Graduate Studies Catalog 2016-2017

Table of Contents LIM College Center for Graduate Studies ........................................................................................ 4 LIM College Mission Statement ....................................................................................................... 5 Core Values ....................................................................................................................................... 5 Goals ................................................................................................................................................. 5 Accreditation ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Academic and Professional Standards .............................................................................................. 9 Good Standing Requirement ............................................................................................................. 9 Credits and Hours ............................................................................................................................. 9 Academic Probation and Dismissal ................................................................................................ 10 Grade Point Average (GPA) ........................................................................................................... 10 Failures and Repeat Policy .............................................................................................................. 10 Add/Drop Classes and Withdrawals ............................................................................................... 11 Academic Integrity Policy .............................................................................................................. 11 Academic Integrity Policy Violation Procedures ........................................................................... 13 Withdrawing from the Institution ................................................................................................... 14 Incompletes ..................................................................................................................................... 15 Matriculation Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 15 Campus Conduct ............................................................................................................................. 15 Reasons for Dismissal ..................................................................................................................... 16 Grievance Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 16 Grade Appeals ................................................................................................................................. 16 Religious Holiday Observances ...................................................................................................... 17 Attendance Policy ........................................................................................................................... 18 Unofficial Withdrawals ................................................................................................................... 18 Long Term Absence/Leave of Absence .......................................................................................... 18 Missed Exams ................................................................................................................................. 19 Readmission .................................................................................................................................... 19 Veterans Readmission ..................................................................................................................... 19 Policy on Online Student Verification ............................................................................................ 20 Release of Grades ........................................................................................................................... 21 Graduation Application ................................................................................................................... 21 Commencement Awards ................................................................................................................. 21 Commencement Ceremony Eligibility ........................................................................................... 21 Change of Name/Address ............................................................................................................... 22 Diplomas ......................................................................................................................................... 22 Transcripts....................................................................................................................................... 22 Graduation Audit Fee ...................................................................................................................... 22 Immunization .................................................................................................................................. 22 Student Health Insurance ................................................................................................................ 22 Tuition Liability .............................................................................................................................. 23 Tuition Liability for Withdrawal .................................................................................................... 23 Scholarships .................................................................................................................................... 23 Transfer Students Applying to LIM College Graduate Programs .................................................. 23 How to Afford LIM College Graduate Programs ........................................................................... 24 Tuition and Fees .............................................................................................................................. 24

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Enrollment Deposit ......................................................................................................................... 24 Federal Student Loans..................................................................................................................... 24 Installment Payment Plan from Nelnet Business Solutions ............................................................ 24 Meeting LIM College’s Costs ......................................................................................................... 25 2016-2017: Estimated MPS Cost of Attendance (COA) Budget – Completion in Three Semesters ........................................................................................................................................ 25 Additional Tuition and Fee Information ......................................................................................... 26 Right-to-Know ................................................................................................................................ 27 Federal Student Disclosure Requirements—Student Consumer Information ................................ 27 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Information (FERPA) ............................................... 27 Statement of Intellectual Property Rights of Students .................................................................... 28 Annual Security & Fire Safety Report ............................................................................................ 28 Graduate Student Enrollment Grid ................................................................................................. 29 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ............................................................................. 29 Administration and Staff ................................................................................................................. 30 Faculty............................................................................................................................................. 42 Board of Directors........................................................................................................................... 44 Online Programs ............................................................................................................................. 45 Online Programs Overview............................................................................................................. 45 New Student Orientation................................................................................................................. 45 Attendance ...................................................................................................................................... 45 Student Success Coach ................................................................................................................... 46 Grading ........................................................................................................................................... 46 Communication ............................................................................................................................... 46 MPS Programs ................................................................................................................................ 47 Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management .............................................................................. 47 Fashion Marketing .......................................................................................................................... 47 Visual Merchandising ..................................................................................................................... 48 Global Fashion Supply Chain Management ................................................................................... 48 MPS Application Procedures .......................................................................................................... 50 MPS Course Descriptions ............................................................................................................... 51 Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management Curriculum ........................................................... 51 Fashion Marketing Curriculum ..................................................................................................... 56 Visual Merchandising Curriculum ................................................................................................ 61 Global Fashion Supply Chain Management Curriculum .............................................................. 65 2016-2017 Graduate Academic Calendar ....................................................................................... 69 2016-2017 Online Graduate Academic Calendar ........................................................................... 74

Contact the LIM College Center for Graduate Studies Address: 216 East 45th St. – 8th Floor / New York, NY 10017 Phone: 212-752-1530 Ext. 412 Email: MPSfollowup@limcollege.edu Website: www.limcollege.edu/graduate

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The information in this catalog is correct as of the date of publication. LIM College reserves the right to make any changes in the operation of the College and/or Graduate Studies programs contents, tuition or fees without prior notice. Please refer to our website http://www.limcollege.edu/academics/academic-resources for updated information.

LIM College Center for Graduate Studies LIM College endeavors to provide high quality Graduate Studies programs that will enhance the graduate student’s ability to add value to the fashion industry, as well as society as a whole. More specifically, the programs’ learning goals are:

• To develop critical-thinking skills to address business challenges and opportunities.

• To apply the role of values and ethics in organizational challenges and opportunities.

• To provide a deeper understanding of the fashion industry by enabling development of practical solutions and outcomes that will directly affect career advancement.

• To apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems within fashion management, merchandising, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

• To develop skills that enable graduates to be competitive in the industry and excel in the workplace.

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LIM College Mission Statement LIM College educates students for success in the global business of fashion and its many related industries. As a pioneer in experiential education, LIM College fosters a unique connection between real-world experience and academic study in business principles. Developing students’ creative and critical thinking, as well as leadership skills, an LIM College education empowers students to become accomplished professionals in a highly competitive, dynamic business environment as well as responsible citizens of a global society. In support of this mission, LIM College lives by these core values and is committed to the following goals.

Core Values • Academic Excellence: challenge all to realize their full intellectual and professional

potential

• Collegiality: embrace trust, diversity and respect

• Ethical Behavior: act with honesty, integrity and accountability

• Student Focus: place students at the center of everything that we do

Goals A Dynamic and Responsive Curriculum LIM College’s dedicated faculty share their professional knowledge and experience, challenging students to achieve academic excellence through dynamic and relevant programs that foster critical thinking and problem solving. An Education through Experience Located in New York City, LIM College partners with fashion and related businesses to provide a wide range of internships, professional development opportunities, and instruction in the latest industry processes and technologies. This national and international network deepens students’ analytic and communication skills and empowers students and alumni to pursue meaningful careers in a wide range of fashion-related businesses. A Student-Centered Environment LIM College recognizes and celebrates the uniqueness of each student, fostering a community of interaction and participation in a highly personal learning environment that inspires intellectual curiosity and creativity. A Global Perspective LIM College exposes students to a wide range of international resources and cultural experiences, focusing on the impact of globalization in students’ professional and personal endeavors. Students learn to value, appreciate and celebrate diversity in culture and business.

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LIM College Graduate Studies programs deliver:

• Degree programs that center around industry needs • Competencies to deal with global complexity, change, emerging technologies and social

and cultural diversity • Stimulation and a supportive environment that cultivates personal and academic growth • Development of analytical, technological and communication skills, along with ethical

awareness, designed to support the accomplishment of goals and foster intellectual curiosity

• Entrepreneurial experiences that broaden students’ exposure to innovative new market opportunities

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Accreditation

Middle States Commission on Higher Education 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267) 284-5000 The Middle States Commission, recognized by the United States Secretary of Education as an accreditor of degree-granting colleges and universities, accredits degree-granting colleges and universities in the Middle States region, which includes Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and several locations internationally. The Middle States Commission is a voluntary, non-governmental, membership association that is dedicated to quality assurance and improvement through accreditation via peer evaluation. Middle States accreditation instills public confidence in institutional mission, goals, performance, and resources through its rigorous accreditation standards and their enforcement. First Accredited Year: 1977 Latest Self Study: 2007 accreditation reaffirmed with a commendation to the institution for the quality of its self-study process and report Last Re-affirmed: 2012 through the Periodic Review Report, with a commendation for the quality of the report Next Self Study: 2017 New York State Board of Regents LIM College has been authorized by the New York State Board of Regents to confer the degree of Master of Business Administration and to confer the degree of Master of Professional Studies on graduates of the one-year programs in Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management, Fashion Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Global Fashion Supply Chain Management. LIM College is approved for the training of veterans by the New York State Division of Veterans Affairs. LIM College is authorized by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service to enroll international students in academic and exchange programs. LIM College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College does not discriminate in its employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

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About LIM College History

More than three quarters of a century ago, Maxwell F. Marcuse, an authority and pioneer in the fields of education and fashion, was asked by leading retailers to create an educational institution for the business of fashion and merchandising. In 1939 Mr. Marcuse founded the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (LIM) which would eventually become LIM College in 2009.

Mr. Marcuse brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to establishing LIM College. In addition to holding several advertising positions with prominent retailers such as R.H. Macy’s, Mr. Marcuse lectured on retail advertising, sales promotion, and fashion merchandising. He was also the author of several books on retailing. Mr. Marcuse’s background was instrumental in incorporating hands-on training and practical work experience as the foundation of LIM College’s mission.

Maxwell F. Marcuse’s son, Adrian G. Marcuse, joined LIM College in 1962 and assumed the presidency 10 years later. In his 40 years at the College, he kept alive the vision created by his father and successfully took it from an institution that granted certificates for a one-year program to a Middle States-accredited, four-year college that granted baccalaureate degrees.

LIM College’s current President, Elizabeth S. Marcuse, is the third generation of the founding family to hold this position. With a unique combination of more than 25 years of retail and manufacturing industry experience and hands-on administrative expertise, President Marcuse has led LIM College’s ascension to a graduate-level institution while presiding over a cycle of unprecedented strategic growth.

Today, the College is moving forward into an exciting time of increased global awareness with a renewed commitment to excellence as it remains true to its original mission to educate and prepare students for successful careers in the fashion and related industries.

Undergraduate academic programs include bachelors and associate degrees in Fashion Merchandising, and bachelor’s degrees in Marketing, Management, Visual Merchandising, and International Business. At the graduate level, the College offers a Master of Business Administration degree, as well as four Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree programs: Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management, Fashion Marketing, Global Fashion Supply Chain Management, and Visual Merchandising. The MPS programs in Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management and Fashion Marketing are also available online. In addition, LIM offers summer and Saturday programs for high school students.

The LIM College Campus LIM College is situated on East 45th and East 53rd Streets, and on Fifth Avenue - just steps from some of the world’s most famous companies and retail stores. Facilities include a comprehensive 5,000-square-foot library; state-of-the-art Mac and PC computer labs, learning centers and studios, a bookstore, and a cafe. Student housing is located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, at the 1760 Third Avenue Residence Hall.

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Academic and Professional Standards Graduate students are solely responsible for managing their program of study. This includes registering for classes and ensuring completion of all graduation requirements and paperwork in a timely fashion. LIM College students are expected to set and meet high standards in their academic work, ethics and professional behavior. Students are evaluated on their academic performance and participation in class. Attendance, punctuality, and dependability are fundamental to success in graduate study and business, and students are evaluated accordingly. All students are subject to the LIM College Code of Conduct, which can be found on the College’s website and is available upon request in the Center for Graduate Studies. To obtain a copy, please visit the following link: http://limcollege.catalog.acalog.com/content.php?catoid=62&navoid=5350

Good Standing Requirement Good standing requires satisfactory progress toward a degree. In order to maintain full-time status, students in Master of Professional Studies (MPS) programs must register for nine credits per semester. During the last semester of the program, MPS students will typically be enrolled in six credits, as this semester is usually dedicated to an internship and Capstone project. Full-time students normally complete the MPS degree in three semesters. All students must complete their degree requirements within 24 months from the initial date of enrollment. Students who have been dismissed may apply for re-admission. Approval for re-admission is at the discretion of LIM College. Students not in good academic standing will lose federal and institutional (LIM College) financial assistance until good standing is regained, unless, based upon a written appeal, a student is approved for a probationary period of eligibility with a specified academic plan approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies. The Dean of Graduate Studies will consult with the Office of Student Financial Services in the review of such appeals and the granting of a probationary period of financial aid eligibility.

Credits and Hours LIM College adheres to the U.S. Department of Education’s definition of the credit hour as “An amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester or trimester hour of credit . . ., or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time.” One credit hour for cooperative work experience is the equivalent of 45-65 hours working at the internship site and 15-20 hours of related classroom, online, or independent work over the course of a semester or term.

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Hybrid and online courses have learning goals and rigor equivalent to those taught in the classroom. Contact hours are satisfied by using various course activities such as threaded discussions, journals, online seminars, interactive tutorials and online meetings. The syllabi for these courses are carefully reviewed by faculty and department chairs to ensure equivalency to face-to-face courses. Learning outcomes must be appropriate to college-level work in the case of associate and bachelor’s degree programs and the equivalent of post-graduate work in the case of master’s degree programs and must be achievable in the prescribed timeframe.

Academic Probation and Dismissal For MPS students whose cumulative GPA is below a 3.00 the probationary period is one semester, during which time the student must return to good academic standing by raising their cumulative GPA to a 3.00 by the end of the probationary period. If students do not raise their overall GPA to at least a 3.00 by the end of the probationary period, they will be subject to dismissal. At the end of each semester the records of all students are reviewed. MPS students must return to good academic standing within one semester. In addition, certain student Code of Conduct violations may lead to dismissal regardless of academic standing.

Grade Point Average (GPA) Grades awarded and their point values are: A (4.00), A- (3.70), B+ (3.50), B (3.00), B- (2.70), C+ (2.50), and C (2.00). Grade point averages include all coursework for credits that appear on graduate transcripts, whether or not it actually fulfills program requirements. To complete any course requirement, a grade of C or better is required. In addition, to graduate from the program, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 must be maintained. If a student’s cumulative GPA drops below 3.00, the student will be put on academic probation. A student’s GPA dropping below 3.00 may also have financial aid implications for the student.

Failures and Repeat Policy If a student earns a grade of F in any required course, he/she must successfully repeat the course the next time it is offered at the College. A student can only repeat each failed course one time. Students who receive a total of three Fs will be dismissed from the College. In any course in which the student’s original grade is lower than a B, he/she may repeat the course once if pre-approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies. Pre-approval is at the discretion of the Dean and the expense is incurred by the student. To obtain the form to repeat a course, please contact the Registrar.

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If the student successfully repeats the course, the original grade will remain on the student’s transcript. However, only the repeated grade will be used in the calculation of the GPA. MPS students may only repeat one course throughout the duration of the program. Retaking courses a student has already passed for the purpose of raising the student’s cumulative GPA has financial aid availability implications. Students who wish to repeat any courses they have already passed are only eligible to use financial aid funds towards the first repeat attempt of a given class. While there is not a similar restriction on using financial aid funds to repeat failed courses, all other eligibility criteria outlined in this catalog and on the LIM College website apply to federal and institutional aid eligibility for any given semester.

Add/Drop Classes and Withdrawals LIM College students may withdraw from a course up until 4 p.m. of the last day of the posted withdrawal period. If a student partially or fully withdraws after the end of the Add/Drop Period, but within the first four weeks of classes, the student will receive a grade of “W” for each course from which he/she withdraws. In those cases, even though a “W” will remain on the student’s transcript, it will not be calculated into the semester or cumulative GPA. If withdrawal from a course occurs after the four-week period has ended, the student will automatically receive a grade of “F” for that course. Medical withdrawals must be authorized by the Office of Counseling & Wellness Services. Additionally, students will be considered part-time (i.e. MPS - registered for less than nine credits in a semester) if course withdrawals bring their total credits to below full-time status (i.e. MPS -registered for less than nine credits in a semester). Students will be eligible for financial aid if they are enrolled in six or more credits per semester. However, students should refer to the Tuition Liability for Withdrawal (Page 23) for any financial consequences related to dropping a class, and students who are receiving financial aid funds are strongly recommended to consult with the Office of Student Financial Services prior to any course withdrawal to determine if financial aid eligibility will be affected.

Academic Integrity Policy LIM College does not tolerate any act of academic dishonesty, intentional or unintentional. A student who is involved in an academic dishonesty incident is subject to a range of sanctions including but not limited to a failing grade for the assignment or exam, a failing grade for the course, suspension, and expulsion. Any infractions of the academic integrity policy will also result in lost eligibility for any graduation honors or awards.

Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Plagiarism: Plagiarism refers to representing the words or ideas of another as one’s own in any academic exercise without providing proper documentation of source. Examples include, but are not limited to:

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• Copying information from a source without using quotation marks and giving proper citation • Paraphrasing information from a source without giving proper citation • Representing another’s intellectual work as one’s own, including but not limited to: audio-visual and computer-based materials, slide presentations, computer files, artistic compositions, graphic design, photographs, paintings and/or drawings It is the responsibility of the student to learn the correct APA method of documenting sources, which allows the incorporation of the works of others into papers, reports and assignments. This information is available from the Adrian G. Marcuse Library and the Writing Center.

Facilitation: Facilitation refers to assisting any person in the commission of an academic integrity violation. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Allowing another student to copy one’s answers during an examination • Giving another student one’s assignment or paper • Taking an examination or writing a paper for another student • Signing an attendance sheet for a student who was not present in class • Providing to another person an examination or portions of an examination prior to or

subsequent to the administration of the exam

Cheating: Cheating refers to intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Copying from another student’s examination, homework assignment, computer program, report, or project

• Gaining or attempting to gain unauthorized access to examination materials • Looking at another student’s exam before or during an examination • Possessing and/or using an electronic device that contains unauthorized information • Talking, whispering, or using a cell phone during an examination • Submitting, without prior permission, any work submitted to fulfill another academic

requirement at LIM College or any other institution • Allowing another person to do one’s work and submitting it as one’s own • Having or providing unauthorized outside help when completing online tests or

assignments

Unauthorized Collaboration: Unauthorized collaboration is working with another student(s) without the instructor’s permission in the preparation of homework assignments, take-home exams, term papers, research projects, reports, or projects, or otherwise failing to abide by the instructor’s rules governing the academic exercise.

Fabrication and Misrepresentation: Fabrication refers to the falsification, misrepresentation, or invention of any information, data, or citation in any academic exercise. Misrepresentation refers to misrepresenting or tampering with, or attempting to tamper with, any portion of one’s transcripts or academic record, either before or after coming to LIM College. Examples include, but are not limited to:

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• Forging a change of grade form • Tampering with computer records • Falsifying or omitting academic information on an application or resume

Online Plagiarism: At LIM College, significant effort is made to maintain the integrity of online work, including, but not limited to, exams, projects, and papers. Your online work must be your own and the following rules must be followed.

• Use of textbooks or class notes is not allowed unless the professor explicitly identifies the exam as open book or open notes.

• In certain instances a professor may allow students to use websites, books, or publications to complete or support all or part of an exam. In these instances, students must properly cite their sources in their answers.

• Unless allowed by the professor and clearly stated in the exam or project instructions, collaborating with other students on an online exam or project is strictly forbidden.

• Using a surrogate to complete online work such as papers and exams is strictly forbidden.

Academic Integrity Policy Violation Procedures It is the instructor’s prerogative to evaluate student work and assign grades in accordance with his or her academic and professional judgment, as well as the Academic Integrity Policy. An instructor who determines a student has committed academic dishonesty in the instructor’s course will notify the student as to the nature of the violation and resulting sanctions. This notice must be made in writing. All cases of academic dishonesty, including sanctions, will be reported to the department chair, the Associate Director of Graduate Studies and the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Students found in violation of the Academic Integrity Policy are subject to sanctions that can include, but are not limited to: a failing grade on an assignment or exam; a failing grade in the course; loss of academic privileges such as study abroad or internship opportunities; and suspension or expulsion from LIM College. In cases in which suspension or expulsion from LIM College is the recommended sanction, the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies will refer the matter to the Academic Integrity Review Committee, which consists of three faculty members. The student and the instructor will be given the opportunity to present all relevant information to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies, who will provide that information to the committee. The committee’s proceedings are confidential. All decisions rendered by the Academic Integrity Review Committee will be made in writing to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies, who will inform the student in writing as to the committee’s decision. The Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or Associate Director of Graduate Studies will also notify the instructor. Any relevant

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grade changes will be made by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies in conjunction with the LIM College Registrar. Students found in violation of the Academic Integrity Policy may file an appeal with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies. The appeal must be made in writing using LIM College email within 10 days of receiving notice of the violation and any related sanctions. Appeals can only be made on one or both of the following grounds:

1. The student can provide support to show they were denied the opportunity to present relevant information in support of their position.

2. The student can provide support to show that there is a flagrant discrepancy between

the violation and the sanctions. The appeal must include the ground(s) for the appeal and any supporting materials. The decision made by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Dean of Graduate Studies is final and there are no further options for appeal. In cases where the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs is the instructor who initially found the student in violation of the Academic Integrity Policy, the Dean of Academic Affairs will facilitate the above procedures. In cases where the Dean of Academic Affairs is the instructor who initially found the student in violation of the Academic Integrity Policy, the Provost & Executive Vice President will facilitate the above procedures. In cases where the Dean of Graduate Studies or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies is the instructor who assigned the grade in question, the Provost & Executive Vice President will facilitate the process outlined in Step 3 of the Grade Appeals process found on Page 16. The one exception to the above procedures is in cases where a student has committed an act of academic dishonesty outside of a specific course (e.g. submitted false information on an admissions application). Such cases will be brought to the attention of the Dean of Student Affairs, who will adjudicate the matter under the procedures outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, including the appeal procedures listed in the Student Code of Conduct. If a student is found in violation of the Academic Integrity Policy, previous violations of the Academic Integrity Policy and the Student Code of Conduct by that student will be considered in determining relevant sanctions.

Withdrawing from the Institution It may become necessary for a student to interrupt or cease studies after the semester has already begun. In such cases, if it is prior to the institution’s official withdrawal deadline, the student should officially withdraw. Withdrawal from all classes, whether student-initiated or administratively initiated, is considered a withdrawal from LIM College for that semester.

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Withdrawing from the institution can only be done by completing the appropriate form and submitting it to the Office of the Registrar. Emails, phone requests, or withdrawal attempts submitted to other offices or administrators are not acceptable. Withdrawal forms can be downloaded from the LIM College website or can be obtained from the Office of the Registrar, either in person, requested by emailing registrar@limcollege.edu, or by writing to LIM College, Office of the Registrar | 545 Fifth Avenue | New York, NY 10017. Please note that, once submitted, a withdrawal from the institution cannot be reversed. For detailed information regarding LIM College’s Medical Withdrawal Policy, please visit http://www.limcollege.edu/student-life/3624.aspx and/or contact the Office of Counseling & Wellness Services at (212) 752-1530 Ext. 315.

Incompletes A final grade of Incomplete will only be given in rare instances for very compelling reasons that cause a student to not complete a course. Students must request an Incomplete grade from the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies. Upon approval by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies, the instructor and the Registrar will be notified to issue an Incomplete grade for the course. Students are responsible for contacting their instructors in order to complete work to change an Incomplete to a course grade. A STUDENT HAS FOUR WEEKS FROM THE LAST DAY OF THE SEMESTER TO COMPLETE THE COURSE AND RECEIVE A GRADE. Incompletes become failures ("F") after the fourth week unless a student has made special arrangements with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies. An instructor, at his or her discretion, may impose a penalty for assignments submitted late. (Students should consult their course syllabi for policies and procedures regarding late assignments.)

Matriculation Maintenance Students who do not register for classes in a given semester and want to remain an active student without reapplying to the College must register for Matriculation Maintenance. While on Matriculation Maintenance, students are able to work with their advisors, maintain their LIM College email address and student ID, and have access to College facilities. Students on Matriculation Maintenance are not considered full-time students and should be aware that this status may affect their financial aid, health insurance, and student housing. This will also have an effect on international students’ status. Students can remain on Matriculation Maintenance for three consecutive semesters in the MPS program without having to reapply to the College. There is a $100 fee associated with registering for Matriculation Maintenance each semester.

Campus Conduct In accordance with federal law, LIM College maintains a drug-free campus. Sexual harassment and other forms of sexual discrimination are not tolerated. Details on these policies and penalties for violation, as well as programs for awareness and prevention, can be found in the Annual

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Security & Fire Safety Report, the LIM College Student Handbook, and the LIM College Student Code of Conduct. The LIM College Student Handbook, which contains the LIM College Student Code of Conduct, can be found on the LIM College website and is available upon request in the Center for Graduate Studies. Copies are also made available for all students during the beginning of the academic year.

Reasons for Dismissal At LIM College, we promote an atmosphere of mutual respect and support. The Student Code of Conduct has been established to maintain this environment. Abuse of College regulations, disruptive conduct in or outside of the classroom, violating academic and integrity policies and standards, and engaging in illegal activities on campus or at College-related events is considered a breach of the student’s responsibility and can result in a disciplinary hearing, with consequences up to and including dismissal from the College. Specific standards of conduct may be found in the LIM College Student Code of Conduct, which is available on the College’s website. All students are expected to review and be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct and abide by its provisions.

Grievance Procedure A grievance is a complaint a student has when he/she believes that the treatment he/she has received from the College is grossly unfair. This may be in either academic or nonacademic matters. Students who believe that such a problem or complaint exists, or who would like to appeal a decision concerning such a complaint, can find the current Student Appeals & Grievances Procedures on the LIM College website.

Grade Appeals It is the instructor’s prerogative to evaluate student work and assign grades in accordance with his or her academic and professional judgment. Grounds to appeal an assigned grade include, but are not limited to: (a) the application of nonacademic criteria in the grading process (b) evaluation of student work by criteria not directly reflective of performance relative to course requirements, and (c) a miscalculation of the grade according to information contained in the course syllabus or other posted or distributed course information. A student who wishes to appeal an assigned grade may avail themselves of the following process. Step 1: Student-Initiated Discussion with Instructor

When a student is not satisfied with an assigned grade, the student should first confer with the instructor regarding the accuracy of the grade received. The instructor will provide an explanation for the grade and reference grading procedures for the assignment and course. If the grade was assigned in error, the instructor will correct the grade.

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Step 2: Student-Initiated Discussion with the Associate Director of Graduate Studies

If the student is not satisfied with the instructor’s decision, the student may request a meeting with the Associate Director of Graduate Studies. This request must be made in writing via LIM College email within seven days of the meeting between the student and the instructor. The request for an appointment must include a statement asserting the basis for the appeal and a summary of efforts made thus far to resolve the grade in question.

For Experiential Education courses, appeals should be submitted to the Senior Director of Experiential Education & Career Management. For courses in which the Associate Director of Graduate Studies is the instructor, students should proceed directly to Step 3.

Step 3: Student-Initiated Submission of Grade Appeal Form

A student may not move to Step 3 without having completed Steps 1 and 2, except when the instructor and the Associate Director of Graduate Studies is the same person.

If, upon completion of Steps 1 and 2, the student is not satisfied with the outcome, the student should submit a Grade Appeal Form to the Associate Director of Graduate Studies by February 15 for Fall semester courses, July 15 for Spring semester courses, and September 15th for Summer semester courses. Supporting documentation and materials may be submitted with the Grade Appeal Form.

Within 30 days of receipt of the Grade Appeal Form, the Associate Director of Graduate Studies will review all material submitted by the student, the instructor’s grading criteria, the instructor’s evaluation of the student’s work, and any other pertinent material. The Associate Director of Graduate Studies will then issue a final decision either upholding or changing the grade in question. The Associate Director of Graduate Studies will inform the instructor and the student in writing as to the decision. If the grade in question is to be changed, the Associate Director of Graduate Studies will submit a Change of Grade Form to the LIM College Registrar. The decision made by the Associate Director of Graduate Studies is final and there are no further options for appeal.

In cases where the Associate Director of Graduate Studies is the instructor who assigned the grade in question, the Dean of Graduate Studies will facilitate the process outlined in Step 3. In cases where the Dean of Graduate Studies is the instructor who assigned the grade in question, the Provost & Executive Vice President will facilitate the process outlined in Step 3.

Religious Holiday Observances Although LIM College does not close for all religious holidays, the right of any member of the community to observe these holidays is respected. Faculty will allow students to make up the work missed because of such observance. If after reviewing the class syllabus, a student identifies days he/she will miss due to a religious holiday, he/she must inform his/her instructors at least two weeks in advance. The student must arrange with each faculty member a date/time to

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turn in any assignments that may be due on those days. If assignments and/or exams are scheduled on those days, alternate arrangements will be made.

Attendance Policy The attendance of graduate students in each individual class session is mandatory and students are expected to attend every session. The unique nature of graduate education, based on active learning, participation in class discussions, case studies, etc., make attendance of paramount importance. For that reason, students are allowed only two excused absences. Missing more than two classes will have a negative impact on the student’s grade as follows: For courses which meet on campus one time per week exclusively: An absence is defined as not showing up for the on-campus class. After the second absence a student’s final grade will be reduced by one letter grade.

For hybrid courses (one class on campus and one class online per week): An absence is defined as either not showing up for the on-campus class, or, for the online portion, not signing in and completing the week’s module. After the second absence a student’s final grade will be reduced by half a letter grade.

For online courses (no on-campus classes): An absence is defined as not signing in and completing the week’s module. After the second absence a student’s final grade will be reduced by half a letter grade.

Unofficial Withdrawals Students who receive ‘F’ grades in all courses in a given semester due to their failure to attend classes will be administratively withdrawn from the College by the Office of the Registrar. In this situation, the student’s last date of attendance in an academically related activity will be determined by the Registrar and will be used in calculating the amount of federal financial aid funds that may need to be returned under the federal return of Title IV funds calculation. Tuition liability will be based on the effective date of the Administrative Withdrawal.

Long Term Absence/Leave of Absence Students who must be absent for more than three classes in a row due to serious illness or family emergency must contact the Dean of Graduate Studies or the Associate Director of Graduate Studies, as well as their instructors. Recommendations regarding the student’s enrollment status (withdrawal, incompletes, excused absences) will be made on a case-by-case basis. In setting attendance policy it is recognized that final grades will be based on exams, projects, and evidence of the student’s performance, including attendance and class participation in so far as this has been specified on the course syllabus as a basis for the grade. Excessive absences could be a legitimate reason for demanding extra work or for a lowered grade, and even failure in a course. Please refer to the Medical Withdrawal Policy for more information.

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Missed Exams Opportunities to make up missed work are not available. Work schedule conflicts, including business trips, are never a valid reason for missing a scheduled exam, quiz or project due date. If tardiness or lack of attendance results in missed work, students will receive a zero for that assignment, test, quiz, or exam. Requests for make-up opportunities are granted under extenuating circumstances and must be approved by the instructor and the Center for Graduate Studies. Permission to take a make-up final exam may only be given by the Center for Graduate Studies. Such permission will only be given for cases of documented illness, death in the family, or emergency. If permission is granted, the exam will reflect appropriate learning objectives. Permission to take a make-up quiz or midterm exam may be given by the professor. In this case, permission will be subject to the same standard as is applied for final exams, as set out above. If a student misses a quiz, test or exam, they must notify their professor within 24 hours to request a make-up. The date/time and location of the make-up are at the discretion of the professor. It is the student’s responsibility to make themselves available for the make-up. There are no second make-ups, and failure to take a make-up will result in a zero grade for the quiz, test or exam.

Readmission This policy applies to LIM College students who have not been granted a master’s degree from the College, and who have been separated from the College for more than two semesters in an MPS program, and who are not on Matriculation Maintenance. This policy also applies to a student who did not officially receive a Leave of Absence or a Medical Withdrawal, or whose Leave of Absence or Medical Withdrawal has expired. To be re-admitted to the College, a student must have been in good academic standing at the time he/she left. If another college or university was attended during the leave, an official transcript must be presented to the Registrar prior to re-admittance. A student will be readmitted under the most recent degree requirements in effect at the time of their re-admittance. In order to be considered for re-admittance to the College, the student must submit a completed Application for Re-admittance. A student seeking re-admittance must also be financially cleared through the Office of Student Financial Services.

Veterans Readmission LIM College complies with Readmission Requirements for Service Members as outlined in the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) sections 487 and 484(C). The HEOA provides that an institution may not deny readmission to a service member of the uniformed services for reasons relating to that service. In addition, a student who is readmitted under this section must be readmitted with the same academic status as the student had when he or she last attended the institution. Academic status is defined by a student’s grade level and whether or not the student was in a degree/certificate or non-degree/certificate program at the time of separation.

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This policy applies to service in the uniformed services, whether voluntary or involuntary, on active duty in the Armed Forces, including service as a member of the National Guard or Reserve, for a period of more than 30 days under a call or order to active duty of more than 30 days. LIM College will readmit such a student as long as the following conditions are met:

• The student gives advance notice (written or verbal) of the call to active duty or, upon seeking readmission, submits a written verification that such service was performed, requiring their absence.

• The absence from school for active duty does not exceed five years. • The student submits a notification of intent to reenroll within three years after the

completion of service or within two years after recovery from an illness or injury incurred during the service.

• The separation from service was not dishonorable.

Students meeting the above requirements should consult the general LIM College readmission policy for details concerning current readmission procedures. Students not meeting the above requirement may reapply through LIM College readmission procedures.

Policy on Online Student Verification The United States Federal Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Public Law 110-315 requires LIM College to put processes in place to establish that any student who registers in an online course is the same student who participates in and completes the course and receives the academic credit. LIM College fulfills this requirement by restricting student access to online courses through the College portals, which require secure logins and passwords. Identity Verification The verification of a student’s identity begins at the time of initial course registration. When a student initially registers, a unique login and password are created that provide access to the secure College system - Citrix LIM Desktop and LIM College email. Students are also provided with a unique login and password for the LIM College Student Information System (SONIS) and Blackboard online course management system. This information is provided to the student prior to registration. Data transmission of login information is secured using standard encryption technology. Students are given information each semester by the IT Department regarding best practices related to setting up and maintaining the security of their passwords. Students taking exams online use Respondus Monitor in conjunction with Blackboard to record the exam session, the environment in which the exam is taken and to verify online identification. Student Responsibility The Academic Integrity policy in this catalog specifically prohibits all forms of cheating, plagiarism, and academic dishonesty. Specifically, the policy prohibits “having or providing unauthorized outside help when completing online tests and assignments.”

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Students are responsible for maintaining the security of usernames, passwords, and any other access credentials assigned to them. This information may not be shared or given to anyone other than the person to whom they were assigned. Users are responsible for any and all use of their account. LIM College recommends that all users change their password when necessary to maintain security. Users are held responsible for knowledge of the information contained within the most recent LIM College catalog. Failure to read and comply with College guidelines, requirements, and regulations will not exempt users from responsibility.

Release of Grades Faculty and staff may not release final grades to students. Final grades may only be released, either electronically or in printed form, by the Office of the Registrar. Current students may check both mid-semester and final grades online through their SONIS account.

Graduation Application It is the student’s responsibility to apply for graduation in a timely fashion. Students must apply for graduation no later than one month before a given graduation date. In cases when students will have completed their program by the end of Semester 3 and wish to attend a Commencement ceremony in the same year, their graduation applications will be due two months before the spring Commencement ceremony. Please check the LIM College website for specific dates. Graduation application forms can be obtained from the Registrar.

Commencement Awards The MPS Scholarship Award is given to a master’s degree graduate according to the following criteria:

• Academic achievement • Attendance • Classroom leadership (class contributions) • Teamwork (effective collaboration and rapport with other team members; taking

leadership roles on team tasks, etc.) • Exceptional Collegiality shown to instructors and fellow students • Going above and beyond (on projects, assignments, etc.)

Commencement Ceremony Eligibility To be eligible to attend and participate in the annual spring Commencement ceremony, an MPS student must have completed a minimum of 24 credits by the end of Semester 2 of that year and be registered for the remaining credits in Semester 3. Any student who completes their designated program after Semester 3 will be eligible to participate in the Commencement ceremony the following year.

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Change of Name/Address As soon as possible (i.e. within one week) following any change of name or address, a student must update their information in Sonis. This action will help to ensure timely receipt of grade reports, registration materials, Commencement information, tuition statements, etc. Students should be aware that late payment of tuition and fees will result in the assessment of a penalty. It is the student’s responsibility to update their address in order to ensure that their bill is sent to the correct location.

Diplomas Diplomas will be mailed directly from the Office of the Registrar to the graduate's diploma mailing address on file in that office. If the student does not provide a diploma mailing address, the diploma will be mailed to the graduate's permanent mailing address. Diplomas will be mailed approximately eight weeks after the posted graduation date, barring any discrepancies during the student audit.

Transcripts Official transcripts of record are sent from the Office of the Registrar at the student's request or may also be given to students in a sealed envelope. Official transcripts can be sent directly to a college, institution or company upon student request. Transcripts cannot be issued for any student whose financial obligations to the College have not been met.

Graduation Audit Fee All graduating students are required to pay a $250 Graduation Audit fee. This fee covers the cost of ensuring students have completed their graduation/degree requirements. The audit fee is due two weeks before graduation or two weeks before the end of a student’s final semester, given all requirements have been fulfilled.

Immunization New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires all students born on or after January 1, 1957 who register for six or more credits to prove immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella. A meningococcal vaccine is recommended, but not required, for college students. Students who are not in compliance can be restricted from attending classes. Please see the Office of Counseling & Wellness Services for more information and/or forms.

Student Health Insurance Enrollment in a health insurance plan is required for all graduate students registered on a part-time or full-time basis. To ensure compliance, each LIM College student is automatically

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enrolled in, and billed for, the Student Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan offered through the College. If a student has comparable health insurance coverage, he/she may waive enrollment in the College plan upon providing satisfactory proof of comparable coverage before the posted deadline dates. Not all plans provide comparable coverage (such as out-of-state Medicaid plans and certain HMOs and managed care plans). Students should check with their health insurance company before waiving coverage. Non-U.S.-based international coverage and short-term coverage are not considered comparable insurance coverage. All international students must enroll in the student health insurance plan.

Tuition Liability If a student withdraws from a course or the program within the first four weeks of a semester (measured from the date classes start), the student will be charged an adjusted tuition amount based on a percentage of the original tuition amount and tied to the week in which he/she withdrew from the course and/or program. The four-week tuition liability scale for full or partial withdrawal is listed below. There may be a time in which a student requests that a different date (typically an earlier date as a result of hospitalization, family emergency, etc.) is used for his/her final date of withdrawal. All requests of this nature must be submitted in writing to the Dean of Graduate Studies, with supporting documentation, before the end of the semester. The granting of a different date of withdrawal is solely at the discretion of LIM College and based on an assessment of the merits of any extreme or extenuating circumstances.

Tuition Liability for Withdrawal During the 2nd week of the semester 0% During the 3rd week of the semester 50% During the 4th week of the semester 75% After the 4th week of the semester 100%

Scholarships LIM College has financial assistance available for graduate students in the form of graduate tuition scholarships, and graduate stipend scholarships. Applications for scholarships must be made directly to the academic program, department or the College. Scholarships are intended for enrolled students to a graduate degree program.

Transfer Students Applying to LIM College Graduate Programs Each transfer student’s record will be evaluated and interpreted individually for course equivalencies. Only transfers from accredited graduate institutions will be taken into consideration. Students can apply to transfer a maximum of six credits, earned within five years prior to the date of application.

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How to Afford LIM College Graduate Programs

Tuition and Fees For the 2016-2017 academic year, the tuition rate is $900 per credit hour. LIM College requires that each applicant submit a non-refundable $40 application fee. The application fee can be paid online as a one-time payment using LIM’s e-cashier site from Nelnet Business Solutions. There is a $2 convenience fee for an immediate full payment through the Nelnet Business Solutions payment portal. For more information and to pay the application fee, please visit www.limcollege.edu/gradpay. The application fee can also be paid with a check or money order made payable to LIM College. Graduate Comprehensive Fee The Graduate Comprehensive Fee is a new mandatory fee (approved by the LIM College Board of Directors - starting fall 2016) that is associated with technology resources and student activities programming for graduate students (not including Commencement). The fee is $150 per semester for full-time study (9 or more credits) and $75 per semester for part-time study (less than 9 credits).

Enrollment Deposit Upon acceptance, each student is required to submit a $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit to be considered an enrolled student at LIM College. The enrollment deposit must be submitted with the Graduate Tuition Agreement. All enrolled students are responsible for their tuition. Please also see “Tuition Liability” on the previous page.

Federal Student Loans Federal Direct Stafford Loans and Direct Graduate PLUS Loans are available to eligible U.S. citizens and resident non-citizens in degree programs approved by the U.S. Department of Education. To determine eligibility, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form at www.fafsa.ed.gov must be submitted by the priority deadline of June 1. The LIM College federal school code is 007466. Please note that eligibility for Graduate PLUS loans is also based on successful credit approval.

Installment Payment Plan from Nelnet Business Solutions To help meet educational expenses, LIM College offers an installment payment plan through Nelnet Business Solutions. Payments can be made using an Automatic Bank Payment (ACH) from a checking or savings account or by credit card (all major credit cards are accepted). The cost to budget this interest-free, flexible payment plan option is a $25 per semester non-refundable enrollment fee. There are no convenience fees charged for credit card payments. Visit www.limcollege.edu/gradpay to enroll.

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Meeting LIM College’s Costs Financial aid is generally offered to meet the gap (financial need) between what a student can contribute (expected family contribution), and what it costs to attend LIM College (cost of attendance): Cost of Attending LIM College (COA) – Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = Financial Need. Students may use certain types of loans to finance their expected financial contribution as well. The COA at LIM College is based on the estimated budget established by the College (see below). A student’s EFC is calculated from the information provided on the FAFSA.

2016-2017: Estimated MPS Cost of Attendance (COA) Budget – Completion in THREE SEMESTERS Full-time study: Completion in 3 semesters for a total of 30 credits Tuition: (12 credits each in semesters 1 & 2 and 6 credits in semester 3 @ $900 per credit)

$27,000

New Mandatory Comprehensive Fee ($150 full-time (9+ credits), $75 part-time)

$375

Total Direct Cost (Tuition & Fees): $27,375 Indirect Costs:

Room (Housing) estimated at minimum of $800 per month to a maximum of $1,500 per month for an off-campus apartment (12 months)

$9,600 - $18,000

Board (Meals) estimated $1,800 per semester-fall/spring and $1,200 for summer

$4,800

Transportation estimated $600 per semester-fall/spring and $300 for summer (6 credits)

$1,500

Personal Expenses – estimated at $900 per semester-fall/spring and $600 for summer

$2,400

Books and Supplies – estimated at $600 per semester – first two semesters

$1,200

Graduation Audit Fee – paid in final semester (see P. 22 for more information) – not aid eligible

$250

Total Indirect Costs $19,750-$28,150 (depending on housing expenses)

TOTAL Direct and Indirect Costs: $47,125 - $55,525 (depending on housing expenses)

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In order to be eligible to have the Indirect Costs of Room, Board, and Personal Expenses included in the Cost of Attendance for the purpose of determining maximum loan amounts a student must be relocating to the area or ceasing current level of employment (full-time or part-time). In other words, students who are not incurring these living expenses as a cost specifically associated with the decision to enroll in the MPS program will be limited to borrowing educational loans for Tuition, Books and Supplies, and Transportation. Students who are enrolled in the LIM College Student Health Insurance policy are eligible to include that expense in their Cost of Attendance should they choose to. All requests to borrow for Indirect Costs must be made in writing on the Indirect Costs Request form and eligibility will be verified by a Student Financial Services Counselor. Starting in Fall (semester 1) 2016, international students will also be assessed a $500 per semester Visa Maintenance Fee and $350 per semester Graduate International Student Fee (regardless of credit load).

Additional Tuition and Fee Information LIM College provides several payment options to students to pay the enrollment deposit and tuition charges:

1. In-Person Payment: Payment may be made in person at the LIM College Office of

Student Financial Services (The Townhouse, 12 East 53rd Street, 3rd floor) with a check, money order or cash. Checks or money orders should be made payable to LIM College.

2. Mailing Payment: Payment by mail can be made with a check or money order to: LIM College / 12 East 53rd Street / New York, NY 10022 / Attn: Office of Student Financial Services. Checks or money orders should be made payable to LIM College.

3. Online E-Cashier Payments through Nelnet Business Solutions: A one-time or installment payments may be made online with an ACH check/savings account or credit card (all major credit cards are accepted). Please visit www.limcollege.edu/pay.

4. International Student Payment Option: LIM College has partnered with FlyWire by

peerTransfer (www.limcollege.peertransfer.com) to streamline the process of payments from international banks. peerTransfer allows students to pay securely from any country and any bank, generally in their home currency.

If you have any questions regarding the payment options provided, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 212-752-1530 Ext. 389 or sfs@limcollege.edu

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Right-to-Know

Federal Student Disclosure Requirements—Student Consumer Information Federal regulations require that LIM College provide all prospective and enrolled students with information on subjects with which they should be familiar. This information includes:

• Student Financial Aid (description of aid programs available, eligibility criteria, how to apply, methods of award and distribution, satisfactory progress standards, loan terms, and deferrals) • Tuition and other costs • Refund and withdrawal policies • Information about academic programs, personnel, and facilities • Retention and graduation rates • Annual Security Fire Safety Report

• Information regarding parent and student rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) with respect to access to and the release of student education

records

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Information (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) sets forth requirements designed to protect the privacy of student educational records. The law governs access to records maintained by educational institutions and the release of information from those records. FERPA affords college-aged students (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to their educational records. These rights include:

• The right to inspect and review the student’s education records. Students should submit a written request to the Office of the Registrar that identifies the record they wish to inspect.

• The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Students should submit a written request to the Registrar specifying the part of the record they want changed and why it is inaccurate or misleading.

• The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

• The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by LIM College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The Office’s address is:

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Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education Washington, D.C. 20202–4605 Release of Student Information by LIM College In accordance with FERPA, LIM College has designated the following information about students as public (directory) information which may be released without the student’s authorization or consent:

• Name • Address (local, permanent, LIM College electronic mail) • LIM College Student ID number • Academic status (undergraduate, graduate) • Dates of attendance • Degrees completed • Major/concentration • Awards and honors

Except as provided by law, no further education records covered by FERPA will be released without the written consent or signed authorization of the student. Appropriate forms may be obtained from the Office of the Registrar or can be located in the LIM College Student Share directory.

Students have the right to have this directory information withheld from the public if they so desire. Any student who wants all directory information to be withheld should notify the Registrar in writing.

Statement of Intellectual Property Rights of Students LIM College does not assert any ownership or other interest in any “Works” (including any artwork, writing, research, animation, film, video, design, software, application or other works that may be protected by copyright, patent or trademark) created by a student while enrolled at, and arising out of and in the course of his/her studies at the College (including co-op and internship programs), unless the student agrees otherwise in writing, except that LIM College has a limited right to use the student’s works for promotional, educational and accreditation purposes.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Student Right-to-Know and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), LIM College’s Annual Security Report is available on the LIM website at http://www.limcollege.edu/annualsecurityreport. The report contains statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes; institutional policies concerning campus conduct; policies concerning alcohol and drug use; crime

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prevention; the reporting of crimes and sexual assault; and other information concerning security and safety at LIM. Current or prospective students and employees may request a hard copy of this information by sending a written request for the report to: LIM College Office of the Registrar, 545 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10017 or by calling (212) 752-1530 Ext. 236 and requesting a copy.

Graduate Student Enrollment Grid1

2011‐12 2012‐13 2013‐14 2014‐15 Enrolled at the start of the academic year

57

75

134

185

Still enrolled or had graduated by the end of the academic year

47

63

131

180

Retention

82%

84%

98%

97%

1 Data for 2013‐14 and 2014‐15 are based on the official census rosters for the given terms. Data for 2011‐12 and 2012‐13 are based on enrollment records in the College’s Student Information System (Sonis) as of July 7, 2016.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Title IX Policy Statement

It is the policy of LIM College to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including, but not limited to, sexual harassment and sexual violence, in the College's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits intimidation, coercion or retaliation against individuals for engaging in activities protected by Title IX including asserting claims of sex discrimination. LIM College has a designated Title IX Coordinator for students, Michael V. Richards, Dean of Student Affairs, whose office is located at 545 5th Avenue on the seventh floor. He can be reached via phone at (646) 388-8432 or (212) 752-1530 Ext. 241 and via email at michael.richards@limcollege.edu. The College also has a designated Title IX Coordinator for employees, Andrea L. Granville, Director of Human Resources, whose office is located at 12 East 53rd Street (The Townhouse) on the third floor. She can be reached via phone at (212) 310-0628 or (212) 752-1530 Ext. 310 and via email at andrea.granville@limcollege.edu. A person may also file a written complaint with the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights regarding an alleged violation of Title IX by visiting: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html or calling (800) 421-3481

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Administration and Staff President Emeritus Adrian G. Marcuse M.S. and B.S. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.); L.L.D., honoris causa, LIM College. Former research associate and instructor, M.I.T. Former President and member of the Board of Trustees, Association of Proprietary Colleges. Former Trustee and member of the Executive Committee, Association of Colleges and Universities of the State of New York Executive Administration Elizabeth S. Marcuse, President B.A. Simmons College; D.C.S. honoris causa, LIM College. Former Director of Retail Planning, Donna Karan; Director of Retail Planning, Mamiye Brothers; Buyer, Macy’s; Buyer, Lane Bryant; Buyer, Montgomery Ward Christopher J. Cyphers, Provost & Executive Vice President Ph.D. State University of New York at Albany; M.A. Wesleyan University; B.A. Hampton-Sydney College Michael T. Donohue, Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations, Treasurer M.P.A. John Jay College of Criminal Justice; B.S. Marist College Administration and Staff Accounting Department Svetlana Kanevskaya Accounting Manager B.S. Brooklyn College Doris Echavarria Payroll Accountant B.S. State University of New York College at Old Westbury Malikah Mack Staff Accountant B.B.A. Monroe College

Adrian G. Marcuse Library

Lou Acierno Director of Library Services M.L.I.S. Pratt Institute; B.F.A. New York University

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Lauren Gavin Technical Services/Reference Librarian M.L.S. Queens College; B.B.A. LIM College Nicole LaMoreaux Reference & Instruction Librarian M.L.S. State University of New York at Buffalo; B.S. and A.A.S. Fashion Institute of Technology Rebecca Clark Evening Librarian M.L.I.S. Simmons College; B.A. Rutgers University Elizabeth Marotta Archivist/Librarian M.L.I.S. Long Island University, Palmer School; B.S. St. John’s University

Center for Graduate Studies

Jacqueline M. Jenkins Dean of Graduate Studies M.B.A. The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania; B.A. Spelman College Aslihan Cakmak Associate Director of Graduate Studies M.B.A. Dowling College; B.A. Istanbul University Carmela Santos Student Success Coach M.Ed. Brooklyn College; B.A. Syracuse University Kathryn Johnsen Graduate Studies Administrative Assistant M.A. and B.A. Stony Brook University

Department of Experiential Education & Career Management Sharon M. Mella-Reyes Associate Director of Career Management M.A. Manhattan College; B.S. Syracuse University Patricia Curran Whiteman Associate Director of Experiential Education M.S.Ed. Hofstra University; B.A. State University of New York at Oneonta

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Todd C. Lotcpeich Associate Director of Employer Management & Alumni Relations B.B.A. LIM College Angela Sommese Employer Management Coordinator M.A. New York University; B.A. The College of New Jersey Tara Buckley Graduate & Alumni Career Advisor M.A. University of Colorado; B.A. Hofstra University Caroline Burke Career Advisor M.A. Stony Brook University; B.A. Georgia State University Barbara Lerman Career Advisor M.S. Baruch College; B.A. Purchase College Kelly Barton Career Advisor M.Ed. University of South Florida; B.F.A. Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Heather Wright Experiential Education Assistant B.A. Stony Brook University

Executive Office Administration Linda Harris Paolillo Special Assistant to the President B.S. University of Rhode Island; A.A. Centenary College Thomas McDonald Special Assistant to the Provost & Executive Vice President J.D. New York Law School; M.Ed. University of Texas at Austin; B.A. State University of New York at New Paltz Ann Marie Gong Assistant to the President B.F.A. School of Visual Arts

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Belen Mendoza Administrative Assistant B.A. University of California, Berkeley

Facilities Department Luis Jonathan Abreu Manager of Facilities A.S. Business Administration Bronx Community College Luis Mejia Assistant Manager of Facilities Kwamina Afful Building Superintendent A.A.S. Cape Coast Polytechnic Carlos Espinal Maintenance Supervisor A.S. Monroe College; A.A.S. TCI College of Technology Luis Morales Facilities Assistant (Level 2) Shawn Winter Facilities Assistant (Level 2) Surchand Kalicharan Facilities Assistant (Level 2) A.S. Queensborough Community College

Information Technology Department Maurice Morency Chief Technology Officer B.S. Manhattan College Nelson Leon Director of Information Technology M.B.A. Keller University; B.P.S. DeVry Institute of Technology Lance Kurzrok Associate Director of Information Technology B.S. State University of New York at Albany; B.P.S. DeVry Institute of Technology

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Jerry F. Aguirre Senior. DBA & SIS Administrator B.S. Santiago Catholic University, Ecuador Robert Hernandez System Support Technician B.S. State University of New York at Oswego; A+ certified Andrew Kiang Help Desk Technician B.E.E. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art Christopher Franqui Help Desk Technician Shayne Scott Help Desk Technician B.T. New York City College of Technology

Learning Centers John Deming Director of the Writing Center M.F.A. The New School University; Double B.A. University of New Hampshire Timothy Foran Assistant Director of the Writing Center M.A. University of Mississippi; B.A. Virginia Military Institute Anahu Guzman Director of the Math Center, Associate Chair of Arts & Sciences Ph.D. Columbia University; M.B.A. Baruch College; M.S. Teachers College, Columbia University; B.S. York College O’Rita Johnson Assistant Director of the Math Center M.S. The City University of New York; B.S. City College of New York; A.S. New York City Technical College

Office of Academic Affairs Michael P. Londrigan Dean of Academic Affairs M.B.A. Fairleigh Dickinson University; B.S. St. Peter’s College

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Patricia Fitzmaurice Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Ph.D., M.A. and B.A. Fordham University Adam Rosen Director of Academic Administration M.S. Capella University; B.A. State University of New York at Albany Olga Raganelli Academic Administrative Coordinator M.S. Moscow State Technical University Nilyufer Namazova Academic Affairs Assistant M.A. International Center for European Formation; M.A. University of Manchester; L.L.B. Tashkent State Institute of Law

Office of Academic Success William A. Imbriale Assistant Vice President for Student Success M.Ed. Boston College; B.S. St. Francis College Lianna Scull Senior Academic Advisor M.A. New York University; B.A. Russell Sage College Jackie Coraggio Senior Academic Advisor M.S.Ed. Baruch College; B.B.A. LIM College Elizabeth Bracey Academic Advisor M.A. Seton Hall University; B.A. John Jay College of Criminal Justice Stephanie Elcock Academic Advisor M.S. Mercy College; B.A. University of Connecticut

Office of Admissions Kristina Ortiz Dean of Admissions M.S. Long Island University; B.A. State University of New York at Buffalo

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Jennifer Bullis Associate Director of Admissions for Graduate Studies M.S. Baruch College; B.A. LaSalle University Anthony M. Urmey Senior Associate Director of Admissions M.A. Fordham University; B.A. Fairleigh Dickinson University Jennifer Whidden Assistant Director of Regional Admissions B.S. Full Sail University Angela M. Brockman Assistant Director of Admissions M.S. The University of Akron; B.S. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Laura Healy Assistant Director of Admissions B.S. Marist College Christy Aponte Assistant Director of Admissions Operations M.B.A. Centenary College; B.A. Lafayette College Heather Taylor Admissions Counselor M.S. Long Island University; B.A. SUNY Cortland; A.L.A. Rockland Community College Olympia Zipitas Admissions Counselor B.A. Long Island University, Post William Toborowski Admissions Counselor B.F.A. Marymount Manhattan College Haley Drogus Graduate Admissions Counselor M.P.S. LIM College; B.S. Kent State Maura Walters Admissions Operations Coordinator B.B.A. LIM College

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Jennifer Morano Data Entry Assistant M.S.Ed. Baruch; B.A. Fordham University Sandra DeHaarte Admissions Assistant A.A.S. Brooklyn Technical College

Office of College Marketing Laura Cioffi Director of College Marketing M.A. Emerson College; B.S. Boston University Erikka Olszewski College Marketing Manager B.S. State University of New York at Oneonta Joshua J. Heller Web Application Developer B.T. New York City College of Technology; A.S. Nassau Community College Mary Beth Maslowski Marketing Content Coordinator M.A. Baruch College; B.A. Fordham University

Office of Counseling & Wellness Services Jodi N. Licht Senior Director of Counseling & Wellness Services Psy.D. George Washington University; P.D. Adelphi University; B.S. Cornell University Kelly Dearborn Counselor M.S.Ed. Fordham University; B.A. Principia College Jennifer Jones Counseling & Wellness Services Coordinator B.A. University of Hawaii at Manoa

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Office of Housing & Residence Life Jennifer K. Luciano Director of Housing & Residence Life M.S. and B.S. New York Institute of Technology Autumn Reed Housing Operations Coordinator M.Ed. The University of Louisville; B.S. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Samantha Bieleski Resident Director B.A. Eastern Connecticut State University

Office of Human Resources Andrea L. Granville Director of Human Resources & Title IX Coordinator M.B.A. Metropolitan College of New York; B.A. New York University; A.A.S. Berkeley College Evelyn S. Hecht Manager of Human Resources Ed.D. Teachers College, Columbia University; B.A. Purchase College, State University of New York Carolyn Higgins Human Resources Generalist B.S. Mount St. Mary’s University Lina Johal Receptionist B.S. Pace University Maria Morales Receptionist Tonmoy Hassan Receptionist B.A. Hunter College

Office of Institutional Advancement Gail Nardin Vice President for Institutional Advancement

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B.S. New York University; Certificate in Fundraising, New York University; Certificate in Merchandising, LIM College Pamela Linton Vice President for Strategic Initiatives M.P.A. Columbia University; B.A. Boston College Meredith Finnin Director of Communications M.A. State University of New York at Albany; B.A. Binghamton University Paul R. Chauvin Development Associate for Institutional Advancement & Alumni Relations B.A. Hofstra University Sarah Jones Alumni Affairs Assistant B.A. New York University

Office of Institutional Research Nikisha Williams Director of Institutional Research Ph.D. CUNY Graduate School and University Center; B.A. Hamilton College

Office of Instructional Technology Joseph Thomas Director of Instructional Technology M.B.A. and M.S. Farleigh Dickinson University; B.E. Bangalore University, India

Office of Online Admissions Michael J. Villanella Director of Online Admissions M.A. University of Phoenix; B.A. Monmouth University Antoinette Liquet Online Admissions Counselor B.S. Montclair State University

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Office of Planning & Assessment Jacqueline LeBlanc Vice President for Planning & Assessment Ph.D. and M.A. University of Massachusetts, Amherst; B.A. University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

Office of the Registrar

Carolyn Disnew College Registrar B.M. Manhattan School of Music Eugenio Chong Associate College Registrar M.A. Teachers College, Columbia University; B.P.S. DeVry University Rosana Lee Associate Registrar B.A. York University, Canada

Office of Student Affairs Michael Richards Dean of Student Affairs M.B.A. Lynn University; B.A. Willmington College of Ohio Kenneth M. Metasavage Student Affairs Administrative Assistant M.Ed. University of West Florida; B.S. Georgia Southern University Kate Levy Coordinator of International Student Services B.A. Rostov University of Foreign Languages, Russia Erinn Kehoe Study Abroad Coordinator M.A. Teachers College, Columbia University; B.A. State University of New York at Geneseo

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Office of Student Financial Services Christopher E. Barto Vice President for Student Finance & Chief Compliance Officer B.A. Cornell University Beatrice LaRue Director of Financial Aid B.B.A. Baruch College Rosa M. Arana Assistant Director of Student Financial Services B.B.A. Pace University Kevin Patrick Shiner Associate Director of Student Accounts B.S. Lebanon Valley College; A.O.S. Culinary Institute of America Laila Haque Senior Student Financial Services Counselor MS.Ed. Baruch College; B.S. St. John’s University Jason Pascal Student Financial Services Counselor B.S. St. Francis College Matthieu Lucas Student Financial Services Counselor B.S. Xavier College Toya Pigford-Konate Student Financial Services Counselor B.B.A. Baruch College Trudy Stapleton-Truglia Student Financial Services Counselor M.B.A. Kaplan University; B.S. Atlantic Union College Niquette Johnson Student Financial Services Assistant B.A. The City College of New York

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Office of Student Life Christopher Conzen Assistant Dean of Student Life Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University; M.S.Ed. University of Maryland College Park; B.A. Catholic University of America Mohanlall T. Teloki Assistant Director of Student Life M.S.Ed. Baruch College; B.A. State University of New York College at Old Westbury Sabrina Williams Student Life Assistant Certificate Executive Assistant Program, Katharine Gibbs School

Purchasing Department Eric Martin Purchasing Director B.B.A. Adelphi University Debra Lee Budget and Administration Manager M.B.A. LIM College; B.S. Binghamton University Joseph J. Saldoriga Business Office Administrative Assistant B.A. College of Mount Saint Vincent

Student Development Michael H. Ferry Vice President for Student Development Ph.D. University of Connecticut; M.S. and B.S. Central Connecticut State College

Faculty Camille Avent M.S. Philadelphia University; B.A. Pennsylvania State University Gerard Becker Ph.D. Capella University; M.B.A and B.S. Adelphi University

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Amber Cacali M.S. Robert Morris College; B.A. Kent State University Marcie Cooperman M.B.A. New York University; B.S. Drexel University Nancianne Esposito M.A. New York University; B.S. Fashion Institute of Technology Hope Freedman M.B.A. Fordham University; B.A. Union College Kenneth Kambara Ph.D. University of California at Irvine; M.S. University of Oregon; B.S. and B.A. California State University at Long Beach Howard Leifman Ph.D. New York University; M.A. and B.A. Syracuse University Erin McKinistry Ed.D. and M.B.A. St. John’s University; B.S. Fordham University Trisha Philpitt M.B.A. and B.S. LIU Post Eda Sanchez- Persampieri M.B.A. St. Joseph’s University; B.S. Fashion Institute of Technology Alexandra Scebold M.A. University of Pennsylvania; B.A. Emory University Herbert Sherman Ph.D. Union Institute and University; M.S. Polytechnic University; B.A. City College of New York Dena Strong M.S. Kansas State University; B.S. Kaplan University Patrick Tormey M.B.A. Iona College; B.A. Baruch College Andrzej Wlodarczyck Ph.D. University of Nebraska; M.B.A. Lindenwood University; M.Ed. Concordia University; B.A. Jagiellonian University

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Board of Directors William J. Borner, Esq., Chairman President, Talyarps Corporation Rosalind S. Neff, Vice Chair Former Chairperson, Center for Social Responsibility, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Sally A. Crawford ‘75 Former Vice President and Merchandise Manager, Robinson’s, May Co., Nike, The Broadway, and Macy’s Patty Farmer ‘76 Entrepreneur/Author Kate M. Gulliver Program Evaluator (Retired), Office of Higher Education, New York State Education Department Jay R. Horowitz, CPA PFS Registered Investment Advisor, Gateway Advisory Services, LLC Elizabeth S. Marcuse, D.C.S. President, LIM College Nancy Marcuse Marshall Co-Founder, The Rapunzel Project. Former Executive, Retail & Consumer Packaged Goods Bill Reichblum CEO, Woodstock Music Lab Gail E. Rothwell ‘71 Board President, The Retreat (East Hampton, N.Y.). Former President, Nine West Footwear Stefan L Shaffer, Esq. Managing Partner, SPP Capital Partners, LLC

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Online Programs Online Programs Overview Our online learning programs offer courses taught fully online, using the BlackBoard Learning Management System (LMS), by faculty certified to teach online graduate courses at LIM College. Students will complete their programs without attending classes on campus, though there will be an optional one-week residency program, offered twice a year, on the College’s New York City campus. One week before the beginning of each semester, the “course shells” within BlackBoard will be available to students. Although students will not be able to complete any course activities at that time, they will be able to view the course syllabus and objectives, announcements, and faculty information. Five days prior to the course start date students will receive a welcome email from their faculty member(s).

New Student Orientation Before the beginning of all new students’ first semester, they must complete the required New Student Orientation (NSO) course by the end of the first week of the first module. This course is designed to help students understand the nature of online education, learn about College resources available to online students, and become familiar with the College’s policies and procedures with regards to BlackBoard and SafeAssign. SafeAssign is a plagiarism detection program used in every online course. This course will be facilitated by the Student Success Coach (SSC). If a student does not successfully complete the NSO in the allotted timeframe, that student will not be permitted to register for the second and subsequent modules of their program.

Attendance Faculty and students are expected to work together from the first day of classes onward. During the first week of online classes students are expected to participate in a discussion forum (no later than Sunday, 11:59 p.m. EST/EDT) to confirm their enrollment in the class. This will be required for each class in which a student is enrolled. This is a mandatory check-in activity. Those students who are not active by Sunday, 11:59 p.m. will be de-registered from the course. Students are expected to attend all classes by participating in academic activities at the required level and frequency outlined in the course syllabus. Students risk withdrawal from courses or dismissal from the College for not following the attendance policy. Students who do not complete any academic activities (assignments, discussion board posts, quizzes or exams) for a two consecutive-week period will be withdrawn from the course for non-participation. Students who are withdrawn from a course or who are deregistered cannot appeal this decision. A student who withdraws from a course after the third week of a module will be assigned the grade of “F” for that course. After the end of the third week of each module, students who have had two or more weeks of consecutive non-attendance in a course will be considered inactive and will be assigned the grade of “FA” by the Office of the Registrar, signifying failure for lack of

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attendance. The grade of “FA” is treated, when calculating GPA, in the same an earned “F.” An “FA” may also have an effect on financial aid eligibility. Once an “FA” grade is assigned, a student may no longer remain active in the course.”

Student Success Coach The Student Success Coach (SSC) serves as the liaison for online program-related issues between students, faculty, and the College’s administration. The SSC is the individual with whom online students should meet to discuss any issues related to their program. Students are required to communicate with their SCC every week during the first four weeks of a module. After the first module is complete, and if the faculty member and SSC agree that the student is making satisfactory progress, communication between the student and the SCC will only be required to take place every other week.

Grading Faculty will return students’ graded work with ample feedback within five days from the date on which the work was submitted. Unless otherwise instructed, assignments will be due on Sundays on or before 11:59 p.m. EST/EDT. Students can expect that faculty will review and grade assignments and post grades no later than the following Sunday by 2:00 p.m. EST/EDT.

Communication Students and faculty must adhere to LIM College’s communication protocol. Students are expected to use their LIM College email address and check their LIM College email account at least three times each week. Students are also required to maintain phone contact with their Student Success Coach as communicated in consultation meetings.

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MPS Programs

Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management

Fashion merchandising and retail management are the cornerstones of the global fashion industry. LIM’s MPS in Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management encompasses numerous areas including: brick-and-mortar retailing, off-site retailing, e-tailing, catalogue businesses, home-shopping networks, global retailing, diversity and human resource management, training and development, retail location analysis and selection processes, site-inspections, retail trading area analysis, logistical distribution systems, retail facilities design, in-store fixture design, visual merchandising, advertising and promotions, professional sales, customer services, and strategic global expansion. In addition, the fashion retailing process expands to the areas of retail merchandise management and buying that includes vendor-retailing negotiations, planning, sourcing, purchasing, strategic merchandise design and product development, vendor analysis, mathematical projections and the buying cycle, wholesale and retail price-preparation, cost analysis, consumer demographic and psychographic market analysis, development of visual concept, and fashion apparel forecasting for future consumer market purchasing trends.

This program requires the completion of 30 credits with a minimum 3.00 grade point average (GPA) throughout the program. Students will take 24 credits of core courses, a three-credit capstone project in which they will utilize skills developed throughout the program, and a required three-credit internship or management course. Full-time students will complete the program in three semesters through one calendar year.

Registered HEGIS Code 0599

Fashion Marketing

Fashion Marketing deals with the relationships between the fashion world and consumers, including the development, promotion, advertising, and retailing aspects of this global industry. Fashion Marketing uses current trends in fashion to analyze, develop and implement sales strategies across multiple mediums. Successful fashion marketers understand that recognizing consumer trends, strong branding, and a desirable product image are all essential elements to building an effective and meaningful campaign.

At each level of the fashion industry, the objective is to increase market share and sell products and services to consumers. Fashion marketing is the overall effort to increase sales and consumer awareness by means of advertising, publicity, special events and virtual merchandising.

Fashion marketing experts impact our evolving global culture. In this MPS program, opportunities and challenges presented in diverse markets (industrialized, developing and

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underdeveloped) will be analyzed and the various tactics marketers must utilize to compete and thrive in the global marketplace will be explored.

This program requires the completion of 30 credits with a minimum 3.00 grade point average (GPA) throughout the program. To complete graduation and degree requirements, students must successfully complete at least 24 credits of core courses, a three-credit capstone project utilizing skills developed throughout the program, and a three-credit internship or management course. Full-time students will complete the program in three semesters through one calendar year.

Registered HEGIS Code 0509

Visual Merchandising The MPS in Visual Merchandising program recognizes the store environment as an integral component of the retail process, and as a medium for communicating messages to the targeted customer while projecting the essence of a company’s defined image. The program is grounded in the premise that today’s retailers must understand the aesthetic component of their business; they must view design as a profit center. Creative sensibilities must be linked to strong leadership and management skills. This program takes as its core objective the cultivation of these critical skills in students. Moreover, this program will expose students to an in-depth analysis of the retail store environment. The principles, philosophies and technologies of visual merchandising are learned through an exploration of the marketplace and hands-on classroom and field experimentation. Coursework seeks to promote an understanding and application of defined design elements, such as color, composition and balance, particularly as they relate to the retail environment. Students will also explore the principles and practices of sustainable design. This program is ideal for those who wish to expand their understanding of the retail process through the lens of design and the visual arts, or wish to pursue a career in visual merchandising.

This program requires the completion of 30 credits with a minimum 3.00 grade point average (GPA) throughout the program. Students will take 24 credits of core courses, a three-credit capstone/case study project utilizing skills developed throughout the program, and a three-credit internship or management course. Full-time students will complete the program in three semesters through one calendar year.

Registered HEGIS Code 0509

Global Fashion Supply Chain Management The supply chain is charged with the responsibility of sourcing and producing goods, delivering to distribution channels, optimizing customer demand, and providing profitable operating

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performance. The inner workings of the supply chain have become the lifeline for fashion companies looking to succeed in today’s retail environment. The goal of this program is to prepare students for strategic management roles post-graduation. The program is comprised of courses from both the technical and management aspects of the field. It will also include a weeklong industry exploration period during the second semester, which will include visits to retailers, shipping ports, and local manufacturers in order to expose students to an actual supply chain network. Because supply chain management covers every component of the business cycle, from production to product fulfillment, this field offers a broad array of career opportunities. Additionally, the increased complexity of the supply chain network is creating new opportunities for roles that relate to e-commerce and other technological innovations. Graduates will be qualified to fill positions in the areas of operations management, supply chain analytics, procurement and logistics.

This program requires the completion of 30 credits with a minimum 3.00 grade point average (GPA) throughout the program.Students will take 27 credits of core courses and a three-credit capstone/case study project utilizing skills developed throughout the program. Students also have the option of taking 24 credits of core courses, a three-credit internship or management course, and a three-credit capstone/case study project utilizing skills developed throughout the program. Full-time students will complete the program in three semesters through one calendar year.

Registered HEGIS Code 0506

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MPS Application Procedures To be considered for admission to the MPS programs, applicants must submit: 1. The completed Application for Admission 2. A $40 nonrefundable application fee 3. Candidates are required to hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S. or an undergraduate degree from a foreign country. An official transcript from the institution from which the applicant graduated is required. All other colleges/universities attended at the undergraduate and graduate levels will be requested in order to make a decision on admission to the program. If the undergraduate degree was completed outside of the United States, the Office of Admissions may request that the transcripts be evaluated by World Education Service (www.wes.org), AACRAO International Education Services (http://ies.aacrao.org), or another evaluation agency approved by NACES (www.naces.org/members.htm). 4. Two letters of recommendation: letters of recommendation must come from academic and professional sources. 5. Evidence of work experience (length and positions held are taken into consideration): a resume or CV that shows chronological work experience is required 6. A personal interview is required. Applicants may be interviewed in person, by phone or via Skype. Appointments can be made by sending an email to GraduateStudies@limcollege.edu. Interviews may be completed at any point in the application process, including before the applicant has submitted the application.

7. International students, for whom English is not the primary language, must take the TOEFL exam and provide an official score report showing a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based test; 213 on the computer-based test; or 80 on the internet-based test. An official score report of the IELTS test may be provided that shows a minimum score of 6.5. Official scores from the Pearson Test of English (PTE) may be provided with a minimum score of 54. All official scores must be less than two years old. TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score reports will not be required of applicants who have earned or have made significant progress toward an associate degree, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or doctoral degree from an accredited university in the United States. The TOEFL, IELTS or PTE requirement may also be waived for applicants who have earned or have made significant progress toward a degree from an institution outside of the U.S. where instruction is in English. All instances that do not fit within these specified criteria will be judged on a case-by-case basis. After review of the application, the Office of Admissions reserves the right to request additional documentation and/or translation of materials in support of an application.

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MPS Course Descriptions

Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management Curriculum

Course ID Course Title Credits Prerequisite

CORE COURSES

MPSR 651 Advanced Fashion Merchandising 3

MPSR 652 Consumer Behavior in Fashion 3

MPSR 653 Fashion Retail Management 3

MPSR 654 Fashion Branding and Promotion 3

MPSR 655 Principles of Visual Merchandising 3

MPSR 656 Retail Merchandise Management 3 MPSR 653

MPSR 657 Technology in Fashion Merchandising and Management 3 MPSR 651

MPSR 658 Product Development in Fashion from Concept to Consumer 3

INTERNSHIP AND MANAGEMENT COURSES

MPSR 659 Internship in Fashion Merchandising and Management 3 MPSR 656

MPSI 690 Career Exploration Internship 1

MPSX 700 Influencing in Organizations 3 *See page 54

MPSX 701 Influencing in Organizations-Special Project 3 *See page 55

CAPSTONE

MPSR 660 Capstone in Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management 3 MPSR 656

SEMESTER ONE:

MPSR 651 - ADVANCED FASHION MERCHANDISING – 3 credits Fashion consumers today are technologically savvy and global with their choices. Technology provides consumers with the ability to view the world of fashion faster than ever before including how they shop and engage with a product. This class provides a broad foundation for students who will join the fashion industry. Advanced Fashion Merchandising is designed to offer graduate students a foundation of knowledge related to the production and merchandising of various categories of fashion goods, history of fashion, and the most current theories in fashion development. It exposes students to the changing world of fashion, the producers of apparel (product development: men’s, women’s, children and teens), global marketing of fashion and the policies and strategies of fashion retailing.

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MPSR 652 - CONSUMER BEHAVIOR IN FASHION – 3 credits Consumer behavior affects all aspects of the fashion industry including; design, production, merchandising, promotion, and distribution. This course offers graduate students a foundation that will support their ability to assess consumer insights and provide strategic plans that will increase consumption and therefore increase retail sales. The consumer behavior class enables students to identify and interpret needs and wants of consumers and how industry processes are applied to plan, develop, produce, communicate and sell profitable product lines. Specifics, such as how psychological, sociological and cultural factors include the what, when, where, why and how consumers buy what they buy, will be studied. It will also include topics ranging from consumer attitudes, personality, and values to the global marketplace, ethics, and social responsibility. Students will be able to acquaint with marketing activities used by retailers to increase the patronization of their goods and services including those that identify target consumer. MPSR 653 - FASHION RETAIL MANAGEMENT – 3 credits This course examines retail operations and strategies within the contemporary marketing context that includes an understanding of the history of retailing, the study of contemporary retailing strategies for consumption, merchandise mix and selection processes, product assortment analysis from the context of the retailer, the examination of retail store and space allocation for product assortments; and an investigation of current retail operations in the global marketplace. It provides an advanced understanding of the United States (U.S.) retail merchandising and how companies have expanded globally and an online platform. Graduate students will develop their knowledge of why retailers go international while maintaining their brand integrity assuring each customer has the same shopping experience as if they were in the U.S. In addition, students will examine how non-U.S. retailers have influenced Americans' ideas of consumption through their own cultural retailing influences, atmospherics, marketing and product assortments. MPSR 654 - FASHION BRANDING AND PROMOTION – 3 credits Branding is an important and rapidly growing sector in the Fashion Industry. This course will focus on developing stimulating and strong representations of products for consumers to purchase in brick and mortar shops, online, in catalogues, through direct marketing, door-to-door and on television. Students will investigate and experience fashion retail brands in today’s multichannel fashion context. Students will also explore how certain social and cultural topics impact the methods that consumers use to purchase merchandise, as well as how retailers use these multichannel methods to communicate, represent and translate their product’s position in the fashion market. Special emphasis is put on the fashion branding process based upon research, writing, theoretical concept development and marketing, and topics related to big companies and entrepreneurs. The role of retailers and merchandisers in the branding process will be strongly discussed. Students are responsible for moving beyond traditional “surface” readings and meanings of branding in order to critically understand how media mixes are important to product presentation. New dimensions of product selling are examined for students to become competitive managers in this field.

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SEMESTER TWO: MPSR 655 - PRINCIPLES OF VISUAL MERCHANDISING– 3 credits This course will provide students with an understanding of how retailers use visual merchandising to gain retail market share and convey brand image. Students will examine the store design process by identifying the objects used in store design. Topics such as visual merchandise presentation, art and design elements of visual merchandising, window displays, and in-store displays will be discussed. Students will also be able to identify the differences between artistic display and merchandise presentation, and the importance of both in the retail landscape. The incorporation of safety, security and loss prevention techniques and devices in visual merchandising are considered so students are aware of their importance for assets protection and customer wellbeing. MPSR 656 - RETAIL MERCHANDISE MANAGEMENT – 3 credits Retail Merchandise Management provides students with a working knowledge of merchandise mathematics as it relates to planning, flow, distribution, inventory, and pricing. The course covers profitable merchandising, assortment planning and control in conceptual, technical and practical formats. Merchandiser functions, duties and operational processes will be discussed as students develop an annual merchandise plan and then investigate possible modifications and how they could impact the merchandise flow and processes. An understanding of the basic principles of retail math including cost, retail price, and profit is essential in every aspect of the fashion business. Conceptual and authentic formats are used to demonstrate profitable merchandise and sales planning. Course content, while relating to prior “fashion” learning, allows students to understand how to apply math and analytical aspects of retail strategy to products. Prerequisite: MPSR 653 Fashion Retail Management MPSR 657 - TECHNOLOGY IN FASHION MERCHANDISING AND MANAGEMENT – 3 credits We are at the forefront of a retail revolution powered by information. How do retailers leverage disruptive change and use technology to create strategies to gain a competitive advantage and transform their businesses? This course focuses on a cross-pollination of topics and business transformative themes that will focus on game changing technologies, Omni-channel retailing, global fashion thought leaders, tech trends, the human centric experience, big data, mobile technologies, social media and the new retail paradigm. At the core of this technology shift, is the question that is at the forefront of every retailer’s minds “how does technology affect the customer’s experience?” The text will be supplemented with current events and case studies to stimulate critical thinking, foster creativity and analyze tectonic shifts in retail. Prerequisite: MPSR 651 Advanced Fashion Merchandising MPSR 658 - PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT IN FASHION FROM CONCEPT TO CONSUMER – 3 credits The Product Development in Fashion course will be approached from an insider’s perspective. Students will experience the cross-functionality of each area in the PD process. From the initial understanding of the strategic business plan, to creating a merchandising plan which includes assortment, category and price points, and finally to design a management line plan which

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includes color, silhouette, and balance choices. Through a hands on process students will also gain an understanding of the PDM, PLC and CAD systems that have shortened the product life cycle and have helped bring products to consumers ever faster. The course will also examine the role of line editing and the importance of calendar adherence. Design, fabric, fit, and garment construction will be broadly discussed for an in-depth understanding of the technical importance in product development and production process. Finally, Social media, economic and environmental implications including sustainability will be examined. SEMESTER THREE:

MPSR 659 - INTERNSHIP IN FASHION MERCHANDISING AND MANAGEMENT– 3 credits The fashion business is ever-changing. Therefore, the best method of student engagement is real-world experience guided by academia. This class has three components: an assessment of the types of jobs available in the corporate and store environments; an 11-week experiential internship within the corporate office of a major retailer; and professional development sessions to enhance students’ competitiveness in the industry. Throughout the course, students will also complete a handbook designed to capture their experience with the retailer. Prerequisite: MPSR 656 Retail Merchandise Management MPSI 690 - CAREER EXPLORATION INTERNSHIP - 1 credit The intent of this internship is to add to the student’s exposure in the areas fashion merchandising and retail management. The internship gives students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise, and relate actual job experience to work learned in the classroom and should be in an area relevant to the student’s overall career goals and experience. At the end of the semester students submit a required time-sheet documenting attendance throughout the semester. The student needs to intern with the sponsoring company for the duration of the semester in order to pass. This internship does not count towards graduation requirements and is offered during all semesters. MPSX 700 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. *Prerequisite: Students must have been employed full-time during their entire enrollment in the MPS degree program at LIM College or have successfully completed two one-credit Career Exploration Internships (MPSI 690). Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Graduate Studies.

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MPSX 701 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS- SPECIAL PROJECT - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. This course also includes a special project. This special project will relate to an industry effort assigned by the instructor. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690). If a student is not employed full time, but has successfully completed a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690), the student would be eligible for MPSX 701. MPSR 660 - CAPSTONE: FASHION MERCHANDISING & MANAGEMENT – 3 credits The capstone class is designed to be the culminating experience at the end of a student’s program. It gives students an opportunity to use knowledge and skills acquired from all the classes they have completed throughout the program. Faculty use this class as a method to evaluate what students have learned. Students gain experience solving a problem in the fashion industry that spans several areas studied in the program. Based on previous class content, students choose projects related to the changing world of fashion, product development, producers of apparel, the global marketing of fashion, the policies and strategies of fashion, and the relationship between sales and consumer behavior. The project will necessitate the use of fashion retail analysis. Prerequisite: MPSR 656 Retail Merchandise Management

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Fashion Marketing Curriculum Course ID Course Title Credits Prerequisite

CORE COURSES MPSM 600 Fashion Marketing Management 3 MPSM 601 Strategic Consumer Insights in Fashion 3 MPSM 602 Services Marketing in the Fashion Industry 3 MPSM 603 Cause Marketing in the Fashion Industry 3 MPSM 604 Global Marketing in the Fashion Industry 3 MPSM 605 Luxury Brand Management in the Fashion Industry 3 MPSM 606 New Media Marketing in the Fashion Industry 3

MPSM 607 Foundations of Fashion PR Strategies & Tactics 3

INTERNSHIP COURSES

MPSM 608 Internship in Fashion Marketing 3 MPSM 600

MPSI 690 Career Exploration Internship 1

MPSX 700 Influencing in Organizations 3 See page 59

MPSX 701 Influencing in Organizations - Special Project 3 See page 59

CAPSTONE MPSM 609 Capstone in Fashion Marketing 3 MPSM 600

SEMESTER ONE: MPSM 600 - FASHION MARKETING MANAGEMENT – 3 credits A savvy sense of style and solid business skills are a few of the requirements necessary to create and market a business within the fashion industry and beyond. Creating an amazing product and introducing it successfully into the fashion industry is the result of learning how to carefully identify your target market, understand your niche, position your product/service, use state of the art tools and relevant techniques to capture the attention of your audience, execute goals and objectives, and more. The Fashion Marketing Management course is multifaceted and exposes students to the essential concepts and foundation necessary to marketing within the fashion industry. Students will learn how to capture marketing information necessary to build a fashion brand, identify global trends, connect with consumers and create long term relationships, build strong brand equity, product distribution- taking it through different channels, as well as delivering and communicating value to consumers. Principles and tools utilized in this course are applicable to the fashion industry and beyond. MPSM 601 - STRATEGIC CONSUMER INSIGHTS IN FASHION – 3 credits In today’s business landscape, companies increasingly rely on consumer insights to better provide value to their customers. Analysis of consumer insights is a key factor of business strategy leading to sustainable competitive advantage. This course provides students with the concepts and tools for obtaining meaningful insights about the internal (psychological) and external (sociocultural and demographic) influences of consumer behavior, as well as how consumers

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actually make rational and emotional decisions in the real world. These insights can serve as the basis for developing marketing strategies that achieve the desired organizational objectives within a framework of corporate strategy informed by the resource-based view and economic sociology, bounded by the societal marketing concept. This course also examines consumer processes. Spanning individual determinants of decision-making such as personality, motivation, learning, attitude change and the sociocultural factors of culture (micro culture social status, reference groups, households, social demography, and social networks). This course also includes a discussion of the “fashion consumer” and his/her behavior related to fashion brands, experiences, globalization, and new/emerging technologies and media. MPSM 602 - SERVICES MARKETING IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY – 3 credits There are many businesses that provide services associated with the fashion industry, such as; advertising, public relations, event planning, fashion publishing and styling. In an era where competition is particularly fierce and when the market is customer-driven, successful service firms need to recognize service quality as a source of their competitive advantage. This course introduces students to the unique challenges involved in marketing and managing services within the fashion industry, including blogger and digital marketing. The “customer experience” in interactions and services must create value for the customer, including the development of strong customer relationships through service quality and customer satisfaction. MPSM 603 - CAUSE MARKETING IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY – 3 credits Cause marketing has seen significant growth in recent years. Many companies recognize that the integration of marketing and social initiatives can improve corporate image, customer loyalty, overall consumer engagement to meet marketing campaigns and the overall business goals. Topics discussed in this course include how developing a well-designed cause can increase product sales and consumer engagement. The course also provides well-known examples of cause marketing and actionable advice for integrating marketing goals with support for a good cause. The course also provides well-known examples of cause marketing in fashion and other categories/industries. Cause marketing is an effective tool when used strategically to leverage a brand’s image, awareness and revenue base. SEMESTER TWO: MPSM 604 - GLOBAL MARKETING IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY – 3 credits This course examines the opportunities and challenges in the globalized world of fashion markets. Diverse markets (emerging, mature, and developing) are analyzed to show the varying tactics a marketer must utilize to remain competitive in a volatile global marketplace. Topics covered include: analysis of potential global markets, target market identification, competitive analysis, brand positioning, market testing, localization vs globalization, customization, market entry strategies, distribution and logistical systems, and promotional strategies for product/brand recognition.

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MPSM 605 - LUXURY BRAND MANAGEMENT IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY – 3 credits By taking an in-depth look at the luxury fashion world, this course examines the issues concerning brand identity creation and brand positioning for ready-to-wear and haute couture products, as well as accessories and licensed products. In this context students study the importance of innovation in niche businesses that must manage brands and brand cachet to maintain consumer loyalty. Other issues such as brand and marketing management, communication management and the latest theories in luxury brand management will also be explored through the analysis of contemporary fashion companies.

MPSM 606 - NEW MEDIA MARKETING IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY – 3 credits Successful fashion marketing communicates the value of a brand’s product or service to their target customer. Now, with the advent of new media, including e-commerce, social media, digital content, mobile GPS and interactive television, the marketing process is moving at light speed, providing companies with access to more customer information and engagement than ever. What’s more, companies have evolved from only focusing on building brands and marketing through traditional media to creating products dictated by the consumers and involving them to influence their peers. In this class, students will explore all facets of new media through video tutorials, interviews, virtual field trips, discussions, readings, and critical analysis. Special emphasis will be placed on current new media applications, activities and campaigns using topical articles and case studies. Students will learn to identify and differentiate key new media platforms and understand the pros and cons of each, in order to build effective and targeted marketing strategies particular to each platform. Students will examine best practices related to customer engagement and management in a 24/7, customer-centric culture. They will learn how to collect, track, examine and react to data, in order to get the most return on investment. Ultimately, they will understand how to effectively utilize and manage new media and new technologies to develop greater brand awareness and build company profits. In the end, students will learn to create marketing strategies using digital media to build a long-term valued customer management system (CMS) that benefits both marketers and consumers. MPSM 607 - FOUNDATIONS IN FASHION PR STRATEGIES & TACTICS – 3 credits This course examines public relations history, theory, trends, tools and tactics, and provides an in-depth analysis of major theory and practices. Special attention is given to the influence of new media on the credibility and delivery of public relations. Students will analyze real-world case studies as context for an applied understanding of how and why to plan, execute, and evaluate these programs. Students will prepare a detailed professional communications plan that addresses an important management issue affecting a public relations or public affairs challenge. This will include an analysis of using grassroots and crisis management PR techniques to meet that challenge.

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SEMESTER THREE: MPSM 608 - INTERNSHIP IN FASHION MARKETING – 3 credits This semester-long internship complements the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom. This internship exposes students to a part-time work experience in the fashion industry, broadening their skills and perspective in an area relevant to their career goals. In addition, students attend a weekly development seminar to strengthen their skills for seeking full-time employment upon graduation. The objective of this internship is to give students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise and relate actual job experience to coursework learned in the classroom. Prerequisite: MPSM 600 Fashion Marketing Management MPSI 690 - CAREER EXPLORATION INTERNSHIP - 1 credit The intent of this internship is to add to the student’s exposure to areas of the fashion and marketing industries. The internship gives students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise and relate actual job experience to work learned in the classroom and should be in an area relevant to the student’s overall career goals and experience. At the end of the semester students submit a required time-sheet documenting attendance. Student must intern with the sponsoring company for the duration of the semester in order to pass. This internship does not count towards graduation requirements and is offered during all semesters.

MPSX 700 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. *Prerequisite: Students must have been employed full-time during their entire enrollment in the MPS degree program at LIM College or have successfully completed two one-credit Career Exploration Internships (MPSI 690). Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Graduate Studies. MPSX 701 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS- SPECIAL PROJECT - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. This course also includes a special project. The special project will relate to an industry effort assigned by the instructor. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690). If a

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student is not employed full time, but has successfully completed a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690), the student would be eligible for MPSX 701.

MPSM 609 - CAPSTONE IN FASHION MARKETING – 3 credits During the capstone class, students have the opportunity to synthesize and demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired from the other courses completed in the program. Based on previous class content, students choose fashion marketing projects related to the changing world of fashion, product development, producers of apparel, global marketing of fashion, policies and strategies of fashion; and the relationship between sales and consumer behavior. The project necessitates the use of fashion retail analysis and developing a comprehensive marketing plan. Prerequisite: MPSM 600 Fashion Marketing Management

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Visual Merchandising Curriculum

Course ID Course Titles Credits Prerequisite CORE COURSES MPSV 651 Visual Merchandising: The Communicator of the Brand 3 MPSV 652 Sales and Consumer Behavior 3 MPSV 653 Technical Drawing and Design 3 MPSV 654 Advanced Product Presentation 3 MPSV 655 Digital Merchandising 3 MPSV 656 Color Theory and Three-Dimensional Design 3 MPSV 657 Advanced Store Design 3

MPSV 658 Green Design 3

INTERNSHIP COURSES

MPSV 659 Internship in Visual Merchandising 3

MPSI 690 Career Exploration Internship 1

MPSX 700 Influencing in Organizations 3 See page 63

MPSX 701 Influencing in Organizations - Special Project 3 See page 64

CAPSTONE MPSV 660 Capstone Project: Visual Merchandising 3

SEMESTER ONE: MPSV 651 - VISUAL MERCHANDISING: THE COMMUNICATOR OF THE BRAND - 3 credits Today's retail store is a tool of communication, delivering quality messages to the targeted customer. One of the primary tools used within a retail environment to engage the consumer is visual merchandising. Through research, analysis and field surveys, students become acquainted with the techniques and methodologies used to project a brand image and to create a meaningful visual dialogue with the customer. MPSV 652 - SALES AND CONSUMER BEHAVIOR - 3 credits Sales and consumer behavior affect all aspects of design, production, merchandising and promotion in the fashion industry. This course offers graduate students a foundation of learning that supports their ability to assess consumer situations and provide conclusions to increase, and therefore influence, retail sales. Students will also learn to identify and interpret the needs and wants of consumers and how industry processes are applied to plan, develop, produce, communicate and sell profitable product lines. Specifics, such as how psychological, sociological and cultural factors influence the what, when, where, why and how consumers buy what they buy is studied. Additional topics range from consumer attitudes, personality and values, to the global marketplace, ethics and social responsibility.

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MPSV 653 - TECHNICAL DRAWING AND DESIGN - 3 credits All design-related fields are multi-faceted, requiring a variety of skills and abilities. Architects, store and interior designers, set and exhibit designers, and visual merchandisers must develop the skills necessary to communicate their design concepts to clients, supervisors, peers, subordinates and the facilitators of professional projects. Digital and mechanical drawing, basic architectural drawing, and design familiarity, such as perspective drawing, are important tools for today’s visual merchandiser. These drawings are not only an integral component of the design process; they are also part of the written contract between designer and client. This course familiarizes students with industry standards and current professional methods used in impactful presentation drawings. Topics covered include basic principles of digital drafting and rendering, and perspective drawing to convey and present three-dimensional design concepts. MPSV 654 - ADVANCED PRODUCT PRESENTATION - 3 credits Advanced Product Presentation offers an analysis of current presentation practices, theories and techniques. The coursework deals with methodology, themes and motifs and inherent qualities of varying classifications of merchandise. Hands-on work includes the design and installation of two different types of merchandise presentation: Window Design and All-Store Promotions. Each type is studied in class and/or on field trips to evaluate the most current and effective methods of presentation while supporting the image of the store. SEMESTER TWO: MPSV 655 - DIGITAL MERCHANDISING - 3 credits Digital Merchandising explores the merging of traditional brick and mortar merchandising techniques and digital technologies to provide a total consumer experience. Students examine experiential retailing through electronic merchandising strategies, including interactive displays, social media and other emerging digital technologies. Coursework includes an examination of the integration of digital technology into retail strategies to create thematic lifestyle experiences, consumer engagement, and brand recognition and extension. Topics include electronic merchandising theory, terminology, resources, industry acceptance and emerging career opportunities. MPSV 656 - COLOR THEORY AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN - 3 credits Color Theory and Three-Dimensional Design offers an advanced analysis of color properties and relationships and explores challenges of three-dimensional design. Students become familiar with a variety of terms, concepts and visual considerations that are commonly used in the fields of fashion, art and design. The basic art elements of line, color, shape and form are thoroughly explored through readings, class discussions, slide presentations and hands-on studio assignments. Students arrange and compose imagery with an understanding of color philosophy. They consider the psychological and suggestive power of color and principles of three-dimensional design as they relate to in-store presentation in a retail environment.

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MPSV 657 - ADVANCED STORE DESIGN - 3 credits Advanced Store Design offers an analysis of current practices, theories and techniques in store design and merchandise presentation. The coursework deals with methodology, themes and motifs, and inherent qualities of varying classifications of merchandise. Hands-on work includes site selection and schematic design of a 2,000 square-foot, two-level specialty store and the design and development of a store image and retail environment, including name, logo, tag line, packaging, fixturing and store design. MPSV 658 - GREEN DESIGN - 3 credits Green Design examines the history of sustainable store design and introduces basic guidelines of the LEED rating system. Students become acquainted with the terminology, philosophy, and tenets of sustainable design. They will also consider the professional responsibilities, practices, and techniques relative to sustainable design. Coursework includes case studies, research and analysis, and a review of best industry practices. SEMESTER THREE: MPSV 659 - INTERNSHIP IN VISUAL MERCHANDISING Visual Merchandising is a multi-faceted discipline and an integral component of any retail strategy. With the ever-changing face of retail, it is critical that students are provided with real-world experiences integrated into an academic format. This course exposes students to an in-depth analysis of the retail store environment. It’s structured in three parts: an assessment of the types of jobs available in the corporate and store environment; an eight-week experiential internship within the corporate office of a major retailer; and professional development sessions to enhance the student’s competitiveness in the professional world. Throughout the course, students will complete a journal designed to capture their experiences with the retailer. MPSI 690 - CAREER EXPLORATION INTERNSHIP - 1 credit The intent of this internship is to add to the student’s exposure to areas of the fashion industry and visual merchandising. The internship gives students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise and relate actual job experience to work learned in the classroom and should be in an area relevant to the student’s overall career goals and experience. At the end of the semester, students submit a required time-sheet documenting their attendance. Student are required to intern with the sponsoring company for the duration of the semester in order to pass. This internship does not count towards graduation requirements and is offered during all semesters. MPSX 700 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. *Prerequisite: Students must have been employed full-time during their entire enrollment in the MPS degree program at LIM College or have successfully completed two one-credit Career Exploration Internships

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(MPSI 690). Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Graduate Studies. MPSX 701 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS - SPECIAL PROJECT - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. This course also includes a special project. The special project will relate to an industry effort assigned by the instructor. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690). If a student is not employed full time, but has successfully completed a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690), the student would be eligible for MPSX 701. MPSV 660 - CAPSTONE: VISUAL MERCHANDISING- 3 credits The capstone project exposes students to the inter-related disciplines of the professional store planning, design, and visual merchandising fields and improves the student’s skills in problem- solving, methods of research, presentation techniques, marketing, and written and verbal communications. It also develops skills in time-management, project management, and planning. The course project is a case study of a successful store installation or departmental renovation. Students assess and review the conceptualization, design, design development, specification and installation process.

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Global Fashion Supply Chain Management Curriculum Course ID Course Title Credits Prerequisite CORE COURSES MPSS 600 Supply Chain Management Fundamentals 3 MPSS 601 The Relationship Between Fashion and the Supply Chain 3 MPSS 602 Logistics Management 3 MPSS 603 Global Business Management 3 MPSS 604 Strategic Sourcing Solutions (Industry Exploration) 3 MPSS 600 MPSS 605 Innovation and Change Management 3 MPSS 606 Supply Chain Management From an E-Commerce Perspective 3 MPSS 600 MPSS 607 Supply Chain Analytics 3 MPSS 608 Project and People Management 3 INTERNSHIP COURSES MPSS 610 Internship in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management 3 MPSI 690 Career Exploration Internship 1 MPSX 700 Influencing in Organizations 3 See page 67 MPSX 701 Influencing in Organizations - Special Project 3 See page 68 CAPSTONE MPSS 609 Capstone: Supply Chain Management Industry Project 3 MPSS 600

MPSS 601 MPSS 602 MPSS 603 MPSS 604 MPSS 605 MPSS 606 MPSS 607

SEMESTER ONE: MPSS 600 - SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS - 3 Credits This introductory course defines the supply chain and provides background information to introduce the concepts in the program. The objective is for students to understand the challenges of managing an effective supply chain, including variability, organizational silos and tradeoffs. Students learn the importance of supply chain metrics and other performance monitors. MPSS 601 - THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FASHION AND THE SUPPLY CHAIN - 3 Credits This course provides students with a perspective on how in-house and outsourced sourcing departments contribute to the design, production and distribution of goods. Students learn about the design process and the role that the supply chains plays in merchandising decisions. For the class project, students develop an integrated sourcing calendar that demonstrates the need for collaboration throughout the supply chain.

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MPSS 602 - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT - 3 Credits This course will cover all elements of distribution and logistics management. These include: the physical distribution of goods, warehouse selection, material handling, packaging, order fulfillment, customer service, inventory management, receiving, production stores, and returned goods. The course also addresses key technology issues, such as: enterprise resource planning (ERP), bar coding, electronic data interchange (EDI), electronic commerce (e-commerce) and distribution resource planning (DRP). Students will gain the knowledge needed to be effective in a logistics management role. MPSS 603 - GLOBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - 3 Credits This course focuses on the particular traits needed to develop a global perspective and bring together the necessary multicultural business alliances to lead global projects. The course also examines ethics in relation to social responsibility and the importance of ethical decision-making in the context of global textile and apparel businesses. Students will also explore various leadership theories and models needed within the global business environment. SEMESTER TWO: MPSS 604 - STRATEGIC SOURCING SOLUTIONS (INDUSTRY EXPLORATION) - 3 Credits This course focuses on an understanding of the strategic importance of operations and how efficient practices can provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Students evaluate product and supply chain characteristics and learn a framework for aligning the correct strategies for an effective supply chain that supports the organization’s long-term strategic goals. MPSS 605- INNOVATION AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT - 3 Credits This course provides students with the elementary quantitative tools needed within the supply chain field. This course highlights methods that are frequently used by many businesses, while introducing students to a collection of quantitative tools designed to enhance managerial decision-making. Students will learn the skills necessary to transition individuals, teams and organizations to a desired future state. MPSS 606 - SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT FROM AN E-COMMERCE PERSPECTIVE - 3 Credits This course provides an understanding of how sourcing and product fulfillment have evolved to meet the demands of the e-commerce business model. Students will learn about information sharing within the supply chain and tactics for reducing inventory costs, such as point-of-sale data and automation replenishment, vendor-managed inventory, postponement, and drop shipping. Through class assignments students evaluate operations management tactics for online sales. MPSS 607 - SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYTICS - 3 Credits This course involves the application of frameworks and mathematical modelling tools for supply chain management problems, including the uncertainty matrix and its role in supply

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chain strategy development. Students apply quantitative skills for demand forecasting, aggregate planning, and sales and operations planning. SEMESTER THREE: MPSS 608 - PROJECT AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT - 3 Credits This course focuses on the human relations and project management aspects of supply chain management. Students will learn how to address the challenges of managing complex team structures, such as those often found within the supply chain network. Students grasp basic project management skills, such as resource and time management, while also learning how to assign and monitor responsibilities within the project team. MPSI 690 - CAREER EXPLORATION INTERNSHIP- 1 credit The intent of this internship is to add to the student’s exposure to areas of the fashion industry and supply chain. This internship gives students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise and relate actual job experience to work learned in the classroom and should be in an area relevant to the student’s overall career goals and experience. At the end of the semester, students are required to submit a time-sheet documenting attendance. Students must intern with the sponsoring company for the duration of the semester in order to pass. This internship does not count towards graduation requirements and is offered during all semesters. MPSS 610 - INTERNSHIP IN GLOBAL FASHION SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - 3 credits A semester long internship complements the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom and enables students to obtain the perspective of a work environment. This internship exposes students to a part-time work experience in the fashion industry, broadening their skills in an area relevant to their career goals. In addition, students attend a weekly development seminar to strengthen their skills for seeking full-time employment upon graduation. The objective of this internship is to give students an opportunity to evaluate, appraise and relate actual job experience to coursework learned in the classroom. This course can be taken in place of MPSS 608: Project and People Management. MPSX 700 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. *Prerequisite: Students must have been employed full-time during their entire enrollment in the MPS degree program at LIM College or have successfully completed two one-credit Career Exploration Internships (MPSI 690). Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Graduate Studies. This course can be taken in place of MPSS 608: Project and People Management.

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MPSX 701 - INFLUENCING IN ORGANIZATIONS- SPECIAL PROJECT - 3 credits This course helps students develop influencing skills that are important to success in nearly all professional settings. The skills that are emphasized in this course include receiving feedback, making persuasive presentations, influencing others, and managing negotiations. Based upon existing work experience(s), this course will provide students with an opportunity to explore their effectiveness in a team and as individual contributors. The course is experiential and provides many opportunities for students to observe, analyze, and practice their influencing skills through role playing and other skills-development exercises. This course also includes a special project. The special project will relate to an industry effort assigned by the instructor. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690). If a student is not employed full time, but has successfully completed a one-credit Career Exploration Internship (MPSI 690), the student would be eligible for MPSX 701. This course can be taken in place of MPSS 608: Project and People Management. MPSS 609 - CAPSTONE COURSE- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT INDUSTRY PROJECT - 3 Credits The capstone class is designed to give students an opportunity to synthesize and demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired from the courses completed throughout the program. Based on previous class content, students complete a supply chain management project that relates to the dynamics of the fashion industry. The project provides students with an opportunity to apply what they have learned to a real-world scenario.

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2016-2017 Graduate Academic Calendar updated: 07/18/2016

July-16 Event

Friday, July 1 College closed Mon - Tues, Jul 4 - 5 July 4th extended holiday - College closed

Friday, July 8 College closed Friday, July 15 College closed except for Summer High School program Friday, July 22 College closed except for Summer High School program

Thursday, July 28 Semester 1, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline to avoid deregistration from Semester 1, 2016 courses. This includes all housing charges.

Friday, July 29 College closed except for Summer High School program Wednesday, July 20 CEO Speaker Series, Nick Woodhouse: President & CMO, Authentic Brands

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August-16 Event Friday, August 5 College closed

Mon-Fri, Aug 8-Aug 19 Final Examinations period, at the discretion of instructor

Mon-Fri, Aug 8-Aug 19 Capstone Presentation period, at the discretion of instructor

Friday, August 12 College closed Fri-Sun, Aug 12-14 Check in to residence hall for new Semester 1, 2016 MPS international

students Monday, August 15 Internship Placement is due for Semester 1, 2016

Wed - Fri, Aug 17 - 19 New Semester 1, 2016 MPS international student orientation Friday, August 19 Last day of MPS Semester 3 Friday, August 19 Check out of residence hall, by 10:00AM, for MPS Semester 3, 2016 students

not living in housing for Semester 1, 2016 Sunday, August 21 Check in to residence hall for new Semester 1, 2016 domestic students Tues - Fri, Aug 23 -

Aug 26 New Student Orientation/ Graduate Student Bootcamp

Wednesday, August 24

Emergency Response Training, from 6:00-9:00PM, for all students living in the Residence Hall. It is mandatory that resident students attend on either August 24th or August 25th.

Thursday, August 25 New Student Emergency Response Training, from 4:30-5:30PM. It is mandatory that all new students attend.

Thursday, August 25 Emergency Response Training, from 6:00-9:00PM, for all students living in the Residence Hall. It is mandatory that resident students attend on either August 24th or August 25th.

Saturday, August 27 Check in to residence hall, from noon - 5:00PM, for returning students Sunday, August 28 Annual Street Fair for students, staff & faculty

Monday, August 29 Semester 1, 2016 begins; Add/Drop begins

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Monday, August 29 Students begin internship for MPS Semester 1, 2016

September-16 Event Fri-Mon, Sept 2- Sept

5 Labor Day weekend – College closed

Tuesday, Sept 6 Last day, by 4:00PM, to Add/Drop a class for Semester 1, 2016

Wednesday, September 7

Semester 1 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade of "W" during the 2nd week of the semester

Wed - Sat, Sept 7 - 10 Retail Run

Monday, September 12

Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the semester

Wednesday, September 14

Amazing Career Race

Monday, September 19

Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 75% during the 4th week of the semester

Friday, September 23 Last day to withdraw, by 4:00PM, from course(s) without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

Tuesday, September 27

CEO Speaker Series, Mark Mendelson: CEO, Ellen Tracy

Friday, September 30 Student health insurance online waiver deadline

October-16 Event

Monday, October 3 Rosh Hashanah – College closed Fri-Sun, Oct 7- 9 Family & Friends Weekend

Monday, October 10 Columbus Day - College closed Wednesday, October

12 Yom Kippur - College closed

Monday, October 17 Administrative withdrawal of students for non-payment of semester charges Thu-Sat, Oct 20-Oct

22 Fashion: Now & Then Conference at LIM College

Monday, October 24 Registration begins for Semester 2, 2017 Tuesday, October 25 Career Day - graduate classes in session

TBD President's Student Forum TBD CEO Speaker Series

November-16 Event Wed-Sat, Nov 23-26 Thanksgiving weekend – College closed

TBD CEO Speaker Series

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December-16 Event Mon-Fri, Dec 5- Dec

16 Final Examination period, at the discretion of Instructor

Mon-Fri, Dec 5- Dec 16

Capstone Presentation period, at the discretion of the instructor

Monday, December 12

Semester 2, 2017 tuition and fees payment deadline to avoid deregistration from Semester 2, 2017 courses. This includes all housing charges.

Friday, December 16 Semester 1, 2016 Classes end Friday, December 16 Check out of residence hall 24-hours after last exam and no later than 5:00PM

on Friday, Dec 16th for resident students not registered for Semester 2, 2017 Thurs - Mon, Dec 22-

Jan 2 Winter Break – College closed

January-17 Event Tuesday, January 3 LIM College reopens

Thurs- Sun Jan 5-Jan 15

Cross-Cultural Analysis Trip

Fri-Sun, Jan 6-Jan 8 Check in to residence hall for new Semester 2, 2017 graduate international students

Sunday, January 8 Check in to residence hall for new Semester 2, 2017 graduate domestic students

Mon-Thurs, Jan 9-12 New Student Orientation/ Graduate Student Bootcamp Monday, January 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – College closed Tuesday, January 17 Semester 2, 2017 semester begins; Add/drop begins Monday, January 23 Last day, by 4:00PM, to add/drop a class for Semester 2, 2017 semester Tuesday, January 24 Semester 2 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade of "W" during the

2nd week of the semester Monday, January 30 Semester 2 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition

liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the semester Tuesday, January 31 Student health insurance online waiver deadline (for Semester 2, 2017 only

students – those not enrolled Semester 1, 2016) TBD CEO Speaker Series

February-17 Event Monday, February 6 Semester 2 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition

liability of 75% during the 4th week of the semester Friday, February 10 Last day to withdraw from a course(s), by 4:00PM, without incurring a failing

grade with 100% tuition liability Tues-Fri, Feb 14 -

Mar 3 Priority residence hall room selection for returning students

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Fri-Mon, Feb 17-20 Presidents' weekend - College closed TBD CEO Speaker Series

March-17 Event Wednesday, March 1 Priority FAFSA filing deadline for new & continuing students for Academic Year

2017-2018 (applications still accepted after the priority deadline, but availability of some funds will be limited)

Tuesday, March 7 Administrative withdrawal of students for non-payment of semester charges Mon-Fri, Mar 13 -

Mar 17 Spring Break - College closed

Monday, March 27 Registration begins for Semester 3, 2017 TBD CEO Speaker Series

April-17 Event Thursday, April 13 Semester 3, 2017 tuition and fees payment deadline to avoid deregistration

from Semester 3, 2017 courses. This includes all housing charges. Friday, April 14 Good Friday - College closed

Wednesday, April 19 Delta Mu Delta Honor Society Induction Ceremony Thursday, April 20 Career Fair - graduate classes in session

TBD President's Student Forum TBD CEO Speaker Series

May-17 Event Mon-Fri, May 1- May

12 Final Examination Period, at the discretion of instructor

Monday, May 8 Placement for 3-credit internship due for Semester 3 Friday, May 12 Semester 2, 2017 Classes end Friday, May 12 Graduation Toast Friday, May 12 Check out of residence hall for Semester 2, 2017 24-hours after last exam and

no later than 5:00PM on Friday, May 12 Sunday, May 21 Check in to residence hall, noon - 3:00PM, for LIM College Semester 3, 2017

students not already in housing Monday, May 22 Semester 3, 2017 begins; Add/drop begins Monday, May 22 Students begin 3-credit internship

Thursday, May 25 Commencement Friday, May 26 Check out of residence hall, by 10:00AM, for graduated students

Fri-Mon, May 26 -29 Memorial Day Weekend – College closed Tuesday, May 30 Last day, by 4:00PM, to add/drop a class for the Semester 3, 2017

Wednesday, May 31 Semester 3 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade of "W" during the 2nd week of the semester

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June-17 Event Friday, June 2 College closed

Monday, June 5 Semester 3 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the semester

Friday, June 9 College closed Monday, June 12 Semester 3 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition

liability of 75% during the 4th week of the semester Thursday, June 15 Last day to withdraw, by 4:00PM, from a Semester 3 course without incurring

a failing grade with 100% tuition liability Friday, June 16 College closed

Monday, June 19 Registration for Semester 1, 2017 begins Friday, June 23 College closed

Thurs - Tues, Jun 29 - Jul 4

July 4th extended holiday - College closed

TBD CEO Speaker Series

July-17 Event Friday, July 7 College closed

Friday, July 14 College closed except for Summer High School program Friday, July 21 College closed except for Summer High School program

Thursday, July 27 Semester 1, 2017 tuition and fees payment deadline to avoid deregistration from Semester 1, 2017 courses. This includes all housing charges.

Friday, July 28 College closed except for Summer High School program TBD CEO Speaker Series

August-17 Event Friday, August 4 College closed

Mon- Fri, Aug 7 - Aug 18

Final Examination period, at the discretion of Instructor

Mon- Fri, Aug 7 - Aug 18

Capstone Presentation period, at the discretion of the instructor

Friday, August 11 College closed Thursday, August 17 Semester 3, 2017 ends

Friday, August 18 Check out of residence hall for LIM College Semester 3, 2017 students not living in housing for Semester 1, 2017

Tues-Thurs, Aug 22-24

New Student Orientation/Graduate Student Bootcamp

Monday, August 28 Semester 1, 2017 begins

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August-16 Event Monday, August 29 Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 begins; Add/Drop begins

September-16 Event Sunday, September 4 Last day, by 11:59PM, to Add/Drop a class for Semester 1

Module 1, 2016 Sunday, September 4 Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline

to avoid deregistration from Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 courses

Monday, September 5 Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 25% during the 2nd week of the Module

Monday, September 12 Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the Module

Sunday, September 18 Last day to withdraw, by 11:59PM, from a course(s) without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

October-16 Event Sunday, October 23 End of Semester 1 Module 1, 2016

Monday, October 24 Semester 1 Module 2, 2016 begins. Add/drop period begins Sunday, October 30 Last day, by 11:59PM, to add/drop a class for Semester 1

Module 2, 2016 Sunday, October 30 Semester 1 Module 2, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline

to avoid deregistration from Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 courses

Monday, October 31 Semester 1 Module 2 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade a "W" & tuition liability of 25% during the 2nd week of the Module

November-16 Event Monday, November 7 Semester 1 Module 2, 2016 Withdrawal period continues; will

receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the Module

Sunday, November 13 Last day to withdraw, by 11:59PM, from a course(s) without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

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December-16 Event

Sunday, December 18 End of Semester 1 Module 2, 2016 Thurs - Mon, Dec 22- Jan 2 Winter Break – College closed

January-17 Event Tuesday, January 3 LIM College reopens

Tues- Fri, Jan 3 - Jan 6 Winter Intersession Wed- Sat, Jan 4-Jan 14 Cross-Cultural Analysis Trip

Monday, January 9 Semester 2 Module 1, 2017 begins; Add/drop period begins Sunday, January 15 Last day, by 11:59PM, to add/drop a class for Semester 2

Module 1, 2017 Sunday, January 15 Semester 2 Module 1, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline

to avoid deregistration from Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 courses

Monday, January 16 Semester 2 Module 1, 2017 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade a "W" & tuition liability of 25% during the 2nd week of the Module

Monday, January 23 Semester 2 Module 1, 2016 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the Module

Thursday, January 26 Student health insurance online waiver deadline (for Semester 2 only students – those not enrolled Semester 1, 2016)

Sunday, January 29 Last day to withdraw from a course(s), by 11:59PM, without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

March-17 Event Wednesday, March 1 Priority FAFSA filing deadline for new & continuing students for

Academic Year 2017-2018 (applications still accepted after the priority deadline, but availability of some funds will be limited)

Sunday, March 5 End of Semester 2 Module 1, 2017 Monday, March 6 Semester 2 Module 2, 2017 begins; Add/drop period begins Sunday, March 12 Last day, by 11:59PM, to add/drop a class for Semester 2

Module 2, 2017 Sunday, March 12 Semester 2 Module 2, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline

to avoid deregistration from Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 courses

Monday, March 13 Semester 2 Module 2, 2017 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade a "W" & tuition liability of 25% during the 2nd week of the Module.

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Monday, March 20 Semester 2 Module 2, 2016 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the Module

Sunday, March 26 Last day to withdraw from a course(s), by 11:59PM, without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

April-17 Event Sunday, April 30 End of Semester 2 Module 2, 2017

May-17 Event

Monday , May 1 Semester 3 Module 1, 2017 begins; Add/drop period begins Sunday, May 7 Last day, by 11:59PM, to add/drop a class for Semester 3

Module 1, 2017 Sunday, May 7 Semester 3 Module 1, 2016 tuition and fees payment deadline

to avoid deregistration from Semester 1 Module 1, 2016 courses

Monday, May 8 Semester 3 Module 1, 2017 Withdrawal period begins; will receive a grade a "W" & tuition liability of 25% during the 2nd week of the Module

Monday, May 15 Semester 3 Module 1, 2016 Withdrawal period continues; will receive a grade of "W" & tuition liability of 50% during the 3rd week of the Module

Sunday, May 21 Last day to withdraw from a course(s), by 11:59PM, without incurring a failing grade with 100% tuition liability

Thursday, May 25 Commencement

June-17 Event TBD NYC Online Tour (optional)

Sunday, June 25 End of Semester 3 Module 1, 2017

August-17 Event Monday, August 28 Semester 1 Module 1, 2017 begins; Add/drop period begins

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