Columbia University School of Continuing Education Brochure

Distinguish Yourself at Columbia

The School of Continuing Education at Columbia University offers numerous opportunities for those who wish to take their lives in new directions. Our students are motivated, serious, and ambitious people who choose to invest time, energy, and money in their own academic, professional, and personal development. We invite you to join them.

The School of Continuing Education offers nine applied graduate programs for working professionals in fields that are widely represented in the New York metropolitan area.

The Postbaccalaureate Studies Program offers university courses in over 50 subject areas for those who want to take classes without enrolling in a degree program.

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School of Continuing Education Office of Admissions 203 Lewishon Hall, MC 4119 2970 Broadway New York, NY 10027

Graduate Programs and Courses for Working Professionals

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Master’s Degree Programs

Postbaccalaureate Studies

The School of Continuing Education offers master of science degree programs structured for working professionals who seek an academic advantage to change or advance in their careers. These applied, professional programs emphasize practical skills that are immediately applicable in the workplace. Faculty are experts in their fields who bring current industry perspectives into the classroom.

The Postbaccalaureate Studies Program offers qualified individuals with bachelor’s degrees the opportunity to take Columbia University courses for graduate school preparation or academic advancement.

Nine programs of study are avalable:

❖ ACTUARIAL SCIENCE

Prepare for professional exams and focus on the core knowledge required of all actuaries.

❖ CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

Train with industry leaders to learn how to manage projects from design through build.

Working with advisers, each student develops a plan of study tailored to his or her background and academic goals. University undergraduate and graduate courses in over 50 subject areas provide a range of options for study.

The program is especially appropriate for ambitious college graduates who would like to pursue graduate work at top universities and need to strengthen their applications. Advising on course selection and graduate school applications helps students prepare for competitive graduate programs.

Structured course plans in business and psychology are also available.

Gain the systematic and technical skills demanded by the international information economy.

❖ LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Prepare for a professional career in landscape design through intensive studio work.

❖ NEGOTIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Master practical communication skills to resolve conflict in a variety of professional settings.

❖ SPORTS MANAGEMENT

More information is available on these and all of our programs. Visit our Web site to find out about: ❖ Information sessions ❖ Course listings ❖ How to apply ❖ Industry events and seminars

Learn the essential tools of fundraising and nonprofit administration.

❖ INFORMATION AND ARCHIVE MANAGEMENT

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❖ Program announcements

❖ FUNDRAISING MANAGEMENT

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Take advantage of advanced, industry-specific training in finance, law, and marketing.

❖ Work with dedicated advisers to develop a customized course plan that advances your academic and professional goals. ❖ Study with Columbia's distinguished faculty alongside matriculated degree candidates. ❖ Take advantage of graduate school application advising and support.

❖ E-mail updates

Columbia University

School of Continuing Education 203 Lewisohn Hall 2970 Broadway, Mail Code 4119 New York, NY 10027 212-854-9666 ce-info@columbia.edu

❖ STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

Learn how to manage communications strategically to achieve an organization’s mission.

❖ TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Study with industry leaders and gain executive skills to leverage technology in business.

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