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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: Provides students with a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of effective oral and written communication in modern organizations.
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 |
| COM 560 |
Communication and Social/Organizational Change |
3 |
| COM 561 |
Communication in Conflict Management |
3 |
| COM 565 |
Communication Training in Organizations |
3 |
| COM 664 |
Advanced Organizational Communications |
3 |
| COM 665 |
Seminar in Communication and Negotiation in Organizations |
3 |
| COM 667 |
Seminar in Intercultural Communication |
3 |
| Cognate Course |
Selected in consultation with the academic advisor |
0-3 credits |