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Master’s and Doctoral Degrees2015–2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Global Perspective ...........................................2

MBA Programs ...............................................4 MBA Success Profiles ...................................8

M.S. Programs ..............................................10 M.S. Counseling ........................................10 M.S. Finance ..............................................11 M.S. Human Resource Management ..........11 M.S. Information Security/Assurance .........12 M.S. Physician Assistant Studies .................13

Education Programs ......................................14 M.A.T. Culinary Arts Education ................14 M.A.T. Teacher Education .........................14 M.Ed. Teaching and Learning ...................15 Ed.D. Educational Leadership ...................16

Living in Providence ......................................18

International Services ....................................20

Calendar .................................inside back cover

Programs of Study .............................back cover

Master’s and Doctoral Degrees 2015–2016

DESTINATION: SUCCESS

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, then our professionally-focused master’s and doctoral degree programs can position you for success. Unlike many other graduate programs that focus on theory, ours are developed with input from industry leading companies and designed to help you turn theory into practice.

All of our courses are taught by successful working professionals who know what it takes to succeed and who share that insider knowledge with you. They also bring real world work challenges into the classroom, so you’ll gain both the knowledge and applicable skills that employers are seeking.

Why Johnson & Wales University?

• Accelerated programs, so you can earn your degree in just 12 or 18 months

• Competitive cost and a personal financial planner to help you determine the best way to pay for your education

• Interactive learning that integrates theory with practice in small class settings

• Flexible classes and free parking for working professionals

• Global experience and perspective — our students come from nearly 90 countries

• MBA degrees with concentrations so you can specialize in a particular area

The National Society for Experiential Education honored JWU with its 2014 William M. Burke Presidential Award for Excellence in Experiential Education.

U.S. News & World Report includes JWU in its ‘Best Colleges’ rankings.

Money Magazine included JWU in its ‘Best Value for Your Tuition Dollar’ college list.

JWU ranks third in New England for student enrollment in its MBA programs, behind only Harvard University and Boston University.*

* Providence Business News MBA Programs List for 2014.

Our Reputation

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DIVERSITY

Emmanuel Vincent ’09 Ed.D., was an education policy fellow at Northeastern University when he was awarded a Carnegie Fellowship to study ways to innovate education for the 21st century, in particular for African-American and Latino students coming through the public education system.

Vincent came to JWU to earn a doctorate in educational leadership after completing his master’s in special education. Vincent’s interest lies in charter schools and special education, comparing educational approaches of other nations to build on the best components of all.

“When I got the Fulbright, it was icing on the cake,” says Vincent. “I was very excited. I am from a small place in Liberia, West Africa, and came to America. I’ve been presented with all of this opportunity.”

With Fulbright funding, Vincent traveled to Japan and spent three weeks touring a special education school, a middle school and a high school to observe how the education system works, especially for those with special needs.

Combining his experiences there with research he’d collected in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and Europe, Vincent used the data in his doctoral dissertation, “The Emergent Charter School Model for Ninth Grade Mildly Disabled Students: Extending to Africa.”

He is now an assistant professor of special education at Springfield College in Springfield, Mass., and founder and creative director of Pink Grape Consulting LLC.

Global Perspective

Johnson & Wales University is truly a global university, with more than 1,600

international students from nearly 90 countries. In fact, JWU ranks seventh for universities that offer

master’s degrees for the number of international students enrolled, so you’ll be introduced to the

people, ideas and cultures necessary to develop cultural intelligence and become a global citizen.*

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* Source: Institute of International Education’s 2014 Open Doors report.

JWU counts five Fulbright recipients among its ranks who have left their mark across the globe:

Professor Mari Dias, Ph.D., teaches psychology and sociology at JWU, and taught students at the

University of Zululand in South Africa.

Erin Wilkinson, DBA, is a marketing professor who has taught graduate students Marketing for Microenterprises at the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) at the University of Dar es Salaam.

Shelley Stephenson, Ph.D., dean of international programs and development, received the

2015 Fulbright-Nehru International Education Administrators Award.

She spent two weeks in India visiting universities, private-sector agencies

and other government agencies.

Piyavan Sukalakamala, Ph.D., associate professor in The Hospitality

College, developed a new program in hospitality and tourism management

at Bangkok University in Thailand.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) PROGRAMS

Take your career to the next level — All of our MBA programs are developed and

updated in collaboration with leading companies so you’ll gain the knowledge and skills employers

are looking for. Our professionally focused curriculum includes active learning, which means you’ll

learn by doing and turn theory into practice. Our faculty experts are leaders in the industry they

teach. They know what it takes to achieve success in their respective fields and share their insights

with you. They also bring real world projects and challenges into the classroom, giving you the

opportunity to gain experience.

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GENERAL MBA

Pursue management positions in any regional or international industry with our general MBA. Learn from industry-experienced faculty in small classes, following a practice-based curriculum designed with input from leading companies. Build a solid foundation in all functional areas of business and hone your ability to critically analyze information to deliver optimal solutions for business challenges. You’ll learn to assess and evaluate businesses, taking into account cross-functional environments as they affect ethical decision making in domestic and global organizations.

Plus, you can enhance your degree even more through electives such as marketing, finance, human resources, international business negotiation, entrepreneurship, labor relations and brand management.

MBA with Accounting Concentration

By mastering the core business disciplines and gaining expertise in accounting, you’ll be prepared to pursue management-level positions in any industry around the world.

Building on your preexisting foundation in accounting, this advanced program enables you to develop theoretical knowledge while learning how advanced accounting prin-ciples and techniques are applied in practice. You’ll also gain an understanding of research techniques that successful practitioners use most often.

This program is designed to meet the 150 hours of advanced study requirement that candidates must satisfy to take the Uniform CPA Examination.

Prerequisite and foundation courses must be completed prior to registering for core and concentration classes. For more information, visit catalog.jwu.edu/providence.

MBA with Hospitality Concentration

In the ever-expanding global hospitality industry, professionals equipped with knowledge in all aspects of business management are in demand. Take your career to the next level by pursuing an MBA with a hospitality concentration. You’ll develop knowledge and skills in key areas such as operations management, strategic marketing, hospitality law, HR practices and more, all specific to the industry.

This program is an excellent fit for students with hospitality experience and for hospitality professionals looking to advance into higher-level management positions. Course work is both academic and practical so you’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this industry. To accommodate working professionals, classes are held in the evenings.

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MBA PROGRAMS MBA PROGRAMS

John Benevides ‘98, 01 MBA

John Benevides is vice president of institutional relationship management for CCO Investment Services Co., an affiliate of RBS Citizens, with an estimated $1.75 billion of assets under management. He joined CCO in 2000 and has served in various senior-level and management positions for the company.

“ From a young age, the world of finance fascinated me. My mission has been to help people to help themselves by educating and directing them to sound investment planning.”

— John Benevides ’98, ’01 MBA

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MBA with Information Technology Concentration

As technology continues to become increas-ingly central to the success of organizations in all industries, technology professionals with management skills are in high demand. This program is designed for the experienced technology professional seeking to make the transition to managing people and business operations without losing their professional knowledge and expertise.

You’ll receive a solid foundation in business management to complement your technol-ogy experience and related concentration courses. This concentration will allow you to excel at leading and doing, helping you build strong management skill sets to enhance your technical skills and prepare you to succeed in your field.

ONE-YEAR MBA

Accelerate your career in half the time through this intensive, full-time day pro-gram. Our One-Year MBA begins in June and September and students who remain continually enrolled can graduate the fol-lowing May. The program is tailored for stu-dents who possess an undergraduate degree in business or have completed the foundation courses before entering the program. For more information, visit catalog.jwu.edu/providence.

In this professionally focused program, you’ll be a member of a “cohort”— a group of students with whom you’ll complete projects and courses. The cohort structure allows you to develop a team approach to problem-solving that is essential for success in leadership positions, and provides you with a supportive study environment and a strong network with other professionals.

FAST TRACK MBA FOR JWU UNDERGRADUATES

Set yourself apart from the competition by securing an MBA, and save time and money in the process. If you’re a JWU undergradu-ate, you can earn your bachelor’s and MBA in approximately five years through the 4+1 program.

During your senior year at JWU, you will take up to three graduate-level courses at no additional cost. After completing your bach-elor’s degree, you’ll continue your education by taking the remaining graduate courses required for the MBA. Choose from

• 4+1 B.S./MBA

• 4+1 B.S./MBA with concentrations in Accounting, Hospitality and Information Technology

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MBA PROGRAMS MBA PROGRAMS

PRE-MBA FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

This program is designed for outstanding international students who have completed a three-year bachelor’s degree in countries where the three-year bachelor’s degree is considered the dominant degree in specific areas of study.

Through a Pre-MBA schedule of undergrad-uate courses, this program provides you with the opportunity to equate your education to a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree, while fulfilling MBA program prerequisites.

Eligibility

Students holding a three-year degree from a college or university with a rating of A or better from the National Accreditation Association Council (NAAC) can qualify for direct entry instead of the Pre-MBA.

Students successfully completing the Pre-MBA program with a grade point average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 will enroll directly into their selected MBA program and will receive a nonrenewable $2,000 MBA scholarship awarded over the length of the program.

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MBA SUCCESS PROFILES MBA SUCCESS PROFILES

Luminita Mititelu ’95 MBAVice President and Portfolio Manager Commercial Problem Asset Management Regions Financial Corporation

Luminita Mititelu rose to the level of vice president in her banking career by her early 30s.

In her role at Regions Financial Corporation, Mititelu manages commercial credit relationships, analyzes client data and financial information, determines risks and develops client relationships. Regions, one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, mortgage, and insurance products and services, serves clients in 16 states through nearly 1,700 offices and boasts $117 billion in assets.

“Don’t let a tough economic environment discourage you from seeking career opportunities. Stay focused and learn from every experience; it will help you build your foundation and progress into your desired career,” Mititelu advises.

Kaushik Vardharajan ’99, ‘00 MBAPartner Managing Director Asia Pacific at HVS Global Hospitality Services

Kaushik Vardharajan joined HVS, a global hospitality consulting firm, in 2001 as an analyst at the firm’s New York office. Since joining, he has covered the North American markets, run the firm’s operations in South Asia, launched the Russia consulting practice in Moscow and is now in charge of the Asia Pacific region.

Vardharajan says that his JWU education directly contributed to his career success. “The opportunity to interact with people from across the world was fascinating and helped me become more global in my outlook, something that has been critical during my time with HVS … The blend of theoretical learning in the classroom and practical applications at various practicum facilities was invaluable as it gave me an insight into the American workplace and culture even as a student.”

Dilek Dayinlarli ’06 MBAPrincipal 212 Capital Partners Istanbul, Turkey

With Europe’s sixth largest population, 35 million Internet users and an active e-commerce sector, Turkey is fertile ground for technology start-ups. But there is still much nurturing to do and Dilek Dayinlarli has the skills to do it. As a principal at 212 Capital Partners she invests in early and growth-stage technology companies and works with them to develop their management skills. “Many of the people we see don’t know how to use data,” she told The Wall Street Journal recently. “In e-commerce the power comes from your data.”

Dayinlarli is no stranger to data’s power. Before 212 she was a director of strategy and analysis in Turkey with Groupon, the “deal of the day” website for products and services in metro areas. There she led company growth through new product category launches.

Vinod Keni ’92 MBACo-founder and Partner, Zeus Financial Holdings LLC Co-founder, Antxl Transformation Solutions Co-founder and Partner, Peachtree Capital Partners and Management Advisors Founder and CEO, Aquarian Group LLC

The entrepreneurial spirit that Vinod Keni fostered at JWU has taken him from his homeland of India to Atlanta, Georgia, and back home again.

His venture capital career includes cofounding and supporting new and growing businesses in the U.S. and India and leading two companies through NASDAQ-listed IPOs in the U.S. as chief financial officer. While in the U.S., Keni also cofounded the Atlanta CEO High Tech Council as well as the Atlanta chapter of The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE), for which he is still a global charter member.

As an active member of the Indian Angel Network, India’s largest network of angel investors, Keni mentors and supports growing companies so that they can raise capital.

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Master of Science COUNSELING

Master of Science FINANCE

COUNSELING F INANCE / HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Apply your knowledge of financial theories, practices and technologies to solve complex economic challenges — and create value for organizations and consumers. You’ll critique and interpret financial data to assess and improve entity performance within a moral and ethical framework.

Learn in small classes from faculty experts with experience who know what it takes to be successful in this field — and who’ll get to know you and your career aspirations.

Through electives, you’ll have the option of selecting one of two tracks to prepare for the Certified Financial Planner or Chartered Financial Analyst designation examinations.

With this degree, you’ll be prepared for a variety of management positions in businesses of any kind or size around the world, as well as consulting firms, investing firms and other financial institutions.

Prepare to serve the community as a clinical mental health counselor or an addictions counselor after 18 months of full-time study.

Build the counseling skills that integrate theoretical foundations of professional counseling into positive client interaction and intervention skills, as are required of a master’s level clinician.

This 60-credit program is designed to qualify students to become licensed counselors. Delivered in a cohort model, the program emphasizes the development of attitudes, knowledge and skills essential for professional counselors who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services.

You’ll learn from faculty who are practitioners and hold certifications and licenses in their specialty areas. They’ll bring their experience within the field to your classroom.

You’ll follow a curriculum designed to meet accreditation criteria by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs. It will cover topics such as multicultural counseling theories and techniques, health and wellness counseling, leadership in agency settings and — depending on your focus — topics in addictions counseling or mental health counseling.

In our counseling training laboratory, you’ll receive practical experiential training and digital versions of recorded counseling sessions so you can hone your skills as a counselor.

In addition to the course work required, you’ll complete a 150-hour practicum and 600 hours of internship experiences, both of which count towards hours for licensure. Both will be completed under the supervision of clinical professionals so that

you’ll develop counseling skills that integrate theoretical foundations of professional counseling — leading to certification and/or licensing in your chosen field.

B.S./M.S. IN COUNSELING FOR JWU UNDERGRADUATES

If you’re a JWU undergraduate majoring in psychology or counseling psychology and are planning a career in the field, you should consider taking advantage of the B.S./M.S. in Counseling program. This program allows you to begin taking graduate-level coursework at no extra charge while finishing your undergraduate degree. If you are accepted to the master’s program as a junior, you can take up to three graduate-level courses at no additional cost. After completing your bachelor’s degree, you’ll continue your education by taking the remaining graduate courses required for the M.S. in Counseling.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists (visited May 18, 2015).

Mari Dias, Ed.D. Professor College of Arts & Sciences

Mari Dias recently completed a Fulbright Specialist Scholarship to the University of Zululand, South Africa, where she trained students in the social work program on theories and techniques of counseling.

“ You have to believe that anybody can change. You need to be open to cultural diversity. You need to have a fire in your belly and understand the need for respecting human beings.”

— Mari Dias, Ed.D.

The mental health counseling profession is projected to grow much faster than average as compared to other occupations through 2022.* Develop the knowledge, skills and field experience to excel in this growing field while satisfying your passion to serve the community.

Forbes ranks a master’s in finance as one of the top 10 graduate degrees for earning potential and employment outlook. As a result of the changes in the finance field and the increasing complexity in the market, the modern analyst needs much more extensive training than ever before.

Master of Science HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Master of Science in Human Resource Management degree program prepares you for careers in a variety of managerial and professional positions for a wide range of human resource firms. You’ll gain a broad base of skills necessary to successfully direct employee development, business leadership, and strategic planning initiatives in any industry.

Our program’s curriculum directly aligns with industry-relevant guidelines as determined by both the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).

As you prepare for career advancement in a variety of managerial and professional positions, you’ll learn to apply the models and theories of human resource management at both the strategic and operational levels to improve organizational competitiveness.

In addition, you’ll gain expertise in

• human resource development and succession planning

• business planning

• SWOT analysis

• business process analysis

• development of human capital

• strategic recruitment, selection and planning

• change management

• financial literacy

• information technology

• operations and quality management

• organizational behavior and strategic human resource management

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to sit for the Human Resource Certification Institute’s Profession in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification exams.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in human resources is projected to grow 13 percent from 2012 to 2022.

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INFORMATION SECURITY/ASSURANCE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

Master of Science INFORMATION SECURITY/ASSURANCE (TECHNICAL OR BUSINESS TRACK)

Secure computer systems and protect the information that is created, stored and transmitted with the Master of Science in Information Security/Assurance degree.

Become part of one of the most exciting and fastest growing professions in the U.S.: The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts job growth from 2012 to 2020 between 34 and 37 percent for information security, and 22 percent for information assurance — much higher than the average growth of other occupations.

Classes occur on campus and online, blend-ing the convenience of online learning with

the personalization of face-to-face learning — the best of both worlds.

You’ll integrate information security solutions through different security scenarios to stay ahead of potential hackers.

You’ll also research, develop and test system security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures to ensure information systems reliability and prevent unauthorized access.

After taking core classes, you’ll pursue a technical or business track curriculum based on your career goals.*

You’ll also have the opportunity to prepare for various security certifications, including the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Security Auditor) and SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner) to set yourself apart from the competition.

NEW PROGRAM STARTING IN 2016–17

With data breaches increasing in severity and complexity, threatening retailers, banks, gaming networks, consumers, government and more, information security has become a critical function in the technology sector.

Prepare for a career as a physician assistant, a health care professional who is licensed to practice medicine with the supervision of a physician, through our 24-month, 104-credit, full-time course of study.*

Through this program, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the basic medical sciences, while learning to appreciate the pathogenesis of disease mechanisms from which an understanding of clinical medicine and therapeutics can evolve.

CURRICULUM

During the first 12 months of the program, you’ll follow a curriculum of preclinical studies in preparation for 12 months of clinical experiences.

Year One

Your preclinical courses are progressive and integrated to optimize in-class and personal/group study time. The first summer semester builds a foundation in basic science and

patient care skills. During the fall and spring semesters, you will study each individual body system (cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, etc.) one at a time, focusing on the physiology, pathophysiology, medicine, diagnosis and treatment of diseases in that system before continuing on to the next system. You will then move to modules in specific populations and specialties to include pediatrics, geriatrics, emergency medicine and surgery.

Year Two

Your second year consists of clinical studies, beginning with a three-week introduction to clinical practice. You will complete nine clinical rotations, including seven required rotations in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine, Women’s Health, Behavioral and Mental Health, Emergency Medicine and General Surgery. The remaining two rotations are electives that allow you to further develop skills in the area in which you plan to practice.

This program is designed to meet the requirements that candidates must satisfy to take the Physician Assistant National Certification Examination. For more information, visit www.nccpa.net.

* The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Johnson & Wales University.

CENTER FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

Our program is housed in the new, stand-alone Center for Physician Assistant Studies, ideally located within Providence’s Knowledge District near high-tech health services, research and medical facilities. Located nearby are Rhode Island Hospital, Hasbro Children’s Hospital and Brown University’s Alpert Medical School, providing an ideal setting for immersing yourself in the medical field.

Your classes will be held in the 18,000-square-foot center, which features

• Lecture halls with global teleconferencing capabilities

• Cadaver-based anatomy lab with access to e-study guides at each dissection station

• A clinical practice center, similar to a hospital emergency room

Master of Science PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

Physician assistants are playing an increasingly central role as part of a more patient-centered, team approach to health care. Prepare for this growing and potentially lucrative field through our physician assistant program — the first PA program established in Rhode Island.

* The business track is only available for online delivery. To apply visit, online.jwu.edu.

Our M.Ed. in Teaching and Learning program is a two-year course of study designed to develop master teachers. Aligned to National Board Standards, the curriculum affords practicing teachers an opportunity to use their classrooms as learning laboratories to improve their teaching skills.

The program is cohort-based, where you’ll proceed through the required sequence of courses together with other teachers to create a professional learning community.

You’ll examine teaching and learning through six comprehensive modules over six terms. Classes meet once a week during the academic year and emphasize the integration of theory, research and application.

Key program features include

Problem-based learning — Learn through an examination of authentic problems and issues from K–12 classrooms and schools.

Applied research — Apply theory through your role of teacher as researcher.

Collaborative learning — Learn collaboratively through your community of teachers and faculty which supports and enhances learning.

Technology integration — Learn effective and innovative ways to incorporate technology into your classroom.

Experiential learning — Apply what you learn in class immediately in your own classroom setting, tying together new learning, research-based practices, and ongoing reflection in an effort to improve your students’ learning.

CULINARY ARTS EDUCATION AND TEACHER EDUCATION M. Ed .

Master of Arts in Teaching CULINARY ARTS EDUCATION (2015–16) TEACHER EDUCATION (2016–17)

Become a leader in education through our Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) programs in Culinary Arts Education (noncertification option only) and Teacher Education.

This program will prepare you with the skills necessary to become an effective teacher. Through our curriculum, you’ll learn about research-based theories and best practices, and apply what you’ve learned by working with students in a variety of settings. In this role, you’ll observe and plan lessons for

small-group and whole-class instruction, and reflect on your practice. This practice-based experience, under the guidance of veteran teachers, will allow you to develop your own personal philosophies about management and about education in general.

You’ll attend two or three classes most terms, for either two or three nights a week.

CULINARY ARTS EDUCATION (2015–16)

Culinary Arts Education candidates have the option of preparing for a career in postsecondary culinary arts education by student teaching for 11 weeks with a university cooperating teacher/chef in a university classroom or completing a capstone project under the direction of a university professor.

TEACHER EDUCATION (2016–17)

The Teacher Education program will prepare you to apply for certification in the areas of elementary education/elementary special education or business education/secondary special education.

Additionally, teacher candidates are required to keep a portfolio of evidence based on the Rhode Island Professional Teacher Standards (RIPTS), the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) standards and the Cultural Competency (CC) standards. You’ll have to defend this portfolio as part of your graduation requirements.

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Master of Education in Teaching and Learning (M.Ed.)

In an increasingly diverse educational environment, master teachers are needed as models of best practice. Our M.Ed. program will help you build the professional skills, knowledge and disposition necessary to excel in today’s field of education.

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This research must focus on a practical and significant problem or issue that can be resolved effectively. The doctoral committee must approve all field projects.

Dissertation

Finally, you’ll be required to submit a dissertation that demonstrates you have acquired the technical and professional competencies associated with educational leadership and the ability to conduct research. The dissertation identifies an issue of concern, reports on the existing body of knowledge and presents significant research that would advance present information. If the research and dissertation are collaborative, clearly delineated individual

components will reflect your substantive contribution to the report and its defense.

The dissertation describes a research project in which you apply best theory and practice. The problem may be drawn from your workplace or from some other setting.

In keeping with the mission and conceptual framework of the Educational Leadership program, you’ll be strongly encouraged to develop dissertations on topics dealing with educational leadership in K–16 and lifelong learning settings.

You’ll receive close, ongoing faculty supervision and shall defend the dissertation within three years of approval of the topic. The computerized links between students

and faculty and the small size of the program help ensure a high level of supervision.

For more information about the curriculum, milestones and dissertation process, please visit catalog.jwu.edu/providence.

CARNEGIE PROJECT OF THE EDUCATION DOCTORATE (CPED)

Our commitment to the field is evidenced by our participation in the CPED, a national effort by 88 institutions to reform and strengthen the education doctorate.

Doctor of Education EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

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Become the leader the education field needs through our doctoral program in Educational Leadership. Build the skills to promote excellence in teaching and learning, recognize the need for change, evaluate the options — and lead that change.

Classes meet twice a month on an alternate weekend schedule (Friday evenings and Saturday) with some online delivery of instruction so that you can pursue doctoral study without interrupting your career.

You’ll hone your ability to think, learn and perform as an educational leader through a curriculum that blends academic and work-based learning. Select one of two tracks:

• Elementary/Secondary Education

• Higher Education

Faculty are active in the education field and use a variety of instructional methods with an emphasis on experiential, collaborative, project-based and interactive techniques.

You’ll learn instructional technology that models what tomorrow’s educational leaders will employ in their schools and agencies. Site visits and distinguished visiting professors add to the instructional delivery.

You’ll progress through the program as part of a “cohort” — a group of other education professionals. The cohort structure fosters a team approach to studying and solving educational problems, and interpreting and disseminating the results of educational research. You’ll be able to establish a true network with fellow working scholars who can examine, critique, support and complement one another’s educational practice. The Ed.D. program is offered on a semester basis.

PRINCIPAL RESIDENCY NETWORK (PRN)

As a result of an agreement between JWU and the Principal Residency Network

(PRN), students accepted to the PRN and the JWU doctoral program are able to earn credit toward the Ed.D. degree in Educational Leadership at JWU, provided the student has successfully completed the PRN program.

PROGRAM MILESTONES

In addition to the successful completion of all required coursework, you’ll be prepared to meet the following program milestones to be awarded the educational doctorate.

Comprehensive Assessment

Following your completed course work, you’ll be required to demonstrate that you’ve mastered the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies, and are ready to undertake dissertation work. The assessment has both a written and an oral component and is structured around an educational issue or challenge.

Field Research Project

Upon the completion of course work, you’ll be required to register for a field research project that you’ll propose with the guidance of faculty. Detailed procedures and expectations for the entire research and defense phase of the program appear in the Dissertation Handbook.

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Ed.D. EDUCATION LEADERSHIP Ed.D PROGRAM

Education reform is a dominant social policy issue requiring experienced, well-educated practitioners to lead change. Our unique program is designed to produce such practitioners for a range of leadership positions at the elementary, secondary and post-secondary levels.

Brenda Dann-Messier ’00 Ed.D.Former Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical and Adult Education, United States Department of Education

Education and Workforce Consultant

Adjunct Faculty, Johnson & Wales University

Brenda Dann-Messier ’00 Ed.D., has worked to improve access to education for much of her career, with a primary emphasis on adult, career and technical education, correctional education, and supporting community colleges.

As former Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical and Adult Education, Dann-Messier’s centerpiece achievement was the development of a plan unveiled by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan in spring 2012 that invests $1 billion in education. Entitled “Investing in America’s Future: A Blueprint for Transforming Career and Technical Education”, the plan calls for strengthened emphasis on STEM disciplines along with closer ties with industry. It ensures that the skills taught in CTE programs reflect the labor market’s 21st-century needs, specifically for in-demand occupations within high-growth sectors.

Nowadays, Dann-Messier is back in Rhode Island, working as an independent consultant and as an adjunct faculty member at JWU teaching a class on community and family engagement. She speaks highly of the program’s experiential, cohort-based model. “It prepares leaders for real-life experience, not simply dispensing lofty, abstract ideas,” she says.

Living in Providence THE CREATIVE CAPITAL

Established in 1636 by Roger Williams,

an early settler and champion of religious freedom,

Providence is New England’s second largest city, but

retains its historic charm. Intimate, walkable and safe,

the “Creative Capital” contains examples of nearly

every architectural style to be found in the United

States and is known for its vibrant arts scene.

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IN THE CITY

Providence is being increasingly recognized for its thriving arts, theater, food, music and tech start-up scenes. The city is an ideal college town, with the highest per capita concentration of college students in the U.S. Providence attracts visitors from all around the world who are enticed by its blend of historic and contemporary culture.

Last year, Travel & Leisure magazine ranked Providence No. 1 in a list of “America’s Favorite Cities.” And the city has received lots of other accolades as well, such as

15 Cities for Creative 20-Somethings | Huffington Post

Most Exciting Mid-Sized City | movoto.com

Best Cities for Night Owls | Travel + Leisure

Best Cities for Hipsters | Travel + Leisure

Top 7 Cities for Pizza | Huffington Post

Best City for Geeks | Travel + Leisure

Best City for Diners | Travel + Leisure

Best New Food City | Jetsetter

Theater

For superb theatrical performances, check out nationally award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, which features contemporary and classic plays. Take in a performance at Providence Performing Arts Center, which hosts touring Broadway shows, concerts, musicals and other large-scale happenings.

Art

From May through October, bonfires are lit on the three rivers of downtown Providence as part of a unique urban sculpture known as WaterFire. The fires, together with gondolas along the rivers, performance art and music from around the world, create a unique and enchanting atmosphere.

The world-class Rhode Island School of Design museum located on College Hill showcases more than 86,000 works of art, from ancient civilizations to European masterpieces and avant-garde works of contemporary artists.

Shopping and More

Enjoy shopping at the Providence Place Mall or visit the trendy boutiques on Thayer Street

and Wickenden Street. Go skating at the skating center downcity or cheer on the Providence Bruins at the Dunkin Donuts Center.

BEYOND THE CITY

Nearby Newport, R.I., a 45 minute drive from campus, is an international yachting capital and home to mansions from the Gilded Age. With its spectacular ocean views and beaches, Newport attracts visitors from all over the globe.

While Providence has much to offer, you may want to explore beyond the state. Our central location provides you quick access to other great cities such as Boston (an hour’s drive away) and New York (a three-hour drive from JWU’s Downcity Campus), both accessible by bus or train.

Getting Around Town

The university offers discounted access to Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) for qualified students. RIPTA buses and trolleys can take you where you want to go in Providence and to many other destinations such as Newport, Bristol and the beaches in South County.

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LIVING IN PROVIDENCE LIVING IN PROVIDENCE

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

Because of our welcoming and supportive environment and hospitality orientation, you’ll feel at home on campus. Through our International Student Services (ISS), we’ll do everything possible to help you acclimate — just ask our students. In a recent survey, our international students rated our arrival services well above average when compared with more than 190 institutions worldwide.*

Through ISS, you will find assistance to locate housing, answers to questions about immigration status, and information regard-ing your employment rights and benefits as permitted by your student visa.

* Graduate International Student Barometer Report, 2012.

International Student Housing Options

You will have an international housing coordinator who will help you find suit-able housing and assist with identifying a roommate (if desired), turning on utilities and purchasing the items needed to furnish an apartment. In addition, you can find off-campus housing through Jump-Off Campus a map-based website that allows you to con-nect with local landlords and realtors to help make your apartment-hunting experience much easier. For more information, visit www.jwu-pvd.jumpoffcampus.com.

International Club

Get involved with Cultural Connections Club, JWU’s international student club, which offers cultural, educational, social and professional events and activities to enhance your student experience. Its goal is to bring together students from all backgrounds and to promote cultural understanding.

English Language Institute

The English Language Insitute provides year-round instruction for students learning English as a Second Language (ESL). If you do not meet JWU’s English language proficiency requirements, you will be tested upon arrival to determine which level of ESL you’ll be studying. In the ESL program, you’ll be acquiring the language skills needed to succeed in our graduate programs as well as in the community.

International Orientation Week

All international students are required to attend orientation, which introduces the network of support services the university provides to ensure personal and academic success. University and government regulations and guidelines pertaining to international students will also be defined and discussed.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

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GETTING HERE

T.F. Green Airport, served by most major domestic U.S. airlines, is only 10 minutes away from our campus in Provi-dence. An hour from Boston, Massachusetts, and three hours from New York City, Providence is also within easy reach of such well-known vacation spots as Newport, Rhode Island and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Johnson & Wales University does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, pregnancy or marital status, or any other unlawful basis in admission to, access to, treatment of, or employment in its programs and activities.

Graduate AdmissionsGrace Welcome Center 120 Harborside Blvd., Cranston, RI 02905

Phone 401-598-1015

Email pvdgrad@admissions.jwu.edu

jwu.edu

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Graduate Degree Programs

MBA

MBAwith concentrations in Accounting, Hospitality and Information Technology

ONE-YEAR MBA

4+1 B.S./MBA

4+1 B.S./MBAwith concentrations in Accounting, Hospitality and Information Technology

M.S.CounselingFinanceHuman Resource ManagementInformation Security/Assurance (technical track)Physician Assistant Studies

M.A.T.Culinary Arts Education (2015–16)Teacher Education (2016–17) with specializations in

• Business Education/Secondary Special Education

• Elementary Education/Elementary Special Education

M.ED.Teaching and Learning ED.D.Educational Leadership with specializations in

• Elementary/Secondary Education• Higher Education

Earn your graduate degree online: online.jwu.edu

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