics in Organizations.
This course explores the theoretical framework of group interactions as well as the practical workplace challenges associated with organizing, participating on, and managing teams and groups. It addresses the development and use of teams to improve business organizations and is recommended for graduate students preparing for business careers. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "B" or better.
MGT 5380D. Labor Relations and Negotiation.
This graduate level course is a study of labor organizations and their impact as well as negotiation and conflict resolution issues. The course will examine the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), union and employer rights under the NLRA, union organizing, collective bargaining, negotiation, contract administration, mediation and arbitration. Corequisite: MGT 5330 with a grade of "C" or better.
MGT 5380E. International Leadership.
Course will include lectures, business engagements, cultural excursions, and a service-learning project. To reinforce the theories discussed in class students will interact directly with managers, employees, and international business professionals, learn perspective on cultural and leadership issues. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
MGT 5380F. Management for Organizational Sustainability.
This course is designed to take a broad look at Sustainability from both Ecological and Organizational perspective.
MGT 5380G. Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Business Managers.
This course provides a basic foundation in artificial intelligence for students of the business school by introducing a means to make economically sound decisions regarding the implementation areas. In this course all students of the business school may implement small projects in the functional disciplines of the business school (e.g. marketing, finance, etc.). It could also be of interest for students of the School of Engineering.
MGT 5390. Managerial Data Analysis.
Designed to prepare managers to make more effective decisions based upon evidence from data analysis. Covers all elements of the general linear model from t-tests to multiple regression analysis. Involves acquiring and analyzing data for prediction and explanation, developing reports with actionable recommendations, and communicating results for managerial decision-making.
MGT 5391. Managing the Communication Process.
The study and application of theory and psychology of managerial communication using written, oral, and technological modes to communicate within the business environment. The course includes the process and product approach to graphics, leadership, problem solving, prioritizing, interviewing, and communicating change.
MGT 5395. Graduate Business Internship.
Integration of professional and academic experience through internship with an external employer. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
MGT 5399A. Thesis.
This course represents a student’s initial thesis enrollment. No thesis credit is awarded until student has completed the thesis in MGT 5399B .
MGT 5399B. Thesis.
MGT 5599B. Thesis.
MGT 5999B. Thesis.
MKT 5199B. Thesis.
MKT 5299B. Thesis.
MKT 5321. Marketing Management.
A study of the planning and coordination of marketing functions, marketing policies, and the analysis of marketing administration. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5322. Marketing Research Methods.
An advanced study of the marketing research process to include problem formulation, determination of sources of information and research design, design of data collection forms, design of the sample, collection of the data, analysis and interpretation of the data, preparation of the research report, and oral presentation of the research findings. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 and QMST 5334 both with grades of "C" or better.
MKT 5323. Qualitative Research in Marketing.
This course examines qualitative methods as used in marketing and market research. Topics include the design and execution of qualitative research projects using various qualitative methodological approaches. Activities include application of qualitative methods for conducting research. Students will apply learning in a qualitative research project.
MKT 5330. International Marketing.
An application of marketing concepts to the global business environment. Examines marketing in the light of international economic, social, cultural, business, and environmental factors. Prerequisite: B A 5351 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5331. Integrated Marketing Communications.
An analysis of consumer behavior in the marketplace and its application to the preparation and presentation of a complete integrated marketing communications plan for a local, regional, and/or national client. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5335. Services Marketing.
Services dominate the U.S. economy and are becoming critical for competitive advantage in companies across the globe and in all industry sectors. This course examines the foundations of services marketing, which are necessary to create, promise, and deliver a successful, interactive customer experience. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5340. Digital Marketing.
This course examines marketing strategies in the digital environment. It examines the latest technology and analytical tools used in e-marketing and e-commerce, including online advertising, mobile marketing, social media marketing, search marketing, email marketing, and web analytics. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5341. Social Media Marketing and Analysis.
This course provides a conceptual foundation and practical approach for conducting social media analysis and developing a social media marketing plan and/or campaign will be presented. Students will gain hands-on experience using social media strategically to achieve desired marketing goals through a hands-on project. Students will also earn applicable digital marketing certifications. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.
MKT 5345. Marketing Analytics.
This course is a study of the scientific approach that connects customer data and competitive information to drive marketing decision-making. The course explores customer data analysis techniques and their theoretical foundations that are applied to real world business problems. Students will learn software, conduct data analysis and communicate the results. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 and QMST 5334 both with grades of "C" or better or instructor approval.
MKT 5346. Contemporary Topics in Marketing Analytics.
This course covers contemporary topics in marketing analytics. Students will learn (1) concepts and methods in strategic marketing analytics, (2) analytical and mapping tools in geospatial data and information, (3) concepts and methods in Bayesian Networks, (4) Topic Analysis using big data in marketing, and (5) other emerging analytical tools and methods in marketing. Prerequisite: QMST 5334 with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
MKT 5347. AI and Data Visualization for Marketing.
This course consists of applied training in foundational topics for artificial intelligence and data visualization. It covers both prediction as well as classification problems. While many technical aspects are covered, the main emphasis is on knowing how to apply a wide range of modern techniques to specific marketing problems. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 and QMST 5334 both with grades of "C" or better or instructor approval.
MKT 5348. Python for Marketing Analytics.
This course consists of learning Python and using this programming language for data analysis and visualization. This course will help to leverage the power of historical data and to develop models that project future trends. Python will be used for exploratory data analysis, market forecasting, customer segmentation, deep learning, social media analysis and analysis of marketing images and videos. Prerequisite: MKT 5321 and QMST 5334 both with grades of "C" or better or instructor approval.
MKT 5350. Strategic Marketing Analysis and Planning.
This course examines strategic marketing decision making through the analysis and interpretation of marketing intelligence, metrics, and dashboards. Topics will include data-driven decision making on marketing challenges pertaining to customers, brands, marketing mix decisions, online strategy and social media, market performance, and firm profitability. Prerequisite: MKT 5322 with a grade of "C" or better.
MKT 5395. Independent Study in Marketing.
Individual problems or topics will be designed and completed to emphasize selected areas of study in Marketing. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
MKT 5397I. Entrepreneurial Marketing.
Entrepreneurship involves the discovery, implementation, and pursuit of new business opportunities. Successful execution of an entrepreneurial idea requires an effective marketing plan and related skills. In this course, we will investigate how marketing concepts (product, price, promotion, place, people, processes, brand image, segmentation, targeting, positioning, quality perceptions) can facilitate entrepreneurs' realization of their ideas. A conceptual foundation and practical approach for developing an entrepreneurship-focused marketing plan will be discussed. Using a hands-on approach, students will gain skills and knowledge on the effective use of marketing concepts to achieve entrepreneurial goals. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
MKT 5398. Internship in Marketing.
Internship in marketing is an external employer supervised, experiential learning course that enables a student to integrate professional and graduate business coursework. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
MKT 5399A. Thesis.
This course represents a student’s initial thesis enrollments. No thesis credit is awarded until student has completed the thesis in Marketing Research and Analysis.
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Once you are in USA for Graduate school, either MS or MBA, in the first few weeks, you will be asked to complete your academic plan for MS or MBA by working with your Faculty Advisor or Academic advisor. Depending on the school and their program, you will have two options Thesis and Non-Thesis. You see both of these options more often in a MS program than in MBA program, but it all depends on the school. In this article, we will go over some of the key things of both options and help you make an educated decision.
In general, thesis option is where you would be diving your entire Masters program into two parts, one is going to be focused on research on a specific area and other is your core courses required for your graduate program. Usually, you will take thesis related work over a course of at least two semesters working under a professor on a specific research area. Thesis is like a preview of PhD program. You would work with your chosen professor and try to publish a paper for conference or journal. You will have to submit your thesis and do the thesis defense in front of your thesis panel. You may be tempted to take thesis option as they come with funding at times, but be clear on the goals, do not pursue it, if you are not passionate about research. Not all schools have this same structure for Thesis and this varies by school and their program structure..so, you need to check with the school you plan to apply to to be clear on the program.
If you are interested in pursuing PhD after MS or MBA, it is the best thing to do. You will get a sneak peek of your life as a PhD Student. If you apply for PhD programs, the prospective schools would be very keen on your Thesis, any publications as well…all these topics will be considered as foundation for your PhD.
You can get admits in your dream school, if you have done the Thesis in Masters program and accomplished something. Also, it will be very helpful, if you are pursuing research oriented jobs in any of the companies. If you have thesis in Machine Learning or any Artificial intelligence topics, you have better chance for a Google Graduate fellowship. Do NOT choose thesis option because you are getting funding like TA , GA or RA from professor , it could make you restless and ruin your peace. Be clear on your goal and then take up thesis, if it fits your goal of PhD.
Well, as the name says, it does NOT involve the above mentioned thesis section. There is no specific research focus in your program. After you complete your program’s core course requirements, you are free to choose any of the electives and complete the requirements of your degree. Depending on the school, you may have to do a Master’s Degree Capstone (final project) project in your final semester. Depending on the school, it could include reviewing of your previous courses in the program and maybe a comprehensive exam or a summary project/ seminar corresponding to the same. Non-thesis option is the regular option for most of the students who complete their degree.
If you are not looking to pursue any research positions or Ph.D. program in future, this would be the best choice. It is the most preferred option by many graduate students, who are not keen on research. Personally, I took non-thesis option in my MS and we did a capstone project as a team.
In general, NO. It will NOT have any impact in your job search, unless you are applying to a specialized research oriented position. So, you do not have to worry much on this.
What did you choose in your graduate program ? What was your experience ? What is your advice ?
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<p>I’ve seen some schools that offer non-thesis (comprehensive exam) options for Master’s degrees… Would you say that the thesis option be better for one going onto Ph.D while the non-thesis for someone going into the workforce afterwards? Which option would “look better” on a C.V./resume?</p>
<p>If you want to do graduate school (PhD), you better do a thesis.</p>
<p>coursework master’s programs are better for those who are preparing for a PhD program</p>
<p>coursework master’s takes only 1 year to complete and focuses on you successfully completing some classes, some of which will be same as the ones you’ll have to take during first year of PhD program – in the catalog of my school chemistry coursework master’s, for example, is listed to be for those who are preparing to go into teaching or to apply to a PhD program in chemistry</p>
<p>thesis is better for those who are planning to go into workforce – these people have to demonstrate that they have necessary skills and ability to work independently – they work 2 years and complete a “mini”-PhD: they produce one piece of materal of quality that can be published (and for PhD you take 2-3 times as long and produce a couple of pieces that are published) – so in summary, thesis masters is like a short-term PhD and is intended for those who don’t want to apply for a full PhD but rather want to finish up with school quicker and go into industry</p>
<p>If you will enter a Masters program before getting a Ph.D, <em>definitely</em> do a thesis. A Master’s w/thesis would look better on a resume’/CV than a Master’s degree with the non-thesis option.</p>
<p>There really is no one and only answer, it depends on what your programs comp exam entails. I know most involve a large written portion that is followed by an oral defense of your paper. If its something like this your doing were you formulate a research paper based on your coursework followed by an oral defense of your research youre just fine. If your comp exam is a 30 minute multiple choice exam on how a bill passes through congress you might want to look elsewhere.</p>
<p>As far as thesis writing, many schools such as the cal states use this option and most of the time people at a CSU are not research based and Ph.D bound, so the moral of the story is pick where youre comfortable and have fun…and msot importantly explore for yourself and what works for you, dont trust half the crap posted on this site, mine included</p>
<p>Here’s my take on it:</p>
<p>If you are going on to a PhD, definitely do a thesis option. At my school, at least for ECE, one can do a thesis or a nonthesis (all coursework) MS. Both take the same amount of time to complete(1.5-2 yrs), both result in a MS ECE degree (thus I respectfully disagree with LAGator’s assertion on resume). While being a non-thesis MS has no bearing here to one’s eligibility to pursue a PhD according to departmental regulations, note that some profs will only take you as a PhD student IF you are a thesis MS.</p>
<p>If you want to go into the work force after your MS, then it could go either way. If you are interested in more than one focus areas and want to get decent amount of exposure for each, then coursework would probably be your best bet. However, if you know EXACTLY what topic you want to explore further, then thesis option will allow you to really get in depth about that particular area.</p>
<p>The above are purely my personal opinion, like fitz said, do what you are comfortable with and take anyone on here’s post (including mine) with a grain of salt ;)</p>
<p>i agree with fitzgerk on that there is no one answer</p>
<p>non-thesis master’s generally has the advantage of being shorter – so that rather than spending 2 years on one project with thesis master’s followed by 4-6 years of more work on yet another project, you spend just 1 year in coursework preparation and then you’re ready to start on your one and only 4-6-year long project</p>
<p>however, judging from responses above it seems like non-thesis and thesis programs vary in depth and length – certainly if non-thesis program takes nearly as long as thesis program to complete, than thesis program has an undeniable advantage – non-thesis program is best only if you think you can complete it at least one year faster than non-thesis option</p>
<p>non-thesis masters worked out very well for me because i had significant hands-on work experience during summers and part-time during school – i continued doing research while i was in non-thesis master’s – so while i wasn’t tied down to any project for 2-3 years with a thesis master’s, my resume still listed a lot of experience working in my field – i wanted to learn more instead of do more with my hands, so non-thesis program seemed more appealing – however, if you don’t have that much hands-on experience in your field (depending on how important that is in the first place) then thesis might be a great opportunity to significantly improve your chances for acceptance into better doctoral programs</p>
<p>If you’re applying to a PhD program and you do the non-thesis option, the PhD adcoms are going to wonder why. It does not look good to avoid research and review if you’re applying to a program that will require just that. Many times your advisor at the master’s program will advise you based on that - my advisor told me that if I was planning on going on to the PhD, he wouldn’t let me do the non-thesis option (I was planning on the thesis, anyway), and I have heard the same from others. The name of the game in PhD admissions is how much research can you get on your application. Unless you’re in a situation with a huge amount of previous research and work experience, the thesis option is the way to go for a PhD.</p>
<p>i don’t see why would anyone require you to do a thesis – PhD programs accept fresh graduates with BS/BA right out of college – coursework master’s is treated like a 5-year undergrad experience with a bonus in that you were able to complete everything in 4 years and that 5th year you’d be taking advanced courses – if doctoral programs accept senior-year undergrads who haven’t done any thesis, they should not bulk at accepting someone who graduated in 5 years with coursework master’s – all of this provided that during summer and perhaps the academic year you’ve done some in-field work/research (this is important for both undergrads and anyone already out of college)</p>
<p>in my experience, you do not have to have a huge amount of research done – i’ve finally picked my career path and started out on research the summer between 3rd and 4th year of college, which is quite late considering that majority of people start one or two summers before their last summer in college – prior to applying to doctoral programs, i had no publications and experience working in 2 places related to my field of study (plus a few minor undergrad jobs) and doing research in 1 place – my entire work/research experience included only two summers and one academic year – that is hardly what i would call a huge amount of research experience – yet, combined with ok GPA, good essay, good letters of rec, and coursework masters degree, it got me into a number of top 10 programs in my field</p>
<p>It isn’t that they don’t accept people - it’s a matter of competitiveness. A person who has done the thesis is going to be more competitive than a person who didn’t. And those who are accepted straight out of BA/BS, although some have done a senior thesis, have not generally had the opportunities that a master’s student has. The point is that a master’s student who avoids the thesis is going to raise questions, not whether it’s required for application or admission.</p>
<p>i do not think that non-thesis program raises any questions – it is not like anyone would intentionally avoid research – to the contrary, there is competition for research positions at least in my field – people who chose the coursework option generally have research experience elsewhere that they accomplished during summers or during undergrad academic years and they don’t want to waste another year prior to applying to doctoral programs – at least that is how it is done at my school</p>
<p>there is definitely no absolute requirement for someone who has at least a year of research experience to go into thesis master’s – an extra two academic years of research experience will give you a benefit, but not a significant one if you already could boast at least a year’s involvement – now on the other hand, if your GPA is low and you don’t have good letters or rec, then perhaps thesis option will improve your chances significantly – to apply with a new and hopefully cleaner slate so to say – but for someone with GPA above 3.0, at least one detailed letter of rec from a place of extended employment, and at least a year of research experience, a thesis degree will not significantly boost chances of getting into good PhD programs so you risk just wasting one more year plus having more stress in your life over having to complete a thesis</p>
<p>with non-thesis option it is possible to do research in a lab meanwhile – for me it was simply continuing my undergraduate research experience: taking 3 classes along with contributing at least 10h of research work a week – and there is that summer before the master’s program starts that you can also use for work or research</p>
<p>non-thesis programs are also low-risk in that they depend on successful completion of required courses and passing some exams in most schools – there is usually a definite timeframe in which you can plan to finish and be out of there – with thesis program you have no choice but having to complete your thesis prior to graduation – when youll be able to do so depends on how your work goes, which can be unpredictable if it is experimental in nature</p>
<p>My question is for kovi, do you plan to go on to get a PhD after your masters, or go into the workforce? It makes a big difference.</p>
<p>I believe DespSeekPhD and kihyle are both PhD track, while I’m terminal MS. So you may identify more with one of us based on your outlook.</p>
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Most universities in the US offer two types of MS degrees: Thesis Masters and Non-thesis Masters. Choosing one over the other is a crucial decision that students are faced with at the time of application. Let us explain both in detail so that you know which one you should go for.
Thesis Masters involves a large research project that spans over several semesters. It culminates in a thesis that is likely to be published. The thesis option is ideal for students who plan to pursue a PhD in the future or wish to work in research-intensive job roles.
In this type of master’s, you are expected to conduct original research under a faculty advisor and make your contribution to the already available body of work. You will be asked to present your thesis and defend your work in front of a committee of up to three advisors. Naturally, Thesis Masters requires in-depth research on a subject, so if you are an inquisitive person by nature and like to delve deep into a particular subject, you should find it interesting.
Be advised that this type of master’s degree may take you anywhere between 2 to 5 years to complete. An average student takes up to 2.5 years to complete his or her Thesis Masters. Usually, in a course of 45 credits, a minimum of 9 credits are allocated to the thesis and the rest are for regular course-work. Credit systems vary in the US, so it’s best to check credit allocation on a university’s official website.
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Also known as Taught, Professional, or Course-work Masters, this type of master’s degree involves classroom-based studies for a pre-defined set of core subjects every semester. Each core subject (and elective) ends in an exam. You will also be expected to do some project work involving a bit of research and writing, but it will probably not be published.
Thus, the non-thesis version of master’s is ideal for you if you are a generalist and enjoy learning about a variety of fields. This type of course structure is focused on laying the groundwork for a professional career—teamwork, leadership skills, creativity, etc. An average student takes up to 2 years to complete the necessary coursework and earn his or her master’s.
Summing it up, if you intend to do a Ph.D. in the future and are good at pursuing a problem with determination and focus, you should go for Thesis Masters. On the other hand, if you don’t care much about research and want to join the professional workforce, you should pursue Non-thesis Masters.
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Choosing Between a Thesis or Non-thesis Master's Degree. As of 2015, approximately 25.4 million Americans held advanced degrees, with more citizens joining these ranks each year. As studies continue to show the career advancement and salary benefits of completing a master's degree, more and more students elect to pursue advanced educations ...
Conclusion. Choosing between a thesis and a non-thesis Master's program ultimately depends on your career goals, research interests, and personal preferences. Thesis programs provide a robust foundation for research-oriented careers and advanced studies, while non-thesis programs offer practical skills tailored for immediate industry integration.
A non-thesis master's degree focuses on coursework. Students are immersed into projects and learning environments that help strengthen their knowledge in their field. Similar to undergraduate programs, a non-thesis program is structured around assignments, group and individual projects, and exams.
The shortest answer is a resounding no. Not all master's degrees require a thesis. However, the institution will allow you to choose whether you would like your program to be a thesis or a non-thesis one. As we already mentioned, there are lots of benefits you can enjoy when you go for the thesis master's program.
The primary purpose of a non-thesis master's degree is to equip students with practical skills and knowledge applicable to their professional field. The focus is on real-world application, preparing graduates for immediate entry or advancement in their careers. This type of program, such as a non-thesis MBA program, is designed for students ...
Reasons to pursue a non-thesis master's degree. Pursuing a non-thesis master's degree can offer unique advantages for individuals with diverse career goals and learning preferences: Interest in practical and applied knowledge: Non-thesis programs often emphasize practical, hands-on knowledge that can be immediately applied in real-world ...
An MBA thesis usually ranges from 100 to 300 pages- from the introduction down to the last page, excluding the bibliography. However, the length generally depends on different factors, like the method of study or the subject matter. There is no 'correct' word count or page length to aim for.
A non-thesis masters is applicable as it offers students to work frequently with the faculty's real-world projects. The reason behind that is one does not have to spend hundreds of hours writing or researching. 3. Mirrors a Bachelor's Program. The non-thesis masters mirrors the bachelor's degree in terms of structure.
Thesis programs involve more research than non-thesis programs. It is important to keep in mind that nearly all master's degrees require some form of research as part of their course of study. Thesis degree programs typically take longer to complete than non-thesis programs, as students are required to dedicate multiple semesters to focus on ...
A thesis-based MBA may be right for you if: You're considering a doctorate in business, but still want to make the most of the master's experience, you should consider a thesis-based MBA. You're interested in theories and the development of business models - or you plan to teach - a thesis-based degree should also be considered.
The University of Texas Permian Basin's online Master of Arts in History program enables you to gear your studies toward your own academic and professional goals by offering thesis and non-thesis options: Thesis Option: If approved, you will complete 24 credit hours (8 courses) from our core history courses and 6 hours of thesis work, for a ...
A thesis-centric master's program relies heavily on research work. Students can expect research to become their primary tool and can expect to do large amounts of reading and writing to gain the knowledge for their specialization. A non-thesis MBA may provide some relief due to its familiar approach to your bachelor's education; one that ...
In my field, a non-thesis master's is almost always because a student couldn't pass comps. It is essentially a consolation prize. If you are in a more industry-focused field a non-thesis track may be a good idea. However, if you are in any of the natural, physical, or social sciences and want academic/research careers to be an option you should ...
To complete the MBA (Non-Thesis) Program and be awarded the degree of Master in Business Administration (MBA), a candidate must meet satisfactorily the following requirements: Completion of at least forty-two (42) units of academic subjects as prescribed in the above curriculum, with general average of at least 2.0 or 85%;
ANLY 5399A. Thesis. This course represents a student's initial thesis enrollment. No thesis credit is awarded until the student has completed the thesis in Data Analytics and Information Systems. Graded on a credit (CR), progress (PR), no-credit (F) basis. 3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours. Grade Mode: Credit/No Credit
Depending on the school and their program, you will have two options Thesis and Non-Thesis. You see both of these options more often in a MS program than in MBA program, but it all depends on the school. In this article, we will go over some of the key things of both options and help you make an educated decision. Article Contents hide. 1.
A Master's w/thesis would look better on a resume'/CV than a Master's degree with the non-thesis option.</p>. fitzgerk June 19, 2006, 9:02pm 5. <p>There really is no one and only answer, it depends on what your programs comp exam entails. I know most involve a large written portion that is followed by an oral defense of your paper.
Non-Thesis Masters. Also known as Taught, Professional, or Course-work Masters, this type of master's degree involves classroom-based studies for a pre-defined set of core subjects every semester. Each core subject (and elective) ends in an exam. You will also be expected to do some project work involving a bit of research and writing, but it ...
Master's Thesis vs. Non-Thesis. Hey r/Engineering, I'm trying to make a couple big decisions and I was hoping you guys could give me some advice. Right now I'm a 2nd year Master's student in Aerospace Engineering, currently on track for a Master's with thesis. However, I am having some serious doubts about a) whether I want/need to do a thesis ...
Mba Thesis vs Non Thesis - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. The document discusses the differences between completing a thesis or non-thesis track for an MBA degree. Writing a thesis requires extensive research, analysis, and original work, taking months or years to complete. It demands a high level of independence and self-discipline from students.
An online MBA (non-thesis) course is the same as a traditional course both in terms of curriculum and credits earned. Online degrees go through the same accreditation process from CHED as all the other traditional schools. The biggest difference between the two is the flexibility that comes with online learning.
Many universities will not admit a student who has a Master's degree in the same field, even if it is non-thesis because of credit hour overlap. Beyond that, it would look really, really weird. If someone wanted to do a research Master's but first absorbed a ton of debt for a non-thesis Master's, I would question their judgement.
Hi there, mba grad here. Uhm tama tung na mention sa previous redditor nga thesis ka if naa ka sa academe or if naa ka plano mag doctorate pud. Pero if dili, non-thesis pwede na. Naa japon sumpay MBA sa imo name hehe. Ug mag thesis pud ka, usually 3 years or more since 1 year gina allot for the thesis writing after compre exam.