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Degree objective: The interdisciplinary Master of Science in Administration (MSA) Program is designed for students pursuing administrative careers. The program offers insight into human and organizational relationships; develops skills in oral and written communication; enhances the capacity for sound analytical judgment; and encourages the ability to see the "big picture" as it relates to an organization and its environment. Course work focuses on applied action grounded in theory and embraces the fundamental educational principles applicable to administrative issues in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, and stresses the ethical responsibilities of administrators. Concentration objective: Designed to provide the appropriate educational background for students who are interesting in practicing administration in international settings.
Degree Requirements |
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36 credits |
Core Requirements |
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18 credits |
MSA 600 |
Foundations of Research Methods in Administration |
3 |
MSA 601 |
Organizational Dynamics and Human Behavior |
3 |
MSA 602 |
Financial Analysis, Planning and Control |
3 |
MSA 603 |
Strategic Planning for the Administrator |
3 |
MSA 604 |
Administration, Globalization and Multiculturalism |
3 |
MSA 699 |
Applied Research Project in Administration |
3 |
Concentration Requirements |
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15-18 credits |
ANT 506 |
Comparative Cultural Systems |
3 |
COM 667 |
Advanced Studies in Intercultural Communication |
3 |
FIN 573 |
International Finance |
3 |
MGT 667 |
International Business |
3 |
MKT 560 |
International Marketing |
3 |
PSC 551 |
Seminar in International Relations |
3 |
PSC 555 |
International Law I |
3 |
PSC 642 |
Problems and Processes of International Development I |
3 |
Cognate Course |
Selected in consultation with the academic advisor |
0-3 credits |