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UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010
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Page 1: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

UMUC Meet and Greet:Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related

Fields

Academic Center at Largo

July 15, 2010

Page 2: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

Welcome!All students pursuing their Bachelor’s Degree

in:

EnglishHistory

Computer SciencePsychology

CommunicationsBehavioral Science

All students pursuing the Masters of Arts in:

Teaching

Page 3: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In English?

Field Career Areas Employers

Advertising

Creative Services, Account Management, Media, Account Planning,

Production

Advertising Agencies, In-House Agencies of Large

Companies

BusinessManagement, Sales, Marketing, Human

Resources, Insurance Claims and Underwriting

Banks, Insurance Firms, Large and Small

Corporations

EducationTeaching, Administration, Student

Affairs, Academic Advising, Information Science, Tutoring

Public & Private Schools, Colleges, Language Institutes, Libraries

Law Law, Government, Private SectorLaw Firms, Corporate Legal Departments,

Government Agencies

Public Relations

Account Coordination, Writing/Editing, Media Relations, Account Management

Public Relations Firms, Advertising Agencies,

Universities

Page 4: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In History?

Field Career Areas Employers

Curatorial and

Archival Manageme

nt

Archival Management, Curatorial Management, Museum or Gallery

Maintenance, Artifact Conservation

Museums, Art Galleries, Historical Societies, Libraries, Research

Institutes

EducationTeaching: Elementary, Middle, or

Secondary, Higher Education, Community Education

Public & Private Schools, Colleges, Museums,

Zoological Parks, National/State Parks

Government

Political Science, Consultancy, Archival Management, Library Administration

Federal Agencies Including: The

Smithsonian Institute, National Archives and

Records, Library of Congress, Intelligence

Services

Law Law, Business, NonprofitLaw Firms, Corporate Legal Departments,

Public Advocacy Groups

PoliticsPolitics, Federal Government, Local and

State Government

Elected/Appointed Officials, Political Campaigns, Public

Interest/Advocacy Groups

Page 5: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In Computer Science?

Field Career Areas Employers

ConsultingSystem Installation, System Implementation, Training

Consulting Firms, Self-Employed

Education Teaching, Instructional TechnologyPublic and Private

Schools: K – 12, Colleges and Universities

InternetProgramming, Software Design,

Systems Analysis, Hardware Production, Web Page Design

Network Access Points, Online Service Providers,

Computer/Equipment Vendors

Programming

Systems, Scientific Applications, Business Applications: Intelligence,

Warehousing, Maintenance

Computer Vendors, Banks, Universities,

Government Agencies, Management Firms

Systems Developme

nt

Analysis, Design, Support, Quality Assurance, Database, Client-Server

Systems

Banks, Insurance Companies, Consulting

Firms, Computer Companies, Research

Institutions

Page 6: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In Psychology?

Field Career Areas Employers

Business and

Industry

Sales, Customer Service, Management, Insurance: Claims Management and Underwriting, Real Estate Sales and

Public Relations

Wholesalers, Financial Institutions, Insurance Companies, Real Estate

Companies

EducationTeaching, Student Affairs,

Administration, Training, Adult Learning

Public & Private K – 12 Schools, Colleges,

Government and Social Services Agencies

Human Resources

Employment and Recruitment, Labor Relations, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Development, Training

Large Companies, Government Agencies,

Staffing and Employment Agencies, Non Profit

Organizations

Human Services

Counseling, Psychotherapy, Case Management, Mental Health Services,

Crisis Work, Art Therapy, Music Therapy

Federal Government, Senior Citizens’ Centers,

United Way Agencies, Social Service

ResearchSocial Research, Market Research, Data

Analysis

Government Agencies, Colleges, Market Research

Firms, Consulting Firms

Page 7: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In Communications?

Field Career Areas Employers

BusinessSales, Customer Service, Management,

Training and Development, Writing/Editing, Office Management

Manufacturers, Financial Companies, Hospitals,

Print & Electronic Media

EducationTeaching, Research, Student Support

Services: Admissions, Advising, Student Affairs, Recruitment, Alumni Affairs

Colleges and Universities, Guest Speaker

Opportunities, Educational Facilities

Government

Campaigning, Programming, Legislative Assistance, Research, Lobbying, Conflict

Negotiation

Government Agencies, Political Parties, Political

Action Committees

LawLaw Assistance, Contractual, Nonprofit or Public Interest, Mediation, Lobbying

Law Firms, Government Agencies, Corporations,

Colleges and Universities

Public Relations

Advertising, Marketing, Corporate Public Affairs, Creative Directing, Audience

Analysis, Public Opinion Research

Public Service Organizations, Public

Relations Firms, Sport and Entertainment Organizations

Page 8: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

What Can I Do With a Degree In Behavioral Science?

Field Career Areas Employers

BusinessSales, Customer Service, Management,

Training and Development, Writing/Editing, Office Management

Manufacturers, Financial Companies, Hospitals,

Print & Electronic Media

EducationTeaching, Research, Student Support

Services: Admissions, Advising, Student Affairs, Recruitment, Alumni Affairs

Colleges and Universities, Guest Speaker

Opportunities, Educational Facilities

Government

Campaigning, Programming, Legislative Assistance, Research, Lobbying, Conflict

Negotiation

Government Agencies, Political Parties, Political

Action Committees

LawLaw Assistance, Contractual, Nonprofit or Public Interest, Mediation, Lobbying

Law Firms, Government Agencies, Corporations,

Colleges and Universities

Public Relations

Advertising, Marketing, Corporate Public Affairs, Creative Directing, Audience

Analysis, Public Opinion Research

Public Service Organizations, Public

Relations Firms, Sport and Entertainment Organizations

Page 9: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

About the M.A. in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) – Designed for students who wish to earn secondary

teacher certification– Focus is on producing teacher candidates who can:

• demonstrate research-based and practice validated strategies for teaching and learning

• teach subject matter to a diverse student body• analyze their practice for effectiveness in

promoting student learning and integrate technology to promote personal and student growth.

Page 10: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

About the M.A. in Teaching? (cont.)

• Program Requirements– The Master of Arts in Teaching requires

the successful completion of 36 credits, including 9 credits of professional internship.

• The program leads to eligibility for Maryland teaching certification in the secondary areas of:

Biology Chemistry Computer science Earth/Space science English

History Mathematics Physics Social studies

Page 11: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

Fall 2010 Undergraduate Start Dates

Page 12: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

Fall 2010 Graduate Start Dates

Page 13: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

Why UMUC? • A Wide Selection of Academic Programs:  

As a globally-focused university serving more than 90,000 students worldwide, UMUC offers an unparalleled breadth of programs, each tailored to meet the needs of the marketplace. Whatever your field of interest, you’re sure to find the program that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to advance your career.

• Convenience: Choose to enroll in an online program and you can attend class when and where you want, without interrupting your job or personal life. No hassles with commuting or crowded classrooms. Simply log in to your online classroom to start learning.

• Flexibility: Prefer a classroom experience? Many of UMUC’s courses are also taught in convenient locations throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. 

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Why UMUC? • State-of-the-Art Education:

UMUC’s programs are designed to provide you with in-demand skills and expertise. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest information, concepts, and practices in a variety of fields.  So you’ll be armed with the education and skills you need to advance.

• Expert Instructors: UMUC courses are taught by faculty who are experts in their

fields. Aside from impressive academic and professional credentials, our faculty members hold high-level positions within the fields they teach.  Their first-hand knowledge and experience can be immediately applied to your career success.

• Financial Options: An array of financial programs are available, including grants, loans, and scholarships. UMUC’s highly trained and helpful financial aid specialists can help you find the option that's right for you.

Page 15: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

Where? Largely asynchronous study online via WebTycho

In UMUC’s proprietary password-protected online classrooms

Same instruction as if “onsite”: Seminar curriculum, faculty, lectures, assignments, activities, expectations and standards

Weekly schedule with established times and standards for submissions

Writing is critical, participation essential

Full library resources & support

Interact frequently with faculty & peers at times that work with your schedule

Combined delivery (hybrid) option: a combination of online and face to face courses

Page 16: UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010.

How do I Get Started?• Apply!• Send us your official transcripts• Decide on a payment option• Register for classes• Order books• Log in to your classroom through WebTycho• Begin your fast track to career success!