Stratford University is a private educational institution
dedicated to preparing students for challenging and rewarding
careers in high demand fields, such as information technology,
hospitality and business administration. Stratford's curriculum
combines advanced technology and hands-on training with
traditional educational methods. The competencies and industry
certifications embraced by its demanding curriculum are
employer-centric, while the teaching methods and delivery style
are student-centric. Stratford University has excellent
graduation and placement rates.
The MBA program at Stratford University focuses on creating the
world's future business leaders. The curriculum incorporates the
industry reliance on information technology and the need to
undergo frequent transformation. The program focuses on helping
students develop and nurture their analytical, technical and
interpersonal skills.
The first year program is focused on foundation courses that will
offer the student the ability to discover the area of
concentration they want to explore for their second year. These
courses also give the student a diverse and broad understanding
of all facets of business administration. The second year of
study allows the student to choose an area of concentration from
finance, information technology, management and leadership, and
business and public policy. This allows the ability to hone one's
skills in a particular area and be able to research and excel in
that specific field of interest.
International Master of Business Administration
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The International Master of Business Administration at Stratford
University aims to help managers gain a distinct advantage in
their profession, whether they are in industrial, financial,
global, government or non-profit institutions. To achieve this
goal, Stratford University offers a broad-based program
curriculum which hopes to strike a balance between technical
training and practical problem-solving that is founded on current
management theories and approaches. It is complemented by case
analyses, company/industry studies, business games and other
experiential learning methods.
A conscious effort has been made to develop a curriculum
responsive to the unique features of global environments. IMBA
students engage in an intensive study in current management
concepts and techniques through a core curriculum covering the
functional areas in business as well analytical decision making.
Students gain added functional expertise by selecting
specialization courses.
Master of Science in Enterprise Business Management
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The Enterprise Business Management Master's program will enable
the student to plan and deploy an information infrastructure to
help their company achieve a sustained competitive advantage. The
program will include best practices and case studies in
fundamental business procedures, including finance, accounting,
marketing, sales, human resource management and law. It will
provide the student with the skills needed to manage
Internet-enabled enterprises.
Students will have access to the Stratford University Enterprise
Center and participate in the development and management of real
businesses or pursue academic research. Graduates will be
prepared for positions technical and management positions, such
as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operational Officer
(COO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of an enterprise.
Master of Science in Information Systems
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Today’s corporations have the highest expectations from
their IT staff to develop and deliver quality technical
applications and service. The MSIS program at Stratford
University focuses on developing the solid technical skills
demanded in today’s evolving IT industry.
The primary focus of the degree is to align the academic approach
with hands-on experience on the latest technologies in the IT
industry. Also, the program will focus on developing the
fundamental skills required to excel in the areas of software
engineering, networking, database administration and
telecommunications.
The MSIS program requires students to have a fundamental
background in either the areas of computer science, engineering
or to have a significant amount of experience in IT.
Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management
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The mission of the BA degree in Hospitality Management is to
allow students to build on a core of knowledge gained through the
associate degree in culinary arts or hotel management or its
equivalent to develop the management skills needed for successful
operation of a hospitality-related business.
The BA degree program includes core hospitality requirements,
elective requirements and general education requirements. The
total requirement is 180 quarter-credits.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
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The mission of the BS degree in Business Administration is to
allow students to build on a core of knowledge gained through the
associate degree or its equivalent to focus on one of two
upper-level concentrations, finance and accounting, and
management.
The bachelor of science degree program includes core business
requirements, elective requirements and general education
requirements. The total requirement is 180 quarter credits.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
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The bachelor's degree in information technology prepares students to become professionals in the digital age by building a solid foundation centered on leading technologies.
Graduates from the program will learn the necessary skills to analyze, design and administer computer networks utilizing modern tools. The program reinforces a broad understanding of information systems and technologies through the application of industry standardized competencies.
A strong emphasis is placed upon key topics such as information systems, network operating systems and communication protocols, security architecture, local area networks, wide area networks, storage area networks, current regulations and legal aspects of computer systems security including computer forensics.
Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration
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The AAS degree in Business Administration prepares students in
the fundamentals, principles, techniques and skills essential to
the theory and effective practice of business.
The AAS degree program includes core BUS requirements, elective
requirements and general education requirements. The total
requirement is 90 quarter-credits and normally takes 60 weeks to
complete.
Associate in Applied Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management
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The mission of the AAS degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management
is to provide students with a foundation in hotel and event
management skills to prepare them for career advancement.
Students who successfully complete specific courses in this
program receive certificates from the American Hotel &
Lodging Association (AHLA) and may qualify to become a Certified
Hospitality Supervisor (CHS).