UMUC Meet and Greet:
Students Pursuing Careers in
Education and Related Fields
Academic Center at Largo
July 15, 2010
Welcome!
All students pursuing their Bachelor’s Degree in:
English
History
Computer Science
Psychology
Communications
Behavioral Science
All students pursuing the Masters of Arts in:
Teaching
What Can I Do With a Degree In English?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Advertising
Creative Services, Account Management, Media,
Account Planning, Production
Advertising Agencies, In-House
Agencies of Large Companies
Business
Management, Sales, Marketing, Human Resources,
Insurance Claims and Underwriting
Banks, Insurance Firms, Large
and Small Corporations
Education
Teaching, Administration, Student Affairs, Academic
Advising, Information Science, Tutoring
Public & Private Schools,
Colleges, Language Institutes,
Libraries
Law
Law, Government, Private Sector
Law Firms, Corporate Legal
Departments, Government
Agencies
Public
Relations
Account Coordination, Writing/Editing, Media
Relations, Account Management
Public Relations Firms,
Advertising Agencies, Universities
What Can I Do With a Degree In History?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Curatorial and
Archival
Management
Archival Management, Curatorial Management,
Museum or Gallery Maintenance, Artifact
Conservation
Museums, Art Galleries, Historical
Societies, Libraries, Research
Institutes
Education
Teaching: Elementary, Middle, or Secondary, Higher
Education, Community Education
Public & Private Schools,
Colleges, Museums, Zoological
Parks, National/State Parks
Political Science, Consultancy, Archival
Management, Library Administration
Federal Agencies Including: The
Smithsonian Institute, National
Archives and Records, Library of
Congress, Intelligence Services
Law
Law, Business, Nonprofit
Law Firms, Corporate Legal
Departments, Public Advocacy
Groups
Politics
Politics, Federal Government, Local and State
Government
Elected/Appointed Officials,
Political Campaigns, Public
Interest/Advocacy Groups
Government
What Can I Do With a Degree In Computer Science?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Consulting
System Installation, System Implementation,
Training
Consulting Firms, Self-Employed
Education
Teaching, Instructional Technology
Public and Private Schools: K –
12, Colleges and Universities
Internet
Programming, Software Design, Systems Analysis,
Hardware Production, Web Page Design
Network Access Points, Online
Service Providers,
Computer/Equipment Vendors
Programming
Systems, Scientific Applications, Business
Applications: Intelligence, Warehousing,
Maintenance
Computer Vendors, Banks,
Universities, Government
Agencies, Management Firms
Systems
Development
Analysis, Design, Support, Quality Assurance,
Database, Client-Server Systems
Banks, Insurance Companies,
Consulting Firms, Computer
Companies, Research Institutions
What Can I Do With a Degree In Psychology?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Business and
Industry
Sales, Customer Service, Management, Insurance:
Claims Management and Underwriting, Real Estate
Sales and Public Relations
Wholesalers, Financial Institutions,
Insurance Companies, Real Estate
Companies
Education
Teaching, Student Affairs, Administration, Training,
Adult Learning
Public & Private K – 12 Schools,
Colleges, Government and Social
Services Agencies
Human
Resources
Employment and Recruitment, Labor Relations,
Compensation and Benefits, Organizational
Development, Training
Large Companies, Government
Agencies, Staffing and
Employment Agencies, Non Profit
Organizations
Human
Services
Counseling, Psychotherapy, Case Management,
Mental Health Services, Crisis Work, Art Therapy,
Music Therapy
Federal Government, Senior
Citizens’ Centers, United Way
Agencies, Social Service
Social Research, Market Research, Data Analysis
Government Agencies, Colleges,
Market Research Firms, Consulting
Firms
Research
What Can I Do With a Degree In Communications?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Business
Sales, Customer Service, Management, Training and
Development, Writing/Editing, Office Management
Manufacturers, Financial
Companies, Hospitals, Print &
Electronic Media
Education
Teaching, Research, Student Support Services:
Admissions, Advising, Student Affairs, Recruitment,
Alumni Affairs
Colleges and Universities, Guest
Speaker Opportunities,
Educational Facilities
Government
Campaigning, Programming, Legislative Assistance,
Research, Lobbying, Conflict Negotiation
Government Agencies, Political
Parties, Political Action
Committees
Law
Law Assistance, Contractual, Nonprofit or Public
Interest, Mediation, Lobbying
Law Firms, Government Agencies,
Corporations, Colleges and
Universities
Public
Relations
Advertising, Marketing, Corporate Public Affairs,
Creative Directing, Audience Analysis, Public Opinion
Research
Public Service Organizations,
Public Relations Firms, Sport and
Entertainment Organizations
What Can I Do With a Degree In Behavioral Science?
Field
Career Areas
Employers
Business
Sales, Customer Service, Management, Training and
Development, Writing/Editing, Office Management
Manufacturers, Financial
Companies, Hospitals, Print &
Electronic Media
Education
Teaching, Research, Student Support Services:
Admissions, Advising, Student Affairs, Recruitment,
Alumni Affairs
Colleges and Universities, Guest
Speaker Opportunities,
Educational Facilities
Government
Campaigning, Programming, Legislative Assistance,
Research, Lobbying, Conflict Negotiation
Government Agencies, Political
Parties, Political Action
Committees
Law
Law Assistance, Contractual, Nonprofit or Public
Interest, Mediation, Lobbying
Law Firms, Government Agencies,
Corporations, Colleges and
Universities
Public
Relations
Advertising, Marketing, Corporate Public Affairs,
Creative Directing, Audience Analysis, Public Opinion
Research
Public Service Organizations,
Public Relations Firms, Sport and
Entertainment Organizations
About the M.A. in Teaching
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
– Designed for students who wish to earn secondary teacher
certification
– Focus is on producing teacher candidates who can:
• demonstrate research-based and practice validated
strategies for teaching and learning
• teach subject matter to a diverse student body
• analyze their practice for effectiveness in promoting
student learning and integrate technology to promote
personal and student growth.
About the M.A. in Teaching? (cont.)
• Program Requirements
– The Master of Arts in Teaching requires the successful
completion of 36 credits, including 9 credits of
professional internship.
• The program leads to eligibility for Maryland teaching
certification in the secondary areas of:
Biology
Chemistry
Computer science
Earth/Space science
English
History
Mathematics
Physics
Social studies
Fall 2010 Undergraduate Start Dates
Fall 2010 Graduate Start Dates
Why UMUC?
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A Wide Selection of Academic Programs:
As a globally-focused university serving more than 90,000 students
worldwide, UMUC offers an unparalleled breadth of programs, each
tailored to meet the needs of the marketplace. Whatever your field of
interest, you’re sure to find the program that will equip you with the
knowledge and skills to advance your career.
Convenience:
Choose to enroll in an online program and you can attend class when and
where you want, without interrupting your job or personal life. No hassles
with commuting or crowded classrooms. Simply log in to your online
classroom to start learning.
Flexibility:
Prefer a classroom experience? Many of UMUC’s courses are also taught in
convenient locations throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C.
metropolitan area.
Why UMUC?
• State-of-the-Art Education:
UMUC’s programs are designed to provide you with in-demand skills
and expertise. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest
information, concepts, and practices in a variety of fields. So you’ll be
armed with the education and skills you need to advance.
• Expert Instructors:
UMUC courses are taught by faculty who are experts in their fields.
Aside from impressive academic and professional credentials, our faculty
members hold high-level positions within the fields they teach. Their
first-hand knowledge and experience can be immediately applied to your
career success.
• Financial Options:
An array of financial programs are available, including grants, loans, and
scholarships. UMUC’s highly trained and helpful financial aid specialists
can help you find the option that's right for you.
Where?
Largely asynchronous study online via WebTycho
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In UMUC’s proprietary password-protected online classrooms
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Same instruction as if “onsite”: Seminar curriculum, faculty, lectures,
assignments, activities, expectations and standards
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Weekly schedule with established times and standards for submissions
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Writing is critical, participation essential
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Full library resources & support
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Interact frequently with faculty & peers at times that work with your schedule
Combined delivery (hybrid) option: a combination of online and face to face
courses
How do I Get Started?
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Apply!
Send us your official transcripts
Decide on a payment option
Register for classes
Order books
Log in to your classroom through WebTycho
Begin your fast track to career success!