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GENERAL CATALOG 2020 - 2021 WELCOME MESSAGE Congratulations! By selecting Broward International University, you are taking a firm step towards your future and fulfilling your educational aspirations. Broward International University understands that as the world and professional fields evolve, your academic needs will do so, as well. We are committed to providing you with the tools to face those challenges, by delivering higher education programs. Located in Davie, Florida, Broward International University is proud to embrace the diversity that engulfs South Florida. The region has become a hub for the United States to the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The influx of ethnicities has helped us observe many different points of view regarding past, current, and future events; it is this global outlook that allows Broward International University to offer a diverse faculty with different perspectives that currently shape the global professional environment. We are in an age where information and technological changes are constantly reshaping our lives. As time goes on, there is no doubt that this trend will continue to increase. Keeping this in mind, Broward International University is committed to offering our students a well-organized learning platform, which will allow them to have an enjoyable, reliable, and efficient learning experience. To accomplish this, Broward International University constantly monitors the most recent technological advancements and new innovations in the field of educational technology. Finally, we believe that success comes to those who take advantage of opportunities and execute these opportunities at the right time. Your desire to grow professionally, combined with our academic instruction, is the best way to achieve success. Today, you undertake the challenge of improving your knowledge and we are confident that with your desire and our support you will reach your goals and will prevail at this new endeavor. Thank you for choosing Broward International University. We look forward to hearing from you and witnessing your achievements. Good Luck! Broward International University, Inc. BROWARD INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY General Catalog 2020-2021 – Volume V Effective Date: January 01, 2016 Revision Date(s): February 15, 2016; March 15, 2017; May 26, 2017, August 14, 2017, March 15, 2018, March 18, 2019, March 01, 2020 Publication Policy The Catalog of the University, which is published biennially during the month of December of even-numbered year, contains summaries of the University Official Policies and Procedures, Rules and Regulations, minimum and Specific Program eligibility requirements for admission, Academic Programs information, Academic Calendar, Student support services, and other regulatory information. Changes to the Catalog At its discretion, Broward International University reserves the right to change, at any time and without previous notice, the Policies and Procedures, Regulations, Academic Calendar, applicable Tuition and Fees, Academic Programs and related Courses, and any other information published in this Catalog in order to carry out its purposes and objectives. Periodical revisions of the content of the Catalog, which also includes references to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations as well as rules and policies enforced by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, will be made to correct error and omissions, and to publish updates. This effort is motivated by the University commitment to ensure the accuracy of the material included herein. Particularly, when mayor changes are incorporated due to curricular reviews, which may result in the discontinuation of programs and courses, and changes in requirements for admission, academic progress, and graduation, the University will make every reasonable effort to honor the curriculum and requirements originally established for each Student affected. Any Academic Department responsible for the administration and leadership of a specific program of study may also publish additional material prepared to provide specific information pertaining to its program. This information must be consistent with the information provided within the Catalog. However, if any conflict is observed, the information found in this Catalog supersedes any other published conflicting information regardless of the source. Since the University Catalog is subject to periodical revisions, we urge Students to visit our website at http://www.biu.us or our academic platform at http://lms.biu.us to explore the latest version of the Catalog as well as other useful information pertaining to academic programs, admission processes, cost, financial assistance, and Student services. Student could also contact the Office of the University Registrar at ([email protected]) for further assistance. Broward International University Page 2 of 136 (Effective 01/01/2016) Equal Access and Equal Opportunity Statement Broward International University is committed to provide equal access to education and employment opportunities to applicants for admission, students, applicants for employment, and employees. In more specific terms, this policy covers the areas of admission, employment, financial assistance, access to programs and course offerings, and University services such as library, advising, and guidance. The University is also committed to provide educational and work environments that are free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation practices, which are based on race, color of the skin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, veteran or military status, and/or any other protected status. Academic Calendar for the Years 2019-2021 Broward International University offers four (4) ten-week academic terms per year. The following is the official University Academic Calendar for the years 2019-2021.