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SCHILLER INTERNATIONAL

UNIVERSITY

One World, One University

CAMPUSES

LARGO, FLORIDA - UNITED STATES

HEIDELBERG - GERMANY

MADRID - SPAIN

PARIS - FRANCE

CATALOG SUPPLEMENT

2014 – 2015

DECEMBER 1, 2014 EDITION

http://www.schiller.edu/

Schiller International University

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FLORIDA AND DISTANCE EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION ......................................................... 3

HEIDELBERG ADMINISTRATION ........................................................................................................ 4

MADRID ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................................. 5

PARIS ADMINISTRATION...................................................................................................................... 6

FLORIDA AND DISTANCE EDUCATION FACULTY ......................................................................... 7

HEIDELBERG FACULTY ........................................................................................................................ 7

MADRID FACULTY ................................................................................................................................. 7

TUITION AND FEES: LARGO, FLORIDA AND ONLINE .................................................................... 9

TUITION AND FEES: HEIDELBERG, MADRID AND PARIS ........................................................... 10

PAYMENT INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 11

1. Apply basic business practices to resolve international business problems. .......................................... 12

2. Assess market globalization factors and typical business strategies for competing in foreign markets. 12

3. Integrate culturally sensitive concepts within a global scale. ................................................................. 12

4. Analyze emerging issues facing countries or businesses in international markets. ............................... 12

Catalog Changes

Any action by the faculty, the administration, or the Board of Trustees that is duly announced to the

student body will supersede any statement published in this catalog or, if not published in the catalog,

will have the same status as a published statement. This catalog is effective when published and

supersedes all prior catalogs.

The University reserves the right to repeal, delete, change or amend any policies, regulations, and

provisions contained in this publication and may withdraw or modify any information contained herein.

Refer to the current Catalog Supplement for updates.


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FLORIDA AND DISTANCE EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION Name Title Phone Extension

Main Campus/Largo FL 727-736-5082 855-787-2262

Dr. Manuel Alonso President

Beverly Glass Campus Director 727-738-6350

Dr. Judie Bucholz Provost 727-738-6377

Dr. Eva Ananiewicz Dean Curriculum & Design/Distance

Learning

727-736-5082

Tricia Thompson Dir. of Nursing 727-738-6332

Theresa St. Pierre Nursing Instructor 727-738-5082

Keith Tomlinson Dir. of Admissions 727-738-6384

Phillip Clark Sr. Adm. Rep 727-738-6385

Diego Angel Admissions Rep. 727-738-6367

Andre Sergeyev Sr. FA Advisor 727-738-6348

Janielle Gray FA Advisor 727-738-6320

Gloria Moranski Admin. Assistant 727-738-5082

Dale Markham Registrar 727-738-6355

Carl Wyatt IT Systems Adm. 727-738-6381

Nancy Evans Librarian 727-738-6329

Gil Mulrooney Bookstore/Bursar 727-738-6327

Delowrence Key Student Success 727-738-6356


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HEIDELBERG ADMINISTRATION

Name Title Phone

Heidelberg Campus 06221-45-8111


Michael Reynon Campus Director 06221-45-8121

Dr. Nicolle Macho Campus Dean of Academics 06221-45-8115

Patricia Kershaw Financial Aid Advisor 06221-45-8122

Dr. Robert Scott Registrar/Head of Studies 06221-45-8124

Dawn Brlecic Assistant Registrar 06221-45-8114

Monika Weuster Career Services/ Off Campus Housing/

Health Insurance

06221-45-8116

Maryam Kazemi Bursar 06221-45-8118

Heidi Harrison Immigration Services/ Reception 06221-45-8111

Dr. Andreas Heinemann Librarian 06221-45-8113

Branislav Lujic Director of Admissions 06221-45-8125

James Sorenson Sr. Admissions Representative 06221-45-8132

Sazzad Hosain Sr. Admissions Representative 06221-45-8117

Ana Tomsic Admissions Representative 06221-45-8123


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MADRID ADMINISTRATION Name Title

Main Campus 34 91 448 2488

Dr. Manuel Alonso President /Campus Director

Isabel Campbell Deputy Campus Director/Registrar/Head of Studies

Edgar Barroso Director of MBA Program

Alexandre Chernavin Business Manager/Bursar

José Pinto Undergraduate Advisor

Ignacio Lopez-Messeguer Systems Administer (external contract)

Paloma Mesonero Campus Secretary/Housing/Student Services/Placement

Beatriz Ovejero Librarian/Web Master

Beatrice Torres Financial Aid/ PA to President

Fernando de Vicente Director of UK Operations/Full time Professor

Luis Plaza Director of Admissions

Mark Cintron Admissions Representative

Annette Castro Admissions Representative

Andrea Colloca Admissions Representative


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PARIS ADMINISTRATION Name Title

Main Campus 33 0 145 38 5601


Cyril Nehmé Acting Deputy Director

Maria Ferre Financial Aid Advisor

Louisa Gibbs Admission Representative

Georgi Kosev Admission Representative

Anna Marcikic Assistant to the Director

Malik Zahid Mehmood Director of Admissions

Lisa Agneessens Registrar

Fabrizio Veneziano Librarian, IT Manager


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FLORIDA AND DISTANCE EDUCATION FACULTY Name Degree

Eva Ananiewicz PhD, Argosy University; MBA University of Phoenix

Andrea Brvenick JD, Florida Coastal School of Law; MBA, Strayer University

Michael Cerio MS, Georgia State University

William Harris MBA, University of Southern Maine

Gerald Heideman PhD (ABD) Kent State University; MBA Kent State University,

MSE, Math and Engineering, University of Akron

Warren Jahn PhD, University of Tennessee-Knoxville; MS, University of

South Carolina

Henry LaChapelle MBA, Webster University.

Mohammad Sumadi PhD. (ABD), University of Southern Mississippi; DBA, Argosy

University; MS, Strayer university; MA, University of Florida.

Theresa St. Pierre MS, University of Phoenix

Stephan Varkony MHA, Walden University

Ulysses Weakley PhD., California Southern University; MSCJA, Chaminade

University; MA, Hawaii Pacific University; MBA, Keller

Graduate School of Management; MSIS, MS, Strayer University.

HEIDELBERG FACULTY Name Degree

Gerhard Bleifuss Dr. Phil. University of Mannheim

Krista Canfield MS in Psychology from the University of Phoenix

Patrick Dua Dr. Phil. University of Heidelberg

Theresa Dullmaier MS Business from University of Wisconsin

Matthew Hartman Ph.D. John Hopkins University

Hubert Hieke Ph.D. Economics, University of Tennessee

Nicolle Macho Ph.D. University of South Carolina; MBA Schiller International

University

Sanja Stevic MBA from the Henley Business School in the UK, MSc in

Psychology from the University of Kingston in the UK

Catherine Sweeney BA (Hons) University of Manchester

MADRID FACULTY Name Degree

Alexandra Aaron Associate Professor, (International Business, Economics)

Masters, Instituto de Estudios Bursátiles de Madrid; BBA Schiller

International University – Madrid


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Jorge Colvin,

Professor (Accounting & Finance) PhD. University of Antonio

de Nebrija. MBA Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Master in

Finance, Instituto de Estudios Bursátiles, Licenciatura in Business

Administration, Universidad de San Pablo, CEU

Paloma Garcia-Casenave Associate Professor, (Spanish & French), MA Michigan State

University, Licenciatura, Universidad de Extremadura

Laurence Heglar Professor (Psychology) PhD, MA, Wayne State University; BA,

Oakland University

Chris Kostov Associate Professor (History, Politics, International Relations)

BA University of Varna, Bulgaria; MA. University of Ottawa ,

Canada; PhD. University of Ottawa, Canada.

Grace Obado Assistant Professor (International Relations, Political Science)

Licenciatura, Universidad Complutense-Madrid. Doctorate

Fernando de Vicente Doctor in Law, ICADE; Executive MBA, IESE; Degree in Law,

ICADE; Bachelor in Business Administration, Coventry

University

Duncan Shaw Professor (International Relations and Diplomacy) PhD,

University of London; BA (Hons), University of Leicester

PARIS FACULTY Name Degree

Roman Krys

Assistant Professor (Economics - PT) MIA Columbia University-

New York

Stuart Krusee Assistant Professor (English) Masters, University of Paris VII,

St Catherine College, University of Oxford.

Régis Maubrey Assistant Professor (Science & Society – PT) PhD in

Interdisciplinary Studies , University Paris X

Carlos Sevillano Assistant Professor, MBA IB, Schiller International University-

Paris


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TUITION AND FEES: LARGO, FLORIDA AND ONLINE

This Bulletin is an integral part of the University’s Academic Catalog. The tuition changes published

herein become effective September 29, 2014.

Undergraduate Programs, except Core Nursing Courses:

Tuition – per credit hour /per course……………………………………………. $590.00/$1770.00

*Undergraduate Core Nursing Courses – RN:


Graduate Programs - MBA:


Other Fees:

Application Fee …………………………………………………………………... $20.00

Student Activity Fee per month/per semester…………………………………….. $25.00 Month or

$100.00 Semester

Transcript Fees – Official Transcripts ………………………………………….. $10.00

Credit by examination fee – UG as per field of study – per credit hour …………. $590.00 / $715.00

Credit by examination fee – Graduate as per field of study – per credit hour …… $775.00

Auditing Fee – UG as per field of study – per credit hour ………………………. $590.00 / $715.00

Auditing Fee – Graduate as per field of study – per credit hour ………………… $775.00

Withdrawal Fee – official and unofficial student withdrawals ………………….. $100.00

Courier Fee – International students (base cost) …………………………………. $65.00

Thesis Fee ………………………………………………………………………..

Experiential Learning Portfolio Review…………………………………………

Cost of One Course

$250.00

*Note: Certain programs have additional fees.

Nursing students will be responsible for costs associated with Physical Exam and Immunizations

and Professional Liability Insurance.


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TUITION AND FEES: HEIDELBERG, MADRID AND

PARIS

This Catalog Bulletin is an integral part of the University’s Academic Catalog. The information

published herein is effective September 1, 2014

Undergraduate Programs:

Tuition – per credit hour /per course……………………………………………. € 439/€ 1,317

Graduate Programs:

Tuition – per credit hour /per course ……………………………………………. € 554/€ 1,662

Other Fees:

Application Fee …………………………………………………………………... € 50

Student Activity Fee per Month/ per Semester……………………………………. € 40 / Month or

€160 / Semester

Transcript Fees – Official Transcripts …………………………………………… € 20

Credit by examination fee – UG as per field of study – per credit hour …………. € 439 UG

Credit by examination fee – Graduate as per field of study – per credit hour …… € 554 G

Auditing Fee – UG as per field of study – per credit hour ………………………. € 439 UG

Auditing Fee – Graduate as per field of study – per credit hour ………………… € 554 G

Withdrawal Fee – official and unofficial student withdrawals ………………….. € 81

Courier Fee – International students (base cost) …………………………………. € 87

Experiential Learning Portfolio Review………………………………………….. € 335

Thesis Fee………………………………………………………………………… Cost of One Course

Student Insurance………………(Consult each campus for details)………………

*All tuition and fees are due and payable before arrival in country or on campus, unless other

arrangements have been made and specifically approved in writing by the President or Financial

Officer of Schiller International University.

*Note: Certain programs have additional fees.


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PAYMENT INFORMATION

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Applicants should verify payment instructions with the Bursar at the specific campus of interest.

Students are required to pay 100 percent of their estimated amount due for the semester at least one week prior to

the first scheduled day of class. Some European campuses may require an advance payment to cover at least two

semesters in advance, for immigration purposes. Applicants and Students should check with the Admissions

Representative at their campus of interest for details.

Payment may be made in cash; by check; by wire transfer; or by VISA, MasterCard, American Express or

Discover Card [Some European campuses cannot accept checks from foreign banks and are unable to accept all

credit cards. Applicants and Students should check with the Bursar at their campus of interest for credit card or

wire transfer options. Some additional fees for credit card payments may be applied at European campuses.]

Questions regarding payment should be directed to the Bursar’s Office.

A Credit Card Mail Charge Authorization form can be requested at each campus or downloaded on the

University’s website at www.schiller.edu. In addition to handling these charges by mail, students can also

present their credit cards to the Campus Bursars. Charges assessed by banks on foreign checks or on bank

transfers will be charged to the students’ accounts.

All payments by check or bank transfer must always include student name, term of study and campus attendance.

Only Tuition and Fees as scheduled in the current Catalog Supplement will be accepted. Excess funds for living

expenses and/or housing should not be transferred to the University.

Any student who is delinquent financially will not be permitted to register, audit or attend classes, or graduate

until all charges are paid. SIU reserves the right not to release transcripts, grades, diplomas, or other records for

any student who has an outstanding account balance, is delinquent, or is in default on a payment plan.

If a student with an outstanding balance on his/her account were to separate from the institution through

withdrawal or suspension, that student remains responsible for the account balance in full. If the account remains

unpaid, then it will be sent to collections.

It is the responsibility of the student or parent to send payments promptly according to the Schedule of Tuition and

Fees. Checks should note the name of the student and the campus he or she will be attending. All fees must have been

paid one week prior to the start of classes in order for the student to register on the day of Registration. A Late Fee

applies for all students who do not pay the full semester tuition by this due date.

Delayed payment of fees is possible only after a promissory note has been signed and authorized by the Campus

Bursar prior to registration day. Students should also consider incidental costs for books, personal laundry service,

independent travel, clothing and other items that vary according to individual needs and preferences.


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CATALOG UPDATES AS OF 10/29/14

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

As more and more companies throughout the world have become multinational, they increasingly need

executives who can deal effectively with organizational problems in an international framework. The

International Business program offered at SIU is designed to meet these needs. As students complete this

degree, they may elect to transfer from one SIU campus to another to benefit from interactions with various

cultures including the social, economic and political conditions associated with business practices in different

countries.

Objectives: Graduates of the International Business program will be able to:

1. Apply basic business practices to resolve international business problems.

2. Assess market globalization factors and typical business strategies for competing in foreign

markets.

3. Integrate culturally sensitive concepts within a global scale.

4. Analyze emerging issues facing countries or businesses in international markets.

Required International Business Courses 60 Credits

IT 103 Applications of Computers 3

ACG 2001 Accounting I 3

BA 261 Principles of Business Law 3

BA 341 Business Finance 3

BA 369 Introduction to Sustainable Development 3

BA 370 Business Communication 3

BA 374 Statistics 3

BA 401 Human Resources Management 3

BA 427 Marketing Management 3

BA 437 Multinational Enterprise 3

BA 439 International Business Policy 3

EC 352 Economic Geography 3

EC 455 International Trade & Finance 3

GEB 1350 Introduction to International Business 3

MAR 2011 Principles of Marketing 3

ECO 2013 Principles of Microeconomics 3

ECO 2023 Principles of Macroeconomics 3

EN 111 English Composition: Expository Writing 3

EN 112 English Composition: Persuasive Writing 3

IR 221 Introduction to International Relations 3

Required General Education Courses 21 Credits


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EN 490 Intercultural Communication 3

EN 373 Public Speaking 3

MA 172 Applied Mathematics 3

MGF1107 College Math 3

PS 221 Introduction to Political Science 3

PSY 1021 General Psychology 3

SO 137 Science and Society 3

Required Elective Courses 27-33 Credits

ACG 2011 Accounting II 3

AR 222 Art History 3

BA 322 International Marketing 3

BA 384 Behavioral Aspects 3

BA 469 Entrepreneurship & New Venture 3

EN 200 Cross-Cultural Communication 3

HI 225 European History to 1815 3

HI 226 European History: Napoleon Period to

Present

3

IR 331 Modern Diplomacy 3

IR 450 Practical Diplomacy 3

IR 481 Selected Topics in International Relations 3

PY 376 Industrial Psychology 3

EC 452 Resources & the Environment 3

EC 457 Economies of Developing Countries 3

Required Foreign Language Courses 6-12 Credits

FR101, GE101, SP101 Beginning Foreign Language 1 3


FR201, GE201, SP201 Intermediate Foreign Language 1

or any 200-400 level Elective

3


or any 200 – 400 level Elective

3

Total Credits Required: 120


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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

The major in International Economics provides thorough training in economic theory and policy. While

these studies examine the insights of economics from the individual and firm level, to the national, and

then the international level, there is an emphasis throughout on maintaining a focus on the impact and role of

international economic relations and on maintaining an internationally comparative perspective. In addition,

the major includes courses in international business administration, international relations, and political

science. Students completing this major often go on to careers in economic or political economic analysis

within the international worlds of business, finance, or government. Others continue on to graduate studies

in economics, business, international relations or law.

Objectives: Graduates of the International Economics program will be able to:

1. Assess business facts and interpret them consistent with economic thinking.

2. Understanding of how decision makers allocate scarce resources to achieve economic efficiency.

3. Apply economic tools to analyze decisions made by consumers, firms, and policy makers.

4. Integrate economic models to analyze the impact of various fiscal monetary, and trade policies

on a nation’s economy.






BA 374 Statistics 3







IR 470 International Economic Policies & Institutions 3



Required Economics Courses 18 Credits

EC 457 Economy of Developing Countries 3





BA/EN

200

Cross-Cultural Communication 3




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ACG 2001 Accounting 1 3

BA 439 International Business Policy 3







BA 455 International Trade & Finance 3

EN 490 Intercultural Communication 3


HI 226 European History: Napoleonic Period to Present 3


IR 335 American Foreign Policy 3

IR 341 Concepts of International Relations 3

IR 353 The Political Economy of North-South Relations 3







or any 200-400 level Elective

3


or any 200 – 400 level Elective

3



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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY

AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT

International hospitality and tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the service and business

industries. The proliferation of golf courses, tennis and boating clubs, theme parks and other leisure and

recreational activities has created a huge industry that provides many thousands of job opportunities.

SIU’s unique program offers the opportunity to study at campus locations in both Europe and the United

States.

Students completing this degree must complete the Associate of Science (AS) course requirements (60

credits) in International Hospitality and Tourism Management plus the courses listed below.

Objectives: Graduates of the International Hospitality and Tourism Management program will be able to:

1. Apply knowledge, skills and experience through individual and team-based activities within

a multi-cultural environment.

2. Supervise key areas of hotel operations.

3. Demonstrate knowledge of management of the tourism industry.

4. Demonstrate critical thinking, writing, analytical and decision-making skills.

5. Exhibit awareness and knowledge of industry trends and best practices.





BA 374 Statistics 3




IR 221 Introduction to Internal Relations 3


PY 221 Introduction to Political Science 3


SO 137 Science & Society 3

Required International Hospitality & Tourism Courses 18 Credits

HM 103 Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality 3

HM 187 Front Office Management 3

HM 210 Food & Beverage Management 3

HM 423 Convention & Event Management 3

HM 451 Leadership & Management in Hospitality &

Tourism

3

HM 499 Internship 3




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BA/EN

200

Cross-Cultural Communication 3


MGF

11007

College Math 3














BA 437 International Enterprise 3

BA 469 Entrepreneurship & New Ventures 3

EN 490 Intercultural Communications 3


HI 226 European History: Napoleonic Period to the Present 3






or any 200-400 Electives

3


or any 200-400 level Electives

3

BS Total Credits Required: 120


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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND

DIPLOMACY

Political and economic problems often transcend national boundaries and encompass scientific,

technological, cultural and humanitarian concerns. The SIU program in International Relations and

Diplomacy prepares student to pursue careers in government, international organizations, law, business,

journalism, or for graduate study in political science and related areas. This degree is available at all SIU

campuses and through Online Learning. The final 30 credits must be completed in residence. Objectives: Graduates of the International Relations and Diplomacy program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of international relations concepts and ideas.

2. Display competence in oral and written communication as it relates to international relations.

3. Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to matters related to international relations and

diplomacy.

4. Analyze key issues associated with international organizations, multilateral processes and the

non-governmental sector that operate in international politics.

5. Exhibit appreciation for multiculturalism and global diversity.

Required International Relations & Diplomacy Courses 30 Credits




IR 335 American Foreign Policy 3

IR 341 Concepts of International Relations 3

IR 353 The Political Economy of North-South Relations 3

IR 370 Writing for Foreign Affairs 3

IR 450 Practical Diplomacy 3


PS 370 American Political System 3

Required International Business Courses 30 Credits BA 369 Introduction to Sustainable Development 3






IR 470 International Economic Policies & Institutions 3





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BA/EN 200 Cross-Cultural Communication 3














MAR. 2011 Principles of Marketing 3



BA 437 International Enterprise 3





IR 353 The Political Economy of North/South Relations 3

PY 376 Industrial Relations 3


IT 013 Applications of Computers 3 Required Foreign Language Courses 6-12 Credits




or any 200-400 electives

3


or any 200-400 level electives

3



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MIM MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

The MIM program has been designed to prepare students who have already completed a course of study in

a non-business field specifically for positions in international management. The 36 credit program leading to

the MIM degree may be completed at the Heidelberg or Florida campuses, or online. The course work

spans a variety of topics relating to business administration, including management, marketing, accounting

communications, business law, and economics. Upon successful completion of the program, students will

have the solid basis of knowledge which will qualify them to enter managerial positions in a broad range of

careers in international business.

Admission: The MIM program is open to qualified applicants who have earned a Bachelor’s degree or its

equivalent. No particular field of undergraduate specialization is required for admission to the program, but

a year of undergraduate mathematics is strongly advised.

Graduation Requirements: In addition to the graduation requirements for all graduate students,

candidates for the Master of International Management degree must complete the following requirements:

A minimum of 36 semester credits (12 courses) at the graduate level composed of the courses listed as

follows, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Graduate students must also successfully complete a comprehensive master’s research project and

presentation outline/defense. This requirement may be waived if the student elects the University of

Roehampton (UoR) enrollment option at the time of enrollment and completes the thesis as required by

the UoR option.

Objectives: Graduates of the MIM program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate foundation knowledge in the functional areas of a global/international business.

2. Examine and demonstrate comprehension of the complexities of global/international businesses.

3. Select strategies and tools for solving complex problems posed by managing global businesses,

and demonstrate understanding of the associated challenges.

Required International Business Core Courses 18 Credits

BA 501 Organizational Behavior 3

BA 510 Business Economics 3

BA 515 Managerial Finance 3

BA 529 Multinational Business Management 3

BA 589 Methods of Research and Analysis 3

IT 576 IT Applications in Business 3

Required International Business Courses 12 Credits BA 522 International Marketing 3


BA 560 International Business Law 3

BA 570 Managerial Communications for

International Business

3

Required MIM Courses 6 Credits

BA 513 Managerial and Financial Accounting 3


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BA 537 Substitute for BA 513- Production and

Operations Management

3

BA 575 Statistics 3

BA 542 Substitute for BA 575- Comprehensive

Business Seminar

3



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MBA BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This 36-credit MBA program is offered at Schiller’s Florida, Paris, Madrid, and Heidelberg campuses and

online. Coursework concentrates on managerial aspects of finance and accounting, marketing, and

management.

Admission Completion of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration or completion of a bachelor’s

degree or equivalent in a related field such as economics, including Microeconomics, Statistics, Business

Law, Marketing, Management, and Accounting.

Note: Students who have not completed required prerequisite courses will take MBA Preparatory Courses.

See the requirements for the MBA in International Business for more detailed information on this.

Graduation Requirements: A minimum of 36 semester credits at the graduate level composed of courses listed as follows with a

GPA of 3.0 or higher.




the UoR option.

Objectives: Graduates of the MBA in Business Administration program will be able to demonstrate:

1. Extended knowledge base.

2. Ability to foster diversity and multicultural perspectives in business.

3. Ability to drive and foster change and innovation.

4. A honed sense of ethical standards, law, and lines of service.

5. Critical thinking and well-developed analytical and decision making skills.

6. Refined management leadership skills.

7. Advanced use of information technology.

8. Development of highly effective communication skills.

Required International Business Core Courses 27 Credits BA 501 Organizational Behavior 3

BA 510 Business Economics 3

BA 512 Managerial Accounting 3



BA 537 Production and Operations Management 3

BA 542 Comprehensive Business Management

Seminar

3



IT 530 Substitute for IT 576 IT Applications in

Business

3


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Required Business Core Courses 9 Credits BA 522 International Marketing 3





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MBA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM

MANAGEMENT

This program is offered at SIU’s Florida campus and also online for those in the fields of business,

hospitality management and tourism, or related areas who wish to earn an advanced business degree.

The 45 credit program leading to the MBA degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management

may be completed in a minimum of one year and a half. Students may transfer from one campus to the other

and complete their degree requirements. Students with bachelor’s degrees in other fields may need to

complete MBA preparatory courses. This program may also be completed online.

Admission:

1. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, hospitality, or hotel and

restaurant management, provided that the courses listed in paragraph 2 below have been completed.

2. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related fields, such as economics, including

completion of the following core courses: Microeconomics, Statistics, Business Law, Marketing,

Management and Accounting.

Note: Students who have not completed required prerequisite courses will take MBA Preparatory Courses.

See the requirements for the MBA in International Business for more detailed information on this.

Graduation Requirements: In addition to the graduation requirements for all graduate students,

candidates for the MBA in International Hospitality and Tourism Management degree must complete the

following requirements:

A minimum of 45 semester credits at the graduate level composed of the courses listed as follows with a

GPA of 3.0 or higher.




the UoR option.

Objectives: Graduates of the MBA in International Hospitality and Tourism program will be able to:

1. Analyze and interpret the impact of global issues facing hospitality managers.

2. Assess the potential impact of hospitality operations on the operating environment.

3. Demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and awareness to global issues, opportunities and

sustainability.

4. Create an appropriate strategic plan for a hospitality enterprise.

5. Demonstrate understanding of other businesses operating within the broader tourism context

and hypothesize their impact upon hospitality enterprises.


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Required International Business Core Courses 21 Credits

BA 501 Organizational Behavior 3

BA 512 Managerial Accounting 3






IT 530 Substitute for IT 576- Information

Technology Project Management

3

BA 542 Substitute for IT 576- Comprehensive

Business Management Seminar 3

Required International Business Courses 9 Credits BA 522 International Marketing 3



Required IHTM Courses 15 Credits HM 510 Food and Beverage Control 3

HM 531 International Travel and Tourism 3

HM 541 Tourism Planning and Marketing 3

HM 572 Hotel and Restaurant Accounting

Information Systems

3

HM 582 Case Studies in IHTM 3



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CATALOG UPDATES AS OF 11/05/14

GRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS DEGREE CREDIT

HOURS

PROGRAMS BY CAMPUS

MASTERS DEGREES FL H M P OL

Business Administration MBA 36 X X X X X

Financial Planning* MBA 45 X X

International Business MBA 45 X X X X X

International Hospitality and Tourism

Management

MBA 45 X X X

Management of Information Technology MBA 45 X X X

International Management MIM 36 X X X

International Relations and Diplomacy MA 36 X X

*MBA in Financial Planning is in cooperation with Kaplan Schweser

FL: Florida; H: Heidelberg; M: Madrid; P: Paris; OL: Online

RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The following degree program has significant residential requirements:

MA in International Relations and Diplomacy

The Masters Degree in International Management is not being offered at the Paris campus.

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CATALOG/SUPPLEMENT UPDATES AS OF 12/01/14

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NURSING PROGRAM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

All students who wish to pursue the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree at Schiller

International University (SIU) must take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®) proctored

assessment prior to admission to SIU. A minimum score of 55 is required, and students are allowed two

(2) attempts to achieve this score. The testing schedule information is available in the Admissions

office. In the event a student has taken the TEAS® at another institution prior to starting the

Admissions process with SIU, the student must provide an official transcript as proof of achieving a

score of 55 or higher. No TEAS ® result and/or transcript may be more than one year old at the time of

submission.


Requirements for entering Core Nursing Courses:

1. All General Education courses must be completed prior to moving forward into the Core

Nursing Courses.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 56: DELETED The Associate of Arts (AA)

ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

The Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees offer the general education core

courses which provide a wide range of skills and knowledge. General education augments the

specialized training students receive in their majors. Students take courses in English, History,

Mathematics, Science, Sociology, Psychology, and Cross Cultural Communication. These skills can be

applied to any personal, educational, or professional endeavors. Degrees can lead to entry level positions

in industry or to advanced educational degrees. Students who successfully complete a two-year program

of study will earn the Associate degree. Students may complete the AS degree program at SIU’s campuses

in Florida, Heidelberg, Paris, Madrid, or through Online Learning. CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 42: ADDED AND CHANGED

Students wanting to participate in the LOA:

Those that receive federal financial aid or hold an F1 student visa, must complete two full

semesters prior to being eligible to request an LOA.

WAS: Must complete two full semesters prior to being eligible to request an LOA approval for students

receiving federal financial aid or who hold an F1 student visa.

UPDATE TO CATALOG Page 18, 20, 21, 25, 49, 53, 81, 82, 83, 93 Catalog references to “secondary” education have been corrected to “post-secondary” education where necessary.


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CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 82: ADDED Proof of successful completion of post-secondary education: Students enrolling in a graduate program must provide an official transcript for the Undergraduate studies showing the student earned the undergraduate degree. CORRECTION TO SUPPLEMENT PAGE 14

WAS: Required International Relations & Diplomacy Courses 18 Credits

CORRECTION: Required Economics Courses 18 Credits CHANGE TO CATALOG: Page 8 Financial Planning (a cooperative program with Kaplan College Schweser),

Page 95 *MBA in Financial Planning is in cooperation with Kaplan College Schweser

Page 99 The MBA with a concentration in Financial Planning includes five online courses with Kaplan

College Schweser which are part of Kaplan Schweser’s Certificate in Financial Planning program. Five

designated and successfully completed Kaplan Schweser’s courses (15 credits) will be accepted in

transfer. Students take all other required MBA courses (10 courses, 30 credits) from Schiller. These

courses are offered online in a web-based format. Students also have the option of taking them in a

traditional classroom setting on any SIU campus offering an MBA program.

Students who complete this program will have an MBA in Financial Planning from Schiller International

University as well as the designation, Registered Financial Consultant (RFC) upon completion of the

Kaplan Schweser’s portion of the program. The Kaplan Schweser’s Certification in Financial Planning

program prepares for the prestigious CFP® Certification Examination. With this impressive combination

of credentials, students will have an edge in finding positions in the financial services industry. NOTE:

Students must apply separately to Kaplan Schweser.

Page 99 Students must have completed the Kaplan College Schweser Certificate in Financial Planning

program.

Page 100 Required Financial Planning Courses (Kaplan Schweser)

Page 114 Financial Planning (FP) :The FP 101, FP 102, FP 103, FP 104, FP 105, and FP 106

courses are provided by Kaplan College Schweser.

CHANGE TO SUPPLEMENT PAGE 26

Was: *MBA in Financial Planning is in cooperation with Kaplan University

Replaced: *MBA in Financial Planning is in cooperation with Kaplan Schweser CHANGE TO SUPPLEMENT PAGE 19


Replaced:


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With:


CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 50: Final Grade Appeal Process Change

CHANGE: Step 2. The student shall contact the Registrar/Head of Study or Academic Dean to appeal

his/her final grade for on campus classes and the Provost or Dean of Curriculum & Design/Distance

Learning for online classes by completing a Grade Appeal Form. The Registrar/Head of Study or

Academic Dean or Provost/Dean of Curriculum Design /Distance Learning will render a decision within

five (5) days. If the student is not satisfied with this decision, he/she should proceed immediately to Step

3.

WAS: Step 2. The student shall contact the Campus Director in Europe to appeal his/her final grade by

completing a Grade Appeal Form. The Campus Director will render a decision within five (5) days. If

the student is not satisfied with this decision, he/she should proceed immediately to Step 3.


RE-ENTRY FOR STUDENTS DISMISSED DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET SAP: Students who have been

dismissed for lack of satisfactory progress may apply to be readmitted into the same curriculum, as the

class schedule permits, after one semester. A detailed plan for meeting SAP must be submitted and

approved by the Provost prior to reentry. Submission of a plan for meeting SAP does not

guarantee reentry and will be determined on a case by case basis. Such a student will be enrolled as

a non-regular student, and will not be eligible to receive financial aid until they have established SAP.

This procedure applies only to dismissals caused by lack of satisfactory progress and when the student is

reentering the same curriculum.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 41 & 86:

ACADEMIC PROGRESS APPEALS, PROBATION AND ACADEMIC PLANS: A student may appeal the

University’s determination of withdrawal dismissal due to failure to re-establish satisfactory progress

by the end of the warning period to the Provost based upon extenuating circumstances.

At the end of the probationary semester, the student's progress will be evaluated based upon the

academic plan.

If the student fails to meet the terms of the academic plan at the end of the probationary semester any

respective checkpoint of the plan, the student will be dismissed.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 23:

INSURANCE

Students are encouraged to maintain personal health and accident insurance through an employer or

independent provider. The University does not provide any type of insurance coverage for students.


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Students at European campuses may register with the National Health Insurance department in each

respective country. Students in Heidelberg and Madrid may register with the National Health

Insurance department. Paris campus students are advised that they can apply for a private

student health insurance, as AME, PGA, AVI International. Students with an F1 Visa are strongly

encouraged to maintain adequate F1 Visa Insurance coverage while studying in the USA. There are no

insurance requirements set forth by the US Department of State.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 40 and 86:

ACADEMIC WARNING FOR FAILURE TO MEET SAP CRITERIA: At the end of each semester, if the

student has less than the minimum acceptable cumulative grade point average and/or has not earned at

least the percentage of attempted credits described in the chart above (required to complete the program

within 150% of the program length), he or she will be notified by email and placed on Academic

Warning for the remainder of the current semester (i.e. if you are placed on academic warning for your

semester one performance, ten days after the semester ends you will be placed on warning for the next

semester, semester two). (i.e. When a student does not meet minimum CGPA or Satisfactory

Academic Progress after completion of any semester, they will be placed on Academic Warning

for the entire following semester.)

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 22-23 & 84:

READMISSION

Former students who were in good standing in the last attended semester and who have not been

enrolled for one semester or longer (not on SPNE or approved LOA) must apply for readmission to

the University.

A student who has been suspended dismissed from SIU will not be considered for readmission until the

period of suspension dismissal has elapsed. A student who has been suspended dismissed must submit a

request for readmission in writing to the Provost.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 42 & 87:

RE-ENTRY FOR STUDENTS DISMISSED DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET SAP: Students who have been

dismissed for lack of satisfactory progress may apply to be readmitted into the same curriculum, as the

class schedule permits, after one semester. A detailed plan for meeting SAP must be submitted and

approved by the Provost prior to reentry. Submission of a plan for meeting SAP does not

guarantee reentry and will be determined on a case by case basis.

CHANGE TO CATALOG PAGE 38:

The Program Director Provost and the Campus Registrar will be notified that the student has cheated in

the course. Second offense will result in receiving an “F” for the course.


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ADDITION TO SUPPLEMENT PAGE 31-32:

SCHOLARSHIPS PROVIDED BY SCHILLER INTERTNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Presidents’ Undergraduate Scholarship

Up to a $17,500 (€13,500) scholarship is available to all Undergraduate applicants with a GPA from

their high school at 3.50 (on a 4.0 scale) and above (or equivalent) applied at a rate of $1,750

(€1,350/semester).

Presidents’ Graduate Scholarship

Up to a $6,900 (€5,100) Scholarship is available to Graduate applicants with a GPA from their Bachelor

Degree at 3.30 and above (or equivalent) applied at a rate of $2,300 (€1,700/semester).

International Scholarship Undergraduate/Graduate

This Scholarship is available to selected Undergraduate/Graduate applicants with a GPA from their

previous education of 2.50 or higher (on a 4.0 scale). Additional criteria include cultural and social

activities, volunteer work, contribution to society, and/or sport activities.

Alumni Scholarship

Alumni of the University enrolling in an Undergraduate/Graduate degree program may be eligible for

Undergraduate: $1770.00 (€1350.00) per semester (12 credits) to be applied at the end of the semester

upon successful completion or Graduate: $2300.00 (€1700.00) per semester (12 credits) to be applied at

the end of the semester upon successful completion. .

Jump Start Scholarship

High School students who attend SIU within 45 days of their graduation date (60 days with Presidents

approval) may be eligible for $1,500 (€ 1200) for their first semester for Undergraduate degree program

and original award is good for one semester only.

Nursing Program Scholarship

All SIU students enrolled in Core Nursing Courses with a minimum TEAS score of 60 may be eligible

for this scholarship. $525.00 per NUR course; only for Core Nursing Courses; must maintain above a

2.75 cumulative GPA or higher during the general education portion of their enrollment to be eligible.

ICT (Inter Campus Transfer) Scholarship

All SIU students willing to transfer among different Schiller physical campus locations may be eligible

for $1,770 (€ 1350) for Undergraduate and $2300 (€1700) for Graduate students per semester of tuition


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fees for up to two semesters after transfer. Students need to maintain cumulative GPA above 2.75 for

Undergraduate / 3.25 for Graduate programs.

Diplomatic Scholarship- Effective January 1, 2015

All employees and their dependents of Embassies and Diplomatic Missions around the World with

which SIU has signed MOU agreements may be eligible of this scholarship. (Review the list of

approvals on the www.schiller.edu website. If your embassy is not listed, please inquire within your

Embassy/Mission) may be eligible for $1,770 (€ 1350) for Undergraduate and $2300 (€1700) for

Graduate students per semester of tuition fees. Students need to maintain cumulative GPA above 2.50

for Undergraduate / 3.00 for Graduate programs. Re-applying is not necessary for this scholarship;

eligibility is assessed automatically after completion of each 12 credits.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

All student members of the PTK Chapter/College at all levels of study who can demonstrate academic

excellence by earning an undergraduate 2 year degree and have a GPA of at least a 3.50 or higher on a

4.0 scale from an accredited institution. Must submit a Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship for Transfer

Students application and submit an essay describing the significant contributions you have made to your

PTK chapter/college and explain how an international education can benefit you. Essays will be review

by the Provost for approval. Students may be eligible for $3,000 (€2,400) per semester for Graduate

degree programs and, $2,350 (€1,880) per semester for the Undergraduate degree programs. Original

award is good for one semester, with the potential of being automatically renewed for one additional

semester. To qualify for the one additional semester, student must have successfully completed each

course with a minimum grade of a “B”.

Golden Key Honour Society Scholarship

Golden Key members are chosen for Membership into the Society by invitation only and apply to the

top 15% of the university sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as top-performing graduate students

in all fields of study, based solely on their academic achievements. Student must submit an essay about

“what does it means to earn your four-year degree? How do you feel this will enhance your plans and

dreams for the future?”. Essays will be review by the Provost for approval. Student may be eligible for

$3,000 (€2,400) per semester for Graduate degree programs and, $2,350 (€1,880) per semester for the

Undergraduate degree programs. Original award is good for one semester, with the potential of being

automatically renewed for one additional semester. To qualify for the one additional semester, student

must have successfully completed each course with a minimum grade of a “B”.

Employer Reimbursement Matching Scholarship

New students that start on or after October 27, 2014 can apply for the employer reimbursement

matching scholarship if they are eligible for tuition reimbursement through their employer. Student may

be eligible for up to $4,000 (€3,000) maximum per calendar year.

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