College of Management and Technology Advisory Committee Handbook 100 Washington Avenue South, Suite 900 Minneapolis, MN 55401
TO: All Advisory Committee Members SUBJECT: Advisory Board Committee Dear Advisory Committee Members, Thank you for volunteering to serve on Walden University s School of Management Advisory Committee or School of Information Systems and Technology Advisory Committee. Your appointment term is Jan. 1 Dec. 31, 2014. We truly appreciate this commitment of your time and want you to know that your service will help us meet the educational and training needs of the Walden community. As an advisory committee member, you will advise and assist the School of Management or the School of Information Systems and Technology in establishing and maintaining up-to-date educational programs. During our meetings, we will discuss: Job market information Program curricula as well as program review and evaluation Student placement Public relations opportunities Technology and facilities For more than 40 years, Walden University has helped working professionals reach their academic goals and make a greater impact in their organizations and communities. Our goal in establishing this committee is to redefine how professionals learn through an engaging education experience that connects students with expert faculty members and peers from around the world. Thank you again for your time and participation. We look forward to your input. Sincerely, L. Ward Ulmer, Ph.D. Associate Dean College of Management and Technology 2
Walden University Mission and Vision Mission Walden University provides a diverse community of career professionals with the opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners so that they can effect positive social change. Vision Walden University envisions a distinctively different 21st-century learning community where knowledge is judged worthy to the degree that it can be applied by its graduates to the immediate solutions of critical societal challenges, thereby advancing the greater global good. Walden University Outcomes Walden University strives to produce graduates with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to: I. Facilitate positive social change where they work, in their communities, and in society. II. Use their knowledge to positively impact their profession, communities, and in society. III. Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. IV. Apply their learning to specific problems and challenges in their workplace and professional settings. V. Demonstrate information literacy. Information literacy is defined as the ability to know when there is a need for information and being able to identify, locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information for the issue or problem at hand. VI. Demonstrate an understanding of the methods of inquiry used in their professional or academic field. VII. Practice legal and ethical integrity in their professional work. VIII. Effectively communicate their ideas and the rationale behind them to others. IX. Support diversity and multiculturalism within their profession, communities, and society. 3
Institutional Accreditation Accreditation is a mark of quality. Walden has been accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1990. The HLC is a commission of the North Central Association, one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Our accreditation assures the community that our programs are relevant and rigorous, our faculty is qualified and well prepared with the appropriate academic credentials, and our students are supported by first-class services and staff. Accreditation attests that we are continually reassessing the quality of our institution and programs and continually improving them. In 2013, our accredited status was reaffirmed by HLC, with our reviewer specifically acknowledging that we operate with the utmost integrity and that we clearly embrace our unique mission of effecting positive social change through innovative and purposeful academic programs. Our accreditation status: Allows access to federal and sometimes state financial aid. Enables smooth transfer of credits from one accredited institution to another. Instills confidence in employers when they evaluate job credentials of potential employees as well as when deciding whether to provide tuition support for current employees seeking further education. Specialized Accreditation Specialized accreditation is given to a college, school, or specific online degree program within a university, most often for professional programs that lead to certification or licensure. To receive this type of accreditation, the college, school, or program must demonstrate that it has relevant content, qualified faculty, and adequate resources to meet rigorous accreditation standards set for a specific field, discipline, or profession. By earning this accreditation, the specific program, school, or college shows that it successfully prepares students for advancement in the field. Walden is proud to have earned specialized accreditations from the following organizations: Walden University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). This accreditation covers initial teacher preparation programs and advanced educator preparation programs. As a recognized standard of excellence in professional education for the preparation of teachers, administrators, and other prek 12 school professionals, NCATE accreditation ensures that the institution has met rigorous national standards set by the profession and members of the public. However, the accreditation does not include individual education courses offered to prek 12 educators for professional development, relicensure, or other purposes. Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Walden s B.S. in Business Administration, Executive M.B.A., Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), and Ph.D. in Management programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The ACBSP also has granted specialized accounting accreditation to Walden s B.S. in Accounting, M.S. in Accounting, and M.S. in Accounting and Management programs. 4
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Walden s DNP, MSN, and BSN programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). CCNE is a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs in preparing effective nurses. Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Walden s M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). CACREP is an independent accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and ensures that the content and quality of counselor-preparation master s degree programs have been evaluated and meet standards set by the profession. Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Accreditation Center (GAC) for Project Management Education Programs Walden s M.S. in Project Management program is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center (GAC) for Project Management Education Programs. PMI GAC accreditation is the gold standard for excellence in project management education, affirming that Walden s curriculum meets rigorous quality standards established by GAC. ABET Walden s B.S. in Information Technology is one of only a few online programs accredited by ABET, the internationally recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. This accreditation reaffirms the quality of Walden s information systems and technology programs and support services, as well as its commitment to continuous assessment and improvement. 5
College of Management and Technology Vision and Mission Vision To be recognized as a 21st century leader in management and engineering higher education to influence social change and societal advances. Mission To educate students to think critically and to create or apply knowledge of management or engineering for the benefit of society and individuals. College of Management and Technology Outcomes Walden University strives to produce graduates with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to: 1. Use discipline-specific practices within a culturally diverse and/or global context. 2. Integrate systems thinking in a global context. 3. Employ critical thinking skills to identify, analyze, and develop potential solutions to complex organizational problems. 4. Practice ethical decision making to promote individual and organizational well-being. 5. Apply effective collaboration techniques within organizations. 6. Apply discipline-specific knowledge to improve individual and organizational performance and opportunities. 7. Contribute to positive social change through their work with organizations and in society. 8. Communicate effectively in multiple and diverse environments. 9. Actively seek opportunities for personal and professional growth. 10. Lead to create mutually beneficial organizational outcomes. School of Management Vision and Mission Vision To create an innovative and engaging learning experience that provides learners with the opportunity to utilize their acquired knowledge to become globally competent and ethical leaders for the benefit of their communities, organizations, and the world. Mission To educate and prepare career professionals to be global citizens who are effective leaders, managers, and scholarpractitioners. 6
School of Management Programs Doctoral Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) Ph.D. in Management Master s M.S. in Accounting M.S. in Accounting and Management M.S. in Communication M.S. in Human Resource Management M.S. in Leadership M.S. in Management M.S. in Project Management Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Bachelor s B.S. in Accounting B.S. in Business Administration B.S. in Business Communication B.S. in Communication Certificates Graduate Certificate in Advanced Project Management Graduate Certificate in Applied Project Management Graduate Certificate in Business Management Graduate Certificate in Communication Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management Post-Doctoral Bridge to Business Administration Certificate Post-Doctoral Bridge to Management Certificate School of Information Systems and Technology Vision and Mission Vision To provide an effective and engaging learning environment that helps professionals apply their acquired skills and knowledge to competently develop and ethically manage information and technology for the benefit of organizations and communities. Mission To educate and prepare professionals to be effective and ethical managers and leaders in the fields of information systems and information technology. School of Information Systems and Technology Programs Doctoral Doctor of Information Technology (D.I.T.) Master s M.S. in Information Systems Master of Information Systems Management M.S. in Information Technology Bachelor s B.S. in Computer Information Systems B.S. in Information Technology Certificate Graduate Certificate in Information Systems 7
Advisory Committee Bylaws Committee Names: School of Management Advisory Committee School of Information Systems and Technology Committee Purpose The purpose of the advisory committee is to assist the School of Management and the School of Information Systems and Technology in establishing and maintaining up-to-date educational programs. Changes in technology, business, industry, and government have increased the need for effective communication between education and industry. This advisory committee will consist of interested, competent, and concerned members from the business and IT communities. It is a vital link between industry and the school. Membership The ideal membership will consist of 12 16 members, but size may vary depending on the makeup of the committee and the climate of the industry. To have broad representation, only one member per company should serve on the advisory committee at any one time. It is recommended that no more than two graduates of the same program within the School of Management or the School of Information Systems and Technology serve at any one time. Former members may be identified as emeritus, non-voting members of the advisory committee. The basic committee structure will be as follows: Eight to twelve appointed Industry Committee Members Three appointed Student Representatives: One each from a bachelor s, master s, and doctoral program in the School of Management or the School of Information Systems and Technology One representative from the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment Vice President of the College of Management and Technology (ex officio) Associate Dean of the College of Management and Technology (ex officio) Core faculty members and program directors from the School of Management and the and School of Information Systems and Technology (ex officio, non-voting members) Selection and Terms Members are appointed for one-year terms. Although committees should not be self-perpetuating, members may be reappointed for additional terms. Members may not serve more than three consecutive terms. Exceptions to this practice may be approved by the appropriate program director and Associate Dean. Using membership guidelines as shown above, program directors will identify potential new members. Once the willingness of the individual to serve is confirmed, the appropriate program director will submit the recommendation to the associate dean. The associate dean will approve the appointment and forward all completed forms to the Office of the Vice President of the College of Management and Technology, with a copy to the Office of the Chief Academic Officer. Appointment letters are then prepared, signed, and mailed to the new appointees. 8
Authority and Responsibilities: In addition to the Purpose listed above, the School of Management and the School of Information Systems and Technology Advisory Committee members are expected to: Become knowledgeable about Walden University and specifically of the school for which they are an advisory committee member. Attend meetings, participate in committee discussions, and serve on subcommittees when requested. Study carefully any questions or issues that come before the advisory committee Keep the school administration informed of new developments in business and industry. Identify business partners to support the program. Meeting Frequency: The advisory committee shall meet twice annually. One meeting will be in-person, while the other shall be a videoconference. The face-to-face meeting will be held in conjunction with annual faculty meetings (typically in January and July or August) and will be held on a Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. A social activity will take place on Tuesday evening, while formal committee business will be conducted on Wednesday morning. Advisory committee members are asked to be available no later than 5 p.m. for Tuesday evening activities. Where Minutes Are Housed College of Management and Technology SharePoint Meeting Topics 1) Job Market Information The advisory committee assists in identifying: New areas which education and training should be developed. Jobs within an occupation for which education and training are needed. The need for supplemental and/or upgrading of education and training for people who might be needed for employment in the private or public sectors. 2) Program Curriculum The advisory committee assists in determining: Expected student competencies or outcomes. Occupational information to be included in program courses. The emphasis given to interpersonal relations and employability skills. 9
The content of each major course as it relates to the total curriculum. The level of skill development for each competency. The emphasis given to the use of tools and equipment. 3) Student Placement The advisory committee assists by: Sharing with the School of Management and the School of Information Systems and Technology. 4) Public Relations/Recruitment The advisory committee assists by: Suggesting ways to promote the university through speaking engagements, newspaper, radio, television, and other media. Recommending return-to-industry experiences for program faculty. 5) Equipment and Facilities The advisory committee assists in: Identifying appropriate technology for inclusion in curricula. 6) Program Review/Evaluation The advisory committee, in conjunction with faculty, other college officials, and external reviewers, may be asked to: Participate in five-year Academic Program Reviews (APR). Formulate recommendations for program revisions and improvements on an ongoing basis. 10
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College of Management and Technology Advisory Committee Member Appointment Form Advisory Committee Date of Appointment From To Appointee s Name Company Position Business Phone Mailing Address (required) City State ZIP code Email Address Gender Ethnicity Associate Dean Approval Vice President Approval 12