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Contents Welcome to the University of Roehampton, London Online 4 Rich heritage 5 Successful partnership 6 Accreditation 7 The Roehampton Online experience 8 What can you expect? 8 Who is studying with Roehampton Online? 9 Faculty you can relate to 10 Programmes 12 Master of Business Administration (MBA) 13 MSc in Information Systems Management 14 MSc in Marketing 15 MSc in Project Management 16 MSc in Strategic Human Resource Management 17 MSc in Strategic Supply Chain Management 18 Master of Public Health (MPH) 19 MA in Early Childhood 20 MA in Educational Leadership 21 MA in Inclusive Special Education 22 MA in Learning and Teaching 23 MA in Technology and Learning Design 24 MSc in Psychology 25 Master of Public Administration (MPA) 26 MA in Theology and Leadership 27 Online learning at an accessible price 28 Discover what s next 29
4 Welcome to the University of Roehampton, London Online The Roehampton Online programmes have been specially designed and tailored to allow people to fit part-time study into a busy work life. The opportunity to study within a network of students from different parts of the world is an incredibly rich and inspirational experience, one that will prepare and empower our students to be successful in their chosen careers. I invite you to be part of this success story. Professor Paul O Prey Vice-Chancellor, University of Roehampton
5 Rich heritage The University of Roehampton has been providing education through its four colleges for over 170 years. Set on a beautiful campus in the vibrant capital city of London, the University has a rich heritage of progressive thinking and student diversity attracting students from 140 countries. The University is committed to a strong research culture. It also prides itself on the quality of its teaching and on being very international and accessible.
6 Successful partnership Today, in addition to its on-campus programmes, the University offers fully online masters degree programmes in business, management, health, education, psychology and social sciences. This is made possible through an exciting partnership with Laureate Online Education, part of Laureate International Universities, a trusted global leader in providing access to high-quality, innovative institutions of higher education. The University of Roehampton awards the final degrees, and ensures that the academic standards of the programmes are upheld. Laureate provides a rich online learning experience and the support you will receive throughout your educational journey.
7 Accreditation The establishment and enhancement of high academic standards is at the heart of the University of Roehampton s vision. All degrees including the online degrees awarded by the University of Roehampton meet or exceed all UK academic quality standards as defined by The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. See www.qaa.ac.uk for more details.
8 The Roehampton Online experience Enjoy an engaging learning experience by choosing to study one of 15 online masters programmes (See pages 13 27 for details). Our online environment offers you the benefits of an interactive classroom combined with the networking and community-building features of social media. You won t be studying alone; you will be part of the University s online community. What can you expect? Personal support from enquiry through to graduation, there will always be someone you can talk to, from our support staff to faculty and fellow students. A unique way of connecting Inspirenet is your social gateway to the online campus, connecting you to students, faculty and staff in the Roehampton Online community. University life one click away with single sign-on to Inspirenet, you will be able to access all aspects of student life, including your classroom. A user-friendly learning platform enjoy easy access to the academic classroom where you participate in each of your programme modules. All the learning materials you need access to case studies, journals, articles and rich media, as well as Roehampton s online library; all included in your tuition fee.
Who is studying with Roehampton Online? More than 2,000 working professionals from 140 countries are already studying with Roehampton Online and the programmes are growing rapidly with regular start dates throughout the year. 9 In joining our online community, you will benefit from a contemporary, accessible learning environment and learn from a university with a rich heritage. The online programme is very practically oriented. We benefit from the exchange of ideas with other practitioners from around the world. Studying online also gives me the flexibility to utilise my learning directly in my work, which I find rather unique. Valentina Maggiulli, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Student Palestine territories
10 Faculty you can relate to Our professional online faculty have diverse backgrounds in academia, industry practice and research. They have an average of 12 years teaching experience. They live in more than 15 different countries across the globe. They have further 18 years of expertise in their chosen field. They will engage with you throughout your studies, providing feedback, guidance and support. Here is where they re from: Canada United Kingdom Portugal Ukraine Ireland United States Mexico Anguilla Italy Greece Uganda UAE Saudi Arabia India China Australia
11 I am excited to be teaching with Roehampton Online because our learning model presents leadingedge teaching and technology, which enables greater learning, collaboration and application. Dr Craig Nathanson, University of Roehampton Online faculty
12 Programmes Choose from 15 fully online masters programmes. Stay in your job and study from start to finish online with a quality-assured UK university.
13 Master of Business Administration (MBA) Our online MBA seeks to equip you with the skills to become an exceptional leader in today s dynamic global business environment. Highlights Gain a critical understanding of contemporary management theory and concepts, and learn how to apply these in your professional life. Enhance your leadership skills and your ability to reflect on your own performance. Network with a diverse range of professionals through collaborative learning and classroom debate. Learn to present your point of view through interactive discussions among peers and faculty.
14 MSc in Information Systems Management Today s dynamic business environments are increasingly dependent on the effective exploitation of Information Systems (IS) technologies. This programme will provide you with the management competencies you need for success in dealing with IS challenges. Highlights Learn to understand the key role Information Systems play in business innovation and business development. Hone your project-management skills and learn how to drive successful IS projects. Learn to critically evaluate abstract concepts and data to frame business problems and identify a range of solutions. Engage in networking and debate with peers through structured faculty-led discussion.
15 MSc in Marketing Develop the practical skills and strategic-level understanding required to succeed in the constantly evolving world of marketing. Learn how organisational growth is driven by sophisticated marketing expertise. Discover how to work creatively with various contemporary marketing elements and gain a holistic view of this exciting and fast-paced field. Highlights Learn how to identify and capitalise on market opportunities. Acquire a solid understanding of key marketing trends such as ethical practice, big data and e-marketing. Benefit from active, practitioner-based learning; learn highly practical marketing skills through classroom activities and individual projects. Develop an understanding of local and global markets; study marketing best practices and share knowledge with international classroom peers.
16 MSc in Project Management Go beyond traditional project-management tools and techniques and learn to employ soft skills and creative thinking to see the big picture. You should emerge from this programme with the knowledge, skills and confidence to successfully manage large-scale global projects. Highlights Gain the essential knowledge and key skills required to drive projects from concept to conclusion. Learn to hone your communication, people and planning skills. Gain an in-depth understanding of the key resources that go into successful project management. Benefit from the experience of your classmates through interactive classroom discussions.
17 MSc in Strategic Human Resource Management This online MSc aims to equip you with the understanding required to function as a highly effective business partner within your organisation. You ll acquire the skills to deal with the demands of global business and learn to contribute to managerial decision-making. Highlights Develop critical human resource management skills. Gain a deep insight into organisational business priorities and how HR can contribute to broader corporate objectives. Increase awareness of the capacity of human resources management to help build competitive advantage. Gain skills and knowledge to become an organisational change agent, while effectively managing day-to-day operational needs.
18 MSc in Strategic Supply Chain Management This online MSc seeks to equip you with the cross-disciplinary skills to succeed as a strategic supply chain leader in today s sophisticated global economy, identifying, creating and managing opportunities for reducing costs, driving growth and building a sustainable competitive advantage. Highlights Acquire strategic supply chain management skills to meet the challenges of dynamic business environments. Develop awareness and understanding to challenge and extend supply chain management knowledge and practice in different contexts. Learn to analyse, design and manage globally integrated supply-chain networks. Enhance your career prospects by developing the skills and insights to contribute at a strategic level.
19 Master of Public Health (MPH) Our Master of Public Health (MPH) programme seeks to equip you with the critical thinking and decision-making skills required to advance your career in public health, and to become an agent of change to health in your community, and around the world. Highlights Gain knowledge and skills to plan and implement innovative, effective public-health interventions. Develop the confidence to challenge and extend knowledge and practice in public-health management in different contexts. Enhance your career prospects in the public-health sector by developing vital leadership, analytical and personal skills. Engage in networking opportunities across an international public-health community.
20 MA in Early Childhood Children need knowledgeable, caring adults to help build a solid foundation for their health, well-being and lifelong learning. Our fully online Master of Arts in Early Childhood seeks to equip you with the confidence, understanding and skills to have a positive impact on the development and learning of young children mind, body and spirit - at a local, regional or international level. Highlights Cultivate a deep understanding of early childhood theories, issues and research in diverse contexts. Learn to analyse and apply research to promote the strengths and meet the challenges of young children. Develop evidence-based solutions to real-world situations. Analyse professional practice in the light of local, national and global policies. Share ideas, experiences and knowledge with peers from around the globe. Gain sought-after transferable skills to advance your career.
21 MA in Educational Leadership The field of education is constantly changing. Learners, communities and organisations all over the world need educational leaders with the knowledge and skills to use change as a platform for success. In this online Master of Arts in Educational Leadership programme, you ll explore the qualities and capabilities that make a successful educational leader. Highlights Develop a critical understanding of current educational problems, issues and research relating to a chosen area of professional practice. Gain knowledge and skills that will distinguish you as a leader across a range of educational roles and in a variety of contexts. Demonstrate reflexive and systematic thinking about teaching and learning practice. Examine your own values, dispositions and skills and consider your own role as a leader and agent.
22 MA in Inclusive Special Education Accessing effective education can be difficult for children and adults with special needs. This online Master of Arts in Inclusive Special Education seeks to equip you with a thorough understanding of the barriers to learning that people with disabilities face all over the world, and explores strategies for overcoming these obstacles to learning. Highlights Create your own vision for educational change in your community. Gain skills and knowledge to enhance your teaching practice, helping you to stay ahead in a dynamic and evolving industry. Apply research-based practices to understand barriers to education and how to remove them. Explore current issues and trends in inclusive special education and how to apply them in your locale.
23 MA in Learning and Teaching Through our fully online Master of Arts in Learning and Teaching, you ll look beyond academic performance and study modern learning perspectives geared towards understanding the whole needs of a learner to help you inspire classrooms and change lives. Highlights Develop a critical understanding of current educational problems, issues and research related to a chosen area of professional practice. Learn to evaluate and apply concepts, theories, policies, practices and technologies relevant to a chosen professional focus of study. Demonstrate reflexive and systematic thinking about teaching and learning practice. Critically examine your own values, dispositions and skills, and consider your own role as a leader and agent of change.
24 MA in Technology and Learning Design Explore the strongest approaches by which educational materials are designed and delivered and learn how to harness technology to create innovative cross-cultural learning designs and methodologies. Take your own professional practice to the next level and positively impact the lives of learners around the world. Highlights Explore learning theory and practice across disciplines and evaluate current research from around the world. Investigate the strengths and limitations of integrating technology into diverse learning environments. Analyse different learning-design models and principles and apply your skills to designing online instructional modules. Evaluate ways of using technology to improve the learning experience in an education or training environment.
25 MSc in Psychology Move ahead personally and professionally with our MSc in Psychology. Engage in a rigorous and lively study of the science and practice of psychology for the real world and connect with experienced faculty and students from around the world as you gain a degree from one the UK s largest psychological training departments. Highlights Experience the best of both worlds with a highly interactive masters programme that combines academic study with practice. Learn about psychology for the real world through a unique learning journey that puts key subjects into context: self, identity, culture, relationships, workplace. Utilise the research expertise of Roehampton s Department of Psychology as you build your own research skills. Gain global knowledge and connections that can enhance your life immediately.
26 Master of Public Administration (MPA) Designed for the 21 st century s rapidly changing world, our Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme has a unique approach that focuses on your career aspirations. You ll learn about today s major public challenges and social issues, developing the knowledge and skills to help you change people s lives for the better. Highlights Move ahead professionally through the MPA s unique approach that focuses on your career aspirations and helps you facilitate your own path to success. Address today s complex challenges, learning to lead and implement change for the public good. Learn how you can make public projects successful whether you re in a public-, private- or voluntary-sector role. Connect with international professionals, sharing best practices that you can use to improve lives.
27 MA in Theology and Leadership * The University of Roehampton s fully online Master of Arts in Theology and Leadership examines the practice of organisational leadership through the lens of Christian theology. Learn how to integrate theological reflection, leadership skills, and management concepts to address issues encountered in your practice of leadership. Highlights Examine the practice of leadership, ethical convictions and inter-cultural communication in ministry contexts. Blend theological insights with leadership skills and analytical reflection to evaluate contemporary professional issues. Study an innovative programme that builds on the University s expertise in a wide range of issues relating to the study of religion. Gain a quality assured UK education at a realistic cost, and benefit from the flexibility to study alongside your career and other commitments. *This programme is in the final stages of validation with the University.
28 Online learning at an accessible price We have one tuition fee US $11,000 and it s the same whichever masters degree programme you choose. It covers everything you need to be successful as an online student, including: All your study materials Access to the University online community One-click access to your academic classroom Instruction by expert faculty Guidance from support staff
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