Ana G. Méndez University- Virtual Campus - … · 4 Graduate Catalog Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual Campus Welcome The Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus (AGMU-VC) is

Ana G. Méndez University- Virtual Campus - Catalogo de Graduado

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General InformationThe students are responsible for reading and understanding the policies and regulations as well as the general requirements for degrees, academic distinctions and any other content that may affect them.

The information, policies and program requirements contained in this catalog are subject to continuous review and change without notice. All updates will be posted on the University Web portal.

This catalog is published in English by Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus, 5601 5 Semoran Blvd. Suite 53Orlando Florida, 32822

Statement Of Non Discrimination PoliciesThe Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, place of birth, social status, marital status, political ideas or religious beliefs in its programs and activities.

A description of the disability services, auxiliary aids and the procedures for filling a grievance regarding disability or discrimination issues are available in the Student Handbook.

The information included in this catalog is subject to change.

Disclosure: Other languages courses Completing a course or program in a language other than English may reduce employability where English is required.

Copyright © 2011 Ana G. Mendez University System. All rights reserved

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WelcomeThe Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus (AGMU-VC) is a project that was developed with the main goal of contributing a more accessible means of education to societies within and outside of Puerto Rico. In a new century that began presenting

huge intellectual, economic and scientific challenges for human beings, education is one path that men and women can

take to evolve in the world in an assertive manner.

Therefore, the academic offering proposed by the AGMU-VC is innovative and varied. It promotes the incursion into academic subjects with an international focus in the world of business and finance through five master degrees in Business Administration, as well as in subjects that are particularly in demand such as Education in English as a Second Language and Environmental Sciences. Also, using emerging technological tools, it expects to bring education to the

palm of students’ hands thereby having them participate in a process of transformation of their environment through acquired knowledge and developed skills. To all those that are prepared to assume this responsibility and become part of this educational project, the AGMU-VC gives you the warmest welcome.

Migdalia Torres Rivera, Ph.D.Chancellor

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusTable of Contents

General Information .....................................................................................................................................Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................Table of Contents .........................................................................................................................................University Description .................................................................................................................................

• Purpose .................................................................................................................................................• Institutional Objective ............................................................................................................................

Mission and Vision Statements ...................................................................................................................Governance ...................................................................................................................................................Administration ..............................................................................................................................................Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................................Technology Requirements ...........................................................................................................................Financial Aid .................................................................................................................................................Registration and Other Related Procedures ..............................................................................................

• Pre-registration ......................................................................................................................................• Registration ...........................................................................................................................................• Late Registration ...................................................................................................................................• Classification of Students ......................................................................................................................• Graduate Students ................................................................................................................................• Special Conditions and Regulations ......................................................................................................• Withdrawals ...........................................................................................................................................• Changes in Name, Address or Social Security Number ........................................................................• Class Attendance ...................................................................................................................................• Student Evaluation Procedures .............................................................................................................• Grading System .....................................................................................................................................• Repetition of Courses ............................................................................................................................• Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress .....................................................................................• Attempted Credits ..................................................................................................................................• Approved Credits ...................................................................................................................................• Required Credits and Retention Index per Program .............................................................................• Veteran Services ...................................................................................................................................• Veterans Required Credits and Minimum Index Required ....................................................................• Student Academic Status ......................................................................................................................• Grade Reports .......................................................................................................................................• Incomplete Courses ...............................................................................................................................• Student Suspension For Academic Reasons ........................................................................................• Academic Probation ..............................................................................................................................• Minimum Grade Average Required for Readmission ............................................................................• Family Rights and Privacy Act Information Statement ...........................................................................• Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act .................................................................................• Law 186 (Law that Prohibits the use of Social Security number as ID number.) ...................................• Graduation Requirements .....................................................................................................................• Tuition, Fees And Related Information ..................................................................................................• Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP) ....................................................................................................• Clear Statement .....................................................................................................................................• Invoices .................................................................................................................................................• Adjustments And Refunds For Active And New Students ......................................................................

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• Students Services .................................................................................................................................• Institutional Response Time Frame to Student .................................................................................• Quality of Life and Wellness .............................................................................................................• Student Organizations ......................................................................................................................• Bookstore .........................................................................................................................................• University Policies ............................................................................................................................

• Maximum number of Students Enrolled per Session ...................................................................• Overview of online Educational Delivery System ..................................................................................• AGMU - VC Instructional Design Activity, Interaction, Subject-Object, Technique and Tools ...............

Academic Calendar.......................................................................................................................................Academic Programs

• Master of Business Administration ........................................................................................................• Specialization in Management ..........................................................................................................• Master of Education ..........................................................................................................................• Specialization in English as a Second Language .............................................................................

• Master of Environmental Science .........................................................................................................• Specialization in Environmental Planning .........................................................................................

Course Descriptions ....................................................................................................................................Faculty Credentials ......................................................................................................................................

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PurposeAna G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus

(AGMU-VC) will be the fourth, and first distance education institution, of the Ana G. Méndez University System (AGMUS). It will work under the strategic plan known as AGMUS Vision 2015 which states the following: “Towards 2015 Ana G. Méndez University System (AGMUS) will be recognized as an institution of excellence in education, research and service, with great responsibility and community appropriateness with a growing global projection. AGMUS will stand out as the fundamental community of ideas of our country, serving a venue for the deliberation and formulation of solutions that will satisfy the needs and development of Puerto Rico, and the World.

AGMUS will be characterized as a transforming entity, one of constant innovation and great financial strength, centered in the human being as the fundamental purpose and active source, making effective use of its technological, physical, and management resources in support of its mission and of its qualitative development”.

Ana G. Méndez University System and its institutions, within them AGMU-VC, will run all their operations, actions and initiatives of academic, student and administrative development, in application and strict implementation of the following institutional values as rules and parameters of organizational conduct:

» Excellence: as the highest ambition in all its affairs related to education, research and service.

» Freedom: of ideas and expressions as the fundamental structure of the search and diffusion of knowledge.

» Respect: for diversity and dignity of the human being. » Integrity: in all its actions as an educational entity. » Equity: acknowledge the value of education as an

instrument to access better opportunities and develop the full potential of the human being.

» Innovation: continuously guaranteeing the relevance of its programs and services.

» Social Responsibility: towards the needs of the community, the country and humanity of which we are part.

AGMUS has been recognized as a higher education

institution that has brought about leadership in the integration of new technologies to the instructional component, directed towards the development of distance education. Dr. Eloy Recio Ferreras supports this statement in his book, titled “Presence in Distance Education” by arguing that “…this institution (and its three universities) has been the pioneer in the use of technology as a learning tool.” AGMUS has integrated the use of technology to its instructional methodology since the 70’s, through the conception of External University Education System (SEDUE, by its Spanish acronym) in 1977 and the Televised Studies Center (CET, by its Spanish acronym) in 1978. The element that distinguishes CET was the team of course developers assembled by content experts, designers, script writers, educational consultants and production crew.

WMTJ-Channel 40 was created in 1985, the first and only educational television station on the island licensed to a local University. WQTO – Channel 26 was established in 1986 to cover the southwest part of the island. Another pioneering alternative in Puerto Rico emerges from AGMUS as interactive television, the first Interactive Television Fixed Service (ITFS), recently renamed Educational Broadband Service (EBS). The one and only transmitting network of closed circuit microwaves, that covers 95% of the island, including the Municipalities of Vieques and Culebra.

The acknowledgement of AGMUS leadership has lived through time. Dr. Juan Meléndez points out in his book, “The Power of Distance Education”, that “presently, the Ana G. Méndez University System is one of the largest institutions of distance education in Puerto Rico”. AGMUS is following its 2015 vision of advanced technologies and global reach. In 2001, the institution acquired Blackboard as the official course management system for the development of Web – based distance education. AGMU-VC is an institutional entity dedicated particularly to the development, offering and management of distance academic programs at

University Description

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusUniversity Description

the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as other educational projects and distance education initiatives. In addition, the AGMU-VC has the faculty to offer programs, courses and certifications through continuing education, in the distance mode. The Institution acknowledges that distance education is the educational alternative planned for the design of interactive, dynamic and social learning environments, available 24/7, aimed at a student population that is diverse, massive and dispersed. The educational mode is mediated by the information and telecommunication technologies, traditional and innovative, that contribute to the construction of knowledge and the exchange of information through new methods of synchronous and asynchronous interactivity. AGMU-VC is equipped with the technological infrastructure and has the responsibility of training faculty members, certify them as distance educators and manage the publication of online courses. The professional development process of certifying a faculty member as distance educator combines a sequence of workshops addressed to enhance learning concepts and skills development required to work as instructor of an online distance education course.

Institutional Objectives1. Promote the improvement of the academic

profile among the existing faculty through research projects, workshops, discussion board participation in local and global activities.

2. Promote the implementation of the educational model throughout the university’s community.

3. Institutionalize the evaluation model for all the academic programs offered through distance education.

4. Design curricula addressing the development of the student through the promotion of experiences that construct and strengthen knowledge, abilities and values, related to self improvement and successful accomplishments in the real field of work.

5. Define an instructional teaching- learning model in concurrence with the technological innovations and integral development of the life long learning process for the student.

6. Monitor the compliance of The Equal Opportunity Policy and student retention to contribute to

the academic accomplishments and successful fulfillment of the student through academic support, counseling, tutoring and instructional material.

7. Have the academic personnel available to offer services of quality to the student to enhance personal and professional development.

8. Guide the efforts of the administrative personnel to the task of molding students of high competitive characteristics that will be able to contribute to the moral, social and economic development of their country and the world.

9. Offer viable access to the technological resources of the institution.

10. Promotion of the development of community projects, social services and continuing education programs within the academic community, that contribute to improve the professional quality and the cultural levels of the well being of the population.

11. Establish strategies that allow society in general to reach reliable information and enough programs, products, results, accomplishments and institutional activities to make use of the different media and delivery modes.

12. Be updated about the new technologies and assure the hiring of human resources which make possible the continuity of the instructional model.

13. Maintain the library Web system in optimum condition, with the data bases and information resources updated to offer the institution’s educative programs and their majors the best service.

14. Update and align, complete and wholly, the general regulations and particular rules of the institution with the valid laws and regulations, at a local and international level.

15. Monitor the quality of the planning, management and academic and institutional formalities through evaluation instruments to compile feedback of all university community areas.

16. Guarantee that the institutional processes, academic and administrative information serve the rules and regulations and efficiency criteria, confidentiality and openness.

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MissionThe Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus is recognized as the main institution that is an alternative to traditional education, using emerging technology and an inclusive philosophy of appreciation for the diversity of cultures, that offers bilingual (English and Spanish) academic degrees to promote the holistic formation of the local and international community.

Mission and Vision Statements

VisionThe Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus will be recognized, locally and internationally, as the first Puerto Rican Distance Education University with the highest standards of quality and excellence.

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1. Héctor A. Jiménez Ramírez, MBA, Board Chair

2. Ramiro Millán, MBA, Board Vice Chair

3. José F. Méndez, Dr.h.c. AGMUS President and Board Permanet Member

4. Florabel Mullick, MD, Permanent Member

5. Zoraida Fonalledas, LLM

6. Juan R. Melecio, LLB

7. Félix Rodríguez Schmidt, MD

8. Víctor Hernández, DMD

9. José F. Méndez, Jr., MBA-, Board Permanent Member

10. René A. León, M. Econ

11. Rafael A. Nadal Arcelay, LLM, Board Permanent Member

Governance

The Ana G. Méndez University System is governed by a Board of Directors.

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The administration of the Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus is committed to excellence in academic and student services. The administrators and faculty bring their experience to designing and delivering higher education programs.

StaffChancellorVice-Chancellor of Academic AffairsVice-Chancellor of Administration Vice-Chancellor of Student AffairsRegistrarDirector of Admissions and Financial AidBursar

Academic BoardThe Academic Board of the Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus regulates all academic aspects of the Institution. It recommended relevant regulations regarding faculty, curricula, educational projects and other educational innovations.

Administrative CouncilThe Administrative Council of Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus is the legislative body that establishes the Institutional policy of the college in accordance with the statutes of the Ana G. Méndez University System, as established by its Board of Directors.

Contact InformationThe students are responsible for maintaining contact information accurate and current. The principal mode of official communication from the Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus is via e-mail. The University will provide you with an e-mail address.

External RequestsThe university may disclose education records to authorized agencies according to the FERPA policy.

Administration

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusAdmission Requirements

1. Have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree related to the field for which you are applying.

2. Have an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of no less than 2.75.

3. Submit corresponding application fee with completed application.

4. Submit official transcript from the accredited university where you obtained your bachelor degree.

5. Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from previous professors, counselors, deans, heads of departments, supervisors, or persons in a position to write this recommendation.

6. Provide proof of the results of a graduate school entrance exam (such as EXADEP or GRE) or a receipt proving that you are scheduled to take this test.

7. Transfer students must approve at least the last twenty-four (24) credits at the Ana G. Méndez University (AGMU).

8. AGMU allows students to undertake studies towards two (2) master degrees if they are from different programs or from different specializations within the same program.

Admissions Requirements By CategoryNew Students

1. Official transcript from duly accredited institution where you obtained your bachelor degree.

2. Application for admission.3. Results of the EXADEP or GRE exam.4. $25.00 (US Dollars) non-refundable application

fee (personal check or money order made out to the Ana G. Méndez University)

5. Three (3) letters of recommendation. (See form on page 21).

Readmitted Students1. Application for admission.2. $25.00 (US Dollars) non-refundable application


Transfer StudentsNote: You must have successfully completed at least six (6) graduate credits at another accredited institution to apply for admission as a transfer student.

1. Application for Admission.2. $25.00 (US Dollars) non-refundable application


3. Two (2) official transcripts from the institution at which you last completed graduate courses. If more than one institution, please submit an official transcript from each one.

Special Students Students having a master’s degree and who wish to take courses to fulfill a professional requirement or to complete another master’s degree may apply for admission as special students.

The following must be submitted with application form:

1. Official transcript with certification of previous master degree obtained.

2. Non-refundable application fee of $25.00 US dollars (personal check or money order made out to the Ana G. Méndez University).

Visiting (Non-degree) StudentsStudents from other institutions who wish to take courses at the Ana G. Méndez University, but not enroll in a degree program, must submit written authorization from the institution they attend as regular students.

The following must be submitted with application form:

1. Official authorization from home institution.2. Non-refundable application fee of $25.00 US

dollars (personal check or money order made out to the Ana G. Méndez University)

All international students must meet all the requirements for admissions as stated previously, as well as the following additional requirements:

1. Certification of Equivalency of the official transcript of the degrees obtained in high

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school or home institution. This Certification must be done by the Puerto Rico Department of Education.*

2. Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, provided by the Office of Financial Aid.

3. Payment of $15.00 (non-refundable) admissions fee, payable to the Ana G. Méndez University.

4. Copy of the catalog of the university attended in student’s home country.

Ana G. Méndez University have established agreements with AGMUS Institutions and foreing universities to validate the student evaluation process through academic process.

*The student has 45 days to send in transcript. If the student does not meet this deadline, his/her registration will be canceled. The following must be submitted with application form if applying as transfer student:

1. Official transcript of last studies. 2. Certificate of Equivalence from the Academic

Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.3. A copy of the Catalog of the University attended

in the country of origin.4. Financial support document (I-134, Affidavit

of Support) provided by the Admissions and Financial Aid Office.A non-refundable application fee of $25.00 (US Dollars) payable to Ana G. Méndez University.

The Ana G. Mendez University has established agreements with the AGMUS institutions and foreign universities to validate the assessment process through the student’s academic proctors. Notes

» The student has 45 days to deliver the credit transcript; if the student does not comply with this term, his or her registration will be canceled.

» You must have successfully completed at least six (6) graduate credits at another accredited institution to apply for admission as a transfer student.

The applicant to the Masters in Planningmust satisfy in addition, the followingrequirements:

» To own a degree of Bachelor in sciences of some accredited university with nonsmaller an academic index of 2,75.

» To own a degree of Bachelor in any other discipline of some accredited university with nonsmaller an academic index of 2,75, and the following approved credits: mathematics (8), Biology (8), chemistry (8), physics (8) and sciences (3).

» Knowledge in introductory courses of computers (3), economy (3), sociology (6) and statistic (3).

The Admissions Committee reserves the right to recommend the student undergraduate level courses in order to possess the necessary academic skills required in the area applied for graduate-level study.

Student Contact Information Students are responsible for maintaining their contact information at AGMU accurate and current. The University’s main venue for official communication is via e-mail and as such will provide each admitted student with an e-mail account. Access to Student Academic Records The Ana G. Méndez University complies with FERPA policy regarding the disclosure of information contained in student records.Minimum Average Required For Graduate SchoolsThe minimum grade point average (GPA) for admission is 2.75.Admission Deferment Upon request, the Admissions Office may defer admission to the following semester of the same academic year for which admissions was requested.Reserved RightsIn order to safeguard its goals and objectives, the Ana G. Méndez University reserves the right to admit, readmit or enroll any student in any semester, session or class. As such, the University reserves the right to suspend a student temporarily or permanently.

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These requirements refer to minimum computer hard-ware. “Recommended” settings must be satisfied or exceeded. “Minimum requirements” are meant for basic use of Blackboard. If any additional plug-in soft-ware applications are required, it is important to check with the appropriate vendors as the “minimum require-ments” may change.

Recommended Requirements•Operating System: Windows XP, Vista (32 & 64 bit), 7 (32 & 64 bit)•Processor Speed/Type: 800 MHz Intel Pentium III processor, or equivalent/better•CPU Memory: 256 MB of RAM•Monitor Resolution: 1024 x 768•Internet Connection: Any high-speed connection (e.g. Cable Broadband or DSL)•Free Hard Disk Space: 500 Mb or greater•Audio (Sound) Card: 24-bit sound card•Video Card: 64 MB VRAM with True Color (24-bit or 32-bit)•Webcam

Minimum Requirements•Operating System: XP•Processor Speed/Type: 400 MHz Intel Pentium II processor, or equivalent•CPU Memory: 64 MB of RAM•Monitor Resolution: 800 x 600•Internet Connection: 56 kbps Dialup Modem•Free Hard Disk Space: 50 Mb•Audio (Sound) Card: 16-bit sound card

•Video Card: 16 MB VRAM with 65,000 colors or 16-

bit

•Webcam

Internet Connection

Online courses may require students to download/

upload large files and also streaming audio and video,

which require faster connection speeds. To function

properly, Blackboard requires a high speed internet

connection (DSL, cable).

Browser Plug-ins:

•Acrobat Reader: Needed to plug in and see docu-

ments in pdf format.

•Flash: Placer or producer, it reproduces swf files.

•Java: It is a programming language and computing

platform that is used to make software. Blackboard

needs Java to enable the Chat, Virtual Classroom

and other useful tools.

•QuickTime: This plug in allows for watching videos

and QuickTime VR in the browser.

•Microsoft Media Player: This software is used to

watch videos in the Internet and it appears in all com-

puters that work with Windows operating system by

default (Windows XP, 2008, Windows Vista, Windows

There are versions for Macintosh users. Videos are

watched by streaming.

Virus Protection:

•Antivirus: This software detects and eliminates virus-

es in a fast and easy way. They are available through

Internet. Some antivirus programs are Norton, Panda

and McAfee.

Software:

•Software compatible with MS Office 2010 and above

•Real Player: This software is for watching videos with

.rm format.

•Win Zip or similar: This software compresses files with

the purpose of occupying less space in your hard disk.

It is very useful for transferring heavy files because it

reduces the time of download and upload of files.

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusFinancial Aid

Available Financial AidThe free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov) - constitutes the base for federal programs for student financial aid.

The Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) - money that the students take as a loan to pay study costs. This money is returned to the lender when the student discontinues studies or drops studies completely.

Private Loan – that which a student applies for when he or she doesn’t qualify for a subsidized student loan. (FFELP).

Private Loan Requirements1. To be registered for at least part time. (At least 3 credits)2. To be a United States citizen or permanent resident.3. Students can apply for a private loan with a co-signer which meets the bank credit requirements

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The Registrar’s Office is responsible for the maintenance of all official academic student records and for issuing transcripts, certifications, registration, diplomas and graduation certificates, as well as submitting or mailing the grade reports to students. Pre-registrationPre-registration is the process by which active students have the opportunity to select the courses for which they will officially register during the registration process. The pre-registration period takes place during the second semester.

RegistrationThe Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs determines the registration procedures.

Candidates for admission will not be able to register until they have received an official statement of admission. Detailed information explaining the registration procedures will be distributed in advance. Students are required to register on the dates for their respective groups according to the registration schedule announced by the University.

Late Registration Late registration will be held, if possible, before classes officially begin. Students who do not go through the pre-registration process, or who fail to attend registration on the assigned date, may register during the late registration period, provided there is space in the course sections they select. No student will be able to register after the period determined for late registration. After the registration period, all courses will become a permanent part of the student’s record. Students may ask the Registrar to cancel their registration by filling out the appropriate cancellation request forms and turning them in at the Registrar’s Office before the first day of class. Registration is not complete until the student has:

1. Paid all charges and fees required by the Office of the Bursar.

2. Delivered and completed all documents requested by the Institution at admission.

Classification of StudentsA. By credit -hours enrolled

1. Full time Students – Those who have fulfilled the admissions requirements of the Institution and are carrying a program of six or more credit hours per semester in a program leading to a degree, diploma or certificate.

2. Part time Students – Those who have fulfilled the admissions requirements of the University and enrolled in a program leading to a degree, diploma or certificate, but who are carrying three to five credit hours of work per semester.

3. Less than half time- Those who have fulfilled the admission requirements of the University and enrolled in a program leading to a degree, diploma or certificate but who are carrying two credit hours of work per semester.

B. By credit hours leading to a degreeGraduate student

1. First-year Students - Those who have a completed minimum of 3 to 12 credit hours at the University.

2. Second-year Students - Those who have completed a minimum of 13 to 24 credit hours at the University.

3. Third-year Students - Those who have completed a 25 or more credit hours at the University.

C. By grade-point average (See Student Academic Status section)

1. Students on Academic Probation 2. Students on Academic Suspension

D. By type of admission1. Special Students - Those students who come to

the University with a written authorization from the institution or university they attend as regular students, or any others who take courses not leading to a degree.

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2. Readmission Students - Those students who have interrupted their studies for at least one semester and wish to continue studying.

3. Transfer Students - Those active or former students of an accredited post-secondary Institution.

4. Transitory Students- Those students who come to the Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus with authorization from the institution or university they attend as regular students to take courses not leading to a degree.

Special Conditions and Regulations1. Students who have registered with the maximum

academic load permitted and need three more credits to complete the graduation requirements in the same semester will be allowed to take three additional credits with the authorization from the appropriate Dean of the School.

2. No student may have an academic load greater than six (6) credits. An academic load greater than six (6) credits will be permitted for students that are graduation candidates for the summer and that have been authorized by the appropriate Dean. This academic load may not be greater than three (3) credits.

3. All students will be given a reasonable time to graduate or complete their selected concentration. However, the University discourages professional students and will reserve the right to admit, readmit or register any student in any semester, session or class. For the same reasons, the University reserves the right to suspend a student temporarily or permanently.

4. Changes in Programs or SchedulesA student may change his/her program of study in accordance with the following rules:a. The student must have the consent of the

advisor in order to be processed by the Registrar’s Office.

b. The Institution will make every reasonable effort to offer courses as announced, but it reserves the right to change the time schedule or to withdraw a course or courses.

5. Relocation of Students At the end of the period for late registration the

Registrar may relocate students where elimination or re-scheduling of courses has taken place. Changes of courses will be allowed with the recommendation of the Dean of the School. Such changes should take place on the dates appointed for such purposes in the academic calendar.

Withdrawals1. Total or partial withdrawals are allowed during

a part of term or summer session as specified in the academic calendar, with the consent of the advisor, in order to be processed by the Registrar’s Office.

2. Any student who is officially registered, and completes the required procedure for withdrawal, will receive a withdrawal (W) grade.

3. Any student, who fails to complete the required procedure for dropping a course before the stipulated date and whose absences exceed the maximum allowed, will receive a withdrawal failure (WF) grade.

4. Total withdrawal is allowed at any moment before the last day of classes in the semester or summer session, with the consent of the advisor.

5. Total withdrawal is considered in the case of a registered student who drops 100% of his total course load. This does not include the two summer sessions.

6. The deadline for voluntary total withdrawals is the day when classes end.

7. The institution reserves the right to require a student to withdraw from any course or from the University, temporarily, for any of the following reasons:a. Possibility of hazard to the health of the student

or that of other students, if enrollment were continued.

b. Refusal to obey regulations or serious misconduct on the part of the student.

c. Deficient academic work (below required scholastic standards).

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obligations will not receive graduation certificates, transcripts or diplomas.

Changes in Name, Address or Social Security NumberStudents should notify the Registrar’s Office of any change of address. The same procedure should be followed with corrections or changes in the names or social security numbers of students. In these cases, the students should present evidence of the names or Social Security changes. Class Attendance

1. Class attendance is mandatory. The students will be responsible for work missed.

2. If a student enrolled in a course never attends each and any class, the professor will identify him/her as a non-attending student (N/A). The Registrar’s Office will then adjudicate a withdrawal for non-attendance (WN). Adjustments in Financial Aid benefits or total cancellation of Financial Aid and the payment of 1/3 of the total cost of enrollment, as pertinent, will also be in effect.

3. Those students whose absences exceed the minimum allowed and do not have authorization from the professor, or have not processed an official withdrawal, will receive a “WF” classification as penalty. This classification has a value of 0 and affects the grade point average.

Student Evaluation Procedures1. Graduate students must have at least one partial

exam and one final exam.Note:Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus has established agreements with the AGMUS institutions (Universidad Metropolitana, Universidad del Turabo y Universidad del Este and their University Centers in Puerto Rico and United States) and foreign universities to validate the student evaluation process through academic proctors.

2. An instructor may grant an opportunity to make up a test or quiz which had been previously announced to any student having a valid excuse.

3. Students must complete any work required for a partial grade before the end of the part of term; otherwise, they will be given a zero (0) for that particular assignment.

4. It is the student’s responsibility to clarify any questions about partial grades before the date scheduled for the final evaluation activity of the course.

Grading System The student evaluation will be established according to the objectives of the course, methods and procedures established by the current academic norms. The following scale shows how the learner will be evaluated.

» The unit of measure for determining the course value is the credit.

» Scholastic standing is indicated by the following letter grades:

» To determine the grade point average the following values will be used, where a course is approved with a minimum of 3.0 point.

A = 4B = 3C = 2D = 1F = 0

» In special cases, the following annotation system will apply:

W = withdrawalWF = excessive unjustified absences from coursesI = student did not complete projects or was absent from final examinationWN = student was enrolled but never attended


A 90-100 4.0B 80-89 3.0C 70-79 2.0D 60-69 1.0F 0-59 0

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P = passedNP = did not passIP = in progress

Repetition of Courses1. The student who needs to repeat a course

because he/she did not approve it, only have one chance to repeat it. He/she must requests authorization to the Dean of Graduate Programs, who is the responsible to grant this authorization.

2. If a student fails in two core courses or if he/she fails two times in the same course, he/she will be suspended for a period equivalent to one semester. At the end of the suspension, the student may be considered for re-admission on probation and he/she must repeat the failed course.

3. After this last chance, if the student fails again in the course, he/she will be dropped automatically and definitely from the Program.

Standards for Satisfactory Academic ProgressSatisfactory Academic Progress will be understood as the status of a student that has maintained the required percentage of credits with the corresponding Grade Point Average.

The purpose of the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress is to corroborate that students approve the credit percentage required, with an accumulated academic index equal or higher to the retention index, according to their program of studies. It also establishes a formal process through which students that are encountering academic difficulties can be identified and the necessary help can be provided.

The student has a right to appeal the institutional determination regarding his/her status if he/she understands that there is academic progress and that the institution’s determination is due to an administrative error or that, during the academic year, a critical situation existed that prevented him/her from obtaining satisfactory academic progress as established by the Institution.

DefinitionsAttempted CreditsAttempted credits are the number of credits of all registered courses, independently of the grades received. This includes accepted transfer credits.

Approved CreditsApproved Credits are the number of credits of all completed courses in which the grades are A, B or P, including transfer credits.

The student should approve the courses according to the Standard of Academic Progress for the type of academic program in which he/she is enrolled. According to the number of accumulated credits and the cumulative academic grade point average, as established in the following tables:


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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusRegistration and other Related Procedures

Required Credits and Retention Index per Program

Master of 33 credits

Accumulated Attempted Credits % Required of Attempted Credits Approved Retention Index Required

1-10 50% 2.5011-20 55% 2.7021-30 60% 2.9031-40 65% 3.0041-50 67% 3.00



1-10 50% 2.5011-21 55% 2.7022-32 60% 2.9033-43 65% 3.0044-54 67% 3.00



1-10 50% 2.5013-24 55% 2.7025-36 60% 2.9037-48 65% 3.0049-59 67% 3.00



1-10 50% 2.5013-24 55% 2.7025-36 60% 2.9037-48 65% 3.0049-63 67% 3.00

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Student Academic StatusThere will be four types of students based on the cumulative academic grade point average: student in progress, student on academic probation, student on academic suspension and student on academic warning.

1. Student in Progress - Those whose grade point average is equal to or greater than the minimum retention grade point average.

2. Student on Academic Probation - Those students wi th a grade point average, earned credit hours, or both, below the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress for this category.

3. Student on Academic Suspension - Those students who have been on extended academic probation and not been able to overcome their

academic deficiencies.4. Academic Warning-Those Students that are at

risk of being classified as Academic Probation or have their f inancial aid suspended due to his/her grade point average or credit hours.

Grade ReportsSemester grade reports will be mailed to each student by the Registrar’s Office at the end of each academic term, summer session or part of term.

The grade point average is obtained by dividing the total number of honor points by the total number of credit hours in which the student has received a final grade, even those where an F or WF is final. The credits taken at the University will be the only ones used to compute the student’s grade point average.

Incomplete Courses

Veterans Services (Only for US citizens) The Veterans Services Office, located at the Registrar’s Office, is primarily directed toward motivating veterans and their dependents so they may effectively exercise their right to an education.

Veterans are assisted in the completion and processing of required documents for the purpose of establishing eligibility, certification of service, and academic progress. These services are offered in close coordination with the Veterans Administration Office of Puerto Rico.

Veterans and their beneficiaries must complete their program of studies within the time established by their curriculum. Veterans that extend their studies beyond the time established by the program cannot continue to receive the Veteran’s benefits. If the student is a recipient of the Pell Grant, he may resort to the 150% additional time, established by the Standard for Satisfactory Academic Progress of the Institution. Veterans should be evaluated utilizing both Veterans benefits and Pell Grant criteria, if they are beneficiaries of these.

Graduate Programs

33-36 Credits Minimum 42 Credits Minimum

Minimum Credits Required Index Required Minimum Credits

Required Index Required

0-12 2.80 0-12 2.7013-24 2.90 13-24 2.8025-36 3.00 25-36 2.90

37-42 3.00

Veterans Required Credits and Minimum Index Required


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1. An annotation of Incomplete will be reported only when a registered student fails to take the final examination, to submit a semester project, and/or is absent from the last two laboratory meetings.

2. Incompletes will be removed after the student completes the required work under the following conditions:a. Within thirty (30) calendar days following the first

day of classes during a second semester, if the incomplete belongs to the first semester, or

b. Within thirty (30) calendar days following the first day of classes during a first semester, if the incomplete belongs to the second semester or to the summer session.

3. It is the student’s responsibility to make all the necessary arrangements with the instructor to remove the incomplete within the specified time.

4. It is the professor’s responsibility to submit to the School a signed list with the names of the students receiving incompletes as well as a copy of the final exam that will be offered to decide the student’s final grade.

5. If a graduate student fails to complete the requirements of any of the thesis courses, an annotation of IP will be reported. Two opportunities to fulfill the requirements of the thesis will be granted.

Student Suspension for Academic ReasonsStudents who fail to meet the academic standards are subject to suspension from the University for one (1) academic year. The student has the right to study one academic year on probation.

Academic ProbationA suspended student may qualify for academic probation if recommended by the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals Committee, upon completion of the following procedure:

1. The student must submit a request for probation to the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals Committee.

2. The Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals

Committee will consider only situations related to students’ personal affairs, economic problems or dysfunctions in family affairs.

3. Graduate students probation period will last two semesters.

4. Students who do not reach the minimum academic average for retention during the probationary period will be suspended. If the student is placed on a second probationary period and again does not meet the minimum academic average for retention, he/she will be permanently suspended.

The decisions reached by the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals Committee will be posted and will be final.

Minimum Grade Average Requiredfor Readmission

1. Readmission to the University will be based on the norms established by the Institution.

2. Readmission to the University must be approved by the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals Committee. As a condition for readmission, graduate students must reach the minimum grade point average required, based on the number of credits in a term of two academic semesters: Otherwise, the student will be dismissed for a period of one academic year. If the student is suspended for a second time, he/she will be permanently dismissed.

3. Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus will not give credit for courses taken by the students at other institutions during the time of their suspension. Students dismissed for academic deficiency cannot be registered.

4. The readmitted students will reinitiate their studies along with the current course sequence at the time of their admission to the Institution.

Family Rights and Privacy Act Information StatementIn accordance with United States Public Law 93-380, FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT, students have the right at Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus to inspect educational records, and


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correct such records if warranted. The law protects students f rom release of information open for inspection and review unless he or she waives this right. The parent(s) of U.S.C.S. s. 152 Internal Revenue Code also has the right to inspect records, which are maintained by the University on behalf of the student.

There are two distinct categories of records: (1) Directory Information Records, (2) Limited Access Records.

(1) Directory Information, which may be made public, includes the student’s name, last known address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student. This information will be released only by the Office of the Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs or a representative after the petitioner has demonstrated a legitimate need to have such information. Students who do not wish release of “directory information” must complete a statement in the Office of the Registrar no later than the last day of each term. Otherwise, directory information may be disclosed by the University for legitimate purposes.

(2) Limited Access Records include the permanent academic records of the student, disciplinary records, financial information, and testing data. This category also includes all records maintained officially by the Institution which do not come under the categories of Directory Information or Sole Possession Records. The Institution will not release information in Limited Access Records except after written permission of the student or parent.

Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security ActThe common intention of the three major parts of this 1990 Act is to enhance the choice of the potential consumer, the postsecondary student, by reporting statistics about the “performance” of higher education institutions.

» Section 103 covers disclosures about the graduation or completion rate and other

postsecondary outcomes of all students. » Section 104 covers disclosures about the

comparative academic “success” of students who receive financial aid contingent upon participation in intercollegiate sports.

» Section 105 concerns institutional revenues and expenditures for intercollegiate athletic activities.

» Sections 203 and 204 concern disclosures, reports, and publications about campus security policies and crime statistics.

Compliance with all of the Act’s disclosure provisions becomes an additional criterion for institutional eligibility to participate in federal student aid programs.

Law 186(Only for US citizens and residents) Law 186 of September 1, 2006, better known as the Law that Prohibits the Use of the Social Security Number as Identification in public and private education institutions.

This law was created to prohibit the use of the Social Security number as identification in public and private education institutions for students of any level or grade, including university studies, to establish rules of the use of this information in these institutions, support the Puerto Rico Council for Higher Education and General Council of Education to apply administrative sanctions for the violation of the rules and regulations and establish a period of time to comply.

The Family and Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) 20 USC 1232g, establishes that all schools and universities can relay information, without the consent of the student or parents, if the information is in the directory and is composed of the student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors, awards and years attending the school. The school must inform the student about the information included in the directory and give them a reasonable period of time for the person to authorize, or not, the relay of this information. This Federal Law establishes the gender and Social Security number of the student within the confidential information.


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The Social Security number will not be requested from the student for taking tests, presentation of projects, and any other purpose that is not related to affairs with a legitimate reason like the registration process, loan application or financial aid, transcripts or any application of a government agency, Puerto Rico Council of Higher Education or a court order. The notification of the information is necessary to the student and the authorization of the student and/or refusal of the protection of the law, in writing and signed by the parents, legal guardian or student, before providing and using the Social Security number of the student.

The Social Security number is confidential information. The faculty is required to ask authorization, in writing, from the student before using the Social Security number as information. This number will not be used for identification purposes of the institution. The alternate code will be used for identification purposes of the students.

If a document that contains the social security number is published, outside the academic confidentiality context, it should be edited so the information will be partially illegible, without altering the document.The protection of this Law can be refused in a voluntary manner by students 21 years of age or older or legally emancipated, custodial parents in custody and in the minor’s best interest, with authorization in writing. Refusal of the protection of the Law can not be established as registering, graduation, transcription or services use condition. This regulation will not be applied in cases where the Social Security number is necessary or authorized by federal laws and regulations, such as internal identity verification, credit validation, employment, contributions or financial aid, always subject to the institution’s confidentiality agreement.

Graduation RequirementsStudents at AGMU-VC are eligible to receive their degrees after the completion of the following requirements:

1. The candidacy application form, completed by the date established in the academic calendar.

2. Courses at the school of their preference at AGMU-VC. Each school determines the minimum grade required for specialization courses.

3. The prescribed number of credit hours with a grade point average of 3.00 or more.

4. Master Degree students will NOT be required to attend physically, or to have residence credits to be eligible for the degree.

5. Graduation applicants must have satisfied all their financial obligations to the Institution.

6. Graduation applicants will be subject to the rules and graduation requirements in the catalog of the year they expect to graduate. Master degree students must have a grade point average of 4.00 to graduate with honors.

Commencement exercises are held once during the academic year, at the end of the second semester. Students who fulfilled the requirements for a degree at the end of the first (1st) semester or the summer session must apply for a statement from the Registrar’s Office, confirming the completion of requirements.

Graduates must claim their diplomas at the Registrar’s Office no later than one year after graduation. The Institution will not be responsible for diplomas after that date.

Tuition, Fees And Related InformationTuition and FeesThe Office of the Vice-President of Financial Affairs publishes a circular letter once a year with information about tuition costs for all academic programs and other fees for all institutional services. This circular letter is available at the Bursar’s Office. You could also access our Web page at www.suagm.edu

Average Annual Tuition and Fees $5,420*

* Costs are estimated and are subject to change.

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and supplies, transportation, meals and other personal needs. A variety of financial aid packages are available.Tuition, fees and service charges must be paid in full during registration or at the time services are requested by the students. Payments can be made in cash, or by certified or manager’s checks, money orders, or credit cards such as American Express, Visa or Master Card, debit cards. Receipts for all transactions must be retained, and presented with any claim or adjustment requested. The Bursar’s Office will not accept claims without receipts.

Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP)Students with an outstanding debt balance will not be allowed to take final examinations until such balance is paid in full. The account of any student who does not fulfill his/her obligation of payment will be blocked. After processing the payment in full, each professor will have to receive a notice by electronic mail with the confirmation.

Students who do not comply with this requirement will receive a grade of Incomplete (I) and will be required to pay a $20 (US Dollars) fee in order to remove the grade from the academic record.

Clear StatementStudents with an outstanding debt balance will not be allowed to take final examinations until such balance is paid in full. The account of any student who does not fulfill his/her obligation of payment will be blocked. After processing the payment in full, each professor will have to receive a notice by electronic mail with the confirmation.

Students who do not comply with this requirement wil l receive a grade of Incomplete (I) and will be required to pay a $20 (US Dollars) fee in order to remove the grade from the academic record.

InvoicesThe Bursar’s Office will mail four invoices during the regular semester and two during the summer session. According to the academic semester, the following dates will be established for students who apply for a payment plan: August 31, September 30, October 30, January 31, February 28, March 30.

If the invoice is not received in the mail, it is the student’s responsibility to request it personally from the Bursar’s Office.

Adjustments And Refunds For Active And New Students

Refund PolicyA. Total WithdrawalStudents that totally withdraw from their classes during or before completing 60% of the academic term, will be charged or refunded if applicable, according to the formula* that guides this policy. The formula determines the balance due to the Institution and the corresponding reimbursement, if applicable. Total withdrawal after this period, will make the student responsible for 100% of the term cost.

The amount due or to be reimbursed is determined by dividing the number of days from the beginning of the term up to the total withdrawal date, by the number of days in the corresponding academic term; the percentage will be multiplied by the total cost paid for the term. *Formula Step 1:Number of days Number of days up to the ÷ in the = %withdrawal date academic term (Percentage)

Step 2: Total Cost% (Percentage) x paid for = Balance the term

Financial aid from federal, state or institutional programs accredited to the student’s account that is not used, will be reimbursed to the original program or to the student, as it corresponds. The amount will depend on the total withdrawal date.

An institutional recess of five or more working days will be subtracted from the number of days used to determine the period of study.


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Note: This policy was made in compliance with the dispositions that rule Title IV Financial Aid programs.

B. Partial WithdrawalStudents who partially withdraw during the first three (3) days, starting the first day of classes of each semester, and within the first two days of classes during the summer sessions, will be refunded 88% of tuition costs. After this period, the System will charge 100% tuition costs.

C. Non AttendanceStudents who do not attend their registered courses wi l l be marked N/A by the professors, given an administrative withdrawal, and refunded 88% the cost of the course. The student wil l be held responsible for 12% of the cost, as financial aid programs do not cover it.

Student ServicesInstitutional Response Time Frame to StudentAna G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus provides technical support on a 24/7/365. This service has two dimensions of communication: synchronous and asynchronous. Synchronous communication media as live chats or telephone will be available to offer services on a real time frame, within specific working hours. Out of this time frame the institution will have asynchronous media as e-mail and a Web site where the students will be able to request services at any time. The institution policy is to emit a response within 24 to 48 hours.

Hours of operations for our phone line and chat are from Monday through Friday at 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturdays at 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. E-mail and Web portal will be always available.

Quality of Life and WellnessThe Quality of Life and Wellness Program provides services to promote personal and optimal personal and academic development of the students. The staff offers counseling services and preventive activities which promote healthful styles of life. Our goal is to be a resource to you for any concerns you have while

you are a student at the Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus.

Available services are: » Tutoring - online tutoring is a component to help

students be more successful. For tutoring schedule contact our Web site.

» Workshops - the program offers a variety of delivery modes in the areas of: stress management, procrastination, study skills, personal success and other related areas.

» Students with Special Needs Services - This office provides access and reasonable accommodation for student who have documented disabilities so they can achieve their full educational potential. Integrated Services Coordinator and Counselor will be providing this service.

» Career Guidance - Provides assistance to students with skills they need to perform successful job searches and to assist them to develop and implement job search strategies. The Career Center does not guarantee employment upon attaining a degree, but supports the students with occupational information and trends. You can interact with the Career Center staff by e-mail and telephone.

Student OrganizationsParticipation in student organizations provides opportunities for valuable experiences. Such participation fosters personal growth, encourages understanding, leadership, cooperation and emphasizes the ideals of service, good citizenship and respect for human values.

All student organizations related to the University must apply to the Office of the Vice-President for Student Affairs for registration. A faculty or administrative member assists and advises each registered group. The students can access the policies and procedures to register the organizations at our Web portal.


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Textbooks and required course materials may be purchased through the online university bookstore.

Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus is committed to provide a secure environment for the university community. The institutional policies apply to all students. Some policies may be updated after publication; please refer to our Web portal for current policies and procedures.

Ana G. Méndez University - Virtual Campus establishes as institutional policy that the minimum enrollment for online courses will be 12 students per session and the maximum will be 20 students. The exception to this rule will be scheduled courses for students with research project or thesis in progress. In these cases, the Policy for Allocation of Students to Research will apply.The maximum enrollment for online courses is established according to the courses content, the technology to be used and the technical support that the student needs. Also, to be considered is the time that the professor needs to interact with each student.

The table below shows the types of interactions between the professor and the students, the different techniques that can be used and the technological tools involved in the methodology of online courses.


BOOKSTORE

UNIVERSITY POLICIES

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER SESSION

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Overview of Online Educational Delivery System

The use of technology in higher education is varied and difficult to classify and some components can be used in a variety of overlapping ways. Our institution is strictly online or a virtual campus. These courses are de-signed to be delivered using an educational electronic platform as the Learning Management System (LMS). Courses can be accessed at: http://ecampus.suagm.edu. Students can login to the platform by entering a giv-en username and password. The learner will be able to login from any place with Internet service. Instruction delivery occurs asynchronously in the form of modules following an eight-week term calendar. Similarly, eight (8) modules per course are provided. Each module consists of readings, activities, discussion forum activities, and assignments; all to be completed by a required due date posted on the course calendar. In addition, faculty and students have access to synchronous tools for meetings, office hours and general communications among them.

Course content is presented using different formats including:

The diversity in the course content formats is intended to satisfy the needs of different learning styles, to promote participation in online environments, and to promote the technological development of the learner. Course activities require active participation in discussion boards, exercises, and self-assessments by:

• Power Point Presentations• Multimedia presentations using

• Word Documents• PDF Documents• Videos• Animations• Images & Illustrations

• Flash animations

• Articulate Presenter (audio)• Captivate• Engage• Softchalk

• Explanation of concepts, voluntary information, and answers to questions.• Providing examples of concept applications on work- related situations.• Evaluating concept criteria, principles and theories.• Understanding new ideas, concepts, or principles.

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AGMU - VC Instructional Design Activity, Interaction, Subject-Object, Technique and Tools

Instructional Event Type of Interaction Subject/Object Technique Technological Tools

Grab attention Two-way Professor - StudentPresentation of video clip, Group discussion

Video, Audio, Animation, Discussion forums, Chats

Facilitate browsing Two-way Professor - StudentStudent - Content

Presentation of tutorials

Multimedia application: Captivate

Inform learning objectives Two-way Professor - StudentStudent - Content

Presentation of multimedia information

Multimedia applications: Articulate Presenter / Engage / Captivate

Stimulate previous knowledge Two-way Professor - Student

Student - Content

Presentation of informationHyperlinks to other content

Multimedia applications: Articulate Presenter, Web links, Email, Discussion forums

Present information stimuli Two-way Professor - Student

Presentation of information Hyperlinks to other content

Multimedia applications: Articulate Presenter, Web pages, Email, Discussion forums

Provide guided learning Two-way Professor - StudentStudent - Content



Increase achievement Multi-directional Professor - Student



Provide feedback Multi-directional Professor - StudentStudent - Content

Direct communicationAssessment instruments

Tests, Messages (Bb), Email, Discussion forums

Analyze the process Multi-directionalStudent - ContentStudent – Student

Case studies Research projects Group work

Email, Discussion forums, Chats, Digital Drop Box

Knowledge creation Multi-directionalStudent - ContentStudent – StudentStudent – Context

Case studies Research projects Guide questions Group work

Email, Discussion forums, Chats, Digital Drop Box

Practice and application Multi-directionalStudent - ContentStudent – StudentStudent – Context

EvaluationsProjectsPresentationsWritten documentsResearch projects

Tests, Email, Discussion forums, Chats, Digital Drop Box

*Available in the distance education platform of the Ana G. Méndez University. Adapted from Types of Interaction and Technological Resources. Hirumi (2002)


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SISTEMA UNIVERSITARIO ANA G. MÉNDEZ

AGM-Virtual Campus

Activities

E16

JANUARY 19 TO

MARCH 15, 2014

E17

MARCH 16 TO

MAY 10, 2014

LAST DAY FOR REGISTRATION January 17, 2014 March 14, 2014

Classes Begin January 19, 2014 March 16, 2014

Drop/Add Process (DC, AW) Before January 19, 2014 Before March 16, 2014

Withdrawal with partial return (WP) January 19 to 23, 2014 March 16 to 20, 2014Last day to request graduation for students who complete requirements on May 2014 March 8, 2014 March 8, 2014

Last day for Students to Remove Incompletes and/or Grade Change Request from 201401 February 12, 2014 February 12, 2014

Last Day for Facilitators to Remove Incompletes and/or Grades Changes February 17, 2014 February 17, 2014

Official Census Rosters to Facilitators (No Show)

January 26 toFebruary 1, 2014 March 23 to 29, 2014

Census Rosters Due at Registrar’s Office February 4, 2014 April 1, 2014Last day for students to claim courses reported as Not Attending “NP” February 21, 2014 April 18, 2014

Last day for: Partial Withdrawal (WC) Total Withdrawal (WT) March 15, 2014 May 10, 2014

Last Week of Classes March 9 to 15, 2014 May 4 to 10, 2014

Grades due in Web for Faculty and Grade Rosters at Registrar’s Office March 18, 2014 May 13, 2014

**Spring Break – From April 14 to 20, 2014. This Recess only applies for five week courses (PT E14). DC = Drop courseAW = Administrative Withdrawal WP = Partial Withdrawal with adjustment to Financial Aid (Title IV)WT = Total Withdrawal with adjustment to Financial Aid (Title IV)WC = Partial Withdrawal without adjustmentNP = Not attending coursesNT = Not attending all courses enrolled

Academic Calendar

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Specialization in ManagementThe specialty in management allows the student to explore theoretical as well as practical elements of modern management, as well as changes in this field. Other objective of this concentration is to prepare the student to the different administrative jobs in commercial and industrial companies.

Academic Programs

Master of Business Administration


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Code Title Credits RequisitesCore Professional Courses (21 credits)

ACCO 501-O Managerial Accounting 3 ACCO 500-O

ECON 519-O Managerial Economics 3 STAT 555_O

FINA 503-O Managerial Finance 3 None

MANA 501-O Organizational Behavior 3 None

MANA 600-O Research Methods 3 STAT 555-O

MARK 511-O Marketing Management 3 None

STAT 555-O Statistics for Decision-Making 3 None

Specialization Courses (18 credits)HURM 710-O Personnel Administration 3 None

HURM 715 -O Leadership and Supervision 3 None

HURM 725-O Labor Law 3 MANA 501-O HURM 710-O

MANA 625-O Total Quality Management 3 MANA 501-O STAT 555-O

MANA 705-O Production an Operations Management 3 STAT 555-O

MANA 738-O Advanced Marketing Management-Capstone Course 3

27 or more credit approve, including MANA

600-O

Specialization in Management

Course Program TotalsCredits

Total Credits 39

Master of Business Administration

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Specialization in English as a Second Language

This specialty is designed to provide candidates with a background in the principles, theories and practice of second language acquisition, learning and teaching. It seeks to prepare educators who can assume positions of leadership in ESL education as teachers or English supervisors in public or private schools and as professors in institutions of higher education.

Master of Education

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Course Program TotalsTotal Credits 39

Code Title RequisitesCore Professional Coursesn (6 credits)

EDUC 501-O Principles and Development of Curriculum in ESOL 3 None

EDUC 512-O Inovations and Education in ESOL 3 None

Specialization Courses (27 credits)EDUC 550-O Second Language Acquisition 3 None

EDUC 551-O Reading Processes in Second Language Settings 3 EDUC 550-O

EDUC 553-O ESOL Curriculum and Materials Development 3 None

EDUC 555-O Development of Communication Skills in English 3 None

EDUC 566-O Methods of Teaching as a Second Language 3 None

EDUC 567-O Cross-Cultural Communication and Understanding 3 None

EDUC 564-O Applied Linguistics for ESOL Teachers 3 None

EDUC 569-O Testing and Evaluation of ESOL 3 None

EDUC 604-O Knowledge Intergration Seminar in ESOL 3All Core and

Specialization Courses

Research Courses (6 credits)

EDUC 600-O Educational Research Methods in ESOL 3All Core and

Specialization Courses

EDUC 617-O ESOL Seminar in a School Setting (Internship) 3

EDUC 600-0, a passing score in the Florida Basi General

Knowledge Test

Master of Education

Specialization in English as a Second Language

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Specialization in Environmental Planning

This specialty prepares students to assume management responsibilities required by today’s environmental field. The academic and field experiences of the School allows students to develop the competencies in the area of environmental management which will enable them to assume leadership positions in the public and private sectors. The main goal of our program is to prepare an educated and skilled professional that contributes to solving the environmental problems of the world to achieve a sustainable development.

Master of Environmental Science

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Code Title Credits RequisitesCore Professional Courses (15 credits)

ENVI 500-O Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences 3 NoneENVI 501-O Statistical Methods Applied to Environmental Research 3 NoneENVI 502-O Waste Management 3 ENVI 500

ENVI 503-O Environmental Legislation: Multilateral Environmental Agreements (Meas) 3 ENVI 500

ENVI 504-O Environmental Documents and Evaluation 3 ENVI 500 / 503Specialization Courses (15 credits)

ENMP 550-O Environmental and Natural Resources Economy 3 NoneENMP 551-O Principles of Environmental Technology 3 ENVI 500ENMP 552-O Environmental Communication and Writing 3 ENVI 500 / 504ENMP 553-O Environmental Strategic Planning 3 NoneENMP 554-O Environmental Quality Control Management 3 ENVI 500

Elective Courses (Select two)ENMP 590-O Environmental Risk Management 3 ENVI 500 / 501ENMP 591-O Energy Sources and the Environment 3 ENVI 500ENMP 592-O Comparative Environmental Risk Assessment 3 ENVI 500 / 590ENMP 593-O Current Topics in Environmental Affairs 3 None

ENMP 594-O Climatology and Atmospheric Pollution 3 ENVI 500 ENMP 551

ENMP 595-O Tropical Ecosystems 3 ENVI 500 ENMP 551

ENMP 596-O Environmental Auditing 3 NoneENMP 597- O Fundamentals of Hydrogeology 3 ENVI 500

Research Courses (6 credits)

ENMP 670-O Research Proposal 336 approved credits ENMP 671-O Research 3

Course Program TotalsTotal Credits 42

Specialization in Environmental Planning

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Course Descriptions

Course Listings and Descriptions

Code Course Description

ACCO 501-O Managerial Accounting: This course emphasizes the study of managerial accounting within a framework of planning, control, and decision-making. It includes topics such as the cost-volume-profit relationship, capital investments, with a special interest in budget formulation and implementation.

ECON 519-O Managerial Economics: The course centers on the application of microeconomic theory and the tools of analysis of decision sciences to achieve efficient solutions in an organization. It includes fundamental topics such as demand theory, production and cost theory, and market structure.

EDUC 501-O Principles and systematic development of curriculum: Study of relationships and differences between the foundations of education and the domains of curriculum. Discussion of theory, practice and the roles of the major participants in the design and development of curriculum. Analysis of curriculum development theories according to different philosophical viewpoints. Study of different models of curriculum development.

EDUC 512-O Innovations and Education in English as a Second Language Setting: This course covers the study and analysis of educational innovations in school administration, and supervision, and in the teaching and learning process. It considers innovations and new educational strategies being implemented in the United States and other countries. Emphasis is also given to those practices being developed in the public and private educational systems in Florida.

EDUC550-O Second Language Acquisition: This course covers and analysis the theories related to the process of language development, language learning, language acquisition and the application of classroom practice to impact student achivement. It also includes the study of the influence of language acquisition in learning and literacy to reflect Florida requirements.

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusCourse Listings and Descriptions


EDUC 551-O Reading Processes in a Second Language Setting: This course includes the study and analysis of current theories on the reading processes in a second language. The different approaches to the teaching of reading and their application to the ESL Classroom will be discussed. Students will also be acquainted with the different skills involved in the reading process and with various teaching and evaluating strategies that can be used in the ESL classroom strategies on “Teaching the Transfer” approaches from the native language to the English language are the main focus of the course.

EDUC 553-O ESOL Curriculum and Materials Development: This course includes the review of the relationship between language and related issues in curriculum and instruction for students learning in a second language. Students will investigate recent research studies from a linguistics philosophical and psychological perspective. A thorough review of explanatory curriculum practices and materials available is the main foucus of the course.

EDUC 555-O Development of Communication Skills in English: This course will focus on the identification of activities that promote second-language acquisition, emphasizing the active language skills of listening comprehension, speaking and writing. the first part of the course will be dedicated to the discussion of the different acquisition models and their implications and applications in the classroom. The second part of the course will focus on the identification, selection and development of instructional materials and strategies for the teaching of the skills. Some of the areas to be studied will be aural discrimination, attention and recall; vocabulary development, oral production and pronunciation; the mechanics and process of writting.

EDUC 564-O Applied Linguistics for ESOL Teachers: This course focuses on linguistics aspects as they apply to second language acquisition and learning. it also includes the application of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics of the first and second language. The course focuses on contrasting analysis requirements.

EDUC 566-O Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language: This course examines the various methods for teaching a second language, as well as its principles and foundations for teaching a second language. It reviews the evaluation, design and adaptation of materials for teaching English-asa second language. Fundamental to this course is the critical analysis of current research on methods for teaching a second language to impact a second language.

EDUC 567-O Cross-Cultural Communication and Understanding: In this course, the sociological and cultural issues that impact the development and implementation of both, curriculum and teaching of students will be examined. Emphasis is given to the examination of the results of research conducted in this area. Best practices to embrace multiculturalism and its role in student achivement are integrated in the course.

EDUC 569-O Testing and Evaluation: This course introduces future teachers to second language acquisition and learning classroom-based assessment methodologies to determine proficiency in listening speaking, reading and writing skills. State assesment requirements on integrated in the course.

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EDUC 600-O Educational Research Methods in ESOL This course is a study of educational research methodologies and theories in ESOL. It places emphasis on practical applications of research findings and teacher conducted research to classroom practice

EDUC 604-O Knowledge Integration: This course has been designed to provide students the opportunity to revise, examine, and critically discussed knowledge integration related with the educational system in the United States of America. Emphasis will be given to the evolution of the educational system during the end of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st century. Challenges and concerns affecting today’s educational system and their impact to academic achievement will be the prime focus to classroom discussion.

EDUC 617-O ESOL Seminar in a School Setting (Internship) This course focuses on research in educational settings. It is the final clinical internship field experience for students enrolled in the Masters of Education: Teaching of English as a Second Language program. This course requires 12 weeks of internship in a school setting. The student will develop a research project where he/she will apply the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the program of study.

ENMP 550-O Environmental And Natural Resources Economy: This online course evaluates the importance of the scientific knowledge in the handling and conservation of the renewable and nonrenewable natural resources as basis for analysis and economic estimate to determine the added value of the natural resources. The course discusses the natural resources of the environmental public policy and the function of the economic analysis in the development of the policy that is carried out. The fundamental elements of the economic theory will be analyzed, including the analysis of cost and benefit.

ENMP 551-O Principles of Environmental Technology: Theoretical and technical aspects of environmental controls. The physical, chemical, biological and technological processes available for the purification of water and the disposition of solid and liquid waste will be discussed. The available technological methods of pollution control in water, soil, atmosphere, and noise contamination will be studied.

ENMP 552-O Environmental Communication and Writing Course that studies the application of the principles of communication to the environmental field. This course will examine a variety of communication strategies and practices and the writing of environmental documents necessary for environmental managers to effectively perform their organizational ethical and legal responsibilities. Identifies and analyzes the various groups or audiences that environmental managers need to communicate to and interact with, from internal audiences to external audiences. It studies the feasibility, necessity and functionality of the different types of communication and outreach strategies and public relations.

ENMP 553-O Environmental Strategic Planning: Study and analysis of the organizational environment and how to identify the trends and changes to facilitate the formulation of strategic organizational goals. The course focuses on the total quality concept and human resources administration applied to environmental issues.

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ENMP 554-O Environmental Quality Control Management: Development of an integrated global vision of environmental management, based on the tendencies and practices that direct it. Emphasis is given to the theoretical and operational phases, if the task is performed by an environmental manager, like methods, and techniques and pertinent practice of management. The course discusses the environmental managers’ function, roles, responsibilities and leadership. Description and application of those allied principles to the management of quality control in industrial laboratories, public agencies, municipalities, and businesses that perform environmental analysis.

ENMP 590-O Environmental Risk Management: The discussion of risk assessment and risk management processes will be studied. Emphasis on the risks, uncertainty and implications in the strategies to reduce the human health risk and the effects on ecosystems. Presentation of different database resources (IRIS Database).

ENMP 591-O Energy Sources and the Environment: The course will evaluate the local and international energy situation; specifically, its economic, environmental, social and geo-political implications. It will examine the energy sources, strategies, its environmental impact, and the available technology for environmental control. The energy policy, its design and implementation, as an essential element for environmental planning and management will be covered during the course.

ENMP 592-O Comparative Environmental Risk Assessment: The course will evaluate and measure the health and environmental risk of human activities. The most important risk assessment techniques as well as their limitations will be covered in-depth by this course. Additionally, the course will discuss and evaluate the importance to communicate to the public the results of risk assessment.

ENMP 593-O Current Topics in Environmental Affairs: Online course of specialty that will treat subjects not covered in the regular curriculum. The course will provide the presentation and discussion of current subjects of great importance for the professional in the environmental area. This course will allow the opportunity to have guests of private companies, state or federal agencies that facilitate the students to be updated with regard to new technologies, new methods of investigation and conservation of resources, recent scientific findings and new applicable legal regulations in the environmental subjects.

ENMP 594-O Climatology and Atmospherie Pollution: The course is aimed at the evaluation of chemical, climate, economic and other variables relevant to atmospheric pollution management and control. Scientific and technical aspects associated with climate and air pollution, strategies for pollution control, and the legal framework encompassing the problem will be studied in detail.

ENMP 595-O Tropical Ecosystems: The structure, physiology, taxonomy and distribution of the main tropical ecosystems in the tropics will be studied. Exotic plants and animals introduced to different ecosystems, the environmental conditions and types of soils in different zones of life will be analyzed. The student will understand the fragility of the tropical ecosystems so as to make a critical judgment on the management of the tropical resources.

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ENMP 596-O Environmental Auditing: This course is designed to give to the student the tools, skills and knowledge to develop, to structure and lead an audit of environmental compliance with the federal and state laws and applicable regulations. The course also has an inclusive discussion of the professional practices and the guides to carry out an audit or diligent environmental evaluation of a property or commercial or industrial establishment as part of the process of transaction in compliance with the Environmental Protection laws.

ENMP 597-O Fundamentals of Hydrogeology: The course looks into the technical and scientific principles relevant to the availability, occurrence of groundwater quality. Discusses the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of groundwater resources. Discusses the water flow in aquifers, hydrologic cycle, geology, the hydrological systems and the environmental issues related to the water resources.

ENMP 670 ENMP 671

Thesis Proposal, Thesis Research: This is a requisite for the Master Degree. This course is focused on the development of research work on an environmental problem. This research and its results must contribute to environmental knowledge. Comprehensive exam and its approval will be required to be granted a Master Degree. One semester each course.

ENVI 500-O Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences: A general perspective of the environmental sciences. The analysis of subjects related to problems of population dynamics; natural resources; and pollution effects in living beings will be studied. The discussion of the actual environmental problems and solutions will be analyzed.

ENVI 501-O Statistical Methods for Environmental Research: Descriptive and statistical methods to be applied in the analysis of uncertainties and decision-making processes of the environmental sciences.

ENVI 502-O Waste Management: Study of the fundamental concepts necessary to adequately manage solid waste (domestic, industrial and hazardous). RCRA will be discussed, its laws, and regulation norms related to the generation, transportation, action and storage, and the final disposal of solid waste. The law describes the necessary strategies to comply, evaluate and execute the required tasks to meet the public health, environmental health, and natural resources goals.

ENVI 503-OEnvironmental Legislation: Multilateral Environmental Agreements: The course is aimed at providing a legal and normative perspective of the activities that may have an impact on natural resources and the environment. Additionally, the course will analyze the local and federal legal framework pertaining to the use, management, and conservation of important natural resources. The course emphasizes the most important legal instruments from agencies such as the Environmental Quality Board and the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources. The course will be approached by in-depth case studies and real life situations

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ENVI 504-O Environmental Documents and Evaluation: Medular online course that will study the importance of environmental documents in the processes of decision making. One will include antecedents, legal basis, requisites of format, content and procedural of environmental documents, used in the determination and governmental evaluation of environmental impacts of projects, actions and decisions (EA’s, DIA’s, etc). The student will learn the proceeding and process of permissions and consultations of environmental type including the different agencies that take part. The student will also learn the preparation and analysis of mitigation plans, damage prevention (Moist soils, erosion control and land sedimentation, water forests, bodies, etc.) and plans to answer the environmental emergencies. Also it will include the preparation of manifestos, information of monitoring unloads and Environmental Justice. The course will take as it bases the Environmental Policy of the United States and each jurisdiction where the student resides.

FINA 503-O Managerial Finance: The methodology and concepts relevant to the financial decision-making process are studied. Within the framework of modern financial theory, this course examines how to manage the sources and uses of capital to achieve corporate goals. Itspecifically includes the study of financial analysis and financial planning techniques, long-run investment decisions, short-run liquidity needs, and long-run financial strategies and instruments.

HURM 710-O Personnel Administration: The course deals with philosophy, techniques and policies of the management of human resources in modern organizations. A conceptual model of personnel administration is discussed. The analysis is supplemented with classical case studies.

HURM 715-O Leadership and Supervision: The course provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to carry out effectively the managerial functions of planning, organization, direction and control of personnel.

HURM 725-O Labor Law: The course promotes the analysis, evaluation, and discussion of local and federal laws pertaining to the employer-employee relationship. Topics discussed include fair employment practices, wage and salary legislation, anti-discrimination laws, promotion, termination, and other pay-related actions.

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MANA 501-O Organizational Behavior: The course centers on the study of the conceptual and analytical foundations of human behavior in the organization. The impact of organizational variables of employee satisfaction and the performance of the organization will be examined. A case study approach is used.

MANA 600-O Research Methods: The course examines the nature and scope of research design and its application to management science. It also incorporates the statistical tools commonly used in the research process and in the development of a research proposal.

MANA 625-O Total Quality Management: The course centers on the presentation of the principles and concepts of the total quality management philosophy and its application in business and industry.

MANA 705-O Production an Operations Management: This course deals with concepts, techniques and decision-making in production operations management. Among the specific topics included are: acquisition and utilization of raw materials, short and long term projections, job programming, purchasing and inventory control production scheduling according to demand, quality standards, and incentive systems.

MANA 738-O Advanced Marketing Management: The course centers on the study of marketing management through the use of quantitative analysis and marketing policy. Students will engage in a detailed analysis of the responsibilities of the distribution manager, including planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities of personnel in charge of specialized tasks, such as promotion, sale management, and pricing.

MARK 511-O Marketing Management: The course is aimed at developing student’s capability for analysis and decision-making in situations requiring verbal and written solutions to marketing problems. It includes the study of strategic marketing, segmentation, positioning, and target market. Also included is the study of information systems, marketing research, psychographics and demographic characteristics of consumers

STAT 555-O Statistics for Decision-Making: The course centers on the study of concepts and statistical methods useful to administrators in their decision-making processes. The course covers descriptive statistics and inferential statics. Computer applications are part of the course.

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Master of Business Administration with Specialization in Management

Professor’s Name Academic Credentials Courses

Bedu, Lisette Doctor of Business Administration Argosy University, FL 2010

Business administration, marketing

Cólon, VictorDoctor of Philosophy in Entrepreneurial Management and International BusinessUniversidad Interamericana, PR 2012

International business, finance

Martinez, BroderickDoctorate of Business Administration in AccountingNOVA Southeastern University, FL 1999

Accounting

Piza, Maribel Aurora Juris DoctorLoyola University, New Orleans, 2002 Management

Christiansen, ManuelMaster of Business Administration in marketingKeiser University, FL 2010

Marketing, management

Alicea, Leyda

Master of Business Administration in AccountingFlorida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL 1985

Business administration

Catal, NelsonMaster of Business Administration in AccountingUniversidad Interamericana de PR, 1989

Accounting

Ferrufino, AdrianaMaster of International Business AdministrationNOVA University, FL 2004

Economics

Lopez, Nieves Master of Business AdministrationNOVA Southeastern, FL 2004 Management

Abigantus, Nuvia I. Executive MBAUniversity of Miami, FL 2000 Management

Cintrón, JoséMaster of Business Administration AccountingMetropolitan University, FL 2010 Accounting

Muriel, BettyMaster of EnvironmentalManagementUniversidad del Turabo, PR 2001

Management

Faculty Credentials

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Ana G. Méndez University-Virtual CampusFaculty Credentials

Master of Business Administration with Specialization in Management


Dávila, Maria ReneeMaster of Business Administration AccountingMetropolitan University, FL 2010

Management

Doria, VerónicaMaster of International Business AdministrationNOVA University, FL 2006

Business Administration

Feliciano, Mónica Master of Business AdministrationUniversity of Phoenix, 2006 Financial, Accounting

Furnari, Franchesco Master of Business AdministrationUniversity of Hartford, CT 1994 Management

Giraldo, Juan Pablo Master of Business AdministrationNOVA, FL 2008 Business Administration

Hernández, LuisMaster of International BusinessFlorida International University, FL 2003 (18 credits at the masters level)

Business Administration

Kravetz, IsaacMaster of Business Administration in ManagementUniversity of Phoenix, 2004

Management

López, StevenMaster of Business AdministrationSouthern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH 1996

Management

López, Mario AlbertoMaster Degree in Management and Strategic LeadershipUniversity of Este, FL 2011

Management

McCarthy, Michael Master in Business AdministrationINCAE, San José Costa Rica 1977 Business Administration

Mejía, Ricardo Master of Engineering in ManagementUniversidad Politécnica de PR, PR 2010 Management

Mesa, Ramón Antonio MBA Strategic Management and LeadershipUniversidad del Este, Miramar, FL 2010 Management

Mundo, Alma

Master of Arts in Management and SupervisionUniversity of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras, 1978 (21 credits-Mathemathics University of Phoenix)

Management, Mathemathics

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Master of Education with Specialization in English as a Second Language

Profesor’s Name Academic Credentials Courses

Macia, José Doctor of Education in Higher Education-Englosh and TESOL

English

TESOL

Mercado, ReylbeckPh.D. Doctor and Surgeon, Doctor of MedicineXavier Pontifical university, Colombia 1976

TESOL

Spanish

Sevillano, Maria C.Doctor of Education in Instructional Technology and Distance EducationNOVA, FL 2006

Education

Technology

Ortolaza, RicardoDoctor of Education in Curriculum and InstructionArgosy University, FL 2005

Education

ESOL

Murga-Francis, MariaMaster of Linguistics & master online in ESOL and SpanishUniversity of Basque County, Spain 1993

Spanish

Buitrago, VivianMaster in Education English as a Second LanguageUniversity of Turabo, 2011

ESOL

Del Castillo, Ana Master of Eduction in TESOLUniversidad del Turabo, FL 2009 ESOL

Jimenez, Dulnia Master Degree in Foreign Language and English Literature English

Pabón, MireyaMaster of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESOL)Universidad del Turabo, FL 2005

ESOL

Rivera Noble, Angie Master of Science in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages TESOL

Vázquez, Elizabeth Master in ESOLUniversity of Phoenix, PR 2006 ESOL

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Master of Environmental Science with Specialization in Environmental Planning


Jorge F. BauzaPhD. Marine sciencesUPR Mayaguez, Universidad de Puerto Rico

Fundamental of Hydrogeology, Introduction to Environmental Sciences, Climate and Atmospheric Pollution

Beatriz Zayas

PhD. Molecular toxicology/ University of Pitsburg, PAPost Doc Novel anticancer drugs/Mass Institute of Technology (MIT), Boston

Environmental Risk Assessment, Environmental Management, and Environmental Toxicology

Javier Salgado MP Environmental Planning/Universidad de Puerto Rico

Waste Management, Environmental strategic planning

Osvaldo Cox PhD. ChemistryOhio State University

Climate and Atmospheric Pollution Energy sources and the environment

Ivette M. Torres Ph.D., Pharmacology & Toxicology, Medical Sciences Campus, UPR Research Proposal, Research

Maria C. Ortiz Ph.D. (c) Public Health EpidemiologyWalden University

Environmental Communication and Writing, Environmental Sciences, Research Proposal, Research

Juan Otero Serrano Ph.D. Bussiness Administration, FinanceUniversidad Puerto Rico

Statistical Methods Applied to Environmental Research

Carlos M. Padín Ph.D., Geography, Natural Resources Planning and Management

Environmental Documents and Evaluation, Natural and Environmetal Resources Economy

Gabriel M. Vázquez Juris DoctorUniversidad Environmental Legislation

Harry Peña MSEM Environmental Planning/Universidad Metropolitana

Principles of Environmental Technology/ Environmental Quality Control Management

Quintin De Jesús RivasMP Environmental PlanningUniversidad Metropolitana/Mechanical Engeneering/Universidad de Puerto Rico

Environmental Auditing, Environmental and Natural Resources Economy, Preparation of Environmental Documents and Evaluation

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