FAQ: Program and Procedures
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1. How many credits is the MS?
The MS program is a total of 30 credit hours. This does not include prerequiste courses.
For more detailed information visit our academics page.
2. How do you compare Fox to other schools? Where does Fox rank?
We leave the comparisons of the Fox School and other schools to you. For you to create a more informed decision we try to provide you with all the details of what makes the Fox MS Programs.
In January 2006, the Financial Times has ranked the Fox MBA #1 for International Mobility of Graduates and the only U.S. MBA Program in the Top Ten in all International categories. Among U.S. public institutions, Fox was ranked among the Top 20 for the second consecutive year and #1 Value among Public-urban business schools. The Financial Times has also ranked the Fox School Graduate Programs among the Top 50 Programs in the Nation and among the Top 75 Graduate Programs in the World.
3. What teaching methods are used in the Fox MBA Program?
The Fox School has incorporated a dynamic, integrated curriculum utilizing cases rooted in real-world business problems. Our Top research faculty coupled with small class sizes and a cutting edge curriculum give students a strategic perspective that is necessary to succeed in today’s business world. Our faculty determines the teaching method that they believe will be the most effective learning environment. Most of the faculty use a combination of lectures, discussions, case studies, group projects and simulations.
4. What type of career placement does Fox have?
Our Graduate Career Management Center is dedicated to the needs of Fox Graduate Students. The center provides valuable resources and assistance in focusing and preparing for post-graduate careers. We help you develop a career vision, make strategic career decisions, and build a strong foundation for continuous career and life management. Our graduates work throughout the world, in nearly every industry and function. For additional information, please visit the Career Development section of our website.
5. Does Fox offer a 1-year, full-time, part-time, evening, or distance-learning MBA?
In addition to the Fox MS Programs, the Fox School has a Full-time MBA (2 years), the Professional MBA (part-time), Executive MBA (part-time), International MBA (1-year full-time), Specialized Masters, and a PhD program. For more information on each of these programs please visit our website at www.fox.temple.edu/mbama/programs.
6. Is the admission process the same for full-time and part-time programs?
The admissions requirements are the same for both programs. However, Application Deadlines vary.
7. Can I waive any of my Foundation courses?
No. Foundation or Core course waivers are not offered for the Full-time MS or Part-time MS.
8. At which campuses are MS courses offered?
MS courses are offered at Temple University's Center City, Fort Washington, Ambler, and Main Campuses. Most students take their classes at the Fox School's Graduate Business Center at Temple University's Center City Campus (TUCC) which is located in the heart of Philadelphia's business district. TUCC is adjacent to top companies such as ARAMARK, GlaxoSmithKline, CIGNA, Comcast.
For maps and directions to these campuses, visit www.temple.edu/maps.
Joint Programs
Students must apply to both programs independently, with each having a different standardized test that the student must take, and the student must be admitted by both programs. You may apply to the joint MD/MBA program if you are in your second year of the MD. For more information about the different dual-degree programs please contact the admissions office, foxinfo@temple.edu. Admissions Office: 215-204-5890
