Graduate Recruitment Workshop Live Oak Pavilion Friday, September 20, 2013 Graduate Recruitment Workshop Live Oak Pavilion Friday, September 20, 2013 Recruitment Workshop

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop VENDOR INFORMATION FAU licensed vendors showcase their products & services

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop PROMOTIONAL ITEMS

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop WORKSHOP GOALS  Recruitment and Enrollment  Application, Enrollment and Degree Trends  Application to First Enrollment Report  Retention and Degree Completion  Graduate Degree Completion Report  Graduate Student Survey Results  Procedure for Approving Graduate Program Catalog Changes  Electronic Letters of Recommendation and Supplemental Application  Grant and Fellowship Application

Recruitment and Enrollment Recruitment Workshop

Florida Atlantic University Academic Year (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 5 yr average All Colleges Applied 5,695 5,744 5,986 6,369 6,776 6,114 Admitted 2,604 2,727 2,669 2,781 2,763 2,709 Newly Enrolled 2,190 2,254 2,232 2,331 2,282 2,258 Total Enrolled 4,982 5,229 5,328 5,436 5,698 5,335 Degree Awarded1,080 M & S 78 D 1,216 M & S 95 D 1,301 M & S 102 D 1,255 M & S 116 D 1,455 M & S 100 D 1,261 M & S 98 D

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop ADMISSIONS TRACKING REPORT  Degree  Major  Desired Entry Term  Number of Applications  Referrals Pending  Decisions Pending  Decisions Completed  Z Number  Last Name  Application Upload Date  Referral Date  Referral Code  Decision Date  GMAT Count  GRE Count  GRE Upload Date  IELT Count  IELT Upload Date  TOEFL Count  TOEFL Upload Date  Prospect  FAU

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop APPLICATION TO FIRST ENROLLMENT REPORT

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop APPLICATION TO FIRST ENROLLMENT REPORT

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop APPLICATION TO FIRST ENROLLMENT REPORT

Retention and Degree Completion Recruitment Workshop

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop DEGREE COMPLETION TRACKING REPORT  Student’s Name  Z Number  Address  Number of Enrolled Periods  Last Semester’s Credit Hour  Last Semester’s GPA  Cumulative Course Attempted  Cumulative Credit Hours  Cumulative GPA  Degree  Major  Entry Term  In state Residency  International Student  Number of Active Holds  Assistantship this Semester  Full-time Status Waiver  Academic Progression Plan  Non Degree Credit Hours  Number of “I” or “NR” Grades  Number of “B-” Grades  Number of “C+” Grades  Number of “C” Grades  Number of “C-” Grades  Number of “D” Grades  Number of “D-” Grades  Number of “F” Grades  Plan of Study Decision  Thesis Credit  Candidacy Form  Dissertation Credit Hours  Dual Matriculation  Anticipated Graduation Term  Application for Degree Date  Graduation Status Active Students

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop DEGREE COMPLETION TRACKING REPORT  Student’s Name  Z Number  Address  Number of Enrolled Periods  Cumulative Course Attempted  Cumulative Credit Hours  Cumulative GPA  Degree  Major  Entry Term  In-state Residency  International Student  Number of Active Holds  Academic Progression Plan  Non Degree Credit Hours  Number of “I” or “NR” Grades  Number of “B-” Grades  Number of “C+” Grades  Number of “C” Grades  Number of “C-” Grades  Number of “D+” Grades  Number of “D” Grades  Number of “F” Grades  Plan of Study Decision  Plan of Study Status  Thesis Credit  Candidacy Form  Dissertation Credit Hours Inactive Students

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop DEGREE COMPLETION TRACKING REPORT If you would like to be added or removed from the distribution list for the Graduate College reports please contact: Admissions Tracking Report – Joann Arlington at Degree Completion Tracking Report – Debra Szabo at

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop GRADUATE DEGREE COMPLETION REPORT All Graduate Programs CompletedNot Completed CollegeTotal# Students% % Arts & Letters1, %48636% Business5,0113,16163%1,85037% Medicine %4117% Education3,5032,73978%76422% Engineering1, %27225% Nursing1,5051,02876%31824% Science1, %24623% Design and Social Inquiry1,5691,04166%52834% All Colleges15,17810,67370%4,50530% All Colleges (2012)14,23010,03671%4,19429% Definitions: Total: The number of students who entered the graduate program from August 2003 to August (Active degree programs only). Completed: The number of students who completed the degree by August Not Completed: The number of students who did not complete the degree and enroll since fall semester (Active students omitted).

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop GRADUATE DEGREE COMPLETION REPORT

Graduate Student Survey Results Recruitment Workshop

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop GRADUATE COLLEGE SURVEY OF CURRENT GRADUATE STUDENTS GRADUATE COLLEGE SURVEY OF CURRENT GRADUATE STUDENTS  The Graduate College conducted a survey of current graduate students.  The survey was conducted during Spring  A total of 747 students returned the survey.  The survey results are in your folders.

Recruitment Workshop Do you meet with an academic advisor? Yes90% No10% Is your advisor well aware of the University’s graduate education policies and procedures? Yes90% No10%

Recruitment Workshop How were you made aware of your program’s degree requirements and policies? Faculty member(s)51% Graduate program staff members 44% Other graduate students29% Website and other printed material 62% Not informed of degree requirement and polices 3%

Recruitment Workshop If your thesis/dissertation was delayed longer than originally planned, what were the reasons? (Check all that apply) Change of topic/redirection of research focus 43% Personal life circumstances36% Change in expectation from advisor/committee 27% More data required26% Availability of committee members 20% Availability of resources18% Writing and/or formatting issues14% Missed deadlines8% Loss of funding11%

Recruitment Workshop Overall, are you satisfied with the support you are receiving from your committee chair? Yes 87% No 13% The requirements of your graduate degree clear to you? Yes 85% No 15%

Recruitment Workshop Have you had to delay your anticipated graduation date due to insufficient course availability? Yes19% No81% Do you feel your graduate program is preparing you adequately for employment in your field of study? Yes80% No20%

Recruitment Workshop Overall, is the content of your graduate courses meeting your expectations Yes77% No23% Overall, are you satisfied with the level of academic support you have received from the advisors and faculty in your degree program? Yes78% No23%

Recruitment Workshop In your opinion, are there adequate opportunities for you to connect with fellow graduate and professional students in non-academic settings? Yes65% No35% Overall, are you satisfied with the career preparation and guidance you have received at FAU? Yes66% No34%

Recruitment Workshop Does your graduate program sponsor events that promote professional development opportunities and networking opportunities with the professionals in your discipline? Yes58% No41%

Procedures for Approving Graduate Program Catalog Changes Procedures for Approving Graduate Program Catalog Changes Recruitment Workshop

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop CATALOG CHANGES  A copy of the Procedures for Approving Graduate Program Catalog Changes are in your folders.  There are three levels of approval for proposed graduate catalog changes: I.Represents approval process for significant changes that require full faculty governance (UGPC, UGC, UFS) approval prior to being submitted to the Office of the Registrar. II.Represents approval process for changes less-substantial than level I that require GPC and UGC approval prior to being submitted to the Office of Registrar. III.Represents changes that are relatively minor and are judged by the Catalog Revision Committee to be sufficient for submission directly to the Office of the Registrar

Recruitment Workshop

Admission Requirements Contact/ Information College of Business Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA) Specializations: Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Health Administration, Information Systems, International Business, Marketing, Operations Management International Students Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. Students are required to provide a course by course evaluation of their international transcripts. Evaluation must be completed by a NACES member. GMAT score of 500 or GRE test score of 153 (verbal), 144 (quantitative), and 4 (analytical writing) TOEFL score of 600 /IBT = 100 One to two page statement of your objectives, or a resume, or 2 letters of recommendation Domestic Students Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 from a regionally accredited college or university GMAT score of 500 or GRE test score of 153 (verbal), 144 (quantitative), and 4 (analytical writing) One to two page statement of your objectives, or a resume, or 2 letters of recommendation Important information about applying to Graduate School: Transcripts: Submit official transcripts in sealed envelopes from all schools attended. NOTE: If you attended one of the Florida State University System institutions, transcripts may be requested electronically. Supporting documentation: Supplemental applications, letters of recommendation, and/or portfolios should be submitted directly to your graduate program. Conduct: A "yes" answer to either of the conduct questions on the online application will require a written explanation. Additional information may be requested when your application is under review. Applications will not be fully processed until all conduct issues are cleared. Application status: Once your application has been submitted, you can check your application status online to ensure transcripts and test scores have been received. NOTE: Application status will say incomplete until an admission decision has been made. Residency classification: Your residency classification automatically defaults to non-Florida. After you are admitted, the residency officer will review your application and request additional documents by if needed. Student Academic Services College of Business Fleming Hall West Building, Room 101, Boca Raton Campus: Interactive MapInteractive Map (T) (E) (W) business.fau.edu/graduatestudiesbusiness.fau.edu/graduatestudies Application Deadlines Domestic Students Fall: July 1 Spring:November 1 Summer:April 1 International Students Fall: February 15 Spring:July 15 Summer:January 15

Electronic Letters of Recommendation and Supplemental Requirements Electronic Letters of Recommendation and Supplemental Requirements Recruitment Workshop

Grant and Fellowship Application Grant and Fellowship Application Recruitment Workshop

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop SUBMISSION AND NOTIFICATION PROCESS  Single form for both the Recruitment Grant & Fellowships o Presidential Fellowships - $5,000 per year for first two years o Provost Fellowships - $2,500 for first year only o Recruitment Grant - up to $4,000 per graduate program  Make two copies of the completed application form  Make one copy of your validated (or revised) of the form specifying your online application requirements  Submit all copies directly to the Graduate College office by Friday, October 4 th  College deans rank the proposals and return by Friday, October 11 th  Graduate programs notified of final decisions by Friday, October 18 th

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop RECRUITMENT WEBSITE

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop JOINT APPLICATION FORM The form will be available online on today at noon. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact Charlene Hickson at or

Presentation Title Slide Title Recruitment Workshop GRADUATE COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE If you have any questions regarding the Open House, please contact Charlene Hickson at or