Golden Gate University at a Glance
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2014-2016 CATALOG Golden Gate University Catalog 2014-2016 President’s Message President’s Message “Each is given a bag of tools A shapeless mass, A book of rules; And each must make… Ere life has flown… A stumbling block Or a stepping-stone” — R.L. Sharpe Finding your place in this rapidly changing world can be a daunting task. Some futurists estimate sixty percent of the jobs that will exist in ten years have yet to be invented. The only way to ready yourself for the ever-changing job market is to learn a set of unassailable skills that will serve you throughout your lifetime. Your education must help you leverage your natural abilities and ignite your passions, so you can succeed – on your terms. Our alumni range from superior court judges to vintners to venture capitalists to non-profit humanitarians. At Golden Gate University, we prepare you for today’s and tomorrow’s world. Our focus on real-life scenarios, professional ethics and practice-based learning means that our students can make immediate, measurable contributions in their chosen field. But we don’t stop there. Those who graduate with a degree from GGU are equipped with the ability to think critically, collaborate effectively, and lead confidently. GGU has a long, proud history of providing higher education to adults like you, who power the Bay Area and beyond by determining what only they can bring to the world – and then delivering it. We look forward to helping you develop your unique talents and make your mark. President Dan Angel Golden Gate University 1 Table of Contents — Locations Golden Gate University Catalog 2014-2016 Contents Locations Golden Gate University At a Glance . 3 San Francisco Mission, Value Proposition . 3 536 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105-2968 Degrees and Certificates . 4 415-442-7800 • fax: 415-442-7807 Undergraduate Programs . 5 e-mail: [email protected] Undergraduate Degrees. 6 Undergraduate Certificates . .11 School of Accounting . .13 Graduate Degrees . 14 Silicon Valley 3000 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054 Graduate Certificates. .18 408-573-7300 • fax: 415-442-6579 Edward S. Ageno School of Business . 19 e-mail: [email protected] Graduate Degrees . 22 Graduate Certificates. .49 School of Law . 53 Los Angeles Bruce F. Braden School of Taxation. .54 725 South Figueroa Street, Suite 1550 Graduate Degrees . 55 Los Angeles, CA 90017-5418 Graduate Certificates. .56 213-623-6000 • fax: 213-623-8270 Course Descriptions . 58 e-mail: [email protected] PLUS+ Program. .98 University Libraries. .99 Admission to the University . 100 Seattle Admission of International Students . 103 1424 Fourth Avenue, Suite 410 Certificate and Open Enrollment Studies . 104 Seattle, WA 98101 Undergraduate Transfer Credit . 105 206-622-9996 • fax: 206-343-0467 Graduate Transfer Credit. 106 e-mail: [email protected] Tuition and Fees . 108 Student Financial Planning . 110 Enrolling at the University . 120 Degree Requirements . 130 eLearning Student Services and Support Programs. 134 536 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105-2968 Graduation and Commencement . 139 415-369-5250 • fax: 415-227-4502 University Standards and Policies. 141 e-mail: [email protected] The Faculty . 147 Board of Trustees . 158 University Administration . 159 Campus Safety and Security Information . 162 Index . 163 Golden Gate University Catalog (USPS 221-200) The university assumes no liability, and hereby expressly negates the Vol. L, June 2014 same, for failure to provide or delay in providing educational or related Published by Golden Gate University, Office of University Advancement, services or facilities, or for any other failure or delay in performance arising 536 Mission Street, San Francisco, California 94105-2968. out of or due to causes beyond the reasonable control of the university, Telephone: 415-442-7830 which causes include, without limitation, power failure, fire, strikes by university employees or others, damage by the elements, and acts of Design: Morgan Dodge public authorities. The university will, however, exert reasonable efforts, Editors: Muriel MacDonald and Jennifer Williams when in its judgment it is appropriate to do so, to provide comparable Photography: Gene Dailey or substantially equivalent services, facilities or performance; but its inability or failure to do so shall not subject it to liability. The university reserves the right to change regulations, curricula, courses, course locations, tuition and fees, or any other aspect of its programs described in this catalog. 2 Golden Gate University 070814 Golden Gate University Catalog 2014-2016 Golden Gate University At-a-Glance Golden Gate University At a Glance History Class Size The fourth-oldest private university in California, Golden Gate Most classes are kept small so students can receive personalized University was officially established in 1901 as a place where attention from their professors. Students are recognized working adults could improve and acquire skills to advance as individuals and are encouraged to bring their valuable their careers. GGU grew out of the night school of the San perspectives to classroom discussions. Professors work closely Francisco YMCA and, for much of the 20th century, was the with students to help them develop their potential and meet only choice in San Francisco for working men and women to earn their individual goals. an undergraduate or graduate degree while shouldering career and family responsibilities. A nonprofit, independent university, Students Golden Gate serves working adults who want a better education, More than 4,700 students attended Golden Gate during the empowering them to have a successful career and better quality 2012-2013 academic year, of which 66 percent were in graduate of life. Our students are poised to achieve their aspirational goals; programs, 15 percent were in undergraduate programs and 19 and through relevant, effective learning, we help them reach their percent were law students. There were 582 international students full potential. from 55 countries enrolled at GGU. Accreditation Mission Golden Gate University is accredited by the Western Association Golden Gate University prepares individuals to lead and serve of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, by providing high-quality, practice-based educational programs Alameda, CA 94501; 510-748-9001. in law, taxation, business and related professions — as a The School of Law is accredited by the American Bar nonprofit institution — in an innovative and challenging learning Association, 750 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago IL 60611; environment that embraces professional ethics and diversity. 312-988-6743; the State Bar of California and the Association of American Law Schools, 1201 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036-2605; 202-296-8851. Value Proposition Golden Gate University students make immediate, measurable contributions as they enter or advance in their profession. Each Approach graduating student will possess: Contemporary programs, new technology and academic 1. The ability to think critically, analyze and synthesize. innovations coupled with experiential classroom learning taught 2. The relevant bodies of knowledge and their application in by working professionals make the Golden Gate experience global and multicultural business and legal environments. especially relevant. We are recognized for our practical and 3. The knowledge of professional standards and ethics and the professionally focused approach to education; coursework is ability and sense of duty to apply them. often based on the real challenges facing our society. Program 4. A respect and appreciation for the value of diversity among and course formats are designed to maximize learning outcomes. people and ideas. 5. Effective research skills relevant to the discipline. Faculty 6. Communication skills, including speaking, writing and Classes are taught by an experienced group of full-time faculty listening. as well as a large number of adjunct professors who currently 7. The ability to use technologies and applications necessary work in the fields they teach, bringing on-the-job insight directly for success in their fields. to class for students to debate and discuss. Outside of class, 8. The ability to adapt in the rapidly changing world. most of our professors work as CEOs, directors, vice presidents, 9. Leadership qualities. entrepreneurs, consultants, partners and managers at companies 10. The awareness necessary to identify and capitalize on career of all sizes. GGU faculty, deans and directors have professional or service opportunities. experience in their fields as well as a strong academic orientation. We use the case study method of instruction to teach students how to put theory into practice. Schedules Classes meet throughout the year in 16- and 8-week formats. See the schedule for specific offerings. All of our programs are available in-person at our San Francisco campus and most are available online. Select programs are offered at our Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and Seattle campuses. Degree programs can be completed in an intensive cohort or at your own pace. Golden Gate University 3 Degrees and Certificates Golden Gate University Catalog 2014-2016 Degrees and Certificates Master of Science in Financial Planning . .34 Undergraduate Programs offered: Master of Science in Financial Planning and Taxation . 36 Bachelor of Arts in Management . 6 with a concentration in with a general concentration. 7 Estate Planning . .36 with a concentration in Taxation