General Catalog - John F. Kennedy University

The JFK University School of Management seeks to establish a stimulating,supportive learning community, providing students with the knowledge, skills,and values necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic, global business environment. Ourcore values embrace the increasing relevance and acceptance of diversity of perspectives inthe global marketplace as well as a firm commitment to ethical and socially responsiblebusiness practices. Given the dynamic, changing nature of the management community, weconstantly review the current business and legal environment for which we prepare studentsto maintain currency with emerging trends and paradigms. Through coursework, research,and training opportunities, we encourage innovative thinking, teamwork, entrepreneurialspirit, and lifelong learning.The School of Management prepares students to become leaders and professionals inbusiness, nonprofit, and legal communities who are critical thinkers with strong analyticalskills, culturally competent, socially responsible, and prepared to influence positive change.Our community thrives on the values of honoring diverse perspectives, creating space fordialogue, and engaging the whole person in a transformative learning experience.School ofManagementStudents who complete programs in the School of Management learn and refine a variety ofcompetencies:• Effective writing in the form of research, process, and persuasive papers,• Effective oral communication including presentation,• Critical thinking (logic and rhetoric),• Problem-solving strategies and creative thinking,• Quantitative analysis,• Computer literacy and information retrieval skills,• Global business awareness,• Leadership development, and• Putting values into action.Goals• Engage students in a dynamic learning environment that integrates theory andpractice to ensure that the knowledge, skills, and values they gain prepare themfor their careers;• Develop strong communication skills to enable students to participate effectivelyin their fields;• Emphasize the human side of management, creating a good balance between“soft” skills and analytical and technical skills;• Develop cultural awareness and the ability to communicate and work effectivelyacross cultures;• Create opportunities for transformative learning where students emerge with a newsense of self and the ability to reach their potential and contribute to a civil society;• Extend our reach outside our local communities to provide greater access to aJFKU education through international and online education.