1. Instructional Systems* Masters Degree Program ( *also known as Instructional Design) Dr. Robert Reiser Professor, Instructional Systems Program

2. Have you ever: - had trouble getting answers to service questions (about computers, cable TV, etc.)? - received poor service from employees in a clothing store or restaurant?

3. These are examples of: poor performance by workers Organizations want to: improve worker performance

4. Graduates of the Instructional Systems program: Design innovative solutions to improve the performance of workers in all kinds of organizations!

5. Instructional Systems Masters Degree Program u Excellent Job Opportunities Employers include: –Fortune 500 companies –Consulting firms –Government agencies –Military (civilian positions) –Universities u Excellent Salaries u Great Job Locations

6. Why Choose Instructional Systems at FSU? u Ranked #1 or #2 in the field u Identified as best program for preparing students for careers in business/industry u Faculty wrote 3 of the top 5 textbooks u Excellent student/teacher ratio

7. Instructional Systems Masters Degree Program How Long Does It Take to Get a Degree? u 36 credit hour program Typically completed in 3 semesters + summer internship Includes internship with potential employers No thesis Final project: prepare professional portfolio Can take courses face-to-face or online

8. Instructional Systems Masters Degree Program What Does it Take to be Admitted? u Admissions requirements: Bachelor's degree (in any area) 1000 GRE (minimum!) or 3.0 GPA (last two years) Strong letters of recommendation Statement of purpose

9. Instructional Systems Masters Degree Program What Should I Do Next? u More information: Contact Mary Kate McKee (644-8792) u Visit Instructional Systems Website: http://www.epls.fsu.edu/is/

10. Instructional Systems Masters Degree Program What Should I Do Next? u Come to: Careers in Instructional Design Workshop Friday, March 31 st, 9:00 – noon - Meet alumni - Find our about job opportunities - Free food (breakfast and lunch!!) Contact Mary Kate McKee for details phone : 644-8792 e-mail: