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    Graduate Programs in Management

    ProjectManagement

    InsuranceManagement

    BusinessContinuity,Security & RiskManagement

    HumanResourcesManagement

    Banking &FinancialServicesManagement

    InternationalMarketingManagement

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    A New Reality ofBusiness:

    TheDegree

    for the 21st Century

    Manager

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    Table of Contents

    About

    Boston University

    Metropolitan College

    Department of Administrative Sciences

    Accreditation & Rankings

    Overview

    The Degree for the 21st Century Manager

    Why Choose

    Why Choose BUs Specialized Masters Degree vs. a Traditional MBA?

    Curriculum & Faculty

    A Global Vision for Management EducationLearn from the Bestin the World

    Programs

    Master of Science in Insurance Management

    Master of Science in Banking & Financial Services Management

    Master of Science in Business Continuity, Security & Risk Management

    Master of Science in Human Resources Management

    Master of Science in International Marketing Management

    Master of Science in Project Management

    Continuous Professional Education ModelAdmissions Requirements

    What Do You Need to Qualify as an Applicant?

    Online Learning

    BUs Five Levels of Support

    The BU Community

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    Boston UniversityFounded in 1839, Boston University is an internationally recognized private research

    university with more than 30,000 students participating in undergraduate, graduate,

    and professional programs. BU consists of 16 schools and colleges, along with a

    number of multidisciplinary centers and institutes that are central to the Universitys

    research and teaching mission.

    Boston University was founded on the ideals that it would be one of the first

    all-inclusive universities as well as a leading private research and teaching

    institution. BU celebrates its diversity by carrying the exclusive title of being the

    first university to open all its divisions to female students in 1872 and the first

    coeducational medical college in the world in 1873. The University proudly lists

    several Nobel laureates, including Martin Luther King, Jr. among distinguished

    alumni, as well as the first woman to earn a PhD, the first woman admitted to

    the bar in Massachusetts, the first Native American graduate with a doctorate in

    medicine, and the first African-American psychiatrist in the nation.

    Boston University is the fourth largest private university in the United States and

    was recently ranked by Times Higher Educationas one of the top 100 universities

    in the world.

    Boston University has become the most recent member of the Association

    of American Universities (AAU), an elite organization of 62 leading research

    universities in the United States and Canada, founded in 1900. BU is the fourth

    university to be invited into the AAU since 2000, joining Bostons Harvard, MIT,

    and Brandeis.

    About

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    Metropolitan College

    Metropolitan College, one of Boston Universitys 16 degree-granting schools

    and colleges, was established in 1965. The College demonstrates excellence in

    teaching and research, with over 60 undergraduate and graduate degree and

    certificate programs, offered full-time and part-time in convenient evening,online, and blended formats. There are over 25,000 Metropolitan College

    alumni worldwide.

    Department of Administrative Sciences

    The Colleges Administrative Sciences department responds to the

    educational needs of a diverse student body by designing and providing

    practically focused and intellectually challenging academic programs. The

    departments mission is to produce students who are critical thinkersbroad

    in perspective, international in attitude, competent in communications, andskilled in the tools necessary to compete in their selected specializations.

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    Boston University places 51st in the US News & World Reportrankings of national

    universities and 54th in the World University Rankings by Times Higher Education.

    BU proudly stands as the only university in the world to simultaneously hold the

    following prestigious accreditations:

    NEASC

    Boston University is proud to be a member of the New England

    Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), one of six regional

    accrediting organizations in the United States.

    AACSB

    The Graduate Programs in Management are accredited by the

    Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB

    International), which is a distinction awarded to the top-tier

    universities worldwide.

    EPAS

    In 2012, Boston Universitys Metropolitan College became one of

    only two schools in the United States to receive this honor: The

    graduate management programs received international recognition

    and accreditation by the European Foundation for Management

    Development (EFMD) Program Accreditation System (EPAS).

    PMI

    The Master of Science in Project Management online program is

    accredited by the Project Management Institutes Global AccreditationCenter (GAC) for Project Management. (PMI is the leading

    membership association for the project management profession.)

    The quality of your degree is reflectedin our Accreditations & Rankings

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    The Degree for the 21st Century ManagerBoston Universitys Metropolitan College (MET) proudly delivers an interdisciplinary

    suite of six specialized masters degrees and four graduate certificates. Thevarious online Graduate Programs in Management are designed for experienced

    professionals seeking to become 21st century managers. Recognized as

    internationally accredited programs, the courses are taught by a renowned academic

    faculty of practitioners and thought leaders whose work collectively represents the

    future of management education.

    Developed in collaboration with highly regarded MET faculty, the interdisciplinary

    Graduate Programs in Management explore the realities of doing business in a global

    marketplace. The integrated curriculum is structured to engage students in complex

    scenario thinking and to develop critical reasoning skills through the assessment of

    real-world business problems.

    We strive to graduate a professional who has the confidence to confront emerging

    challenges in todays fast-moving economy. Its an educational experience unlike

    any other and an opportunity to learn the management competencies that will be

    needed in the next decade and beyond.

    GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

    DESIGNED FOR THE WORKING PROFESSIONAL

    Complete the program in 12 courses or less; you may be entitled to course waivers

    based on previous professional designations or certifications.

    Focus on 1 course at a time and complete the program in as few as 24 months.

    Choose from 6 start dates per year in spring, summer, or fall.

    Learn anywhere, anytime, with live technical support available 7 days a week.

    ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREES

    Banking & Financial Services Management

    Business Continuity, Security & Risk Management

    Human Resources Management

    Insurance Management International Marketing Management

    Project Management

    ONLINE GRADUATE CERTIFICATES

    Financial Markets & Institutions

    International Marketing

    Project Management

    Risk Management & Organizational Continuity

    Overview

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    Why Choose BUs Specialized MastersDegree vs. a Traditional MBA?In todays highly competitive business world, the pressure is on to stand out among

    your peers. Tomorrows business leaders must be nimble, strategic visionaries that

    can prepare organizations for innovation and change in the global economy.

    The truth is that most conventional MBA programs have not kept pace with

    modern business. By design, the siloed MBA curriculum lacks the breadth and

    scope of what 21st century management education needs to beinterdisciplinary,

    innovative, and tailored to the realities of todays complex business world.

    The Graduate Programs in Management focus on fundamental management

    skills, like being able to think strategically, holistically, and operationally about the

    interconnectedness of the international economy. Such in-depth knowledge canonly be acquired through practical experience, advanced education, and a global

    outlook; it is not gleaned from an MBA learning model that has remained largely

    unchanged for decades. Career-oriented professionals choose the specialized

    masters degree because the learning outcomes are immediately applicable and

    strategically relevant for the next decade and beyond.

    OTHER ADVANTAGES OF BUS SPECIALIZED MASTERS DEGREE:

    Enjoy convenient 100% online study with no GRE or residency required.

    Network with a community of 300,000 alumni upon graduation.

    Participate in an interdisciplinary education model unlike any other.

    Benet from a core management curriculum with specialized areas of study.

    Learn from internationally recognized faculty who are accomplished,

    innovative scholars.

    Attend value-added classes online or in Boston which include peers from

    Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and Asia. Enroll in optional intensive classes abroad that combine corporate visits

    and academic lectures.

    Why Choose

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    A Global Vision for Management EducationIn the last decade, business has truly become international. Thats why our

    curriculum is designed to teach management education in the context of

    globalization. Boston Universitys Metropolitan College proudly offers graduate

    management programs online, which are some of the most acclaimed academic

    platforms in the world.

    Our exceptional international accreditation signifies the global vision of the

    Administrative Sciences department and sets high standards for the facultyand students who join us here. All of our distinguishing achievements in

    management education come from an unwavering commitment to differentiate

    ourselves by who we teach, how we teach, and what we teach. Our forward-

    thinking curriculum prepares ambitious professionals for 21st century

    management by teaching them how to:

    Manage multidisciplinary teams from a global perspective.

    Think critically, adapt rapidly, and lead strategically.

    Develop an operational understanding that drives eective decision making.

    Challenge complex situations with practical knowledge.

    Analyze content and engage in thoughtful dialogue.

    Learn from the Bestin the WorldComing together from seven countries, our PhD-level faculty members have

    outstanding academic credentials, excellent teaching abilities, and highly

    recognized publishing records. Our full-time faculty members have made

    significant contributions to research and held key management positions prior

    to joining BU. As non-traditional instructors, this impressive group is free from

    traditional educational paradigms, and it shows in the innovative curriculum

    design of our programs.

    Curriculum & Faculty

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    Master of Science in InsuranceManagement

    In todays uncertain economy, the insurance industry is highly competitive.

    Successful managers pursue learning opportunities to keep up with the trends

    and changes, but also to stand out. This online program is designed exclusively

    for individuals who have earned the Charter Property Casualty Underwriter

    (CPCU) designation. The CPCU designation accounts for one-third of your

    masters degree in Insurance Management.

    In todays constantly changing business world, leaders need interdisciplinary

    knowledge and broad management skills. Explore how this program can add a

    new dimension to your professional acumen and equip you with forward-thinking

    management solutions in accounting, finance, operations, and leadership.

    Prerequisites

    Students must hold the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designation

    in order to earn this masters degree. Boston University recognizes the CPCU as

    the equivalent of four graduate-level courses.

    Core Courses (6 courses/24 credits)

    MET AD 632 Financial Concepts

    MET AD 642 Project Management

    MET AD 648 Introduction to Electronic Commerce, Systems, and Web Design

    MET AD 655 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

    MET AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    MET AD 741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services

    Specialization Courses (None)

    The four specialization courses are waived in lieu of the CPCU designation

    Additional Courses (2 courses/8 credits)

    Choose two additional Administrative Sciences courses with the advice of the

    department coordinator to enhance your individual management interests or to

    work toward a certificate.

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

    Programs

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    Master of Science in Banking & FinancialServices Management

    Finance is the universal language of the global business community. In todays

    world economy, transparency is critical but its not enough. Every corporateinitiative demands increased attention from finance managers and raises

    expectations of their performance. Yet, the numbers cant always be trusted.

    Thats why we teach motivated professionals how to move beyond the data,

    manage through critical reasoning, execute strategic initiatives, and leverage the

    use of advanced financial instruments.

    In this online program, students develop a forward-thinking approach to building

    comprehensive projections, forecasts, and financial models. Students also learn

    to analyze present day circumstances in order to determine actionable insights

    from current economic events. Courses are taught by distinguished instructors

    who bring a wealth of professional and academic experience into the classroom.

    Course Waivers

    You may be entitled to waive courses based on your previous certification inthe banking and financial services management industry. For some professional

    designations or certifications, you can earn up to three course waivers. Here is a

    complete list of waivers:

    One Elective

    CLU Chartered Life Underwriter

    ChFC Chartered Financial Consultant

    CFP Certied Financial Planner

    CFCM Certied Federal Contracts Manager CCCM Certied Commercial Contracts Manager

    CPCM Certied Professional Contracts Manager

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    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

    One Accounting Course (AD 630) and One Elective

    CPA Certied Public Accountant

    CFS Certied Fund Specialist

    CMA Certied Management Accountant

    CIA Certied Internal Auditor

    CFSA Certied Financial Services Auditor

    One Finance Course (AD 731) and Two Electives

    CFA Chartered Financial Analyst

    Please consult your Enrollment Advisor for information on how you might apply

    your professional qualifications toward course waivers in the Master of Science

    in Banking & Financial Services Management online program. In order to take

    advantage of the course waiver option, you must supply proof of having earned

    the professional designations or certifications with your application packetand your original college transcripts. If you are eligible for this waiver option,

    verification will be sent to you when you are accepted to the Boston University

    online MSBFSM degree program.

    Degree Requirements

    A total of 12 courses (48 credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (6 courses/24 credits)

    MET AD 731 Corporate Finance

    MET AD 642 Project Management

    MET AD 648 Introduction to Electronic Commerce Systems, and Web Design

    MET AD 655 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

    MET AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    MET AD 741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services

    Specialization Courses (4 courses/16 credits)

    MET AD 630 Financial and Managerial Accounting

    MET AD 712 Financial Markets and Institutions

    MET AD 714 Mergers and AcquisitionsMET AD 717 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management

    Additional Courses (2 courses/8 credits)

    Choose two additional Administrative Sciences courses, with the advice of the

    department coordinator, to enhance your individual management interests or

    to work toward a certificate.

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    Master of Science in Business Continuity,Security & Risk Management

    There are no guarantees in modern businessexcept that it will change.

    This is arguably one of the only online programs in the nation that takes an

    interdisciplinary approach to explore the multitude of complex challenges facing

    not only businesses, but entire industries, such as the technology and social

    shifts that threaten to make them obsolete.

    Every day, risks to intellectual capital, company data, and physical assets, reveal

    the vulnerability of doing business in the 21st century. Thats why our students

    are challenged to think beyond the traditional view of risk management, disaster

    preparedness, and recovery. While those core topics are important, the program

    takes a much broader perspective in evaluating, measuring, and mitigating both

    the downside and upside risks facing a company today.

    Through investigative coursework, students learn how to think proactively,

    anticipate market shifts, and plan for all possible scenarios that can disrupt

    business activities. This program covers practical lessons from current events

    to demonstrate that risk can emerge from anywhere, whether from within the

    enterprise or externally from industry, environmental, and societal challenges.

    Teaching from experience, the instructors lead high-level discussions and design

    important simulation exercises that challenge students to think through issuesand find effective ways to solve them.

    Course Waivers

    You may be entitled to waive courses based on your previous certification in

    the areas of business continuity, security, and risk management. For some

    professional designations or certifications, you can earn one or more course

    waivers. Here is the complete list of waivers

    One Elective

    CLU DRII The Institute for Continuity ManagementMBCP Master Business

    Continuity Professional Certificate

    BCI Business Continuity InstituteFBCI Fellowship of the BCI

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    In order to take advantage of the course waiver option, you must supply

    proof of earning professional designations or certifications with your

    application packet and your original college transcripts. If you are eligible

    for this waiver option, verification will be sent to you when you are

    accepted to the Boston University MSBCSRM online program.

    Degree Requirements

    A total of 12 courses (48 credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (6 courses/24 credits)

    MET AD 632 Financial Concepts

    MET AD 642 Project Management

    MET AD 648 Introduction to Electronic Commerce, Systems,

    and Web Design

    MET AD 655 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

    MET AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    MET AD 741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products

    and Services

    Specialization Courses (4 courses/16 credits)

    MET AD 610 Introduction to Business Continuity, Security,

    and Risk Management

    MET AD 613 System-Wide Risk Planning, Strategy, and Compliance

    MET AD 614 Incident Response and Disaster RecoveryPlus one of the following to enhance your specific area of interest:

    MET AD 612 COOPublic Emergency Management

    MET AD 644 Project Risk and Cost Management

    MET CS 684 IT Security Policies and Procedures

    Additional Courses (2 courses/8 credits)

    Choose two additional Administrative Sciences courses, with the advice of the

    department coordinator, to enhance your individual management interests or

    to work toward a certificate.

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    Master of Science in Human ResourcesManagement

    Todays human resources manager confronts increasingly complex

    organizational structures that span time zones, countries, and continents. With

    more companies outsourcing core HR functions, such as benefits and training,

    the human resources manager needs a different set of skills and abilities to

    manage a portfolio of external service providers. Thats why this online program

    is designed unlike any other.

    Through our interdisciplinary curriculum, students build on their core technical

    HR skills and gain a broader managerial perspective in the areas of organizational

    strategy, change management, workforce development and leadership. The

    program strives to graduate an HR professional who is equipped with the acumen to

    maximize productivity, innovation, competitiveness, and sustainability.

    Prerequisites

    In order to qualify for this graduate program, students must have five years

    of professional experience or currently hold the CEBS designation. Boston

    University recognizes the CEBS designation as the equivalent of four graduate-

    level courses. That means individuals who hold the Certified Employee Benefits

    Specialist (CEBS) designation can enroll in the program and take 8 courses for atotal of 32 credits to graduate.

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    Degree Requirements for individuals without Certified Employee Benefits

    Specialist (CEBS) Designation

    A total of 12 courses (48 credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (7 courses/28 credits)

    AD 632 Financial Concepts AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    AD 655 International Business, Economics and Cultures

    AD 648 Introduction to Ecommerce, Systems and Web Design

    AD 642 Project Management

    AD 856 Market Economic Research and Analysis

    AD 740 Planning and Operating New Ventures

    Specialization Courses (4 courses/16 credits)

    AD 743 Managing Employees, Professionals and Teams

    AD 610 Introduction to Business Continuity, Security and

    Risk Management

    AD 613 System-Wide Risk Planning, Strategy and Compliance

    AD 741 The Innovative Process: Developing New Products and Services

    Additional Courses (1 course/4 credits)

    Choose an additional Administrative Sciences course with the advice of the

    department coordinator to enhance your individual management interests

    or to work towards a certification in another departmental academic area.

    Degree Requirements for individuals with Certified Employee Benefits

    Specialist (CEBS) Designation

    A total of 8 courses (32 Credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (8 courses/32 credits)

    AD 632 Financial Concepts

    AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    AD 655 International Business, Economics and Cultures

    AD 648 Introduction to Ecommerce, Systems and Web Design

    AD 743 Managing Employees, Professionals and Teams AD 610 Introduction to Business Continuity, Security and

    Risk Management

    AD 613 System-Wide Risk Planning, Strategy and Compliance

    AD 741 The Innovative Process: Developing New Products and Services

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    Master of Science in InternationalMarketing Management

    Relying on traditional marketing logic, like the Four Ps model, is considered

    illogical in todays consumer-driven economy. The rise of customer intelligence

    and the rate of innovation have elevated the strategic influence of marketing

    managers. Those who lead must adapt to rapid changes in the field of

    international business. Thats why our online program prepares students for

    career opportunities that are still on the horizon. To instill a forward-thinking

    mindset in our students, we do not subscribe to the traditional paradigm of

    marketing that most business schools follow.

    This is truly an international marketing program, where students have the

    opportunity to work with peers and professors from some of the worlds top

    business schools. Beyond having the opportunity to learn cultural differences

    firsthand, students also learn to adapt and make critical decisions at the

    operational level by leveraging dynamic data, analytics, and real-time simulation

    and deployment scenarios.

    Degree Requirements

    A total of 12 courses (48 credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (6 courses/24 credits)

    MET AD 632 Financial Concepts

    MET AD 642 Project Management

    MET AD 648 Introduction to Electronic Commerce, Systems, and Web Design MET AD 655 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

    MET AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    MET AD 741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services

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    Specialization Courses (4 courses/16 credits)

    MET AD 737 Innovative Marketing Techniques

    MET AD 856 Market and Economic Research and Analysis

    Plus two of the following:

    MET AD 773 International Business Simulation

    (intensive Boston University classroom option)

    MET AD 895 Doing Business in and with India

    (online from Boston and on site in India) *ITESM Integral Marketing Communications (online from Mexico)

    *ITESM Doing Business in Mexico and Latin America

    (online from Mexico)

    *Courses oered by our international partners

    Additional Courses (2 courses/8 credits)

    Choose two additional Administrative Sciences courses with the advice

    of the department coordinator to enhance your individual management

    interests or to work toward a certificate.

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    Master of Science in Project Management

    Project management is the driving force of business in the 21st century. Project

    management is not just about estimating costs and timelines; its also about conict

    resolution, critical decision making, and understanding the interdisciplinary scope

    from an operational perspective. In most graduate-level programs, students learn

    from case studies. In this online program at BU, students learn from internationally

    respected faculty members who worked on the projects that case studies were

    written about like the Big Dig in Boston.

    Our versatile program is applicable to existing and aspiring project managers,

    regardless of industry or organization type. Students learn to manage multiple

    projects of all sizes and understand how all of their corporate projects integrate

    at the enterprise level. By going beyond the standard project management body

    of knowledge in course design and instruction, students learn to think critically as

    managers, induce performance, and solve cultural challenges. They also learn how to

    respond to unforeseen obstacles and scenarios that arise during the project lifecycle.

    With intensive coursework ranging from foundational project management

    methods to communications management, project risk and cost management, and

    megaproject management, experienced and accidental project managers alike are

    equipped with the technical and socio-cultural skills needed to function successfully

    in todays global economy.

    Course Waivers

    You may be entitled to waive courses based on your previous certification in

    project management. For some professional designations or certifications, you

    can earn one or more course waivers. Here is the complete list of waivers:

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    One Elective

    PMP Certication

    PRINCE2

    Boston University Corporate EdOnline and Daytime Project Management

    Boston University Corporate EdEvening and Applied Project Management

    Six Sigma/Black Belt

    DOE PMCDPProject Management Career Development Program

    (Project Management Essentials or PM Systems & Practices in DOE)

    Two Electives

    GE PMLP Project Management Leadership Program

    DOE PMCDPProject Management Career Development Program

    (Project Leadership/ Supervision and Program Management &

    Portfolio Analysis or Advanced Leadership and Executive Communications)

    In order to take advantage of the course waiver option, you must supply proof

    of earning professional designations or certifications with your applicationpacket and your original college transcripts. If you are eligible for this waiver

    option, verification will be sent to you when you are accepted to the Boston

    University MSPM online program.

    Degree Requirements

    A total of 12 courses (48 credits) are required as follows:

    Core Courses (6 courses/24 credits)

    MET AD 610 Introduction to Business Continuity, Security,

    and Risk Management

    MET AD 632 Financial Concepts

    MET AD 648 Introduction to Electronic Commerce, Systems,

    and Web Design MET AD 655 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

    MET AD 715 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making

    MET AD 741 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products

    and Services

    Specialization Courses (4 courses/16 credits)

    MET AD 642 Project Management

    MET AD 643 Project Communications Management

    MET AD 644 Project Risk and Cost Management

    MET AD 646 Program Management

    Additional Courses (2 courses/8 credits)

    Choose two additional Administrative Sciences courses, with the advice of the

    department coordinator, to enhance your individual management interests or

    to work toward a certificate.

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    What if you could earn your masters degree and a graduate certificate in 14 courses?

    You can at Boston University Metropolitan College. Our Graduate Programs in

    Management are designed for motivated professionals. Graduates have the opportunity

    to return within four years of graduation (subject to review) to enhance their BU

    credentials with a graduate certificate. Each of the four graduate certificates works withthe curricular requirements of the Graduate Programs in Management.

    If you have completed two of four specialization courses as part of the masters

    degree, then by completing just two additional specialization courses, you can earn

    a graduate certificate.

    Contact an Enrollment Advisor to learn even more about earning a graduate certificate

    in these areas of study:

    Financial Markets & Institutions

    International Marketing Project Management

    Risk Management & Organizational Continuity

    Continuous Professional Education Model

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    What Do You Need to Qualify

    as an Applicant?

    You must have earned a bachelors degree from an accredited college

    or university.

    We would expect that you would have completed your undergraduate degree

    with a minimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 point system.

    International students must demonstrate an understanding of English,

    including the ability to read and write with proficiency. Students, whose

    native language is not English, must submit one of the following:

    1. Internet-Based Test (IBT) with a minimum total score of 84 and minimum

    scores in each section as follows: Reading-21; Listening-18; Speaking-23;

    Writing-22.

    2. International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) with a minimumscore of 6.5 in each section.

    For information on these tests, visit the TOEFL website at www.toe.org or the

    IELTS website at www.IELTS.org.

    Please note that entrance exams (e.g. GMAT and GRE) and are not required.

    How to apply?

    Once you have read the admissions requirements and completed the pre-

    application interview, you will need to submit the following for your application

    package:

    1. Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic reference.

    2. A self-evaluation (short essay of 500 words discussing your motivation

    for study)

    3 A current resume

    4. Ocial transcript(s)* from each college and graduate school attended

    5. A non-refundable application fee of $70 (please make check payable to

    Boston University) for all masters degree programs; $25 for graduate

    certicate programs; $95 for masters degree and certicate.

    *For the Master of Science in Insurance Management, an ocial CPCU

    transcript is required, in addition to all five components listed above.

    For more information and assistance, please call an Enrollment Advisor at

    1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or

    +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(international).

    Admissions Requirements

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    1. Get your questions answered promptly by your personal Enrollment Advisor.

    2. Learn the ins and outs from your dedicated Student Services Coordinator.

    3. Streamline the learning process by working closely with your personal Facilitator.

    4. Gain direct access to BUs internationally regarded faculty.

    5. Breathe easy with live technical support available 7 days a week from highly

    qualified professional technicians.

    BUs Five Levels of Support

    Boston University is proud to be recognized as a leading provider of distance

    education for over a decade. We continually invest in faculty, technology, and

    student support services in order to create an online learning environment that

    reects the integrity and reputation of the University. The result is that online

    students feel connected and welcomed into the greater BU community.

    As a BU student, you will find it easy to engage with faculty and peers. Our

    innovative learning network leverages social tools like Facebook, Twitter and

    instant chat. Dynamic discussion forums also create a water cooler area of

    the learning management system. Our fully integrated approach is focused on

    bringing students and faculty together without interruption, which is why wealso offer live technical support 7 days a week.

    Online Learning

    When youre accepted into one of the online Graduate Programs in

    Management, you become part of the extended and proud BU community.

    Online students are always welcome on campuswhether you want to pop

    in for a class, attend an athletic event, utilize the BU library, leverage our

    network of career services, or walk with your graduating class in the formal

    commencement ceremony, you are encouraged to actively participate in our

    academic community.

    The BU Community

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    Boston Universitys Metropolitan College offers comprehensive financial

    assistance services to help you meet your educational goals, including loans

    and scholarships. We also provide information to help students make thoughtful

    decisions about options for financing a Boston University education.

    For some additional guidance on personal money management and loanrepayment, including workshops and online resources, we encourage you to

    visit: www.bu.edu/smartmoney101.

    There is no cost to apply for financial assistance, and you may qualify for a

    student loan regardless of your income. To learn more about applying for

    financial assistance, please visit www.bu.edu/finaid or contact:

    Boston University Metropolitan College Graduate Financial Assistance

    755 Commonwealth AvenueBoston, MA 02215

    Phone: 617-358-3993

    Fax: 617-353-4190

    [email protected]

    Financial Assistance

    To learn more, speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Call 1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387(U.S. and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387(International).

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    Graduate Programs in Management

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    Boston University Metropolitan College

    Off Site Admissions Center(EmbanetCompass)

    50 Northwest Point Blvd, 5th FloorElk Grove Village, IL 60007

    1-866-232-0232, ext. 3387 (U.S. and Canada)

    +1-647-722-6642, ext. 3387 (International)

    To learn more, visit msmonline.bu.edu