Q1
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Can I receive the same caliber of
education via distance learning that I
can by attending class in person? |
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Through distance learning the caliber of
education will the identical but the
classroom environment tends to be more
challenging to most students.
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Q2
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What sort of accreditation does the ESPM
department hold and how will my degree
be applicable in the work field? |
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In October 2007 the ESPM department at
University of Alaska Anchorage received
global accreditation from the Project
Management Institute (PMI). An MSPM
Degree is applicable in almost every
Science, Engineering or Project field as
effective management is such a vital
part of success.
To view our letter of accreditation
click here. |
Q3
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I do not live in Alaska. Am I able to
take Classes from the ESPM Department? |
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Yes, the MSPM Program has distance learning
capability and currently has students
participating via video-conference in
Nigeria, Chille, Juneau, Valdez, Fairbanks,
Kenai, Kodiak, North Slope, Long Beach
California, Florida, New Orleans and South
Korea. In addition, we currently have a 14 MSPM Students studying
in Seattle, Washington for which our faculty
members travel to Seattle to offer classes
every-other weekend. Please contact the ESPM
Department to host MSPM Classes in your
area. |
Q4
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What sort of components will I need to
take a class via distance education? |
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A
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As a distance or traveling student, classes
are accessible to you real-time through MSN
Messenger. To utilize this you will need a
computer, an internet connection (preferably
not dialup), a webcam, and a headset.
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Q5
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I have everything I need, how do I join
the class? |
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A
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Instructions
for installing MSN Messenger and connecting
for class can be found here.
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Q6
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How do I turn in my assignments as a
distance student and receive instructor
feedback? |
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A
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Assignments for distance students will be
turned in via Blackboard. Interaction with
instructors and feedback can be obtained
through live connections during class
sessions, emails, blackboard forums, and
phone conferencing. Instructions for how to
use blackboard can be found on
A7. |
Q7
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What is blackboard and how can I access
it? |
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Blackboard is a course management system
that allows for dynamic learning to occur in
the online environment. The tools provided
by the Blackboard software allow students
and faculty to post and share documents and
other course content, write via email and
posted discussion boards, and even have
synchronous, or "real-time" conversations in
a virtual classroom.
Detailed instructions on how to use this
software can be found by clicking the here.
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Q8
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I have limited computer skills, will
this be a problem? |
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If you have the skills to view these FAQ's &
Tutorials and the patients to work with one
of our skilled and helpful computer techs,
there should be no problems. Rest assured
if anything comes up the ESPM department
will work closely with you to resolve any
conflicts. |
Q9
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I Travel a lot on business trips often.
Will this conflict? |
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All class lectures are video-taped and
available for viewing via the web
approximately one hour after the class
lecture ends. Class videos are also
available for check-out at the ESPM Office.
Please note that this sort of delivery or
information is intended as a safety net for
missed classes or enhancements to review
material again, not as a supplement to
attending in person or via webcam. If you
plan to take a class with limited real time
connection special approval of the
instructor is required. |
Q10
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What if I can’t sort the system out once
classes begin? What sort of
accommodations will be made to assist
me? |
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A few provisions are in place to help
prospective students unsure if the ESPM
department is right for them. A prospective
student may take up to 3 classes as a
non-degree seeking student without
having to apply to the MSPM degree program.
This helps unsure students get a feel for
classes and course materials before they
have to go through the process of applying
to the program. Also, if after a week, the
student does not feel the class will work
out for whatever reason, a full refund of
all tuition and fees will be given. |
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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
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Q11
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How
far in advance must I apply? |
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Always allow enough time for your
application to be processed before the
commencement of the semester. The semester
dates at UAA are available in an online
schedule at
http://edit.uaa.alaska.edu/records/catalogs/schedules.cfm.
International students should allow up to
four months between the time you first send
your application to UAA and the beginning of
the semester. As an example, for
international students, if you want to
register for the fall semester beginning in
August, submit your application in April. |
Q12
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How
do I apply for the MSPM Program? |
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Applications can be made online on the UAA
website.
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions/apply_for_admission.cfm
This is the UAA link incorporating a
‘registration wizard’, an online resource
that can guide you in completing your
application. International students must
fill out a paper-based application by
selecting this option from the UAA website.
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions/printed_application_forms.cfm.
Once you have verified that the application
deadline for the semester you are seeking
admission in has not passed, you can fill
out your applications online. Always allow
24 hours after your application to obtain a
student ID number. This student ID number
will be used in most of your correspondence
with the UAA. Non-degree seeking students
can also apply for admission from the UAA
admissions website
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions/apply_for_admission.cfm |
Q13
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What must I submit with my application? |
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Please refer to our application
checklist
(UAA New Student Checklist) to be
sure to have included all the relevant
material for your application to be
processed. Remember that you need to
satisfy both the UAA requirements and
the Department requirements for
admission. Submit to UAA Admissions:
• UAA Application
• Transcripts showing successful
completion of a relevant undergraduate
degree and completion
of statistics course Submit Directly to
ESPM Department Chair at
ayespm@uaa.alaska.edu :
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose (2-pages
discussing your background, career
goals, expected timeline
for program study, and any additional
pertinent information)
Click here for guide |
Q14
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How can I check the status of my
application? |
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You can check the status of your
application at UA Online at
www.uaonline.alaska.edu. Click
“Login to Secured Area” and follow the
instructions to access your secure UAA
account. You can then check the status
of your application as well as register
for classes and obtain schedules for the
classes you are registered in. |
Q15
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Is the cost for distance students
different from the cost for local students? |
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The cost of the Tuition + PM program fee
is the same for distance and local
students ($301 Tuition + $301 PM program
fee/ 1 credit).
Students who are not residents of Alaska
pay a non-resident surcharge of $314 per
one credit if they take more than 4
credits in a semester. |
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MISC.
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Q16
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I have a question not answered here!
Where can I find the answers I need? |
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Please call Michelle Webb at (907)
786-1924 or send e-mail at anmlw1@uaa.alaska.edu for more information about our
program and the opportunities it
provides! |
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