General Catalog - John F. Kennedy University

School of ManagementSchool ofManagementLinked BS and Masters’ ProgramsQualified undergraduate students may link to the MA in organizationalpsychology or to the MBA program. To be eligible to apply,a student must have been admitted to the undergraduate programand have:• Completed at least 165 undergraduate units.• Completed all requirements for the Bachelor of Science,except for 15 units in specialization or general electives ora combination of both.• Achieved a GPA of at least 3.0 (B) in the major.AdmissionTo be admitted to a linked program, the student must completethe following requirements prior to the beginning of the first quarterin which the student begins taking linked courses:• Submit a Request for Linked Eligibility Review, a Petitionfor Degree (for the BS degree) with the appropriate fee,and an Application Supplement with the appropriatenon-refundable fee to the admissions office. (Thesedocuments should be submitted together.)• Supply any additional documentation required foradmission to the MBA or MA program.• Have eligibility for linking formally verified by theregistrar’s office.• If eligible to link, arrange for a pre-admission interviewwith the MBA or MA program chair.• Be formally approved for admission to thegraduate program.Linked programs are a great way for students to continue theirstudies and take advantage of the overall savings in both time andmoney. Linked students can complete their undergraduate degreerequirements and jump start their graduate degree program at thesame time.Once accepted to either the MBA or MA program, linked studentswill begin taking the entry-level core/foundation courses in thatprogram and pay graduate-level tuition. Since linked students arestill undergraduate students, financial aid will be based onundergraduate tuition rates. Linked students receiving financialaid are encouraged to meet with a financial aid counselor forfull details. All students are reminded that they are personallyresponsible for the payment of all tuition and fees.Linked students must maintain a minimum 3.0 (B) grade-pointaverage in graduate courses. Graduate units completed at the universityprior to admission to the linked program or beyond the15-unit limit of linked units may be applied to only one degree.Graduate transfer credit is not permitted in a linked program.Legal Studies ProgramsJFK University is the only school in northern California to offera bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies along with a paralegalcertificate. The department’s mission is to provide a curriculumthat focuses on the practical application of the substantive lawwhile encouraging critical thinking, ethical conduct, and socialresponsibility. With this in mind, students will gain the knowledge,practical application skills, attitudes, and values that are necessaryto excel as legal professionals. Graduates are able to pursue careersas paralegals working for lawyers, law offices, corporations, andgovernmental agencies.Note that the policies and procedures in this section of the catalogapply to both the paralegal certificate and the BA program.MissionTo provide Legal Studies students with a curriculum that iscurrent and focuses on the practical application of substantive lawwhile encouraging critical thinking, ethical conduct, and socialresponsibility.Goals and ObjectivesThe Legal Studies program will provide students with the knowledge,skills, tools, and values necessary to be effective members ofa legal team. We will provide students with:• Analytical and critical thinking ability;• Strong written communication skills;• Proficiency in legal research and legal writing;• The knowledge of the ethical guidelines and limitationsgoverning the profession in the public and private sectors;• The ability to navigate the use of various technologies.Program Learning OutcomesThe specific goals of the Legal Studies program are to providestudents with the knowledge, skills, tools, and values necessary tobe effective members of a legal team. At the end of the program, allgraduates should be able to:• Demonstrate proficiency in legal writing.• Describe and assess the ethical obligations and limitationsof legal professionals in specific factual situations.74 School of Management John F. Kennedy University