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1 ACADEMIC PROGRAM PROPOSAL FORM DIRECTIONS: Use this form when proposing a new major or primary field of study, new emphasis, new degree program, or new certificate of achievement. DATE SUBMITTED: August 12, 2010 Date of AAC Approval: INSTITUTION: University of Nevada, Reno REQUEST TYPE: New Degree New Major or Primary Field of Study New Emphasis New Certificate of Achievement (AAC approval only) Date of Board Approval: DEGREE (i.e. Bachelor of Science): Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) MAJOR (i.e. Animal Science): n/a EMPHASIS (i.e. Equine Studies): n/a CREDITS TO DEGREE: 36 CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT: n/a PROPOSED SEMESTER OF IMPLEMENTATION: Fall 2011 Action requested: Approve a new degree program A. Brief description and purpose of proposed program The Executive MBA (EMBA) program provides an opportunity for mid-career executives and experienced professionals to obtain a master s degree in Business Administration on a schedule that minimizes disruption of work and personal obligations. The program offers an integrated blend of theory and practice and provides a general management emphasis suited to the needs of mid-career executives and experienced professionals. It integrates professional experiences with graduate-level academic management curriculum. It familiarizes students with cutting-edge issues of disciplines in business that encompass management science for managerial decision making. It crystallizes the philosophy and capabilities of experienced professionals and, thus, fosters their professional growth. The courses of the program are sequenced 1 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 1 of 36

2 to assure continuity in learning. The functionally integrated curriculum provides opportunity for gaining cross-functional skills and knowledge. The program includes a cohort of online courses that offers a lockstep, planned curriculum for midcareer executives and experienced professionals. The students of each cohort begin the program at the same point, move through the curriculum together, and complete the degree requirements for graduation at the same time. Executive MBA students are required to complete their degrees in two years. During that period, they gain a wide range of new skills and sharpen their analytical abilities by combining coursework with day-to-day professional experience. A unique aspect of the proposed EMBA program is the collective professional experience of its participants, which greatly enriches the educational environment. EMBA students possess several years of significant, post-baccalaureate professional experience. Most students continue to work full-time while enrolled in the program. B. Statement of degree or program objectives Business leaders face increasingly complex responsibilities, demanding extensive knowledge of all functional areas of business. They must maintain and enhance their managerial and leadership capital. To advance, they must acquire new skills and broaden their management perspective. The EMBA program will teach executive leadership by integration of knowledge, skills, and experience. The EMBA program is oriented towards managerial skills in problem identification and analysis, and application of managerial skills to discovery of alternative solutions. The program encourages application of theoretical solutions to real world business problems. The objective of the program is for the graduates to do the followings upon graduation: 1. To lead organizations, 2. To apply knowledge in new and unfamiliar circumstances through a conceptual understanding of relevant disciplines, and 3. To adapt and innovate to solve problems, to cope with unforeseen events, and to manage in unpredictable environments.. C. Plan for assessment of degree or program objectives All programs offered by the UNR College of Business are accredited by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the highest level of accreditation in business education, and are required to develop assessment plans in compliance with the guidelines of assurance of learning established by AACSB. Progam objectives for EMBA are developed using the AACSB accrediation and assurance of learning guidelines. D. Plan for assessment of student learning outcomes and the use of this data for program improvement The details of assessment of student learning outcomes and objectives and implemenation plan of assessment results for program improvement are provided in the attachment to this form. E. Contribution and relationship of program objectives to i. NSHE Master Plan The Distance EMBA program is in accordance with the NSHE Master Plan as it improves accessibility for mid-career executives and experienced professionals to a quality program by allowing them to finish the program online. The online delivery of the program allows this group of students to earn a graduate-level management degree that they cannot pursue otherwise due to their work and personal obligations. The program builds on the existing UNR part-time MBA 2 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 2 of 36

3 program recognized as one of the best programs in the U.S. by BusinessWeek, the most prestigious source for ranking of business schools. ii. Institutional mission The Distance EMBA program significantly contributes to UNR's mission of focusing on programs that are student centered and demonstrably excellent. It provides an integrated curriculum in management education by combining core business skills and knowledge with the practice and insight of mid-career executives and experienced professionals. The program builds on the existing UNR part-time MBA program where it has achieved national recognition by being ranked as the 21st best program in the U.S. and as the 5th best program in the West by BusinessWeek, the most prestigious source for ranking of business schools. ( It is noted that there are over 400 AACB accredited business schools offering part-time MBA. The program serves the institutional mission of being responsive to the needs of the state, local and regional communities as well as providing professional academic programs for a diverse student body. The online class structure will attract a diverse group of students and serve the community to fill an unmet need throughout Nevada. The institution's mission is committed to making UNR an increasingly dynamic resource for, and partner with, the community it serves. The Distance EMBA program serves the community through an integrated curriculum and innovative deilvery format that allows mid-career executives and experienced professionals the opportunity to pursue a graduate degree, contributing towards their professional advancement. It enhances interdisciplinary research and scholarship and collaborative endeavors with the community. iii. Campus strategic plan and/or academic master plan The Distance EMBA program relates to the UNR master/strategic plans. The program matches UNR's commitment for program initiatives that become a resource for research and education and meet its urban, state, and regional needs, while achieving parity with national peers. For example, Nevada does not have a Distance (online) EMBA program. Currently, there are 497 AACSB accredited institutions that have both graduate and undergraduate programs in business. Of the 497 schools, 70 have online MBA/EMBA programs. UNR's strategic plan states the importance of new program initiatives that improve student accessibility and emphasize research, scholarship, and instruction. The Distance EMBA program will be a two year program conducted online. The program structure makes a graduate education in management accessible to more students, which enhances faculty and student collaboration and provides a richer academic experience for all. iv. Department and college plan The Distance EMBA program is a college-wide program that will be offered by the MBA office in the College of Business at UNR in cooperation with the UNR Extended Studies. The program relates directly to the College of Business mission to advance the knowledge and practice of the disciplines that constitute business and to foster the workforce and economic vitality of the region. It relates specifically to the College's strategic goal of student success by eveloping a Distance (online) Executive MBA program allowing mid-career executives and experienced professionals to earn a graduate-level management degree that they cannot puruse otherwise due to their work and personal obligations. 3 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 3 of 36

4 The program helps to enhance the Colleges' relationship with the community and its corporate partners. The graduates of the program will be in managerial and leadership positions, enhancing the strong relationship the College already has with key companies in Nevada. Faculty teaching in the program will use non-traditional and innovative technology in their course delivery. The teaching and learning environment will be: Appreciative of the students experience and knowledge, Collaborative where co-inquiring with classmates and instructors is encouraged, Proactive in the sense that students and instructors will experiment with new ways of framing their experiences, and Challenging the status quo in managerial decision making. Teaching these classes will be both challenging and rewarding. The College's best MBA faculty will be invited to teach in the Distatnce Executive MBA program. v. Other programs in the institution No other Distance (online) EMBA exists within UNR. vi. Other related programs in the System UNLV offers an Executive MBA where weekend courses are scheduled on-site. F. Evaluation of need for the program i. Intrinsic academic value of program within the discipline There is a huge opportunity to leverage UNR's part-time MBA program ranking to create an online distance EMBA program that will attract a larger pool of talented applicants and lead to an even stronger academic program. All classes are designed to reflect the extensive managerial experience of the students and bring to light current issues facing executives. The EMBA program will help keep faculty and, consequently, our entire business program innovative and current. The EMBA program is an academic discipline that lends itself well to distance eduation. The learning outcomes for an online EMBA will be just as strong, if not superior, to that of our onsite program. A dynamic and rigorous online program will enhance business education throughout the state as well the reputation of the College and the University. ii. Evidence of existing or projected local, state, regional, national and/or international need for program The business world is becoming increasingly complex. Leaders and managers are realizing the importance of acquiring the skills needed to compete in today's challenging business environment. The Distance (online) EMBA program recruits mid-career executives and experienced professionals to learn most recent developments in business disciplines and to advance their problem solving-skills, enabling them to become better managers and leaders. In Nevada, the need for well-trained executives will most likely increase as regional, state, and national economies improve. In addition to sustaining economic growth, graduate business education for executives is important in attracting new companies to northern Nevada. Corporations examine the educational opportunities available for their executives when making 4 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 4 of 36

5 expansion or relocation decisions. The Distance (online) Executive MBA program is designed to meet, at least initially, the educational needs of mid-career executives and experienced professionals employed in northern Nevada. Secondary markets for the program include the areas of eastern and northern California. Given the quality of UNR's part-time MBA program, we expect that the distance program will be competitive in national and international markets. The need for a Distance (online) EMBA program is demonstrated by the regular feedback that we receive from our corporate partners and Alumni Association. The scheduling demand from work and family is a major barrier for mid-career executives and experienced professionals to apply to our part-time MBA program. They tell us that the Distance (online) EMBA program is their only viable option to pursue a graduate degree in business. The UNR College of Business is committed to accommodate the professional needs of these students through the Distance (online) EMBA program. iii. If this or a similar program already exists within the System, what is the justification for this addition The proposed EMBA program will serve an entirely different geographical market than the one at UNLV. iv. Evidence of employment opportunities for graduates (state and national) Employment opportunities will not be an important factor for students that enroll in the Distance (online) EMBA program. The program will target potential students who are currently employed in mid- to upper level management positions or are owners of businesses. Their employers will be required to give a letter of support for the prospective students' participation in the program. Thus, it is expected that the graduates will continue working with their present employers while enrolled in the Distance (online) EMBA program. The program is designed to accelerate and enhance their careers. v. Student clientele to be served (Explain how the student clientele is identified) Student clientele is identified through the corporate contacts of the Office of Career Connections of the UNR College of Business and the executive mailing lists of the UNR Extended Studies. G. Detailed curriculum proposal i. Representative course of study by year (options, courses to be used with/without modification; new courses to be developed) The students of the Distance (online) EMBA will go through the program as a cohort, with the course scheduling being set at the beginning of the cohort's program. The academic guidelines of UNR Graduate School are applied to the program: students must maintain a cummulative GPA of 3.0 or better throughout the program. Students will receive an Executive Master of Business Administration degree. The program requires 36 credit hours of BADM (business administration) courses. The content of the courses will be customized to meet the need of executives. The courses will be offered online through UNR Extended Studies. CORE COURSES (21 credits) CREDITS BADM 700: Statistics for Decision Making 3 BADM 701: Operations Management 3 5 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 5 of 36

6 BADM 710: Financial Reporting and Analysis 3 BADM 720: Management and Organizational Science 3 BADM 730: Economics of the Firm 3 BADM 741: Financial Management 3 BADM 760: Marketing Management 3 Sub-total 21 BREADTH COURSES (15 credits): Choose 5 of the following courses: CREDITS BADM 750: Information and Communications Technology in Organizations 3 BADM 711: Seminar in Control Issues 3 BADM 726: Personal Branding 3 BADM 727: Seminar in Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 3 BADM 728: Managing Organizations in a Global Economy 3 BADM 729: Seminar in Management Issues 3 BADM 740: Seminar in Monetary and Financial Economics 3 BADM 769: Seminar in Marketing Issues 3 BADM 780: Business and Public Policy 3 BADM 781: Strategic Management for Executives (required) 3 BADM 791: Special Topics 3 Sub-total 15 Grand Total 36 The schedule for completion of the Distance (online) EMBA is: First Year: Fall: BADM 700 and BADM 710 Spring: BADM 701 and BADM 720 Summer: BADM 741 and BADM 760 Second Year: Fall: Spring: Summer: BADM 730 and a Breadth Course BADM 781 (required breadth) and a Breadth Course Two Breadth Courses ii. Program entrance requirements Admission Requirements The Distance (online) EMBA program is open to those who hold a bachelor's degree from a four-year institution. Any undergraduate major is acceptable. If the baccalaureate degree is in business, it needs to be from an AACSB accredited college or university or its equivalent. The college is primarily concerned with the candidate's fitness for graduate study and promise of effective business performance. A judgment of these qualities is made from the following information: undergraduate record, results of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), letters of recommendation, a written personal statement indicating the candidate's educational and career objectives, a resume detailing professional experience. The applicant will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication. The written communication requirements are fulfilled by submitting a written statement 6 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 6 of 36

7 indicating the candidate's educational and career objectives and other writing samples the applicant may wish to have considered. Applicants need to have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and be able to use it for word processing and spreadsheets. Admission Standards The followings are the minimum standards required for admission to the Distance (online) EMBA program: 1. The applicant must have a baccalaureate degree from a four-year institution. 2. The applicant must have an overall grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. 3. The applicant must have significant professional work experience beyond undergraduate studies. 4. The applicant must submit the GMAT results prior to admission. Please visit the following website for GMAT information: 5. International students must have a minimum TOEFL score of 550 or above (paper-based test) or 213 or above (computer-based test) or 79 or above (internet based TOEFL). For IELTS, you must have a score of 7 or above. The TOEFL is waived for students who have completed degree programs conducted in English in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Australia or New Zealand. iii. Program completion requirements (credit hours, grade point average; subject matter distribution, preprogram requirements) The Distance (online) EMBA requires 36 credit hours of BADM (business administration) courses. The academic guidelines of UNR Graduate School are applied to the program: students must maintain a cummulative GPA of 3.0 or better throughout the program. Students will receive an Executive Master of Business Administration degree. iv. Accreditation consideration (organization (if any) which accredits program, requirements for accreditation, plan for attaining accreditation - include costs and time frame) AACSB accreditation process will include Distance (online) Executive MBA program. v. Evidence of approval by appropriate committees of the institution The proposal for Distance Executive MBA was approved by: 1. UNR Provost and the Pre-proposal Committee on August 26, UNR College of Business Curriculum Committee on August 27, UNR Graduate Council on September 28, UNR Courses and Curriculum Committee on October 4, H. Readiness to begin program i. Faculty strengths (specializations, teaching, research, and creative accomplishments The courses of the Distance (online) Executive MBA will be taught by the MBA faculty of the UNR College of Business. These are faculty with national and international recognition in their respective fields along with extensive professional background. They have been istrumental in helping the UNR part-time MBA program achieve its national ranking. 7 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 7 of 36

8 ii. Contribution of new program to department s existing programs (both graduate and undergraduate) and contribution to existing programs throughout the college or university The Distance (online) Executive MBA program complements the existing undergraduate and graduate programs in the UNR College of Business. With students of the program being midcareer executives and experienced professionals, this creates a unique opportunity for students and faculty to initiate collaboration and projects that contribute to bring in state of the art business knowledge and practice in other courses of other programs taught by these faculty. In addition, the EMBA program is valuable to graduates with degrees other than business in that it provides them with management education that may not have been a core component in their undergraduate studies yet is critical to advancing their careers. iii. Completed prior planning for the development of the program (recent hires, plans for future hires, securing of space, curricular changes, and reallocation of faculty lines) A taskforce of UNR MBA faculty was appointed by the Dean of the UNR College of Business in the fall The taskforce examined the online EMBA/MBA programs offered in Arizona, California, Oregon, Utah and Washington to determine curriculum, delivery and pricing of the Distance (online) UNR Program. The program will build on the existing capacity and will consist of the existing BADM (business administration) classes offered by UNR College of Business. The program will be offered through a joint effort with the UNR Extended Studies where it does marketing, recruitment and online course delivery of the program. iv. Recommendations from prior program review and/or accreditation review teams n/a v. Organizational arrangements that must be made within the institution to accommodate the program The Distance (online) Executive MBA program will be offered through a joint effort between College of Business and Extended Studies at UNR. I. Resource Analysis i. Proposed source of funds (enrollment-generated state funds, reallocation of existing funds, grants, other state funds) The Distance (online) Executive MBA program is planned as a self-supporting program and will not require additional resources from the state. The program will be funded through Extended Studies by charging a program fee of $2,000 per course which is a competitive market price determined by examining online EMBA programs in Arizona, California, Oregon, Utah and Washington. The program will build on the existing capacity and will consist of the existing BADM (business administration) classes offered by UNR College of Business. The UNR College of Business faculty will teach in the program as an overload. The program will be offered through a joint effort with the UNR Extended Studies. Extended Studies will handle the marketing, recruitment and online course delivery of the program. ii. Each new program approved must be reviewed for adequate full-time equivalent (FTE) to support the program in the fifth year. Indicate if enrollments represent 1) students 8 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 8 of 36

9 formally admitted to the program, 2) declared majors in the program, or 3) course enrollments in the program. a. (1) Full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment in the Fall semester of the first, third, and fifth year. 1st Fall semester FTE 3rd Fall semester FTE 5th Fall semester FTE (2) Explain the methodology/assumptions used in determining projected FTE figures. We are projecting an initial enrollment of 15 for the first cohort of the program. We are anticipating an enrollment increase of 5 for each of the subsequent cohorts. With the requirement of completion of 6 courses or 18 credits in the 1st year of each cohort of the program and the divisor of 24 for converting annualized student credit hours to annualized FTE for masters programs, our FTE projections are as follows: 1st Year 15 students x 18 credits divided by 24 = FTE 3 rd Year (20 students from 2 nd Cohort + 25 students from 3 rd cohort) x 18 credits divided by 24 = FTE 5 th Year (30 students from 4 th Cohort + 35 students from 5 th cohort) x 18 credits divided by 24 = FTE b. (1) Unduplicated headcount in the Fall semester of the first, third, and fifth year. 1st Fall semester FTE 3rd Fall semester FTE 5th Fall semester FTE (2) Explain the methodology/assumptions used in determining projected headcount figures. The headcount projection of the Distance (online) Executive MBA program in the first cohort is based on the average count of prospective students who have contacted the UNR MBA Office and inquired about an online graduate-program in executive business education. iii. Budget Projections Complete and attach the Five-Year Budget Projection Table. See the attached Budget Projection Table. J. Facilities and equipment required 9 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 9 of 36

10 i. Existing facilities: type of space required, number of assignable square feet, space utilization assumptions, special requirements, modifications, effect on present programs n/a ii. Additional facilities required: number of assignable square feet, description of space required, special requirements, time sequence assumed for securing required space n/a iii. Existing and additional equipment required n/a K. Student services required Plans to provide student services, including advisement, to accommodate the program, including its implications for services to the rest of the student body The advisement for the Distance (online) Executive MBA program will be provide by MBA Office of the College of Business at UNR. L. Consultant Reports If a consultant was hired to assist in the development of the program, please complete subsections A through C. A copy of the consultant s final report must be on record at the requesting institution. i. Names, qualifications and affiliations of consultant(s) used n/a ii. Consultant s summary comments and recommendations n/a iii. Summary of proposer's response to consultants n/a M. Articulation Agreements i. Articulation agreements were successfully completed with the following NSHE institutions. (Attach copies of agreements) n/a ii. Articulation agreements have not yet been established with the following NSHE institutions. (Indicate status) n/a iii. Articulation agreements are not applicable for the following institutions. (Indicate reasons) n/a N. Summary Statement The Executive MBA (EMBA) program provides an opportunity for mid-career executives and experienced professionals to obtain a master s degree in Business Administration on a schedule that minimizes disruption of work and personal obligations. 10 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 10 of 36

11 The program offers an integrated blend of theory and practice and provides a general management emphasis suited to the needs of mid-career executives and experienced professionals. It integrates professional experiences with graduate-level academic management curriculum. It familiarizes students with cutting-edge issues of disciplines in business that encompass management science for managerial decision making. It crystallizes the philosophy and capabilities of experienced professionals and, thus, fosters their professional growth. The courses of the program are sequenced to assure continuity in learning. The functionally integrated curriculum provides opportunity for gaining cross-functional skills and knowledge. The program includes a cohort of online courses that offers a lockstep, planned curriculum for midcareer executives and experienced professionals. The students of each cohort begin the program at the same point, move through the curriculum together, and complete the degree requirements for graduation at the same time. Executive MBA students are required to complete their degrees in two years. During that period, they gain a wide range of new skills and sharpen their analytical abilities by combining coursework with day-to-day professional experience. A unique aspect of the proposed EMBA program is the collective professional experience of its participants, which greatly enriches the educational environment. EMBA students possess several years of significant, post-baccalaureate professional experience. Most students are continue to work full-time while enrolled in the program. The Distance (online) Executive MBA program is planned as a self-supporting program and will not require additional resources from the state. The program will be funded through Extended Studies by charging a program fee of $2,000 per course which is a market competitive price determined by examining online EMBA programs in Arizona, California, Oregon, Utah and Washington. The program will build on the existing capacity and will consist of the existing BADM (business administration) classes offered by UNR College of Business. The UNR College of Business faculty will teach in the program as an overload. The program will be offered through a joint effort with the UNR Extended Studies. Extended Studies will handle the bulk of marketing, recruitment and online course delivery of the program 11 (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 11 of 36

12 Attachments 1. Budget Table 2. Approval Memos 3. Assessment Plan for the Executive MBA Program 4. Catalog Copy for the Executive MBA Program (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 12 of 36

13 New Academic Program Proposal Five-Year Budget Projection Institution: UNR Program: Executive MBA Semester of Implementation: Fall 2011 DIRECTIONS: Complete the following cost estimates for the first, third, and fifth year budget projections for the proposed new program in Section A. Costs for the third and fifth year are cumulative. If the total budget for the program is not reflected in the "Existing" or "New" categories, please provide further explanation in the space provided below (EXPLANATION). Any "new" costs must be noted by source in Section B. STUDENT FTE Year 1: (15 hc) Year 3: (45 hc) Year 5: (65 hc) Section A. Year 1/Start-up Year 3 Year 5 Existing 1 New 2 Total FTE Existing 1 New 2 Total FTE Existing 1 New 2 Total FTE PERSONNEL Faculty (salaries/benefits ) ,000 60, , , , , Graduate Assistants 0 20,000 20, ,000 40, ,000 44, Support Staff 0 28,000 28, ,000 44, ,000 64, Fellowships/Scholarships Personnel Total $0 $108,000 $108, $0 $324,000 $324, $0 $468,000 $468, OTHER RESOURCES Library Materials (printed ) Library Materials (electronic ) Supplies/Operating Expenses Equipment Other Expenses 0 72,000 72, , , , ,000 Other Resources Total $0 $72,000 $72,000 $0 $216,000 $216,000 $0 $312,000 $312,000 PHYSICAL FACILITIES Construction Major Renovation Other Facility-Related Expenses Physical Facilities Total $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 TOTAL $0 $180, $180, $0 $540, $540, $0 $780, $780, Section B. Amount % Amount % Amount % EXPLANATION OF "NEW" SOURCES 2 State Support 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% Federal Grants/Contracts 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% State Grants/Contracts 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% Private Grants/Contracts 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% Private Gifts 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% Other (please specify ) 180, % 540, % 780, % TOTAL $180, % $540, % $780, % 1 Resources re-allocated from existing programs in Year 1 should be noted in the "Existing" column. In addition, "New" costs from Year 1 that will continue in the third and fifth year should also be noted in the third and fifth year as "Existing." 2 Any "New" resource utilized to fund a new program must include the source to be provided in the "Explanation of New Sources" section. Total "New" sources for each year must equal the total for each year under "Explanation of New Sources." 3 Budget estimates for faculty salaries and benefits must include estimated merit and COLA increases in Year 3 and Year 5. EXPLANATION (Please provide any additional information pertinent to the budget projection, including for example, explain for any new funding sources that are not guaranteed receipt by the institutions how the program will make-up for the potential loss in expected new funding.): Executive MBA program is a self funded program and does not rely on state resources. The funding listed in the New category of the budget ($180,000 in year 1, etc.) will be provided by the $2,000 per course fee paid by the students. The program includes a cohort of 12 online courses that offers a lockstep, planned curriculum for mid career executives. The students of each cohort begin the program at the same point, move through the curriculum together, and complete the degree requirements for graduation at the same time in two years. Students pay a fee of $2,000 per course. The faculty of UNR College of Business will teach the courses of the program as an overload. The administrative and tech support for the Executive MBA program will be provided by UNR Extended Studies. With respect to "Other Resources" no additional library or other resources will be necessary for the program as existing library materials will support the Distance (online) Executive MBA program as other business programs are also supported. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 13 of 36

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15 Accelerated BS/MS Program in Engineering 3/6/08 College of Engineering, University of Nevada, Reno Background An Accelerated BS/MS Program encourages our outstanding students in the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno to obtain an MS degree. Data from the NSF s Science and Engineering Indicators provides the number of BS and MS degrees each year (see Table 1). The results imply that approximately 1/3 of all people who earn a BS go on to receive an MS degree. This does not include the number of foreign students that come to the US to earn an MS Degree or US students that go abroad. It does show the importance of an MS Degree. Table 1: BS and MS Degrees Award in the United States during 2004 Degrees in 2004 BS MS MS/BS % Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering 9,399 4, Computer Engineering Not Listed Computer Science 57,405 19, Mechanical Engineering 14,368 4, Electrical Engineering 16,667 8, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering 1, ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) is also encouraging engineers to obtain a MS degree. ASCE Policy 465 states the following: The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) supports the concept of the Master's degree or Equivalent as a prerequisite for licensure and the practice of civil engineering at a professional level. ASCE encourages institutions of higher education, governmental units, employers, civil engineers, and other appropriate organizations to endorse, support, and promote the concept of mandatory postbaccalaureate education for the practice of civil engineering at a professional level. The implementation of this effort should occur through establishing appropriate curricula in the formal education experience, appropriate recognition and compensation in the workplace, and congruent standards for licensure. There are numerous programs around the country that offer combined/accelerated BS and MS programs (see Table 2). There are combined/accelerated BS/MS degree programs offered around the country for all the programs offered in the UNR College of Engineering. The table is not complete but provides an idea of the traits of some of the programs. The most common programs have the following traits: 1) Application for admission during the 2 nd semester of the junior year, greater than 75 credits towards their BS degree. 2) Admission GPA requirement of 3.2 in credits that count towards a BS degree. 3) Six credits of course work are double counted towards both the BS and MS degrees. After admission into the Accelerated Program, students can register for limited number of graduate level courses as a BS student. 4) Students must maintain a 3.2 GPA to stay in the program as a BS student. 5) Students are moved to the Graduate School after completion of BS requirement and meeting all the requirements of the Graduate School and the chosen department. 6) BS is awarded when all credits are earned for the BS degree. 7) A student can do either a thesis or a non-thesis MS degree. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 15 of 36

16 Table 2: Program Summary University Degrees Noted Admission Admission GPA Maintain GPA Old Dominion University Colorado School of Mines Credit Reduction Thesis/NonTh esis BS Degree Award after CE, Env. E, ME, Elec. E., Comp Science, Comp E. Anytime 3.00 in Eng in Eng. 6 Both BS Chem E, Env E., MME, CEE, ME, Materials Science, Comp Science, Elec. E. 1st Sems. Sr Georgia Tech University CEE, Chem E., Elec and Comp E., Mech E., Mater. Science and E. > 30 credits BS CEE, Chem E., Elec and Comp E., Villanova University Mech E. 2nd Sems Jr Both CE, Comp E., Elec and Comp E, George Mason University Elec E, Comp Science > 90 credits BS Clemson University CE, Mech E, Chem E, Elec and Comp E, Elec E, MSE 1st Sems. Sr BS CCEE, Chem E, E and C E, MSE, Iowa State University ME within 30 cr. of BS Thesis University of Colorado CE, Env. E 2nd Sems Jr Both BS CEE, Chem E., Env E. EE, Comp University of NY, Buffalo Sci and E, Mech E depending see site depending see site 6 BS and MS Utah Univ. of Massachusetts Northwestern ME, Chem E, Civil and Env E, Elec and Comp E, Mater Sci and E 2nd Sems Jr Thesis BS and MS ME, Civi and Env E, CompE, Chem E 2nd Sems Jr Both BS and MS ME, MSE, Comp Sci, EE, Civil and Env. E, chem E < 4 courses of BS None 0 BS Univ. of CA, Berkeley ME, MSE, CS, EE, C and Env. E 2nd Sems Jr Both Chem E, MSE, ME, CSE, EE, Civil Ohio State Univ. and Env E, Comp E Juniors Case Western University Chem E., Civil, Mech, MS, Elect, Comp E 2nd Sems Jr University of North Dakota Chem, Civ, Elec, Mech E >95 credits BS Chem E, Mech, Civi, Env, Comp S University of Florida and E, MSE Senior 3.3 upper division 12 Thesis Chem E., EE, CS, Mech E, MSE, Virginia Tech Comp E, Civil and Env. E anytime University of Illinois Sci, Elec and Comp E, Mech Soph BS and MS Objective An Accelerated BS/MS Program encourages our outstanding students in the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno to obtain a MS degree. A student can do either a Plan A (Thesis) or Plan B (non-thesis) MS degrees. Admission Requirements Students apply for the Accelerated Program after completing at least 75 credits towards their BS degree with a 3.2 GPA (only UNR courses are included in the GPA calculation). This will typically occur during the spring of their junior year. Students must have completed their Basic Science courses and at least 30 credits of Engineering Science or Design courses. At least 24 credits of the Engineering Science or Design classes must have been earned at UNR at time of application. As part of the admission process, a student must select a faculty advisor for their graduate degree. Program Requirements Students that are admitted into the program will be allowed to take up to 6-credits of technical electives for their BS degree as 600-level graduate courses. The 600-level courses selected for this purpose must be approved by the student s BS program department and graduate advisor, and permission granted by the Graduate School. The student must receive a B or better in the course for it to be considered for the program. The graduate academic advisor must be in the area of specialization that the student has selected for their graduate degree. In order to stay in the program, a student must maintain at least a 3.2 GPA in their UNR degree required courses. Upon completion of all BS requirements, a student will receive their BS degree. A student must complete the BS degree at UNR to be part of the Accelerated BS/MS Program. During their senior year, student will apply for admission into the Graduate School. The student must meet all the requirements of the Graduate School and the MS degree granting department. This may include a GPA and/or GRE requirement. Only 9 credits of graduate work can be completed before entering into the Graduate School. The GRE would be taken during the 1 st semester of the student s senior year. This application must be done before completing the BS degree. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 16 of 36

17 Students will complete all MS degree requirements and may apply the 6 credits of 600-level courses towards both the BS and MS degree requirements. For the MS degree, the student must meet the Graduate School requirement of an average of a 3.0 GPA in courses applied to the MS degree. Courses and/or thesis requirements will be established by the department graduate advisor. Continuation in the Program Continuation in the program requires that students maintain a grade point average of 3.2 or higher. If a student s GPA drops below 3.2, the student will be placed on academic probation within the program for one semester. If the student raises their GPA to 3.2 or higher, he or she will be removed from probation and returned in good status to the program. If after one semester the student is not able to raise their GPA sufficiently, they will be removed from the Accelerated Program. At which point they may pursue a BS and MS degrees through normal requirements. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 17 of 36

18 University of Nevada, Reno College of Engineering ACCELERATED BS/MS PROGRAM APPLICATION An Accelerated BS/MS Program encourages our outstanding students in the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno to obtain a MS degree. A student can do either a Plan A (Thesis) or Plan B (non-thesis) MS degrees. Students apply for the Accelerated Program after completing at least 75 credits towards their BS degree with a 3.2 GPA (only UNR courses are included in the GPA calculation). This will typically occur during the spring of their junior year. Students must have completed their Basic Science courses and at least 30 credits of Engineering Science or Design courses. At least 24 credits of the Engineering Science or Design classes must have been earned at UNR at time of application. As part of the admission process, a student must select a faculty advisor for their graduate degree. Student Information Last Name First Name Middle Name Student ID (R Number) University Address Student Signature Date Local Mailing Address Courses Proposed to be Taken for both Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees (6 credits) 1) Course Prefix and Number: Course Title: Term to be taken: 2) Prefix and Number: Course Title: Term to be taken: If courses change, this form must be resubmitted. Check this box, if this is a resubmission. Undergraduate Degree Major Credits toward Degree Completed GPA in those Credits Name and Signature of Undergraduate Advisor Date Graduate Degree Major Name and Signature of Graduate Advisor Date Name and Signature of Department Chair Date College of Engineering Approval Name and Signature of Dean, College of Engineering Date Note: During their senior year, student will apply for admission into the Graduate School. The student must meet all the requirements of the Graduate School and the MS degree department. This may include a GPA and/or GRE requirement. Only 9 credits of graduate work can be completed before entering into the Graduate School. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 18 of 36

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23 From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Marsha H Read Katherine L Schleef; Janet I Goetz Glenn Miller; Pardini, Ron; Kambiz Raffiee; Gregory C Mosier; Patsy Ruchala; Trudy Larson; Denise M Montcalm Consent Agenda - Graduate Council Tuesday, September 28, :09:46 PM The following items were approved by Graduate Council and should move forward to UCC for its next meeting: Consent Agenda for Course and Curricula: Proposal: Changes in Catalog copy for ES Action requested is to essentially delete the two track descriptions and condense to simply Environmental Sciences Background: The external reviewers for this program recommended this action to increase the potential interest on the part of students; faculty are in concurrence Recommendation: approve Proposal: Distance Executive MBA Action requested is to develop a distance executive MBA Background: This has been discussed for a period of time with the Provost who is supportive; focus groups have indicated this program is desired by working professionals here and in the general northern NV region Recommendation: approve Proposal: Change in dual master s degrees in the MSN/MPH degree Action requested is to require program specialization that is driven by the MPH accreditation. Background: It does raise the required courses for students who might opt for this. The overlap in internship and field studies portions will provide experience in both nursing (MSN) and public health (MPH). This is consistent with models for dual degrees such as this. Recommendation: approve Proposal: Change in GPA requirement in Doctoral of Nursing Practice degree (UNDNP program) Action requested is to lower the GPA required for graduation from the program from 3.5 overall to 3.0. Background: The GPA required to graduate from UNR for graduate programs in general is 3.0. This action brings them consistent with general policy Recommendation: approve (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 23 of 36

24 ASSESSMENT PLAN FOR EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA) COLLEGE OF BUSINESS UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO I. Introduction All programs offered by the UNR College of Business are required by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the highest level of accreditation in business education, to develop assessment plans. The learning goals and objectives for Distance Executive MBA (EMBA) are developed based on the full evaluation of UNR MBA courses. The results of this evaluation is presented in Table 1. The UNR MBA Office will collect data on student learning goals and objectives collected for courses of each cohort of the Distance EMBA. The Director of UNR MBA Office will discuss the assessment data with The UNR MBA Policy Committee to implement changes for continuous improvement of the program. II. Learning Goals and Objectives for the EMBA Learning Goal 1: Students will demonstrate mastery of fundamental business knowledge and practices. This goal is concerned with understanding of theoratical foundation of business knowledge and practice. Learning Objectives for Learning Goal 1 Students will achieve financial literacy to read and interpret financial reports. Students will learn leadership and management skills to demonstrate the tools of leadership and management in solving business problems. Students will achieve investment literacy. Learning Goal 2: Students will possess analytical and critical thinking skills. This goal is concerned with analytical and critical thinking skills, including statistical tools, decision support modeling, and strategic thinking. Learning Objectives for Learning Goal 2 Students will demonstrate ability to apply key statistical tools. Students will be able to develop, analyze and interpret a quantitative decision-support model. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 24 of 36

25 Students will use evaluative thinking to analyze a strategic business decision. Learning Goal 3: Students will be Effective Communicators within a business environment. This goal is concerned with the ability to communicate in writing and orally to lead and manage organizations. Learning Objectives for Learning Goal 3 Students will effectively communicate information, concepts and ideas in writing. Students will effectively use communication skills in decision making. Students will effectively use communication skills in managing organizations. Learning Goal 4: Students will be able to use information technology to support business analysis and operations. This goal is concerned with the use and assesment of information technology in manging organizations. Learning Objectives for Learning Goal 4 Students will utilize technology to produce a professional business document &/or presentation demonstrating proficient use of spreadsheet, word processor, presentation graphics, and database applications and the Internet. Students will utilize information technology in managing organizations. Learning Goal 5: Students will recognize, evaluate and resolve ethical issues, both personally and organizationally. This goal is concerned to develop a solid understanding of the importance of ethics in business decision making. Learning Objectives for Learning Goal 5 Students will recognize ethical issues embedded in common business activities. Students will reach an ethically defensible resolution that meets the needs of multiple stakeholders. (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 03/10/11) Ref. ARSA-5, Page 25 of 36