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* Work experience must be deemed relevant to the industry focus for Hybrid MBA students (e.g. health care)
College of Graduate Studies
The following admissions information is provided by College and then by Major within that College. The best way to use this list is to find the college that houses the major you are interested in. If you are not sure what you would like to major in - no problem! The best source to find out about each program and program degree requirements is to visit the TTU Graduate Catalog.
Community Health and Nutrition (Spring 2021 - Application Pending)
The School of Human Ecology offers a Master of Science in Community Health and Nutrition. Coursework in this program is online. The Community Health and Nutrition program has been granted candidacy for accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), as a Future Education Model Future Graduate program, making it appropriate for those students who wish to become registered dietitian/nutritionists.
This program is also designed to offer additional professional training for various community health professionals, including those who are already credentialed registered dietitian/nutritionists, educators, nurses, and others interested in nutrition related health information.
Department Admissions Requirements
Applicants must submit the following for admission consideration:
1. Online application for graduate admission and the nonrefundable application fee;
2. Official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate credit from all institutions attended;
3. Undergraduate degrees accepted include: nutrition, dietetics, public health, kinesiology, health sciences, nursing, psychology, human development and family studies, family and consumer sciences, and biobehavioral health. Other undergraduate degrees not specifically listed here will be reviewed based on transcript content;
4. Prerequisite undergraduate coursework must include an introductory nutrition course (equivalent to Tennessee Tech’s HEC 2020 Nutrition for Health Sciences); one advanced nutrition course (higher level than introductory nutrition) must have a “B” or better in these two nutrition courses; and 8 credits of chemistry or biology at the 3000/4000 level with a grade of “C” or better;
5. Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
6. Two references;
7. Select your degree option: A): only the MS Degree in Community Health and Nutrition
or B): both the Degree and the optional Experiential Learning Track
The Experiential Learning Track has additional admission requirements;
+Resume – upload your resume (no more than 2 pages);
+Student Health Form;
+Personal Statement- upload a separate document which includes the following: state
why you have the abilities, experiences, skills and knowledge to succeed in our degree
program. Your statement should demonstrate why you are interested in this graduate
degree program and how it will help you meet career goals. Please limit your statement
to 1,200 words or fewer and use 12-point font, single-spaced format.
Specifically address the following questions in your personal statement:
a. What are your professional goals; elaborate on future career plans and the motivation for pursuing a MS in Community Health and Nutrition
b. In what ways will the MS in Community Health and Nutrition build upon your current skill set
c. Why are you a good fit for this degree program
d. Elaborate on your unique story which motivates you to seek this graduate degree
Note: Applicants are selected on a competitive basis and, therefore, admission is not granted to all applicants who meet only the minimum requirements.
Additional Admissions Requirements - Experiential Learning Track:
In addition to the requirements for admission to the MS in Community Health and Nutrition
Degree as stated above, applicants who want to also be admitted to the Experiential
Learning Track must provide:
1. Evidence of Work/Volunteer Experience – documentation of 300 hours of work or volunteer experience completed within two years of application. Of the 300 hours, at least 200 hours must be in a nutrition- or dietetics-related field. You will be required to complete the Experiential Track Supplemental Form to document your experiences. This form will be uploaded with your Graduate application.
2. Prerequisite coursework- for applicants who do not have a Verification Statement from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) the following prerequisite coursework must have been completed within five years from an accredited institution:
a. Introductory Nutrition course equivalent to Tennessee Tech’s HEC 2020 Nutrition for Health Sciences
b. Advanced Nutrition course (higher level than Introductory Nutrition)
c. Organic Chemistry
d. Microbiology or Biochemistry
e. Experimental Foods, Food Preparation, Quantity Food Production, or Foodservice Management
3. DPD Verification Statement- for students with a bachelor’s degree from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), you will be required to upload your DPD Verification statement with your Graduate application.
4. Personal Statement: in addition to the questions listed above for the Personal Statement, applicants for the Experiential Learning Track should include why they are pursuing the Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
5. Candidates for admission to the Experiential Learning Track will be required to participate in a virtual (face to face) interview via a video conferencing platform.
The purpose of the Master of Science degree program in the Department of Biology is to prepare graduates for high-level careers in various areas of biology. The department offers the M.S. degree with the option of selecting from a variety of thesis research topics based on individual research interests of the faculty.
DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE M.S. DEGREE
Guidelines for full admission into the program require that one of the following two requirements be met:
Applicants that do not meet either of these guidelines can be considered for provisional admission through an appeal to the Department of Biology Graduate Policies Committee.
Applicants should be aware that meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program, since:
Although the Department of Biology has no strict deadlines for application, complete applications for students being considered for teaching assistantships should be received no later than November 1 for enrollment the following Spring Semester, and April 1 for enrollment the following Fall Semester. Applicants being considered for research assistantships will be evaluated as extramural funding becomes available.
For more detailed requirements and thesis research options, contact the department chair.
PROVISIONAL ADMISSION PROCEDURES
Students who do not meet departmental GPA and GRE ®General Test (GRE) requirements can be admitted provisionally by appealing the initial rejection decision to the Department of Biology Graduate Policies Committee. This committee will only consider appeals that are presented by the applicant's potential faculty advisor. Criteria commonly used by the Graduate Policies Committee regarding appeals are previous experience in the area of research and work history following graduation. Absolute minimum requirements for appeal consideration will consist of a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 (minimum requirement of Graduate School for non-provisional admission) .
The Graduate Policies Committee will make the final decision for all appeals.
PROVISIONAL STATUS REQUIREMENTS
All applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements established for admission to the Master of Science Program within the Department of Biology, and who are granted an appeal by the Department of Biology Graduate Policies Committee, will be admitted with provisional standing. Provisions for achieving full standing will be determined by the Graduate Policies Committee in consultation with the student's faculty advisor and departmental chair.
The Department of Chemistry offers a program of study leading to an M.S. in Chemistry designed to prepare graduates for a successful career in industry or to continue their education in a doctoral program or professional school. By offering courses in the five (5) major areas of chemistry, the students have an opportunity to reinforce their background and expand their knowledge in areas not covered by their undergraduate degree.
DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students seeking admission to full standing in the M.S. program in Chemistry are required to have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry that has been certified by the American Chemical Society or course work equivalent of this degree, with an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Students lacking prerequisite coursework may be admitted to provisional standing and required to pass the prerequisites before being admitted to full standing.
Students are also required to take the general portion of the Graduate Records Examination General Test (GRE). To be admitted with full standing, a student must score at least 295 (Quantitative and Verbal combined) on the GRE General Test, with a Quantitative score in at least the 40th percentile, and must score at least 3.5 on the Analytical Writing portion. Students who do not meet the GRE score requirements may still be admitted with provisional standing, if they have demonstrated potential for advanced study and research through research or work experience. If they make satisfactory progress in their first semester, they may be granted full standing in the program.
International students are required to demonstrate competency in spoken and written English by taking appropriate standardized tests. Common examples include TOEFL examination (minimum score of 550 for the paper-based test or 79 for the Internet-based test with no sub score below 20) and the IELTS examination (minimum score 6.0)
The Master of Arts degree program in the Department of English prepares graduates for success in any further graduate and professional education which might require superior analytical and communication skills.
Concentrations
Literature: This concentration is designed for graduate students wishing to further develop their abilities as literary scholars and critics, in preparation for graduate school and/or careers requiring high-level interpretive and written communication skills.
Creative Writing: This concentration is a great option for graduate students wishing to develop their abilities as creative writers in poetry, fiction, and/or essay/memoir.
Professional and Technical Communication: This concentration was created for graduate students who are preparing for careers within the field of Professional and Technical Communication. Students will have opportunities to work with other disciplines (such as Engineering, Business, Nursing, and Law), both on campus and off campus, that require facility with technical writing and effective communication skills in business environments. Additionally, this concentration provides opportunities for students with various backgrounds who are seeking advanced skills in grant writing, technical writing, or other advanced Professional and Technical Communication proficiencies.
M.A. in English Admissions Requirements
The Department of Mathematics offers a comprehensive program leading to a Master of Science degree in Mathematics. The program of study provides suitable preparation for further study at the doctoral level or for a career in teaching, government, or industry.
Graduate students attend a weekly Graduate Seminar and develop teaching skills through participation in the weekly Teaching Seminar.
DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
As a necessary condition to be admitted to the Mathematics Graduate Program with Full Standing, and applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:
It should be understood that fulfilling the above minimum requirements is not sufficient to guarantee that an applicant will be admitted with full standing. A student may be admitted to the Mathematics Graduate Program with Provisional Standing if one or more of the above requirements are not met, assuming that the student has an overall undergraduate QPA of at least 2.25 (based on a 4.0 scale) and at least 3 letters of recommendation each indicating and expectation for success in a graduate mathematics program. Recommendations for admission (with Full or Provisional Standing) are made by the Mathematics Department Chairperson in consultation with the Mathematics Graduate Committee based upon an analysis of the applicant's mathematical background and potential for success in the Mathematics Graduate Program. As student in Provisional Standing may be reclassified to Full Standing once the student has satisfied the appropriate requirements detailed in the admission letter.
For the sake of evaluation for an assistantship, applicants are highly encouraged to take both the GRE General Examination and the GRE Subject Test in Mathematics and submit their scores with the application.
Our goal is “to prepare students for careers in professional accounting and business careers and to enhance opportunities for our students to become successful and ethical professionals.” Toward that end, we strive to provide students access to advanced knowledge in the field of accounting and we emphasize the importance of life-long learning and continuing professional development.
Master of Accountancy (MAcc) Admissions Requirements
MAcc admission is open to qualified students with a bachelor’s degree and a major in accounting (or the equivalent) from an accredited institution. Consideration is given to the applicant’s work experience and other activities that demonstrate potential for successful completion of the program.
Applications are accepted for fall and spring admission. The application for admission should be received by July 1 before the fall semester in which the student plans to enroll (April 1 for international students).
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Full Admission Requirements:
Provisional Standing*
NOTE: Fulfilling the above minimum application requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the MAcc program.
* For additional information in international student applications, please visit the following link: How to Apply - International.
GMAT/GRE Waiver Policy
Students applying for the Master of Accountancy may request a waiver of the GMAT/GRE requirement if they meet one of the following requirements:
This waiver is not guaranteed and the request must be made via email to the College of Business Director of Graduate Programs, Kate Nicewicz, at knicewicz@tntech.edu.
All application materials become the property of the University and will not be returned to the applicant regardless of whether admission is approved or denied.
If you have any questions, please contact:
College of Business Graduate Office
Phone: (931) 372-3600
Email: cobgrad@tntech.edu
The MBA program offers the option for 100% online completion, in as little as one year. The online learning environment is highly interactive and incorporates case discussions, teamwork, simulations, and other active-learning approaches. MBA courses make a strong connection between academic subjects and the practical issues facing managers in today’s globally competitive, high tech, and analytically-focused business environment.
MBA Requirements
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Full Admission Requirement
MBA Admissions Matrix | |
Criterion | Points |
Work Experience* | |
1 year of professional work experience | 3 |
3 year of professional work experience | 4 |
5+ year of professional work experience | 5 |
Academic Experience^ | |
Graduate Degree (Master's Level) | 4 |
Terminal Level (J.D., M.D., Pharm.D., Ph.D.) | 5 |
Overall Undergraduate GPA | |
2.5 GPA | 3 |
3.0 GPA | 5 |
3.5 GPA | 7 |
GMAT/GRE** | |
400-499 | 3 |
500-599 | 5 |
600 or Above | 7 |
Discretionary Points % | |
A maximum of two additional points may be awarded based on strength of resume and statement of purpose, as determined by program director and/or Exceptions Committee. |
2 |
Provisional Admission Requirements*
*Students admitted provisionally must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on the first nine** (9) hours of core coursework.
**ECON6050 must be taken within the first nine (9) hours of the student's program.
The MA and EdS in Counseling and Psychology offer a number of concentrations available in each of these programs. The degree programs in Counseling and Psychology each consist of a counseling concentration, appropriate cognate area, and a research component. Concentrations are available in:
MASTER OF ARTS DEGREE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing graduate study in the Department of Counseling and Psychology can select from among several concentrations that are designed to lead to licensure in the State of Tennessee or that lead to non-licensure degrees.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
The Department offers admission to applicants who appear to have the highest potential for graduate study and who have the disposition to be successful in their concentration. The minimum admission requirements are:
Satisfying minimal standards, however, does not guarantee your admission. Admission decisions are based on departmental review, using a combination of factors, including an interview to evaluate dispositions for professionals in the chosen concentration.
Students may be admitted with provisional status if they do not meet all of the criteria above but do meet the minimum requirements of the graduate school and are approved for provisional status by the departmental admissions committee. Provisional status will limit students to a maximum of nine (9) hours before the departmental admissions committee makes a recommendation for full admission. To advance from provisional to full admission a student must earn a 3.0 GPA on the nine (9) semester hours of graduate study in the concentration and be approved by the departmental admissions committee.
EVIDENCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
All applicants from countries in which the official language is not English are required to submit evidence of proficiency in English equivalent to level 18 in FLS.
Students pursuing graduate study in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction have the option of three (3) types of programs leading to the Master of Arts degree: 1) licensure; 2) non-licensure; and 3) post-baccalaureate. The following are the concentrations available:
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Curriculum
Early Childhood Education
Educational Technology
Elementary Education
Family and Consumer Sciences
Library Science
Literacy
Music
Secondary Education
Special Education
STEM Education
The following concentrations are available in an online format:
Applied Behavior Analysis; MA/EdS
Curriculum; MA/EdS
Early Childhood; MA/EdS
Educational Technology; MA/EdS
Elementary Education; MA/EdS
Exercise Science; EdS
Family and Consumer Science; MA/EdS
Literacy; MA/EdS
Special Education; MA/EdS
M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Admissions Requirements
Students pursuing graduate study in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction have the option of three (3) types of programs leading to the Master of Arts degree. Licensure programs are those that require a teaching license for full admission and may lead to additional licensing. The non-licensure degree-granting programs do not necessarily require a teaching license for full admission nor do they lead to licensing. The postbaccalaureate program is for those whose undergraduate area is outside education or for those that do not have a teaching license but wish to become licensed.
FLIGHT PATH ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION IN FULL STANDING (LICENSURE, NON-LICENSURE, AND POST-BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS):
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION IN PROVISIONAL STANDING (LICENSURE, NON-LICENSURE, AND POST-BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS):
Provisional status is subject to the College of Graduate Studies guidelines.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (LICENSURE, NON-LICENSURE, AND POST-BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS):
International applicants must also meet the English Language Requirement by providing FLS Level 18 and test results on one (1) of the following:
Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Wellness
The department offers an online Master of Arts degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education & Wellness, with areas of concentration in elementary/middle school physical education, fitness and lifetime wellness, adapted physical education, and sport management. Candidates complete comprehensive exams online through the required Tk20 student account, eliminating the need for any Master of Arts student to ever have to come to campus.
The following are brief descriptions of each of the concentrations:
Adapted Physical Education - Typically, this concentration provides current practitioners with coursework, theory
and practice to effectively lead physical education programs for individuals with
special needs.
Elementary and Middle School Physical Education - This concentration is designed for students who have a current Tennessee teaching
license who either want to enhance their pedagogical knowledge and/or gain background
knowledge in physical education in preparation to sit for the physical education PRAXIS
exam in seeking the physical education endorsement on the Tennessee teaching license.
Fitness and Lifetime Wellness - Students who are interested in health, wellness and/or performance aspects of physical
activity and training will be interested in this concentration. The main focus is
on practical application rather than clinical rehabilitation.
Sport Management - Anyone wanting to work as an administrator in various positions within the sports
industry will be interested in this concentration.
Teacher Licensure Option - Students who wish to pursue obtaining an initial Tennessee teaching license in
physical education and health will declare elementary and middle school physical education
in the Master of Arts program but must also consult with the Office of Teacher Education
for admission to the teacher education program and addition 20 hours of directed coursework.
Any candidate wanting to pursue the teaching license must communicate directly with
the Office of Teacher Education during the first semester as a Master of Arts student
to be on track for timely completion of the teacher licensure option.
Exercise Science, Physical Education and Wellness
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DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for admission to the M.A. in Exercise Science are expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program. There is no restriction on undergraduate program of study. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following and will be evaluated by the graduate faculty in the department.
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criteria, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or deny admission. Provisional Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission or upon departmental review.
BA/MA Fast Track Program
The Fast Track program is designed to enable Tennessee Tech College of Education undergraduates
to accumulate up to six (6) credit hours of graduate coursework, to satisfy both undergraduate
and graduate degree requirements, while still pursuing their undergraduate degree.
The coursework would enable an efficient graduate program transition with the potential
for accelerated completion. The courses must be taken at Tennessee Tech University.
The minimum admissions requirements for participating in the Exercise Science Fast Track program are:
Fast Track program participants should consult with the undergraduate and graduate advisors regarding enrollment in the appropriate courses and must earn a minimum grade of "B" in the identified courses to apply them to their MA program of study.
Courses to be included in the Fast Track program include:
Dual Listed:
EXPW 4520/5520, Adapted Physical Education and Sport
EXPW 4730/5730, Assessment in Exercise Science
EXPW 4440/5440, Exercise Physiology
EXPW 4043,5052, Health Promotion
Courses listed at the 5000 level will include additional graduate coursework and a culminating project.
Graduate:
EXPW 6140, Assessment and Strategies for Adapted Physical Education
EXPW 6240, Assessment in Sport, Physical Education and Wellness
EXPW 6440, Physiology of Exercise
EXPW 6042, Health Promotions
In addition to requirements for admission to the Fast Track BA/MA program, all requirements to the College of Graduate Studies must also be met upon graduation. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the graduate program.
The Instructional Leadership (INSL) online program prepares graduate candidates seeking licensure for positions as school administrators in the state of Tennessee.
ADMISSION PROCESS FOR TENNESSEE TECH'S INITIAL LICENSE INSL PROGRAM
Requirement for the INSL admissions process | INSL Prospective Candidate Form |
PORTFOLIO CONTENTS
M.A. (EDIL) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TENNESSEE TECH GRADUATE SCHOOL
Degree Program Completion: Requires submission of passing score on State Licensing Exam for TN Learning Centered Leadership System.
The MS program’s technical content and research component prepares the individual to enter the profession with advanced engineering skills.
Graduate students pursuing the MS degree develop a program of study tailored to their objectives and complete a master’s thesis. Research topics in the areas of electric field-based processes and systems, biological engineering processes and systems, molecularly-based engineered materials and interfacial systems, and computational mathematics are among those available.
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An applicant for admission to any of the MS programs offered by the departments of the College of Engineering is expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program, or its equivalent. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criterion, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or Special Standing, or deny admission. Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission.
The goal of the MS program is to provide the strong academic programs necessary to prepare students to become educated members of society who can join and make significant contributions to the civil engineering profession.
This is accomplished by allowing MS graduate students to specialize in specific engineering topics through advanced and in-depth studies in these topics; by providing guidance to students in fundamental and applied research; by helping them to develop powers of analysis, synthesis and critical thinking; and by preparing outstanding graduate students to continue academic and research careers through doctoral-level studies.
The department offers the Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with concentrations in environmental engineering, structural engineering, and transportation engineering.
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An applicant for admission to any of the MS programs offered by the departments of the College of Engineering is expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program, or its equivalent. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criterion, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or Special Standing, or deny admission. Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission.
The Department of Computer Science offers advanced studies leading to the Master of Science degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Internet-Based Computing. Our M.S. degree program in computer science is driven by two (2) distinct needs, fueled by the growth in technological companies and jobs in the middle Tennessee and Upper Cumberland regions. These include:
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An applicant for admission to any of the MS programs offered by the departments of the College of Engineering is expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program, or its equivalent. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criterion, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or Special Standing, or deny admission. Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission.
Electrical & Computer Engineering
The goals of the MS program are to prepare graduates with advanced engineering and research skills and state-of-the-art knowledge in selected areas for positions in industry and for advanced studies towards the Ph.D. The MS-ECE degree program can be pursued with either a thesis option or a non-thesis option.
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An applicant for admission to any of the MS programs offered by the departments of the College of Engineering is expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program, or its equivalent. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criterion, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or Special Standing, or deny admission. Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission.
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
The Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) is an interdisciplinary program offered collaboratively by the College of Business and the College of Engineering. This program is 100% online. The degree is designed to provide early-career engineering and related technical professionals with leadership and management knowledge, skills, and tools for advancing their job performance and the performance of the organizations that employ them. The focus of the program is on the management of technology based projects and technical people and organizations, and the goal is to combine the application of business theory with the best practices in engineering. The program content is applicable to technical professionals in state and federal agencies, small businesses, and large corporations. Academic components of the program include the applicable and appropriate use of a variety of quantitative tools for decision making, the effective supervision of organizational personnel, and project and process management, including but not limited to risk management, resource allocation, and systems engineering. Courses are taught by expert faculty in both related fields.
The MS in Engineering Management is a cohort program that is 100% online. Admission into the program normally takes place in the fall semester. Spring and summer admission is limited based upon course offerings. Admissions Requirements include:
Admission to the MS in Engineering Management program is decided based on a multiparameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Courses:
The following courses are required for the MS in Engineering Management:
Business Core:
Accounting 6010- Accounting Information for Management Decisions (3)
BMGT 6200 - Organizational Leadership (3)
FIN 6020 - Financial Management (3)
MKT 6100 - Strategic Marketing (3)
Engineering Core:
CEE 6200 - Statistical Inference for Engineers (3)
EMGT 6100 - Introduction to Project Management (3)
EMGT 6210 - Project Management 1 (3)
EMGT 6220 - Project Management 2 (3)
EMGT 6230 - Project Management 3 (3)
EMGT 6300 - Decision Analysis (3)
EMGT 6900 - Professional Project (3)
Total Hours: 33
Participation in graduate education is consistent with the Mechanical Engineering Department’s goals and objectives which are:
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An applicant for admission to any of the MS programs offered by the departments of the College of Engineering is expected to have earned a BS degree from an approved program, or its equivalent. Admission is decided based on a multi-parameter criterion that can include the following items to be evaluated by the department:
Based on the level of satisfaction of the above criterion, the department will either recommend admission to Full Standing, Provisional Standing, or Special Standing, or deny admission. Standing status may be changed to Full Standing after the student satisfies the requirements specified by the department at the time of admission.
Population growth, pollution, and limited natural resources, result in increasingly topical environmental issues. The Professional Science Master’s with a concentration in Environmental Informatics degree program effectively prepares you for a career dedicated to sustaining Earth’s resources for future generations.
There are increasing numbers of career opportunities for professionals with this degree. Environmental scientists and technicians are required to meet increasing demands placed on companies as worldwide awareness of environmentalism increases. Statistics show many professionals in this field will soon be retiring, leaving space for the next generation of environmentalists
Offered through the College of Interdisciplinary Studies
*Applicants that have baccalaureate degrees in a closely related field will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may be admitted to full standing upon completion of identified background courses.
Master of Professional Studies
The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) – This graduate professional studies degree consists of 30 hours of interdisciplinary coursework. This degree is available in several concentration areas and offers students the chance to complete a graduate certificate within each of the concentration areas:
Healthcare Administration—provides the healthcare professional with leadership and strategic management tools to lead and serve one of the nation’s largest service industries. The focus of the program is to provide the healthcare professional with the opportunity to develop important skills in healthcare, leadership, finance, informatics, research and administration in the various components of healthcare delivery systems that include hospitals, nursing homes, group medical practices, personal care homes, retirement centers, health maintenance organizations, medical sales, and insurance companies. A graduate certificate is available in Healthcare Informatics for the Healthcare Administration students.
Human Resources Leadership—prepares you for a leadership role in the area of human resources. The interdisciplinary approach is appropriate because of the many skills and knowledge areas that are needed for success in this field.
Public Safety—provides the public safety professional with leadership and strategic management tools to lead and serve in one of the nations growing professions.
Strategic Leadership—prepares you to lead in today’s rapidly changing professional environment. The interdisciplinary approach focuses on the areas of leadership, communication, strategic planning and assessment, organizational structure and research/data analysis.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)—prepares you to meet an ongoing demand for both initial preparation and continuing education for individuals who plan to teach or a currently teaching English as a second/foreign language in various educational settings.
Training and Development—equips leaders for the growing and evolving field of workplace learning and performance. The program will prepare you to manage, deliver and assess on-site performance-based training, instructional design, and address the needs of human resource managers and other professionals who are increasingly relying on technology to deliver workforce education.
Corporate Communication - prepares you to excel in the fast-paced professional environment that surrounds the communication field. This program strengthens the corporate leader in developing organizational and interpersonal communication skills and leadership skills.
Media and Strategic Communication - prepares you to lead in the exciting field are of media and communication. The professional will acquire skills in the area of event planning and promotion, public relations, marketing, and other key communication areas.
In addition, the MPS program offers a 15 hour Graduate Certificate within each concentration area allowing students to achieve an additional milestone en route to their degree.
Admissions Requirements Applicable to All MPS Concentrations
For Full Standing:
The minimum admission requirements are:
And, applicants must meet one of the following conditions:
The portfolio is to include:
Other items that an applicant may include in the portfolio include a description of professional responsibilities, professional achievements and professional awards/recognition's. The portfolio material must be submitted as a packet, not mailed separately.
International students must meet English language proficiency requirements by providing a TOEFL score. Minimum IBT of 71 or an approved equivalent exam and equivalent scores. International applicants with an IBT below 79 must complete 6 hours of grammar/reading/communication course work. The 6 hours are in addition to the 30 hours required for the Master's degree.
Satisfying minimal standards, however, does not guarantee your admission. Admission decisions are based on departmental review, using a combination of factors including an interview to evaluate dispositions for professionals in the chosen concentration.
Students may be admitted with provisional status if they do not meet all of the criteria above but do meet the minimum requirements of the graduate school and are approved for provisional status by the departmental admissions committee. Provisional status will limit students to a maximum of 9 hours before the departmental admissions committee makes a recommendation for full admission. To advance from provisional to full admission a student must earn a 3.0 GPA on the 9 hours of graduate study in the concentration and be approved by the departmental admissions committee.
Note: All international students who attend TTU, who are enrolled on the Department of Homeland Securities F-1 or J-1 visa status must complete all midterm and final exams in a proctored setting on the Tennessee Tech University campus in Cookeville, TN.
MPS Concentration Areas:
Corporate Communication
Media and Strategic Communication
TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
The Master of Science in Nursing Degree (MSN) is delivered following the standard protocol established for the delivery of online courses and programs. This program will prepare nurses to:
The purposes of the MSN Program are:
Master of Science in Nursing
State and federal laws require colleges and universities to be authorized to offer online degree programs in states other than their own. Click here to see if your state is listed for Tennessee. States must have a date in the ‘Approved as SARA State’ before the applicants are eligible for the program. If you do not see your state listed, you will be unable to enroll in any online programs offered by Tennessee Tech.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students Outside of Tennessee: Only residents of states approved by NC-SARA may apply for online courses. Please check and confirm that your state is eligible before applying.
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