The Road to Successful Transportation Careers
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The Road to SuccessfulTransportation Careers
Offered by The Lucas College of Business at San Jose State University
Sponsored and supported byMineta Transportation Institute
Dr. Peter HaasEducation Director
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Mineta Transportation Institute
Research and education institute founded by Congress under ISTEA in 1991
Funded by US DOT Research and Special Programs Administration and Caltrans Office of New Technology and Research
Dedicated to surface-transportation policy research, education and information transfer
Overseen by a world-class Board of Trustees Reauthorized under TEA 21 & SAFETLU at three times the original
funding
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Why Our Program???
Only graduate program dedicated to transportation management
Senior/executive staff retiring in record numbers
More than 50% of the state and federal transportation agency workforce eligible to retire within ten years
Affordable and convenient
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Focus on Transportation Management
Learn to understand transportation systems from a real-world management perspective
Learn to manage:- a transportation or transit agency
- a public works department - a major project or investment study
Core classes take an in-depth look at transportation policy, planning, and systems
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Alumni & Faculty Achievements
Alumni lead transportation and transit agencies and departments
Faculty distinguished in both academic and professional realms
Students frequently promoted or hired before graduation
Students successful in national competition for awards and scholarships
Student and alumni testimonials available on MTI website www.transweb.sjsu.edu
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Four Program Offerings
Master of Science (MSTM)- Total of 10 classes to earn degree- 6 core classes, 3 electives- Culminating capstone course
Graduate Certificate (CTM)- 4 core classes- OR 3 core classes and 1 elective
Transportation Security Certificate (CTS)- 2 security classes, 2 core classes
High-Speed Rail Management Certificate - 2 HSR classes, 2 core classes
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Core Courses
MTM 201: Fundamentals of Transportation Management
MTM 202: Introduction to Transportation Funding and Finance
MTM 203: Transportation Markets and Business Development
MTM 214: Transportation Policy and Regulation MTM 215: Transportation Systems Planning and
Development MTM 217: Leadership and Management of
Transportation Organizations
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Typical Elective Courses
MTM 296E: Introduction to High Speed Rail Management
MTM 296D: Multi-modal Transportation in California
MTM 226A: Emergency Issues for Transportation Professionals
MTM 226B: Security Issues for Transportation Professionals
MTM 236: Contemporary Issues in Transportation
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Affordability: Key incentive
Continuing Student Performance Awards Recognize academic performance Financially motivate students who intend to
accelerate program completionMaster’s Students Eligible to receive $1,250 award up to four times
during the MSTM programCertificate Students Eligible to receive $750 award up to two times
during the CTM program
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Distance Learning
Classes are delivered by two-way, interactive video-conferencing
Programs are available at SJSU and Caltrans District Offices
Classes are archived on the web
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Accelerated Format
Earn your Master of Science in Transportation Management in a little over two years, concurrent with full-time employment
Take one course at a time, one night per week for each of 10 class sessions
Classes are offered in four sessions each academic year (two in fall, two in spring)
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Master of Science in Transportation Management
Target Requirements- Degree from an accredited college/university- 3.0 GPA- 500 GMAT- TOEFL (if undergraduate degree program
was in a language other than English)
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Certificates in Transportation Management & Security
For those not ready to pursue the master’s program, but who wish to advance their transportation careers Target Requirements
- Degree from an accredited college/university- 2.5 GPA- No GMAT
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really have to take the GMAT? Yes, to be admitted into the MSTM program -
unless you already have a Master’s degree in a related field.
Can a GRE or LSAT substitute for GMAT? No, the GMAT is required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer graduate units from another institution into the CTM or MSTM?
MSTM up to six units CTM no
Can I transfer units from CTM into MSTM? Six units may be transferred from the CTM into
the MSTM provided all MSTM admissions requirements are met.
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UPCOMING CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday *MTM 203Transportation Marketing & Communications Management”
Oct 17, 24, 31 Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec 5, 12, 19
Matt Raymond
Tuesday *MTM 215Transportation Systems Planning & Development
Oct 11, 18, 25Nov 1, 8, 15. 22, 29Dec 6, 13
Nick Compin
Thursday +MTM 230Multi Modal Transportation in California
Oct 13, 20, 27Nov 3, 10, 17Dec 1, 8, 15, 22
Donna DeMartino
Spring Session A 2012
Monday +MTM 283Independent ResearchNote: Instructor Approval Required
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30Feb 6, 13, 20, 27Mar 5, 12
Peter Haas
Tuesday *MTM 202Introduction to Transportation Funding & Finance
Jan 3, 10, 24, 31Feb 7, 14, 21, 28Mar 6, 13
Alix Bockelman
Wednesday +MTM 226AEmergency Issues for Transportation Professionals
Jan 4, 11, 18, 25Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Mar 7
Frances Edwards
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For More Information
Peter Haas, Education Director - To set up an informational meeting, email [email protected] 408-924-5691
Viviann Ferea, Education Program Assistant - For program information, email [email protected] 408-924-7570
Visit our web site at www.transweb.sjsu.edu
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The Road to SuccessfulTransportation Careers
Offered by The College of Business at San Jose State University
Sponsored and supported byMineta Transportation Institute
Dr. Peter HaasEducation Director