Graduate Business Programs NEW STUDENT HANDBOOK

SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Fall 2016

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Index Orientation Agenda …..……………………………………………..............................……….…… 3 Dean’s Message ……………………………………………………………………………………..…….……. 4 Graduate Business Programs Staff .………………………………………………………….....……… 5 Faculty Advisors & Department Chairs ………………………………………………………....……. 6 Welcome from Assistant Dean & Director ...……………………………………………….. 7 – 38 Academic Advising ……………………………………………………………………...……………. 39 – 53 Programs of Study ………………………………………………………………………...………….. 54 – 63 Academic Calendar ………………………………………………………………………………...... 64 – 66 University Policies ………………………………………………………………………………....…. 67 – 79 Requirements for Master’s Degrees ………………………………………………....……. 80 – 103 Presentation Skills ……….………………………………………………………………...…….. 104 – 105 Graduate Career Management Center ………….………………………………....…… 106 – 115 Get Connected ………………………………………………………………………………....….. 116 – 123 Campus Resources …………………………………………………………………………...…… 124 – 180

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San Diego State University (SDSU) Fall 2016 New Graduate Business Student Orientation GET TO KNOW (Attendance Encouraged, Business Casual) Friday, August 26st, 5:00 - 8:00pm at Oggi’s Pizza Express Located on campus in the Conrad Prebys Student Union at SDSU 5:00pm

Check-in, Oggi's (Campus Map)

5:45pm

Networking and socializing with new and current students, faculty, staff

8:00pm

Official event ends

NEED TO KNOW (Attendance Expected, Business Casual) Saturday, August 27th, 7:30am - 3:00pm at San Diego State University Storm Hall West (SHW) 7:30-8:00am

Check in at the Storm Hall West Terrace (Campus Map) Networking Breakfast with Graduate Business Students

8:00-9:00am

Welcome from the Dean, Director of Graduate Programs, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Director of Study Abroad SHW 12 Review of Campus Student Services

9:00-10:30am

MBA, MSBA, MSIS Case Study Session, SHW 12 Director of Graduate Programs

9:00am-12:00pm

MSA Advising and SAS/BAY Officers Director of the Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy MSA Alumni Panel, SHW 11

10:30-11:00am

MBA, MSBA, MSIS Program Overview and Academic Advising, SHW 12

11:00am-12:00pm

MBA, MSBA, MSIS Presentation Skills Workshop, SHW 12

12:00-12:30pm

Lunch, Storm Hall West Terrace and surrounding area

12:30-1:30pm

Student Panel: Do’s & Don’ts and Q & A, SHW 12

1:30-2:55pm

Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC) and Corporate Panel, SHW 12

2:55-3:00pm

Closing Remarks, SHW 12

3:00-4:00pm

Go to SDSU Bookstore for Books, etc. (Optional)

MSA Students Only

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Message from the Dean’s Office We look forward with excitement to the start of a new school year and are delighted that you will be joining us at San Diego State University. The College of Business Administration is committed to student success and preparing you for a dynamic career. Our College is proud of the recognition it has earned in rankings by U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, and Military Times. Both Professional Woman's Magazine and Hispanic Network Magazine have listed us among their top M.B.A. programs for 2013. We continuously look for new ways to develop relevant and innovative curricula that prepares graduates for rewarding professional careers. Our long standing best-in-class entrepreneurial programs benefit from a generous gift from Leonard Lavin which paved the way for the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center. This center provides our entrepreneurialminded students from across the campus with valuable resources to start and maintain successful businesses that contribute to the global economy. A generous gift from the Lamden Family to honor Dr. Charles W. Lamden supports our goal to provide excellence in accounting education. With generous financial support and gifts provided by Stephen & Marjorie Cushman and Wells Fargo Bank, the Wells Fargo Financial Markets Lab was established to create a unique learning environment for students. Along with real-time data and analysis for class projects, student users of the Lab gain essential skills for careers in finance and related fields. Additionally, contributions from several of our board members and supporters have made possible renovations to our facilities. The Page Pavilion and 3M Sales Lab provide state-of-the-art collaborative space to enrich the classroom experience of business students. Our centers and labs enhance our programs and create numerous opportunities for transformational educational and career-development experiences for students. SDSU’s outstanding faculty have set the bar high with their quality and relevant research. Our faculty focus on creating knowledge in their disciplines, providing models and methods for the practice of business and management, and sharing teaching innovations. SDSU's College of Business Administration is where motivated students and ground-breaking business academics come together. Welcome to the SDSU College of Business Administration community.

George Belch, Ph.D. Interim Dean College of Business Administration San Diego State University

David Ely, Ph.D. Associate Dean College of Business Administration San Diego State University 4

Graduate Business Programs Staff

Dr. Nikhil Varaiya Director Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

Tita Gray Assistant Dean College of Business Administration [email protected]

Greg Tanneberger External/Alumni Relations Coordinator Graduate Career Management Center [email protected]

Michelle Svay Internship & Career Fair Coordinator Graduate Career Management Center [email protected]

Sarah Mercado Advisor/ Recruiter Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

Kristie Dock Advisor/Recruiter Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

Debra Bertram Survey Analyst Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

Vanessa Stracke Peer Advisor Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

Beverly Bracker Director Graduate Career Management Center [email protected]

Teresa Cisneros-Donahue Director of Study Abroad Programs College of Business Administration [email protected]

Nancy Valentine Admissions Coordinator Graduate Business Programs [email protected]

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MSA, MSIS, & MSBA Faculty Advisors & Department Chairs

Damon Fleming Director School of Accountancy [email protected]

Bruce Reinig Chair Management Information Systems [email protected]

Tom Warschauer MSBA Financial & Tax Planning [email protected]

Janie Chang MSA Financial Reporting (last names A-M) [email protected]

Gun-Ho Joh MSA Financial Reporting (last names N-Z) [email protected]

Nancy Jones MSA Accounting Information systems [email protected]

Steve Gill MSA Tax [email protected]

Alex Koster MSIS Last names A-M [email protected]

Murray Jennex MSIS Last Names N-Z [email protected]

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College of Business Administration New Graduate Student Orientation August 27, 2016 George Belch, Interim Dean Tita Gray, Assistant Dean Kristie Dock, Academic Advisor Sarah Mercado, Academic Advisor Teresa Donahue, Study Abroad Director Nikhil Varaiya, Director of Graduate Programs 7

Welcome! • Congratulations on being admitted to the SDSU College of Business Administrations (CBA) and welcome to the Aztec Family…you are now starting your journey as an “Aztec for Life” • This orientation is designed to give you vital information that will prepare you for success in the CBA • Also, note two key dates: • Orientation August 2016 • Commencement May 2017 +/-

Orientation

August 2016

Commencement 8

May 2018

CBA Student Learning Outcomes Upon graduation, College of Business Administration will achieve SUCCESS!

Five key Learning Outcomes

Students will be: Utilizing essential business knowledge Critical thinkers Competent in global perspective Ethically aware Speaking and writing effectively Setting the standard….Aztecs for Life! 9

Top Tips for SDSU CBA Success

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Visit Graduate Business Program (GBP) Office • Recommend a visit each semester • Only dedicated advising center at SDSU • Education/Business Admin (EBA) 448 • M-Th 10-6, F 10-2 (36 hrs/week) • [email protected] • http://cbaweb.sdsu.edu/grad • 619-594-8073 We provide exceptional advising, referral, and recruiting service for current and prospective students in support of the graduate business programs

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Get Involved in High Impact Activities •

“High Impact” activities • Internships • Participate in research activities • Learning communities • Service learning • Study abroad

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Study Abroad Teresa Donahue Study Abroad Director

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CBA Study Abroad

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Get involved on campus •

Join student organizations • Academic and Honor societies • Cultural and religion-based • Fraternities / Sororities • Leadership and political groups • Recreation and sports

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Graduate Business Student Association (GBSA) • The Graduate Business Student Association is a student-run organization created to enrich the educational experience of the Graduate Business students at SDSU • Connect with your colleagues • Networking opportunities • Social functions • Leadership opportunities • Co-Host of Annual All-Grad Mixer (spring) • Join us at: facebook.com/gbsa.sdsu

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National Association of Women MBA’s • The National Association of Women MBAs (NAWMBA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering female business professionals, to assisting women into leadership positions in business, and to enhancing the diversity of the workforce worldwide. We serve four related client groups: female MBA students, female business professionals and MBA-level entrepreneurs, universities and corporate partners.

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CBA Student Organizations

College of Business Council (CBC)

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CBA Toastmasters Certificate Course • • •

The Toastmasters Certificate Course was introduced to help to develop speaking, communication and presentation skills for CBA students – only for CBA students A voluntary course (now in it’s 5th semester) with funding provided by the CBA Dean’s Foundation Fund The CBA works closely with the San Diego county District 5 Toastmasters to present this course • Fridays, 2:00-3:30 pm, for 10 weeks Application on BAC website “Best of the Best Champions”

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Take advantage of student resources • • • • • • • • • • • •

Graduate Business Programs Office (only College with own Advising!) Graduate Career Management Center/Career Services Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities Commuter Student Resource Center Counseling and Psychological Services Financial Aid and Scholarships International Student Center Ombudsman Student Life and Leadership Student Disability Services Student Health Services University Advising and Evaluations

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Purchasing textbooks • Aztec Shops (Campus Bookstore) will have a representative here at 3:00 pm today to escort you to the bookstore • Purchase textbooks, computers, parking passes etc. • Open today only until 6:00 pm!

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Get to know professors/attend office hours • Visit professors during their office hours • Ask questions about course material or assignments, discuss your major, get career coaching • Don’t wait until the end of the semester if you are in trouble • Opportunity to develop a potential source for research opportunities, letters of recommendation, job references and other career support

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Read textbooks and do homework •

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Textbooks • Purchase textbook (new/used) or rent from bookstore • Or online, but it is YOUR responsibility to get the correct edition! • Starving students: ask professor if they can put a copy of text in Library reserve room • Texts are selected to augment lectures; material may not be fully covered in class but you are expected to read and understand everything Homework • Many courses have on-line homework – make sure these deadlines are noted in your planner • Some professors assign homework but do not require you to turn it in – do it anyway! 23

Read and fully understand syllabus •

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Syllabus is a “Social Contract” • Syllabus as “social contract” or agreement regarding expected student behavior and performance • Description/explanation of student and faculty responsibilities for contributing to a successful learning climate Includes • Learning outcomes • Expectations for appropriate conduct • Grading policies • Full semester of assignments Note: most Professors do not make copies of syllabus but post on BlackBoard (classroom management system) • Make a hardcopy or save a copy on your computer for easy access

You are responsible for all the information on the syllabus!

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Get a planner and use it • Using a planner: 1. Schedule all exams and assignments for entire semester 2. Schedule class and study times, work, entertainment and sleep 3. Follow the plan! • Get SDSU “Mortar Board” planner (or Google Calendar, etc.) • Bonus: Mortar Board planner includes discount coupons for SDSU gear!

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Plan Your Study Time! • Students should allow 2-3 hours per unit per week for study time plus class time • Formula to determine Academic Time and Student Schedule: Academic Time = Study Time (Units x 3) + Class Time

Example: Student taking 6 units Academic Time = Study time (18) + Class Time (6) = 24 hours! Student Schedule = Academic Time + Work Time + Involvement Example: Student taking 6 units, working 40 hours with 5 hours involvement

Student Schedule = Academic Time (24) + Work Time (40) + Involvement (5) = 69 hours! 26

Go to class •

DO: • Arrive to class on time, stay for full class • Participate in class discussions • Take notes • Ask meaningful questions • Get to know your class mates – develop study groups • Turn off your phone • Include your RedID on everything • DON’T: • Disturb professor prior to class – they are busy getting ready • Leave early • Ask for a grade estimate before/after class 27

Know your Rights & Responsibilities •

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The university is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy living and learning environment for students, faculty, and staff • Each member of the campus community should choose behaviors that contribute toward this end • Students are expected to be good citizens and to engage in responsible behaviors that reflect well upon their university, to be civil to one another and to others in the campus community, and contribute positively to student and university life Academic Dishonesty is not tolerated • Professors are required to report any behavior that is intended to gain unfair academic advantage (cheating, plagiarism and any other forms of academic dishonesty) 28

Be Accountable for YOUR Education •

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Maintain good academic standing • 3.0 minimum GPA for Advancement to Candidacy • Below 2.85 GPA puts you on Academic Probation Know the year of your Graduate Bulletin and the requirements for your degree as listed in the Graduate Bulletin and on your Program Of Study (POS) Be responsible for your academic record Validate your education direction using career development tools and services

Have a little fun too: Find the “work hard/play hard” balance! 29

Top 10 Tips for SDSU CBA Success 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Be accountable for YOUR education Know your rights and responsibilities Go to class Get a planner and use it Read and fully understand each syllabus Read textbooks and do homework Get to know your professors and attend office hours 8. Take advantage of student resources 9. Get involved on campus 10. Visit the Business Advising Center (BAC) each semester to ensure you are on-track

“OK, this all sounds good, But what about __________?”

CBA Myth vs. Reality

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CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: All professors are either: • Full-time, tenured researchers, or • Part-time Lecturers • Reality: We have a healthy mix of both! • Tenured professors bring academic and research excellence • Lecturers bring “real world” experience • Both tenured professors and lecturers strive for teaching excellence • SDSU holds professors accountable with student evaluations for each course 31

CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: During Registration, you can enroll in any class you want, prerequisites don’t matter • Reality: Registration and Prerequisites are strictly enforced! • Registration • You’re responsible to register for courses you are eligible to take • Use Graduate Bulletin to check prerequisites and course options • Pay attention to Class Schedule • Ask for help from Staff Advisors • Prerequisites are strictly enforced • Faculty may drop students without prerequisites completed • Prerequisites are YOUR responsibility! 32

CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: Parking sucks • Reality: Yes, it does! But it gets better after the first three weeks of each semester • Take the Trolley or a Bus – both stop ON-CAMPUS! • If you must drive, follow these hints • Easier to find spaces earlier in the day, most difficult in the afternoon • Arrive EARLY, at least 30 minutes prior to class (during first three weeks, arrive 2 hours prior to your class)

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CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: As a spouse / friend / parent, I am able to discuss my student’s academic status with their professors and advisors • Reality: NO! • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits sharing student information without the student's prior written consent • Students should communicate openly with family about academic record and progress

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CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: I had a bad semester and I am on Probation – I won’t be able to recover • Reality: Yes you can, but you must be very careful so you don’t get disqualified and so that you eventually get back to a 3.0 GPA • Disqualification • In your first semester on probation you must earn a 2.85 or higher semester GPA in order to continue • In your second semester on probation your must bring your cumulative GPA to 2.85 or higher to continue • If disqualified, cannot attend SDSU for one semester, must apply for re-admission • Strategies for success • Make education your #1 priority • Come to the GBP Office for advising and support 35

CBA Myth vs. Reality • Myth: There is no process to resolve a problem with a class or a professor • Reality: Yes there is a process – must follow steps in this order: 1. Discuss directly with the professor 2. Talk to the Department Chair

3. Contact the Assistant Dean Tita Gray, [email protected] 619-594-5828 4. Go to the Ombudsman

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College of Business Administration Graduate Orientation Dr. Nikhil Varaiya Director, Graduate Programs Professor of Finance

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Recommendations for Academic & Professional Success in Graduate Business Programs • • • • • • • • •

Successful completion of modules: Finance/Economics/Statistics (combined; required for some students), Quantitative Skills, Accounting, & Spreadsheets Preparation for classes: 2-3 hours of out of class study for each hour of inclass instruction Be engaged with your course faculty; regular attendance in classes Be aware of serious consequences for ethical transgressions – cheating on exams/assignments; plagiarism on work submission Be in close contact with Graduate Programs Advisors Be engaged with the Graduate Career Management Center and its offerings Your Career Search & Professional Development is an ongoing process that begins in the first semester of your program Importance of responding to survey requests from CBA, and ranking agencies Ultimately you are responsible for your academic and professional wellbeing; we are here to help you in that process 38

Academic Advising

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Graduate Business Programs Academic Advising August 27, 2016 Graduate Advisors Sarah Mercado (Last Names A-M) Kristie Dock (Last Names N-Z) Peer Advisor: Vanessa Stracke & Jonas Meyer 40

Higher Education & Acronyms • We

Acronyms!

• Important Ones to Know: • SDSU • CBA • GBP • GPA • ACCTG, BA, FIN, MGT, MIS, MKTG • POS

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Web Portal

Make sure your contact information is up-to-date File for a Leave of Absence if you can’t attend during Fall or Spring semester (see advisor for more details) Check your final grades here Clear registration holds & plan classes ahead of time Find your required books here 42

Blackboard https://blackboard.sdsu.edu/ • Username and password are same as WebPortal • Access course syllabi, professor’s contact information, class assignments, course readings, and more • We recommend logging into your account a few days before school starts

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Class Schedule https://sunspot.sdsu.edu/schedule/search • Easy to search by course subject • Can change term on left-hand side of the page to see past course offerings • Typical Dates of Schedule Release o Fall: Mid May o Spring: Late October or early November o Summer: Early April

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Graduate Bulletin http://arweb.sdsu.edu/es/catalog/bulletin/ Has important, detailed information on: • Academic Calendar • POS filing and requirements • Conditional (Admit) Status vs. Classified Status • Leave Of Absence • Transfer units • Graduation Requirements (GPA, etc.) • All the requirements and rules you need to know now, not wished you knew later! 45

Graduate Business Website www.sdsu.edu/graduatebusiness Important Resources: • Program of Study (POS) planning forms • Faculty and Staff Advisor’s contact information • MBA Electives and Specialization Advising sheets • Graduate Professional Fee Waiver form • Link to Course Syllabi • Study Abroad information • Student resources and more!

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Program of Study (POS) What is a POS? • A POS lists all courses required in order for you to graduate with a Master’s Degree from SDSU • Your POS is typically submitted to the University by a Graduate Advisor one semester prior to graduation • It is a good idea to review your unofficial (paper) POS with your advisor at least once a year

• MBA Students will make their POS with Kristie/Sarah; all other programs will work with their Faculty Advisor • You need an approved POS to enroll in the Capstone course 47

MBA Program of Study (POS) Name, RedID

Core Courses Strategy Course Elective Courses Culminating Experience

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Program of Study (POS) Important POS Requirements

• A grade point average of at least 3.0 (B) must be maintained on all POS courses. A grade of C- or below is not passing and cannot be used on the POS. • Unit limitations for CR/NC courses, courses taken outside of the College of Business, and 500 level coursework vary by program. Please speak with an academic advisor if you have any questions.

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Example MBA Schedule Full Time (45 Units: 15 classes) Fall 2016

Spring 2017

Fall 2017

Spring 2018

BA 623

BA 627

BA 630 (or SP 18)

Elective

BA 624

BA 628

Elective

Elective

BA 625

BA 629

Elective

BA 795

BA 626

Elective

Elective

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Example MBA Schedule Part Time (45 Units: 15 classes) Fall 2016

Spring 2017

Fall 2017

Spring 2018

BA 623

BA 625

BA 627

BA 629

BA 624

BA 626

BA 628

Elective

Fall 2018

Spring 2019

Fall 2019

Spring 2020

BA 630 (or future)

Elective

Elective

BA 795

Elective

Elective

Elective

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Questions?

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Contact the GBP Office

Graduate Business Programs Website: www.sdsu.edu/graduatebusiness Phone: (619) 594-8073 Email: [email protected] 53

SDSU COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL PROGRAM OF STUDY FOR THE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) Fall 2014 Admits and After LASTNAME

FIRSTNAME

RED ID

CORE COURSES (21 Units) Students may waive up to 6 units of the core requirements with prior approval. Please see an advisor for more information. Course # BA 623 BA 624 BA 625 BA 626 BA 627 BA 628 BA 629

Course Title Units Grade Statistical Analysis 3 Organizational Behavior & Leadership 3 Financial & Management Accounting 3 Business Economics 3 Marketing 3 Operations & Supply Chain Management 3 Financial Management 3

BUSINESS STRATEGY (3 Units) Students must complete all core courses (BA 623-BA 629) prior to taking BA 630. Course # Course Title BA 630 Business Strategy

A grade point average of at least 3.0 (B) must be maintained on all program of study courses. Please note that a grade of C- or below is not passing and cannot be used on the program of study. No more than six units of CR/NC courses may be taken: 780 (Field Studies), 797 (Research) and 798 (special study). No more than six units may be taken outside the College of Business Administration with prior approval. Up to six units of 500 level coursework may be included on the Program of Study.

Units Grade 3

OPTIONAL SPECIALIZATION Specialization:

ELECTIVES (18 Units) Course #

Course Title

Units 3 3 3 3 3 3

Grade

Units

Grade

Transfer Courses (Students with a Program of Study that is 39 units long, may transfer in 9 units. Students with a Program of Study that is 42-45 units long, may tranfer in 12 units.) College or University _________________________ ___________________________________________ Date Completed _____________________________

CULMINATING EXPERIENCE (3 Units) Course #

Course Title

BA 795

Business Consulting

3

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Thesis

3

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OFFICE USE ONLY

CONF. #

OR BA 799

TOTAL UNITS:

(39-45)

ADVISOR SIGNATURE

DATE

STUDENT SIGNATURE

DATE

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MSA: Accounting Information Systems (AIS) Specialization Overview The MSA-AIS specialization provides students with an academic curriculum that integrates accounting and information systems. MSA-IS students developed the knowledge and skills to become accountants with expertise in information systems and business process management. The MSA-AIS specialization is designed primarily for students interested in pursuing careers in AIS related positions in internal audit, assurance services, information technology auditing, and consulting. The MSA-AIS specialization prepares students to take the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam, the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam, and the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.

Core Business Prerequisite Courses Core business prerequisites that have not been met prior to enrolling in the MSA program are expected to be satisfied by completing graduate courses at SDSU. BA 623: Statistical Analysis (undergraduate equivalent: statistical analysis for business) BA 624: Organizational Behavior and Leadership (undergraduate equivalent: management and organizational Behavior) BA 625: Financial and Management Accounting (undergraduate equivalent: financial and managerial accounting) BA 626: Business Economics (undergraduate equivalent: microeconomics and macroeconomics) BA 629: Financial Management (undergraduate equivalent: fundamentals of finance) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in business will have likely satisfied this entire set of prerequisites. Completion of these courses will not count toward the MSA degree. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions.

Accountancy Core Courses Accountancy core courses that have not been completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program must be completed as part of the MSA degree. ACCTG 620: Financial Measurement and Reporting (equivalent non-MSA course: intermediate accounting) ACCTG 621: Accounting Information Systems ACCTG 624: Tax for Managers (equivalent non-MSA course: taxation for business entities) ACCTG 625: Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis (equivalent non-MSA course: cost accounting) ACCTG 626: Assurance and Auditing Services (equivalent non-MSA course: auditing) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in accounting will have likely completed equivalent courses. Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions. Only three core accountancy courses (9 units) may be included as part of the MSA program of study.

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MSA: Accounting Information Systems (AIS) Specialization Example Programs of Study1, 2 The MSA program requires students complete at least ten courses (i.e., a minimum of 30 semester units) beyond the core business prerequisites. The following are example Programs of Study (POS) for MSA-AIS students. The sets of courses are not exhaustive and other courses may be taken depending on students’ individual needs and with Adviser approval. Official Programs of Study (POS) are determined by an MSA Adviser based on students’ goals. Students must meet with an MSA Adviser prior to enrolling in any courses. See the Graduate Bulletin for course prerequisites and additional course information. Sample POS: Non-Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Accounting Information Systems Course No. Course Title Units ACCTG 620* Financial Measurement and Reporting 3 ACCTG 621* Accounting Information Systems 3 ACCTG 624* Tax for Managers 3 ACCTG 625* Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis 3 ACCTG 626* Assurance and Auditing Services 3 MIS 687** Data Communications and Networks 3 ACCTG 673 Accounting Information Systems Development 3 ACCTG 675 Seminar in AIS Audit and Control 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 MIS 750 Project Management 3 MIS 755 Information Security Management 3 AIS Electives Choose One(1): 3 ACCTG 505 Fraud Examination ACCTG 522 International Financial Reporting ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting ACCTG 660 Seminar in Accounting Theory ACCTG 661 Seminar in International Accounting ACCTG 663 Financial Statement Analysis ACCTG 670 Seminar in Assurance Services ACCTG 681 Seminar in Regulatory and Management Controls ACCTG 729 Seminar in Forensic Accounting MIS 686 Database Management MIS 691 Decision Support Systems MIS 695 System Development I MIS 697 System Development II MIS 749 Business Analytics MIS 752 Seminar in Supply Chain Control and Planning (SAP/ERP) MIS 753 Global Supply Chain Management Total units 36

Semester Offered Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Spring Fall/Spring Fall Fall/Spring Fall Fall/Spring/Summer Spring Spring/Summer

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MSA: Accounting Information Systems (AIS) Specialization Sample POS: Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Accounting Information Systems Course No. Course Title Units MIS 687** Data Communications and Networks 3 ACCTG 673 Accounting Information Systems Development 3 ACCTG 675 Seminar in AIS Audit and Control 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 MIS 750 Project Management 3 MIS 755 Information Security Management 3 AIS Electives Choose Four(4): 12 ACCTG 505 Fraud Examination ACCTG 522 International Financial Reporting ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting ACCTG 660 Seminar in Accounting Theory ACCTG 661 Seminar in International Accounting ACCTG 663 Financial Statement Analysis ACCTG 670 Seminar in Assurance Services ACCTG 681 Seminar in Regulatory and Management Controls ACCTG 729 Seminar in Forensic Accounting MIS 686 Database Management MIS 691 Decision Support Systems MIS 695 System Development I MIS 697 System Development II MIS 749 Business Analytics MIS 752 Seminar in Supply Chain Control and Planning (SAP/ERP) MIS 753 Global Supply Chain Management Total units 30

Semester Offered Fall Fall/Spring Fall Fall/Spring/Summer Spring Spring/Summer

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minimum of 12 units of accountancy courses must be numbered 650 or higher, including the ACCTG 790. maximum of 9 units of 500 level courses may be included in a POS. * Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived and/or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. ** Students with an undergraduate course in equivalent information systems may waive this course. Although the course may be waived, students still need to meet the required 30 units. 2A

For questions contact Nancy Jones, ([email protected])

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Masters of Science in Accountancy: Financial Reporting Specialization Overview The MSA-Financial Reporting Specialization (FRS) provides students with an academic curriculum that focuses on enhancing the quality of information for business decision-making, with an emphasis on developing the communication and problem-solving skills to responsibly contribute to financial reporting processes. MSA-FRS students develop a framework for financial reporting grounded in the principles of measurement, disclosure, control, and assurance. Students also have the flexibility to explore topics such as financial statement analysis, accounting theory and research, accounting information systems, corporate finance, and assurance services that transcend traditional financial statement audits. The MSA-FRS is designed primarily for students interested in pursuing financial reporting careers in assurance services and corporate industry, but is flexible enough to allow students to customize their graduate accounting coursework to meet specific career objectives. The MSA Program curriculum meets the accounting education requirements for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in California, and can also be customized to prepare students for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams.

Core Business Prerequisite Courses Core business prerequisites that have not been met prior to enrolling in the MSA program are expected to be satisfied by completing graduate courses at SDSU. BA 623: Statistical Analysis (undergraduate equivalent: statistical analysis for business) BA 624: Organizational Behavior and Leadership (undergraduate equivalent: management and organizational Behavior) BA 625: Financial and Management Accounting (undergraduate equivalent: financial and managerial accounting) BA 626: Business Economics (undergraduate equivalent: microeconomics and macroeconomics) BA 629: Financial Management (undergraduate equivalent: fundamentals of finance) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in business will have likely satisfied this entire set of prerequisites. Completion of these courses will not count toward the MSA degree. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions.

Accountancy Core Courses Accountancy core courses that have not been completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program must be completed as part of the MSA degree. ACCTG 620: Financial Measurement and Reporting (equivalent non-MSA course: intermediate accounting) ACCTG 621: Accounting Information Systems ACCTG 624: Tax for Managers (equivalent non-MSA course: taxation for business entities) ACCTG 625: Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis (equivalent non-MSA course: cost accounting) ACCTG 626: Assurance and Auditing Services (equivalent non-MSA course: auditing) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in accounting will have likely completed equivalent courses. Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions. Only three core accountancy courses (9 units) may be included as part of the MSA program of study.

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Example Programs of Study1, 2 The MSA program requires students complete at least ten courses (i.e., a minimum of 30 semester units) beyond the core business prerequisites. The following are example Programs of Study (POS) for MSA-FRS students. The sets of courses are not exhaustive and other course may be taken depending on students’ individual needs with MSA Adviser approval. Official Programs of Study (POS) are determined by an MSA Adviser based on students’ goals. Students must meet with an MSA Adviser prior to enrolling in any courses. See the Graduate Bulletin for course prerequisites and additional course information. Sample POS: Non-Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Public Accounting Audit Course No. Course Title Units ACCTG 620* Financial Measurement and Reporting 3 ACCTG 621* Accounting Information Systems 3 ACCTG 624* Tax for Managers 3 ACCTG 625* Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis 3 ACCTG 626* Assurance and Auditing Services 3 ACCTG 501 Advanced Financial Accounting 3 ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting 3 ACCTG 660 Seminar in Accounting Theory 3 ACCTG 663 Financial Statement Analysis 3 ACCTG 670 Seminar in Assurance Services 3 ACCTG 673 Accounting Information Systems Development 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 Total units 36 Sample POS: Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Public Accounting Audit Course No. Course Title Units ACCTG 505 Fraud Examination 3 ACCTG 522 International Financial Reporting Standards 3 ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting 3 ACCTG 657 Seminar in Accounting for Income Taxes 3 ACCTG 660 Seminar in Accounting Theory 3 ACCTG 663 Financial Statement Analysis 3 ACCTG 670 Seminar in Assurance Services 3 ACCTG 673 Accounting Information Systems Development 3 FIN 652 Seminar in Security Analysis and Portfolio Management 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 Total units 30

Semester Offered Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Fall Fall/Spring Fall/Spring

Semester Offered Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Spring Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Fall Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring

1A

minimum of 12 units of accountancy courses must be numbered 650 or higher, including the ACCTG 790. maximum of 9 units of 500 level courses may be included in a POS. * Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived and/or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. 2A

For questions contact Professor Damon M. Fleming ([email protected])

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Master of Science in Accountancy: Taxation Specialization Overview The objective of the Master of Science degree program in Accountancy (MSA) is to provide students with advanced technical competencies in a specialized area within the field of accounting. The MSA-Taxation Specialization (TAX) program provides in-depth specialization in taxation to prepare students for a successful career as a tax professional with a public accounting firm, a corporate tax department, or governmental agency. The program develops the skills and expertise tax professionals need to assist clients with a variety of tax federal, state, local and international issues. The MSA-TAX also emphasizes developing student research, communication and problemsolving skills so they can dependably assist clients with business transactions. The MSA-TAX prepares students to take the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and the Enrolled Agents Exam (EA).

Core Business Prerequisite Courses Core business prerequisites that have not been met prior to enrolling in the MSA-TAX program are expected to be satisfied by completing graduate courses at SDSU. BA 623: Statistical Analysis (undergraduate equivalent: statistical analysis for business) BA 624: Organizational Behavior and Leadership (undergraduate equivalent: management and organizational Behavior) BA 625: Financial and Management Accounting (undergraduate equivalent: financial and managerial accounting) BA 626: Business Economics (undergraduate equivalent: microeconomics and macroeconomics) BA 629: Financial Management (undergraduate equivalent: fundamentals of finance) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in business will have likely satisfied this entire set of prerequisites. Completion of these courses will not count toward the MSA degree. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions.

Accountancy Core Courses Accountancy core courses that have not been completed prior to enrolling in the MSA-TAX program must be completed as part of the MSA degree. ACCTG 620: Financial Measurement and Reporting (equivalent non-MSA course: intermediate accounting) ACCTG 621: Accounting Information Systems ACCTG 624: Tax for Managers (equivalent non-MSA course: taxation for business entities) ACCTG 625: Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis (equivalent non-MSA course: cost accounting) ACCTG 626: Assurance and Auditing Services (equivalent non-MSA course: auditing) Note: Students with an undergraduate degree in accounting will have likely completed equivalent courses. Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. See the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions. Only three core accountancy courses (9 units) may be included as part of the MSA program of study.

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Example Programs of Study1, 2 The MSA-TAX program requires students complete at least ten courses (i.e., a minimum of 30 semester units) beyond the core business prerequisites. The following are example Programs of Study (POS) for MSA-TAX students. The sets of courses are not exhaustive and other course may be taken depending on students’ individual needs with adviser approval. Official Programs of Study (POS) are determined by an MSA Adviser based on students’ goals. Students must meet with an MSA-TAX adviser prior to enrolling in any courses. See the Graduate Bulletin for course prerequisites and additional course information. Sample POS: Non-Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Taxation Course No. Course Title Units ACCTG 620* Financial Measurement and Reporting 3 ACCTG 621* Accounting Information Systems 3 ACCTG 624* Tax for Managers 3 ACCTG 625* Managerial and Financial Reporting and Analysis 3 ACCTG 626* Assurance and Auditing Services 3 ACCTG 650 Tax Research 3 ACCTG 651 Corporate Tax 3 ACCTG 654 Partnership Tax 3 ACCTG 656 California and Multi-State Tax 3 Tax Electives Choose One: 3 ACCTG 503 Individual Income Tax ACCTG 655 Tax Planning for High Net Worth Individuals ACCTG 657 Accounting for Income Tax ACCTG 659 International Tax FIN 585 Estate Planning ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 Total units 36 Sample POS: Accounting Undergraduate Major Practice Area: Taxation Course No. Course Title Units ACCTG 650 Tax Research 3 ACCTG 651 Corporate Tax 3 ACCTG 654 Partnership Tax 3 ACCTG 656 California and Multi-State Tax 3 Tax Electives Choose Four: 12 ACCTG 503 Individual Income Tax ACCTG 655 Tax Planning for High Net Worth Individuals ACCTG 657 Accounting for Income Tax ACCTG 659 International Tax FIN 585 Estate Planning Free Elective Any other appropriate course approved by the tax advisor ACCTG 630 Ethics in Accounting 3 ACCTG 790 Case Studies in Accounting Practice (required capstone) 3 Total units 30

Semester Offered Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Spring Fall/Spring/Summer Fall Fall/Spring

Fall/Spring/Summer Fall/Spring

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Fall/Spring/Summer Fall/Spring

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minimum of 12 units of accountancy courses must be numbered 650 or higher, including the ACCTG 790. maximum of 9 units of 500 level courses may be included in a POS. * Equivalent courses completed prior to enrolling in the MSA program will be waived or replaced with appropriate elective courses as needed. 2A

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SDSU COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM OF STUDY FOR THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS BEGINNING FALL 2015

LAST NAME

FIRST NAME

RED ID

0. Completion of Prerequisites (enter “W” if waived; enter semester completed otherwise) _______BA 625; _______ BA 627; _______ BA 628 1. CORE COURSES & OPEN ELECTIVE (21 Units) With the approval of the graduate adviser, a substitute course may be allowed in place of a required course after reviewing student credentials.

Required core (IS Technology, Select 9 units)

Required core (IS Management & Analytics , Select 9 units)

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MIS 686 MIS 687 MIS 695 MIS 697 MIS 752 MIS 688 MIS 748 MIS 749 MIS 750 MIS 755 BA 623

Enterprise Data Management Business Data Communications Business Systems Analysis and Design Project Planning and Development Seminar in Supply Chain & Enterprise Resource Planning Information Systems and Strategies in Organizations Seminar in Applied Multivariate Analytics Business Analytics Strategic Project Management Information Systems Security Management Statistical Analysis

Open elective (3 units)

Enter “X” if substitute course is authorized by adviser

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A grade point average of at least 3.0 (B) must be maintained on all program of study courses. Please note that a grade of C- or below is not passing and cannot be used on the program of study.

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GBP Adviser Signature

Date

Faculty Adviser Signature

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Student Signature

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3. CULMINATING EXPERIENCE (3 Units) OR

Course # MIS 790 MIS 799

Course Title Directed Readings in MIS Thesis

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Grade

TOTAL UNITS: (36) 62

SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY ADVISING SHEET Master of Science in Business Administration Concentration in Financial and Tax Planning

Name _________________________________

Red ID Number # _______-_______-______

Phone ______-_______-________

Address ____________________________

Email: __________________________________

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Prerequisites: Met Not Met ____ _______

Financial Acct1 (ACCT 201 or equiv.)

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Statistics1

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Personal Financial Planning

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Individual Insurance Management

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Seminar in Estate Planning

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ACCT 5031

Federal Taxation of Individuals

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Financial Planning Practicum 1

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FIN 6522,3

3

ACCT 6553

Tax Planning for Individuals

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FIN 6592

Decision Making in a World Economy

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ACCT 6202 or ACCT 6632

Financial Reporting and Analysis II

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Financial Statement Analysis

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Financial Risk Management

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Tax Research and Planning

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California & Multistate Taxation

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Cross-Cultural Counseling Communication Skills

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Academic Calendar SUMMER TERM 2016 May 23 May 23-July 1 May 23-August 16 May 23 May 30 June 1 June 3 July 1 July 1

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August 19 August 19

First day of summer term. Session S1 term. Session T1 term. First day of S1 and T1 classes. Holiday – Memorial Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. Last day to add/drop S1 classes. Last day to add/drop T1 classes. Applications for advanced degree for May and August 2017 graduation accepted. Without Risk: Final day for submitting thesis with the $20 processing fee (without risk) to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review to have the best likelihood for graduation in summer 2016. Last day of S1 classes. Holiday – Independence Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. At Risk: Theses may be submitted to Montezuma Publishing on an at-risk basis. However, summer 2016 graduation is contingent upon review approval and completion of final publishing by noon on August 15. Students missing the publishing deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Session S2 term. First day of S2 classes. Last day to add/drop S2 classes. Census. Last day for submission of Incomplete and RP grade removals (excluding thesis) for August 2016 graduation with advanced degree. Last day for reporting results on comprehensive examinations to the Division of Graduate Affairs by department or college. Final: Thesis review process, including publishing, must be completed by noon on this date at Montezuma Publishing. Students missing the final deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Last day of T1 and S2 classes. (Final examinations are the last day of classes for each summer session.) Last Day to Submit: Final day, by noon, to submit thesis with a processing fee to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review without having to enroll in Thesis 799B the following semester. Last day of summer term. Grades due from instructors. (11 p.m. deadline.)

FALL SEMESTER 2016 August 1

August 22 August 23 August 25 August 29 September 5

Applications for admission or readmission to San Diego State University for the spring semester 2017 accepted from domestic and international (foreign) students.* First day of fall semester. Last day to officially withdraw for fall semester 2016 and receive a full refund. Convocation. First day of classes. Holiday – Labor Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed.

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2016-2017 Last day for faculty to drop students from classes. Last day to file application for advanced degree for December 2016 graduation. Last day to add/drop classes or change grading basis. Last day for payment of fees. Last day to officially withdraw from the university without penalty fee for fall semester 2016. Last day to file petition for concurrent master’s degree credit for fall semester 2016. Census. Applications for admission or readmission to San Diego State University for the fall semester 2017 accepted from domestic and international (foreign) students.* Without Risk: Final day for submitting thesis with the $20 processing fee (without risk) to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review to have the best likelihood for graduation in fall 2016. Last day to officially withdraw from all classes for fall 2016 and receive a prorated refund (withdrawal after November 7 requires special approval and a penalty fee is assessed). At Risk: Theses may be submitted to Montezuma Publishing on an at-risk basis. However, fall 2016 graduation is contingent upon review approval and completion of final publishing by noon on December 19. Students missing the publishing deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Holiday – Veteran’s Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. Last day for submission of incomplete and RP grade removals (excluding thesis) for December 2016 graduation with an advanced degree. No classes. Campus open. Holiday – Thanksgiving recess. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. Last day for reporting results on comprehensive examinations to the Division of Graduate Affairs by department or college. Last day of classes. Final examinations. Final: Thesis review process, including publishing, must be completed by noon on this date at Montezuma Publishing. Students missing the final deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Holiday – Winter break. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. No classes. Campus open. Grades due from instructors. (11 p.m. deadline.) Last Day to Submit: Final day, by noon, to submit thesis with a processing fee to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review without having to enroll in Thesis 799B the following semester. Last day of fall semester.

* Graduate applicants should consult the department and graduate admissions websites.

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Academic Calendar SPRING SEMESTER 2017 Holiday – New Year’s Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. January 16 Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. January 17 First day of spring semester. January 17 Last day to officially withdraw for spring semester 2017 and receive a full refund. January 18 First day of classes. January 27 Last day for faculty to drop students from classes. January 31 Last day to add/drop classes or change grading basis. January 31 Last day for payment of fees. January 31 Last day to officially withdraw from the university for spring semester 2017. January 31 Last day to file application for advanced degree for May and August 2017 graduation. January 31 Last day to file petition for concurrent master’s degree credit for spring semester 2017. February 1 Applications for advanced degree for December 2017 graduation accepted. February 14 Census. March 17 Last day to officially withdraw from all classes for spring 2017 and receive a prorated refund (withdrawal after March 21 requires special approval and a penalty fee is assessed). March 27-31 Spring break. March 31 Holiday – Cesar Chavez Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. April 3 Classes resume. April 14 Without Risk: Final day for submitting thesis with the $20 processing fee (without risk) to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review to have the best likelihood for graduation in spring 2017. Joint university deadlines apply when submitting approved doctoral dissertations for spring 2017 graduation.

April 17-May 17

January 2

April 21 May 4 May 4 May 5-11 May 11 May 12-14 May 12

May 17 May 17

May 17

At Risk: Theses may be submitted to Montezuma Publishing on an at-risk basis. However, spring 2017 graduation is contingent upon review approval and completion of final publishing by noon on May 12. Students missing the publishing deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Last day for submission of Incomplete and RP grade removals (excluding thesis) for May 2017 graduation with advanced degree. Last day for reporting results on comprehensive examinations to the Division of Graduate Affairs by department or college. Last day of classes. Final examinations. Commencement, Imperial Valley campus. Commencement, San Diego campus. Final: Thesis review process, including publishing, must be completed by noon on this date at Montezuma Publishing. Students missing the final deadline will be required to reapply for graduation for the term in which they expect to graduate. Grades due from instructors. (11 p.m. deadline.) Last Day to Submit: Final day, by noon, to submit thesis with a processing fee to Montezuma Publishing for thesis review without having to enroll in Thesis 799B the following semester. Last day of spring semester.

SUMMER TERM 2017 NOTE: Summer session dates to be determined. Refer to SDSU Summer Session Class Schedule. May 29 Holiday – Memorial Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed. July 1 Applications for advanced degree for May and August 2018 graduation accepted. July 4 Holiday – Independence Day. Faculty/staff holiday. Campus closed

Please Note:  This is not an employee work calendar and is subject to change. Refer to the SDSU website for changes to this calendar.

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University Policies Student Responsibility for Bulletin Information

Students are held individually responsible for the information contained in this bulletin. Although the Division of Graduate Affairs attempts to preserve requirements for students subject to this bulletin, information contained herein is subject to change from year to year as university rules, policies, and curricula change. Failure to keep informed of such changes will not exempt students from whatever penalties they may incur. All students beginning graduate study at San Diego State University after August 2016 will be required to follow the procedures and regulations stated in the 2016-17 edition of the Graduate Bulletin. If a student was admitted to a graduate degree curriculum at SDSU prior to that date and has been enrolled in one or more courses during each consecutive semester since first enrolling as a graduate student, or if the student’s attendance has not been interrupted by more than two consecutive semesters, students will be held responsible for the regulations in effect at the time the official master’s degree program of study is approved.

Changes in Rules and Policies

Although every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information in this publication, students and others who use this publication should note that laws, rules, and policies change from time to time and that these changes may alter the information contained in this publication. Changes may come in the form of statutes enacted by the legislature, rules and policies adopted by the board of trustees of the California State University, by the chancellor or designee of the California State University, or by the president or designee of San Diego State University. It is not possible in this publication to include all of the rules, policies, and other information that pertain to students, San Diego State University, and the California State University. More current or complete information may be obtained from the appropriate department, school, or administrative office. Each semester, the Class Schedule outlines changes in academic policy and procedure and current deadlines which are of importance to students. Nothing in this publication shall be construed as, operate as, or have the effect of an abridgment or a limitation of any rights, powers, or privileges of the board of trustees of the California State University, the chancellor of the California State University, or the president of San Diego State University. The trustees, the chancellor, and the president are authorized by law to adopt, amend, or repeal rules and policies that apply to students. This publication does not constitute a contract or the terms and conditions of a contract between the student and San Diego State University or the California State University. The relationship of the student to San Diego State University and the California State University is one governed by statute, rules, and policy adopted by the legislature, the trustees, the chancellor, the president and their duly authorized designees.

Privacy Rights of Students in Education Records

The federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. 1232g) and regulations adopted thereunder (34 C.F.R. 99) set out requirements designed to protect students’ privacy in their records maintained by the campus. The statute and regulations govern access to certain student records maintained by the campus and the release of such records. The law provides that the campus must give students access to most records directly related to the student, and must also provide opportunity for a hearing to challenge the records if the student claims they are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise inappropriate. The right to a hearing under this law does not include any right to challenge the appropriateness of a grade determined by the instructor. The law generally requires the institution to receive a student’s written consent before releasing personally identifiable data about the student. The institution has adopted a set of policies and procedures governing implementation of the statutes and the regulations. Copies of these policies and procedures may be obtained through the SDSU Office of the Registrar website at http://arweb.sdsu.edu/es/registrar/privacy.html.

Among the types of information included in the campus statement of policies and procedures are: (1) the types of student records maintained and the information they contain; (2) the official responsible for maintaining each type of record; (3)  the location of access lists indicating persons requesting or receiving information from the record; (4) policies for reviewing and expunging records; (5) student access rights to their records; (6)   the procedures for challenging the content of student records; (7)   the cost to be charged for reproducing copies of records; and (8)   the right of the student to file a complaint with the Department of Education. The Department of Education has established an office and review board to investigate complaints and adjudicate violations. The designated office is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-5920. The campus is authorized under the Act to release “directory information” concerning students. The Office of the Registrar releases the following: student’s name, major field of study, dates of attendance, degrees, honors, and awards received. Although federal law allows for the release of address, telephone listing, e-mail address, photograph, place and date of birth, grade level, enrollment status, previous educational institution attended, and information related to participation in athletics, San Diego State University has a practice of not routinely releasing this information. The above designated information is subject to release by the campus at any time unless the campus has received prior written objection from the student specifying what information the student requests not be released. Students are given an opportunity to restrict the release of “directory information” about themselves by accessing http://www.sdsu.edu/portal. The campus is authorized to provide access to student records to campus officials and employees who have legitimate educational interests in such access. These persons have responsibilities in the campus’ academic, administrative or service functions and have reason for accessing student records associated with their campus or other related academic responsibilities. Student records may also be disclosed to other persons or organizations under such conditions as part of accreditation or program evaluation; in response to a court order or subpoena; in connection with financial aid; or to other institutions to which the student is transferring.

Nondiscrimination Policy

The Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities, 619-594-3069, and the Office of Employee Relations and Compliance, 619-594-6464, have been designated to coordinate the efforts of SDSU to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on these bases. CSU Executive Order 1097 (http://www.calstate. edu/EO/EO-1097-rev-6-23-15.pdf) is the systemwide procedure for all complaints of discrimination, harassment or retaliation made by students against the CSU, a CSU employee, other CSU students or a third party.

Race, Color, Ethnicity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Religion, and Veteran Status

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, genetic information, religion, or veteran status in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Equity in Higher Education Act, prohibit such discrimination.

Disability

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, prohibit such discrimination. Students should address inquiries concerning San Diego State University’s compliance with all relevant disability laws to the director of Student Disability Services (SDS), Calpulli Center, Room 3101, San Diego State University, CA 92182, or call 619-594-6473 (TDD: 619-594-2929).

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University Policies Genetic Information

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers and other entities covered by GINA Title II from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual, except as specifically allowed by this law. “Genetic information” as defined by GINA, includes an individual’s family medical history, the results of an individual’s or family member’s genetic tests, the fact that an individual or an individual’s family member sought or received genetic services, and genetic information of a fetus carried by an individual or an individual’s family member or an embryo lawfully held by an individual or family member receiving assistive reproductive services.

Sex/Gender/Gender Identity/ Gender Expression/Sexual Orientation

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, prohibit such discrimination. The California State University is committed to providing equal opportunities to all CSU students in all campus programs, including intercollegiate athletics. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects all people regardless of their gender, gender identity, or gender expression from sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and violence: • Sexual discrimination means an adverse act taken against an individual because of gender or sex (including sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking) that is perpetrated against an individual on a basis prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq., and its implementing regulations, 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX); California Education Code §66250 et seq., and/or California Government Code §11135. • Sexual harassment, a form of sex discrimination, is unwelcome verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature that includes, but is not limited to, sexual violence, sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, indecent exposure and other verbal, nonverbal or physical unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, where such conduct is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that its effect, whether or not intended, could be considered by a reasonable person in the shoes of the individual, and is in fact considered by the individual, as limiting the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or opportunities offered by the university. Sexual harassment includes submission to, or rejection of, where the conduct is explicitly or implicitly used as the basis for any decision affecting an individual’s academic status or progress, or access to benefits and services, honors, programs, or activities available at or through the university. Sexual harassment also includes genderbased harassment, which may include acts of verbal, non-verbal or physical aggression, intimidation or hostility based on sex or sex-stereotyping, even if those acts do not involve conduct of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment could include being forced to engage in unwanted sexual contact as a condition of membership in a student organization; being subjected to video or photographic exploitation, or a campaign of sexually explicit graffiti; or frequently being exposed to unwanted images of a sexual nature in a classroom that are unrelated to the coursework. University policy covers unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature. While romantic, sexual, intimate, personal, or social relationships between members of the university community may begin as consensual, they may evolve into situations that lead to sexual harassment or sexual misconduct, including dating, domestic violence, or stalking. • Sexual misconduct: All sexual activity between members of the university community must be based on affirmative consent. Engaging in any sexual activity without first obtaining affirmative consent to the specific activity is sexual misconduct, whether or not the conduct violates any civil or criminal law. Sexual activity includes, but is not limited to, kissing, touching intimate body parts, fondling, intercourse, penetration of any body part, and oral sex. It also includes any unwelcome physical acts, such as

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Whom to Contact If You Have Complaints, Questions, or Concerns

Title IX requires the university to designate a Title IX coordinator to monitor and oversee Title IX compliance. Your campus Title IX coordinator is available to explain and discuss your right to file a criminal complaint (for example, in cases of sexual violence); the university’s complaint process, the investigation process; how confidentiality is handled; available resources, both on and off campus; and other related matters. If you are in the midst of an emergency, call the police immediately by dialing 9-1-1. SDSU Title IX Coordinator Jessica Rentto, [email protected] Administration, Room 320 619-594-6017 SDSU Deputy Title IX Coordinator Dr. Lee Mintz, [email protected] Student Services West, Room 1604 619-594-3069 SDSU Police Department [email protected] Department of Public Safety, Room 100 619-594-1991 U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights 800-421-3481 or [email protected] If you wish to fill out a complaint form online with the OCR, you may do so at: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html. Title IX requires the university to adopt and publish complaint procedures that provide for prompt and equitable resolution of sex discrimination complaints, sexual harassment, and misconduct, as well as provide training, education, and preventive measures related to sex discrimination. CSU Executive Order 1097 (http://www.calstate. edu/eo/EO-1097-rev-6-23-15.pdf) is the systemwide procedure for all complaints of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation made by students against the CSU, a CSU employee, other CSU students, or a third party. Except as provided below under confidentiality and sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, any university employee who knows or has reason to know of allegations or acts that violate university policy shall promptly inform the Title IX Coordinator. These employees are required to disclose all information including the names of the parties, even where the person has requested that his/her name remain confidential. The Title IX Coordinator will determine whether confidentiality is appropriate given the circumstances of each such incident (see confidential reporting options outlined below).

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Safety of the Campus Community is Primary

The university’s primary concern is the safety of its campus community members. The use of alcohol or drugs never makes the victim at fault for sexual discrimination, harassment, or misconduct; therefore, victims should not be deterred from reporting incidents of sexual misconduct out of a concern that they might be disciplined for related violations of drug, alcohol, or other university policies. Except in extreme circumstances, victims of sexual misconduct shall not be subject to discipline for related violations of the Student Conduct Code.

Information Regarding Campus, Criminal, and Civil Consequences of Committing Acts of Sexual Violence

Individuals alleged to have committed sexual misconduct may face criminal prosecution by law enforcement and may incur penalties as a result of civil litigation. In addition, employees and students may face discipline at the university, up to and including suspension or expulsion. Employees may face sanctions up to and including dismissal from employment, pursuant to established CSU policies and provisions of applicable collective bargaining unit agreements. Students who are charged by the university with sexual discrimination, harassment, or misconduct will be subject to discipline, pursuant to the California State University Student Conduct Procedures (CSU Executive Order 1098 at http://www.calstate.edu/EO/EO-1098rev-6-23-15.pdf or any successor executive order) and will be subject to appropriate sanctions. In addition, during any investigation, the university may implement interim measures in order to maintain a safe and non-discriminatory educational environment. Such measures may include, but not be limited to: immediate interim suspension from the university; a required move from university-owned or affiliated housing; adjustments to course schedule; and/or prohibition from contact with parties involved in the alleged incident.

Confidentiality and Sexual Misconduct, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking

The university encourages victims of sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking (collectively sexual misconduct) to talk to someone about what happened – so they can get the support they need, and so the university can respond appropriately.

Privileged and Confidential Communications

Physicians, psychotherapists, professional, licensed counselors, licensed clinical social workers, and clergy who work or volunteer on or off campus, acting solely in those roles or capacities as part of their employment, and who provide medical or mental health treatment or counseling (and those who act under their supervision, including all individuals who work or volunteer in their centers and offices) may not report any information about an incident of sexual misconduct to anyone else at the university, including the Title IX Coordinator, without the victim’s consent. A victim can seek assistance and support from physicians, psychotherapists, professional, licensed counselors, licensed clinical social workers, and clergy without triggering a university investigation that could reveal the victim’s identity or the fact of the victim’s disclosure. However, see limited exceptions below regarding when health care practitioners must report to local law enforcement agencies. Health care practitioners should explain these limited exceptions to victims, if applicable. Sexual assault and domestic violence counselors and advocates who work or volunteer on or off campus in sexual assault centers, victim advocacy offices, women’s centers, and health centers (including those who act in that role under their supervision, along with non-professional counselors or advocates who work or volunteer in sexual assault centers, victim advocacy offices, women’s centers, gender equity centers, or health centers) may talk to a victim without revealing any information about the victim and the incident of sexual misconduct to anyone else at the university, including the Title IX Coordinator, without the victim’s consent. A victim can seek assistance

and support from these counselors and advocates without triggering a university investigation that could reveal his/her identity or that a victim disclosed an incident to them. However, see limited exceptions below regarding when sexual assault and domestic violence counselors and advocates must report to local law enforcement agencies. Counselors and advocates should explain these limited exceptions to victims, if applicable. The university will be unable to conduct an investigation into a particular incident or pursue disciplinary action against a perpetrator if a victim chooses to (1) speak only to a physician, professional licensed counselor, licensed clinical social worker, clergy member, sexual assault counselor, domestic violence counselor, or advocate; and (2) maintain complete confidentiality. Even so, these individuals will assist victims in receiving other necessary protection and support, such as victim advocacy, disability, medical/health or mental health services, or legal services, and will advise victims regarding their right to file a Title IX complaint with the university and a separate complaint with local or university police. If a victim insists on confidentiality, such professionals, counselors and advocates will likely not be able to assist the victim with: university academic support or accommodations; changes to university-based living or working schedules; or adjustments to course schedules. A victim who at first requests confidentiality may later decide to file a complaint with the university or report the incident to the police, and thus have the incident fully investigated. These counselors and advocates can provide victims with that assistance if requested by the victim. These counselors and advocates will also explain that Title IX includes protections against retaliation, and that the university will not only take steps to prevent retaliation when it knows or reasonably should know of possible retaliation, but will also take strong responsive action if it occurs. EXCEPTIONS: Under California law, any health practitioner employed in a health facility, clinic, physician’s office, or local or state public health department or clinic is required to make a report to local law enforcement if he or she provides medical services for a physical condition to a patient/victim who he or she knows or reasonably suspects is suffering from (1) a wound or physical injury inflicted by a firearm; or (2) any wound or other physical injury inflicted upon a victim where the injury is the result of assaultive or abusive conduct (including sexual misconduct, domestic violence, and dating violence). This exception does not apply to sexual assault and domestic violence counselors and advocates. Health care practitioners should explain this limited exception to victims, if applicable. Additionally, under California law, all professionals described above (physicians, psychotherapists, professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, clergy, and sexual assault and domestic violence counselors and advocates) are mandatory child abuse and neglect reporters, and are required to report incidents involving victims under 18 years of age to local law enforcement. These professionals will explain this limited exception to victims, if applicable. Finally, some or all of these professionals may also have reporting obligations under California law to (1) local law enforcement in cases involving threats of immediate or imminent harm to self or others where disclosure of the information is necessary to prevent the threatened danger; or (2) to the court if compelled by court order or subpoena in a criminal proceeding related to the sexual misconduct incident. If applicable, these professionals will explain this limited exception to victims.

Reporting to University or Local Police

If a victim reports to local or University Police about sexual misconduct, the police are required to notify victims that their names will become a matter of public record unless confidentiality is requested. If a victim requests that his/her identity be kept confidential, his/her name will not become a matter of public record and the police will not report the victim’s identity to anyone else at the university, including the Title IX Coordinator. University Police will, however, report the facts of the incident itself to the Title IX Coordinator being sure not to reveal to the Title IX Coordinator victim names/identities or compromise their own criminal investigation. The university is required by the federal Clery Act to report certain types of crimes (including certain sex offenses) in statistical reports. However, while the university will report the type of incident in the annual crime statistics report known as the Annual Security Report, victim names/identities will not be revealed.

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Most university employees have a duty to report sexual misconduct incidents when they are on notice of it. When a victim tells the Title IX Coordinator or another university employee about a sexual misconduct incident, the victim has the right to expect the university to take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate what happened and to resolve the matter promptly and equitably. In all cases, the university strongly encourages victims to report sexual misconduct directly to the campus Title IX Coordinator. As detailed above, all university employees except physicians, licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, sexual assault counselors and advocates, must report to the Title IX Coordinator all relevant details about any sexual violence incidents of which they become aware. The university will need to determine what happened – and will need to know the names of the victim(s) and the perpetrator(s), any witnesses, and any other relevant facts, including the date, time, and specific location of the incident. To the extent possible, information reported to the Title IX Coordinator or other university employees will be shared only with individuals responsible for handling the university’s response to the incident. The university will protect the privacy of individuals involved in a sexual misconduct incident except as otherwise required by law or university policy. A sexual misconduct report may result in the gathering of extremely sensitive information about individuals in the campus community. While such information is considered confidential, university policy regarding access to public records and disclosure of personal information may require disclosure of certain information concerning a report of sexual misconduct. In such cases, efforts will be made to redact the records, as appropriate, in order to protect the victim’s identity and privacy and the privacy of other involved individuals. Except as detailed in the section on Privileged and Confidential Communications above, no university employee, including the Title IX Coordinator, should disclose the victim’s identity to the police without the victim’s consent or unless the victim has also reported the incident to the police. If a victim requests of the Title IX Coordinator or another university employee that his/her identity remain completely confidential, the Title IX Coordinator will explain that the university cannot always honor that request and guarantee complete confidentiality. If a victim wishes to remain confidential or request that no investigation be conducted or disciplinary action taken, the university must weigh that request against the university’s obligation to provide a safe, non-discriminatory environment for all students, employees, and third parties, including the victim. Under those circumstances, the Title IX Coordinator will determine whether the victim’s request for complete confidentiality and/ or no investigation can be honored under the facts and circumstances of the particular case, including whether the university has a legal obligation to report the incident, conduct an investigation or take other appropriate steps. Without information about a victim’s identity, the university’s ability to meaningfully investigate the incident and pursue disciplinary action against the perpetrator may be severely limited. See Executive Order 1095 for further details around confidential reporting, and other related matters (http://www.calstate.edu/EO/EO-1095.pdf).

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Know Your Rights about Title IX: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/title-ixrights-201104.html Domestic and Family Violence: Office of Justice Programs, United States Department of Justice http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/topic.aspx?topicid=27 National Institute of Justice: Intimate Partner Violence Office of Justice Programs, United States Department of Justice http://www.nij.gov/topics/crime/intimate-partner-violence/ National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) http://www.thehotline.org/ Office of Violence against Women: United States Department of Justice http://www.ovw.usdoj.gov/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Intimate Partner Violence http://www.cdc.gov/ViolencePrevention/ intimatepartnerviolence/index.html Defending Childhood, United States Department of Justice: http://www.justice.gov/defendingchildhood/ Center for Community Solutions: 4508 Mission Bay Drive San Diego, CA 92109 1-888-DVLINKS (385-4657) 24-Hour Toll Free Crisisline http://www.ccssd.org

Immigration Requirements for Licensure

The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (P.L. 104-193), also known as the Welfare Reform Act, includes provisions to eliminate eligibility for federal and state public benefits for certain categories of lawful immigrants as well as benefits for all illegal immigrants. Students who will require a professional or commercial license provided by a local, state, or federal government agency in order to engage in an occupation for which the CSU may be training them must meet the immigration requirements of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act to achieve licensure.

Numbering of Courses

Courses numbered 80 through 99 are nonbaccalaureate level and are not acceptable for a bachelor’s degree; those numbered 100 through 299 are in the lower division (freshman and sophomore years); those numbered 300 through 499 are in the upper division (junior and senior years) and intended for undergraduates; those numbered 500 through 599 are in the upper division and are also acceptable for advanced degrees when taken by students admitted to graduate standing; those numbered 600 through 799 are graduate courses; and those numbered 800 through 899 are doctoral courses. Courses numbered at the 900 level, except 997, are reserved for graduate courses in certain professional curricula as part of advanced certificate, credential, and licensure programs and are specifically intended for students admitted to the university with post-baccalaureate classified standing. Undergraduate students may enroll in these courses only if they are officially admitted to a blended or integrated program where undergraduate and credential coursework is included in the same program. Courses numbered at the 900 level are not applicable to other graduate programs, except for the Master of Arts in Teaching degree program. Courses numbered 397 offered in regular sessions are professional advancement training or tutorial/discussion classes that accompany other credit courses and are not acceptable towards an undergraduate or graduate degree. Courses numbered X-01 through X-79 and X-397 are Extension professional development units offered only through Extension to meet specific academic needs of community groups and are not acceptable toward an undergraduate or graduate degree.

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Grading System Definition of Grades for Undergraduate Students

Grades and grade points per unit used in reporting are as follows: Grade of A (outstanding achievement; available only for the highest accomplishment), 4 points; B (praiseworthy performance; definitely above average), 3 points; C (average; awarded for satisfactory performance; the most common undergraduate grade), 2 points; D (minimally passing; less than the typical undergraduate achievement), 1 point; F (failing), 0 points; RP (report in progress), not counted in the grade point average; W (withdrawal), not counted in the grade point average; AU (audit), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average; Cr (credit), signifying units earned, but not counted in the grade point average; NC (no credit), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average; I (incomplete authorized), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average until one calendar year has expired at which time it will be changed to an IC (incomplete charged) and will count as an F for grade point average computation; WU (withdrawal unauthorized), will count as an F for grade point average computation.

Definition of Grades for Graduate Students

Grades and grade points per unit used in reporting are as follows: Grade of A (outstanding achievement; available for the highest accomplishment), 4 points; B (average; awarded for satisfactory performance), 3 points; C (minimally passing), 2 points; D (unacceptable for graduate credit; course must be repeated), 1 point; F (failing), 0 points; RP (report in progress), not counted in the grade point average; W (withdrawal), not counted in the grade point average; AU (audit), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average; Cr (credit), signifying units earned, but not counted in the grade point average; NC (no credit), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average; I (incomplete authorized), no credit earned and not counted in the grade point average until one calendar year has expired at which time it will be changed to an IC (incomplete charged) and will count as an F for grade point average computation; WU (withdrawal unauthorized), will count as an F for grade point average computation.

Plus/Minus Grading

A plus/minus grading system is utilized at San Diego State University. Plus/minus grading is not mandatory but is utilized at the discretion of the individual instructor. The grades of A+, F+ and F– are not issued. The decimal values of plus and/or minus grades are utilized in the calculation of grade point averages as follows: A A – B+ B B –

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Faculty members use all grades from A through F to distinguish among levels of academic accomplishment. The grade for average undergraduate achievement is C.

Computation of Grade Point Average

To compute the grade point average, the total number of grade points earned is divided by the number of units attempted. Units earned with a Cr (Credit) are not included in the computation. A grade of I (incomplete authorized) is not counted in the grade point computation until one calendar year has expired, at which time it will be charged as an IC (incomplete charged) grade and will count as an F. The minimum grade point average for awarding an advanced certificate or an advanced degree is 3.0 (B) or better.

Report in Progress Grade  –  RP

The RP symbol is used in connection with courses that extend beyond one academic term. It indicates that work is in progress and has been evaluated and found to be satisfactory to date, but that assignment of a precise grade must await completion of additional work. Work is to be completed within a stipulated time period not to exceed one year except for graduate thesis (799A) or dissertation (899). An additional exception shall be made for Research (797) in which time period is not to exceed two years. Graduate courses for which the RP symbol is appropriate are specifically designated in the departmental listings of the Graduate Bulletin.

Candidates for graduation whose record carries a grade of RP will be graduated provided they are otherwise eligible for graduation. However, the RP cannot be made up after the degree has been granted. If students do not wish to be graduated with the grade of RP on their record, they must officially cancel their application for graduation.

Withdrawal Grade  –  W

The symbol “W” indicates that you were permitted to drop a course after the 10th day from the first day of classes because of a verified serious and compelling reason, and you have obtained the signature of the instructor and the approval of the dean or designee of the college in which the class is located. Dropping a class is not permitted after 11:59 p.m. on the 10th day from the first day of classes, except in cases such as accident or serious illness where the cause of dropping the class is due to circumstances clearly beyond your control, and the assignment of an incomplete is not practicable. All such requests must be accompanied by appropriate verification. Ordinarily, withdrawals in this category will involve total withdrawal from the university, except that credit, or an Incomplete, may be assigned for courses in which sufficient work has been completed to permit an evaluation to be made. Requests to withdraw under such circumstances must be signed by each instructor, who indicates your grade status in the class, and approved by the dean or designee of the college of your major. After the last day of instruction for the semester, if you wish to change assigned grades to W grades you must request to withdraw from the full semester’s work; no requests for individual classes will be accepted. Total withdrawal requests may be granted only in verified cases such as accident or serious illness where the cause for substandard performance was due to circumstances clearly beyond your control. Only those retroactive changes from an assigned grade to a W which are approved by the instructor who assigned the original grade will be made, except that (a) the dean or designee of the college of your major may authorize the change of WU to W, and (b) department chairs shall act on behalf of instructors no longer affiliated with the university.

Auditing  –  AU

Enrollment as an auditor is subject to permission of the instructor, provided that enrollment in a course as an auditor shall be permitted only after students otherwise eligible to enroll on a credit basis have had an opportunity to do so. Auditors are subject to the same fee structure as credit students and regular class attendance is expected. Failure to meet required class attendance may result in an administrative drop of the course. Units taken for audit are not used in the calculation of enrollment status. To enroll as an auditor, obtain the Change to Audit Grade form from the Office of the Registrar. Obtain instructor approval and return the completed form by before 4 p.m. on the 10th day from the first day of classes to the Office of the Registrar. Once enrolled as an auditor, you may not change to credit status unless such a change is requested by 4 p.m. on the 10th day from the first day of classes.

Credit/No Credit  –  Cr/NC (Graduate Student Option) Graduate students may not take a course listed on their program of study for a Cr/NC grade unless the course is specifically designated as credit/no credit only. The symbol “Cr” is used to report the satisfactory completion of courses 797, 798, 799A, and certain 500-, 600-, 700-, and 800-numbered courses specifically designated in the graduate curriculum and the Class Schedule. Failure to complete satisfactorily such courses will result in the assignment of “NC.” No other 600-, 700-, or 800-numbered courses may be taken for credit/no credit. No 500-numbered courses graded credit/no credit, except those offered only for credit/no credit, are acceptable on an advanced degree program. A grade of “Credit” in graduate level courses is awarded for work equivalent to all grades that earn 3.0 or more grade points (A through B). “No Credit” is awarded for work equivalent to all grades which earn less than 3.0 grade points (B- through F). Some specified sections of graduate level topics courses may be offered for credit/ no credit provided the following statement is included in the course description in the Graduate Bulletin: “Specified sections of this course may be offered for credit/no credit. Refer to the Class Schedule.”

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The symbol I (incomplete authorized) indicates that a portion of required coursework has not been completed and evaluated in the prescribed time period due to unforeseen, but fully justified, reasons and that there is still a possibility of earning credit. It is your responsibility to bring pertinent information to the instructor and to reach agreement on the means by which the remaining course requirements will be satisfied. The conditions for removal of the Incomplete shall be stated on the Incomplete agreement form that is processed by the instructor when grades are submitted. A copy of the Incomplete agreement will be available to the student, the instructor, and department via SDSU WebPortal at http://www.sdsu. edu/portal. A final grade is assigned when the work agreed upon has been completed and evaluated. An Incomplete shall not be assigned when the only way you could make up the work would be to attend a major portion of the class when it is next offered. An Incomplete must be made up within one calendar year immediately following the end of the term in which it was assigned; however, faculty have the option to assign a deadline that is less than one year. This limitation prevails whether or not you maintain continuous enrollment. Failure to complete the assigned work within one calendar year will result in an Incomplete being converted to an IC symbol, which would become the final grade on the student’s record at the end of the calendar year deadline. After one calendar year, the only way you may eliminate that grade from the grade point calculation is to repeat the course and file a petition for course forgiveness (see Repeated Courses below). In any case, because your record must provide an accurate and complete accounting of your academic history, the notation of Incomplete will remain on the record. An incomplete may not be made up after you have graduated.

Incomplete Charged Grade  –  IC

The symbol IC (incomplete charged) may be used when a student who received an authorized incomplete I has not completed the required coursework within the allowed time limit. The IC is posted to the record at the end of the one year time limit and is counted as a failing grade for grade point average and progress point computation.

Withdrawal Unauthorized Grade  –  WU

The symbol WU indicates that a student enrolled in a course, did not withdraw from the course, but failed to complete course requirements. It is used when, in the opinion of the instructor, the number of completed assignments or course activities or both were insufficient to make possible a normal evaluation of academic performance. For purposes of grade point average computation, this symbol is equivalent to an F. If the student attended a portion of a course and then, after receiving failing grades, stopped attending without officially withdrawing, a final grade of F not WU should be assigned.

Assignment of Grades and Grade Appeals Faculty have the right and responsibility to provide evaluation and timely assignment of appropriate grades. There is a presumption that grades assigned are correct. It is the responsibility of anyone appealing an assigned grade to demonstrate otherwise. If you believe that an appropriate grade has not been assigned you should first seek to resolve the matter with the instructor of record. If the matter cannot be resolved informally, you may present the case to the appropriate campus entity, have it reviewed and, where justified, receive a grade correction. Requests to improve an earned grade assigned at the end of a semester by completing additional coursework are not considered. It is your responsibility to attempt to resolve grade disputes in a timely manner, typically during the semester following the semester the questioned grade was received. If twelve or more months have elapsed since the grade was issued, or you have graduated, no grade change will be considered.

Repeated Courses

Ordinarily, a graduate student may not repeat courses that have been taken as part of the official master’s degree program. Students must earn a minimum grade of C or better in all courses on their program of study. However, some programs require grades of B or better in selected courses. With prior permission of the graduate adviser a graduate student may repeat one course on the official program of study in which a grade of C has been earned. A program

of study course must be repeated if the minimum grade requirement is not satisfied. When a graduate student in any category of admission repeats a course in which a grade below a B has been earned, both grades will remain on the student’s permanent record and both grades will be calculated in the grade point average. Both grades will also be included in the student’s program of study. If a student repeats a course in which a WU has been earned, the original WU grade will remain on the permanent record, but only the second grade will be used in computation of the grade point average(s). Any more than one repeated WU will be calculated into the grade point average(s). A course in which a WU has been earned may be repeated only once. Repeated courses may not be taken for credit/no credit. Students who have successfully repeated a “WU” graded course should notify the Division of Graduate Studies if they wish immediate adjustment of their grade point average(s).

Schedule Adjustment

The schedule adjustment period begins when a student first registers on their assigned day and time and runs through the schedule adjustment deadline which is the 10th day of classes at 11:59 p.m. During this period, students are responsible for checking their schedules regularly and for taking the necessary actions to add, drop, or change grading options before the schedule adjustment deadline. Students who do not attend a class and who do not ensure that the course is officially dropped in the SDSU WebPortal at http://www. sdsu.edu/portal, will receive a failing grade. Schedule adjustments are accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the following dates: Fall 2016 Semester - September 12, 2016 Spring 2017 Semester - January 31, 2017 Students are not permitted to drop or add a class after the stated deadlines, except in cases such as accident or serious illness where the cause of dropping the class is due to circumstances clearly beyond the student’s control and the assignment of an Incomplete is not applicable. All such request must be accompanied by appropriate verification. Ordinarily, withdrawals in this category will involve total withdrawal from the university, except that credit or an Incomplete, may be assigned for courses in which sufficient work has been completed to permit an evaluation to be made. Requests to withdraw under such circumstances must be signed by each instructor who indicates the student’s grade status in the class and approved by the dean (or designee) of the college of the student’s major. Instructor Initiated Drop. If a student does not attend the first class meeting of the semester, the professor may give the place to another student. If this occurs, the student has forfeited the place and may be dropped from the course by the instructor within the first eight class days of the semester. The instructor may request that a student personally take formal action to drop the class. Not all instructors will drop students who miss the first class session. Any student dropped by the instructor during this period will be notified of the action by e-mail. It is the student’s responsibility to keep a current e-mail address on file through the SDSU WebPortal at http://www.sdsu.edu/ portal.

Final Examinations No final examination shall be given to individual students before the regular time. If you find it impossible to take a final examination on the date scheduled you must make arrangements with the instructor to have an incomplete grade reported and must take the deferred final examination within the time allowed for making up incomplete grades.

Withdrawals A graduate student who has been admitted to a graduate degree curriculum but has completed no courses at this university for two consecutive semesters is considered to have withdrawn from the curriculum if a request for an approved leave of absence has not been granted. The student will be required to file an application for readmission to the university upon resumption of graduate study. A student who withdraws from a graduate curriculum will be required to comply with regulations and requirements in effect at the time of readmission to the Division of Graduate Affairs.

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Students who find it necessary to cancel their registration or to withdraw from the university after enrolling for any academic term must initiate action formally through the Office of the Registrar and follow the university’s official withdrawal procedures. Failure to follow formal university procedures may result in an obligation to pay fees as well as the assignment of failing grades in all courses and the need to apply for readmission before being permitted to enroll in another academic term. Information on canceling registration and withdrawal procedures is available from the Office of the Registrar. A student who has not paid fees and is not enrolled in at least one class (other than for audit) by 11:59 p.m. on the 10th day from the first day of classes is no longer considered a continuing student and may be required to apply for readmission. A course will not appear on the permanent record if withdrawal occurs by 11:59 p.m. on the 10th day from the first day of classes. After the 10th day from the first day of classes, withdrawals are not permitted except in cases where the cause of withdrawal is due to circumstances clearly beyond your control, such as accident or serious illness. All such requests must be accompanied by appropriate verification. Credit or an incomplete may be assigned for courses in which sufficient work has been completed to permit an evaluation to be made. Refer to the Class Schedule for appropriate dates for the deadlines indicated above.

Withdraw Retroactively

After the last day of instruction for a term, if you wish to change assigned grades to W grades, you must request to withdraw from the full semester’s work. Total withdrawal requests may be granted only in verified cases such as accident or serious illness where the cause for substandard performance was due to circumstances clearly beyond your control. No requests for individual classes will be accepted. Students who receive financial aid funds must consult with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships prior to withdrawing from the university regarding any required return or repayments of grant or loan assistance received for that academic term or payment period. If a recipient of student financial aid funds withdraws from the institution during an academic term or a payment period, the amount of grant or loan assistance received may be subject to return and/or repayment provisions.

Unofficial Withdrawal

If you withdraw unofficially from classes or from the university, you will receive failing grades in all courses that you stop attending. An unofficial withdrawal is one in which you stop attending classes without filing official withdrawal forms within the established deadlines. Veterans unofficially withdrawing will have veteran’s allowances immediately suspended and will be subject to full repayment of allowances received after date of unofficial withdrawal.

Leaves of Absence Educational Leave of Absence

Students are permitted to take up to four semesters of approved leave of absence. Students must apply within the specified time frame for the particular semester they wish to be absent from school. If they wish to take leave for additional semesters, they must do so on a semester-by-semester basis. Students may access the leave of absence form at http://www.sdsu.edu/portal. Approval from the student’s college designee is required and educational leaves of absence will be granted only to students who have completed a minimum of one semester at San Diego State University. Leaves will not be granted to students who have been disqualified, students who qualify for a change from undergraduate to graduate status, or students who have a registration hold.

Military Called to Compulsory Service For information about the policy for Military Called to Compulsory Service, contact the Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center at 619-594-5813.

Readmission

A student who withdraws from the university for more than one semester must file an application for readmission before the stated closing deadline with a $55 application fee. If the student was enrolled at another institution subsequent to the last attendance at San Diego State University, an official transcript showing work completed must be sent by the institution directly to Graduate Admissions before readmission can be completed. SDSU students in good academic standing, with programs of study on file, will retain their original bulletin status as long as the student remains matriculated.

Probation and Disqualification Academic Probation (Grade Point Average Deficiency) A post-baccalaureate graduate student in any admission category shall be placed on academic probation if the student fails to maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.85 in all units attempted subsequent to admission to the university. Students in a graduate degree program in conditional or classified standing should consult the section of this bulletin entitled “General Requirements for Doctoral Programs” and “Basic Requirements for the Master’s Degree” for additional grade point average requirements for degree seeking students.

Academic Disqualification (Grade Point Average Deficiency) A graduate student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 2.85 for work attempted at San Diego State University will be placed on academic probation at the end of the semester. If during the first semester on probation the student does not achieve a term GPA of a 2.85 or higher, the student will be disqualified from San Diego State University. If during the first semester on probation the student earns a term GPA of 2.85 or better in San Diego State University coursework, but still has an overall cumulative GPA less than 2.85, the student will continue on academic probation for a second semester. If at the end of the second semester a student fails to achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.85, the student will be subject to academic disqualification from further attendance at the university. If at the end of the second semester the student has attained a 2.85 cumulative GPA or better on all work attempted at San Diego State University, academic probation will be lifted.

Reinstatement of Academically Disqualified Students Graduate students who are academically disqualified from further attendance at the university may not attend SDSU, to include the College of Extended Studies, for a minimum of one full semester. They must file an application for readmission with a $55 application fee. They will be sent a Petition for Reinstatement that they need to return as soon as possible. Readmission to the university is NOT automatic. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis by the graduate adviser with recommendations to the graduate dean.

Administrative Disqualification Departments or schools of the university may recommend that the graduate dean dismiss from the program any graduate student whose performance in a degree, certificate, or credential program is judged unsatisfactory with respect to the scholastic or professional standards of the program other than GPA. Students will be notified when they are subject to dismissal from the major and given a chance to respond in writing. If the department or school decides to proceed with the administrative disqualification, they will notify the graduate dean of the decision and the student will be disqualified and officially removed from the major at the end of the semester. Examples of unsatisfactory performance include but are not limited to: withdrawal from all or a substantial portion of a program of studies in two successive terms or in any three terms, failure to adhere to professional standards (see section on Standards for Professional Graduate Student Conduct), failure to make normal progress toward the degree, failure to fulfill conditions for fully classified admission within the time specified, denial of advancement to candidacy for a degree, and failure in presentation of a thesis or comprehensive examination. Upon the dean’s issuance of disqualification, the student’s status will become undeclared and the student will become ineligible to enroll in coursework from his or her program. If the student wishes to apply to another San Diego State University graduate program, the information regarding his or her dismissal will be included with the application materials forwarded to the new program prior to an admission decision. Unless a student has been accepted to a new graduate program by the end of the semester following dismissal, the student will be ineligible for registration and will need to reapply to the university if she or he wishes to return to the university.

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Student Conduct Inappropriate conduct by students or applicants for admission is subject to discipline on the San Diego State University campus. The Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities establishes standards and procedures in accordance with regulations contained in Sections 41301, 41302 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations. These sections are as follows: 41301.   Standards for Student Conduct. (a) Campus Community Values The university is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy living and learning environment for students, faculty, and staff. Each member of the campus community should choose behaviors that contribute toward this end. Students are expected to be good citizens and to engage in responsible behaviors that reflect well upon their university, to be civil to one another and to others in the campus community, and contribute positively to student and university life. (b) Grounds for Student Discipline Student behavior that is not consistent with the Student Conduct Code is addressed through an educational process that is designed to promote safety and good citizenship and, when necessary, impose appropriate consequences. The following are the grounds upon which student discipline can be based: (1) Dishonesty, including: (A) Cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty that are intended to gain unfair academic advantage. (B) Furnishing false information to a university official, faculty member, or campus office. (C) Forgery, alteration, or misuse of a university document, key, or identification instrument. (D) Misrepresenting one’s self to be an authorized agent of the university or one of its auxiliaries. (2) Unauthorized entry into, presence in, use of, or misuse of university property. (3) Willful, material and substantial disruption or obstruction of a university-related activity, or any on-campus activity. (4) Participating in an activity that substantially and materially disrupts the normal operations of the university, or infringes on the rights of members of the university community. (5) Willful, material and substantial obstruction of the free flow of pedestrian or other traffic, on or leading to campus property or an off-campus university related activity. (6) Disorderly, lewd, indecent, or obscene behavior at a university related activity, or directed toward a member of the university community. (7) Conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person within or related to the university community, including physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, or sexual misconduct. (8) Hazing, or conspiracy to haze. Hazing is defined as any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization or student body, whether or not the organization or body is officially recognized by an educational institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily injury to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, college, university or other educational institution in this state (Penal Code 245.6), and in addition, any act likely to cause physical harm, personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, college, university or other educational institution. The term “hazing” does not include customary athletic events or school sanctioned events. Neither the express or implied consent of a victim of hazing, nor the lack of active participation in a particular hazing incident is a defense. Apathy or acquiescence in the presence of hazing is not a neutral act, and is also a violation of this section.

(9) Use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs or drug-related paraphernalia, (except as expressly permitted by law and university regulations) or the misuse of legal pharmaceutical drugs. SDSU does not permit the possession or use of marijuana even with a medical recommendation. (10) Use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of alcoholic beverages (except as expressly permitted by law and university regulations), or public intoxication while on campus or at a university related activity. (11) Theft of property or services from the university community, or misappropriation of university resources. (12) Unauthorized destruction, or damage to university property or other property in the university community. (13) Possession or misuse of firearms or guns, replicas, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, knives, other weapons, or dangerous chemicals (without the prior authorization of the campus president) on campus or at a university related activity. (14) Unauthorized recording, dissemination, or publication of academic presentations (including handwritten notes) for a commercial purpose. (15) Misuse of computer facilities or resources, including: (A) Unauthorized entry into a file, for any purpose. (B) Unauthorized transfer of a file. (C) Use of another’s identification or password. (D) Use of computing facilities, campus network, or other resources to interfere with the work of another member of the university community. (E) Use of computing facilities and resources to send obscene or intimidating and abusive messages. (F) Use of computing facilities and resources to interfere with normal university operations. (G) Use of computing facilities and resources in violation of copyright laws. (H) Violation of a campus computer use policy. (16) Violation of any published university policy, rule, regulation or presidential order. (17) Failure to comply with directions or interference with any university official or any public safety officer while acting in the performance of his/her duties. (18) Any act chargeable as a violation of a federal, state, or local law that poses a substantial threat to the safety or well being of members of the university community, to property within the university community or poses a significant threat of disruption or interference with university operations. (19) Violation of the Student Conduct Procedures, including: (A) Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information related to a student discipline matter. (B) Disruption or interference with the orderly progress of a student discipline proceeding. (C) Initiation of a student discipline proceeding in bad faith. (D) Attempting to discourage another from participating in the student discipline matter. (E) Attempting to influence the impartiality of any participant in a student discipline matter. (F) Verbal or physical harassment or intimidation of any participant in a student discipline matter. (G) Failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under a student discipline proceeding. (20) Encouraging, permitting, or assisting another to do any act that could subject him or her to discipline. (c) Procedures for Enforcing This Code The Chancellor shall adopt procedures to ensure students are afforded appropriate notice and an opportunity to be heard before the university imposes any sanction for a violation of the Student Conduct Code.

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Student Grievances

If a student believes that a professor’s treatment is grossly unfair or that a professor’s behavior is clearly unprofessional, the student may bring the complaint to the proper university authorities and official reviewing bodies by following the Procedures for Handling Student Grievances Against Members of the Faculty, adopted by the Faculty Senate. A copy of the procedures may be obtained from the Office of the Ombudsman, Student Services East, Room 1105.

Cheating and Plagiarism Institutions of higher education are founded to impart knowledge, seek truth, and encourage one’s development for the good of society. University students shall thus be intellectually and morally obliged to pursue studies with honesty and integrity. In preparing and submitting materials for academic courses and in taking examinations, a student shall not yield to cheating or plagiarism, which not only violate academic standards but also make the offender liable to penalties explicit in Section 41301 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations as follows: Expulsion, Suspension, and Probation of Students. Following procedures consonant with due process established pursuant to Section 41304, any student of a campus may be expelled, suspended, placed on probation, or given a lesser sanction for one or more of the following causes that must be campus related.

Cheating

Cheating is defined as the act of obtaining or attempting to obtain credit for academic work by the use of dishonest, deceptive, or fraudulent means. Examples of cheating include, but are not limited to: (a) copying, in part or in whole, from another’s test or other examination; (b) discussing answers or ideas relating to the answers on a test or other examination without the permission of the instructor; (c) obtaining copies of a test, an examination, or other course material without the permission of the instructor; (d) using notes, cheat sheets, or other devices considered inappropriate under the prescribed testing condition; (e) collaborating with another or others in work to be presented without the permission of the instructor; (f) falsifying records, laboratory work, or other course data; (g) submitting work previously presented in another course, if contrary to the rules of the course; (h) altering or interfering with the grading procedures; (i) plagiarizing, as defined; and (j) knowingly and intentionally assisting another student in any of the above.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is defined as the act of incorporating ideas, words, or specific substance of another, whether purchased, borrowed, or otherwise obtained, and submitting same to the university as one’s own work to fulfill academic requirements without giving credit to the appropriate source. Plagiarism shall include but not be limited to (a) submitting work, either in part or in whole, completed by another; (b) omitting citations for ideas, statements, facts, or conclusions that belong to another; (c) omitting quotation marks when quoting directly from another, whether it be a paragraph, sentence, or part thereof; (d) close and lengthy paraphrasing of the writings of another; (e) submitting another person’s artistic works, such as drawings, musical compositions, paintings, photographs, or sculptures; and (f) submitting as one’s own work papers purchased from research companies.

Disciplinary Action

Cheating and plagiarism in connection with an academic program at the university may warrant two separate and distinct courses of action that may be applied concurrently in response to a violation of this policy: (a) academic sanctions, such as grade modifications; and (b) disciplinary sanctions, such as probation, suspension, or expulsion. Academic sanctions are concerned with the student’s grades and are the responsibility of the instructor involved. Disciplinary sanctions are concerned with the student’s records and status on campus and shall be the responsibility of the university president or designated representative. The Director of the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities shall be the president’s representative in matters of student discipline.

Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws

Anyone who is found to be liable for copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages suffered as a result of the infringement along with any profits of the infringer attributable to the infringement that are not already taken into account in computing the actual damages, or “statutory” damages between $750 and $30,000 per work infringed. In the case of a “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. (See 17 U.S.C. §504.) Courts also have discretion to award costs and attorneys’ fees to the prevailing party. (See 17 U.S.C. §505.) Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. Criminal penalties may vary depending on the nature of the offense and whether the infringer has previously been convicted of criminal copyright infringement under 18 U.S.C. §2319. (See 17 U.S.C. §506 and 18 U.S.C. §2319.)

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SDSU Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policies In accordance with the California Information Practices Act, the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee of San Diego State University may notify a student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) in the event compelling circumstances exist affecting the student’s health or safety, including circumstances involving alcohol or controlled substances. This statement is presented to students to provide information about (1) health risks associated with alcohol and other drugs, (2) prevention and treatment programs available on campus, and (3) applicable State laws and campus policies. Risks Use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs can lead to accidents, injury, and other medical emergencies. Alcohol, especially in high doses, or when combined with medications or illegal drugs continues to claim the lives of college students across the nation. If you see someone unconscious, call 9-1-1; doing so may save his or her life. Driving after consumption of even relatively small quantities of alcohol can substantially increase your risk of crash involvement. Even after just a drink or two, drinkers may experience some loss of their ability to think about complex problems or accomplish complex tasks. Drinkers may also lose some control over impulsive behavior. To become dependent upon chemicals such as alcohol and/or illicit drugs is to put your health and life at risk. Chemical dependency is a condition in which the use of mood altering substances, such as drugs or alcohol, affect any area of life on a continuing basis. Medical research has established very strong evidence that alcohol abuse contributes significantly to cancer and heart disease. Many illicit drugs have also been demonstrated to lead to serious short and long-term health problems. There is clear evidence of serious negative effects on babies due to use of illicit drugs and alcohol by the mother during pregnancy. Campus Resources Keeping yourself informed is an important step in developing a healthy lifestyle and in knowing how to cope with problems as they arise. SDSU provides useful and informative prevention education programs throughout the year. A variety of departments sponsor workshops and lectures on alcohol and drug related issues to support and encourage healthy, productive lifestyles. These programs are available through: Counseling and Psychological Services, 619-594‑5220; Residential Education Office, 619-5945742; Health Promotion, 619-594-4133; Athletic Department, 619-594-3019; Student Health Services, 619-594-5281; University Police Department, 619-594-1991. For students with substance abuse problems or concerns, assistance is available at SDSU’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) located in Calpulli Center, Room 4401. Students who prefer an appointment with a health care provider (e.g. nurse or physician), may contact Student Health Services. If you are aware of problems with friends, roommates, or family members, we encourage you to act responsibly by consulting with Counseling and Psychological Services. Remaining silent or waiting until a situation has escalated is not responsible behavior. SDSU supports the notion of students helping one another to cooperatively solve alcohol and substance abuse problems as they occur. Laws and Campus Policy With few exceptions, it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to purchase or possess alcohol. If you violate these laws, you may face a minimum fine of $250 and suspension of your driving license. For more information about California laws visit the California State Bar website at http://calbar.ca.gov/Public/Pamphlets/KidstheLaw. aspx or the California Alcohol Beverage Control website at http://www.abc.ca.gov/teencorner.html. Federal and State laws define a number of substances as “drugs” with sanctions related to their manufacture, sale, possession, and use varying by type of substance and quantity. See California State Bar website at http://calbar.ca.gov/Public/Pamphlets/KidstheLaw.aspx. In addition to the Standards for Student Conduct in the California Code of Regulations, Title V, Article 2, Section 41301, SDSU’s expectations of responsible student behavior prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students on university property or in surrounding neighborhoods, or as any part of the university’s activities. Violators may face suspension or expulsion from the university.

In addition, the university will cooperate with governmental authorities in criminal and civil actions. The university does not accept alcohol or substance abuse as an excuse, reason, or rationale for any act of abuse, harassment, intimidation, violence, or vandalism. Possession or consumption of distilled liquor on university property is prohibited at all times. Possession, consumption, or sale of beer or wine by those 21 years of age or older is permitted at designated campus locations and events only with prior approval of the vice president for student affairs. On campus property, and in surrounding neighborhoods, the sale, distribution, knowing possession, and use of dangerous drugs or narcotics are prohibited. Students are also forbidden by State and Federal laws to sell, distribute, possess, or use those drugs. SDSU does not permit the possession or use of marijuana even with a medical recommendation. Student organizations, residence halls, athletics, and Greek Life have instituted additional policies regarding alcohol and drugs. Please contact relevant administration offices for more information. More information can also be found at http://go.sdsu.edu/student_ affairs/healthpromotion/aodalcoholandotherdrugs.aspx. As a student at SDSU, you are responsible for your behavior and are fully accountable for your actions. Violation of this policy statement will not go unchallenged within the SDSU community. Any university student may be expelled, suspended, or placed on probation for violating university regulations regarding alcohol or drugs. Additionally, using alcohol or drugs negatively affects your academic performance. Students who possess, use, or distribute substances such as, but not limited to, marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, or other hallucinogens and narcotics, or who violate statutes regarding alcoholic beverages, are subject to arrest, imprisonment, or a fine according to State law. The University Police Department is empowered to enforce all State and Federal laws, including public drunkenness, driving under the influence, and possession of alcohol by a minor. The university’s commitment to exercising disciplinary powers in cases of illegal alcohol and drug use complements its full measure of support for students who seek help for themselves or their acquaintances. These two approaches, combined with an active prevention education program, provide a strong basis for maintaining university expectations for a safe, healthy, and productive campus community. We hope that you will take advantage of the programs and services available to you, and that you will join with us in creating a viable learning community. Drug Law Violations and Consequences A federal or state drug conviction for possession, sale, or conspiring to sell illegal drugs can affect a student’s eligibility to receive federal student financial aid, including loans, grants, and work study. If the offense occurs while the student is receiving federal student financial aid, the student will lose aid eligibility for a certain period of time. Additional information is available from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Student Services West, Room 3605, 619-594-6323, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/financialaid.

SDSU Smoke-Free Policy

SDSU is a completely smoke-free campus. Smoking is not permitted in or outside any buildings, including Viejas Arena and auxiliary buildings, or in parking areas. This policy implements California Code of Regulations Section 42356 of Title 5 and CSU Memorandum, 2002-26 and 2003-19, in accordance with California Education Code Sections 89030 and 89031, California Government Code Sections 7596-7598, and CSU Executive Order 599. Visit http://smokefree.sdsu.edu/smoke_free/ for more information on the SDSU smoking policy and smoking cessation programs.

SDSU Active Transportation Policy (Bicycles and Skateboards on Campus)

SDSU encourages our community to use alternative modes of transportation to and from campus. Bicycles may only be operated on streets and designated paths. In other locations, bicyclists shall walk their bicycles and shall park them in designated parking stands and areas. Skateboards, roller skates, and similar personal wheeled conveyances may only be operated on designated bike paths, Avenue of Arts, Aztec Circle Drive, Hilltop Way, and Scripps Terrace. Use of bicycles or personal wheeled conveyances in areas other than designated areas could be a violation of university policy, University Public Safety Code, and/or the California Vehicle Code.

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Service and Guide Dog Policy

San Diego State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The ADAAA and Section 504 require SDSU to make reasonable modifications to its policies, practices, or procedures to permit the use of a service or guide animal (further known as “dog”) by a faculty, staff, student, or visitor (further known as handler) with a disability.

Definition of a Service or Guide Dog

The ADAAA defines a service or guide animal as “any dog (or miniature horse) that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, psychiatric, sensory, or other mental disability.” It is important to note that other species of animal, whether wild or domestic, trained or untrained, are not service animals for the purposes of the ADAAA. It should further be noted that the ADAAA provides an exception for miniature horses that are trained as guide animals for the blind or visually impaired. Note that the crime deterrent effects of a dog’s presence and the provision of comfort, companionship, emotional support, or well-being do not constitute work or tasks for the purposes of determining whether a dog is a service or guide animal under the ADAAA or this policy.

Verification of a Service or Guide Dog

Handlers will not be asked about the nature or extent of his or her disability. However, when it is not readily apparent that the dog identified by the handler is trained to do work or perform tasks for him or her, university designees may only ask the handler the following two questions: • Is the dog required because of a disability? • What work or task has the dog been trained to perform? Documentation, such as proof that the dog has been certified, trained, or licensed as a service or guide dog is not required. For complete service and guide dog policy, visit http://go.sdsu. edu/student_affairs/sds/serviceanimals.aspx.

Safety and Security Report

In accordance with the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the San Diego State University Safety, Security and Fire Report and current annual crime statistics are available online at http://www.police.sdsu.edu. Call the University Police Crime Prevention Unit at 619-594-1985 for more information.

Integrity in Research and Scholarship San Diego State University expects the highest standards of ethical behavior of all members of the academic community involved in the conduct of research, including graduate students. Although instances of misconduct in research are rare, reports of possible scientific fraud concerning faculty, staff, and graduate students employed in research contracts and grants are dealt with in accordance with the university’s assurance of compliance with the United States Public Health Service scientific misconduct regulations. The administrative process for handling allegations of scientific misconduct and for protecting the rights and reputations of all persons involved is detailed in the Policy on Integrity in Research and Scholarship and published in the SDSU Policy File. Reports and/or charges of misconduct in research at SDSU should be directed to the chair of the department or dean of the college in which the alleged misconduct has occurred. Such reports may also be directed to the Vice President for Research in Graduate and Research Affairs for referral to the appropriate college dean.

Transcripts of Record Official Transcripts

Official transcripts can be ordered online in your SDSU WebPortal at http://www.sdsu.edu/portal under the Official Transcript section. If all your coursework was completed prior to 1987 or if your transcript requires special handling (e.g. via United States Postal Service Priority or Express Mail only), you will need to order official transcripts by completing an Official Transcript Request form and submitting it to the University Cashiers Office. A fee is charged for all transcripts and

must be paid in advance. An official transcript is usually mailed within five to seven business days after the request is processed by the Cashiers Office, unless a hold has been indicated. Transcripts from other schools or colleges become the property of this university and will not be released or copied.

Unofficial Transcripts

You may print an unofficial SDSU transcript by accessing the SDSU WebPortal at http://www.sdsu.edu/portal. If all of your SDSU coursework has been taken since fall 1987, your entire record will be available on the Web. If you completed coursework at SDSU prior to fall 1987, you must contact the Office of the Registrar to obtain an unofficial transcript reflecting that portion of your record. Unofficial transcripts do not bear the seal of the university and are not suitable for transfer purposes.

Graduate Program Unit Limits and Guidelines

Full time enrollment for graduate students is nine units of coursework numbered 500 through 999. Enrollment in Thesis (799A) is considered full time for master’s degree candidates. Enrollment in Thesis Extension (799B) or Comprehensive Examination Extension (799C) is considered half time for master’s degree candidates. Enrollment in Doctoral Research (897), Doctoral Dissertation (899), or Clinical Internship (Psychology 894) is considered full time for students admitted to a doctoral program.

Transfer and Foreign University Credit

For most master’s degree programs, the maximum transferable course credit is nine units including courses taken through San Diego State University College of Extended Studies. Exceptions are the Master of Business Administration degree, Master in Regulatory Affairs degree, Master of Science in Nursing degree which permits 12 units; the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degree which permits 18 units; the Master of Science degree in Counseling which permits 24 units; and the Master of Fine Arts degree in Art, the Master of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Arts, the Master of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, and the Master of Social Work degree which permit 30 units. All transfer credit earned in other colleges and universities including foreign universities and those earned through the San Diego State University College of Extended Studies must be approved by the graduate adviser and graduate dean. Credit earned by correspondence or by examination is not acceptable as satisfying advanced degree requirements.

Open University

Students who have been admitted to the university may NOT enroll in on-campus courses through Open University. Students who have not been admitted to the university may enroll in on-campus courses through Open University during the regular semester on a space available basis with approval of the course instructor and the department chair. Courses taken through Open University prior to admission to the university may be transferred to meet graduate degree requirements with the approval of the graduate adviser and the graduate dean and are normally limited to nine units depending on the degree objective (see Transfer and Foreign University Credit).

Special Sessions Program Credit

Special session degree programs are offered through the College of Extended Studies for external degree students. A matriculated graduate student who is not in a special session degree program may only take courses through the special session program if the course is not being offered through the regular session, if the student must take the course as part of their program of study, and if the course will not be offered again prior to the student’s planned graduation date. In these cases if students are taking regular session courses, they will have to pay special session fees and regular session fees.

Non-Credit Courses

Non-credit courses offered through the College of Extended Studies will appear on the San Diego State University transcript but are not transferable for graduate credit. Graduate students who enroll in these courses normally do so for personal enrichment only.

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University Policies

Availability of Institutional and Financial Assistance Information

The following information concerning student financial assistance may be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Student Services West, Room 3605, 619-594-6323, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/financialaid: 1. A description of the federal, state, institutional, local, and private student financial assistance programs available to students who enroll at San Diego State University and for San Diego State University students participating in study abroad programs; 2. For each aid program, a description of procedures and forms by which students apply for assistance, student eligibility requirements, criteria for selecting recipients from the group of eligible applicants, and criteria for determining the amount of a student’s award; 3. A description of the rights and responsibilities of students receiving financial assistance, including federal Title IV student assistance programs, criteria for continued student eligibility under each program, and how a drug law violation may affect your eligibility to receive financial aid; 4. The satisfactory academic progress standards that students must maintain for the purpose of receiving financial assistance and criteria by which a student who has failed to maintain satisfactory progress may reestablish eligibility for financial assistance; 5. The method by which financial assistance disbursements will be made to students and the frequency of those disbursements; 6. The way the university provides for Pell-eligible students to obtain or purchase required books and supplies by the seventh day of a payment period and how the student may opt out; 7. The terms of any loan received as part of the student’s financial aid package, a sample loan repayment schedule, and the necessity for repaying loans; 8. The general conditions and terms applicable to any employment provided as part of the student’s financial aid package; 9. The terms and conditions of the loans students receive under the Direct Loan and Perkins Loan Programs; 10. The exit counseling information the university provides and collects for student borrowers; and 11. Contact information for ombudsman office available for disputes concerning federal, institutional and private loans. Information concerning the cost of attending San Diego State University is available from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Student Services West, Room 3605, 619-594-6323, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/financialaid, and includes tuition and fees; the estimated costs of books and supplies; estimates of typical student room, board, and transportation costs; and, if requested, additional costs for specific programs. Information concerning the refund policies of San Diego State University for the return of unearned tuition and fees or other refundable portions of institutional charges is available from Student Account Services, Student Services West, Room 2536, 619-5945253, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/sas. Information concerning policies regarding the return of federal Title IV student assistance funds as required by regulation is available from Student Account Services, Student Services West, Room 2536, 619-594-5253, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/sas. Information concerning loan exit counseling for all student borrowers under the federal student loan programs is available from Student Account Services, Student Services West, Room 2536, 619-594-5253, or at http://www.sdsu.edu/sas. Information regarding special facilities and services available to students with disabilities may be obtained from Student Disability Services, Calpulli Center, Room 3100, 619-594-6473 (TDD: 619-5942929), or at http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/sds. Information concerning San Diego State University policies, procedures, and facilities for students and others to report criminal actions or other emergencies occurring on campus may be obtained from the Department of Public Safety, 619-594‑1991, or at http://www.police.sdsu.edu. Information concerning San Diego State University annual campus security report and annual fire safety report may be obtained from the Department of Public Safety, 619-594‑1991, or at http://www.police.sdsu.edu.

Information concerning the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse and rehabilitation programs may be obtained from Counseling and Psychological Services, Calpulli Center, Room 4401, 619-594‑5220, or at http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/cps. Information regarding student retention and graduation rates of students enrolled at San Diego State University and, if available, the number and percentage of students completing the program in which the student is enrolled or expresses interest may be obtained from Analytic Studies and Institutional Research, Manchester Hall, Room 3310, 619-594-6846, or at http://asir.sdsu.edu. Information concerning athletic opportunities available to male and female students and the financial resources and personnel that San Diego State University dedicates to its men’s and women’s teams may be obtained from the director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Aztec Athletics Center, Room 3015, 619-594-6357, or at http://www.goaztecs.com. Information concerning teacher preparation programs at San Diego State University, including pass rate on teacher certification examinations, may be obtained from the Office of Advising and Recruitment, Education and Business Administration, Room 259, 619-594-6320. Information concerning grievance procedures for students who feel aggrieved in their relationships with the university, its policies, practices and procedures, or its faculty and staff may be obtained from the ombudsman, Student Services East, Room 1105, 619-5946578, or at http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/ombuds. The federal Military Selective Service Act (the “Act”) requires most males residing in the United States to present themselves for registration with the Selective Service System within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Most males between the ages of 18 and 25 must be registered. Males born after December 31, 1959, may be required to submit a statement of compliance with the Act and regulations in order to receive any grant, loan, or work assistance under specified provisions of existing federal law. In California, students subject to the Act who fail to register are also ineligible to receive any need-based student grants funded by the state or a public postsecondary institution. Selective Service registration forms are available at any U.S. Post Office, and many high schools have a staff member or teacher appointed as a Selective Service Registrar. Applicants for financial aid can also request that information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be used to register them with the Selective Service. Information on the Selective Service System is available and the registration process may be initiated online at http://www.sss.gov.

Student Complaint Procedure Office of the Ombudsman Student Services East, Room 1105 619-594-6578 http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/ombuds

The California State University takes very seriously complaints and concerns regarding the institution. If you have a complaint regarding the CSU, you may present your complaint as follows: 1. If your complaint concerns CSU’s compliance with academic program quality and accrediting standards, you may present your complaint to the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) at http://www.wascsenior.org/. WASC is the agency that accredits the CSU’s academic program. 2. If your complaint concerns an alleged violation by CSU of a state law, including laws prohibiting fraud and false advertising, you may present your claim to the campus president or Office of the Ombudsman, Student Services East, Room 1105, 619-594-6578, http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/ombuds. The president or ombudsman will provide guidance on the appropriate campus process for addressing your particular issue. If you believe that your complaint warrants further attention after you have exhausted all the steps outlined by the president or ombudsman, or by WASC, you may file an appeal with the Associate Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs at the CSU Chancellor’s Office. This procedure should not be construed to limit any right that you may have to take civil or criminal legal action to resolve your complaint.

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Requirements for Master’s Degrees To receive the master’s degree at San Diego State University, the candidate must complete the following general requirements as well as the more specific requirements listed in the appropriate sections of Part Five of this bulletin.

Official Programs of Study Official programs of study are to be submitted to the Division of Graduate Affairs for approval after the student has been granted classified graduate standing. The program must be submitted prior to or concurrent with the time the student wishes to be considered for advancement to candidacy and the student must be in good academic standing at the time of submission. The requirements governing the official program will be those specified in the bulletin in effect at the time the program is approved in the Division of Graduate Affairs. Official master’s degree programs of study, as recommended by the graduate adviser and approved by the graduate dean, are binding unless the student withdraws from the university. Withdrawal is defined as having taken no courses during two consecutive semesters without an approved leave of absence. A student who withdraws from the university and is later readmitted with classified graduate standing may, with the recommendation of the graduate adviser and the consent of the graduate dean, continue with the original official program of study or may be required to submit a new program that complies with the requirements of the current Graduate Bulletin in effect at the time of readmission. When course requirements listed on an official master’s degree program deviate from those prescribed in the Graduate Bulletin, the student must submit to the graduate dean a petition for adjustment of academic requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the specific courses listed on the official program of study with a grade of C or better. No changes will be permitted unless recommended by the graduate adviser and approved by the graduate dean. No course can be deleted from an official program of study after the course has been completed. This includes a course for which a student has registered and received an “Incomplete” or “Report in Progress” grade.

Foreign Language Requirement Some departments require students to pass a foreign language requirement prior to advancement to candidacy, or in some cases, prior to graduation. See Part Five of this Bulletin for details.

Advancement to Candidacy A student who holds classified graduate standing and who meets the scholastic, professional, and personal standards of the university may be considered for advancement to candidacy for the master’s degree at the point of submission of the official program of study. For the Master of Arts, the Master of Science, the Master of Business Administration, the Master of Music, the Master of Public Administration, and the Master of Public Health degrees, a student may be advanced to candidacy after completing at least 12 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B); for the Master of City Planning, the Master of Science in counseling, the Master of Science in rehabilitation counseling, and the Master of Social Work degrees, the student must have earned at least 24 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B); for the degree of Master of Fine Arts in art, or the degree of Master of Fine Arts in theatre arts, the student must have earned at least 30 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B); for the degree of Master of Fine Arts in creative writing, the student must have earned at least 30 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a minimum grade point average of 3.25.

In addition to having classified graduate standing and the grade point averages specified above, the student must have maintained the required grade point averages (see section on next page) with no grade of less than 2.0 (C) in a program course, completed all the undergraduate deficiencies, and the special requirements of the department or school concerned. The Division of Graduate Affairs will send the students written notification of advancement to candidacy. A program of study must be on file at least one semester prior to graduation. A student may not enroll in 799A, take a Plan B comprehensive examination, or enroll in certain courses within the degree program until advanced to candidacy.

Unit Requirements Credit earned by correspondence or by examination is not acceptable on advanced degree programs. Courses applied toward one advanced degree may not be used to fulfill the requirements of another advanced degree. Courses designated undergraduate level cannot be used towards an advanced degree. Coursework completed prior to earning a baccalaureate degree is not applicable toward any future graduate degree except under policy for concurrent master’s degree credit. At least one-half of the units required for a master’s degree must be courses at the 600- and 700-level. Many programs are more restrictive than this regarding courses at the 500 level. Check the specific program for any further restrictions. When directed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, some students may be required to obtain approval when additional coursework, not on the official master’s degree program, is required to prepare for a thesis or a project. The additional courses must be recommended by the graduate adviser and approved by the Division of Graduate Affairs in order for the student to receive financial aid.

Master of Arts, Master of Music, Master of Science, and Master of Public Administration Degrees

Thirty to 33 units (36-48 units for the Master of Public Administration, 38 units for the Master of Science degree in psychology, 36 or 44 units for the Master of Arts in speech, language, and hearing sciences) of approved 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing. At least half of the units required must be in 600and 700-numbered courses. Not more than nine units in approved extension and transfer courses may be used to satisfy the minimum unit requirement for the degree. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Business Administration Degree

A minimum of 39 units and up to a maximum of 45 units of 500-, 600-, and 700-level courses earned in graduate standing and specified by the College of Business Administration. A maximum of six units of 500-level courses are acceptable. Up to 12 units of coursework may be accepted for transfer credit for programs of study consisting of 42 or more units. Up to nine units of coursework may be accepted for transfer credit for programs of study consisting of 39 units. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 780, 797, 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Business Administration Degree for Executives

A minimum of 48 units of 600- and 700-level courses earned in graduate standing. These courses will be offered in a predetermined pattern. No transfer courses and no substitute courses are accepted.

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Requirements for Master’s Degrees Master of Business Administration Degree (Sports Business Management)

A minimum of 45 units of 600- and 700-level courses earned in graduate standing. These courses will be offered in a predetermined pattern. No transfer courses and no substitute courses are accepted.

Master of City Planning Degree

Forty-eight units of approved 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing, at least 39 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 48 units for the degree. No more than a total of nine units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Engineering Degree

Thirty-six units consisting of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses specified by the degree requirements and program director while earned in graduate standing and six units of ENGR 798 (project) which may be taken as two three-unit modules. At least half of the units required must be in 600- and 700-numbered courses. No more than a total of nine units in approved extension and transfer courses may be used to satisfy the minimum unit requirement for the degree. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required for the degree.

Master of Fine Arts in Art Degree

Sixty units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing and specified by the School of Art and Design, at least 30 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 60 units for the degree. No more than a total of nine units in course 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Science in Computational Science Degree

Thirty units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses for the standard computational science degree or 40 units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses for the concentration in professional applications as specified by the degree requirements while earned in graduate standing. At least half of the units required must be in 600- and 700-numbered courses. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Science in Counseling Degree

Sixty units of 600- and 700- numbered courses earned while in graduate standing and specified by the Department of Counseling and School Psychology. Up to 24 units of coursework may be accepted for transfer credit. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 60 units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Science in Nursing Degree

A minimum of 36 units of 500-, 600-, and 700- numbered courses earned while in graduate standing and specified by the School of Nursing. Some concentrations or specializations require up to 24 additional units. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required in each concentrations or specialization. Up to 12 units of coursework may be accepted for transfer credit. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs Degree

Fifty-four units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing and specified by the Department of English and Comparative Literature, at least 36 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 54 units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in course 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Thirty-nine units of 600- and 700- numbered courses as specified by the director of the regulatory affairs program while earned in graduate standing. No more than 12 units in approved special session courses prior to matriculation and transfer courses may be used to satisfy the minimum unit requirement for the degree. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production Degree

Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling Degree

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Degree

Fifty-four units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing and specified by the School of Theatre, Television and Film, at least 36 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 54 units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Degree

Sixty units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing and specified by the School of Theatre, Television and Film, at least 30 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 60 units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Public Health Degree

A minimum of 51 units of approved 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses earned in graduate standing. Up to nine units of coursework may be accepted for transfer credit. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum units required for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics Degree

Thirty-three units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses for the standard bioinformatics and medical informatics degree or 38 units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses for the concentration in professional science master as specified by the degree requirements while earned in graduate standing. At least half of the units required must be in 600- and 700-numbered courses. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum number of units required for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted toward the degree.

Sixty units of 600- and 700-numbered courses earned while in graduate standing and specified by the rehabilitation counseling program, at least 30 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies are in addition to the minimum 60 units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in ARP 743 will be accepted; no more than a total of 12 units in ARP 744 will be accepted; and no more than a total of nine units in ARP 745 will be accepted toward the degree.

Master of Social Work Degree

Thirty-eight units of 500-, 600-, 700- numbered courses earned while in graduate standing and for the advanced standing degree or 60-63 units of 500-, 600-, 700-numbered courses earned while in graduate standing and for the standard degree as specified by the School of Social Work at least 30 of which must be completed in residence. Courses required to remove undergraduate deficiencies in addition to the minimum units for the degree. No more than a total of six units in courses numbered 797 and 798 will be accepted for credit toward the degree.

Grade Point Averages Grade point averages of at least 3.0 (B) must be maintained in: 1. All courses listed on the official degree program. 2. All courses, 300-level and above, taken at San Diego State University concurrently with or subsequently to the earliest course listed on the official degree program, including courses accepted for transfer credit. A grade point average of at least 2.85 must be maintained in all courses on the graduate record. No transfer or extension credit may be used to improve the grade point average of units completed at San Diego State University whether computed to determine the average on the official degree program or the overall average.

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Grade Restrictions for Master’s Degree Programs No course in which a final grade below “C” (2.0) was earned may be used to satisfy the requirements for an advanced degree. No 500-, 600-, or 700-numbered courses graded Credit/No Credit except those offered for Credit/No Credit only are acceptable on a master’s degree program. No undergraduate courses graded Credit/No Credit may be assigned to the deficiencies listed on a master’s degree program. At least 70 percent of the units used to fulfill the minimum requirements on a master’s degree program shall be letter graded. Units graded Credit/No Credit earned in practica, field experiences, and internships explicitly stated as specific requirements for a graduate degree will not be included in the determination of the number of non-lettergraded units allowable on the program of study.

Degree Time Limitations All requirements for advanced certificates and master’s degrees coursework must be completed within six consecutive calendar years after initial registration. All requirements for master’s and joint master’s degrees entailing more than 36 units must be completed within seven consecutive calendar years after initial registration. Time spent on leave of absence is counted toward the degree time limit. Time spent in compulsory service by active duty military is not counted toward the degree time limit. Students who do not graduate by this deadline will be subject to administrative disqualification by the graduate dean. With the approval of the program or department graduate adviser, a student in the sixth academic year of graduate study may appeal to the graduate dean for a one-year time limit extension. Students who exceed the time limit and wish to continue their studies must formally apply for new admission. Programs readmitting students who have been disqualified for exceeding the time limit should consult with the student at the time of readmission to determine whether credits previously earned will meet current degree requirements. Disqualified and readmitted students will be held to current Graduate Bulletin requirements and will need approval from their program adviser to use expired courses.

Subject (Thesis/Dissertation) Research Involving Human Subjects or Animal Subjects Committee authorization must be obtained in advance of conducting research involving humans or animals. Failure to observe this requirement could result in the refusal of the university to accept the completed thesis/dissertation. Research in which information is obtained about an individual through the use of a survey, interview, observation or experimentation or which involves analysis of previously collected human tissues, records, samples or other existing or secondary data is subject to review and approval of the Institutional Review Board (IRB). For students enrolled in a joint doctoral program, IRB review may be required at each campus. Students are responsible for knowing and complying with IRB review requirements at the institution(s) in which they enrolled. IRB review application materials and guidance on the SDSU campus may be obtained online at https://newscenter.sdsu.edu/researchaffairs/default.aspx. Students planning to conduct research that involves the use of live, vertebrate animals must be listed on a protocol approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) where the research will take place. If the research will occur under a SDSU approved protocol, the student must be listed on the responsible faculty’s animal protocol form and receive required training. Application materials used to request a review by the IACUC may be obtained online at http://gra.sdsu.edu/iacuc or through the Division of Research Affairs located in Gateway Center, Room 3519. Upon receipt of written authorization from the relevant committee, IRB or IACUC, students may initiate their research and register for required coursework.

Thesis, Plan A and Non-Thesis, Plan B Satisfactory completion of a thesis, project, or comprehensive examination is defined as follows: (a) A thesis is the written product of a systematic study of a significant problem. It identifies the problem, states the major assumptions, explains the significance of the undertaking, sets forth the sources for and the methods of gathering information, analyzes the data, and offers a conclusion or recommendation. The finished product evidences originality, critical and independent thinking, appropriate organization, language, and format, high level of writing competency, and thorough documentation. In most cases, an oral defense of the thesis is required. (b) A project is a significant undertaking appropriate to the fine and applied arts or to professional fields. It evidences originality and independent thinking, appropriate form, language use, organization, and rationale. It is described and summarized in a written abstract that includes the project’s significance, objectives, methodology, and a conclusion or recommendation. An oral defense of the project may be required. (c) A comprehensive examination is an assessment of the student’s ability to integrate the knowledge of the area, show critical and independent thinking, and demonstrate mastery of the subject matter. The results of the examination evidence independent thinking, appropriate organization and high level of writing competency, critical analysis, and accuracy of documentation. A record of the examination questions and responses shall be maintained in accordance with the records retention policy of the California State University. Plan A, requiring a thesis or project, may be selected by a student seeking the master’s degree, provided the department or school includes 799A, Thesis, on the official program of study. Course 799A represents three units of academic credit and can only be taken Credit/ No Credit. A grade of “CR” is granted by the Division of Graduate Affairs upon thesis approval by the thesis committee, the department or school, and the Graduate Council. Students will not be permitted to register in 799A until they have been officially advanced to candidacy, and have an officially approved Thesis or Project Committee Form on file in the Division of Graduate Affairs. Unauthorized registration in this course may result in cancellation of enrollment. One electronic copy of all master’s theses or projects are submitted to the library at San Diego State University and are subject to the policies of the library with respect to the circulation or duplication of its cataloged materials. An additional electronic copy is submitted to the ProQuest ETC (Electronic Thesis & Dissertations) system. Students should obtain a current edition of the SDSU Dissertation and Thesis Manual. The manual is available at http://www.montezumapublishing.com/Portals/4/docs/DTM.pdf. Plan B, requiring a comprehensive written examination in lieu of a thesis, may be followed in certain graduate degree curricula as indicated in Part Five of this bulletin. Dates on which comprehensive examinations are given are determined by the department or school concerned. Results of comprehensive examinations must be reported to the Division of Graduate Affairs by the department or school. Refer to the academic calendar preceding Part One of this bulletin for deadline dates. To be eligible to take the Plan B comprehensive examination, the student must have been advanced to candidacy.

Thesis Committee In consultation with the graduate adviser, a student will select a thesis chair. The student, graduate adviser, and committee chair will select the remaining faculty committee members. The student must obtain The Appointment of Thesis Committee Form and the Rights to Thesis/ Dissertation Data and Publication Authorship Form from the Division of Graduate Affairs. These forms must be signed by all committee members and the graduate adviser. The Division of Graduate Affairs will then review the composition of the student’s committee, verifying that it meets university requirements. The thesis committee is composed of at least three full-time SDSU faculty members. At least two of the members, including the committee chair, must hold permanent faculty appointments, or be an approved emeritus faculty including faculty in the FERP program. The first two committee members must be faculty from the department or the interdisciplinary faculty group in which the thesis is written. The third committee member must be an SDSU faculty member from a department other than the department in which the thesis is written. For complete information on composition of a thesis committee, see Appendix C of the SDSU Dissertation and Thesis Manual.

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Requirements for Master’s Degrees Determination of whether the thesis research will involve human or animal subjects must be made at this point (see Thesis/Dissertation Research Involving Human Subjects or Animal Subjects in this section of the bulletin). If human or animal subjects will be used, appropriate authorization for such use must accompany the thesis committee form when it is submitted to the Division of Graduate Affairs. The thesis committee will not be approved without appropriate research clearance. Upon official approval of the thesis committee and publication authorship forms by the Division of Graduate Affairs, the student is eligible to enroll in 799A, Thesis. Enrollment must occur during the normal registration period each semester and the schedule numbers for registration are provided by the Division of Graduate Affairs. Registration dates and deadlines are listed in the academic calendar each year.

Theses Embargo Library and Information Access will restrict (embargo) the use of a thesis or project if the author and the chair of the thesis committee request such action and the graduate dean approves. The purpose of the restriction is to protect the author’s right to publish or otherwise exploit the new knowledge before making it available to others. The display of a thesis, dissertation, or project may be embargoed for a period of up to one year upon written request of the student and consent of the dean of the Graduate Division. In the case of joint doctoral degrees, students must notify both schools and comply with each schools’ policies. To designate restricted use of a thesis, the author and the thesis committee chair should send a memorandum requesting restricted use to the dean of the Graduate Division. If the dean approves, the request is sent to the Monograph Cataloging Unit, who in turn will withhold from use all copies of the restricted thesis when they are received in Library and Information Access. The author’s memorandum to the dean of the Graduate Division requesting restricted use of a thesis should state the following: (1) The reason for the request; (2) The period of restriction (up to one year); and (3) The author’s address and telephone number. These will be used by the university’s archival librarian in requesting permission for a reader to consult, borrow, or copy the thesis during the period of restriction. Authors may request a renewal of the restriction period for a second year by sending a memorandum to the associate dean of the Graduate Division specifying the reason for the renewal. Once a thesis or dissertation is published, restricted use is no longer an option.

Theses in Foreign Languages As presentations of original research to the academic community, theses are ordinarily prepared for the university in the English language. In certain cases, however, for a foreign language degree, a student’s thesis in the history and literary analysis of non-English languages and literatures may be presented in the subject language. When the departmental graduate adviser and the prospective thesis committee deem this academically appropriate for the specific research topic, the appointment of the student’s thesis committee and authorization of the thesis research by the graduate dean shall be based on the provisions that (1) an abstract of the thesis shall be presented in English; (2) all members of the thesis committee shall be fluent in the subject language; and (3) student competency in standard written English shall be demonstrated through satisfactory completion of a departmental procedure that has been approved by the graduate dean. To obtain approval by the graduate dean: (1) the “thesis in a foreign language” box must be checked on the appointment of thesis committee form, and (2) written verification by the departmental graduate adviser that provisions 2 and 3 above have been met must be attached to the appointment of thesis committee form when it is submitted to the Division of Graduate Affairs.

Submission of Theses Final submittal of a thesis requires formal approval of the faculty thesis committee. Thesis manuscripts will only be accepted that conform to the format and presentation requirements specified by the Graduate Council and sponsoring department. These requirements are fully outlined in the SDSU Dissertation and Thesis Manual. The manual is available at http://www.montezumapublishing.com/thesis1/thesisformatting/ formatting.aspx. Students must be enrolled in 799A, Thesis, or 799B, Thesis Extension, in the term in which the thesis is granted approval by the faculty committee and submitted to Montezuma Publishing for review. Students will not be required to register for thesis in any subsequent term, provided the thesis is accepted by Montezuma Publishing by the end of the last working day of the semester in which the student is enrolled in 799A or 799B. Consult the academic calendar preceding Part One of this bulletin for specific deadline dates. Manuscripts deemed unready for submission, as determined by the Montezuma Publishing reviewer, will be rejected and returned to the student. Manuscripts are considered unready for submission when (1) they are not in compliance with department guidelines as described in Section 1.4.1 of the SDSU Dissertation and Thesis Manual; (2) they are not in compliance with the university’s guidelines as stated in the SDSU Dissertation and Thesis Manual (that is, there are gross deficiencies of format or presentation; see Section 1.4.2); (3) they are incomplete. Students who cannot meet the final deadline for submission because of such rejection will be required to enroll or reenroll in 799B and reapply for graduation for the following term. A “Cr” grade in 799A, Thesis, will only be granted upon approval of the thesis and payment of thesis filing fee. The Division of Graduate Affairs is solely responsible for the submission of grades for 799A and 799B. If the entire submission process is not completed by the publication deadline listed in the academic calendar, the student will be required to reapply for graduation for the term they expect to graduate. If a student submits for review before the last day to submit deadline, but does not pass, the student can resubmit at any point until the last day to submit deadline or within 45 days of receiving a corrections email, whichever comes later. If the student does not pass within this time frame, the thesis will be rejected and the student will have to register in 799B, Thesis Extension, the following semester and re-apply for graduation. A student must pay for publication within 90 days of the notification that they have passed review. If a student fails to pay for publishing within this time frame, the thesis will be rejected and the student will have to register in 799B, Thesis Extension, the following semester and re-apply for graduation.

Final Approval The student’s official program of study, as approved by the graduate adviser and the graduate dean, and all required examinations must be completed satisfactorily in order for the Graduate Council to recommend a student for an advanced degree.

Writing Competency The university requires that all candidates for an advanced degree demonstrate writing competency in the English language. This requirement may be met by successful completion of the written comprehensive examination in Plan B or final approval of a thesis or project in Plan A. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability who are in need of an accommodation in order to fulfill this requirement should so notify their graduate adviser and appropriate accommodation(s) shall be made.

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Application for Graduation Graduation is not automatic upon the completion of requirements. Students who intend to graduate must take the initiative. When they believe they are eligible, they should file an application via their web portal. Deadlines by which applications must be received in the Division of Graduate Affairs are published each year in the academic calendar and on the GRA website at: http://aztecgrad.sdsu.edu/gra/. A nonrefundable application fee of $55.00 is required. All requirements must be completed by the graduation date. Candidates for graduation are not eligible to register for terms subsequent to the graduation date unless an application for readmission has been filed with Graduate Admissions. For all other graduation or cancellation information please visit: http://aztecgrad.sdsu.edu/gra/.

record carries a grade of Incomplete (I) or a Report in Progress (RP) will graduate provided they are otherwise eligible for graduation. However, the Incomplete (I) or Report in Progress (RP) cannot be made up after the degree has been granted. An incomplete course will be counted as an F for grade point average purposes at the time of graduation. If students do not wish to graduate with the grade of Incomplete (I) or Report in Progress (RP) on their record, they must officially cancel their application for graduation.

Diploma The Division of Graduate Affairs will mail the appropriate diploma to the student approximately eight to ten weeks after the date of graduation. It is the student’s responsibility to provide the correct mailing address through their WebPortal.

Award of Degree

Commencement

Upon the recommendation of the faculty of San Diego State University, the Board of Trustees of the California State University awards the appropriate degree to a student who has completed the prescribed course of study. The process of posting degrees to transcripts will take approximately six to eight weeks. Candidates for graduation whose

Commencement exercises are held each year at the conclusion of the spring semester for students completing degrees in the spring and summer terms, or the fall term in the previous calendar year. Details regarding commencement are mailed to prospective participants in March, and are available on the commencement website at http://go.sdsu.edu/commencement.

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Business Administration Accredited by AACSB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business OFFICE: Student Services East 3220 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5828 / FAX: 619-594-7046 E-MAIL: [email protected] http://www.sdsu.edu/business

Associateships Graduate teaching associateships and graduate nonteaching associateships in business administration are available to a limited number of qualified students. The graduate degree may also prepare students for a teaching career. Applications and additional information may be secured from the departmental offices of the College of Business Administration.

General Information The College of Business Administration offers graduate study leading to the Master of Business Administration degree, Master of Science degree in Business Administration, Master of Science degree in Accountancy, and Master of Science degree in Information Systems. The college also offers a concurrent program with the College of Arts and Letters leading to both a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Latin American Studies and a concurrent program with California Western School of Law or Thomas Jefferson School of Law leading to a Master of Business Administration degree and Juris Doctor degree. The College of Business Administration M.B.A. and M.S. programs are accredited by AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The major goal of the Master of Business Administration degree is to prepare students with diverse academic backgrounds for entry into general management positions in business and not-for-profit enterprises. The primary purpose of the Master of Science degree in Business Administration is to provide a foundation for technical and executive careers in the management of specific functional and professional areas. The objective of the Master of Science degree in Accountancy is to prepare students for careers as professional accountants in financial institutions, government, industry, nonprofit organizations, and public practice. The basic conceptual knowledge of accounting and business can be obtained through an undergraduate degree or by otherwise meeting the prerequisites for the M.S. degree in Accountancy. The program offers the opportunity for greater depth of education by allowing students to concentrate their education in courses of specialized study in accounting. Close contacts with large and small firms, both local and national, enhance the business student’s education. The generous cooperation of local business and government organizations provides opportunities for research and field study for graduate students. The continued professionalization of the business executives’ responsibilities has created many opportunities for the student with an advanced degree in business administration. All students considering graduate work in business are advised to seek further details from the Graduate Programs Office in the College of Business Administration, 619-594-8073, prior to applying for admission.

Admission to Graduate Study Admission to the college’s graduate programs is competitive. A number of factors are taken into consideration in the admission decision, and only the top applicants are accepted. These factors include the applicant’s previous academic performance, the quality of the previous universities attended, the field of undergraduate study, scores on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), management experience, and the written application essay. References which validate experience will also be considered.

Students applying for admission should electronically submit the university application available at http://www.csumentor.edu along with the $55 application fee. All applicants must submit admissions materials separately to SDSU Graduate Admissions and to the Graduate Programs Office in the College of Business Administration. Graduate Admissions The following materials should be submitted as a complete package directly to: Graduate Admissions Enrollment Services San Diego State University San Diego, CA 92182-7416 (1) Official transcripts (in sealed envelopes) from all postsecondary institutions attended; Note: • Students who attended SDSU need only submit transcripts for work completed since last attendance. • Students with international coursework must submit both the official transcript and proof of degree. If documents are in a language other than English, they must be accompanied by a certified English translation. (2) GMAT scores (http://www.mba.com SDSU institution code 9LT-2P-73) or GRE scores (http://www.ets.org SDSU institution code 4682); (3) English language score, if medium of instruction was in a language other than English (http://www.ets.org/ SDSU institution code 4682). Master of Business Administration Degree Master of Business Administration Degree and Juris Doctor Degree Master of Business Administration Degree and Master of Arts Degree in Latin American Studies Master of Science in Business Administration Master of Science in Accountancy Master of Science in Information Systems The following materials must be submitted electronically. Submission instructions available at http://www.sdsu.edu/ graduatebusiness. (1) Personal statement; (2) Curriculum vitae or resume; (3) Letters of reference (two required; maximum of three). Master of Business Administration Degree for Executives The following materials should be mailed or delivered to: College of Business Administration Executive and Specialized Programs San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92182-8232 (1) Two sets of official transcripts (in sealed envelopes); (2) Two letters of recommendation (forms are available on the website); (3) A one-page statement of career objectives; (4) Curriculum vitae or resume. Complete directions are included in the MBA for Executives program application packet. Call 619-594-6010 or http://www.sdsu.edu/emba.

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Master of Business Administration Degree Admission to the Degree Curriculum

Regulations governing admission to the university and to the College of Business Administration are outlined above and in Part Two of this bulletin.

Advancement to Candidacy

All students must satisfy the general requirements for advancement to candidacy, as described in Part Four of this bulletin.

Specific Requirements for the Master of Business Administration Degree (Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 221702) The student must complete an approved program of 39 to 45 units of graduate coursework. Up to six units of 500-level courses may be included in the program. Up to 12 units of coursework completed at an accredited AACSB institution or with the approval of the director of graduate programs may be accepted for transfer credit. Students entering the program should have completed coursework in basic statistics and macro- and micro-economics. They should be proficient in college-level mathematics including algebra and in the use of spreadsheets. The requirements for the degree are as follows: 1. Complete the following core of seven courses. (21 units) B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) Subject to a limit of two courses, the requirement to complete individual core courses Business Administration 623-629 may be waived by the director of graduate business programs under special circumstances. Waivers are determined by evaluating prior course content, institution at which courses were taken, grades received, and time since courses were taken. Business Strategy (3) 2. B A 630 3. Complete 18 units of electives. Not more than 12 units outside the College of Business Administration and not more than a total of six units in courses 780 (Field Studies in Business), 797 (Research), and 798 (Special Study), will be accepted toward the degree. Courses taken outside of the College of Business Administration should be related to the M.B.A. program and must be approved by the director of graduate business programs. 4. Complete a culminating experience course. (3 units) B A 795 Business Consulting (3) B A 796 Integrative Business Analysis (3) B A 799A Thesis (3) Cr/NC/RP A student may choose to specialize by completing 12 units of elective courses from one of the following specializations: Specializations Major Code SIMS Code Accountancy 05021 221908 Entrepreneurship 05997 222361 Finance 05041 222117 Health Services Administration 05011 221710 Information Systems 07021 222338 International Business 05131 223651 Management 05061 222561 Marketing 05091 222773 Project Management 05011 221719 Real Estate 05111 222194 Supply Chain Management 05064 222381

Full and Half-Time Programs

Students enrolling in the M.B.A. program may be either full- or part-time students. Generally, in their first year, full-time students take twelve credit units at a time and part-time students take six credit units at a time. During the first year, students will be assigned to a cohort and complete certain required courses together.

Master of Business Administration Sports Business Management

(Offered only through the College of Extended Studies)

Admission to the Degree Curriculum

Regulations governing admission to the university and to the College of Business Administration are outlined above and in Part Two of this bulletin.

Advancement to Candidacy

All students must satisfy the general requirements for advancement to candidacy, as described in Part Four of this bulletin.

Specific Requirements for the Master of Business Administration Degree for Sport Business Management

(Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 221715) The Master of Business Administration for Sports Business Management is operated by Executive and Specialized Programs in the College of Business Administration and is an alternative path for the Master of Business Administration degree. Students accepted for the M.B.A. Sports Business Management program are fully matriculated in the university and meet all university requirements as established by the Graduate Council. The M.B.A. Sports Business Management program is an intensive, full-time, 45-unit program with classroom work beginning in January and continuing until December, including summer, followed by a fourto six-month internship. The fee structure is unique to the program and unrelated to the San Diego State University fee schedule. Students should contact the program office for a program calendar, Class Schedule, and fee summary. In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin, students must complete an approved program of study containing 45 units of 600- and 700-numbered courses. These courses will be offered in a predetermined pattern. No transfer courses and no substitute courses are accepted. The official programs of all students in any one cycle are identical. Advancement to candidacy requires completion of at least 24 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a 3.0 (B) minimum grade point average. The requirements are as follows: 1. Complete the following core of seven courses. (21 units) B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) 2. MKTG 779 Advanced Marketing Strategy (3) 3. Complete an additional 15 units of pre-determined courses related to the business of sports. 4. B A 780 Field Studies in Business (1-3) (Three units are required for completion of degree.) 5. B A 795 Business Consulting (3)

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Master of Business Administration for Executives (Offered only through the College of Extended Studies)

Admission to the Degree Curriculum

In addition to meeting the criteria for admission to the university, as well as those listed under “Admission to the Graduate Program in the College of Business Administration,” applicants must also demonstrate that they have had significant experience in management-level positions in business, government, or not-for-profit organizations.

Specific Requirements for the M.B.A. Degree for Executives (Major Code:  05011) (SIMS Code: 221705) The Master of Business Administration for Executives is operated by Executive and Specialized Programs in the College of Business Administration and is an alternative path for the Master of Business Administration degree. The program is designed especially to meet the needs of mid-career executives. Students in the program have an average of 15 years of full-time professional work experience and eight years of managerial or equivalent experience, and bring a wealth of practical knowledge to the classroom discussion. Students accepted for the M.B.A. for Executives concentration are fully matriculated in the university and meet all university requirements as established by the Graduate Council. All courses are scheduled in a modular fashion on alternate Fridays and Saturdays over a 24-month period for the convenience of working executives. The fee structure is unique to the program and unrelated to the San Diego State University fee schedule. Students should contact the program office for a program calendar, Class Schedule, and fee summary. In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing, and the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin, students must complete an approved program of study containing 48 units of 600- and 700-numbered courses. These courses will be offered in a predetermined pattern. No transfer courses and no substitute courses are accepted. The official programs of all students in any one cycle are identical. Advancement to candidacy requires completion of at least 24 units of coursework listed on the official program of study with a 3.0 (B) minimum grade point average.

MBA for Executives B A 601 B A 602 B A 603 B A 604 B A 605 B A 615 B A 616 B A 700 B A 701 B A 702 B A 703 B A 705 B A 707 B A 709 B A 710 B A 711 B A 790

Organizational Behavior for Executives (3) Statistics for Business Decisions (3) Executive Financial Accounting (2) Executive Managerial Accounting (2) Managerial Marketing (2) Strategic Financial Management (3) Competitive Analysis (3) Business in the Global Environment (3) Executive Entrepreneurship (3) Social Responsibility: Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (3) Strategic Management (3) Marketing Strategy (2) Executive Seminar in Negotiations (2) Seminar in the Global Financial Environment (3) Executive Leadership (3) Seminar in Contemporary Challenges (1-5) Directed Readings in Business Administration (3) Cr/NC

Master of Science Degree in Business Administration Admission to the Degree Curriculum

In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing in the university and admission to the College of Business Administration, as described above, and in Part Two of this bulletin, the student must have satisfactorily completed equivalents of the following courses: B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3)  B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) In addition, the student’s adviser may request satisfactory completion of additional prerequisite courses in the student’s proposed field of specialization. Current students are required to complete any needed program prerequisites by enrolling in graduate courses and may not satisfy prerequisites by enrolling in undergraduate equivalency courses. Notice of admission to a curriculum with classified graduate standing will be sent to the student upon the recommendation of the College of Business Administration and the approval of the dean of the Division of Graduate Affairs. For admission to the taxation concentration (05022) the student must be a certified public accountant (CPA) or have a juris doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and have completed Accountancy 201 and 202.

Advancement to Candidacy

All students must satisfy the general requirements for advancement to candidacy, as described in Part Four of this bulletin. Students concurrently enrolled in deficiency coursework may be given permission to take the comprehensive examination in their concentration prior to actual completion of all coursework. However, comprehensive examinations will not be evaluated and results will not be reported to the Division of Graduate Affairs until all deficiency coursework has been successfully completed. This may delay graduation.

Specific Requirements for the Master of Science Degree (Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 221701) In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing as described above and the general requirements for master’s degrees as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must complete a graduate program of at least 30 approved units to include at least 21 units in 600- and 700-numbered courses (except for the concentration in Financial and Tax Planning which requires at least 18 units in 600- and 700-numbered courses). Up to nine units of coursework may be accepted as transfer credit. This program cannot include Finance 604 and Business Administration courses numbered 625-629, without specific permission of the director, Graduate Business Programs. At least 24 units must be in business administration and economics. Not more than a total of six units in courses 797 (Research), 798 (Special Study), and Business Administration 780 (Field Studies in Business), may be accepted for credit toward the degree. Each of the concentrations in the Master of Science in Business Administration requires Plan A, Thesis; or Plan B, Directed Readings in Business Administration or a written comprehensive examination offered by the appropriate department. The program must be approved by the college and departmental adviser. For regulations concerning grade point averages, final approval for the granting of the degree, award of the degree, and diplomas, see the section entitled “Requirements for the Master’s Degree,” in Part Four of this Bulletin.

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Business Administration Concentration in Financial and Tax Planning

(Major Code: 05043) (SIMS Code: 222124) For the concentration in financial and tax planning, an optional Plan B, Comprehensive Examination, is available. Students may substitute a comprehensive examination and three units of additional coursework for the thesis requirement. This examination will be administered while students are registered in Finance 590. Additionally, this concentration requires the following prerequisites, rather than the list shown under “Admission to the Degree Curriculum:” ACCTG 201 Financial Accounting Fundamentals (3) ECON 101 Principles of Economics (3) ECON 102 Principles of Economics (3) ECON 201 Statistical Methods (3) OR STAT 119 Elementary Statistics for Business (3) ECON 320 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (3) OR ECON 422 Business Cycles (3) FIN 240 Legal Environment of Business (3) FIN 323 Fundamentals of Finance (3) Concentrations

Major Code

SIMS Code

No new students are being admitted into the following concentrations on the SDSU campus. Entrepreneurship Finance International Business Management Marketing Real Estate Supply Chain Management Taxation

05997 05041 05131 05061 05091 05111 05064 05022

222360 222115 223650 222557 222771 222192 222382 221929

Master of Business Administration Degree and Juris Doctor Degree (California Western School of Law)

General Information

The College of Business Administration and the California Western School of Law offer a four-year concurrent program and study leading to a Master of Business Administration and Juris Doctor degree in law. The objective of the concurrent degrees program is to prepare students who are competent in both law and business administration for advanced practice in many areas where the fields converge. Both degrees must be awarded in the same semester.

Admission to the Degree Curriculum

Regulations governing admission to the university and to the College of Business Administration are outlined in Part Two of this bulletin. The concurrent degree program requires separate application to each institution and admission to each institution. Admission decisions are made independently by San Diego State University and California Western School of Law; admission to one institution does not imply admission to the other. The coordinators for the concurrent degree program in business administration and law are the director of graduate business programs, San Diego State University, and the associate dean, California Western School of Law.

Specific Requirements for the MBA/JD Concurrent Degree (Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 221720)

College of Business Administration (39-45 Units–Including up to 12 units transferred from California Western School of Law) Between 30 to 33 of the total units required must be completed in residence at San Diego State University. Up to 12 units from California Western School of Law will be accepted for transfer credit for programs of study. The requirements for the degree are as follows: 1. Complete the following core of seven courses. (21 units) B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) Subject to a limit of two courses, the requirement to complete individual core courses B A 623 to 629 may be waived by the director of graduate business programs if an equivalent course has been completed. Equivalency is determined by course content, institution at which course was taken, grade received, and time since course was taken. Current students are required to enroll in graduate courses and may not satisfy core course requirements by enrolling in undergraduate equivalency courses. Business Strategy (3) 2. B A 630 3. Complete six to nine units of business electives (depending on course waivers). 4. Complete a culminating experience. (3 units) B A 795 Business Consulting (3) B A 796 Integrative Business Analysis (3) B A 799A Thesis (3) Cr/NC/RP

California Western School of Law (77 Units) Civil Procedures I and II (6) Constitutional Law I (3) Contracts I and II (6) Criminal Law (3) Criminal Procedure I (3) Evidence (4) Legal Process (0) Legal Skills I, II, III (6) Professional Responsibility (2) Property I and II (6) Torts I and II (6) Internship (5) Electives: 27 units The specific sequence of courses over the four year period is listed in the admissions material. Students attend the schools in the following pattern: Year 1 California Western School of Law only Year 2 San Diego State University College of Business Administration only Year 3 Both schools Year 4 Both schools

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Master of Business Administration Degree and Juris Doctor Degree (Thomas Jefferson School of Law)

General Information

The College of Business Administration and the Thomas Jefferson School of Law offer a four-year concurrent program and study leading to a Master of Business Administration and Juris Doctor degree in law. The objective of the concurrent degrees program is to prepare students who are competent in both law and business administration for advanced practice in many areas where the fields converge. Both degrees must be awarded in the same semester.

Admission to the Degree Curriculum

Regulations governing admission to the university and to the College of Business Administration are outlined in Part Two of this bulletin. The concurrent degree program requires separate application to each institution and admission to each institution. Admission decisions are made independently by San Diego State University and Thomas Jefferson School of Law; admission to one institution does not imply admission to the other. The coordinators for the concurrent degree program in business administration and law are the director of graduate business programs, San Diego State University, and the associate dean, Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Specific Requirements for the MBA/JD Concurrent Degree (Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 221721)

College of Business Administration (39-45 Units–Including up to 12 units transferred from Thomas Jefferson School of Law) Between 30 to 33 of the total units required must be completed in residence at San Diego State University. Up to 12 units from Thomas Jefferson School of Law will be accepted for transfer credit for programs of study. The requirements for the degree are as follows: 1. Complete the following core of seven courses. (21 units) B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) Subject to a limit of two courses, the requirement to complete individual core courses B A 623 to 629 may be waived by the director of graduate business programs if an equivalent course has been completed. Equivalency is determined by course content, institution at which course was taken, grade received, and time since course was taken. Current students are required to enroll in graduate courses and may not satisfy core course requirements by enrolling in undergraduate equivalency courses. 2. B A 630 Business Strategy (3) 3. Complete six to nine units of business electives (depending on course waivers). 4. Complete a culminating experience. (3 units) B A 795 Business Consulting (3) B A 796 Integrative Business Analysis (3) B A 799A Thesis (3) Cr/NC/RP

Thomas Jefferson School of Law (76 Units) Business Associations (4) Civil Procedure I and II (6) Constitutional Law I and II (6) Contracts I and II (6) Criminal Law (3) Criminal Procedure (3) Evidence (4) Legal Writing I and II (7) Professional Responsibility (3) Property I and II (6) Remedies (3) Torts I and II (6) Internship (5) Electives: 14 units The specific sequence of courses over the four year period is listed in the admissions material. Students attend the schools in the following pattern: Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4

Thomas Jefferson School of Law only San Diego State University College of Business Administration only Both schools Both schools

Master of Business Administration Degree and Master of Arts Degree in Latin American Studies General Information

The College of Business Administration and the Center for Latin American Studies offer a three-year concurrent program study leading to a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Latin American Studies. The primary objective of the concurrent program is to offer preparation in the fields of business administration and Latin American studies for the purpose of providing the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and engage in business relationships within a Latin American historical, cultural, and linguistic milieu, in Latin America or in the United States. For information, contact the chair of the Latin American Studies Committee or the director of graduate programs in the College of Business Administration.

Admission to the Degree Curriculum

Since this program combines disparate disciplines, applicants are required to submit GMAT or GRE scores and should have substantial academic backgrounds in the humanities and social sciences. Applicants should also have a background in Spanish or Portuguese language and literature. Students in the concurrent degree program are expected to be full time so that all requirements will be satisfied in an acceptable time.

Advancement to Candidacy

All students must meet the general requirements for advancement to candidacy as described in Part Four of this bulletin. In addition, (1) the student must complete with a grade of B (3.0) or better, either Spanish 302 (or its equivalent) or Portuguese 401 (or its equivalent), or three units of 500-level or graduate coursework in Spanish, or pass the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) oral proficiency examination in either Spanish or Portuguese with a score of 2.0 or above; (2) all core courses in business and Latin American studies must be completed prior to advancement in any core course; (3) the student must have been recommended for advancement by the combined advisory committee; (4) the student must have a thesis proposal approved by the combined faculty advisory committee. Upon advancement to candidacy, the student will enroll in B A 799A (Thesis). A thesis (Plan A) incorporating theory, method, and analytic techniques from both disciplines is the culminating experience for the concurrent program leading to the M.B.A. and M.A. degrees.

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Business Administration Specific Requirements for the MBA/MA Degree (Major Code: 05011) (SIMS Code: 992001) In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must complete an officially approved course of study consisting of 63 units as outlined below. 1. The college expects students entering the Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Latin American Studies to be proficient in several areas. These include proficiency in statistics, mathematical skills, basic economics and in the use of personal computers, including spreadsheets and word processing. The students are responsible for insuring that they possess these skills before beginning the program. 2. Complete the following core of seven courses. (21 units): B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) B A 629 Financial Management (3) Subject to a limit of two courses, the requirement to complete individual core courses B A 623 to 629 may be waived by the director of graduate business programs if an equivalent course has been completed. Equivalency is determined by course content, institution at which course was taken, grade received, and time since course was taken. Current students are required to enroll in graduate courses and may not satisfy core course requirements by enrolling in undergraduate equivalency courses. 3. B A 630 Business Strategy (3) 4. Complete 15 units in Business Administration to include: FIN 654 Seminar in International Business Finance (3) MGT 710 Seminar in World Business Environment (3) MGT 723 Seminar in International Strategic Management (3) MGT 745 Seminar in Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3) MKTG 769 Seminar in International Marketing (3) 5. Complete 24 units in courses of Latin American content, including the following required courses: LATAM 600 Seminar in Latin American Studies (3) LATAM 601 Seminar on Methodology of Latin American Studies (3) The remaining 18 units selected from the following list of courses:

Latin American Studies

LATAM 550 Mexican-US Border from a Latin American Perspective (3) LATAM 580 Special Topics* (1-4) LATAM 696 Experimental Topics* (3) LATAM 750 Seminar: Study in Latin America (3) LATAM 795 Latin American Studies Internship (3) Cr/NC LATAM 797 Research (1-3) Cr/NC/RP ANTH 520 ANTH 529 ANTH 531 ANTH 533 ANTH 582 ANTH 583 ANTH 605

Anthropology

Ethnographic Field Methods (3) Urban Anthropology (3) Methods in Applied Anthropology (3) Race, Ethnicity, and Identity* (3) Regional Anthropology* (3) Topical Anthropology* (3) Seminar in Applied Anthropology (3)

Economics

ECON 565 North American Economic Relations (3) ECON 720 Seminar in Development and Planning* (3)

History

HIST 550 HIST 551 HIST 558 HIST 580 HIST 640

Colonial Mexico (3) Modern Mexico (3) Latin America in World Affairs (3) Topics in the History of War and Violence* (3) Directed Readings in Latin American History (3)

JMS 574 JMS 701

International Advertising (3) Seminar: Mass Communication Problems (3)

Journalism and Media Studies

POL S 562

Political Science

Religion and Politics in Comparative Perspective (3) POL S 564 Political Ecology of Latin America (3) POL S 565 Nations and Nationalism (3) POL S 566 Political Change in Latin America (3) POL S 567 Political Systems of Latin America (3) POL S 568 Mexican Politics (3) POL S 661 Seminar in the Political Systems of the Developing Nations* (3) POL S 667 Seminar in Latin American Political Systems (3)

Portuguese

PORT 535

Brazilian Literature (3)

SOC 522

The Family in Comparative and Cross-Cultural Perspectives (3) Sociology of the United States-Mexico Transborder Populations and Globalization (3)

SOC 554 SPAN 602 SPAN 606 SPAN 751 SPAN 752 SPAN 760

Sociology

Spanish

Foundations and Research Methods of Hispanic Linguistics (3) Spanish American Literature: Independence to Present (3) Seminar in Realism* (3) Seminar in Literature and Culture of the Fin-deSiécle (3) Seminar in Reading in the Transatlantic Imaginary (3)

California Western School of Law Students may take two courses from California Western School of Law with the approval of the Latin American Studies graduate adviser. Students must apply to enroll under the provisions of the affiliation agreement with the California Western School of law. * Acceptable when of relevant content; check with the Latin American Studies graduate adviser before enrolling. Students must apply to enroll under the provisions of the affiliation agreement with the California Western School of Law.

6. The student must complete MGT 797 (Research) or LATAM 797 (Research) in addition to B A 799A (Thesis). The thesis in business administration will treat a Latin American related topic and will be supervised by a business faculty with international business expertise and at least one faculty member from the Latin American studies program. If a student after entering the concurrent MBA/MA program returns to a single degree program, all the requirements for the single degree program must be met. A Master of Engineering degree is offered for students who are interested in a career in engineering with a business/management emphasis. For course requirements consult Engineering in this section of the bulletin.

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Courses Acceptable on the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Science Degree Programs (B A) Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

GRADUATE COURSES B A 623. Statistical Analysis (3) Prerequisites: Classified graduate standing and basic statistics. Understanding and applications of statistics for problem solving and managerial decision making. (Formerly numbered Business Administration 652.) B A 624. Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Study of individuals and groups within an organizational context. Topics include leadership, individual differences, organizational design, group processes and characteristics, organizational processes and practices; and influence of these on individual, group, and organizational effectiveness. (Formerly numbered Business Administration 651.) B A 625. Financial and Management Accounting (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Financial and management accounting for decision making and control in profit-directed organizations. Terminology, concepts, frameworks, and tools used to understand and analyze the financial consequences of business activities. Not open to students with credit in Business Administration 650. B A 626. Business Economics (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Microeconomic and macroeconomic environments of business. Assessing and forecasting the impact of market structure, economic climate, and governmental policies on pricing, operations, and competitive strategy. Not open to students with credit in Business Administration 653. B A 627. Marketing (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Role and function of marketing in the organization and society. Planning, implementation, and evaluation of marketing strategies and programs. Not open to students with credit in Marketing 370. (Formerly numbered Business Administration 655.) B A 628. Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Managerial concepts and quantitative methods associated with the design, execution, and management of operations and supply chain systems. (Formerly numbered Business Administration 662.) B A 629. Financial Management (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Explore role of finance in a shareholder value based framework. Financial analysis and planning, investment, capital structure, financial markets, capital raising and capital disbursement decisions, valuation, and corporate restructuring. Not open to students with credit in Business Administration 665. B A 630. Business Strategy (3) Prerequisites: Business Administration 624, 625, 626, 627, 628, 629. Contemporary frameworks used in environmental and industry analysis, organizational analysis, strategy formulation and implementation. Managerial issues from the view point of top managers, based on a long-term and multifunctional perspective of organizations and their environments. B A 780. Field Studies in Business (1-3) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Completion of MBA core. Application of business concepts to real world organizations. Students work under supervision of a faculty member to perform a project utilizing theories and principles from previous business coursework. Maximum credit six units.

B A 795. Business Consulting (3) Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy and completion of MBA core. Strategic analysis of business problems in a consulting context. Problem definition analysis and prioritization of solution mechanisms. Preparation for comprehensive examination for students in the M.B.A. program under Plan B. B A 796. Integrative Business Analysis (3) Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Integrative business analysis through cases and simulations. Preparation for the comprehensive examination for students in the M.B.A. program (Plan B). B A 799A. Thesis (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisites: An officially appointed thesis committee and advancement to candidacy. Preparation of a project or thesis for the master’s degree. B A 799B. Thesis Extension (0) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Prior registration in Thesis 799A with an assigned grade symbol of RP. Registration required in any semester or term following assignment of RP in Course 799A in which the student expects to use the facilities and resources of the university; also student must be registered in the course when the completed thesis is granted final approval. B A 799C. Comprehensive Examination Extension (0) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in degree program courses. Registration required of students whose only requirement is completion of the comprehensive examination for the master’s degree. Registration in 799C limited to two semesters.

Courses Acceptable on the Master of Business Administration Degree for Executives (B A) GRADUATE COURSES B A 601. Organizational Behavior for Executives (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Role of the manager in designing organizations for effectiveness with emphasis on organizational theory and organizational behavior. B A 602. Statistics for Business Decisions (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Statistics and production operations management. Data analysis, central tendency and variability, probability, distributions, sample inference, association analysis. Applications in engineering, manufacturing and service, and an overview of decision theory, queuing, total quality control, and project management. B A 603. Executive Financial Accounting (2) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Prerequisite: Admission to M.B.A. for Executives program. Accounting procedures and judgments underlying corporate financial statements; ability to read and analyze these statements; make inferences about financial stability, likelihood of success, and other important attributes of various business entities. B A 604. Executive Managerial Accounting (2) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Prerequisite: Admission to M.B.A. for Executives program. Accounting information for internal decision making purposes to include cost measurement, capacity management, activity based costing, activity based management, production costing, quality costing, pricing, CVP analysis, budgeting, performance evaluation, transfer pricing, and compensation. B A 605. Managerial Marketing (2) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) The marketing function in an organization. Managerial activities of marketing including market analysis, target market selection and design of the organization’s marketing program.

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Business Administration B A 615. Strategic Financial Management (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Provides a framework for financial decision making. Covers relevant modern theory and emphasizes role of finance in corporate strategy. Topics include financial analysis and planning, investment, capital structure and dividend decisions and valuation and corporate restructuring. Not open to students with credit in Business Administration 665. B A 616. Competitive Analysis (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Competition in typical unregulated product or service markets. Competitive forces in such markets, and impact of these forces on economic profits, rates of return, and relative market-shares of competing firms. Not open to students with credit in Business Administration 653. B A 700. Business in the Global Environment (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Evolution of multinational corporations, management of organizations in global environment, and marketing and management implications of competition in international arena. B A 701. Executive Entrepreneurship (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Entrepreneurial approach to business. Concepts, theories, and techniques for organizing and managing an entrepreneurial venture. B A 702. Social Responsibility: Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Role of the manager in dealing in a socially responsible and ethical manner with internal and external constituencies. B A 703. Strategic Management (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Corporate and business level strategic decision making. Topics include industry and environmental analysis, strategy implementation, strategic planning systems. Case descriptions of actual company situations serve as basis for analysis and recommendations.

B A 705. Marketing Strategy (2) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Development, implementation, and evaluation of marketing strategy and plans. Role of marketing planning, analysis and control; contributions and implications of marketing to corporate strategy. Strategies for attaining competitive advantage. Contemporary marketing planning tools and techniques. B A 707. Executive Seminar in Negotiations (2) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Prerequisite: Admission to M.B.A. for Executives program. Negotiations principles in managerial contexts. Concepts, skills, and simulations of negotiation processes. B A 709. Seminar in the Global Financial Environment (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Develops understanding of world economy and illustrates impact of financial environment on decision making process of business managers. How corporations respond to changing economic forces and/or historical governmental policies. B A 710. Executive Leadership (3) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Theoretical and empirical literature pertaining to study and assessment of leadership skills. Process of organizational change and development. B A 711. Seminar in Contemporary Challenges (1-5) (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Challenges facing managers of organizations in modern society: organizational, human resources, operational, economic, environmental, political, international, and technological issues. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit five units applicable to a master’s degree. B A 790. Directed Readings in Business Administration (3) Cr/NC (Offered only in the College of Extended Studies) Preparation for the comprehensive examination for students in the M.B.A. for Executives program (Plan B).

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In the Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy In the College of Business Administration OFFICE: Student Services East 2411 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5070 / FAX: 619-594-3675 E-MAIL: [email protected]

Faculty C. Janie Chang, Ph.D., Professor of Accountancy, The Vern E. Odmark Chair in Accountancy, Director of School (Graduate Adviser) John C. Anderson, Ph.D., Professor of Accountancy Gary M. Grudnitski, Ph.D., Professor of Accountancy Victoria Krivogorsky, Ph.D., Professor of Accountancy Nathan A. Oestreich, Ph.D., Professor of Accountancy Hung C. Chan, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Accountancy David DeBoskey, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Accountancy (BMACC Adviser) Damon M. Fleming, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Accountancy (Graduate Adviser) Steven L. Gill, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Accountancy (Graduate Adviser) Gun-Ho Joh, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Accountancy (Graduate Adviser) Brett S. Kawada, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accountancy Yan Luo, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accountancy Jundong Wang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accountancy

The Vern E. Odmark Chair in Accountancy Established in recognition of Dr. Vern E. Odmark for his 25 years of teaching at SDSU, basic support is provided by contributions from friends, alumni, and corporations, including many major national accounting firms. The chair acknowledges the university’s objective of continuing the high standards of teaching excellence and professionalism that characterized Odmark’s career. Dr. Chee W. Chow, widely recognized throughout the country for the breadth of his research and his technical thoroughness, held the chair from 1984 until his retirement in 2006. Dr. C. Janie Chang, recognized for research and teaching was awarded the chair in fall 2006.

Master of Science Degree in Accountancy General Information The objective of the Master of Science degree program in accountancy is to provide students with greater breadth and depth in accounting education than is possible in the baccalaureate degree. The program allows students to focus their accounting studies in an area of specialization within the field of accounting and to gain a greater breadth in their knowledge of business and accounting. In order to provide the opportunity for specializing one’s accounting knowledge, the M.S. program provides three areas of specialization: accounting information systems, financial reporting, and taxation. Each area consists of a series of selected courses which students take upon the recommendation of their adviser. Specialization within the M.S. degree is intended to give students the necessary academic background and research experience to advance their careers in public accounting, private accounting or government. The M.S. degree may also prepare students for a teaching career or admittance into a doctoral program.

Admission to the Degree Curriculum In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing in the university and admission to the College of Business Administration, as described above, and in Part Two of this bulletin, the student must have satisfactorily completed the following courses or their equivalent: B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) B A 624 Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3) B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 626 Business Economics (3) (or ECON 101 and ECON 102) B A 629 Financial Management (3) Students also need an English writing and/or composition course at a university where English is the primary language of instruction, and any other course deficiencies as required by a graduate adviser in the School of Accountancy. Satisfactory completion means that the student’s grade in each course must be B (3.0) or better and that the course must have been completed within seven years prior to the first course completed on the master’s degree program. The seven year requirement may be waived by the School of Accountancy adviser. Notice of admission to a curriculum with classified graduate standing will be sent to the student only upon the recommendation of the College of Business Administration and the approval of the dean of the Division of Graduate Affairs.

Advancement to Candidacy All students must satisfy the general requirements for advancement to candidacy, as described in Part Four of this bulletin.

Specific Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Accountancy (Major Code: 05021) (SIMS Code: 221909) In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing as described above and the general requirements for master’s degrees as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must complete a graduate program of at least 30 approved units including at least 21 units in 600- and 700-numbered courses. Of the 30 units, at least 15 units must be in accountancy courses at San Diego State University. At least 12 units of accountancy courses must be numbered 650 and above (in special cases, nine units with adviser approval). Under Plan A, Business Administration 799A, Thesis, is required. Under the optional Plan B, a comprehensive examination and three units of additional coursework may be substituted for the thesis requirement. Accountancy 620, Financial Measurement and Reporting; Accountancy 621, Accounting Information Systems; Accountancy 624, Tax for Managers; Accountancy 625, Managerial Analysis and Financial Reporting; and Accountancy 626, Auditing and Assurance Services, are required unless the student has completed the equivalent course(s) as a part of their undergraduate preparation. If required, up to three of these courses (nine units) may be accepted toward the 30 approved units for the graduate program. The program must include at least 24 units in business administration and economics. Not more than a total of six units in courses 797, Research, and 798, Special Study, may be accepted for credit toward the degree.

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Accountancy The following specializations are available for the Master of Science degree in Accountancy: Specializations Major Code SIMS Code Accounting Information Systems 05021 221915 Financial Reporting 05021 221916 Taxation 05021 221917 For regulations concerning grade point average, final approval for the granting of the degree, award of the degree, and diplomas, see the section entitled “Requirements for the Master’s Degree,” in Part Four of this bulletin.

BS/MS 4+1 Degree Program (BMACC) The BS/MS 4+1 degree program (BMACC) is for students who plan to pursue professional accounting careers in public accounting firms, corporations, and not-for-profit and government organizations. Students must successfully complete 150 units to be awarded simultaneously the B.S. degree in Business Administration, Accounting, and the M.S. degree in Accountancy.

Specific Requirements for the BS/MS 4+1 Degree Program (BMACC) (Major Code: 05021) (SIMS Code: 221913) Students must apply and be admitted to the BS/MS 4+1 degree program (BMACC). All students must have a satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admissions Test, a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, a minimum SDSU GPA of 3.0, and a minimum upper division SDSU College of Business Administration GPA of 3.0. Students may apply for the program at any time during their undergraduate studies after completing at least two upper division core accountancy courses (must include Accountancy 331) with a minimum grade of 3.0 among the completed courses (upper division accountancy core courses include Accountancy 331, 332, 333, 334, 431, 432). Students attain graduate status when they have earned at least 120 units towards the completion of the BMACC program. No more than nine units may be in 500-level courses to meet the requirements for the master’s program. At least 15 units of 500-, 600-, and 700-numbered courses must be in accountancy courses (to include Accountancy 790) and must include at least 12 units in courses numbered 650 and above (in special cases, nine units with adviser approval). Students must achieve at least a 3.0 average in the courses numbered 500 and above and specified on their official program for the 30 unit master’s degree. Courses numbered 500 and above must be completed within seven years of the first course completed on the master’s degree program. If for any reason a student does not satisfactorily complete the requirements for the Master of Science in Accountancy degree, they will be awarded the B.S. degree in Business Administration in Accounting, upon completion of the requirements for the B.S. degree.

Courses Acceptable on Master’s Degree Program in Accountancy (ACCTG) Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

UPPER DIVISION COURSES ACCTG 501. Advanced Financial Accounting (3) Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in Accountancy 334. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Advanced financial accounting topics. Partnerships, consolidations, foreign currency transactions and financial statements, accounting for derivatives and hedging, accounting for bankruptcy and reorganizations.

ACCTG 503. Federal Taxation of Individuals (3) Prerequisites: Accountancy 201 and 202. Approved upper division business major, business minor, or other approved major. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Taxation of individuals, including income, deductions, credits, social security taxes, and property transactions. ACCTG 505. Fraud Examination (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 431 or 626. Proof of completion of prerequisite required: Copy of transcript. Skills and tools for auditors, consultants, tax professionals, managers. Techniques and technologies for fraud investigation and interviewing. Case analysis, research of public records, ethical decision making for accountants. Service learning project. ACCTG 508. Accounting for Not-For-Profit Organizations (3) Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Accountancy 326 or 331. Proof of completion of prerequisite required: Copy of transcript. Principles of modified accrual accounting in state and local governmental units, hospitals, colleges, and universities. Budgetary accounting, appropriations, encumbrances, internal controls, and auditing procedures. ACCTG 522. International Financial Reporting (3) Prerequisites: Accountancy 390W; minimum grade of C in Accountancy 334 (or Accountancy 620 and 625). Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Accounting convergence, IASB-FASB joint projects. US and international financial reporting issues and standards. ACCTG 596. Contemporary Topics in Accounting (1-3) Prerequisites: Business major approved by the College of Business Administration and consent of instructor. Contemporary topics in modern accounting. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor’s degree. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. GRADUATE COURSES ACCTG 620. Financial Measurement and Reporting (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Measurement concepts and mechanics to translate global business transactions into principal financial statements using U.S. and international accounting standards. Revenue recognition, operating assets, investments, debt and equity financing, compensation, EPS, and cash flows. ACCTG 621. Accounting Information Systems (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Application of accounting information systems to attain organizational objectives, improve planning and control at all levels of the organization. Systems analysis, design methodologies, tools, control frameworks and use of technologies in information systems. ACCTG 624. Tax for Managers (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Federal income tax law that affects management decisions in a framework of ethical tax planning and risk assessment. ACCTG 625. Managerial Analysis and Financial Reporting (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Measurement concepts and mechanics to translate business transactions into management and financial reporting information. Cost control and budgeting, inventory, operational assets, leases, deferred taxes, and strategic analysis. ACCTG 626. Auditing and Assurance Services (3) Prerequisites: Accountancy 620 and 621. Duties, responsibilities, and ethics of the auditor; auditor’s reports and procedures for evaluation of financial statements. Compilation and review standards for assurance services provided to non-public companies.

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Accountancy ACCTG 630. Ethics in Accounting (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 620. Ethical reasoning and implications for accounting professionals; ethical decision process and professional judgment; professional codes of conduct from the AICPA, IMA, IIA, etc.; the professional accountant’s role in corporate governance and ethical management; audit responsibilities and fraud, including legal and regulatory obligations; current ethical issues facing the accounting profession. ACCTG 650. Tax Research and Practice (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 332, 503, or 624. Tax research methodology; statutory, administrative, and judicial sources of tax law. Tax practitioner regulations, responsibilities, and ethics to include IRS Circular 230, AIPCA Code of Conduct and Statements on Standards for Tax Services. Tax administration, sanctions, agreements, and disclosures. ACCTG 651. Seminar in Corporate Tax (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Accountancy 650. Corporate tax problems involving distributions, liquidations, reorganizations, redemptions, personal holding companies, accumulated earnings tax, and thin capitalization. ACCTG 654. Seminar in Partnership Taxation (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Accountancy 650. Partnership and S corporation tax laws related to formation, operations, distributions, and liquidations. Flow-through entities in small and medium sized business environments. ACCTG 655. Tax Planning for Individuals (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Accountancy 650. Selected complex tax laws related to individuals and sole proprietorship businesses, sales and exchanges of property, tax deferred transactions in property, accounting periods and methods, and personal deductions. ACCTG 656. California and Multistate Taxation (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Accountancy 650. California taxation of individuals, corporations, and other business entities. Treatment of multistate transactions of business organizations and out-of-state transactions of California residents. ACCTG 657. Accounting for Income Taxes (3) Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree in accounting or Accountancy 620 and 624. Financial accounting for income taxes. Accounting methods and periods for Federal income tax purposes. ACCTG 659. Seminar in Taxation Topics (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Accountancy 650. Theoretical treatment of selected topics in taxation. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. ACCTG 660. Seminar in Accounting Theory (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 620. Theories and concepts underlying global financial reporting. Professional research of authoritative pronouncements issued by the FASB, SEC, and other accounting regulators. Topics include accounting standards setting, measurement, market efficiency, disclosure, earnings quality, professional judgment. ACCTG 661. Seminar in International Accounting (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Current financial reporting practices of business entities engaged in international activities; theories and concepts that underlie development of accounting standards to include cultural and professional dimensions, accounting clusters. ACCTG 663. Financial Statement Analysis (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Illustrative cases and problems to analyze methods for communicating information about financing and operating activities of corporate firms, and techniques for evaluating the information.

ACCTG 670. Seminar in Assurance Services (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 431 or 626. Selected conceptual issues in assurance services. ACCTG 673. Accounting Information Systems (AIS) Development (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 621. AIS theories, databases, and internal controls in designing, maintaining, and enhancing business processes and systems. Hands-on experience to develop skills with EXCEL, ACCESS, and/ or other integrated systems. (Formerly numbered Accountancy 575.) ACCTG 675. Seminar in Accounting Information Systems Audit and Control (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 673 or Management Information Systems 687 with a grade of B or better. Risk assessment and management in accounting systems, including impact on clients’ business and audit functions, external and internal auditor issues, internal controls in computerized environments, issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and application of computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) using current audit software. ACCTG 680. Seminar in Managerial Accounting (3) Managerial cost accounting concepts and procedures, including budgetary planning, cost control, advisory functions, measurement of divisional profitability, product pricing, and investment decisions. ACCTG 681. Seminar in Regulation and Corporate Governance in Accounting (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 625. Social, ethical, and behavioral science theories influencing design and operation of corporate governance systems, topics include environmental and regulatory factors that influence, motivate, and control managers and employees. ACCTG 696. Seminar in Selected Topics (3) Intensive study in specific areas of accountancy. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. ACCTG 729. Current Issues in Accounting and Auditing (3) Prerequisite: Accountancy 620. Contemporary theories and practices in relation to changing accounting environment. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. ACCTG 790. Case Studies in Accounting Practice (3) Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Problem diagnosis, information analysis and evaluation, and decision making for contemporary issues in accounting information systems, auditing, financial reporting, management accounting, and taxation using case studies. Preparation for comprehensive examination for students in the M.S. degree in Accountancy under Plan B. ACCTG 797. Research (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Research in the area of accountancy. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. ACCTG 798. Special Study (1-3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department chair and instructor. Individual study. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree.

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Finance

In the College of Business Administration OFFICE: Student Services East 3356 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5323 / FAX: 619-594-3272

Faculty Mehdi Salehizadeh, Ph.D., Professor of Finance, Chair of Department Swaminathan G. Badrinath, Ph.D., Professor of Finance Andrew Q. Do, Ph.D., Professor of Finance (Graduate Adviser, Real Estate) David P. Ely, Ph.D., Professor of Finance and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs of the College of Business Administration Kamal M. Haddad, Ph.D., Professor of Finance (Graduate Adviser) Moon H. Song, Ph.D., Professor of Finance (Graduate Adviser) Nikhil P. Varaiya, Ph.D., Professor of Finance and Director of Graduate Programs of the College of Business Administration Xudong An, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance Stefano Gubellini, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance Jaemin Kim, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance Marie-Eve Lachance, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance Januj A. Juneja, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Finance Babak Lotfaliei, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Finance Ning Tang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Finance Timothy Trombley, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Finance

Executive Financial Planner Advanced Certificate

(Offered through the College of Extended Studies) (SIMS Code: 226602)

The advanced certificate is intended for students who wish to provide advanced financial planning advice to individuals, families and partners. The program is intended for experienced financial, legal, or accounting professionals who enroll in the Executive Financial Planner Advanced Certificate Program. Offered jointly by the College of Business Administration and the College of Extended Studies, this advanced certificate is registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as a program intended to meet their education requirements to sit for the CFP® Certification Examination. Applicants for any type of graduate study at San Diego State University must: (a) hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree earned at an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association, or the applicant has completed equivalent academic preparation as determined by the graduate dean; (b) have attained a grade point average of at least 2.85 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree, or at least 2.85 in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted, or hold an acceptable post-baccalaureate degree earned at an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association; (c) have been in good standing at the last institution attended. Applicants who do not qualify for admission under provisions (a) and (b) may be admitted by special action if the graduate dean determines that there is other academic or professional evidence sufficient to warrant such action. Applicants from foreign countries see International (Foreign) Student Admission Requirements. Admission to the Executive Financial Planner Advanced Certificate program does not constitute admission to the master’s degree programs of the College of Business Administration, which has additional requirements including qualifying scores on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT).

The advanced certificate requires 18 units; however, the program director may waive up to six units based upon prior coursework and professional credentials. Prerequisites can be waived by the instructor or program director, based upon a student’s prior coursework and experience. Certificate Course Requirements (18 units) ACCTG 503 Federal Taxation of Individuals (3) FIN 522 Individual Insurance Management (3) FIN 590 Personal Financial Planning Practicum (3) FIN 651 Seminar in Investments (3) FIN 657 Financial and Retirement Planning (3) FIN 705 Estate Planning (3) Students must earn a 3.0 average in these classes in order to earn the certificate. Classes with a grade below a “C” (2.0) may not be included. Students admitted to a master’s program may use certificate credit toward a graduate degree in business (Master of Business Administration or Master of Science in Business Administration) with the permission of their graduate adviser. The adviser for the certificate is Dr. Thomas M.D. Warschauer, Department of Finance. All course units may be used for business majors and concentrations where applicable and approved by the student’s graduate adviser.

Courses Acceptable on Master’s Degree Programs in Business Administration (FIN) Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

UPPER DIVISION COURSES FIN 522. Individual Insurance Management (3) Prerequisites: Undergraduate: Completion of lower division requirements for the major. Graduate: Completion of prerequisite core. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Economic, legal, social, and ethical considerations of individual, business and group insurance including life, health, property, and liability insurance. Risk exposure and policy analysis. FIN 585. Estate Planning Issues and Practice (3) Prerequisite: Undergraduate: Completion of lower division requirements for the major. Graduate: Completion of prerequisite core. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Tax and non-tax issues in establishment of a personal estate plan. Financial and non-financial goals and objectives. Not open to students with credit in Finance 445 or 705. FIN 589. Personal Financial Planning (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 323. Proof of completion of prerequisite required: Copy of transcript. Financial planning process including data gathering, cash flow and debt considerations. Retirement planning including social security. Education funding. Practice management considerations including establishment of ethical and legal client relationships. FIN 590. Personal Financial Planning Practicum (3) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Finance 589 or 657. Proof of completion of prerequisite required: Copy of transcript. Preparation of family financial plans using comprehensive cases and/or real financial data. Financial planning software. Counseling and communication skills, behavioral finance, client psychology, practice standards, discipline and ethics. Students may register once at the undergraduate level and may repeat with new content at the graduate level. FIN 596. Contemporary Topics in Finance (1-3) Prerequisites: Business major approved by the College of Business Administration and consent of instructor. Contemporary topics in modern finance. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor’s degree. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser.

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Finance GRADUATE COURSES FIN 604. Legal Environment for Executives (3) Legal environment of business, government regulation, social and ethical considerations in the administration of justice, substantive law of contracts, property, agency, and business organizations. FIN 617. Financial Management II (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Develops topics to include asset pricing, capital budgeting techniques, dividend policy and financing decisions, applications of options and futures, term structure of interest rates, regulation of financial markets, leasing decisions, corporate control. FIN 641. Financing the Emerging Enterprise (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Financial considerations in emerging and growing enterprises to include internal financial management, external funding sources, and dealing with venture capitalists. Emphasis on integration of theory, computer analysis, and human judgment in financial decision making. FIN 642. Financial Risk Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Measurement and management of foreign exchange, interest rate, equity, and commodity risks. Risk assessment models, implementation strategies, risk management, and capital allocation. Using derivatives for risk management. FIN 651. Seminar in Investments (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Characteristics of financial markets and instruments. Contemporary as well as traditional approaches to problems of pricing individual securities; portfolio selection and analysis; techniques of analysis; measurement of risk; return, and investment values. FIN 652. Seminar in Security Analysis and Portfolio Management (3) Prerequisite: An upper division or graduate course in investments. Security valuation, alternative instruments, portfolio theory, active and passive management techniques, asset allocation, performance measurement, use of derivative instruments in portfolio management, debt portfolio management techniques, ethical standards. FIN 653. Case Studies in Financial Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Applies theory of finance to practice of financial decision-making. Includes valuation, mergers, and restructurings. Integrates theory and managerial judgment in a decision-making context. Case study format. FIN 654. Seminar in International Business Finance (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. International financial instruments, markets, and institutions; international trade and capital flows; foreign exchange risks and their management; direct and portfolio investment; implications for conduct of global business.

FIN 656. Seminar in Financial Institutions (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Change in financial institution management thought. Trends in asset management theory and liability management theory. Current events in financial institutions, changes likely to occur and proposed changes in laws and regulations. FIN 657. Financial and Retirement Planning (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. Decision-making process and theory of individual financial needs. Retirement planning including Social Security. Education planning. Financial strategies that aid in meeting family goals. FIN 659. Decision Making in the World Economy (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Application of macroeconomic theory to business decision making, study of economic environment and government macroeconomic policy from a business viewpoint. FIN 696. Seminar in Selected Topics (3) Intensive study in specific areas of finance. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. FIN 705. Seminar in Estate Planning (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 629. The scope and nature of estate planning. Identification and analysis of the environmental factors and those aspects of federal and state law affecting estate planning and taxation. Estate taxation and social policy. FIN 783. Seminar in Real Estate Investment and Development (3) Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Analysis of real estate investment and development decisions by corporations, individuals and financial institutions. Market and feasibility analysis, taxation, financing and risk evaluation, portfolio considerations. FIN 784. Seminar in Real Estate Finance and Valuation (3) Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Application of valuation theory to real property and related mortgage instruments in a market context. Market definition, data collection and analysis. Value determinants and new valuation technologies. Special valuation and financing issues and cases. FIN 797. Research (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Research in the area of finance. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. FIN 798. Special Study (1-3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department chair and instructor. Individual study. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree.

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Management

In the College of Business Administration OFFICE: Student Services East 3356 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5306 / FAX: 619-594-3272

Faculty Lawrence C. Rhyne, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management, Chair of Department (Graduate Adviser) Beth G. Chung-Herrera, Ph.D., Professor of Management Alex F. De Noble, Ph.D., Professor of Management Amy Randel, Ph.D., Professor of Management Lori V. Ryan, Ph.D., Professor of Management Chamundeswari Sundaramurthy, Ph.D., Professor of Management Michelle A. Dean, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Karen M. Ehrhart, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management (Graduate Adviser) John D. Francis, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Martina Musteen, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Congcong Zheng, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management (Graduate Adviser) Mujtaba Ahsan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management Whitney G. Fernandez, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management Taekjin Shin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management

Courses Acceptable on Master’s Degree Programs in Business Administration (MGT) Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

UPPER DIVISION COURSE MGT 596. Advanced Topics in Management (3) Prerequisites: Six upper division units in management. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of transcript. Advanced special topics in management. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor’s degree. Maximum credit of six units of 596 applicable to a bachelor’s degree. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. GRADUATE COURSES MGT 626. Competitive Analysis of Industries (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Concepts and tools for studying structure of industries and processes of structural change in industries. Implications of public policy decisions and competitive actions on strategy formulation are explored in several industry settings. MGT 669. Human Resource Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Design of organizational systems for accomplishing work through individuals and groups. Strategic, legal, and ethical considerations in staffing, appraising, developing, and rewarding people at work. MGT 672. International Human Resource Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Managing human resources in a global economy: theories, implementation, and evaluation of IHRM. MGT 696. Seminar in Selected Topics (3) Intensive study in specific areas of management. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser.

MGT 710. Seminar in World Business Environment (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Nature, dimensions and motives of international business. Impact of environmental factors. Nature of multinational corporation, importance of national and multilateral controls and policies for international business management. MGT 721. Seminar in Group Processes and Leadership (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Perceptions and processes in work groups. Experience in interpersonal networks, influence and rewards, stereotypes; managing differences and conflicts. MGT 722. Seminar in Business Ethics and Social Institutions (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Ethical and social aspects of current issues in business and society. Changing role of stakeholders including consumers, shareholders, and employees. Assessment of operation, functioning and regulation of the market system. MGT 723. Seminar in International Strategic Management (3) Prerequisite: Completion of MBA core or MS prerequisites. Strategic decision making in managing international enterprises. General management problems in directing and controlling transnational companies, including entry, acquisitions and joint ventures. Cases and readings to acquaint students with worldwide business practices. MGT 724. Entrepreneurship (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Examination of the entrepreneurial approach; concepts, theory and techniques of managerial innovation and implementation; analysis of entrepreneurial skills. MGT 729. Seminar in Organizational Issues (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Issues in organizations in modern society: organization design, environmental interface, and political processes. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. MGT 743. Seminar in Business Plan Development (3) Prerequisite: Management 724. Principles and techniques for developing a business plan. MGT 744. Seminar in Managing the Growing Firm (3) Prerequisite: MBA core or admission to degree curriculum for M.S. degree business administration. Problems and issues confronting entrepreneurs beyond startup of a new venture. Focus on issues from both entrepreneur and investor perspectives. MGT 745. Seminar in Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3) Prerequisite: MBA core. Challenges and issues confronting organizations seeking to pursue new business opportunities. Senior management charged with the mandate of pursuing new business opportunities and employees desiring to champion new ventures under corporate umbrella. MGT 746. Seminar in Corporate Governance (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Roles and interrelationships among members of corporate governance triad: managers, directors, and shareholders. History and theories of corporate governance, ethical obligations underlying the three roles, and case studies. MGT 747. Seminar in Managing Technology Commercialization (3) Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Assessment of future commercialization potential of early stage technologies. Technology commercialization process including technology and market assessments, business models, revenue streams, licensing, and protection of intellectual property.

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Management MGT 748. Seminar in International Entrepreneurship (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 624. Challenges and issues confronting entrepreneurs seeking to pursue international business opportunities. Concepts, theory, and techniques of international entrepreneurship. Drivers of entrepreneurship and assessment of entrepreneurial conditions around the world. MGT 790. Directed Readings in Management (3) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Preparation for the comprehensive examination for those students in the MSBA program under Plan B.

MGT 797. Research (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Research in the area of management. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. MGT 798. Special Study (1-3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department chair and instructor. Individual study. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree.

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Management Information Systems In the College of Business Administration OFFICE: Student Services East 2411 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5316 / FAX: 619-594-3675

Faculty

Annette C. Easton, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, Chair of Department Robert O. Briggs, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems Murray Jennex, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems (Graduate Adviser) Alexis Koster, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems (Graduate Adviser) John M. Penrose, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems Feraidoon Raafat, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems (Graduate Adviser) Bruce A. Reinig, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems Bongsik Shin, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems Yeongling Helio Yang, Ph.D., Professor of Management Information Systems (Graduate Adviser) Theophilus Addo, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, Emeritus Robert K. Plice, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, Emeritus Xialu Liu, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems Ruoxuan Wang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems

Master of Science Degree in Information Systems General Information The objective of the Master of Science degree in information systems is to prepare students to take a senior position associated with the information systems field across all private industries and public sectors. With the broadening spectrum of the information systems field and subsequent rich set of career opportunities, there is an ongoing need to educate students so that they can take leadership positions in both established and emerging fields of information systems. To serve the student and industry needs effectively, the program is designed to balance management knowledge of business and technology, general technical knowledge in information systems, and domain knowledge in the special area selected by the student. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be competent in leading organizations in the evaluation and adoption of information systems and technologies for strategic advantage as well as in bridging the cultural and communication gaps that often exist between information systems and business function professionals.

Admission to the Degree Curriculum In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the general requirements for master’s degrees as described in Part Two of this bulletin, the student must have satisfactorily completed equivalents of the following courses as prerequisites: B A 625 Financial and Management Accounting (3) B A 627 Marketing (3) B A 628 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3) Notice of admission with classified graduate standing will be sent to the student upon the recommendation of the College of Business Administration and the approval of the dean of the Division of Graduate Affairs.

Advancement to Candidacy All students must satisfy the general requirements for advancement to candidacy, as described in Part Four of this bulletin. Students concurrently enrolled in deficiency coursework may be given permission to take the comprehensive examination prior to actual completion of all coursework. However, comprehensive examinations will not be evaluated and results will not be reported to the Division of Graduate Affairs until all deficiency coursework has been successfully completed. This may delay graduation.

Specific Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Information Systems (Major Code: 07021) (SIMS Code: 222335) In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing as described above and the general requirements for master’s degrees as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must complete a graduate program of at least 36 approved units including at least 27 units in 600- and 700-numbered courses. Up to nine units of coursework may be accepted as transfer credit. Not more than a total of three units in courses Management Information Systems 797 (Research) and Management Information Systems 798 (Special Study), may be accepted for credit toward the degree. With approval of the graduate adviser, a substitute course may be allowed in place of a required course after reviewing student credentials. Required core courses: IS Technology Nine units selected from the following courses: MIS 686 Enterprise Data Management (3) MIS 687 Business Data Communications (3) MIS 691 Decision Support Systems (3) MIS 695 Business Systems Analysis and Design (3) MIS 697 Project Planning and Development (3) MIS 752 Seminar in Supply Chain and Enterprise Resource Planning (3) IS Management and Analytics Nine units selected from the following courses: MIS 688 Information Systems and Strategies in Organizations (3) Seminar in Applied Multivariate Analytics (3) MIS 748 MIS 749 Business Analytics (3) MIS 750 Strategic Project Management (3) MIS 755 Information Systems Security Management (3) B A 623 Statistical Analysis (3) Culminating Experience Three units selected from the following courses: MIS 790 Directed Readings in Management Information Systems (3) OR B A 799A Thesis (3) Cr/NC/RP

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Management Information Systems Career Track (12 units) Students select a career track and courses with the approval of the graduate adviser. MIS 515 Intermediate Programming for Business Applications (3) MIS 705 Communication Strategies (3) MIS 744 Seminar in Lean Six Sigma and Baldrige Quality Management (3) MIS 753 Global Supply Chain Management (3) MIS 754 Seminar in Operations Strategy (3) Career track courses may include additional department and courses from outside the College of Business Administration with the approval of the graduate adviser. The Master of Science degree in information systems requires Plan A, Thesis or Plan B, directed readings in information systems or a written comprehensive examination offered by the department. The program must be approved by the college and departmental adviser. For regulations concerning grade point averages, final approval for the granting of the degree, award of the degree, and diplomas, refer to the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin. Open Elective (3 units) Three units of elective graduate coursework.

Courses Acceptable on Master’s Degree Program in Information Systems (MIS) Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

UPPER DIVISION COURSE MIS 515. Intermediate Programming for Business Applications (3) Prerequisite: Management Information Systems 315 or knowledge of one computer programming language. Proof of completion of prerequisite required: Copy of transcript. Intermediate programming for business applications with Java, C#, or similar languages. Data structures, control structures, and program structures. Use of object-oriented features, classes, subclasses, and inheritance for modeling and processing of business information. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 515.) GRADUATE COURSES MIS 610. Electronic Business Technologies (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Basic concepts of e-business technologies. Development tools, languages, processes, and methodologies for electronic business applications. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 610.) MIS 620. Electronic Business Infrastructures (3) Prerequisite: Management Information Systems 610. Advanced information technology concepts associated with e-business and e-commerce infrastructure and systems architecture. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 620.) MIS 630. IT Management Strategies for E-Business (3) Prerequisite: Management Information Systems 620. Analysis and application of strategic information technology management initiatives, designs, and architectures for attaining an organization’s e-business goals. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 630.) MIS 680. Information Systems Hardware and Software (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Computer architecture, programming languages, programming systems, and operating systems. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 680.)

MIS 686. Enterprise Data Management (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Database management technologies to host, secure, and manipulate enterprise data, information, and knowledge assets to create business value. Modeling tools for analyzing and specifying data requirements. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 686.) MIS 687. Business Data Communications (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Deployment and management of technologies for integrating resources within and between organizations through secure data communications capabilities. Data network topologies, including wired, wireless, mobile and cloud architectures. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 687.) MIS 688. Information Systems and Strategies in Organizations (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Managing information to create business value. Planning, organizing, and leading information systems initiatives. Relationship of data, information, and knowledge to strategic and operational decision making. Global aspects and ethical uses of information systems. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 688.) MIS 691. Decision Support Systems (3) Prerequisite: Completion of MBA core or MS prerequisites. Design, implementation, and integration of computerized decision support systems into business management. Problem representation, modeling, and simulation. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 691.) MIS 695. Business Systems Analysis and Design (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Generating business value through analysis and design of information systems to solve problems and exploit opportunities. Feasibility studies, requirements definition, process and data modeling, development and implementation strategies for information systems. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 695.) MIS 696. Seminar in Selected Topics (3) Intensive study in specific areas of information systems. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. MIS 697. Project Planning and Development (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Project development, planning, execution, and control for information systems. Information project development life cycle, structure project planning methodology, theories, techniques, and utilization of project management technologies. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 697.) MIS 705. Communication Strategies (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Development of advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication strategies for the business environment. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 705.) MIS 744. Seminar in Lean Six Sigma and Baldrige Quality Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 628. Applications of lean principles, Six Sigma methodology, and Baldrige processes for business quality, agility, improvement. Advanced concepts, methods, lean tools, statistical quality tools for process improvement. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 744.) MIS 748. Seminar in Applied Multivariate Analytics (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 623. Applications of various statistical techniques and design of experiments for business. Advanced ANOVA and Taguchi designs, multiple regression modeling methodologies, and multivariate techniques, such as factor analysis, judgment analysis, multiple discriminant analysis, multivariate analysis of variance, and canonical correlation. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 748.)

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Management Information Systems MIS 749. Business Analytics (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 623. Business analytics techniques for predictive modeling and customer segmentation. Applications include churn management, business experiments, cluster segmentation, and market basket analysis. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 749.) MIS 750. Strategic Project Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 628. Managing projects and programs to implement business strategies. Project selection, programs, and portfolios; project organization; resource conflict and resolution; stakeholder management; project team management; project risk assessment and mitigation. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 750.) MIS 752. Seminar in Supply Chain and Enterprise Resource Planning (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 628. Methodology, theory, and systems to plan and control supply chain and enterprise resources. Integrated processes of sales and operations planning, corporate accounting, materials requirement, procurement, capacity planning, and warehouse management in a simulated enterprise environment. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 752.) MIS 753. Global Supply Chain Management (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Advanced concepts, method, and implementation of global supply chain strategies and management; global sourcing and supplier development; global logistic network and management; information technology and e-business for supply chain; supply chain design and optimization; performance metrics and measurements. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 753.) MIS 754. Seminar in Operations Strategy (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 628. Strategic issues in operations and their integration with other functional areas. Includes operations strategy, product and process planning, experience curves, productivity measurements, and information technology implementation. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 754.)

MIS 755. Information Systems Security Management (3) Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing. Information systems management. Focus on creation of a security plan for an organization to include risk analysis, security issues, security design, security plan, disaster recovery/business continuity, and threat analysis. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 755.) MIS 790. Directed Readings in Management Information Systems (3) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Preparation for the comprehensive examination for students. (Formerly numbered Information and Decision Systems 790.) MIS 797. Research (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Research in the area of management information systems. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. MIS 798. Special Study (1-3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department chair and instructor. Individual study. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. For additional courses applicable to the Master of Science degree in Information Systems see: Business Administration 623. Statistical Analysis

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Marketing

In the College of Business Administration OFFICE: Student Services East 3356 TELEPHONE: 619-594-5317 / FAX: 619-594-3272

Faculty

George E. Belch, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing, Chair of Department J. Dennis Cradit, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing and Dean of the College of Business Administration Michael A. Kartalija, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing, Emeritus Massoud M. Saghafi, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing (International Business Graduate Adviser) Claudiu V. Dimofte, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Marketing (MBA Graduate Adviser) Heather L. Honea, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Marketing Paula Peter, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Marketing Andrew M. Baker, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Marketing Iana A. Castro, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Marketing Erlinde Cornelis, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Marketing Gabriel R. Gonzalez, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Marketing

Courses Acceptable on Master’s Degree Programs in Business Administration (MKTG)

Refer to Courses and Curricula and Regulations of the Division of Graduate Affairs sections of this bulletin for explanation of the course numbering system, unit or credit hour, prerequisites, and related information.

GRADUATE COURSES MKTG 696. Seminar in Selected Topics (3) Intensive study in specific areas of marketing. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Credit for 596 and 696 applicable to a master’s degree with approval of the graduate adviser. (Formerly numbered Marketing 795.) MKTG 729. Contemporary Issues in Marketing Theory and Practice (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. Issues in marketing theory and practice: examination and application of contemporary theories and techniques in relation to changes in marketing environment. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. MKTG 761. Product Innovation Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. New product development and issues related to overall management of product innovation in context of entrepreneurial opportunity, start-up ventures and existing organizations. Focus on planning, design, and implementation of marketing strategy.

MKTG 762. Seminar in Integrated Marketing Communication (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. Theory and application of integrated marketing communication to advertising, promotions, public relations/publicity, personal selling and direct marketing (including Internet). MKTG 763. Seminar in Sales Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. Sales management and personal selling decisions and strategies in business organizations. MKTG 766. Seminar in Marketing Research (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 623 and 627. Research methods and analysis for consumer and business marketing. Research design and implementation, use of secondary data sources, qualitative research, survey research, experimentation, and data analysis using statistical software, such as SPSS. MKTG 768. Seminar in Internet Marketing and E-Business (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. Theory and application of marketing utilizing the Internet and associated issues of electronic commerce. MKTG 769. Seminar in International Marketing (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. The impact of cultural, social, political, economic, and other environmental variables on international marketing systems and the decision-making process of multinational marketing operations. MKTG 772. Strategic Brand Management (3) Prerequisite: Business Administration 627. Planning, managing, and evaluating brand strategies. Theories, models, concepts, and techniques used to build, measure, and manage brand equity. Marketing decisions faced by an organization in managing brands for long-term profitability. MKTG 779. Advanced Marketing Strategy (3) Prerequisites: Business Administration 627 and advancement to candidacy. Development, implementation and evaluation of marketing strategy and planning. Role of marketing planning in overall corporate strategic planning process. Use of contemporary techniques and models in strategic planning process. MKTG 790. Directed Readings in Marketing (3) Cr/NC Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Preparation for the comprehensive examination for those students in the MSBA program under Plan B. MKTG 797. Research (3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy. Research in the area of marketing. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree. MKTG 798. Special Study (1-3) Cr/NC/RP Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department chair and instructor. Individual study. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master’s degree.

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Presentation Skills

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Christine Probett, BSAE, EMBA

4P Presentations, [email protected] Faculty Fellow, Weber Honors College, San Diego State University (SDSU) Lecturer MIS Department, Assistant Dean (retired), College of Business, SDSU President, Goodrich Aircraft Interior Products (retired)

Effective 4P Presentations: Plan • Prepare • Practice • Present 15 Tips for Success

P1: Plan Tip 1: Allocate sufficient time to create and prepare your presentation – budget 30 to 60 minutes for every one minute of allotted presentation time Tip 2: Prioritize top 2-5 points and develop presentation timeline Tip 3: Adjust approach for Executives – start with conclusion, be concise and flexible P2: Prepare Tip 4: Plan for one PowerPoint (PPT) slide for every minute of allotted presentation time Tip 5: Fully develop presentation before opening PPT Tip 6: Create customized PPT “Master Slide” for ease of use, consistency and improved look Tip 7: Incorporate meaningful visuals but be cautious with clip art and graphs. Check spelling and correctly use punctuation and number rules

3: Practice Tip 8: Create talking points of what to say for each slide and bullet. Do not use notes during presentation unless there is a chance you might freeze up and forget the talking points Tip 9: Practice, practice, practice your presentation while timing yourself. Practice again in front of co-worker or friend and compare timing and accept their input

P4: Present Tip 10: Arrive early, bring your laptop, a timer, handouts and dress accordingly Tip 11: Deliver succinct introduction and utilize effective team strategy Tip 12: Stand next to screen, use handheld mouse but do not use a laser pointer Tip 13: Watch your body language and speak slower than usual – if running behind, pare down talking points, don’t speak faster Tip 14: Ensure ample time for Q&A. Brainstorm all potential questions and create a backup slide for each; jump to slide to support specific Q&A (P5: Post-Mortem) Tip 15: After each presentation jot down notes (good and bad) and review those as you prepare for your next pitch. Take advantage of all opportunities to present to continue to improve your skills

Best wishes for continued presentation success! Christine Probett, [email protected]

Copyright ©2016 by Christine H. Probett

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Graduate Career Management Center

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Graduate Career Management Center DEDICATED TO PROVIDING EXPERT CAREER GUIDANCE AND CONNECTING Y OU WITH RESOURCES FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL S UCCESS

Connect industry panels employer information sessions executive speakers mixers

Develop one-on-one career advising Aztec Mentor Program career development workshops on-demand resources & webinars self-assessment tools

Explore job & internship opportunities career fairs industry networking events Aztec Career Connection

Join

You are eligible for membership: SDSU Business Alumni Network sdsualumni.org/ban

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2013-2016 Companies GRADUATE C AREER M ANAGEMENT C ENTER Below is a partial list of companies who have participated in career fairs, posted job and internship opportunities, interviewed on campus, held information sessions, and/or hired SDSU Graduate Business Students in recent years. Accounting

Energy

Consulting

BDO LLP CBIZ Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C., LLC Deloitte LLP Ernst & Young LLP Grant Thornton LLP KPMG LLP McGladrey LLP Moss Adams LLP PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

EDF Renewable Energy, Inc. Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Sempra Energy

Anklesaria Group, Inc. Bainbridge Booz Allen Hamilton Deloitte Consulting LLP Gallup, Inc. Gartner McGladrey LLP TrendSource, Inc.

Biotech & Healthcare

Government California Franchise Tax Board California State Auditor California State Board of Equalization Central Intelligence Agency Defense Contract Audit Agency Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Navy Engineering Logistics Office San Diego County Regional Airport Authority U.S. Department of Health and Human Services U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs

Financial AIG AXA Group Bank of America Corporation California Bank & Trust Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. Encore Capital Group, Inc. Federated Mutual Insurance Company First Investors Corporation Geico H.G. Fenton Company JPMorgan Chase & Co. Liberty Mutual Insurance LPL Financial MassMutual Financial Group MetLife, Inc. Mitchell International, Inc. Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company Prudential Financial, Inc. Sotheby’s International Realty TD Ameritrade U.S. Bank Union Bank Unum Group The Vanguard Group, Inc. Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. Wells Fargo & Company Zions Bancorp

AMN Healthcare Becton Dickinson and Company CVS Health Corporation DR Systems, Inc. Human Longevity, Inc. Kaiser Permanente NuVasive, Inc. Sanofi Pasteur Thermo Fisher Scientific Corporation The Scripps Research Institute Sharp HealthCare

Consumer Goods Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Burger Lounge E. & J. Gallo Winery Epic Wines & Spirits Jack in the Box, Inc. Niagara Bottling, LLC Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. PepsiCo, Inc. Regal Wine Company

Services & Retail Amazon.com, Inc. Burlington Stores, Inc. Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company FedEx Corporation FTD Companies, Inc. Gap, Inc. The Hertz Corporation The Hoover Company, Inc. Houzz, Inc. Penske Truck Leasing Co. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. The Sherwin-Williams Company Skechers USA, Inc. Target Corporation TaylorMade-Adidas Golf The Hertz Corporation The TJX Companies, Inc. Underground Elephant United Parcel Services, Inc. Wayfair Westfield Corporation Yelp, Inc.

Industrial Goods 3M Alsco Caterpillar, Inc. Cintas Corporation Fastenal Company General Atomics General Dynamics Corporation Grimco, Inc. HD Supply Holdings, Inc. Hydranautics - A Nitto Group Company Northrop Grumman Corporation Ryerson, Inc. United Technologies Corporation UTC Aerospace Systems Visual Communications Company, LLC

Technology ADP AT&T, Inc. BrightEdge Technologies, Inc. Capita Technologies, Inc. Cubic Corporation Cymer, LLC Esri Hewlett-Packard Company Hitachi Data Systems Informatica Corporation Konica Minolta Business Solutions Kyocera Corporation Lytx, Inc. Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. MRC - A Xerox Company Novatel Wireless, Inc. Peregrine Semiconductor Corporation Qualcomm Incorporated Science Applications International Corp. Solekai Systems Corporation Company Sony Corporation Verizon Communications, Inc. ViaSat, Inc.

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Graduate Career Management Center

Your Aztec Career Connection Account Aztec Career Connection (ACC) is an essential resource for graduate business students provided by the Graduate Career Management Center in partnership with Career Services. ACC accounts are established for all new graduate business students within one to two business days after you register for fall classes.

Step 1:

Log on to ACC. Enter your Red ID and your WebPortal password.

Step 2:

Set up your profile including your skills, experience, goals, and academic background to receive recommended positions matching your profile.

Step 3:

Access information regarding career-related workshops, networking events, and career fairs. Schedule an individual career advising appointment. Utilize resources such as CareerLeader® for selfassessment, Big Interview® for online interview practice and GoinGlobal for international job seekers.

Step 4:

Search for jobs and internships filtered by location, employer, position, and industry type. Click on the job title to view full details of positions, including required qualifications, application instructions, and deadlines.

Step 5:

Upload up to 15 application documents (résumés, cover letters, etc.).

Step 6:

Apply for jobs and internships by clicking the Apply button and following the application instructions.

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Graduate Career Management Center Career Fairs in San Diego 2016-2017 San Diego State University Career Fairs Fall Career Fair For All SDSU Students Thursday, September 15, 2016 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., SDSU Campus STEM Career Fair For SDSU MSIS Students and Other STEM Majors Wednesday, October 26, 2016 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., SDSU Campus Spring Career Fair For All SDSU Students Thursday, February 16, 2017 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., SDSU Campus CBA Career Fair For SDSU College of Business Students Thursday, March 16, 2017 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., SDSU Campus Just in Time Career Fair For All SDSU Students Thursday, April 13, 2017 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., SDSU Campus

Consortium Graduate Business Career Fair Hire San Diego Exclusively for Graduate Business Students at SDSU, UCSD, & USD Friday, February 3, 2017 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., SDSU Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center

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Graduate Career Management Center National Career Fairs & Conferences Fall 2016 Open to graduate business students from around the country National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Exposition October 11-15, 2016 New Orleans, LA

National Society of Hispanic MBAs Prospanica Conference & Career Expo September 28-October 1, 2016 Houston, TX Reaching Out LGBT MBA & Business Graduate Conference October 6-8, 2016 Dallas, TX National Association of Women MBAs Conference & Career Fair October 20-22, 2016 Stamford, CT Asian MBA Annual Leadership Conference & Career Expo November 4, 2016 New York, NY Net Impact Conference (focused on social & environmental issues) November 3-5, 2016 Philadelphia, PA Please note: Dates, times, and locations are subject to change and should be verified in advance. 111

Fraudulent Job/Internship Postings During your job/internship search you are likely to come across many great opportunities from legitimate employers. Unfortunately, there are also likely to be some fraudulent postings. Postings by con artists and scammers can sometimes be difficult to spot at first – see the sample fraudulent recruiting letter at the end of this document. Although they often sound very appealing, the reality is that these postings are designed to take your money or steal your identity. Below are some warning signs to help you identify possible scam or fraudulent postings. This is not a comprehensive or definitive list, but is meant to help increase your awareness so you can protect yourself. If you ever feel suspicious or have a concern about a posting, please contact the Graduate Career Management Center before you apply.

Core Essentials to Remember: Use caution about sharing your Social Security Number or date of birth. Most employers don’t request this information until you are at their offices for an in-person interview and are asked to complete a formal job application. Do not give out your Social Security Number by phone, email, or online. Do not give personal bank account, credit card, or PayPal account numbers to a potential employer. Refrain from providing any financial information or engaging in any financial transactions over the phone or online with a potential employer. Do not consent to having funds or checks direct deposited into any of your accounts. While some companies offer direct deposit of wages, this will typically be arranged on your first day or week of actual employment in person at the office site—NOT before. Do not wire, transfer, or send any money to an employer. Never accept any kind of offer to cash checks or money orders on someone’s behalf. Do not respond to suspicious or unsolicited job emails.

Characteristics of Potentially Fraudulent Postings:  You are asked to provide your credit card, bank account numbers, or other personal financial information; or purchase products on behalf of the employer.  The posting appears to be from a reputable, familiar company. Yet, the domain in the contact’s email address does not match the standard domain used by the company.

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 The contact email address is from a domain such as Gmail, Yahoo, or live.com, rather than the company’s email domain.  The position requires an initial investment or payment.  The posting includes many spelling and grammatical errors.  The position initially appears as a traditional job, but upon further research, it sounds more like an independent contractor opportunity.  You are offered a large payment or reward in exchange for allowing the use of your bank account (often for depositing checks or transferring money); or you receive an unexpectedly large check.  You are asked to provide a photo of yourself, or to provide personal information

(such as marital status, age, height, weight).  The position is 100% virtual/home based, and may be for something like conducting online surveys, or acting as a personal assistant.  The posting is vague about the actual responsibilities of the job, and instead focuses on the amount of money to be made.  The employer avoids responding to direct questions seeking details about the position.  The employer responds to you immediately after you submit your resume. Note that typically resumes sent to an employer are reviewed by multiple individuals, or not viewed until the posting has closed, so an immediate response is unusual. (Note - this does not include an auto-response that your application was received.)  The position indicates a “first year compensation” that is in high excess to the average compensation for that position type, or the salary range listed is very wide (i.e. “employees can earn from $40K - $80K the first year!”)  It is difficult to find an address, contact name, company name, etc.  The employer contacts you by phone, but there is no way to call them back. The number is not available or they avoid requests for a callback number.  The employer is “out of the country” and can’t meet in person, so all communication is done over the Internet.  The employer tells you they don’t have an office in your area, and need your help to set one up. They may request your banking information or ask for your home address, saying they want to send you a check to purchase supplies for the office.

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Ways to Investigate Whether a Posting and/or Company is Legitimate:  Conduct an Internet search for the company name and the word “scam” (i.e. Acme Company Scam), and see if the results show scam reports concerning this company. Another source for scam reports is Ripoff Report.  Google the potential employer’s phone number and/or email address to verify that it is connected to an actual business organization.  Check to see if the position is posted on the company’s website.  Look carefully at the company’s website. Does it have an index that tells you what the site is about; or does it contain information only about the job you are interested in? Scammers often create quick, basic web pages that seem legit at first glance.  Consult the Better Business Bureau (Better Business Bureau), Hoovers (Hoovers), AT&T’s Anywho (Anywho), and/or the Chamber of Commerce in the region where the company is located to verify whether it is a legitimate company.

What to do if you encounter a suspicious posting: Contact the Graduate Career Management Center in EBA 336 or at 619.594.0598 immediately if identify a posting that appears to be fraudulent. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also suggests the following:  If you have already provided account information, contact your bank or credit card company to close your account and dispute any charges.  Report the incident to the local police, who are responsible for conducting an investigation (regardless of whether the scam artist is local or in another state).  If the incident occurred completely over the Internet, file an incident report with the FTC at Cybercrime, or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). Note: Scam and fraudulent postings are not limited to online job boards. Some scams are posted on physical bulletin boards around campus and may seem like they're affiliated with or promoting advocacy groups or causes designed to appeal to students.

This information is derived from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) posting: NACE Posting: Symplicity Blog.

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Sample Fraudulent Recruiting Letter:

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JOIN US FOR A TOASTMASTERS SPEECHCRAFT PROGRAM

WHERE LEADERS ARE MADE

Become a Confident Speaker in a Friendly Atmosphere

Presented by:

Location:

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SDSU Campus - rooms TBD

Dates:

When:

Fridays from September 9 - November 18, 2016

1:00 - 2:30 pm for 10 consecutive weeks

Details: This is an exciting hybrid college program - Toastmasters meeting designed to provide interactive hands on experience to help participants write & give presentations, learn to speak on your feet, and give constructive feedback to your fellow classmates. NOTE: This is NOT an English language class. Course credit is not available for this program Apply at http://tinyurl.com/SDSUToastmasters For more details contact Debra Bertram at [email protected]

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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

More than seventy different study abroad opportunities! One of the five main goals of the College of Business Administration (CBA) at San Diego State University is to graduate globally competent students. To achieve this goal, CBA offers more than seventy different study abroad opportunities throughout the world.

LEARN HOW TO: • Participate in summer, winter or alternative spring break and semester or year-long programs • Take courses for your major abroad in English • Save money or make money by studying abroad To learn more about these opportunities you must attend ONE of the following MANDATORY CBA Study Abroad Workshops: 1. Thursday, September 1st 2. Friday, September 9th 3. Wednesday, September 14th 4. Monday, September 19th 5. Friday, October 7th 6. Friday, November 4th 7. Friday, December 9th *

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For the room location of these workshops PLEASE check our website http://cbabroad.sdsu.edu

one day before or the day of the workshop. It will be publish there.

The application deadline for spring 2017 semester is September 20, 2016. For this reason students must attend one of the first four workshops to study in spring of 2017.

Argentina Australia Canada Czech Republic Chile China

France Germany Japan Mexico Netherlands New Zealand

Singapore South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom

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Here’s what we offer: Internships - What better way to get your foot in the door

than through an internship? The Lavin Entrepreneurship Center’s internship program offers three unique internship opportunities for SDSU students placing them in three distinctly different business environments. Students can gain experience in the corporate, startup, or non-profit business setting by engaging in an internship that is entrepreneurial in spirit. There are opportunities for all specializations and skills throughout the year! Internships through the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center are paid and professionally monitored. Open to all SDSU graduate and undergraduate students

The Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC) is the

nation’s premiere strategy competition for venture-minded and entrepreneurial MBA students. The VCIC is designed to engage eight teams of five students each. Also participating are five entrepreneurs seeking funding and a panel of ten venture capitalists who act as judges. Each team plays the role of a hypothetical venture capital firm whose job is to evaluate the available investment options (the five entrepreneurs) and decide where to place their money. Open to all SDSU graduate students

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“This is an opportunity to put yourself in the shoes of an actual Venture Capitalist. The VCIC competition will stretch you to your limits, but you will come out of it with the expertise and confidence of an investor who can weigh the risks of investing in an early stage company and reap the exponential

The LeanModel Competition rewards students for identifying

and defining assumptions, testing those assumptions in the marketplace, and then pivoting their business model based on customer interactions. This is a global competition that engages student teams from universities all across the world. Open to: all graduate and undergraduate students attending a 4-year college

rewards. If you have the tenacity to be a part of a Shark Tank environment, then this is the competition for you.”

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Competitions Graduate Business students may potentially be eligible for academic credit by participating in select competitions. 

Global Business Consulting (GBC)

A unique program that engages a consortium of top university business schools collaborating on international business challenges. GBC projects have taken place in China, India, Colombia, Japan, and other key global markets. 

Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC)

The nation's premiere strategy competition for venture-minded and entrepreneurial MBA students. 

The CFA Institute Research Challenge

An annual global competition that provides university students with hands-on mentoring and intensive training in financial analysis. To get involved, please contact Dr. Mehdi Salehizadeh. 

The ACG Cup

A case study competition designed to give students from leading MBA programs across the country real world experience and invaluable insights into mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, financial advisory and private equity. To get involved, please contact Dr. Nikhil Varaiya. 

APICS West Coast Student Case Competition

Students develop and present solutions to a supply chain problem. To get involved, please contact Dr. Y. Helio Yang. 

LeanModel™ Start-up Competition

A regional qualifier competition for the International Business Model Competition held at Brigham Young University. 

The Lavin VentureStart Competition

Designed to unify multidisciplinary students whose talents, ideas, and energy may operate tomorrow’s leading firms. 

The Zahn Challenge

A yearly competition hosted by SDSU's Zahn Innovation Center. Zahn seeks innovation driven ideas or technology that can scale to address a large market opportunity.

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From President Elliot Hirshman and Vice President for Student Affairs Eric Rivera ....................1 Division of Student Affairs.........22 Campus Map ...............................2 Career Services .........................22 Contact Information....................4 Counseling & Psychological Services .................................23 EOP and Ethnic Affairs...............23 Financial Aid & Scholarships .....24 SDSU Fight Song ..........................6 Housing Administration & Alma Mater .................................6 Residential Education Office...24 Mascot ........................................6 Center for Intercultural SDSU History ...............................7 Relations ...............................25 SDSU Traditions...........................7 International Student Center ....25 Campus Landmarks .....................8 Women’s Resource Center........25 SDSU Terminology.....................10 New Student and Parent Programs ...............................26 Office of the Ombudsman.........26 Student Disability Services........26 Student Life & Leadership .........12 Student Health Services ............27 Student Organizations...............12 Health Promotion Department .28 Fraternity & Sorority Life...........12 Testing Services ........................28 Commuter Life ..........................13 Other Programs and Services Glazer Center for Leadership and for Students ..........................29 Service...................................13 SDSU Children’s Center .............29 The Pride Center .......................13 Division of Undergraduate Aztec Nights ..............................14 Studies ..................................29 Cooperative Campus Student Account Services .........30 Religious Centers...................14 Student Loans .......................30 Associated Students/Conrad Other Awards ........................30 Prebys Aztec Student Union..15 Credit Cards...........................30 Athletics & Recreation...............16 Student Billing and Aztec Aquaplex .........................17 Payments ...........................31 Aztec Recreation Center Online Services......................31 (ARC) .....................................17 How to Pay SDSU Fees Aztec Tennis Courts...................18 Online ................................31 Mission Bay Aquatic Center ......18 Important Information About Rec Sports .................................18 Basic Tuition and Fees .......31 Aztec Adventures ......................19 Parking Permit Sales..............32 Aztec Lanes ...............................19 Student Billing .......................32 ARC Express...............................19 The Joan and Art Barron Athletics Department................19 Veterans Center ....................32 SDSU Dining ..............................20 SDSU Bookstore ........................20 Campus News............................20 SDSU NewsCenter .....................20 @State ......................................20 SDSU YouTube Channel .............20

Welcome to Campus

Student Life

Please note: All content in this handbook is subject to change.

The Student Handbook is published each summer by the Office of New Student and Parent Programs within the Division of Student Affairs San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, California 92182-7441 (619) 594-1509

Freshman Academics University Policies Colleges and Majors at SDSU ....34 Frequently Asked Questions .....35 Required Courses/Major Academic Plan (MAP)............36 Course Schedule Worksheets....36 Registering for Classes at SDSU...38 How to Register for Classes.......38 Schedule Adjustment Policy......38 Add/Wait/Drop Information .....38 Faculty-Initiated Drop Policy .....38 Additional Resources ................39 Time Management....................39 Successful Study Strategies .......39 Useful Terms .............................40

Transfer Academics

Colleges and Majors at SDSU ....42 Important Information for Transfer Students ..................43 The Writing Placement Assessment (WPA) ................43 Your Degree Evaluation .............43 Exploration of Human Experience ............................43 Major Requirements .................43 Frequently Asked Questions .....44 Registering for Classes at SDSU...45 How to Register for Classes.......45 Schedule Adjustment Policy......45 Add/Wait/Drop Information .....45 Faculty-Initiated Drop Policy .....45 Additional Resources ................45 Time Management....................45 Successful Study Strategies .......45 Computer Facilities ...................46 Academic Advising ....................46 Useful Terms .............................46

Standards for Student Conduct ..48 Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities .....................48 Student Conduct .......................48 Campus Community Values ......48 Grounds for Student Discipline...48 Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Stalking..................49 Off-Campus Student Conduct ...50 Student Privacy Rights ..............50 Nondiscrimination Policy ..........50 Student Grievance Procedure ...50 Cheating and Plagiarism............50 Alcohol and Other Drugs Awareness.............................50 Smoke-Free Campus .................50 Alcohol e-CheckUpToGo............51 SDSU Police/Campus Safety ......51 University Police........................51 Emergency Notification..............51 Parking Information ..................51 Overnight Parking .....................52 Visitor Parking ...........................52 Pay Permit Machines.................52 Parking Violations/Appeals .......52 Red and Black Shuttle ...............52 Bikes and Skateboards ..............52 Information for Campus Network Use .........................52 SDSU Computing Network Access ...................................52 Network Limitations..................53 User Responsibilities .................53

Attractions and Services in San Diego and at SDSU...back cover

San Diego State University shall maintain and promote a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. Further, the University's commitment requires that there be no retaliation against an individual who has filed a complaint of discrimination or in some other way opposed discriminatory practices, or participated in an investigation related to such a complaint.

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Congratulations! On behalf of our 343,000 students, faculty, staff and alumni, welcome to the Aztec family. You are now part of San Diego State University’s 119-year tradition of leadership and service. Your future and that of the university are forever intertwined because you are an Aztec for Life!

The Aztec Experience integrates academic rigor and powerful life-changing opportunities – undergraduate research, study abroad, internships and entrepreneurship and leadership training. Our alumni are leaders and problem-solvers in all walks of life. Students from all backgrounds succeed at SDSU. We are here to support you from this moment to the moment you cross the stage with your degree – and beyond. Our primary goal is that you graduate and go on to great personal and professional success. As part of our strategic plan, “Building on Excellence,” we are creating smaller communities within the larger university to support student success and academic excellence. I encourage you to get involved in our academic, artistic, cultural and athletic activities. This is the place to dream of who you will become and to make those dreams a reality.

Our ethos is “Leadership Starts Here” – a bold statement and a promise that I know you will fulfill in your time at SDSU. Go Aztecs!

Elliot Hirshman President

As the Vice President for Student Affairs, my role is to support the academic success, personal growth and well-being of all SDSU students. The Division of Student Affairs provides quality support services and programs that advance the development of each individual student. Our goal is to make sure you have a wonderful college experience, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Student Affairs not only contributes to your academic success, but to your personal success as well. We encourage independent civic responsibility and promote the welfare of all students. Ultimately, we help connect students to the university and to their future career path. You are making a great start by attending New Student Orientation. You will meet faculty and staff who are here to help you and provide you with the necessary resources to graduate in a timely fashion. I urge you to retain this handbook to refer to the many resources available to you and to call on the university when you need assistance.

I encourage you to attend New Student and Family Convocation on Saturday, August 27 in Viejas Arena. Convocation is the celebration that signals the beginning of a college career and is one of SDSU’s time-honored traditions. It serves as the official welcome to new students and their families into the academic community. Also, I encourage you to attend Welcome Week and Aztec Nights events. Both programs are excellent ways for you to get connected and engaged on campus. Best wishes to you as you start your journey at SDSU! Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns you have throughout your years at the university.

Visit President Elliot Hirshman’s blog at newscenter.sdsu.edu/ootp/blog.aspx

Eric Rivera Vice President for Student Affairs Visit the Division of Student Affairs website at go.sdsu.edu/student_affairs

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SDSU online: Explore the online Campus Map at sdsu.edu/map Take a virtual tour of the campus at sdsu.edu/virtualtour

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University Police Department......................................(619) 594-1991

Career Services ............................................................(619) 594-6851

Dial 9-1-1 for Police-Fire-Medical Emergencies

Safety Escort Service....................................................(619) 594-6659 Student Health Services...............................................(619) 594-4325

Student Affairs .............................................................(619) 594-5211

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SDSU Bookstore ...........................................................(619) 594-7525

Student Account Services ............................................(619) 594-5253

Office of the Registrar..................................................(619) 594-6871 University Operator .....................................................(619) 594-5200

University Information Center .....................................(619) 594-6551 Online Directory .................................................phonebook.sdsu.edu

Academic Colleges and Resources (Assistant Deans)

Advising and Evaluations (academic advising).............(619) 594-6668

Arts & Letters (Michelle Lenoue) .................................(619) 594-2333 Business Administration (Tita Gray).............................(619) 594-5828 Education (Patricia Lozada-Santone) ...........................(619) 594-1426

Aztec Parents Association (Parent Hotline)..................(619) 594-1653 Counseling & Psychological Services............................(619) 594-5220 Educational Opportunity Program/

Ethnic Affairs ............................................................(619) 594-6298

Financial Aid and Scholarships.....................................(619) 594-6323

Intercultural Relations..................................................(619) 594-7057 International Student Center .......................................(619) 594-1982

New Student and Parent Programs..............................(619) 594-1509 Ombudsman ................................................................(619) 594-6578 Residential Education...................................................(619) 594-5742

Student Disability Services...........................................(619) 594-6473

Student Health Services...............................................(619) 594-4325 Student Life & Leadership............................................(619) 594-5221

Student Rights and Responsibilities.............................(619) 594-3069

Testing Services............................................................(619) 594-5216

Ticket Offices

Athletics .......................................................................(619) 283-7378

University Theatre .......................................................(619) 594-6884 Viejas Arena .................................................................(619) 594-0234

Engineering (Theresa Garcia).......................................(619) 594-5807 Health and Human Services (Jessica Robinson)...........(619) 594-6151 Professional Studies and Fine Arts

(Randi McKenzie) .....................................................(619) 594-5124

Sciences (Estralita Martin) ...........................................(619) 594-4009 Undergraduate Studies (Michelle Lopez).....................(619) 594-5841

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SDSU Fight Song Fight on, and on, ye Aztecs, then Mighty Montezuma We will win again Keep your spirits high, Never bow a knee WE WILL FIGHT ‘TIL VICTORY Fight on, and on, ye Aztecs, then Proudly raise your banners high For it’s the Red and Black, Hail to our team San Diego Aztecs fight! S – D – S - U - SDSU AZTECS FIGHT!

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Aztec Warrior

The Aztec Warrior has been the mascot at SDSU since 2004. The Aztec Warrior accurately depicts the historic Aztec culture. He can be spotted at athletic events and campus activities to energize crowds and enhance school spirit across campus.

Hail Montezuma We with loyal hearts our homage pay; Proud working and glorying, In the spirit of the Aztec name. To thee, San Diego And the fond Traditions old and new A tribute raise of lasting praise and steadfast faith, Hail Montezuma. Hail Montezuma We salute thy glorious destiny; Far seeing in company days, Men and women strong who live in truth. To thee, San Diego And the Black and Scarlet we’ll be true; An echo comes from Aztec drums through all the years, Hail Montezuma!

Learn more about Aztec traditions at goaztecs.cstv.com/trads/sdsu-trads.html

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SDSU History San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. Since its founding in 1897, SDSU has grown to become a nationally ranked research university. SDSU began as the San Diego Normal School, a training facility for elementary school teachers located in temporary quarters over a downtown drugstore before moving to a 17-acre campus on Park Boulevard.

Now located on what is known as Montezuma Mesa, SDSU has grown into one of the largest universities in California. In 1971, San Diego State earned university status as part of the California State University system. Today, SDSU is increasingly a top choice for undergraduates, as evidenced by the nearly 83,000 applications received for fall 2016.

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SDSU Traditions

New Student and Family Convocation – Convocation is a ceremony commemorating the beginning of the academic year, which serves to officially welcome new students and families to the SDSU academic community. All new students are expected to attend with their families. (go.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/convocation)

Renowned for academic excellence, the university is home to top-ranking programs in education, international business, social work, speech-language hearing science, biology and public administration. Overall, SDSU students can choose from 91 undergraduate majors, 78 master’s programs, and 22 doctoral degree programs.

Increasingly recognized for innovative research, San Diego State has achieved the prestigious designation of “Research University” with high research activity granted by the Carnegie Foundation. For four years, SDSU was ranked as the No. 1 Research University for those with 14 or fewer Ph.D. programs.

San Diego State University remains most proud of its alumni family, more than 200,000 strong. Among those who call SDSU their alma mater are former Federal Trade Commission Chairman Timothy Muris; former Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Merrill A. “Tony” McPeak; National Teachers of the Year Janis Gabay (1990) and Sandra McBrayer (1994); restaurant executives Ralph Rubio, CEO of Rubio’s Coastal Grill, and Linda A. Lang, CEO of Jack In the Box restaurants; astronaut Ellen Ochoa; and former Costco CEO and co-founder Jim Sinegal.

Welcome Week – A weeklong series of activities that takes place the first week of the fall semester. Students are encouraged to participate in all events to get acquainted with the university, learn about campus involvement, and become an active part of student life on campus. Events include the Red and Black Welcome Back Dance, Student Involvement Expo, and the Aztec Bash! (www.sdsu.edu/welcomeweek)

Aztec alumni also include entertainers Gregory Peck, Art Linkletter, Marion Ross, Julie Kavner and Kathy Najimy; baseball players Tony Gwynn, Mark Grace, Travis Lee and Stephen Strasberg; basketball player Kawhi Leonard; and football players Marshall Faulk, Brian Sipe, Fred Dryer, Kyle Turley and Kirk Morrison.

The success of these individuals and thousands of other SDSU alumni attest to the success of their alma mater. From modest beginnings, San Diego State University has evolved into a premier center of learning, research and service.

Read more about SDSU history at go.sdsu.edu/home/history.aspx

Visit SDSU’s Alumni Association website at www.sdsualumni.org

Templo del Sol – Your induction into the Aztec family. Templo del Sol takes place Friday night before the start of the fall semester. All new students attend this special event to learn SDSU traditions and walk through the Hepner Hall arches to officially become an Aztec.

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Aztec Nights – These late-night, on-campus events are open to all students and typically take place at the beginning of each semester. Major events include the Campus Carnival and Winter Wonderland. Thousands of students look forward to these events each year. (aztecnights.com) Homecoming – Celebrated each fall during football season, homecoming features a weeklong celebration of events and activities for students, alumni and the campus community. In addition, students are recognized each year on Homecoming Court for their academic achievement and campus involvement. (homecoming.sdsu.edu)

Greenfest – This Spring series of activities and events celebrates sustainability, diversity, and Aztec pride. Student organizations participate in competitions, and campus-wide activities include a bike brunch, culinary showcase, keynote speaker and concert. (as.sdsu.edu/greenfest)

The Show – This is San Diego State’s nationally recognized student section. “The Show” leads student cheers and energizes the crowd at Aztec games.

Midnight Study Break – Taking place at the beginning of finals week each semester, Midnight Study Break is a free breakfast buffet allowing students to take a rest from their end-of-thesemester studies. Campus administrators and staff serve breakfast, and a variety of raffle prizes are awarded at each event.

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Centennial Walkway – Located between Manchester Hall and the Student Services Building, Centennial Walkway serves as a main walkway on campus. Many activities, including Career Fairs, take place on Centennial Walkway.

Hepner Hall – Located at the northern end of Campanile Walkway, Hepner Hall is one of the original campus buildings on Montezuma Mesa, with its mission-style tower and archways. The bells atop Hepner Hall ring during commencement each spring in a rite of passage for graduating students.

The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union - The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union is the campus living room, located in the heart of campus. It is the gathering place for Aztecs to learn, exchange ideas, and dialogue. An environmentally sustainable building, the union offers dining, recreation, and entertainment options and spots just to hangout. Its offices are the place to go to start many student leadership opportunities. (www.aztecstudentunion.com) The Infodome – The Infodome serves as the main entrance to Love Library. Named after former SDSU President Malcolm A. Love, the 6story, centralized library holds more than 6.4 million items among its collections. Love Library features a 24-hour student study room, a Student Computing Center with Mac and PC computer workstations, group study rooms, and a Media Center with a large collection of non-print materials and multimedia computer workstations. 134

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Transit Center – The SDSU Transit Center connects the campus to the bus and trolley routes that serve the greater San Diego area, including the airport, train station and Qualcomm Stadium. The SDSU Transit Center has become popular with students who are able to purchase a discounted, unlimited-use semester transit pass. East Commons – SDSU’s largest food court facility features an array of dining choices including Panda Express, Rubio’s, and Subway. The Aztec Market offers students a quick snack, a bottle of Aztec water or a freshlyprepared salad or sandwich. Student meal plans are accepted at all campus eateries in East Commons.

Aztec Recreation Center (ARC) – This fitness facility is a popular spot for students. The ARC is open round-the-clock, Monday through Friday, and offers weekend hours also. The ARC features two weight rooms, a cardio room, group fitness classes, four basketball courts and a 30foot rock-climbing wall. (arc.sdsu.edu)

SDSU Bookstore – The SDSU Bookstore provides for students’ academic needs in one convenient location. From textbooks to Aztec apparel and novelty gift items, the twostory building also sells bareMinerals foundation and makeup, electronics, software, and discounted Apple and PC computers through its Aztecnology department. (www.shopaztecs.com) Calpulli Center – This building houses Counseling & Psychological Services, Health Promotion, Student Disability Services and Student Health Services, all available to students as part of their basic tuition and fees. At Student Health Services, students receive high-quality health care from board certified physicians and licensed nurse practitioners and nurses.

100 Years 100 Stones Monument – This unique structure, situated prominently along Campanile Walkway, celebrates 100 years of SDSU history, pride and academic achievement. Constructed in 1997 to mark the university’s 100th anniversary, the monument features a collection of 100 stones gathered within a 100-mile radius of campus.

Student Services Building – A popular stop on campus for many student-centered services, the Student Services building is most well-known for the large clock tower in the center. The building houses departments including Academic Advising, Career Services, New Student and Parent Programs, Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center, and many more. Visit the Student Services building to learn about the many resources available to you.

Sundial – The historic Sundial is located in front of Hepner Hall and in the past was located at the center of campus. The Sundial features a reversed engraved map of the world. Many events take place near the Sundial, including several Welcome Week and Aztec Nights events. 135

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Welcome to Campus SDSU Terminology A&L

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Aztec Green is the gateway to the underground trolley station at SDSU Convenience stores on campus

Computer-based program for classroom interaction

Campanile Walk Walkway that runs between the library and Adams Humanities and the Theatre Arts and Music Departments Centennial Walk Walkway that runs between the SDSU Bookstore and the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Chappy

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Love Library’s search and information access system

Prospective Student Center, glass building at the base of the clock tower in the Student Services Building

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Student, faculty and staff identification numbers

Residence Hall Association for students living on campus

Chapultepec Residence Hall located on the west side of campus

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SDSU’s online service to access registration information, unofficial transcripts, personal schedules, and more

West Commons Houses food outlets, a convenience store, and U.S. Bank

100 Years, 100 Stones Sculpture on Campanile Walkway containing 100 stones from 100 sites within a 100-mile radius of SDSU

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Student Life

Student Life & Leadership is here to assist you in personalizing your college experience. Student involvement in campus activities, athletics, and student organizations will greatly enhance your experience at SDSU. Student Life & Leadership provides exciting events and opportunities to help you get involved and make SDSU your home. We encourage students to build skills, create friendships, and become a part of exciting events happening on campus. Visit the Student Life & Leadership office where opportunities for involvement are waiting for you.

Programs and services provided by Student Life & Leadership include:

Student Organizations

Join an organization and learn new skills, meet new people, contribute your ideas and have some fun. Student Life & Leadership keeps an updated list of on-campus student organizations. If you are interested in starting an organization, go to studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/sll/studentorgs/start-renew.html or visit us in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union to learn about the process. There are many opportunities to get involved and personalize your university experience.

An example of opportunities includes:

Academic/Major Related • Excellent opportunity to meet faculty associated with your major. • Meet other students in your major and exchange advice. • Learn about internships and other opportunities. Cultural • Connect with students of similar values and cultural backgrounds on campus and in the community. • Participate in multicultural activities. Religious-Based • Connect with students of similar religious beliefs.

Fraternity and Sorority Life greeklife.sdsu.edu

SDSU has more than 40 fraternities and sororities, including both general and culturally based Greek-letter organizations. Greek chapters offer students opportunities for:

• Lifelong friendships • Academic assistance • Community service • Social and recreational activities • Development of personal and leadership skills • Alumni networking Many chapters offer housing, although new members typically do not live in the chapter house until later in their SDSU career. Many chapters conduct their membership recruitment in September and January. Some culturally based chapters do not induct freshman until their second semester. For more information, including a list of Greek organizations, recruitment dates, and registration, visit greeklife.sdsu.edu

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Commuter Life

studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/sll/commuter

Connecting academically and socially to the university are keys to success at SDSU. Students who take the trolley, the bus or drive to campus have a “home base” at the SDSU Commuter Resource Center. Commuter students can use this space to take a break between classes, make new friends and attend helpful workshops. Workshop topics range from time management to financial aid to study abroad opportunities. Computer workstations, microwaves and a refrigerator are available.

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Leadership Retreat

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Aztec CORE is a three-day, off-campus leadership retreat held in the spring for developing student leaders. The goal is to experience the values of community, relationships, and reflections as important components of leadership. This is an incredible opportunity for students, student organizations and groups. The retreat includes leadership development, exploring leadership styles, discussing campus issues, and building a strong community.

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studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/sll/leadership/conference.html

The SDSU Leadership Summit is an opportunity for SDSU students to engage in educational and innovative workshops that bring out the leadership qualities and characteristics every individual possesses. The Leadership Summit allows students to learn about what it means to be an active leader on campus, in the community, and globally. Information regarding the conference, including registration dates, will be available at the beginning of the fall semester.

The Pride Center Freshman commuter students also have the opportunity to enroll in student success programs called “learning communities.” Freshmen who are enrolled in a learning community take classes together in small groups, receive free academic support, and are able to connect with faculty, staff, and a variety of student organizations on campus. Sophomore students can receive mentoring through the sophomore SURGE program.

Glazer Center for Leadership and Service studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/sll/leadership

Participation in Leadership Programs and service opportunities are an excellent way for you to develop into a successful leader on campus, in the community, and beyond. Leadership skills are beneficial and necessary in all career fields. The wide variety of leadership programs available on campus, including the Freshman Leadership Connection and the Leadership Minor and Certificate, help you to not only learn about leadership, but to also enhance your leadership skills through hands-on experience. Peer Leadership Consultants facilitate leadership workshops on a variety of topics, including time management, effective communication, personality styles, conflict management, and study strategies.

5141 Campanile Drive (on the corner of Lindo Paseo and Campanile Drive, across from KPBS) · (619) 594-3520 pridecenter.sdsu.edu · Monday - Thursday, 10 am - 6 pm; Friday, 10 am - 4:30 pm

The Pride Center creates, sustains, and strengthens an open, inclusive, safe, and affirming gathering space and campus environment for persons of all sexual and gender identities and their allies. The Pride Center provides resources and support services to assist students in their process of sexual and gender self-identity development and to address the unique needs and challenges of students who may experience discrimination, alienation, disenfranchisement, harassment, intimidation or other barriers to student success as a result of their sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. The space also includes access to LGBTQ+ literature, quiet study spaces and access to one of nine gender inclusive restrooms on campus.

There is no better real-life application for these skills than utilizing them in the many civic engagement opportunities available for you. From the Aztec Unity Project (AUP), to personalized community service matching and advising, we are here to help you fulfill your personal responsibility to serve the surrounding community. Our programs will develop your leadership skills, empower you to think creatively, and prepare you to change the world.

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Student Life Cooperative Campus Religious Centers

Several religious centers in the college area provide faithbased and non-denominational services. Student organizations affiliated with these centers provide programs, activities and involvement opportunities. The religious centers give you an opportunity to attend services and events with other SDSU students.

The Religious Centers include: Wesley Foundation Ministry

Student Life

Aztec Nights

Aztec Nights provides vibrant campus nightlife and opportunities for students to become engaged in positive, substancefree social activities. Aztec Nights is a tradition on campus that thousands of students take part in each year. Activities take place Thursday through Saturday nights, primarily at the beginning of each semester, and include dancing, rides, games, live music, and free food!

Aztec Nights traditional events include:

Campus Carnival – Take a ride on the ferris wheel, and win prizes at the fairway. Enjoy exciting rides, games, and carnival snacks.

5716 Hardy Avenue Contact: Julie Walker (619) 582-0772 [email protected] wesleyatsdsu.org Facebook: Wesley Foundation at SDSU

Hillel of San Diego - Melvin Garb Hillel Center for Jewish Life 5717 Lindo Paseo Contact: Jackie Tolley (619) 583-6080 [email protected] www.hillelsd.org Facebook: SDSU Hillel

Catholic Community at SDSU - Newman Center 5855 Hardy Avenue Contact: Mike McIntyre (619) 583-9181 [email protected] www.sdsucatholic.org Facebook: SDSU Catholic Newman Center Agape House, Lutheran/Episcopal 5863 Hardy Avenue Contact: Pastor Darin Johnson (619) 583-3972 [email protected] www.agapehousesdsu.org Facebook: Agape House The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Institute of Religion 5130 Montezuma Place Contact: Matt Mackay (619) 582-9534 [email protected] institute.lds.org

Screen on the Green – Enjoy an outdoor movie on Aztec Green. Bring a blanket and claim your spot on the grass early! Events are subject to change. For a complete list of Aztec Nights events, including dates, times, and locations — and to see pictures from previous events — visit aztecnights.com

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Associated Students

Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, third floor (619) 594-6555 · as.sdsu.edu/govt Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

A.S. is a nonprofit student-directed organization that serves as the student government. All SDSU students are members of A.S. and A.S. is dedicated to serving all students; increasing student engagement; enhancing the college experience, and advocating on behalf of students. A.S. also provides recreational, cultural, social and educational events and programs. There are over 400 student leadership positions available within the A.S. structure. A.S. operates popular student facilities including: the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, the Aztec Recreation Center, Aztec Aquaplex, Mission Bay Aquatic Center, SDSU Children’s Center, Cal Coast Open Air Theatre and the Viejas Arena. A.S. offers over 1,000 part-time student jobs throughout the year. Becoming involved in A.S. is a great way for students to develop leadership and professional skills; learn more about the university and work with other dedicated students. Stop by the A.S. office or visit the A.S. website to learn about all the opportunities available!

Student Life

Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union (619) 594-5278 · www.aztecstudentunion.com

San Diego State University’s student union is the vibrant hub of student life for the entire Aztec community. Located in the heart of campus, this world-class, sustainable facility serves as a central gathering place for Aztecs to learn, exchange ideas, celebrate tradition and develop social and cultural connections. The 206,000 square-foot Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union is home to the Associated Students office and houses a fitness center, meeting spaces, study lounges and the University Information Center. Students can also enjoy four dining facilities with outdoor seating, a market and a credit union. Additionally, the student organization center, a commuter student lounge, the Glazer Leadership Center for Leadership and Service, as well as the Center for Intercultural Relations, can be found on the second floor.

The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union energizes campus life for students by providing a variety of entertainment options. The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union includes a bowling and games center, a ballroom, 300-seat multi-use theater for movies and stage productions, as well as outdoor performance spaces for small concerts and special events. There are free programs and events scheduled in the union on a regular basis for students to enjoy! The student union is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certified — the U.S. Green Building Council’s highest possible rating for high performance green buildings. The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union is the first LEED Platinum-certified facility in the entire California State University system.

Free and discounted legal and financial services are offered to enrolled SDSU students 1-800-541-9701. For more information on programs and services, please visit www.aztecstudentunion.com

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Aztec Aquaplex

5375 Remington Road adjacent to Tony Gwynn Stadium (619) 594-SWIM (7946) · [email protected] aztecaquaplex.sdsu.edu · Monday–Thursday, 10 am to 9 pm; Friday, 10 am to 7 pm; Saturday–Sunday 10 am to 5 pm Hours vary seasonally The Aztec Aquaplex is an outdoor pool complex operated by Associated Students/SDSU Aztec Recreation. The 50,000 square foot facility is part of Aztec Recreation membership and provides opportunities for lap swimming, recreation swimming, diving, hot tub access, lounging and tennis at the SDSU tennis courts. Several Sport Club teams that practice regularly at the Aquaplex include co-ed Cycling and Triathlon club, as well as the Men’s Water Polo and Women’s Water Polo clubs. The Aquaplex is home to SDSU Athletics Women’s Swimming & Diving and Women’s Water Polo. Other programming includes ENS Swim Fitness training classes; Intramural Sports water volleyball, water basketball and innertube water polo, as well as tennis and swim lessons for both youth and adults.

Features:

• Olympic-size swimming and diving pool • 7,200 square foot Recreation pool with a walk-in entry • Hydrotherapy spa seats 20 people • Water lounges and chaise lounges as well as umbrella tables • Equipment is available for recreation and fitness including pull buoys, kick boards and water basketballs.

Aztec Recreation Center (ARC)

55th Street next to Viejas Arena · (619) 594-PLAY (7529) [email protected] · arc.sdsu.edu · Monday–Thursday, open 24 hours; Friday Open until 12 am; Saturday, 8 am to 12 am; Sunday, Open at 8 am

The 78,000 square foot Aztec Recreation Center is operated by Associated Students/SDSU. Aztec Recreation membership provides access to a wide range of services and facilities that inspire active, healthy living including the Aztec Recreation Center (ARC), Aztec Aquaplex, ARC Express, Aztec Lanes, tennis and racquetball courts as well as five popular programs: indoor climbing, Group Fitness classes, Intramural Sports leagues, Sports Clubs, and Instructional Classes.

Features:

• Over 12,000 square feet in two rooms provides access to both free weights and machines weight training equipment from Paramount®, Life Fitness®, Cybex®, and Hoist® • The 4,900 square feet Cardio Room houses over 90 pieces of equipment including Woodway® treadmills, Precor® elliptical trainers, Concept II® rowing machines and Stairmaster® step mills • Members enjoy continuous drop-in basketball, indoor soccer and volleyball on four multi-purpose gymnasiums which are also used for Intramural Sport leagues and ENS Credit Classes • Two Group Fitness studios offer classes daily in strength, cardio, dance and mind/body formats (arc.sdsu.edu/groupfitness/) • An indoor rock climbing wall that features 12 top ropes and 15,000 square feet of climbing space provides access

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Student Life to recreational climbing as well as ENS credit climbing classes • Aztec Recreation Center is home to SDSU Sport Club teams: 19 diverse and highly competitive teams of more than 700 athletes, organized and managed by students (arc.sdsu.edu/sportsclubs/) • Instructional classes in fitness, dance, martial arts, sports and outdoor skills & leadership take place in the ARC every semester (arc.sdsu.edu/creditclasses/). The ARC is included in your fees if you live on campus. Students living off campus or commuting from home pay a discounted monthly rate of $19 per month. Membership includes:

• Aztec Recreation Center • ARC Express • Aztec Aquaplex • Intramural sports • Group fitness classes • Equipment check-out • Discounts at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center and Aztec Adventures trips Visit the Aztec Recreation Center for additional information and for membership enrollment.

Aztec Tennis Courts

Enter through Aztec Aquaplex, 5375 Remington Road adjacent to Tony Gwynn Stadium · (619) 594-7946 [email protected] · arc.sdsu.edu/tennis · Monday– Thursday, 5 to 9 pm; Friday, closed; Saturday–Sunday, 1 to 5 pm. Hours vary seasonally and facility is subject to close due to weather. The Aztec Tennis Courts feature 12 lighted outdoor courts and are available for drop-in recreation for Aztec Recreation members. Home to Sport Club tennis team and both SDSU Athletics Men’s and Women’s Aztec Tennis Teams, this beautiful facility is accessed through the Aztec Aquaplex.

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• 12 lighted courts • Free equipment check-out • Beginning and intermediate lessons • Tennis ladder tournament

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1001 Santa Clara Place, San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 488-1000 · [email protected] · www.mbaquaticcenter.com Tuesday–Sunday, 8 am to 6 pm. Hours vary seasonally.

The Mission Bay Aquatic is one of the world's largest instructional waterfront facilities and is located in beautiful Mission Bay Park, just a 15-minute drive from SDSU. With a diverse mix of watersports equipment and instruction under one roof, MBAC provides opportunities to experience wakeboarding, sailing, surfing, stand up paddling, waterskiing, rowing, kayaking and windsurfing in a variety of formats from instructional classes for credit and non-credit, to rentals, youth camps and special events.

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• Each semester hundreds of SDSU students earn university credit while learning to wakeboard, sail, surf, stand up paddle, kayak, row, or windsurf • Inexpensive equipment rentals are available for students weekdays and weekends • MBAC has numerous student jobs as sport instructors, front desk assistants, camp counselors, and maintenance assistants • Student organizations host special events at MBAC including beach picnics, moonlight kayaking, wakeboard & tubing parties, and group lessons • SDSU competitive teams that share the facility include the Men’s Crew and Waterski & Wakeboard Sport Clubs as well as the Division I Women’s Crew.

Rec Sports

196 Peterson Gymnasium · (619) 594-6424 [email protected] · arc.sdsu.edu/racquetball Monday–Friday, 3 to 9 pm; Saturday–Sunday, 3 to 7 pm

Rec Sports activities include racquetball, wallyball, martial arts and sports training. The mat room holds both martial arts and self-defense classes. Sport Clubs convene both meetings and practices and some ENS Credit Classes take place in the facility. Aztec Recreation members participate in racquetball, which is offered seven days per week. 144

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Aztec Recreation Center, 55th Street next to Viejas Arena (619) 594-6958 · [email protected] aztecadventures.sdsu.edu

The Aztec Adventures program provides the SDSU community with leadership, education, adventure and culture through three primary programs: Outings, Climbing and Team Challenge. Student trip leaders aim to inspire the SDSU community to get outdoors and experience an adventure through backpacking, hiking, rock climbing, white water rafting and canoeing multi-day camping trips. The climbing program provides a welcoming community for all climbing experience levels. Team Challenge implements dynamic team building and challenge course programs, serving SDSU student organizations, SDSU academic departments, SDSU auxiliaries, corporate groups, non-profits, teen and youth groups, school groups, sports teams, and camp programs. Aztec Adventures outdoor experiences promote personal growth, foster health and wellness, cultivate leadership, embody environmental stewardship, and build relationships with fellow Aztecs.

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• Backpacking • Rock climbing • Camping • Canoeing • Hiking • Sea kayaking • Team Challenge team building program • Whitewater rafting • Wilderness first aid and outdoor leader training program • Yoga retreats

Aztec Lanes

Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union 1st Floor (619) 594-2695 · [email protected] · arc.sdsu.edu/azteclanes · Monday–Wednesday: 9:30 am to 10pm; Thursday–Friday, 9:30 am to 12 am; Saturday, 12 pm to 12am; Sunday, 12 pm to 10 pm

Aztec Lanes provides Aztec Recreation members, SDSU students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members with 12 bowling lanes, billiards, table tennis, large screen TVs and a lounge area. Aztec Recreation membership includes free bowling as a member benefit. Aztec Lanes’ contemporary and vibrant atmosphere is sought after for a variety of private group events, such as birthdays, retirements, campus department activities, student group events, corporate parties and more.

ARC Express

Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union First Floor (619) 594-3488 · [email protected] · arc.sdsu.edu/arcexpress · Monday–Friday, 8 am to 10 pm; Saturday–Sunday, 10 am to 7 pm

The ARC Express is SDSU’s fitness destination on the east side of campus. Located on the third floor of the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, ARC Express features equipment for effective training regimens with a broad array of circuit training equipment, functional training equipment and programs. The cardio equipment at ARC Express includes Woodway® Treadmills, Precor® Ellipticals, Precor® bikes, and Precor AMT® Trainers with Cardio Theater®, a system that integrates the TVs with personal headsets. The ARC Express resistance training equipment includes circuit training pieces from both Life Fitness® and Hoist® Strength Training as well as free weight dumbbells and barbells. Functional training equipment includes the Life Fitness Synrgy 360® XL and TRX® suspension training apparatus for body weight resistance training. Aztec Recreation offers ENS credit classes in the ARC Express.

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Athletics Department

Fowler Athletics Center · (619) 594-3019 · goaztecs.com Weekdays, 9 am to 5 pm

The Aztec Athletics Department sponsors 19 intercollegiate sports competing at the NCAA Division I level in the Mountain West Conference. San Diego State University students receive FREE tickets to attend Aztec Athletics events, simply by showing their current Red ID card at the Aztec Athletics Ticket Office.

Attending athletic events is a great way to build school spirit and pride. Recent highlights for SDSU Athletics include being named Mountain West Champions in 2015 in baseball, men’s basketball, football, men’s golf, women’s soccer, and swimming and diving.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A VARSITY TEAM

You must be an enrolled student. Your first step is to contact the coach of the sport in which you wish to compete. Visit goaztecs.com for a sport directory. Or send a note addressed to: (Sport) Coach Department of Athletics San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92182-4313 Men’s sports: Football, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis, soccer

Women’s sports: Cross country, softball, volleyball, basketball, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, soccer, tennis, golf, water polo, crew, lacrosse, swimming and diving.

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Education Building, Room 112 · (619) 594-7640 www.eatatsdsu.com · [email protected] Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

Student Life

SDSU Dining, a not-for-profit partner of SDSU, is responsible for all restaurants and other food service outlets on campus. SDSU Dining takes great pride in providing healthy and diverse choices for students, faculty and staff. The Dining Room at Cuicacalli Suites and University Towers Kitchen (UTK) offer students, and the community, fresh weekday options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. SDSU Dining also operates almost 30 other restaurants and coffeehouses across campus. In addition, SDSU Dining operates six convenience stores on campus carrying a variety of grab-and-go beverages, sandwiches and salads, as well as traditional convenience store items. Students with questions regarding meal plans may visit SDSU Dining for information about various meal plan options.

SDSU Bookstore End of Centennial Walkway · (619) 594-7525 www.shopaztecs.com

The SDSU Bookstore sells everything students need in one convenient location. From textbooks to Aztec apparel and novelty gift items, the two-story, 25,000-square-foot store also offers studentdiscounted Apple and PC computers through its aztecnology department.

The SDSU Bookstore saves students more than $1 million each semester through its innovative Rent to Save program and also offers EZ Books online textbook ordering, textbook buyback, digital textbooks, and countless student job opportunities. A not-for-profit campus partner, the bookstore’s net proceeds go back to the University to benefit student programs.

Campus News SDSU NewsCenter

SDSU NewsCenter (newscenter.sdsu.edu) is the university website for SDSU news of interest to students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni and community members. Publishing new content daily, it includes articles and multimedia content such as video and photo slideshows.

An additional weekly SDSU NewsCenter email is sent every Wednesday morning. Collecting all news from the previous week, this makes it easy for readers to catch up on “all things SDSU.” Students, parents and other interested parties can sign up for the weekly email by clicking on the “Get Weekly Updates” banner in the lower right corner of the site, or by visiting tinyurl.com/sdsunewscentersignup

@State

@State is a monthly electronic newsletter for students. Get linked to campus news, life, and events! go.sdsu.edu/ student_affairs/atstate

SDSU YouTube Channel

SDSU has its own YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/ sdsuvideo) featuring video news packages about SDSU. (Subscribe by clicking the “Subscribe” button at the top of the page.) Note that SDSU Athletics videos are available on the SDSU Athletics YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/goaztecscom

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Programs and Services for Students Division of Student Affairs Departments

The Division of Student Affairs is a student-centered partner in the SDSU learning community. Education is enhanced, both inside and outside of the classroom, through quality support services and programs that advance student learning and development.

The Division contributes to academic and personal success, encourages independent civic responsibility, and promotes the welfare of all students. Student Affairs helps connect students to the university and to their future, building alliances that foster retention and loyalty beyond graduation.

Career Services

Student Services East Building, Room 1200 · (619) 594-6851 career.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

Programs and Services for Students

SDSU Career Services is the central campus resource for career development and employment opportunities. The center collaborates with many areas on campus to provide a full range of cutting-edge programming, resources, and opportunities that support student success. Primary programming, services and resources include the following: • Internships & Part-time Jobs – Career Services partners with academic departments, employers and alumni to ensure student involvement in internships. The Center also provides extensive part-time, summer and full-time employment opportunities. • The Aztec Mentor Program – Career Services works with the office of Alumni Engagement to provide students with quality mentorship experiences. This program focuses on juniors and seniors; however, Career Services also collaborates with on-campus mentorship programs that address areas such as academic success, connection to campus, and experience with areas such as research. • Career Counseling – Career Services provides students a holistic approach to student development by using a career development model that emphasizes the activities

of exploring, envisioning and achieving. The center provides students an unlimited number of in-person meetings with career counselors to address topics such as career assessments, choosing a major, career development, skills building and links to networking and career resources. For students that qualify, our center also works with Student Disability Services and the California Department of Rehabilitation to offer WorkAbility IV. • 24/7 Online Access – Unlimited free access to internships, full-time, part-time and summer jobs via Aztec Career Connection (http://career.sdsu.edu). A Red ID is required for registration. • Employer Programming – Career fairs, college-based programming, mentoring programs and employer information sessions provide direct access to internships, parttime and summer jobs, and full-time employment. • Graduate School Preparation – career counseling, publications, and an annual graduate school fair with direct access to representatives from programs around the globe. SDSU Career Services welcomes all students, alumni, parents, faculty, and potential community/employer partners to contact our office. Note that fees apply to services for alumni.

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Counseling & Psychological Services (C&PS)

The Office of Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) and Ethnic Affairs

Counseling & Psychological Services (C&PS) offers confidential individual and group counseling at no charge for currently enrolled SDSU students. College students may face concerns about personal relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, alcohol and other substance use, disordered eating, or academic performance. C&PS is here to help students cope with and resolve everyday problems with short-term counseling.

The Office of Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs (EOP) is committed to supporting first-generation, historically low-income students who are California residents, and those students who meet AB540 criteria, through innovative outreach and retention programs that encourage them to persist toward the goal of a university degree.

Calpulli Center (CLP), Room 4401 · (619) 594-5220 studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/cps · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

Telephone Consultation: Any student who has a personal concern, or is concerned about a friend, is encouraged to call C&PS at (619) 594-5220 for a brief consultation with a therapist. If a student’s situation requires longer-term therapy, referrals can be made to off-campus resources. Consultation is also available for staff, faculty and parents who are concerned about a student.

Other services available at C&PS:

Student Services East Building, Room 2109 (619) 594-6298 · [email protected] eop.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

EOP’s core values are to:

• foster communication that allows for growth and development of people and programs • promote an environment of diversity and cultural empowerment • function with respect and integrity • cultivate a community of lifelong learners • focus on learning outcomes and accountability

Programs and Services for Students

The Center for Well-Being – Offers a quiet place to relax between classes. Students can unwind using a multitude of stress-reducing devices and furniture, including a massage chair and the “egg chair,” in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Bounce Back – A course designed to help students on academic probation.

Groups & Workshops – COPE - for stress management, Mindfulness Meditation, Living with Loss, Students in Recovery, and Alcoholics Anonymous.

ASPIRE – An individualized program designed for students to address alcohol or other drug concerns.

Crisis Intervention – For students who are in need of immediate assistance because of a severe emotional crisis that may be life-threatening, or otherwise require immediate attention, urgent appointments may be provided. Examples of urgent situations may include: thinking about suicide, being the victim of assault, and grieving the recent death of a friend or family member. Online Resources – Intervention and assessment tools for anxiety, depression, disordered eating, alcohol and other substance use, trauma, stress, and relationships. Resource Library – Provides pamphlets, books, audio and video tapes covering a wide range of self-help topics.

Peer Education Program:

Active Minds – a student organization that is “changing the conversation about mental health” and reducing stigma around mental illness. Aztecs for Recovery – a student organization that provides peer support for students in recovery.

EOP’s services for admitted students include:

Academic advising, career and personal counseling; EOP First Contact orientation; Summer Bridge program for freshmen; Transfer Bridge program for transfer students; tutoring services for most academic subjects; mentoring; support for former foster youth and homeless students (Guardian Scholars*); EOP graduation reception; student parent services (including CalWORKs); EOP student lounge and computer lab; EOP Student Advisory Board; and support for AB-540 Students. *The SDSU Guardian Scholars Program is committed to helping students exiting the foster care system, dependants and wards of the court, students under legal guardianship, and unaccompanied homeless youth by providing a comprehensive, holistic support program to help them achieve the goal of a college degree.

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Programs and Services for Students Housing Administration & Residential Education Office

Corner of College Avenue and Montezuma Road (619) 594-5742 [email protected] housing.sdsu.edu Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Student Services West Building, Room 3605 · (619) 594-6323 www.sdsu.edu/financialaid · Weekdays, 10 am to 3 pm

Financial Aid and Scholarships educates and counsels students about the assistance available through federal, state, and institutional aid programs, including grants, loans, student employment and scholarships. Most students who apply will qualify for some type of financial aid.

Financial Aid

• AidLink is a secure, web-based, self-service system that gives you immediate and continuous access to your latest SDSU scholarship and financial aid information. www.sdsu.edu/financialaid. • Online information is available about financial aid programs, application procedures, and the academic standards you must maintain to continue receiving aid each year. • You must apply each year by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). www.fafsa.gov • For AB 540 students, complete a California Dream Act Application by March 2, 2015. dream.csac.ca.gov

The Office of Housing Administration (OHA) and the Residential Education Office (REO) at SDSU are committed to fulfilling the university’s mission of “educating the whole person” by offering students a living environment conducive to academic and personal success. A variety of living environments convenient to campus facilities suit the varying needs of a diverse and dynamic student population. An active residence hall student government provides residents a chance to gain leadership experience and become involved with their oncampus community.

• Compared to students who live off campus, on-campus residents have a higher grade point average, take more units, and are more likely to graduate in four years. In fact, studies show that the students who live on campus have a 10-15 percent better chance of doing well in college. • Each residential facility includes live-in staff such as Residence Hall Coordinators, Faculty-in-Residence, Resident Advisors/Community Assistants, and more. • Easy payments for living expenses can be made online. Students receive one monthly bill for rent, utilities, cable, internet, electricity, water, trash, etc. • Residents can choose a Residential Learning Community (RLC) that is tailored to their specific major or shared interest. Take classes and live on the same floor as students with your major/shared interest. Living in an RLC gives you something in common with everyone on your floor on the first day! • Living on campus keeps students involved with campus life and in close proximity to all of the campus resources and fun events!

Scholarships

Applicants are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as possible by submitting a separate online application and essay for each scholarship. Awards are not automatic; you must apply to be awarded. Scholarship information including:

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55th Avenue and Aztec Circle Drive · (619) 594-1982 [email protected] · www.sdsu.edu/international Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

The International Student Center (ISC) provides services that meet the diverse needs of the SDSU international student population and offers programs that foster global understanding, student engagement, and intercultural awareness. The ISC is SDSU’s central source of information and support services for incoming international students, as well as the front door for outgoing SDSU students participating in study abroad programs. The ISC works closely with all areas of the university to identify and meet the unique needs of its constituencies and to provide opportunities for all members of the campus and the local community to develop effective skills and perspectives for global citizenship and leadership.

Programs and Services for Students

Center for Intercultural Relations

Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, Room 250 (619) 594-7057 · [email protected] go.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/intercultural Monday - Thursday, 8 am to 7 pm, Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm

The Center for Intercultural Relations researches, designs and implements unique programs that promote the appreciation of culture, diversity and inclusion while also fostering intercultural communication and cross-cultural understanding. The Center works in conjunction with a number of university departments and colleges to conduct programs related to recruitment, orientation, retention and graduation of underrepresented student populations. The Center promotes academic, personal, professional and cultural development, which foster skills and strategies for being successful at SDSU.

The Center for Intercultural Relations has three resource areas:

• The living room area of the Center for Intercultural Relations provides an atmosphere conducive for community building. Students are encouraged to utilize the comfortable couches, table top chairs, and enjoy rich discussion with peers, staff and community members. • The Mind, Body and Spirit Area within the Center for Intercultural Relations provides a safe space for the spiritual development of all students. Students are encouraged to meditate, pray or get in touch with their inner self. • The Women’s Resource Area is a physical space within the Center for Intercultural Relations to help foster growth and development for all women at SDSU. In partnership with the Women’s Resource Center, information on resource and services regarding academic support, health care social services, community activities and empowerment programs are provided. The area is also utilized for educational programming, open dialogues and special receptions cultivating a safe, equitable and just environment for everyone.

Programs and services include:

• Study Abroad advising and information sessions • Study Abroad fairs • Study Abroad pre-departure and re-entry orientation programs • Newly admitted student pre-arrival advising • International Student Orientation • International Student Advising • Tutor/Mentor Program • Cultural, educational, and social events

Women’s Resource Center

5121 Campanile Way, next to the Pride Center, on the corner of Lindo Paseo and Campanile Drive · (619) 594-2304 · [email protected] · www.sdsu.edu/wrc · MondayThursday, 10 am to 6 pm; Fridays, 10 am to 4:30 pm

The Women’s Resource Center is dedicated to creating a women’scentered space that provides support and advocacy, empowers student voices, connects community members to on-campus and local resources, and creates and facilitates educational programs and events. The WRC focuses on issues related to: gender equity, sexual violence, health and wellness, leadership development, identity exploration, and social change. We invite SDSU students to stop by the Women’s Resource Center’s newly renovated cottage to study, hold meetings, building community, and participate in programs and events!

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Student Services East Building, Room 1105 · (619) 594-6578 [email protected] · studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/ombuds Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

The Office of the Ombudsman helps students through the process of resolving any conflicts they may experience with the university. The Ombudsman is a confidential, independent, and neutral resource for students and acts as a student liaison or mediator. The Office of the Ombudsman provides information, advice, intervention, and referrals to assist in solving problems at the most informal level possible. When appropriate, the Ombudsman guides students through the paperwork necessary for filing formal complaints against the university. (See the university grievance procedure on page 50.)

Student Disability Services Programs and Services for Students

Calpulli Center, Suite 3101 · (619) 594-6473 go.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/sds · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

New Student and Parent Programs

Student Services West Building, Room 1602 · (619) 594-1509 [email protected] · studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/nspp Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm New Student and Parent Programs offers services and programs to help new students and parents understand the goals and expectations of the SDSU community and to introduce the valuable services and programs available on campus to new members of the Aztec family. The office supports new SDSU students in the achievement of academic goals and enriching the university experience. It also provides programs and services to parents of SDSU students through Aztec Parent Programs, making parents a part of the Aztec family.

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• Aztec Parents Advisory Board • SDSU Ambassadors • Aztec Parent Programs • Aztec Parents Association • Aztec Parents Fund

Student Disability Services (SDS) is the campus office responsible for determining and providing appropriate academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Support services are available to students with documented visual limitations, hearing and communication impairments, learning disabilities, mobility, and other functional limitations.

SDS offers the following programs and services:

• Test accommodation • Sign language interpreting • Captioning • Accessible electronic textbook production • Referrals to a variety of other on- and off-campus programs serving individuals with disabilities Authorization for services is determined on a case-by-case basis. Enhanced services are available from the TRiO Student Support Services program for selected at-risk undergraduates, and from the WorkAbility IV program. WorkAbility IV is a joint program between Student Disability Services, SDSU Career Services, and the California Department of Rehabilitation to help SDSU students and alumni with disabilities to achieve their career goals. On-campus golf cart service is available for students with permanent and temporary mobility limitations and who have appropriate documentation of disabilitiy. Please contact SDS as early as possible to make arrangements.

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Student Health Services

Calpulli Center · (619) 594-4325 · shs.sdsu.edu Weekdays, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Basic Services and Appointments

Basic Services are provided at no cost under the health fee paid at the time of registration by regularly enrolled SDSU students. Basic Services include:

• Office medical visits for illness, injuries , and preventive care • X-ray services (bone and chest x-rays) • Laboratory services (low cost fees may be charged for rvices some tests) gy at Student Health Se Digital x-ray technolo • Family planning Health Preparations for College • Psychiatry (assessment and short-term treatment) Complete required immunizations and enter the dates Whenever possible, students should schedule an appointment through the Student Health Services’ web portal, in advance to see a health care provider. For a same-day or HealtheConnection at healtheconnect.sdsu.edu. You need: for a future appointment, call (619) 594-4325. • Two MMR vaccinations. After Hours Care • Three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine for first-time enrollees Students seeking medical care after hours may call the who are 18 years of age or younger. Student Health Services Nurse Advice Line (619-594-4325) for Strongly consider optional immunizations, such as: medical information and referrals. Additionally, a list of local • Meningococcal vaccine: Vaccination with either Menactra clinics and emergency rooms is available on the Student or Menveo (for serogroups ACWY) is recommended for all Health Services website (shs.sdsu.edu). Students receiving 11-18 year olds, and also for freshmen living in residence care at such facilities are responsible for all costs incurred. halls on campus who are at increased risk of contracting Health Insurance this potentially deadly infection. A booster dose is recommended at age 16-18 for those who received their first In case of emergency room visits, hospitalization, or specialty vaccination at age 15 or younger. Separate immunization care needs, students are strongly encouraged to maintain or for serogroup B meningococcus with Bexsero or Trumenba acquire health insurance coverage to assist with these costs. should also be considered. For information on signing up for an affordable health plan or Medi-Cal, see coveredca.com. • Tetanus/diphtheria/acellular pertussis (Tdap): Adolescents (13 through 18 years) who missed getting The Dental Clinic accepts a wide range of insurance plans that Tdap at 11 to 12 years of age and all adults 19 through 64 cover most diagnostic and preventive care at 100%. years of age who have not received a dose of Tdap should get one. Augmented Services • Hepatitis A immunization series to prevent liver infection. Augmented services are provided by Student Health Services for your convenience. They are not considered to be basic • Chickenpox (varicella): this is a more severe illness in care and require additional fees, which are usually lower than adults; get immunized if you’ve never had it. can be found elsewhere in the community. Financial arrange• Annual Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone. ments can be made if necessary. • Pneumococcal vaccination for those at high risk (check Augmented services include: with your healthcare provider). • HPV vaccine is recommended for men and women age 26 • OMT (Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment) and under. • Orthopedics Consider changing your medical plan’s primary healthcare • Pharmacy provider to the San Diego area while attending school. • Immunizations Make sure you bring medication to school and that your • Dental Clinic healthcare provider has ordered an adequate number of refills. • Eye Clinic Send documentation from your healthcare provider to Student • Travel Medical Consultation Health Services if you have a chronic medical disorder.

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Put together a self-care “medicine cabinet”:

• Over-the-Counter (OTC) medications (e.g., Tylenol®, Advil®, Alleve®, Sudafed®) • Thermometer • Band-Aids®

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Programs and Services for Students Patient’s Bill of Rights

As a Student Health Services patient, you have the right to:

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• Be treated with respect, consideration and dignity. • Be given privacy during discussion, examination and treatment. • Have all communications and records pertaining to your health care treated as confidential. • Be provided information concerning your diagnosis, treatment and prognosis in language you understand. • Approve or refuse the release of information regarding your health care. • Receive reasonable continuity of care and know the names and the titles of those participating in your health care. • Participate in decisions involving your care, including the right to choose your medical provider. • Refuse treatment at any time. • Be informed of Student Health Services’ policies regarding your rights and responsibilities, and availability of services. • Use Student Health Services’ channels to effectively express concerns and suggestions about the clinic. • To make sure your healthcare wishes are known and considered if for any reason you are unable to speak for yourself.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality is strictly maintained at Student Health Services. No one except for Student Health Services staff has access to, or can gain access to, your medical records without your written consent, except as required by law.

Health Promotion Department

Calpulli Center, Third Floor, Suite 3201 · (619) 594-4133 healthpromotion.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm The Health Promotion Department helps create a healthier campus to further enhance student success through education, support, and prevention. We are staffed with Health Educators, Social Workers, and subject experts who offer health education on a variety of topics.

Overview

Health Promotion is your go-to place on campus for health and wellness information. Health Promotion also comes to you with presentations and education for your student organization or class. At Health Promotion you can receive health-related education, training and referrals. Our social worker can help with off-campus referrals for medical care, assist in understanding healthcare policies, and help with using county, state and federal health programs. We also collaborate with other departments and advise a number of student organizations dedicated to improving the health of SDSU students.

Services Provided:

• Educational workshops • Individual and small group health education • Alcohol and other drug information • GYN Orientation – includes information on a Women’s Health Exam (Pap smear) and birth control options • Community resources and referrals • Peer Health Education (PHE) Program • Off-campus medical referrals • Assistance utilizing individual health plans • Presentations from professionals or peers on a variety of health topics • Numerous health outreach events and campaigns around campus

Become a Peer Health Educator (PHE)

PHEs engage students and the campus community about a variety of health topics that affect the everyday lives of students.

Generalist Peer Health Educators • Sexual health, alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, behavior change strategies, on-campus and community intervention and outreach FratMANers (Fraternity Men Against Negative Environments and Rape Situations) • Sexual assault and interpersonal violence awareness and prevention, safer social environments, bystander intervention

Testing Services

Student Services West Building, Room 2549 · (619) 594-5216 testing.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

The Office of Testing Services supports and enhances student success by providing innovative and high quality test administration for SDSU students and off-campus constituents. Testing Services is an important resource for the entire university community, serving both students and faculty by administering and analyzing paper and pencil tests and computerbased tests for the purposes of admission, class placement, competency requirements for graduation, licenses, certifications, and credentials. Testing Services also provides test proctoring for the greater San Diego community, including distance learning students; maintenance of a six-month backup file of many University-wide tests; consultation with administration, faculty, staff and students on matters related to testing; test-related research; scoring and analysis of SDSU tests and some commercial exams; and other test-related services as needed. Test dates for San Diego State University competency and placement tests are listed on the Testing Services website. Advance reservations, as well as fee payments, are required for most tests. In addition to administering SDSU tests, Testing Services provides test administration for the GRE, MCAT, LSAT, CBEST, CSET, TOEFL, and TEAS, among other national exams. Most reservations for national exams are made through their respective websites. A link to many of the websites can be found on the Testing Services website. Special arrangements can be made through Student Disability Services for students needing special accommodations. 154

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Other Programs and Services for Students SDSU Children’s Center

Lower E Parking Lot/North of Parking Structure 6 and East of College Avenue · (619) 594-7941 · [email protected] childcare.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 7 am to 6 pm (infant care provided from 7:45 am to 4 pm only)

The SDSU Children’s Center, a service of Associated Students, provides quality educational childcare programs for children between 6 months to 5 years of age. Priority for enrollment starts with SDSU students, followed by children of faculty and staff, and then children of SDSU alumni and the larger community, as space is available. The center serves as the Lab School for the Department of Child and Family Development within the College of Education. In addition, the center collaborates with other campus departments to support academic research, observational learning and opportunities to link academic course work with hands-on learning while working with children and families.

Features:

• Student families can choose either academic year or yearround enrollment options. • Families may choose Monday through Friday or MWF or TTH schedules for their child(ren) each semester or summer session. • SDSU student families can receive free or reduced cost childcare through a California Department of Education Grant if their income qualifies. • A nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack are served each day at no extra charge, including formula for infants. • Diapers for any age child are included in the daily cost. • An individual education plan with specific developmental goals is identified for each child enrolled with collaboration of both teachers and families. • The curriculum embraces both child-initiated and teacherdirected project work. Children of all ages engage in hands-on learning activities both inside the classrooms, as well as in the beautiful outdoor learning spaces. • Experienced and state-certified full-time staff work in collaboration with student interns and part-time student staff to provide quality learning experiences daily. The center recruits part-time student staff to work eight to 20 hours a week in the 10 classrooms. The center is licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, State License #370805130 & #370805240 S.

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Division of Undergraduate Studies

Administration Building – (AD 101, 201, 206, and 220) (619) 594-5842 or (619) 594-5841 · dus.sdsu.edu Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm

The mission of the Division of Undergraduate Studies is to develop and enhance learning communities that foster inquiry, interdisciplinary and academic achievement. By continuously improving and adapting academic programs and services, the division nurtures students’ abilities to learn, to respect diversity of peoples and ideas, and to work toward social justice and a sustainable future. Through this work, the division creates opportunities throughout the university and community for creativity, collaboration, innovation, and academic excellence.

Programs and services available through the Division of Undergraduate Studies include: Center for Regional Sustainability (AD 206) Serves as a resource for the SDSU community on issues related to sustainability, particularly in the curriculum.

Common Experience (AD 220) Conversations and activities focused on common themes explored through academic programming.

Compact Scholars Program (AD 201) Serves eligible students from the Sweetwater Union High School District who have met the Compact for Success requirements. Compact Scholars actively engage in “high impact” educational experiences, most notably study abroad, service-learning, undergraduate research, and leadership development.

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Programs and Services for Students Interdisciplinary Studies in Three Departments (AD 101) A special customizable major intended for students whose career goal or academic interest is not addressed by an existing SDSU major or major/minor pattern.

National Scholarships and Fellowships (AD 101) A resource for students seeking to enrich their academic and personal development through the application process for prestigious national merit scholarships.

Sage Project (AD 206) Provides opportunities for students to engage in meaningful, real-world projects through their coursework and contribute to the smart growth, quality of life, and sustainability goals of a community in SDSU’s service area. Undeclared Advising (AD 101) Advising offered to all first-time freshmen who have not declared a major.

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Weber Honors College (AD 201) A selective program that promotes high academic achievement, development of leadership skills, social responsibility, and international experience through participation in unique courses, small seminars, and travel in which students work closely with faculty mentors and program staff.

Student Account Services

Student Services West, Room 2536 · (619) 594-5253 [email protected] · www.sdsu.edu/sas Weekdays, 9 am to 3:30 pm Mailing Address: Student Account Services San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92182-7426

Whether you are moving to an on-campus residence hall, sharing a place off campus, or still living at home with your family, your college years are the time to take charge of your life and finances. The way you handle your money today can affect all of your tomorrows.

You may be opening your first checking account, getting your first credit card, setting up a budget for the first time, and paying all your own bills. Learning good money management skills now will help you throughout your life.

There are many offices on campus to help you with your financial decisions and options. We are here to help you with money management, answer questions, or advise you if an unexpected financial emergency arises.

Student Loans:

Many students rely on educational loans to help pay for college. Federal education loans can be an excellent resource for students trying to pay educational costs and are an investment in one’s future.

Keep in mind a student loan is a financial obligation that must be repaid. All student loan programs except the Short-Term Loan Program will charge you interest for the funds. Carefully consider the career choice you have made in relation to the amount you borrow. It may not be possible to get

through college without incurring any loan debt; however, become educated about loan programs to ensure that you do not leave school with a debt that is greater than you can handle. Factors to Consider

When deciding upon a student loan, consider the following: • Amount of loan: You do not need to borrow the full amount for which you are eligible. • Number of loans: Are you planning to attend graduate school? You might consider working part-time to keep undergraduate debt low. • Loan limits: Most loan programs specify minimum and maximum amounts that can be borrowed. • Repayment: Most federal student loan programs offer a variety of repayment options, and some loans are not expected to be repaid until six months after graduation, allowing students to obtain employment. • Length of repayment period: You will pay less interest if you choose a shorter repayment period; although the monthly payments will be higher. Visit www.studentloans.gov for more information.

Other Awards:

There are other ways to pay for college, so research additional funding sources: • Apply for SDSU scholarships. Online applications are available at www.sdsu.edu/scholarships • Investigate awards offered by religious groups, fraternities, sororities or civic groups. Check with employers and organizations connected with your field of interest. • Visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships website for information about federal and state financial aid programs. (Refer to the Financial Aid and Scholarship section on page 24.) • Consider student employment; you may be eligible for Federal Work-Study (FWS). Career Services is a good resource for part-time jobs. You should plan on working part-time to help pay tuition and expenses. (See the Career Services section on page 22.)

Credit Cards:

Many college students use a credit card. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily, but you must be careful. Although most students handle credit cards responsibly, many find themselves in over their heads with debt. If you choose to use a credit card, talk with your parents about proper credit card usage. Having a credit card with a low loan limit and making timely payments is one way to establish your credit. Here are some credit card tips:

• Read the fine print. There may be stipulations on the card you choose. For example, if you are delinquent on even one payment, the credit card company may reserve the right to raise your interest rate. • Only carry one credit card. • Pay off your balance at the end of each month. If only the minimum payment is made, it may take years to pay off the bill. In addition, the accrued interest could be very large - two to three times what your originally owed! 156

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• If you cannot afford to pay the entire bill, pay AT LEAST the minimum payment, or your credit rating will be harmed. • Contact your creditors if the payment is going to be late. Communication is key.

Student Billing and Payments:

Make your student payments through the Student Account Services office by one of the following methods: • Online (www.sdsu.edu/sas) • By mail • Student Account Services drop box

Online Services:

Many of the services provided by Student Account Services are available online at www.sdsu.edu/sas: • Online payments can be made by credit card or by electronic check (see the website for details). - Tuition and Fees payments - Payment of university billings - Payment of miscellaneous fees

• E-billing access/download • Access to all financial transaction information including bills, payments, financial aid disbursements and refunds (if you need receipt information, you will find it here) • Tax Relief Act form download and electronic form notification • Parent account authorization for online financial information/billing notification • Apply for Tuition Fee Installment Plan • Sign up for direct deposit (mandatory for financial aid and scholarship payments)

Important Information About Basic Tuition and Fees:

You will not receive a bill for your Tuition and Fees or parking. If you do not have a financial aid fee deferment, you may pay online or by mail. Refer to your “My Registration Page” on the WebPortal for your payment date and fee coupon for payment by mail. Basic Tuition and Fees should be paid a few weeks before you register for classes. If you haven’t paid your fees and you need to register, the fastest way to get your fees paid is by using the online fee payment option.

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How To Pay SDSU Fees Online This is a sample of the Student Account Services website (www.sdsu.edu/sas) showing some of the online services currently offered.

You may pay fees or outstanding bills by electronic check or credit card here. Click on this link if you need assistance with any of our online services.

This will allow you to sign up for direct deposit. Direct deposit is mandatory for all forms of financial aid and scholarships.

A student may set up a parent account here. A parent account has access to information at this site and payment options. They will also receive an email when an e-Bill is available.

This is where you would view your electronic billings. e-Billing history is also stored here.

This is where you would view your financial transaction history for the last 400 days. If you have saved your payment information, it will show up here. Payment information is private. This information may only be viewed by the user who input it.

This link provides a copy of your 1098-T form. You can also sign up for electronic notification of your 1098-T statement.

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Programs and Services for Students Parking* Permit Sales

You are encouraged to purchase your permit online at Aztecs.t2hosted.com. You will have the ability to print a temporary permit while your decal is mailed to you within 1-2 weeks. If you have a financial aid fee deferment, you should buy a pay machine permit until you are able to buy the semester permit. If you need assistance and are unable to pay online please visit parking services or call (619) 594-6671 *Parking information for Fall 2016 is subject to change.

Student Billing

The university notifies students of outstanding balances by electronic billing for housing fees, unpaid fee deferments or added unit bills, Tuition and Fee installments, and other university charges. When you receive an e-Bill message from Student Account Services, you need to log in to www.sdsu.edu/sas to access your billing. It is a good idea to look at this site at least once a week because you are responsible for all amounts due to the university.

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Part of the student learning experience at San Diego State is financial education. Our priority is to assist you in taking care of your financial responsibilities. It is very important that you keep your contact information (email, address, and phone number) current with the university. This information is updated on your WebPortal account.

Basic Tuition and Fees must be paid prior to registration unless fees are deferred by financial aid or some other third party agency. The university does not bill for Basic Tuition and Fees. Therefore, you are reminded to check your WebPortal account for payment deadlines and your registration date. Tuition and Fees, and parking payments, can be made as early as a month prior to registration. Check the Student Account Services website for online payment options. If you wish to pay by check, a fee payment coupon can be generated on your WebPortal account. Tuition and Fee installment is also available.

Electronic Billings are sent around the 15th of every month for other amounts that may come due during the semester. Examples of these types of billings are housing fees, miscellaneous course fees, fines, and damage charges. Students and other designated parties will receive an email notification when a billing statement is available online. You can allow your parents or other authorized users access to your Student Account Services account by giving them their own account and password. This gives the authorized user access to e-Bills, payment options, and transaction history. If you are receiving financial aid or scholarships, you must have your funds deposited into your bank account. Sign-up forms are available at www.sdsu.edu/sas

If you receive Federal Perkins Loans, Federal Direct Loans, or University Long Term Loans, you need to attend an exit interview. Exit interviews are provided online or in Student Account Services.

The Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center Student Services West Building, Room 1661 (619) 594-5831 · www.sdsu.edu/veterans Weekdays, 9 am to 4 pm

The Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center serves as the hub for all student veteran support services at SDSU and supports various local, state, and regional “troops to college” programs. The Center offers eligible veterans, active duty, reserve, and military dependent students with assistance certifying state and federal Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits and provides necessary ouse Veterans H support and resources to ensure academic success. Military connected students are encouraged to join the Student Veteran Organization which serves as the “cultural” arm of the military and veteran population of the campus and provides a social networking platform among peers. Students have access to “The Bunker” in the Center and the Student Veterans House to relax, study, and socialize with others and can take advantage of priority living spaces on campus as well.

The following educational benefits are available to military affiliated students at SDSU: • Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) • Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty (Chapter 30) • Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606) • Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607) • Dependents Education Assistance (Chapter 35) • Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Chapter 31) • California Veterans Fee Waiver Program (Dependents of California Veterans with a VA Service-Connected Disability)

In order to receive benefits while attending SDSU, students must be regularly matriculated, all classes taken must be required for the educational objective selected, and the student must contact the Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center every semester in which benefits are to be used. For additional information about veteran services, contact the Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center in the Student Services West Building at (619) 594-5813, or visit their website at

www.sdsu.edu/veterans

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Freshman Academics This section provides resources and information that will help you succeed in your academic career at San Diego State University.

Colleges and Majors at SDSU Frequently Asked Questions Freshman Academics

Required Courses/Major Academic Plan (MAP) Registering for Classes at SDSU Additional Resources

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Freshman Academics Academic Advising Center sdsu.edu/advising (619) 594-6668

Colleges and Majors at SDSU I was asked which “college” at SDSU I am in. What are the different colleges at SDSU?

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At SDSU, seven colleges and one division house the various majors.

SDSU WebPortal sdsu.edu/portal

College of Arts and Letters

College of Education

Africana Studies American Indian Studies Anthropology Asian Studies Chicana and Chicano Studies Classics Comparative International Studies Comparative Literature Economics English European Studies French Geography German History Humanities International Business International Security and Conflict Resolution Japanese Latin American Studies Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Studies Linguistics Modern Jewish Studies Philosophy Political Science Religious Studies Rhetoric and Writing Studies Russian Russian and Central European Studies Social Science Sociology Spanish Sustainability Urban Studies Women’s Studies

Child and Family Development Liberal Studies (for elementary school teachers)

(619) 594-5431 cal.sdsu.edu

College of Business Administration (619) 594-5259 cbaweb.sdsu.edu

Accounting Finance Financial Services General Business Information Systems Management Marketing Real Estate

(619) 594-6320 coe.sdsu.edu

College of Engineering

(619) 594-6061 engineering.sdsu.edu

Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Construction Engineering Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering Mechanical Engineering

Journalism and Media Studies - Public Relations, Advertising Music Recreation Administration Management Public Administration Television, Film, and New Media Theatre Arts

College of Sciences

(619) 594-5142 sci.sdsu.edu

Astronomy Biology Chemical Physics Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Sciences Geological Sciences Mathematics Microbiology Physical Science Physics Psychology Statistics

College of Health and Human Services Division of (619) 594-6151 Undergraduate chhs.sdsu.edu Athletic Training Studies Foods and Nutrition Gerontology Health Science Kinesiology (Fitness Specialist and Pre-Physical Therapy) Nursing Social Work Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

(619) 594-5841 dus.sdsu.edu

Interdisciplinary Studies in Three Departments Undeclared

College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts (619) 594-5124 psfa.sdsu.edu

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Frequently Asked Questions What is an impacted major?

Because of SDSU’s popularity all majors are designated as impacted, meaning there are more students wanting to declare a specific major than there are spaces available. Impacted majors require that certain requirements, such as preparation for the major courses and minimum GPA, be met prior to declaring the major. (See

sdsu.edu/impactedmajors)

What happens if I fail a class?

Students have an opportunity to improve poor grades through course forgiveness. When a student takes a class for course forgiveness, the academic records will show both grades, but only the second grade will count toward the student’s grade point average (GPA). You must apply for course forgiveness, since it is not automatic. Refer to the SDSU General Catalog (sdsu.edu/catalog) for details regarding course forgiveness.

How many classes are devoted to a major?

A major is an area of specialized study that provides extensive knowledge of a particular subject matter. Approximately 40 percent of the courses a student takes will meet requirements in General Education. The remaining 60 percent will fulfill major requirements. Majors and degree programs require between 120 and 140 units to graduate.

When does my schedule need to be final?

It is in your best interest to finalize your class schedule on your assigned registration date for your best choice of classes. All schedule adjustments must be finalized by the schedule adjustment deadline, which is the 10th day of classes. You must add classes, drop classes, change grading basis, and withdraw from the university by this deadline in your WebPortal. Students are not allowed to drop or add classes after this deadline.

Do major requirements change?

Programs do evolve and changes are made from time to time. However, students retain all requirements in the SDSU General Catalog (sdsu.edu/catalog) from the year they declare a major. Because the catalog is considered a legal document that lists all requirements, you should retain a copy from your first year. It is your responsibility to know what is in the catalog.

Will my grades be mailed home?

No, grades are not mailed to students or to parents. Students may access their grades at the WebPortal (sdsu.edu/portal). Parents cannot legally access grades, under the federal law, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). No personal information, including grades, can be released to anyone other than the student without written consent of the student. You are encouraged to openly discuss academic performance with your parents or family members.

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Freshman Academics Required Courses/ Major Academic Plan (MAP)

All freshmen must register for a specific sequence of lower division General Education courses in the areas of Oral Communication, Composition, Intermediate Composition and Critical Thinking, and Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning. The registration system will enforce enrollment in the required courses. The enforcement will occur every semester until the required sequences are completed. Your Major Academic Plan (MAP) serves as an excellent resource in selecting appropriate courses each semester.

Use these worksheets as you develop your course schedule.

FALL PLANNER

First Choice

Second Choice

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Course Title

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Units

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Course Title

Graduation Requirement

Units

PSY 101

Introduction to Psychology

Social & Behavioral

3

POL S 103

Comparative Politics

Major Prep

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Your MAP is designed to take into account General Education and major preparation courses that will satisfy multiple requirements with one class.

MAPs also suggest sequencing to ensure that you complete prerequisite classes prior to taking a higher-level class. Please be aware that your MAP is just a suggestion and does not consider mandatory remediation or Advanced Placement credit, so you will need to personalize it. The personalized information sheet you received at New Student Orientation

SPRING PLANNER

will include specific Advanced Placement credit and/or your remediation needs. Your personalized information sheet is an additional resource to help you select your courses.

The Graduation Requirements section of the SDSU General Catalog (sdsu.edu/catalog) is another resource to help you select your courses.

First Choice

Second Choice

Dept & No.

Course Title

Graduation Requirement Units

Dept & No.

Course Title

Graduation Requirement Units

PSY 101

Introduction to Psychology

Social & Behavioral

POL S 103

Comparative Politics

Major Prep

(example)

CLASS SCHEDULE Hour

Monday

Tuesday

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Thursday

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07:00 07:50 08:00 08:50 09:00 09:50 10:00

10:50 11:00 11:50 12:00 12:50 13:00 13:50 14:00 14:50 15:00 15:50 16:00 16:50 17:00 17:50

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Freshman Academics Registering for Classes at SDSU How to Register

You will register through the SDSU WebPortal. To access your personal registration information, you will need to have a portal account:

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1. If you have not already done so, visit sdsu.edu/portal and follow instructions provided to create your WebPortal account. You must have a working email address to create an account. Be sure to record your password for future use. 2. Once in the portal, go to “My Registration,” where you can view your registration date and time. This is the first date and time that you can begin registering for classes. “My Registration” will also provide you with your fees, fee payment date, fee payment options, or possible registration holds. Your fee payment deadline is dependent on the date you are scheduled to register for classes. It is urgent that you check your online registration information early, as your fees must be paid prior to your registration date and time. SDSU does not send bills by mail. You must pay your registration fees before you will be allowed to register for classes. 3. Registration Holds: You cannot register for classes if there is a hold on your registration. If “My Registration” shows a registration hold, contact the appropriate office to get a clearance. It can take up to 48 hours to clear a hold, so plan ahead. 4. Visit sdsu.edu/portal to make sure you are enrolled in the correct classes.

Schedule Adjustment Policy

All schedule adjustments must be completed by the schedule adjustment deadline, which is the 10th day of classes. This deadline is strictly enforced and students are not allowed to make changes to their schedule after this deadline.

Add/Wait/Drop Information

Students have the opportunity to add classes starting on their assigned day and time. To add a class, students may view the class schedule on WebPortal and follow the steps to register. Students can enroll in any courses with open seats through the fifth day of classes.

You may also drop a class from your schedule online through WebPortal. You must drop the class before the schedule adjustment deadline. Even if you do not attend the class, you must go to the WebPortal and officially drop the class (it is not automatic).

Faculty-Initiated Drop Policy

Faculty may drop students who fail to attend the first class session. Students may also be dropped for not meeting course prerequisites. Any student dropped by an instructor will be notified of the action by email.

Not all instructors will drop students who miss the first class session. It is important that you check your class schedule in the WebPortal before the schedule adjustment deadline to confirm you are in the classes you think you are in. If you do not properly drop a course, you will receive a “WU” (withdrawal unauthorized), which counts as an “F” in your GPA.

If a class has reached capacity, the Wait List option will be available. The Wait List is a feature that provides students the ability to wait for a course and get enrolled automatically if an open seat becomes available or if a professor adds students from their wait list. Students will be ranked on the wait list based on specific conditions. An email will be sent to students to confirm enrollment in the wait list class. Students are responsible for managing their wait list through the WebPortal. If a student no longer wants to be on a wait list, they must remove themselves or risk being automatically enrolled. 164

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• SDSU is full of good spots to study. Experiment with what works best for you, such as Love Library or Starbucks on campus.

How to Study

• Give yourself breaks while studying. This will help you remember important concepts without getting mentally tired. • Your most challenging classes will need more of your attention, so prioritize them. • Study actively by rewriting your lecture notes, saying them aloud to yourself, and forming study groups so you can bounce ideas and questions off of other students. Quiz yourself by making up hypothetical multiple choice questions or essay questions, and take notes from your reading material. • Visit your instructors during their office hours. Ask questions. Learn about their research.

Computer Facilities

The SDSU computing environment provides access to many software products. Three large computer labs are open to all students, and all machines in these labs are connected to the Internet:

Additional Resources Time Management

If you’re like most students, there just aren’t enough hours in a day! Here are some rules to keep in mind each day: Know what time it is, make a schedule, follow your schedule, and know that good time management is a learned skill.

• Even if you have excellent study habits, you may find that time management becomes a challenge. • For every hour spent in class, professors recommend you spend three hours outside of class preparing and studying. • One of the biggest traps is falling behind in your reading. Keeping up with your reading helps you understand lectures better and avoid panic before exams. • Playtime is important. You should provide small rewards for yourself for completing small segments of work rather than keeping your “nose to the grindstone,” then ending up wasting time and feeling guilty about it. • Keep a planner with your work schedule, class schedule, test dates and project due dates at all times so you are aware of your time commitments.

• Love Library Computing Hub located in Love Library 200 • Social Science Research Lab located in PSFA 140 • Terminal Labs in EBA-110 and EBA-113 Wireless access is also available in designated areas on campus.

For more information on computing resources and facilities, visit library.sdsu.edu and click on “Services.”

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Academic Advising

Advisers in the Academic Advising Center (sdsu.edu/advising) are available to help students understand SDSU graduation requirements and institutional policies.

Advisers in your major department are available to help you plan major courses and provide advice with career options and graduate school. A directory of major advisers is available at sdsu.edu/majoradvisers

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Class Standing

• Freshman – Earned 0-29 semester units • Sophomore – Earned 30-59 semester units • Junior – Earned 60-89 semester units • Senior – Earned 90 semester units or more

Course Numbering

• 80-99: Do not count toward unit requirements but may meet graduation requirements • 100-299: Lower division courses • 300-599: Upper division courses

General Education (GE)

General Education provides you with multiple sets of skills, perspectives and knowledge. GE will give you a breadth of understanding that will help you make an effective contribution to society. GE consists of 49 units divided into four sections.

Grade Point Average (GPA)

GPA is calculated by the total number of grade points divided by the number of units attempted. Four grade point averages, each 2.0 or higher, are required for graduation. To meet impacted major requirements, your GPA must be above 2.0.

• SDSU GPA – An average based on all courses attempted at SDSU. • Cumulative GPA – An average based on all courses attempted at SDSU and transferable courses at other universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges. • Major GPA – An average based on all upper division courses attempted in the major department and upper division courses required for the major, but taught outside the major department. • Minor GPA – An average based on all units applicable to a minor (if applicable).

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All majors are designated as impacted, meaning they have more students wanting to declare a specific major than can be accommodated.

Preparation for the Major

Major preparation courses are lower division courses intended to prepare you for the upper division courses required in a specific major. These courses are taken during the first two years of your studies as you complete General Education.

Prerequisite

Students must satisfy course or exam prerequisites prior to beginning some courses. The registration system does not check for all prerequisites. Students are responsible for knowing what prerequisites are required for the courses they wish to add.

Schedule Adjustment

Period of 10 days at the start of the term in which students can add, drop or change grading basis of a course. No schedule adjustments are allowed after this deadline. This deadline is strictly enforced.

Unit

A unit represents 50 minutes of class time per week during a semester. Most courses are 3 units, but courses may range from 1 to 6 units each. A 3-unit course may meet: • Three times a week for 50 minutes • Two times a week for 75 minutes • One time a week for 150 minutes The minimum number of units required for a bachelor’s degree ranges from 120 to 140. The exact number depends on your major.

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Transfer Academics This section provides resources and information that will help you succeed in your academic career at San Diego State University.

Colleges and Majors at SDSU Important Information for Transfer Students Frequently Asked Questions Registering for Classes at SDSU Additional Resources

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Transfer Academics Academic Advising Center sdsu.edu/advising (619) 594-6668

Colleges and Majors at SDSU Q: I was asked which

“college” at SDSU I am in. What are the different colleges at SDSU?

A: SDSU has seven colleges and one division that house the various majors.

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SDSU WebPortal sdsu.edu/portal

College of Arts and Letters

College of Education

Africana Studies American Indian Studies Anthropology Asian Studies Chicana and Chicano Studies Classics Comparative International Studies Comparative Literature Economics English European Studies French Geography German History Humanities International Business International Security and Conflict Resolution Japanese Latin American Studies Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Studies Linguistics Modern Jewish Studies Philosophy Political Science Religious Studies Rhetoric and Writing Studies Russian Russian and Central European Studies Social Science Sociology Spanish Sustainability Urban Studies Women’s Studies

Child and Family Development Liberal Studies (for elementary school teachers)

(619) 594-5431 cal.sdsu.edu

College of Business Administration (619) 594-5259 cbaweb.sdsu.edu

Accounting Finance Financial Services General Business Information Systems Management Marketing Real Estate

(619) 594-6320 coe.sdsu.edu

College of Engineering

(619) 594-6061 engineering.sdsu.edu

Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Construction Engineering Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering Mechanical Engineering

College of Health and Human Services (619) 594-6151 chhs.sdsu.edu

Athletic Training Foods and Nutrition Gerontology Health Science Kinesiology (Fitness Specialist and Pre-Physical Therapy) Nursing Social Work Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

Management Journalism and Media Studies - Public Relations, Advertising Music Recreation Administration Management Public Administration Television, Film, and New Media Theatre Arts

College of Sciences

(619) 594-5142 sci.sdsu.edu

Astronomy Biology Chemical Physics Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Sciences Geological Sciences Mathematics Microbiology Physical Science Physics Psychology Statistics

Division of Undergraduate Studies (619) 594-5841 dus.sdsu.edu

Interdisciplinary Studies in Three Departments Undeclared

College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts (619) 594-5124 psfa.sdsu.edu

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Important Information For Transfer Students The Writing Placement Assessment (WPA)

All undergraduate students must demonstrate competency in writing skills at the upper division level by fulfilling the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR) as a requirement for graduation. As a new transfer admitted student, you must take the WPA exam between the time you are admitted and the end of your first semester at SDSU. If you do not take the exam before the end of the first semester, you will not be allowed to register for the next term at SDSU. You are permitted to take the Writing Placement Assessment twice by the end of your first term. The WPA is a two-hour exam that focuses on your ability to express yourself in writing clearly, logically, and specifically, and to organize and develop your ideas well. In addition, it assesses your ability to write coherent paragraphs and appropriately structured sentences. Finally, it checks your mastery of punctuation, spelling, mechanics, capitalization, and proofreading.

You will be given a short reading in the form of an argument, and asked to write an essay that responds to a series of questions that relate directly to the reading selection. The questions you will be asked to address in the essay will focus specifically on analysis of the argument presented in the reading rather than a personal response. You may be asked to assess the argument’s structure, or to explain how the author uses rhetorical strategies to persuade an audience, or to evaluate (using evidence from the reading itself) how convincing the argument is. More information about the WPA is available at testing.sdsu.edu

Your Degree Evaluation

Your degree evaluation, which you received at New Student Orientation, provides an unofficial status report on your

progress toward completing the graduation requirements for your degree. Your degree evaluation will outline the following: what major coursework you have left to take, testing requirements, upper division General Education requirements, and all other graduation requirements. Your degree evaluation also shows how transfer credit has been applied to meet SDSU General Education and major requirements. The official review of your degree evaluation is typically completed by the end of your first semester. This review includes the articulation of any “unknown” courses which may be on your preliminary degree evaluation.

Your degree evaluation includes an overview of which requirements have already been satisfied and which requirements have yet to be fulfilled. In addition, each graduation requirement is separated into different boxes on your evaluation to identify specifically what requirements have or have not been satisfied.

Once you apply for graduation, you will be sent an official graduation evaluation describing your remaining degree requirements. You can review your unofficial degree evaluation in the WebPortal (sdsu.edu/portal) to ensure that you are on track to graduate within your desired timeframe. Don’t risk a delay in graduation due to a missing graduation requirement.

Explorations of Human Experience

Transfer students are required to take 9 units of upper division General Education courses known as Explorations of Human Experience. Courses in this area must not be taken sooner than the semester in which you achieve upper division standing (60 units). Upper division courses in your major department may not be used to satisfy Explorations of Human Experience, section IV, General Education. One course of Explorations of Human Experience must satisfy the Cultural Diversity course requirement.

Major Requirements

Major requirements include preparation for the major classes and upper division major classes. “Preparation for the major” classes are lower division courses that build a solid foundation for the more specialized upper division major classes. Lower division classes are numbered 100-299 and are generally taken during your first two years of college. Upper division courses are numbered 300-599 and are generally taken during your junior and senior year.

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Additional major requirements may include impaction requirements, language requirements, international experience or study abroad experience, or a minor. Typically, 60 percent of your course work through college is focused on your major area of study.

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Transfer Academics Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I declare my upper division major? A: If you are admitted into an impacted major, you will first be admitted as a “pre-major.” Follow the steps below once you have met the impaction criteria listed in the catalog under your major (specific major prep courses, minimum grades in those courses, minimum units, and minimum GPA): Obtain a “Declaration or Change of Undergraduate Major and Minor” form from the Office of the Registrar.

Complete your student information and take the form along with a copy of your degree evaluation to the department of the major you wish to declare. They will sign the form and provide the major code. Return the completed form to the Office of the Registrar.

Q: What is an impacted major? A: Because of the popularity of SDSU, there are more students wanting to declare a specific major than there are available spaces. Impacted majors require that certain requirements, such as preparation for the major courses and minimum GPA, be met prior to declaring the major.

Q: How and when do I apply to graduate? A: Graduation is not automatic; it is your responsibility to apply to graduate for the correct term in which you believe you will have met all of the graduation requirements. You must submit a graduation application and fee for the term you anticipate completing all of your requirements. It is critical that you apply to graduate approximately two semesters before you will actually graduate since your application generates your official graduation evaluation. It can take up to eight weeks for your official graduation evaluation to be completed and released to you. Applying early ensures you will have it before you register for your classes your final semester. Applying early also ensures you will have a graduation adviser to consult if you run into difficulties with your planned graduation. More information about applying to graduate is available at sdsu.edu/applytograduate.

Q: How do I declare my minor? A: Not all majors require a minor. Some majors that require minors must approve the choice of minor. Anyone may declare a minor. To declare, follow these steps: Obtain a “Declaration or Change of Undergraduate Major and Minor” form from the Office of the Registrar.

Complete your student information and take the form to the department of the minor you wish to declare. They will sign the form and provide the minor code. Some minors have specific criteria that must be met before permission to declare the minor is granted (check your catalog). For those minors with criteria for admission to the minor, take a copy of your degree evaluation so you can prove that you have met the criteria. Return the completed form to the Office of the Registrar.

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Registering For Classes at SDSU How to Register for Classes

You will register through the SDSU WebPortal. To access your personal registration information, you will need to have a portal account:

1. If you have not already done so, visit sdsu.edu/portal and follow instructions provided to create your WebPortal account. You must have a working email address to create an account. Be sure to record your password for future use. 2. Once in the portal, go to “My Registration” where you can view your registration date and time, which is the first date and time that you can begin registering for classes. “My Registration” will also provide you with your fees, fee payment date, fee payment options, or possible registration holds. Your fee payment deadline is dependent on the date you are scheduled to register for classes. It is urgent that you check your online registration information early, as your fees must be paid prior to your registration date and time. SDSU does not send bills by mail. You must pay your registration fees before you will be allowed to register for classes. 3. Registration Holds: You cannot register for classes if there is a hold on your registration. If “My Registration” shows a registration hold, contact the appropriate office to get a clearance. It can take up to 48 hours to clear a hold. Plan ahead. 4. Visit sdsu.edu/portal to make sure you are enrolled in the correct classes.

Schedule Adjustment Policy

All schedule adjustments must be completed by the schedule adjustment deadline, which is the 10th day of classes. This deadline is strictly enforced and students are not allowed to make changes to their schedule after this deadline.

Add/Wait/Drop Information

Students have the opportunity to add classes starting on their assigned day and time. To add a class, students may view the class schedule on WebPortal and follow the steps to register. Students can enroll in any courses with open seats through the fifth day of classes.

If a class has reached capacity, the Wait List option will be available. The Wait List is a feature that provides students the ability to wait for a course and get enrolled automatically if an open seat becomes available or if a professor adds students from their wait list. Students will be ranked on the wait list based on specific conditions. An email will be sent to students to confirm enrollment in the wait list class. Students are responsible for managing their wait list through the WebPortal. If a student no longer wants to be on a wait list, they must remove themselves or risk being automatically enrolled.

You may also drop a class from your schedule online through WebPortal. You must drop the class before the schedule adjustment deadline. Even if you do not attend the class, you must go to the WebPortal and officially drop the class (it is not automatic).

Faculty-Initiated Drop Policy

Faculty may drop students who fail to attend the first class session. Students may also be dropped for not meeting course prerequisites. Any student dropped by an instructor will be notified of the action by email. Not all instructors will drop students who miss the first class session. It is important that you check your class schedule in the WebPortal before the schedule adjustment deadline to confirm you are in the classes you think you are in. If you do not properly drop a course, you will receive a “WU” (withdrawal unauthorized), which counts as an “F” in your GPA.

Additional Resources Time Management

If you’re like most students, there just aren’t enough hours in a day! Here are some rules to keep in mind each day: Know what time it is, make a schedule, follow your schedule, and know that good time management is a learned skill.

• Even if you have excellent study habits, you may find that time management becomes a challenge. • For every hour spent in class, professors recommend you spend three hours outside of class preparing and studying. • One of the biggest traps is falling behind in your reading. Keeping up with your reading helps you understand lectures better and avoid panic before exams. • Playtime is important. You should provide small rewards for yourself for completing small segments of work rather than keeping your “nose to the grindstone,” then ending up wasting time and feeling guilty about it. • Keep a planner with your work schedule, class schedule, test dates and project due dates at all times so you are aware of your time commitments.

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Find a Place to Study • SDSU is full of good spots to study. Experiment with what works best for you, such as Love Library or Starbucks on campus.

How to Study

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tion, so prioritize them. • Study actively by re-writing your lecture notes, saying them aloud to yourself, and forming study groups so you can bounce ideas and questions off of other students. Quiz yourself by making up hypothetical multiple choice questions or essay questions, and take notes from your reading material. • Visit your instructors during their office hours. Ask questions. Learn about their research.

Computer Facilities

The SDSU computing environment provides access to many software products. Three large computer labs are open to all students, and all machines in these labs are connected to the Internet: • Love Library Computing Hub located in Love Library 200 • Social Science Research Lab located in PSFA 140

Useful Terms

Class Standing

• Freshman – Earned 0-29 semester units • Sophomore – Earned 30-59 semester units • Junior – Earned 60-89 semester units • Senior – Earned 90 semester units or more

Course Numbering

• 80-99: Do not count toward unit requirements but may meet graduation requirements • 100-299: Lower division courses • 300-599: Upper division courses

General Education (GE)

General Education provides you with multiple sets of skills, perspectives and knowledge. GE will give you a breadth of understanding that will help you make an effective contribution to society. GE consists of 49 units divided into four sections.

Grade Point Average (GPA)

GPA is calculated by the total number of grade points divided by the number of units attempted. Four grade point averages, each 2.0 or higher, are required for graduation. To meet impacted major requirements, your GPA must be above 2.0

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• SDSU GPA – An average based on all courses attempted at SDSU. • Cumulative GPA – An average based on all courses attempted at SDSU and transferable courses at other universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges. • Major GPA – An average based on all upper division courses attempted in the major department and upper division courses required for the major, but taught outside the major department.

• Terminal Labs in EBA-110 and EBA-113 Wireless access is also available in designated areas on campus.

For more information on computing resources and facilities, visit library.sdsu.edu and click on “Services.”

Academic Advising

Advisers in the Academic Advising Center (sdsu.edu/advising) are available to help students understand SDSU graduation requirements and institutional policies.

Advisers in your major department are available to help you plan major courses and provide advice with career options and graduate school. A directory of major advisers is available at sdsu.edu/majoradvisers.

• Minor GPA – An average based on all units applicable to a minor (if applicable).

Impacted Major

All majors are designated as impacted, meaning they have more students wanting to declare a specific major than can be accommodated.

Preparation for the Major

Major preparation courses are lower division courses intended to prepare you for the upper division courses required in a specific major. These courses are taken during the first two years of your studies as you complete General Education.

Prerequisite

Students must satisfy course or exam prerequisites prior to beginning some courses.

Schedule Adjustment

Period of 10 days at the start of the term in which students can add, drop or change grading basis of a course. No schedule adjustments are allowed after this deadline. This deadline is strictly enforced.

Unit

A unit represents 50 minutes of class time per week during a semester. Most courses are 3 units, but courses may range from 1 to 6 units each. A 3-unit course may meet: • Three times a week for 50 minutes • Two times a week for 75 minutes • One time a week for 150 minutes The minimum number of units required for a bachelor’s degree ranges from 120 to 140. The exact number depends on your major.

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University Policies Standards For Student Conduct The Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities

Student Services West Building, Room 1604 · (619) 594-3069 csrr.sdsu.edu · Weekdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm In support of the mission of San Diego State University, the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities educates campus community members about the Student Code of Conduct and assists in the development of students as responsible citizens. In order to carry out this mission, the Center strives to:

• Demonstrate care for individual students, their educational aspirations, and personal development • Help students and parents understand the importance of accountability • Increase retention by encouraging students to make appropriate, ethical and positive choices • Decrease risk behaviors through intervention and appropriate sanctioning • Ensure that students’ due process and privacy rights are protected • Provide outreach, educational materials and advisement to students, faculty and staff regarding the Student Code of Conduct and systemwide processes.

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Inappropriate conduct by students or applicants for admission is subject to discipline at San Diego State University. The Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities coordinates the discipline process and establishes standards and procedures in accordance with the California Code of Regulations.

Campus Community Values

The university is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy living and learning environment for students, faculty and staff. Each member of the campus community must choose behaviors that contribute toward this end.

Grounds for Student Discipline

The following are the grounds upon which student discipline may be based: 1.

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Dishonesty, including:

a. Cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty that are intended to gain unfair academic advantage. b. Furnishing false information to a university official, faculty member, or campus office. c. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of a university document, key, or identification card. d. Misrepresenting oneself to be an authorized agent of the university or one of its auxiliaries.

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Unauthorized entry into, presence in, or misuse of university property.

Willful, material and substantial disruption or obstruction of a university-related activity, or any on-campus activity.

Participating in an activity that substantially and materially disrupts the normal operations of the university, or infringes on the rights of members of the university community. Willful, material, and substantial obstruction of the free flow of pedestrian or other traffic, on or leading to campus property or an off-campus, university-related activity.

Disorderly, lewd, indecent, or obscene behavior at a university-related activity, or directed toward a member of the university community. Conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person within or related to the university community, including physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment or sexual misconduct.

Hazing, or conspiracy to haze. Hazing is defined as any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization, or student body, whether or not the organization or body is officially recognized by an educational institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily injury to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, university, or other educational institution in this state (Penal Code 245.6). In addition, any act likely to cause physical harm, personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, university, or other educational institution is considered to be hazing. The term “hazing” does not include customary athletic events or school-sanctioned events. Neither the express or implied consent of a victim of hazing, nor the lack of active participation in a particular hazing incident is a defense. Apathy or acquiescence in the presence of hazing is not a neutral act, and is also a violation. Use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs or drug-related paraphernalia (except as expressly permitted by law and university regulations), or the misuse of legal pharmaceutical drugs. SDSU does not permit the possession or use of marijuana even with a medical recommendation.

10. Use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of alcoholic beverages (except as expressly permitted by law and university regulations), or public intoxication while on campus or at a university-related activity.

11. Theft of property or services from the university community, or misappropriation of university resources. 12. Unauthorized destruction or damage to university property or other property in the university community.

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13. Possession or misuse of firearms or guns, replicas, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, knives, other weapons, or dangerous chemicals (without the prior authorization of the campus president) on campus or at a university activity.

14. Unauthorized recording, dissemination, or publication of academic presentations (including handwritten notes) for a commercial purpose. 15. Misuse of computer facilities or resources, including: a. b. c. d.

Unauthorized entry into a file, for any purpose. Unauthorized transfer of a file. Use of another’s identification or password. Use of computing facilities, campus network, or other resources to interfere with the work of another member of the university community. e. Use of computing facilities and resources to send obscene or intimidating and abusive messages. f. Use of computing facilities and resources to interfere with normal university operations. g. Use of computing facilities and copyright laws. h. Violation of a campus computer use policy. 16. Violation of any published university policy, rule, regulation, or presidential order (this includes the residential license agreement, Greek guidelines, etc.). 17. Failure to comply with directions of, or interference with, any university official or any public safety officer while acting in the performance of his/her duties.

18. Any act chargeable as a violation of a federal, state, or local law that poses a substantial threat to the safety or well-being of members of the university community, to property within the university community, or that poses a significant threat of disruption or interference with university operations. 19. Violation of the Student Conduct Procedures, including:

a. Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information related to a student discipline matter. b. Disruption or interference with the orderly progress of a student discipline proceeding. c. Initiation of a student discipline proceeding in bad faith. d. Attempting to discourage another from participating in the student discipline matter. e. Attempting to influence the impartiality of any participant in a student discipline matter. f. Verbal or physical harassment or intimidation of any participant in a student discipline matter. g. Failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under a student discipline proceeding. 20. Encouraging, permitting, or assisting another to do any act that could subject him or her to discipline.

(Students residing in university residence halls are responsible for additional and contractual community standards as published in the Student Housing License Agreement.)

Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Stalking

SDSU is committed to a community free from instances of misconduct including sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual harassment, and stalking. All members of the university community share responsibility for upholding this policy as we strive to attain our goal of a violence-free community. Individuals alleged to have committed acts of sexual misconduct may face criminal prosecution by law enforcement and may incur penalties as a result of civil litigation. In addition, employees and students may face discipline/sanctions at the university. Employees may face sanctions up to and including dismissal from employment, per established CSU policies and provisions of applicable collective bargaining unit agreements. Students charged with sexual misconduct will be subject to discipline, pursuant to the California State University Student Conduct Procedures and Title IX Regulations and will be subject to appropriate sanctions. In addition, the university may implement interim measures in order to protect a person within the university community, and ensure the maintenance of order. Such measures may include immediate interim suspension from the university, required move from university-owned or affiliated housing, adjustment to course schedule, or prohibition from contact with parties involved in the alleged incident.

SDSU’s primary concern is the safety of its campus community members. The use of alcohol or drugs never makes the victim/survivor at fault for sexual misconduct; therefore, victims should not be deterred from reporting incidents of sexual misconduct out of concern they may be disciplined for related violations of drug, alcohol, or other university policies. Except in extreme circumstances, victims of sexual misconduct shall not be subject to discipline for related violations of the Student Conduct Code.

The Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Coordinators are responsible for Title IX compliance related to training, education, communication, and administration of complaint procedures for complaints against SDSU students, faculty and staff. Please refer to Executive Order 1097 revised for more information on university policy and procedures relating to sexual misconduct at studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/srr/discipline1.html If you have a complaint against an SDSU student for sexual misconduct, or you would like to learn about university support and interim remedies, you should contact Dr. Lee Mintz, Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Director of the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities at [email protected] or (619) 594-3069. If you have a complaint against an SDSU faculty or staff member, or visitor for sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or sexual assault, you should contact Heather Bendinelli, Director of Office of Employee Relations at [email protected] or (619) 594-6464.

For more information about sexual violence and prevention information at SDSU, please contact Jessica Rentto, Title IX Coordinator, Administration, Room 320, [email protected], or (619) 594-6017. Please refer to go.sdsu.edu/sdsutalks to learn about rape and sexual violence resources.

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University Policies Student Grievance Procedure

If you believe that a professor’s treatment is grossly unfair or clearly unprofessional, you may informally address this through the Ombudsman’s office located in the Student Services East Building, room 1105. If not resolved informally, you may make a formal complaint to the proper university authorities and official reviewing bodies by filing a Student Grievance through the Ombudsman’s office. Contact the Ombudsman’s office to obtain complete copies of the Student Grievance Committee’s Code and Procedures.

Cheating and Plagiarism Off-Campus Student Conduct

SDSU’s expectations of responsible student behavior prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students on university property or in surrounding neighborhoods. On campus property, and in surrounding neighborhoods, the sale, distribution, knowing possession, and use of dangerous drugs or narcotics are prohibited. SDSU does not permit the possession or use of marijuana, even with a medical recommendation. Conduct that threatens the safety or security of the campus community, or substantially disrupts the functions or operation of the university, is within the jurisdiction of this Code regardless of whether it occurs on or off campus.

Student Privacy Rights

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the California Information Practices Act (CIPA) protect your educational records. The University is very limited in allowing access to student’s educational records. You may grant permission for the university to disclose any information from those records by providing your written consent (for details visit csrr.sdsu.edu/privacy1.html).

Nondiscrimination Policy

San Diego State University shall maintain and promote a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. Further, the University's commitment requires that there be no retaliation against an individual who has filed a complaint of discrimination or in some other way opposed discriminatory practices, or participated in an investigation related to such a complaint. See the SDSU General Catalog for information about specific nondiscrimination laws and offices to contact if you have inquiries or concerns.

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Cheating and plagiarism are serious violations of academic standards. Cheating and plagiarism in connection with an academic program at the university may warrant two separate and distinct courses of disciplinary action that may be applied concurrently in response to a violation of this policy: (a) academic sanctions, such as grade modifications; and (b) disciplinary sanctions, such as probation, suspension, or expulsion. Faculty are required to report all instances of academic misconduct to the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Awareness

San Diego State University is committed to reducing risk behaviors that jeopardize student success or safety. Illegal and inappropriate alcohol and drug use pose multiple risks to campus community members, thus the university student discipline process has jurisdiction over behaviors that occur on campus, at campus-related events, and/or in surrounding neighborhoods. The university does not accept alcohol or substance use as an excuse, reason, or rationale for any act of abuse, harassment, intimidation, violence, vandalism or other misconduct. Unlawful possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol is strictly prohibited. San Diego State University will exercise the full measure of its disciplinary powers and cooperate with governmental authorities in criminal and civil actions. Civil or criminal action may coincide with university action. In accordance with the California Information Practices Act, the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee of San Diego State University may notify a student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) in the event compelling circumstances exist affecting the student’s health or safety, including circumstances involving alcohol or controlled substances.

Smoke-Free Campus

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. There is no smoking permitted anywhere on campus or within our auxiliary organization properties. This policy applies to all forms of cigarettes (including clove), cigars, pipes, and vaporizers, and “e-cigarettes.” Oral tobacco products are also prohibited. The campus provides support for students wishing to quit smoking through Student Health Services and the Counseling & Psychological Services departments. For more information on the SDSU Smoke free policy, visit http://smokefree.sdsu.edu 176

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Alcohol e-CheckUpToGo

All new students are required to complete the Alcohol e-CheckUpToGo in their first semester at SDSU. This is an interactive web intervention that allows you to enter information about your drinking patterns and receive feedback about your use of alcohol. Visit www.sa.sdsu.edu/cps/e-chug.html The brief program will provide you with accurate and detailed information about: • Your personal risk patterns • Your individual level of alcohol tolerance • Your unique family risk factors • Harm reduction strategies • Helpful resources on campus and in the community

SDSU Police/Campus Safety

• Community Service Officers • Defensive driving • Emergency duress phones • Key issue • Live scan fingerprinting • Safety escorts • Parking Services

Emergency Notification sdsu.edu/prepare

SDSU has established a notification system that is capable of sending text and email messages in the event of a campuswide emergency or health and safety concern. Students should register to receive text and/or email messages through the WebPortal.

University Police: Your Community Policing Agency University Police Department of Public Safety Building (DPS) (619) 594-1991 · [email protected] police.sdsu.edu · Front lobby hours – 8 am to 4:30 pm · Parking/Key Issue Business Hours – 9 am to 4 pm

Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of sworn police officers and civilian professional staff. SDSU police officers are P.O.S.T. certified with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to upgrade their skills, which include first aid and CPR.

University police officers are armed. They conduct foot, vehicular and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day. Officers are responsible for investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance. University Police oversees the following services: • Crime prevention • Records unit • Property and evidence • Communications division • Emergency preparedness • Sexual Assault Awareness Training • Law enforcement CSO training program • Access control • Automatic External Defibrillator System (AED) • Bike licensing

SDSU also has several social media channels you can follow to stay updated on campus emergencies: • News and Information on Twitter (@sdsu) • News and Information on Facebook (facebook.com/sandiegostate)

Parking Information

police.sdsu.edu/dps/parking.aspx

California law and code require the payment of parking fees by employees, students, and guests for parking on state university property. Important: Parking permit sales are not limited. Therefore, the purchase of a parking permit in no way guarantees parking space availability.

Vehicles must be parked in designated parking spaces only and display a campus-issued permit. Students are required to follow all parking regulations. All provisions of the Motor Vehicle Code of California must be observed.

Permits can be purchased online at aztecs.t2hosted.com or at Parking Services. Permits are required even when school is not in session. Permits are not transferable. Day-use student permits are only valid 6 am to 1 am.

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University Policies Overnight Parking - (N) Permits

Student Lots: Overnight Parking is permitted in Parking 3, 4, 7, 9, 10A, 11, 12 (L4-L8) and 17. Overnight permits are required and must be displayed from 1 am to 6 am.

Any student lot not listed above is “No Parking” between the hours of 1 am to 6 am. Drivers without an overnight parking permit must park in pay parking areas and purchase a pay permit to park between the hours of 1 am and 6 am.

Visitor Parking

Valid parking permits are required at all times. Visitors may obtain permits at pay permit machine lots. Directions for parking may be obtained at the Information Booth located in front of the Chemical Sciences Laboratory Building.

Pay Permit Machines

Pay permit ticket-dispensing machines are available 24 hours in most lots and take credit cards. They are located in Parking 3 (levels 1, 2, and 3), 6B, 7 (levels 1 and 2), 8, 10, 12 (level 8), and in front of the information booth located in the Chemical Sciences Laboratory Building. You can purchase a permit for up to 8 hours. Permits purchased from these machines are valid only in the lot where purchased and/or in lots designated for student parking. These areas are enforced at all times. You may purchase an overnight guest permit at the pay permit machine for $15 overnight or $25 for all weekend.

Parking Violations/Appeals

If an individual feels that a citation is in error, forms requesting administrative adjudication are available at Parking Services, or at aztecs.t2hosted.com online. The university reserves the right to withhold all university services from students who have unpaid parking fines.

Red and Black Shuttle

The Red and Black Shuttle is a free service to help you get from one side of campus to another. It operates Monday through Thursday, from 5 pm to 10 pm. Two vans run continu-

ously, each one completing a loop about every 15-20 minutes. An accessible van is available for those requiring one. The shuttle is free for all students and stops at the following locations: • East Campus Drive at Tenochca Residence Hall, near Parking 3 and 4 • Viejas Arena at 55th Street • Chapultepec Residence Hall • Across from Parking 12 at the steps leading up to West Commons • Alvarado Medical Center • Parking 17 • Parking 17C • East Campus Drive between Parking 2 and 2B • Parking 10A • Parking 15 • University Towers • Parking 11

Bikes and Skateboards

Bicycle and skateboard riding is prohibited on campus, except in the designated bike lane along the west side of Campanile Walkway, Aztec Walk, and campus roadways. All other areas are prohibited and tickets will be issued by University Police to those violating this regulation. Bike riders may use regular roadways or walk bikes to bike racks. Park in bike racks only. If you park in a path, a doorway, or against a standing barrier other than a rack, your bike may injure the blind, disabled, or others and may result in your bike being impounded, and you will be charged an impounding fee. Always lock your bike when you leave it. Bike locks are available at the SDSU Bookstore.

You are encouraged to have your bike licensed by the University Police Front Desk, located in the Department of Public Safety Building. You will receive a free U-lock when you register, while supplies last.

Information for Campus Network Use SDSU Computing Network Access

SDSU provides wired and wireless network connections to faculty, staff, students and select guests. SDSU recognizes a policy of acceptable and appropriate use for your SDSU network connection. By connecting to or using an SDSU network connection, you agree to abide by these policies. Furthermore, you agree to accept responsibility for any misuse by other individuals who use your computer or network connection. In addition, you must abide by all other campus and California State University policies as well as current state and federal law.

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Network Limitations

All residential housing and wireless networks on campus are protected by firewalls to ensure fair use of the network resources and that potential security intrusions from the Internet are limited. All network use is logged.

Residential network and wireless connections provide outbound connections to the Internet and campus. Inbound connections from the Internet to your computer are not permitted by the firewall. Running servers on your computer accessible from the Internet is not allowed.

Due to these limitations, some applications may not be available through the firewall or may be administratively blocked. A current list of limited applications can be found at security.sdsu.edu/policy/limited-apps.html

User Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of each registered network user to use SDSU computer and network resources appropriately by showing common sense, common courtesy, and a respect for the rights or property and privacy of the university and other users. Access is a privilege that can be revoked due to misuse.

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

The DMCA is a copyright law that was enacted by the United States Congress and signed by the President in 1998. This law requires SDSU to promptly block access to infringing material if the university receives a notification claiming infringement from a copyright holder or the copyright holder's agent. Over 99% of DMCA notices received by the university are for illegal music and movie sharing. If SDSU receives a DMCA notice claiming infringement of copyright, the offending computer will be blocked from SDSU's networks. Violations of the Acceptable Use Policy will be adjudicated by Judicial Procedures Office, Business Affairs, Academic Affairs, SDSU Human Resources, or law enforcement officials as appropriate. The SDSU Technology Security Officer may temporarily suspend network privileges of any SDSU user while suspected violations are being investigated or adjudicated.

User responsibilities include the following:

• The university’s networks are shared resources. Excessive use of network resources, which inhibits or interferes with the use of these networks by others, is not permitted. • Users may not run any programs that interfere with SDSU computing or network services. In particular, DHCP and proxy servers are expressly forbidden. • Users must follow proper SDSU network registration procedures. Users may not use or spoof any network address not specifically assigned to them by the university. • Any use, receipt, or transfer of software or data must observe copyright laws, license restrictions and university policies. • SDSU may not be used to provide Internet access to anyone not formally affiliated with the university. Connections to your computer from outside the univer-

sity, either directly or via proxy, are not allowed. • SDSU may not be used for commercial or profit-making enterprise. Use of these resources for commercial gain is in opposition to the non-profit status of the university. • SDSU services, equipment, wiring or jacks may not be altered nor extended beyond the location of their intended use. • Users may not use SDSU to attempt to circumvent protection schemes or exercise security loopholes in any computer or network component. • Viewing, copying, altering or destroying any file, or connecting to a host on a network without explicit permission of the owner is a violation of this policy. Unauthorized network sniffers are forbidden and violate federal wiretap laws. • Users may not share university system passwords, use another person’s account, even with permission, or allow use of an established connection by someone other than the registered user. • Users may not forge or otherwise misrepresent another’s identity through any form of communication. • University network resources may not be used to defame, harass, intimidate or threaten any other person(s). University harassment policies cover all uses of the SDSU network, including email correspondence and newsgroups.

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Attractions and Services in San Diego and at SDSU

Welcome to Campus

Airlines

Health Services

Delta ...........................................................................1-800-221-1212

After Hours Nurse Advice.............................................(619) 595-4325

American ....................................................................1-800-433-7300 Frontier .......................................................................1-800-432-1359 Southwest...................................................................1-800-435-9792

United .........................................................................1-800-864-8331

US Airways ..................................................................1-800-428-4322

Student Life

Area Attractions/Parks

Balboa Park ..................................................................(619) 239-0512 San Diego Zoo ..............................................................(619) 231-1515 San Diego Zoo Safari Park ............................................(619) 231-1515

Sea World ...................................................................1-800-257-4268 Seaport Village.............................................................(619) 235-4014

Programs and Services for Students

Bookstores

Barnes & Noble............................................................(619) 220-0175 SDSU Bookstore ...........................................................(619) 594-7525

Bus/Trolley Services

Love Library..................................................................(619) 594-6724

Movie Theaters

AMC ............................................................................1-888-262-4386 United Artists Horton Plaza .........................................(619) 232-3340 Reading Cinema Gaslamp 15 .......................................(619) 232-0401 Reading Cinema Grossmont Center..........1-800-326-3264 (ext. 2710)

Shopping Centers

Fashion Valley ..............................................................(619) 688-9113

Grossmont Center........................................................(619) 465-2900 Horton Plaza ................................................................(619) 239-8180 Mission Valley ..............................................................(619) 296-6375

UTC-La Jolla..................................................................(858) 546-8858

Shops, Other

Coffee Shops

IKEA..............................................................................(619) 563-4532

Starbucks College Square.............................................(619) 594-9914 Starbucks Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union............(619) 594-3551

Starbucks West Commons ...........................................(619) 594-7139

Day Care Centers

SDSU Children’s Center ................................................(619) 594-7941

Department Of Motor Vehicles

Appointments .............................................................1-800-777-0133

www.dmv.ca.gov

Transfer Academics

Library

Bus & Trolley ................................................................(619) 233-3004

www.sdcommute.com

Freshman Academics

Student Health Services...............................................(619) 594-4325

Health Clubs

Aztec Recreation Center ...................................(619) 594-PLAY (7529)

Bed, Bath & Beyond, Mission Valley ............................(619) 295-9888

Target, Mission Valley ..................................................(619) 542-0025 Wal-Mart

Off Aero Drive on I-15 ..............................................(858) 571-6094

Costco

Mission Valley ..........................................................(619) 358-4000

La Mesa....................................................................(619) 667-8504

Taxi Services/Shuttles

American Cab...............................................................(619) 234-1111 Cloud 9 SuperShuttle ..................................................1-800-974-8885

Orange Cab ..................................................................(619) 223-5555 San Diego Cab ..............................................................(619) 226-8294

Yellow Cab....................................................................(619) 234-6161

ARC Express .................................................................(619) 594-3488

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