Graduate Programs in Management and Research Administration
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Graduate Programs in Management and Research Administration Master of Science in Management with specialization in Research Administration (RAM) Certificate in Research Administration (RAC)
The Master of Science in Management (RAM) with specialization in Research Administration is an intensive, integrated learning experience designed to provide skills and preparation for effective leadership to those working in sponsored research environments. The program provides participants with a specialized curriculum focused on an overview of research administration, sponsored programs, finance and accounting, compliance, legal issues, and organizational behavior. These specialized courses are complemented by general management courses that place an emphasis on leadership, ethics, and strategic planning.
Studying with a Cohort The Graduate Programs in Management and Research Administration are designed to be completed by cohort student groups. A group of students will begin the program together and are expected to complete courses consecutively in the prescribed order to complete degree requirements together and at the same time. The prescribed order of courses for a particular
The degree program focuses on the following topics: • Leadership and strategic planning • Organizational theories of behavior • Communication • Financial accounting and financial management for sponsored programs • Organizational development • Ethical decision making • Diversity and global issues • Managing contracts • Compliance and legal issues • Qualitative research • Economics The Graduate Certificate program in Research Administration (RAC) is an intensive, integrated learning experience designed
2012-2013 Academic Catalog
Graduate Programs for Graduate and Professional Programs
The degree requires 36 credits (11-12 courses). A cumulative average of 3.0 or better is required for a graduate degree. Courses are seven weeks, conducted throughout the calendar year, and offered in face-to-face or fully online formats.
cohort are laid out in the Graduate and Professional Programs course schedule and designated by a cohort name. If you have questions about your cohort name, contact your Academic Advisor. MSM/HRM9009 is the first required course in the graduate management programs. The order of the remaining required courses are prescribed based on the cohort groups and do not designate prerequisites. The purpose of the cohort groups is to foster a student experience focused on collegial sharing, where the cohort group works as a supportive network to achieve your academic goals.