STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS IN GEORGIA

This Bachelor of Science program prepares students for graduate-level studies in architecture, for graduate study in related fields, or a variety of careers related to architecture, the building industry, or government service.

B.S - Building Construction is a management-based course of study that prepares students for leadership roles in the construction industry. The curriculum is designed to teach students the basic principles and practices of construction management, real estate development, science, and technology.

B.S - Civil Engineering enables the graduate to enter professional practice as an engineer or to continue his or her studies in programs leading to advanced degrees in the following broad fields of specialization: construction engineering and management, environmental engineering, environmental hydraulics, geotechnical engineering, hydrology, materials, structural engineering and mechanics, transportation, and water resources planning and management.

B.S - Computer Engineering programs include elective hours, enabling students to individually tailor their programs to provide emphasis in a particular specialization or exposure to a broad range of subjects. Engineering analysis and design concepts are integrated throughout both programs, culminating in a common major design experience involving a broad range of issues including economic and societal considerations.

BBA Accounting prepare students for professional careers in Accounting.  In Addition to the BBA learning outcomes, upon successful completion of the program, Accounting majors

The Master of Arts in Accounting degree requires 30 semester hours. Successfully completing the Master of Arts in Accounting degree will allow students with an undergraduate degree in Accounting or the equivalent to satisfy the 150 semester ­ hour requirement in most states and territories in order to apply for Admissions to the unified Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination.

Admissions:-

• Complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT).

• An undergraduate degree in business from an accredited college or university which includes or has been supplemented by the following Clark Atlanta University courses or their equivalent listed below:

 ? Intermediate Accounting I
? Intermediate Accounting II
? Cost Accounting
? Accounting Information Systems
? Auditing
? Individual Income Tax
? Business income Tax
? Advanced Accounting

Deficiencies in meeting these course requirements must be made up without credit in the graduate program. Any undergraduate courses that are prerequisites for graduate courses must be completed without graduate credit for Admissions to the course in question.

Program Objectives:

    * Engage in the larger religious culture with a thorough understanding of world religions.
    * Exhibit an understanding of hermeneutical principles by using proper methodology in biblical interpretation.
    * Recognize and evaluate in light of biblical revelation the major schools of thought in historical and contemporary theology.
    * State and defend a worldview that is consistent with biblical revelation and stated in theological terms.

Program Objectives:-

    * Understand the spiritual dynamics of Christian leadership.
    * Exhibit an understanding of key organizational leadership elements such as ethics, communication, and organizational development.
    * Exhibit relevant and effective problem solving and conflict resolution methodologies.
    * Identify power structures within organizational models and how to effect change within the cultural context.

The Master of Arts degree in Economics offers the opportunity to engage in study of contemporary economic issues. The curriculum also provides an innovative approach to the study of orthodox theories.

Admissions:-
 
The Department follows the general Admissions requirements of the University. However, applicants for the Master of Arts degree in Economics are required to have an undergraduate major in economics or a related field and have demonstrated ability to participate in graduate study. Proficiency examinations are given in intermediate macroeconomics and microeconomics prior to Admissions if these courses were taken five years prior to enrollment. Students who earn a grade lower than a "B" in each are required to repeat these courses.
 
Degree requirement:-
 
1. An approved sequence of courses that comprise at least twenty-seven (27) hours.
2. Eighteen (18) hours of core requirements (with a grade of "B" or better).
3. Nine (9) or fifteen (15) hours of additional course work.
4. A thesis and an oral examination on it. Six (6) credit hours are awarded upon completion of the thesis; or
5. A comprehensive examination after completing an additional six (6) credit hours in lieu of the thesis and thesis examination.  Students are given two chances to pass the comprehensive examination.
6. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
7. Students who earn less than a B average by the end of the first semester are placed on probation during their second semester. If by the end of the second semester students fail to have an average of "B" (3.0), they are dismissed from the Program, However, they may petition the Department for readmission.
8. Students enrolled in the Department for more than four years may be asked to take a theory proficiency examination in economics (macro and micro) and statistics. Depending on the performance, they may be asked to retake one, two or all three courses (not on the exam).