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Metropolitan College |
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Administration |
| Sara Thompson, Ph.D., M.B.A. |
Dean
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| Scott E. Battle, M.B.A. |
Associate Dean
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| Graziella P. McCarron, M.A. |
Assistant Dean
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| Susan Scully, B.A. |
Director of Admissions
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| Toni Khianthalat, M.S.C.S. |
Director of Administration/IT
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Adjunct Faculty |
| Adele Abrams, J.D. |
Roy Littlefield, Ph.D. |
| Dennis Austin, M.S. |
Carolyn Martiny Cosmos, M.A. |
| Lee Babcock, Ph.D. |
Estee Mendoza-Irby, M.B.A. |
| David Banks, Ph.D. |
Jack Moran, Ed.S., M.B.A., M.A. |
| Charlotte Bount Lewis, M.B.A. |
Carmen Nanko, D.Min. |
| Denise Boston-Moore, Ph.D. |
Suzanne Nortier, Psy.D. |
| Johanna Cottman, M.S.W. |
E. Warren Perry, M.F.A., M.A. |
| Abby Crowley, Ph.D. |
Manuel Quaresma, Ph.L., J.C.L. |
| James Despres, M.A. |
Susan Richardson, M.A. |
| Lloyd Eby, Ph.D. |
Marilyn Ringenberg, Ph.D. |
| Eric Fontaine, J.D. |
Minerva San Juan, Ph.D. |
| Ann Gallagher, M.S. |
Jonathan Segal, Ph.D. |
| Saiid Ganjalizadeh, Ph.D. |
Kenneth Seidl, M.S. |
| Anne Gay, M.A. |
Donald Sepe, M.A. |
| Joseph Goldsmith, Ph.D. |
Richard Sharp, Ph.D. |
| Thomas Healy, J.D., M.I.M. |
Joseph Smolskis, M.B.A. |
| Joseph Hillery, Ph.D. |
Karen Stacy, M.A. |
| Myrna Jackson, M.S.W. |
Richard Stacy, M.S. |
| Ellen Kandell, J.D. |
Max Teleki, M.A. |
| Margaret Christi Karwowski, O.S.F., Ph.D. |
David Vargas, M.S. |
| Satwant Kaur, M.A., M.Ed. |
Laura Viehmyer, M.S. |
| Kimo Kippen, M.S. |
James Wayne, M.B.A. |
| James Kruggel, M.A. |
Cheryl Wood, Ph.D. |
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History and Mission |
In
1979, The Catholic University of America created Metropolitan College,
originally named University College, in order to bring the resources of
the university to adult learners. Metropolitan College has had a long
history of offering programs that are applications-oriented with a
focus on preparing working adults to advance
in their professional careers. The college offers master's
degrees, bachelor′s degrees, certificates, and noncredit preparation
for professional certification in high-demand career tracks.
Metropolitan College regards its service to
nontraditional students as a special part of The Catholic University of
America′s overall educational mission. Individual programs are designed
with a maximum of flexibility to accommodate the various schedules of
adult students. Courses adhere to the academic standards of the
university while being offered in evening, accelerated, and online
formats.
Metropolitan College offers the following graduate degrees:
- Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (MA-HRM), with the following "tracks":
- Human Resource Generalist
- Federal Human Resource Management
- Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.), with the following "tracks":
- Leadership
- Professional Communication
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Admission |
In
order to be considered for admission into one of Metropolitan
College's graduate degree programs, applicants must submit
the following materials:
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Completed CUA Graduate Application for Admission.
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Official
transcript (with institutional seal) from a regionally-accredited
U.S. college or university showing completion of a
four-year baccalaureate degree, or the international equivalent.
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Three
letters of recommendation. Ideally, at least one
academic recommendation (from a former faculty member) and one
professional recommendation (from a former or current supervisor)
should be included.
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Statement
of Purpose, approximately 500 words in length, stating the
reason for undertaking graduate studies, qualifications, personal
and professional goals, and how participation in the program will help attain these goals.
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$55 non-refundable application fee.
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Résumé, detailing one's professional experiences (work, awards, memberships).
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A pre-admission interview may be required.
Additional credentials required of international applicants:
Admission decisions will be based on grade point average, undergraduate
major, years and relevance of work experience, recommendations, writing
ability, relevance/usefulness of program in meeting personal and
professional objectives, and other relevant criteria.
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Financial Information |
The
Catholic University of America offers reduced tuition for full-time and
part-time students in Metropolitan College who are taking courses
provided by Metropolitan College. The university also maintains a
financial aid program for students with a demonstrated need. For
information on financial aid, please contact the Office of Financial
Aid at (202) 319-5307.
Students
are not considered officially enrolled in the university until they
have both completed registration and satisfied their financial
obligation to the university. Billing statements are issued online
through the CardinalPAY e-commerce system. For more information
on CardinalPAY, please visit http://treasurer.cua.edu/controller/sa/CardinalPay. Satisfactory
payment includes paying the total charges, being current with payments
on the tuition payment plan, or completing all financial aid forms and
waiting for accepted financial aid to be credited. Incomplete financial
aid awards are considered to be late payments. Additional charges will
be assessed to the student's account for checks returned by the bank
for insufficient funds or stop payments. All charges due to the
university must be paid in full by the payment due date published each
semester. For more information on payment due dates, please visit http://treasurer.cua.edu/controller/sa/importantDates. Students
who do not honor the financial arrangements agreed upon will not be
permitted to register the following semester unless payment or new
arrangements are negotiated.
A general account of university tuition, fees, and other expenses
may be found at Catholic University′s Office of the
Registrar′s Web site: http://treasurer.cua.edu/controller/sa/tuitionandfees
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Degree Programs |
The
Metropolitan College graduate degree programs place special
emphasis on advanced learning that links theory and professional
practice. The programs require successful completion of 36 credit
hours; a minimum of 30 credits must be taken at The Catholic
University of America.
Transfer of Credit
With approval from the dean of
Metropolitan College, matriculated students may take courses at other
regionally-accredited institutions of higher learning on a limited
basis. Students may transfer in no more than a total of 6 credits,
which includes all transfer credits pre- and
post-matriculation. Transferability
of credit is determined at the discretion of the program based on
course equivalence, date of completion (typically, no more than 5 years
prior to entry into program), and grade (minimum 'B'/3.0).
Students
planning to take courses at another regionally-accredited institution
(during any academic semester or summer session) must obtain approval
from the dean of Metropolitan College before the end of the semester
prior to the semester in which they plan to take the transfer
course(s). Approval is granted on a case-by-case basis depending on the
student′s need for the course(s), degree requirements, etc. Without
prior approval, transfer of credit is not guaranteed. Students hoping
to take courses at another institution should also contact the CUA
Office of Financial Aid (202-319-5307) to determine how funding
may be impacted.
Probation and Dismissal Policies
Any student who falls below a 3.0
cumulative grade point average is on academic probation for the
following regular semester (i.e., a student whose cumulative GPA is
below 3.0 at the end of the spring semester is on probation through the
end of the following fall semester, even if the student takes summer
courses to raise his/her cumulative GPA. Also a student whose
cumulative GPA is below 3.0 at the end of the fall semester is on
probation through the end of the following spring semester.). A student
placed on academic probation by the academic dean may be required to
take a reduced course load during the time of probation. See
below (i.e., Requirements for Graduation) for additional policies
relevant to probation and dismissal.
Requirements for Graduation
All
students are responsible for knowing academic and university
policies. Policies specific to the M.S.M. and MA-HRM programs
include the following:
1. To graduate, students must earn an overall grade point average
of at least a ‘B’ (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) on course work applied toward
a master's degree, which may include no more than one course
completed with a grade of ‘C’. Students are permitted to retake,
no more than one time each, up to two courses for which they earn less
than a ‘B’. The grade from the second enrollment in the course
will replace the original grade for the purpose of calculating the
grade point average. Any student who earns less than a ‘B-’ in
more than three courses, or whose grade point average falls below a ‘B’
for two consecutive semesters, may be subject to dismissal from the
program.
2. Students must complete the program′s capstone course, MBU 673 Master′s Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications, with a grade of ‘B’ or better.
Student Support
Advising
Once admitted to Metropolitan
College, each student is assigned an academic adviser. Generally,
students remain with their assigned adviser for the duration of their
degree program. However, given sufficient rationale, the student may be
reassigned to another adviser at the discretion of the associate dean.
All students are encouraged to meet with their adviser at least once a
semester for pre-registration for the next semester′s classes. However,
students may see their adviser at any time during the academic year
regarding their academic program and status. Students are responsible
for knowing and understanding the requirements of their specific degree
programs and for keeping track of their progress in working toward
their degrees.
Student Services
Metropolitan College strives to deliver an unparalleled level of service to adult students.
In addition to the opportunities for involvement and support presented
by the university, Metropolitan College also delivers a wide range of
services to include personal, professional, and academic development
seminars; an adult-learner-focused new student orientation, which is
also delivered in an online format; student organizations; an
online student development resource center; a weekly e-newsletter
disseminated to the entire Metropolitan College student community; and
a host of other student development programs. Students wishing to
learn more about student services are welcome to visit http://metro.cua.edu/studentservices
Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (MA-HRM)
The Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (MA-HRM) is
primarily offered as a part-time, evening program that enables HR
professionals to pursue their academic goals while balancing personal
and professional demands. The emphasis of the program is on
developing an academic foundation that provides current and aspiring HR
professionals with the skills and knowledge both to perform their jobs
more effectively and to understand better the organizational context
within which they operate.
While the program incorporates theoretical concepts, the focus is
squarely on providing a practical, applications-oriented
education. Course work incorporates a range of pedagogical styles
– including traditional lectures, team work and group projects, field
research, experiential activities, and the like – to provide a rich,
diverse educational experience. The MA-HRM program offers two
"tracks": human resource generalist and federal human resource
management.
Human Resource Generalist Track
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Course No.
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Course Title
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Credits
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MBU 530
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Management of Human Resources
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3
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MBU 510
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Organization Theory and Behavior
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3
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MBU 543
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Labor-Management Relations
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3
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MBU 523
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Legal Environment in Human Resource Management
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3
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MBU 564
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Compensation and Benefits
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3
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MBU 627
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Human Resource Information Systems and Communication
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3
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MBU 566
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Human Resource Development and Training
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3
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MBU 512
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Conflict Resolution
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3
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MBU 653
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Human Resource Budgeting and Metrics
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3
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MBU 663
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Leadership and Organizations
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3
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MBU 629
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Strategic Planning for Human Resource Managers
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3
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MBU 673
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Master′s Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications
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3
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Total
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12 courses
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36
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Federal Human Resource Management Track
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Course No.
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Course Title
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Credits
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MBU 630
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Management of Human Resources in the Federal Government |
3 |
| MBU 510 |
Organization Theory and Behavior |
3 |
| MBU 543 |
Labor-Management Relations |
3 |
| MBU 633 |
Legal Environment of Human Resource Management in the Federal Sector |
3 |
| MBU 632 |
Compensation and Benefits in the Federal Government |
3 |
| MBU 627 |
Human Resource Information Systems and Communication |
3 |
| MBU 566 |
Human Resource Development and Training |
3 |
| MBU 635 |
Performance Management in the Federal Sector |
3 |
| MBU 663 |
Leadership and Organizations |
3 |
| MBU 6xx |
Strategies and Practices in Federal Staffing
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3
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MBU 6xx
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Strategic Human Capital Management in the Federal Sector
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3
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MBU 673
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Master′s Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications
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3 |
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12 courses |
36 |
Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.)
The
M.S.M. program focuses on the concepts, principles, and issues
experienced by managers in all types of organizations – commercial,
governmental, educational, community, and nonprofit. The program
combines a strong academic foundation with practical knowledge and
skills in management to help students enhance their ability to manage
organizational resources more effectively.
The degree is of potential relevance to anyone who maintains,
or is assuming, managerial responsibilities. Two tracks are
available within the M.S.M. program: Leadership and Professional
Communication.
Leadership Track
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Course No.
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Course Title
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Credits
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Core Courses
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MBU 501
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Communicating Effectively as a Manager
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3
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MBU 516
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Managing People and Performance
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Managerial Decision-Making: Tools and Techniques
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Project Management
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3
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MBU 533
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Human Resource Management and Strategy
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Leadership Foundations
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3
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MBU 6xx
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Strategic Planning and Implementation
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3
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Track Courses
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MBU 6xx
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3
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MBU 6xx
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Leading Organizational Change
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3
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| MBU 6xx |
Developing Leadership Competencies |
3 |
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One additional course selected from: |
3 |
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Labor-Management Relations
Integrated Organizational Communication
Public Relations: Managing External Relations
Human Resource Development and Training
Advanced Managerial Communication
Conflict Resolution |
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Capstone/Synthesis Course
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MBU 673
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Master′s Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications
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3
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Total
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12 courses
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36
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Professional Communication Track
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Course No.
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Course Title
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Credits
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Core Courses
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MBU 501
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Communicating Effectively as a Manager
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3
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MBU 516
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Managing People and Performance
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Managerial Decision-Making: Tools and Techniques
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Project Management
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3
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MBU 533
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Human Resource Management and Strategy
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3
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MBU 5xx
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Leadership Foundations
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3
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MBU 6xx
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Strategic Planning and Implementation
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3
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Track Courses
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MBU 6xx
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Integrated Organizational Communication
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3
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MBU 6xx
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Public Relations: Managing External Relations
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3
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| MBU 6xx |
Advanced Managerial Communication |
3 |
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One additional course selected from: |
3 |
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Human Resource Development and Training
Labor-Management Relations
Leading Organizational Change
Developing Leadership Competencies
Conflict Resolution |
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Capstone/Synthesis Course |
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MBU 673
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Master′s Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications
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3
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Total
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12 courses
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36
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Courses Offered
Business
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Course Title |
| 501 |
Communicating Effectively as a Manager |
| 510 |
Organization Theory and Behavior |
| 512 |
Conflict Resolution |
| 516 |
Managing People and Performance |
| 523 |
Legal Environment in Human Resource Management |
| 530 |
Management of Human Resources |
| 533 |
Human Resource Management and Strategy |
| 543 |
Labor-Management Relations |
| 564 |
Compensation and Benefits |
| 566 |
Human Resource Training and Development |
| 5xx |
Managerial Decision-Making: Tools and Techniques |
| 5xx |
Project Management |
| 5xx |
Leadership Foundations |
| 595 |
Independent Study |
| 627 |
Human Resource Information Systems and Communication |
| 629 |
Strategic Planning for Human Resource Managers |
| 630 |
Management of Human Resources in the Federal Government |
| 632 |
Compensation and Benefits in the Federal Sector |
| 633 |
Legal Environment of Human Resources in the Federal Sector |
| 635 |
Performance Management in the Federal Sector |
| 653 |
Human Resource Budgeting and Metrics |
| 663 |
Leadership and Organizations |
| 6xx |
Integrated Organizational Communication |
| 6xx |
Public Relations: Managing External Relations |
| 6xx |
Advanced Managerial Communication |
| 6xx |
Ethical Leadership |
| 6xx |
Leading Organizational Change |
| 6xx |
Developing Leadership Competencies |
| 6xx |
Strategic Planning and Implementation |
| 673 |
Master's Capstone: Research, Synthesis, Applications |
Please consult the Cardinal Station Web site https://cardinalstation.cua.edu for descriptions of courses offered in the current semester.
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