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Graduate Programs in Management and Systems Academic 2002/2003

Graduate Programs in Management and Systems Academic 2002/2003. Introduction. Why Choose the MS or GC Graduate Program? A model for IT Education Bridge between Industry and Academia On the Cutting Edge of Industry – Proactive, not Reactive Dynamic and Responsive. Introduction.

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Graduate Programs in Management and Systems Academic 2002/2003

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  1. Graduate Programs in Management and Systems Academic 2002/2003

  2. Introduction • Why Choose the MS or GC Graduate Program? • A model for IT Education • Bridge between Industry and Academia • On the Cutting Edge of Industry – Proactive, not Reactive • Dynamic and Responsive

  3. Introduction • Who is the “typical student”? • Curriculum is directed towards a group with work experience – backgrounds include business and/or technology • Students must be self-disciplined and motivated to succeed online • Online curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of a “busy” lifestyle – professional and family obligations

  4. Introduction • Critical Success Factors of the Program • Dedicated Online Faculty • Finely Tuned Admissions Criteria • Industry-Driven Courses • Peer-to-Peer Learning - Teamwork • Faculty Development • Audit Process

  5. Online Environment Formal Synchronous LEARNER Asynchronous Informal

  6. Introduction • Course Content and Delivery • A wide array of new and exciting courses • Courses are delivered asynchronously using forums and posted content and synchronously through live Voice over IP lectures, chats and office hours • Emphasis placed on peer to peer learning and teamwork using a robust learning management system • Robust communications software allows for real time discussions between faculty and students

  7. Programs • Graduate and Advanced Programs • Master of Science in Management and Systems • Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

  8. Application • MS Requirements • Applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Undergraduate Institution • Successful Applicants typically have an: - Average GPA of 3.0 - Average GMAT score of 570 - Average GRE(Verbal plus 1) score of 1,000 - Average Work Experience of 2 years • Applicant’s Personal Statement

  9. Application • MS Requirements Continued… • Complete 2 Letters of Recommendation(Evaluations) • International Students must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), including the Test of Written English (TWE) Successful candidates typically present scores of 575 or above

  10. Curriculum • Requires the completion of 42 credits of graduate education - typically completed in 2 years of part-time study • 21 credits from required core courses • 12 credits from a concentration • 3 credits from a free elective • 6 credits from a final Research project

  11. Curriculum Core Courses

  12. Curriculum • Concentrations • Systems Management • Leadership and Knowledge Management • Management in the Internet E-conomy • Applied Database Technologies New

  13. Systems Management • This concentration has been designed for the student in search of a program that emphasizes the requirements and competencies that specialists need to be successful in the more technical areas of today’s highly “technologized” business world

  14. Systems Management

  15. Leadership and Knowledge Management • This concentration has been designed to equip the students with the skills and techniques necessary for an active role in the managerial and strategic areas of technology. • According to U.S. News & World Report, knowledge workers in the United States outnumber all other workers by a four-to-one margin.

  16. Leadership and Knowledge Management

  17. Management in the Internet E-conomy • As the Internet has evolved so has the opportunity to deliver information, shopping, entertainment and communication to the consumer. With several dot.com business having suffered business reversals and/or ceasing to exist the industry has come to realize the need for adherence to fundamental business concepts and techniques even in an e-business environment.

  18. Management in the Internet E-conomy

  19. Applied Database Technologies • This new concentration has been designed to help  professionals gain the necessary skills and knowledge of database management systems, data warehouses, data mining, and emerging database technologies so they are equipped to address the strategic initiatives of today’s corporations. Due to the applied nature of these courses they will be offered ONSITE only

  20. Applied Database Technologies

  21. Research Project • Masters Thesis (6 credits) • Comprehensive research project • Original ideas • Makes a contribution to the body of knowledge in the field of study • Evaluated by the advisor, the department and a professional in industry

  22. Graduate Certificate • This 15-credit graduate program is geared to those who wish to broaden their education and qualifications through post-graduate study but don’t need the additional core competencies provided by the Masters of Science Program. • The GC student can meet the Certificate requirements by taking four courses in any one concentration area and one additional course from any of the concentration areas for a total of five courses (15 credits)

  23. Graduate Certificate • Courses in the GC program may be used to satisfy some course requirements for the Master’s of Science in Management and Systems. • While enrolled in the GC program, students may apply to the MS program. If admitted, students transfer up to 15 GC credits and then complete a minimum of 27 course credits for a total of 42 credits for the master’s degree.

  24. NYU Office Of Career Services • Personalized individual career counseling (12,000 appointments plus daily walk-in hours) • 500 career related seminars on topics including career planning, resume writing, interviewing, job hunting, networking, working abroad, & many more • On-Campus Recruiting Program featuring 700 employers & 13,000 on-campus interviews in 2000-2001 academic year • Six job fairs attended by hundreds of employers seeking full-time, part-time, & intern candidates

  25. NYU Office Of Career Services Special Programs/Resources • TemPositions Career Resource Center with books, magazines, journals, job search directories, videos, computers, & printers • OCS Mentor Network of more than 400 alumni & career related mentors • Work Abroad Program & Overseas Mentor Network • Career Week consisting of panels of professionals speaking about an array of career fields • Resume Fax Referral for students & recent alumni

  26. Other Events and Resources • Networking Skills for Mid-level Professionals Seminar • Orientation Dinner and Events • Fall Social • Spring Meet & Greet the Gurus • Graduation Dinner • NYU Libraries, Gym and Other Resources • American Language Institute • NYU Office of Career Services

  27. Program Contact Information • Email: Helen.Sapp @nyu.edu • Telephone: 212-998-9113 • Fax: 212-995-3550 • Mail: 10 Astor Place – 5th Floor New York, NY 10003

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