Radford University

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Phone: 1-540-831-6905 or 1-888-275-7882
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Description:
The MBA Program at Radford University emphasizes excellence and continuous improvement in graduate learning by stressing knowledge, technical, interpersonal and experiential skills in the development of managerial decision-making. In as few as 12 months students can earn their MBA and prepare themselves to become responsible managers practicing high ethical standards in a diverse global work environment.

Our program provides a broad-based, cross-functional education in business and economics designed to prepare students for advanced leadership roles in both private and public sectors of the global economy. Graduate business courses provide experiential learning opportunities that engage students in the educational process, thereby providing a bridge between theory and practice.

Radford University is one of 14 business schools in the state of Virginia, and 506 worldwide (as of April 2005) that have achieved AACSB accreditation status. AACSB International accreditation is recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and by the Office of Postsecondary Accreditation, U.S. Department of Education, as the sole accrediting agency for baccalaureate and masters degree programs in business administration and accounting.

Degree(s):
MBA
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5214
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Description:
The School Counseling concentration is designed for students interested in becoming professional counselors and working in elementary, middle and secondary schools.
The Student Affairs concentration educates future student affairs administrators, student development educators, and counselors who are skilled in assessing and promoting student growth and development in the context of higher education.
The Community Counseling concentration is designed to provide knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for counselors to work in a variety of community settings, including mental health centers, substance abuse programs, marriage and family clinics, career counseling agencies, and employee assistance programs in business and industry.

Degree(s):
M.S.- Counseling and Human Development
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5475
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Description:
The graduate program in the Department of Art provides specialized training in individual studio areas (including graphic design) leading to the terminal degree in studio art. The M.F.A. program provides customized teaching to graduate students, often on a one-to-one basis. Students work closely with professors in specialized areas of expertise. The intimate nature of the program is a positive trait related to the program's moderate size. The interaction and interfacing of students involved in different media emphases is a strong feature. Another strength is the strong national and international appeal of our program, which attracts students from throughout the nation and the world. The graduate program in art is characterized by flexibility of offerings, studio spaces, providing students with opportunities to explore a variety of interests and develop expertise in chosen media. Students may choose to focus on one or more of the following areas: drawing, painting, graphic design, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, fiber art, watercolor, photography, video art or metal working.

Degree(s):
M.F.A. - Studio Art
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5282
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Description:
The Department of Communication offers a Master of Science in Corporate and Professional Communication designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the public or private sector as well as for pursuing doctoral work. The degree allows students to focus their studies in specific areas of interest and offers both theoretical and practical applications in professional and corporate communication careers. The program is designed to prepare students for a turbulent business, economic, and social climate where effective communication is central to the success of organizations of all sizes, goals, and types. The goal of the program is to create individuals who possess a solid understanding of communication theory and practice and who are capable of making important contributions to contemporary organizations. Students who have graduated from the program enter fields where sophisticated communication skills and knowledge are important, e.g., public relations, human resources, human relations, management, teaching, training, and sales.

Degree(s):
M.S. - Corporate and Professional Communication
 

Research Areas:
Public Relations; Organizational Communication; Teams and Team Development; Conflict Management; Leadership; Training and Development

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Phone: 1-540-831-7735
Fax: 1-540-831-7669
 

Description:
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers a comprehensive accredited graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology and a pre-professional undergraduate program. The professional practice of Speech-Language Pathology requires graduate study. Individuals applying for national certification and state licensure must hold a Masters (or doctoral) degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other approved field of study, meet specific requirements in course work, practicum, professional experience, and pass a national examination. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is accredited by the American Speech-Language Hearing Associations Council on Academic Accreditation.

Degree(s):
M.A.- Communication Sciences and Disorders;
M.S.- Communication Sciences and Disorders
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-6148
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Description:
The Graduate Program in Criminal Justice allows students to prepare for management and other careers in criminal justice and related fields. The program is designed to both enhance students' existing capabilities and to develop unique competencies and skills for future academic/career goals.
Criminal justice involves the study of crime from a systems perspective. Far from being a narrowly defined law enforcement or correctional program, criminal justice is an interdisciplinary and professionally oriented academic discipline concentrating on many aspects of crime and the concepts that impact on our system of justice. Accordingly, to prepare students for the various positions within criminal justice, the program seeks to develop a broad foundation of knowledge pertaining to crime and its ancillary issues. The curriculum for criminal justice students is interdisciplinary in nature and includes courses that will provide students with the research and analytical skills necessary for understanding the nature of justice and the issues that affect its implementation.
In addition to classroom learning, the department makes numerous opportunities available to students, including internships and a variety of student organizations.

Degree(s):
M.A.- Criminal Justice;
M.S.- Criminal Justice
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5302
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Description:
The Master of Science in Education permits a graduate student to develop an individualized program of study with an emphasis on one or more of the following areas: improved instruction in the public schools; preparation for Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, Early Childhood Education, Library Science, Content area Studies: -Information Technology, -Music Education, -Other Content areas are available with approval; initial licensure; additional endorsement for teachers already licensed; preparation for doctoral studies.

Degree(s):
M.S. - Education
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5302
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Description:
Radford University's Master of Science in Educational Leadership program is designed to prepare professional personnel to fill positions as Pre K-12 school principals or supervisors in Virginia. Endorsement in administration in Virginia requires a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience prior to beginning a graduate program in this area. Students interested in the graduate degree in educational leadership have two licensing alternatives available, full licensure (internship option) or provisional licensure (practical option).

Degree(s):
M.S.- Educational Leadership
 

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Description:
Radford University's Master of Science degree in Reading focuses on practical and remedial skills for reading specialists. It prepares students for positions as reading teachers, reading coordinators, and reading specialists (K-12). In addition, it prepares them for advanced graduate study in Reading and related fields and for other positions where knowledge of reading is important, such as consulting for companies that publish reading materials. The program is a carefully sequenced blend of courses designed to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to become a confident, thoughtful and skilled reading specialist. A state approved program established in 1973, this curriculum follows the guidelines of the International Reading Association. This program offers flexible course scheduling for students who are full-time teachers. In addition, the program is structured so that the three years of experience required for state endorsement will be achieved by the time beginning teachers finish the program (based on completion of three hours during both fall/spring semesters and six hours during summer session.

Degree(s):
M.S.- Reading
 

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Phone: 1-540-831-5614
Fax: 1-540-831-6800
 

Description:
The graduate program in English leads to a Master of Arts or Master of Science degree and prepares students for teaching at the secondary and community college levels; further graduate study in a doctoral program; and entry into various professions where critical thinking and writing are valued and employed.
Graduate study in English provides students with opportunities to study British and American literature intensively; it challenges them to solve complex problems related to literary scholarship. The program emphasizes independent literary research and the writing of scholarly papers that reflect an insightful understanding of literary criticism, literature's aesthetic and humanistic values, and literature's social and historical significance.
Along with British and American Literature, the areas of emphasis include: English Education (non-licensure), English Education (initial secondary teacher licensure, grades 6-12, MS degree only).

Degree(s):
M.A.- English;
M.S.- English