The Specialized Masters Experience

The Specialized Masters Experience

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Bring us YOUR AMBITION

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IN THE HEART OF ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND INFLUENTIAL CITIES IN THE WORLD, GWSB PUTS YOU IN TOUCH WITH THE POWER TO CHALLENGE IDEAS, ASKS YOU TO LOOK AHEAD, AND PREPARES YOU TO LEAD THE WAY.

Our graduate programs not only ground students in theory and research, but also connect them to the realities of their profession.

Through theoretical and applied learning, our programs combine curriculum from accounting, finance, project management, and other traditional business concentrations with industry specific knowledge. You will gain experience on- and off- campus, through laboratory work, classroom-based courses, and online classes, and be given access to a large number of networking opportunities through GWSB’s alumni and student organizations.

Because these days, the last thing any of us should do is conduct business as usual.

YOUR FRIENDS CALL THEM POLICY MAKERS AND INNOVATORS.

7 SPECIALIZED

MASTERS PROGRAMS—

all of which offer an in depth and focused curriculum. Our wide portfolio of offerings gives you

the freedom to acquire specific, valuable skills for

unique sectors of business.

WE CALL THEM “PROFESSOR.”

GWSB OFFERS

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DCIS ALL ABOUT

AND THE REST IS

THE FUTURE.

HISTORY.

While Washington’s claim to fame may be as the seat of power, the city is building quite a reputation for its incredible momentum. According to the census, DC is growing faster than any state in the union. Moreover, the District also boasts the nation’s strongest—and fastest growing—local economy, the most educated populace, and the lowest unemployment rate.

Superlatives abound in this city like monuments. And it’s no surprise, really. What was once regarded as a relatively sleepy town is now a hotbed for dynamic entrepreneurship, arts and culture, fine dining, and the legions of ambitious young people who are driving it all forward. In fact, DC is an amazing place to not just learn about business, but also conduct it. But don’t just take our word for it. Consider the facts:

DC is among the top 10 in venture capital investment

#1 new tech hot spot (Forbes)

#3 for female entrepreneurs in the nation

#1 retail market on the East Coast (Marcus & Millichap Annual State of the Retail Market)

#2 real estate investment market (Urban Land Institute) and most LEED-certified buildings in the country (U.S. Green Building Council)

#2 among best U.S. cities for Best Small Business Economic Health (Kauffman Foundation)

#1 in U.S. for producing and attracting business founders

The nation’s capital has always been a place where life-changing decisions are made. Now, with a bevy of the nation’s best human capital and a cosmopolitan vibe offering countless outlets for growth, opportunity, culture, history, recreation, sports, and nightlife, DC is where even more people are coming to make their future.

SOURCE: www.dcchamber.org/our-city

MS in Information Systems & Technology *

MS in Project Management *

MS in Business Analytics

MS in Finance *

Master of Accountancy

MS in Government Contracts *

Master of Tourism Administration

*Available as an MS/MBA joint degree

SPECIALIZED MASTERS PROGRAMS AT THE GW SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

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MS IN INFORMATION

SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY

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Information systems technology drives our global economy and nearly every aspect of life. Mastering the latest advances is important, but that’s not enough.

Today’s IT leaders need a 360-degree perspective of how technology impacts business decisions. Employers in private and public arenas need savvy professionals who understand the mechanics as well as the management of IT systems, and how technology can be harnessed to fulfill critical corporate and organizational goals. Our degree will equip you with the education and skills needed to succeed at IT industry leaders such as Deloitte, Ernst & Young, and Booz Allen Hamilton.

Finance, health care, politics, manufacturing, entertainment, agriculture—whatever drives your passion, IT drives the possibilities. The Master of Science in Information Systems Technology (MSIST) helps you achieve your possibilities.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Top consulting firms, product and in-house developers, global service providers, government agencies, nonprofit associations, the U.S. military, and entrepreneurs looking to create “the next big thing” all look to the George Washington University School of Business MSIST program for exceptional IT talent. Our program equips you to move into the next level of your career, including titles such as:

IS Project Manager Systems Analyst Designer/Developer Consultant Director CIO/Executive

IT Services Architect Telecomm Analyst Technical Program Manager Security Analyst CTO/Executive

THE CURRICULUM

Offered on campus, online, or a combination of both, the MS in Information Systems Technology curriculum offers an innovative mix of information and technology management courses and specialized electives.

Throughout the program, faculty challenge you to think critically, analyze problems, and effectively acquire and integrate knowledge, strategies, and key technologies to solve the business problems faced by IT management.

DURATION

33 CREDIT HOURS

FULL-TIME:18-24 MONTHS

PART-TIME: 30-48 MONTHSGet the business

savvy you need to lead IT innovation

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MS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Whether you’re managing a $10,000 project or a billion dollar program, it means coordinating, communicating, scheduling, and maintaining focus. You need to have the unique ability to do both: get into the nuts and bolts as well as step back to take a macro view.

The Master of Science in Project Management (MSPM) blends the study of advanced project management techniques with general management principles. The innovative, ethics-infused curriculum balances real-world practice and academic theory, developing the skills managers need to integrate complex projects, motivate people, and achieve cost-effective results.

Learn on campus in Washington, DC, or wherever it’s convenient for you through our online or hybrid programs.

Designed for working professionals, all on campus courses are offered in the evening to accommodate your modern lives. And for more than 16 years we’ve also been bringing the MSPM program to students through our online option. This means you can pursue this degree from virtually any location in the country or around the world.

Project managers turn strategy into action


Major corporations and project management consulting firms employ GW MSPM students and graduates. Employers of our students include the following organizations:

Boeing

Booz Allen Hamilton

Chevron

Delta Air Lines

International Finance Corporation

Lockheed Martin

PricewaterhouseCoopers

U.S. Military - All Branches

U.S. Department of State

Sandia National Laboratories

U.S. Census Bureau

NOAA

Saudi Aramco

Bechtel

EMPLOYMENT BY SECTOR

THE CURRICULUM

The MS in Project Management curriculum encompasses personal and qualitative issues, as well as the technical, quantitative aspects of managing projects. Courses immerse students in teamwork and team dynamics, helping them develop the skills to tackle complex projects and the savvy to synthesize diverse perspectives

Our program is consistent with, but not limited to, the Project Management Institute’s PMBOK® standards. Students study planning, scheduling, risk management, and cost estimation, and learn project portfolio management and executive decision making skills. PMP credential holders may be eligible for advanced academic standing.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION

A bachelor’s degree and strong academic performance from a regionally accredited college or university

At least three years of professional, full-time work experience

A demonstrated professional interest in project management

DURATION

36 CREDIT HOURS


PART-TIME: 30-48 MONTHS

37%COMMERCIALBUSINESS

10%OTHER

13%NONPROFIT

13%GOVERNMENTCONTRACTING

27%GOVERNMENT

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MS IN BUSINESS ANALYTICSTurning big data into bigger decisionsComplex, large-scale data sets. Countless figures crunched into concise recommendations. Numbers don’t intimidate you, they intrigue you with their potential to unlock business insights.

Our Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) blends the study of sophisticated business analytics principles and methods with a best-in-class management education. Our innovative curriculum balances real-world practice and academic theory.

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CURRICULUM

The MS in Business Analytics curriculum is a distinctive blend of foundational courses in:

MethodsDescriptive, Predictive, and Prescriptive Analytics

ApplicationsElective courses in Analytics applied to a specific functional area or an industry

SkillsWorkshops in communication, team, and project management

TechnologyHands-on exposure to industry standard Analytics tools/software

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Analytics are a critical component of 21st-century business careers. Some of the fastest growing, most in-demand positions are:

Business Intelligence Analyst Business Analytics and Optimization Consultant Analyst and Planner I (Six Sigma) Pricing and Revenue Optimization Analyst Internal Quantitative Marketing Strategy Consultant Project Manager / Promotion Response Analytics Quantitative Modeler Analyst / Consultant for Business Case Modeling Decision Science Analyst Quantitative Marketing Solutions Director Quantitative Research Analyst Manager of Modeling and Analytics

LEARNING GOALS

Students will:

Understand how analytics can improve decisions throughout an organization’s value chain, and how to assess and improve the analytic competency of a firm.

Understand the different forms of analytics (descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive) and develop a sound understanding of the methods used in each.

Develop hands-on experience with analytical tools and software that are widely used in practice.

Understand the dynamics of leading and participating in successful analytics teams and projects.

33 CREDIT HOURS

FULL-TIME:12 MONTHS

PART-TIME: 20 MONTHS

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MS IN FINANCEFinance for a changing worldThe Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program produces leaders in the field of Finance and focuses on risk management, financial engineering, banking, corporate finance, and portfolio analysis and management. It has been designed to combine quantitative and computer skills with financial theory and applications.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 202.994.6145

[email protected]/MSBA

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ADMISSION PREREQUISITES

Bachelor’s degree with credit hours in:

Advanced mathematics (6) (3 calculus) Microeconomics (3) Macroeconomics (3) Financial accounting (3) Managerial finance (3) Statistics (3)

Additional coursework, degrees, and/or work experience in these five areas are considered favorably in the selection process.

DURATION

48 CREDIT HOURS

INTENSIVE TRACK:12 MONTHS

REGULAR TRACK: 24 MONTHS

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program builds upon a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration or other quantitative disciplines, emphasizing both financial theory and quantitative methods in financial management. Students engage in applied research and modeling, learning the tools of econometrics by using a variety of large professional databases and computer software packages. They also explore the international and regulatory dimensions of finance, focusing on risk management, financial engineering, commercial and investment banking, corporate finance, real estate, and portfolio analysis and management. With today’s job market, the demand is shifting towards having a quantitative background with an ability to understand financial markets, policies, and strategies.


American Express Bank of America Bernstein Global Wealth

Management Blackstone Group Citigroup Credit Suisse Department of Commerce Department of Housing

& Urban Development Federal Reserve Board Fidelity Funds Finance Industry Regulatory

Authority Freddie Mac General Electric

General Motors Goldman Sachs International Monetary Fund Merrill Lynch Morning Star National Association of

Securities Dealers Proctor & Gamble Securities & Exchange

Commission Time Warner Samsung TD Securities U.S. Treasury Wells Fargo World Bank

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Taking the Pulse of Business

Experienced accountants are more crucial today than ever before. From fighting terrorism with the FBI and corporate corruption with the SEC, to helping organizations large and small navigate an increasingly complex tangle of tax regulations, accountants are driving business and the business of government.

The Master of Accountancy program at GWSB offers students benefits such as:

Opportunities for internships with global organizations including the Big-4, SEC, IRS, FBI, GAO, World Bank, IMF, IFC, Peace Corps, Red Cross, and more.

Dedicated faculty working in some of the world’s most influential firms and organizations, such as KPMG and Deloitte, who help students cultivate important industry contacts and experiences.

A richly diverse student body with representation from countries that include Bolivia, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Moldova, Nepal, Netherlands, Nigeria, Taiwan, and Turkey, as well as the United States.

Top-notch faculty working in some of the world’s most influential firms and organizations, such as PwC, KPMG, and Deloitte, help students cultivate important industry contacts.

CURRICULUM

The Master of Accountancy offers two paths of study:

Students who hold a bachelor’s degree in a subject other than Accounting or Business can pursue the program’s regular 36-credit track.

PROGRAM OVERVIEWMASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY

Whether you’re interested in auditing, tax, forensic accounting, or management, GW’s Master of Accountancy prepares you for professional certification as a CPA and a successful career in the world’s leading accounting and consulting firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

Students with bachelor’s degrees in Accounting or Business from a U.S.-accredited university may pursue the short program, which consists of 30 credits.

CPA EXAM PREPARATION

Students can tailor coursework and chose electives to fulfill their State Board of Accountancy requirements and pass the CPA Exam.

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36 CREDIT TRACK

for students who do not hold a U.S. bachelor degree in Accounting or Business.



30 CREDIT TRACK

for qualified students who hold a bachelor degree in

Accounting or Business from a U.S. accredited university.

FULL-TIME:9 MONTHS


DURATION

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Part business, part law – all the skills to excel in the federal acquisition world

CURRICULUM

The MS in Government Contracts offers an innovative curriculum that combines both the core principles of government procurement law and business. The program can be completed in as little as 16 months, with courses being taken evenings or on weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION

A bachelor’s degree and strong academic performance from a regionally accredited college or university

At least three years of professional, full-time work experience

A demonstrated professional interest in government contracts

DURATION

Managing the United States government is big business, huge in fact. With procurement spending of more than $520 billion annually, the federal government’s procurement policies and practices face intense scrutiny from Congress, the media, and the public. The pressure is on for agency employees involved in the highly regulated acquisition process. Not knowing or following the rules could mean losing your federal contract, suspension, or even debarment. Simply put, there’s no room for mistakes.

MS IN GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Master of Science in Government Contracts (MSGC) program is unique in the world – blending the study of government procurement law and policy taught by the Law School, with a core business curriculum taught by the School of Business. The program is designed to give working professionals the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the world of federal acquisition, and is intended for professionals from a variety of acquisition-related jobs in both government and private industry.

Built upon GW Law School’s world-renowned Government Procurement Law program, with more than fifty years of educating successful government procurement lawyers and professionals, this unique program blends the study of government procurement law with grounding in sound business principles. The innovative curriculum balances practice and theory, developing the skills that acquisition professionals need to become effective professionals, managers, and leaders.


Anyone who is involved in, or works under, government contracts will benefit from this master’s program, including:

Contracting Officers

Contract & Subcontract Managers, Specialists, & Administrators

Project & Program Managers

Attorneys Cost/Pricing Analysts & Cost Estimators

Business Development, Capture, & Proposal Managers

Technical Representatives

36 CREDIT HOURS

FULL-TIME:16 MONTHS


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Tourism, Sports, and Events: Put Your Passion to Work

CURRICULUM

The Master of Tourism Administration offers four areas of concentration, or students can take cross-concentration courses to develop their own tourism expertise:

Sustainable Tourism Management: Learn how to minimize the negative impact of tourism and preserve cultural and natural resources; optimize tourism’s contribution to economic development in local communities

Event & Meeting Management: The Meetings, Expositions, Events, and Conventions (MEEC) industry generates significant revenue for cities, counties, and countries; learn how to bring important sources of economic growth to your community

Sport Management: A $500 billion global business, no single aspect of our culture has the power to bring people together as sport; learn how to plan, organize, market, and lead sport organization, products, and services

Hospitality Management: Employing nearly 220 million people and generating almost 10% of the world’s GDP, the hospitality industry is the core of travel and tourism; learn how to lead this important sector

DURATION

CONTACT INFORMATION: 202.994.6145

[email protected]/MSBA

The international tourism and hospitality industry is the world’s largest private employer. Growth is steady. But like any dynamic industry, what’s new today is outdated tomorrow. Consolidation, realignment, globalization—all of these factors are constantly reshaping and redefining international tourism.

The Master of Tourism Administration (MTA) degree offers you real-world learning opportunities to help you recognize and manage the issues and areas influencing the world of tourism: sustainable tourism, events and meetings, sport, and hospitality.

MASTER OF TOURISM ADMINISTRATION

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

For nearly 40 years, the Master of Tourism Administration program (MTA) has been producing the industry’s next great leaders. You will interact with peers and instructors from all over the world within a rich learning environment that combines individual experiences and interests with sustainable local and global initiatives.

Through classroom and field-based learning experiences, students in the MTA program prepare for international management positions in tourism, hospitality, sport management, and event and meeting management. Our location in the nation’s capital serves as a vast classroom with immense opportunities for practical experience, professional networking, and career development.


Our MTA alumni help guide the futures of exciting, global corporations, organizations, and agencies, including:

Accenture / PKF Consulting

American Express

American Hotel and Lodging Association

Carnival Cruises / Royal Caribbean Cruises

Disney World

ESPN

Marriott International Hilton Hotels & Resorts

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS

United Airlines

USAID

U.S. Olympic Committee

U.S. Travel Association

World Bank Group

World Wildlife Fund

Yahoo! / Google Travel

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We know that career building does not happen entirely in the classroom. That’s why we offer you ample time to establish the kinds of ties that lead to both new friendships and new opportunities. There’s no better place to start than on campus.

With numerous student organizations to choose from, not to mention business activities and competitions, community service initiatives, lectures, and events, the GW School of Business offers you a lively, dynamic environment to acquire the kind of experience you won’t gain from a textbook. Plus, you’ll discover countless visits from leading luminaries: Everything and everyone from Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor discussing her new memoir and World Bank President Jim Yong Kim and IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde giving talks before the IMF spring meetings (held right on campus) to the Clinton Global Initiative, which featured President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Madeline Albright, among others, urging students to make commitments to action that could change the course of history.

With activities from every conceivable interest and angle (and a fully loaded fitness center to boot), you’ll find yourself constantly on the move, as well as getting ahead.

If You Think

Wait Till You See What They Do Once You’ve Graduated.

Enrich Life At GW, IF YOU THINK IT’S A

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SMALL WORLD NOW,

OUR ALUMNI

NETWORK.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Achieve In AfricaAfrica Business AssociationAmnesty InternationalBeta Alpha PsiBlack MBA AssociationBusiness Gives BackCapitol Advertising AdClubConsulting ClubFinance and Investment ClubFinancial Literacy ProgramGraduate Finance SocietyGreen GWGW Not For ProfitGW VeteransGWSB FolliesGWTAN: Tourism Alumni Network AssociationHispanic MBA Student AssociationInnovation & Entrepreneurship Club

International Business SocietyMaster of Accountancy Student Association MBA AssociationMBA EntrepreneursMBA Women InternationalNational Association of Asian MBA’sNational Association of Women MBAsNet ImpactOut for Business (LGBT)Real Estate Investment & Development OrganizationSociety for Human Resource Management (SHRM)Sports Business AssociationTech4BusinessTEDxFoggyBottomTourism for Tomorrow Student OrganizationWomen in Business

While we could list our illustrious GWSB alumni (former Secretary of State Colin Powell, former Samsung CEO Kun-Hee Lee, et cetera) or talk at length about the more than 250,000 GW alumni located in nearly every nation on earth, it’s much more helpful to you if we show just some of the many ways in which our students can tap into the School of Business’s alumni community. After all, having an extensive and illustrious alumni network means nothing if our students cannot connect to it.

No matter how high they may ascend, members of our community are committed to supporting one another after graduation. That’s why so many within this vast network return to campus to guest lecture, visit classrooms, sit on panel discussions, and judge business plan case competitions. Top executives and employers know what they can expect from GWSB graduates—because they themselves experienced every bit of rigor while at GW.

ASIAChina (mainland)Hong KongIndiaJapanRepublic of KoreaSingaporeTaiwan

EUROPEFranceGermanyGreeceItalyUnited Kingdom

INTERNATIONAL ALUMNI NETWORKS

GW Alumni Networks are active in the following international locations:

THE AMERICASArgentinaBrazilCanadaMexicoPeru

MIDDLE EASTEgyptLebanonSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab Emirates

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TOP

20TOP

25U.S. News & World Report 2014 ranks

GWSB’s international business program among the nation’s Top 20.

In 2013, BusinessWeek ranked GWSB in the Top 25 in the

areas of ethics, sustainability, corporate strategy, and international business.

SHORT-TERM ABROAD PROGRAMS

D E N M A R K Exchange with Copenhagen Business School

F R A N C E Strategic Management in the EU

G E R M A N Y Successful Leadership in Europe

I S R A E L Entrepreneurship and Innovation

R U S S I A Behind the Scenes at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games

S I N G A P O R E & M A L A Y S I A Open Data and E-Governance

S P A I N Social & Environmental Considerations for Tourism Development

S W E D E N Healthcare and Marketing Strategy

U A E Marketing in the Arab World

I N D I AReal Estate Financing, Development, and Marketing in Mumbai

S O U T H K O R E ASocial Entrepreneurship in South Korea

M E X I C ODoing Business in Mexico

U N I T E D K I N G D O MBusiness and the StatePrivatization & Public-Private Partnerships

B R A Z I LImpacts of the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Our short-term study abroad opportunities, ranging from as short as 10-days to a semester, are available through our international partner universities. (We offered more than 20 in the past year alone.) Courses are taught in both English and in the language of the host country.

SAMPLE PARTNER INSTITUTIONS:

American University in Cairo Cairo, Egypt

Audencia School of Management Nantes, France

Bocconi University Milan, Italy

Copenhagen Business School Copenhagen, Denmark

EDHEC Lille & Nice, France

ESSEC Cergy-Pontoise/Paris, France

European Business School Wiesbaden, Germany

Fudan University Shanghai, China

Grenoble Ecole de Management Grenoble, France

Instituto Panamericano de Alta Dirección de Empresa (IPADE) Mexico City, Mexico

KoÇ University Istanbul, Turkey

Korea University Seoul, South Korea

Nanyang Business School Singapore, Singapore

National Chengchi University Taipei, Taiwan

Tel Aviv University Tel Aviv, Israel

Universiteit Maastricht Maastricht, The Netherlands

University of St. Gallen St. Gallen, Switzerland

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