MEMORANDUM TO: CHSS Graduate Curriculum Committee FROM ...
Department of Public and International Affairs 4400 University Drive, MS 3F4, Fairfax, Virginia 22030 Phone: 703-993-1400; Fax: 703-993-1399
MEMORANDUM TO:
CHSS Graduate Curriculum Committee
FROM:
Ann Ludwick, PIA Curriculum Coordinator
DATE:
November 15, 2013
SUBJECT:
PIA Curriculum Changes – Biodefense Graduate Program New CERGs
We propose three new graduate certificates: 1. Certificate in Biodefense 2. Certificate in Science, Technology, Security 3. Certificate in Global Health & Security Our rationale: 1. Certificates are significant recruiting tools: a. They are great for students who want to experience the Biodefense program before committing to the entire degree program. Since all of the credits transition seamlessly to the master’s program, they get to try with zero risk. b. They provide a credential for a student who wants to illustrate a particular strength to potential employers. c. They are also of value to students who are seeking additional education but do not need or want a full master’s degree. 2. Certificates leverage existing course schedules and requirements a. We revised the Critical Analysis and Strategic Responses to Terrorism certificate so that its core courses were the same as the Biodefense area of emphasis in Terrorism & Homeland Security. We have done the same with the new certificates, ensuring that we will always be offering the necessary courses on a regular basis and that we do not have to create new courses. 3. Certificates will help attract online students as well as offline students a. We plan to roll out 16 online courses. We will be able to offer the three graduate certificates as well, which should help us ensure success with the online venture.
Program Approval Form Action Requested: X
For approval of new programs and deletions or modifications to an existing program.
Type (Check one):
Create New (SCHEV approval required except for minors) Inactivate Existing Modify Existing (check all that apply) Title (SCHEV approval required except for minors) Concentration (Choose Add Delete one): Degree Requirements Admission Standards/ Application Requirements Other Changes:
College/School: Submitted by: Effective Term:
2014
Modify
X
Graduate Certificate* Other:
Department: 1415 Ext:
CHSS Ann Ludwick
Fall
B.A. B.S. Minor M.A. M.S. M.Ed. Ph.D. Undergraduate Certificate*
Public & International Affairs [email protected] Email:
Please note: For students to be admitted to a new degree, minor, certificate or concentration, the program must be fully approved, entered into Banner, and published in the University Catalog.
Justification: (attach separate document if necessary)
The certificate in Biodefense provides an interdisciplinary introduction to manmade and natural biological threats, including a background in the science and technology of biodefense and the specialized areas of threat assessment, non-proliferation, and medical and public health preparedness. Existing Program Title: (Required) Title must identify subject matter. Do not include name of college/school/dept.
New/Modified
Biodefense Graduate Certificate
Concentration(s): Admissions Standards / Application Requirements: (Required only if different from those listed in the University Catalog)
Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the graduate certificate in critical analysis and strategic responses to terrorism, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site.
Degree Requirements:
Two required courses (6 credits)
Consult University Catalog for models, attach separate document if necessary using track changes for modifications
•
BIOD 604 – Introduction to Biodefense 1 Credits: 3
•
BIOD 609 – Biodefense Strategy and Policy Credits: 3
Three elective courses (9 credits) related to biodefense. Courses should be chosen in consultation with an advisor and approved in advance by the program director. Courses offered via distance: (if applicable)
15
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED: *For Certificates Only: Indicate whether students are able to pursue on a
Full-time basis
Part-time basis
Approval Signatures Department
Date
College/School
Date
Provost’s Office
Date
Required for Minors and Interdisciplinary Programs
If this program may impact another unit or is in collaboration with another unit at Mason, the originating department must circulate this proposal for review by those units and obtain the necessary signatures prior to submission. Failure to do so will delay action on this proposal. Unit Name
Unit Approval Name
Unit Approver’s Signature
Date
For Graduate Program s Only Graduate Council Member
Provost Office
Graduate Council Approval Date
For Registrar Office’s Use Only: Received_____________Banner_________________________Catalog_________________________
revised 6/7/12
Biodefense Graduate Certificate Banner Code: TBD Web: pia.gmu.edu The certificate in Biodefense provides an interdisciplinary introduction to manmade and natural biological threats, including a background in the science and technology of biodefense and the specialized areas of threat assessment, non-proliferation, and medical and public health preparedness. This program of study is offered by the Department of Public and International Affairs. For policies governing all graduate certificates, see the Academic Policies chapter of the catalog. Application Requirements Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the graduate certificate in critical analysis and strategic responses to terrorism, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site. Certificate Requirements Two required courses (6 credits) •
BIOD 604 – Introduction to Biodefense 1 Credits: 3
•
BIOD 609 – Biodefense Strategy and Policy Credits: 3
Three elective courses (9 credits) related to biodefense. Courses should be chosen in consultation with an advisor and approved in advance by the program director. Total: 15 credits
MEMORANDUM TO:
CHSS Graduate Curriculum Committee
FROM:
Ann Ludwick, PIA Curriculum Coordinator
DATE:
November 15, 2013
SUBJECT:
PIA Curriculum Changes – Biodefense Graduate Program New CERGs
We propose three new graduate certificates: 1. Certificate in Biodefense 2. Certificate in Science, Technology, Security 3. Certificate in Global Health & Security Our rationale: 1. Certificates are significant recruiting tools: a. They are great for students who want to experience the Biodefense program before committing to the entire degree program. Since all of the credits transition seamlessly to the master’s program, they get to try with zero risk. b. They provide a credential for a student who wants to illustrate a particular strength to potential employers. c. They are also of value to students who are seeking additional education but do not need or want a full master’s degree. 2. Certificates leverage existing course schedules and requirements a. We revised the Critical Analysis and Strategic Responses to Terrorism certificate so that its core courses were the same as the Biodefense area of emphasis in Terrorism & Homeland Security. We have done the same with the new certificates, ensuring that we will always be offering the necessary courses on a regular basis and that we do not have to create new courses. 3. Certificates will help attract online students as well as offline students a. We plan to roll out 16 online courses. We will be able to offer the three graduate certificates as well, which should help us ensure success with the online venture.
Program Approval Form Action Requested: X
For approval of new programs and deletions or modifications to an existing program.
Type (Check one):
Create New (SCHEV approval required except for minors) Inactivate Existing Modify Existing (check all that apply) Title (SCHEV approval required except for minors) Concentration (Choose Add Delete one): Degree Requirements Admission Standards/ Application Requirements Other Changes:
College/School: Submitted by: Effective Term:
2014
Modify
X
Graduate Certificate* Other:
Department: 1415 Ext:
CHSS Ann Ludwick
Fall
B.A. B.S. Minor M.A. M.S. M.Ed. Ph.D. Undergraduate Certificate*
Public & International Affairs [email protected] Email:
Please note: For students to be admitted to a new degree, minor, certificate or concentration, the program must be fully approved, entered into Banner, and published in the University Catalog.
Justification: (attach separate document if necessary)
The certificate in Biodefense provides an interdisciplinary introduction to manmade and natural biological threats, including a background in the science and technology of biodefense and the specialized areas of threat assessment, non-proliferation, and medical and public health preparedness. Existing Program Title: (Required) Title must identify subject matter. Do not include name of college/school/dept.
New/Modified
Biodefense Graduate Certificate
Concentration(s): Admissions Standards / Application Requirements: (Required only if different from those listed in the University Catalog)
Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the graduate certificate in critical analysis and strategic responses to terrorism, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site.
Degree Requirements:
Two required courses (6 credits)
Consult University Catalog for models, attach separate document if necessary using track changes for modifications
•
BIOD 604 – Introduction to Biodefense 1 Credits: 3
•
BIOD 609 – Biodefense Strategy and Policy Credits: 3
Three elective courses (9 credits) related to biodefense. Courses should be chosen in consultation with an advisor and approved in advance by the program director. Courses offered via distance: (if applicable)
15
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED: *For Certificates Only: Indicate whether students are able to pursue on a
Full-time basis
Part-time basis
Approval Signatures Department
Date
College/School
Date
Provost’s Office
Date
Required for Minors and Interdisciplinary Programs
If this program may impact another unit or is in collaboration with another unit at Mason, the originating department must circulate this proposal for review by those units and obtain the necessary signatures prior to submission. Failure to do so will delay action on this proposal. Unit Name
Unit Approval Name
Unit Approver’s Signature
Date
For Graduate Program s Only Graduate Council Member
Provost Office
Graduate Council Approval Date
For Registrar Office’s Use Only: Received_____________Banner_________________________Catalog_________________________
revised 6/7/12
Biodefense Graduate Certificate Banner Code: TBD Web: pia.gmu.edu The certificate in Biodefense provides an interdisciplinary introduction to manmade and natural biological threats, including a background in the science and technology of biodefense and the specialized areas of threat assessment, non-proliferation, and medical and public health preparedness. This program of study is offered by the Department of Public and International Affairs. For policies governing all graduate certificates, see the Academic Policies chapter of the catalog. Application Requirements Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the graduate certificate in critical analysis and strategic responses to terrorism, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site. Certificate Requirements Two required courses (6 credits) •
BIOD 604 – Introduction to Biodefense 1 Credits: 3
•
BIOD 609 – Biodefense Strategy and Policy Credits: 3
Three elective courses (9 credits) related to biodefense. Courses should be chosen in consultation with an advisor and approved in advance by the program director. Total: 15 credits
