Stratford University

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.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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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).

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