Undergraduate Programs the American University with a Global Perspective Bachelor / Certificates ACADEMICS

Undergraduate Programs The American University with a Global Perspective Bachelor / Certificates ACADEMICS

It’s time to expand your horizons, challenge your thinking and get ready to thrive in today’s global society.

05 WELCOME 06 ACADEMICS – AMERICAN EDUCATION 08 BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT 10 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 12 MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS 14 PSYCHOLOGY 16 STUDENT CENTERED PHILOSOPHY 18 STUDENT LIFE 20 CAMPUS 22 WHY VIENNA? 24 HOUSING 26 CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI 28 ADMISSIONS 29 WEBSTER WORLDWIDE ACADEMICS

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Welcome to the Best Years of Your Life!

Welcome to Webster Vienna, a private university in the At Webster Vienna, you will not only have the opportunity heart of Europe, which combines the best of the American to make the most of our academic resources, but you educational system with an international perspective. will also have Vienna’s location in the heart of Europe at your doorstep. The city is a diplomatic hub and a number We pride ourselves on our student-centered philosophy. of international corporate headquarters and international Small-class sizes mean professors can focus on the interests organizations, such as the United Nations, Organization of individual students. The average class size is less than of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), and the 14 students. We have around 130 teachers ranging Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe from full-time professors to adjunct faculty dedicated (OSCE), call it home. We hope you will, too. in providing a high-quality education. Faculty is comple- mented by around 45 staff members, maintaining the Your time at university can be the best years of your life. administrative and technical support system that allows We hope this brochure will help you as you embark on our 500 students to succeed in today’s rapidly changing this exciting new chapter. It would be our pleasure to world. welcome you personally to our campus, Palais Wenkheim, at one of our Open Information Evenings. Or better yet, Joining the Webster Vienna community means you will as a new student. be joining a global community, one with classmates from over 70 countries. Here at Webster Vienna, diversity is respected, and innovative ideas and unique perspec- tives are always welcome. We foster an environment with activities that help students develop leadership skills and skills to thrive in an interconnected world. We care passionately about your learning and we strive for academic excellence. ACADEMICS

6 Strive for Excellence Webster focuses on excellence in teaching, the joining of theory and practice, and small class sizes

We educate students to be lifelong independent learners prepared to participate in an increasingly international society. Classes are small and interactive with a maximum of 25 students per class.

In a world where research and innovation are the driving forces in the modern economy, Webster recognizes the importance of enabling our students to participate in faculty-mentored research and creative projects.

The learning experience offered during research can both engage and empower you in a way that does not occur during traditional coursework. It also allows the formation of a close working relationship with a faculty mentor who will provide expert guidance, encouragement and support throughout the research, thus promoting student confidence and excellence.

Exposure to an area of research can also help you to decide on a career path. And in today’s competitive job market, Our Mission employers increasingly recognize the value of educational practices that prepare students for success in the work- Webster University, a worldwide institution, place, such as conducting research even at the undergra- ensures high quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship duate level. and individual excellence.

Core Values Students – By sustaining a personalized approach to education through small classes, close relation- ships with faculty and staff and attention to student Research life. Learning – By developing educational programs that join theory and practice, provide an inter- Webster Vienna Private University is fortunate to have national perspective, encourage creativity and research faculty who actively pursue and acquire grant- scholarship, and foster a lifelong desire to learn and actively serve communities and the world. funded research projects. Our research faculty pursue academic inquiry along the framework of the Social and Diversity – By creating an environment accessible Behavioral Sciences and regularly publish in top-ranked, to individuals of diverse cultures, ages and socio- economic backgrounds, and instilling in students a peer-reviewed journals, author monographs or edited respect for diversity and an understanding of their works, attend competitive conferences and symposia, own and others values. and are sought after by the larger community for their Global Citizenship – By educating a diverse popu- input on salient issues discussed in the mass media. lation locally, nationally and internationally, acting The institutional research focus corresponds with the responsibly toward the environment to foster a respective disciplines that are taught in the bachelor sustainable future, and strengthening the communi- and master study programs. ties we serve. ACADEMICS

7 Be ACCREDITATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS

Webster University is accredited in the United Individual States by the Higher Learning Commission. The accreditation, which was first awarded in 1925, includes undergraduate and graduate You are the architect of your degree, degree programs at all locations worldwide make it your masterpiece. where the university offers its programs. Since 2001, Webster Vienna Private University, has been accredited by The Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria as an Austrian private university.

Webster’s Business and Management What exactly does it mean to attend Webster – the American programs are accredited by ACBSP university with a global perspective – here in Vienna? (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs). It means you will be able to earn a liberal arts degree within the world’s finest education system, while designing an For a full list of our awards and recognitions, please visit individual study program that prepares you for a career any- webster.ac.at/accreditations where in the world.

The three components of your degree: 3 Tailor your degree 1 with your electives Requisite courses and You can enhance your major by choosing higher-level Global Citizenship Program elective courses in the same field, or expand your major You will start your studies by taking Requisite Competency by studying related subjects in another field. For example, courses in order to master a core set of skills that prepare Business majors may wish to improve their presentation you for future academic work. These include writing compo- skills with elective courses in Media Communications, sition, math, computer applications, study skills and the while International Relations majors might be interested freshman seminar. The American liberal arts education in the psychology of cultural diversity. system also provides broader, more general knowledge – in areas such as history, science, and the arts – as well You can also earn a double major by choosing all your as training in critical thinking and problem-solving skills elective courses from one other major department, or (Global Citizenship Program). These skills are crucial for add a minor by selecting a cluster of elective courses you to become well-rounded citizens of the world: intel- from a different department. lectually adept and resourceful, able to handle complex situations and changing conditions in the 21st century.

2 Webster Vienna offers Bachelor Programs in Your major ◊ Business and Management When you have chosen your » major «, your main area of ◊ International Relations interest, you will take a distinct sequence of courses in that ◊ Media Communications specific discipline – some courses are required, others are ◊ Psychology electives and can be chosen by you to best fit your area of specialization and interest. We also offer Minor courses and the following two certificate programs which can be included as part of your degree ◊ Certificate in Entrepreneurship ◊ Certificate in Digital Media - Design & Production ACADEMICS

Career Opportunities

Whether you plan a career in banking, finance, consulting, IT, telecommunications, manufac- turing, or with a nonprofit organization such as the United Nations, your Business and Management degree from Webster will open the door. Our Business students have gone on to lead successful careers in companies such as Bank Austria, Baxter, Dell, Erste Group, Hewlett Packard, Honeywell, IBM, Microsoft, NIKE, Oracle, Philips, Siemens, and many more. Webster also nurtures a strong entrepreneurial spirit to which the many successful business ventures of our graduates are a testimony. Tailor your degree

Webster Vienna Private University allows you the flexibility to customize your learning experience. Interdisciplinary coursework will allow you to deepen your knowledge in a specific area. Should you, for example, plan a career in Marketing, selecting courses or even a second degree in Media Communications or Psychology may be exactly what you are looking for. Your personal academic advisor will be happy to consult with you.

PROGRAMS

9 Degrees

128 Credit Hours Business and EXAMPLE OF COURSES OFFERED ◊◊ Financial Accounting ◊◊ Principles of Microeconomics Management ◊◊ Management Theory and Practices ◊◊ Managerial Accounting Are you planning to take over the family ◊◊ Principles of Macroeconomics ◊◊ Business Law: International business one day? Is your goal to lead a multinational company or launch your own business idea? Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration

◊◊ College Algebra For any of these aspirations you will need a solid business ◊◊ Principles of Finance and management foundation. Gaining a sound under- ◊◊ Operations Management standing of finance, accounting, economics, marketing, ◊◊ Introduction to Statistics ◊◊ Principles of Organizational Behavior and management will be indispensable for your career. ◊◊ Business Policy Personal skills such as the ability to think analytically, to ◊◊ Information Analysis solve problems, to communicate effectively and to lead ◊◊ Marketing and inspire others will make the difference between success and failure in an increasingly competitive global business Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Management arena. Our Business and Management programs will prepare you for the challenges ahead. ◊◊ Human Resources Management ◊◊ Marketing ◊◊ Managerial Policies and Strategies Thanks to our unique blend of academic excellence and hands-on practice, you will leave Webster with solid academic references and highly marketable business Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Management, skills. Our professors and distinguished guest lecturers, International Business Emphasis seasoned corporate professionals and internationally ◊◊ Human Resources Management renowned academics, all share the same passion for tea- ◊◊ International Management ching and inspiring future business leaders. They will ◊◊ International Trade and Finance personally mentor and encourage you to pursue your own ◊◊ Marketing ◊◊ International Marketing projects and interests. ◊◊ Global Competitive Strategies

But it’s not only a Webster education that will set you apart from the competition. You will always be part of the Bachelor of Arts (BA) Webster network – whether it is through the student in Management, associations you join, the international friendships and Marketing Emphasis contacts you build or the student and the alumni services ◊◊ Human Resources Management we offer. ◊◊ Advertising ◊◊ Marketing Research ◊◊ Marketing ◊◊ International Marketing ◊◊ Marketing Strategies

For a complete list of courses for all programs, please visit webster.ac.at

Business students who graduate with academic honors can join Delta Mu Delta, an international honor society open for ACBSP accredited schools.

Webster student Sona Klucarova received the Delta Mu Delta Board Award, one of the prestigious annual scholarship awards presented to outstanding business students by Delta Mu Delta’s central office in Brookfield, IL, USA. ACADEMICS

Tailor your degree

At Webster you have the freedom to take electives from other departments to pursue your own special interests. Courses such as the psychology of economics, or cultural diversity in the media, can add value to your skill set and improve your performance and effectiveness in international relations.

Career Opportunities

Our campus is unique in its access to many of the world’s top international and nongovernmental organizations. Our students frequently obtain prized internships before going on to work, for example, at one of the Vienna-based intergovernmental organizations or specialized agencies such as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the Organization on Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the Comprehensive Nuclear- Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), or one of the EU institutions.

Other Webster graduates pursue top careers in politics, international business, and national foreign services, or become aid workers for governmental agencies and NGOs. Webster’s International Relations graduates are regularly admitted to prestigious post-graduate programs in Europe and the United States, such as Oxford, Cambridge, the London School of Economics, Columbia, Johns Hopkins and Georgetown. Most importantly, our graduates leave with a large network of life-long friends and colleagues in countries, companies and go- vernments around the world, an essential component of success in today’s globalized world.

PROGRAMS

11 Degrees

128 Credit Hours International Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Relations International Relations EXAMPLES OF CORE COURSES Whether you want to work in government, ◊◊ Introduction to International Politics a global corporation, academia, or a ◊◊ Research Methods and Approaches nongovernmental organization, a degree in Political Science in International Relations can open many doors. ◊◊ Introduction to Political Theory ◊◊ Theories of International Relations ◊◊ Introduction to Comparative Politics ◊◊ Politics in the Industrialized World ◊◊ Politics of the Developing World ◊◊ Introduction to International Law In the courses taught at the International Relations ◊◊ Diplomatic History ◊◊ Conduct of Foreign Policy (IR) Department you will learn how to do rigorous and ◊◊ World Systems structured research, how to understand and explain a ◊◊ International Political Economy comprehensive range of international relations issues and ◊◊ International Affairs: European Integration how to develop scholarly analysis as well as how to apply ◊◊ International Security ◊◊ Environmental and Energy Security it. You can specialize in different fields such as European ◊◊ History of Human Rights integration studies, Asian security studies, energy and ◊◊ International Organizations environmental policies or international organizations just ◊◊ Principles of Macroeconomics ◊◊ Introduction to Measurement and Statistics to mention a few. Our international classrooms, with ◊◊ Current problems in Human Rights students and faculty from all around the world, enhance ◊◊ Model UN the different political and cultural discussions leading ◊◊ Contemporary Europe to a better understanding in the field of International Relations. EXAMPLES OF ELECTIVE COURSES ◊◊ Current European and American Diplomatic Issues As a Webster Vienna International Relations student, you ◊◊ International Business Law will have an intellectually challenging and academically ◊◊ Non-governmental Organizations ◊◊ Economics of Development outstanding program of lectures, research topics, interac- ◊◊ International Relations Seminar: Terrorism tive coursework, field trips and tutorials. Your professors ◊◊ World Civilizations before 1500 will be highly experienced and top-level academicians, ◊◊ Age of Total War – Europe 1890-1945 ◊◊ Introduction to Political Argumentation and Debate diplomats and foreign affairs experts, offering you a comprehensive insight into the world of IR. Through their academic and professional networks, our IR faculty For a complete list of courses for all programs, please visit members are able to give you the rare chance to meet webster.ac.at leading actors at the national and international level for first-hand dialog. Current students and graduates alike cite these experiences as formative highlights of their education at Webster Vienna. Webster Vienna Private University gives students the freedom and responsibility to take charge of life from day one. The International Relations program does not make an exception – you, the student, have the unique chance to plan your studies according to your own preferences and career ambitions.

Svetoslava Todorova We are proud that Webster Vienna’s model UN team received the ALUMNA, second-highest number of awards INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS of all participating universities (including other prestigious universities, such as SciencesPo, LSE, Princeton, MIT and Cambridge) at its first international Model UN conference, MEDMUN in Menton, France. Two of our students also received the Best Delegate awards. ACADEMICS

Career Opportunities

A strong portfolio is essential when it comes to finding a job after graduation. Webster ensures that all media students will leave with strong bodies of work in their specialized fields, whether they are based in text, research, Tailor your degree videos, photography or other media. Media is the means of communications, but The Media Communications curriculum what is your message? The answer may lie in prepares students for postgraduate studies at other fields of study. To report on some aspect leading universities, and to find employment of world affairs, for instance, you can obtain vital as producers, writers, photographers, designers background from a course in International Rela- and creative directors in private business, tions. To prepare for corporate presentations or television, government, NGOs, the movie campaigns, electives in Business and Marketing industry and elsewhere. will provide you with some necessary fundamentals. Such possibilities enable you to focus your degree just about any way you wish.

PROGRAMS

13 Degrees

128 Credit Hours Media Bachelor of Arts (BA) Communications in Media Communications This program offers an education in the Do the possibilities of digital storytelling fundamentals of the field, in research, legal and ethical matters, multimedia and fascinate you? Are you intrigued by how a audiovisual techniques. video or image goes viral? Would you like the skills to take an idea from script to screen? EXAMPLE OF COURSES OFFERED ◊◊ Ethics in the Media ◊◊ Digital Basic Photography If so, then a degree in Media Communications will provide ◊◊ Introduction to Media Writing ◊◊ Mass Communication you with the tools needed to navigate the communication ◊◊ Introduction to Media Production challenges of the 21st century. ◊◊ Introduction to Media Research ◊◊ Writing for Interactive Digital Media ◊◊ International Communications Media Communications is a fascinating, rapidly changing ◊◊ The Law and the Media and growing field. News, entertainment, advertising, ◊◊ Cultural Diversity in the Media audiovisual production, photography, animation, feature ◊◊ Media and Digital Culture ◊◊ Interpersonal Communication writing, blogging, social and personal media – they are all part of it. The Internet and the digitalization of information have driven media to new horizons and will For a complete list of courses for all programs, continue to do so. please visit webster.ac.at

The Media Communications program is an excellent choice if you want to understand how the media works and how to apply your knowledge in practical training.

As a student of Media Communications, you will enjoy the attention you receive in our small and interactive classes. During your studies you will be able to develop your own style by gaining hands-on experience in media The Media Communications program at production or writing under the guidance of our dedicated Webster Vienna Private University offers faculty. hands-on courses. Our professors are experts in the field, which makes for an engaging, insightful and interesting The curricula of our media major includes internships, classroom experience. It is a great major guest lectures and visits to media organizations. Students for all creative minds. complete their degreee by producing an academic thesis. Recent examples of student work include video documen- ting UN and other conferences and participation in Vienna’s annual » Under the Radar « symposium.

Studying media at Webster prepares you for successful Julia Schaubach research and practical work in one of the most relevant BA IN MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS areas in today’s and tomorrow’s world: communication. AND MANAGEMENT ‘19

From left to right: Advanced audio recording studio with live-streaming features.

Post-production studio with high-end MacPro editing capability for film/video, motion-capture and digital animation.

Visual media recording studio with a professional LED-based studio lighting system. ACADEMICS

Career Opportunities

Whether in clinical psychology and psycho- therapy, research and experimental psychology, or in organizational communication and consulting, at Webster you will have the opportunity to customize your course of study in order to lay the best foundations for your specific career goals. Above all, you will earn a degree that prepares you for top level work in your field, and for continued academic success at prestigious universities.

Webster students have continued on to various successful careers as well as post-graduate studies at internationally renowned institutions such as Cambridge University, Columbia University, the Sorbonne, the University of Vienna, and the London School of Economics.

PROGRAMS

15 Degrees

128 Credit Hours Psychology If you are considering a career in psychology, Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology what better place to study than the city The Psychology program begins with a foundational of Vienna, the birthplace of Freud, Frankl, understanding of human behavior and the science of empirical research. Depending on your interests, Adler and Bettelheim, the forefathers you are offered several options to delve deeper into who gave birth to this field as a modern social specialized areas such as childhood development, corrective therapies, cross-cultural influences, science! psychoanalysis, abnormal and criminal psychology, family therapy, conflict resolution, and cyber-psychology. The curriculum also includes the study of psychology in relation to other fields, for example the application of As a Psychology student at Webster Vienna, you will have neuroscience to economics, marketing, business, the truly unique opportunity to walk in the footsteps of management, or media communications. Follow your these revolutionary thinkers and gain thorough knowledge interests or explore new areas – the choice is yours. of the human mind and the behavior it generates. You EXAMPLES OF CORE COURSES will understand how the technology of modern neuroscience ◊◊ Measurement and Statistics can be applied to demonstrate the impact of the uncon- ◊◊ Clinical Psychology scious mind on human behavior, and you will learn how to ◊◊ Counseling apply these insights to the field of counseling psychology. ◊◊ Industrial/Organizational Psychology ◊◊ Health Psychology ◊◊ Human Sexuality Our international faculty consists of accomplished ◊◊ Physiological Psychology academicians and researchers, experienced professional ◊◊ Abnormal Psychology psychologists, practicing psychotherapists, neuroscien- ◊◊ Child Psychology tists, and successful psychological business consultants. ◊◊ Adolescent Psychology ◊◊ Research Methods Their objective is to bring the wealth of their knowledge ◊◊ Cognitive Psychology and practical experience into the classroom. Over the course ◊◊ Sensation and Perception of your studies, you will have the opportunity to work ◊◊ Social Psychology with them side-by-side, assist them in their research, participate in student conferences, and gain valuable expo- For a complete list of courses for all programs, sure to the world of scientific study. please visit webster.ac.at

Webster University regularly hosts lectures by some of the world’s top scholars and practitioners from other institutions. World-renowned psychologist Prof. Philip The sheer talent of the lecturers to fully Zimbardo, a past president of the American Psychological capture my attention was what had turned Association, has often returned to Webster Vienna to teach my initial liking of psychology into an insatiable hunger to learn more and to strive and give lectures. higher. It was their knowledge, guidance, and devotion that had prepared me, and finally helped me to obtain my Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology from the University of Cambridge. It is the quality of its lecturers that defines the quality of a University. In that respect, the Department of Psychology at Webster Vienna is the best of the best and I warmly recommend it to anyone with an interest in psychology.

Iva Cek

BA ‘10, PSYCHOLOGY PH.D CANDIDATE THE PSYCHOMETRICS CENTRE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES FACULTY OF HUMAN, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE At his last visit Prof. Zimbardo gave a lecture titled » My Journey from Evil to Heroism « (available on our Youtube channel). ACADEMICS

16 Our Focus is on You Life at university can be both exciting and rewarding. Yet it requires an adjustment to new people, new routines, and life in a new country. This is why at Webster Vienna, our focus is on you, the student. We have a variety of programs and people in place to support you—academically, socially, and professionally.

Academic Guidance and Support

Social Assistance and Activities

Professional Advice and Opportunities

ACADEMIC THE WRITING THE QUANT ADVISORS CENTER CENTER

From day one, you will be To be successful in class and also The Quant Center offers you free assigned to a personal advisor in your future professional career, individual tutoring sessions as who will guide you throughout it is essential to be able to well as group workshops in math your time at Webster on course communicate correctly and and quantitative work. By working selection and all issues related to effectively. We offer individual with experienced tutors, staff and your academic goals. tutoring free of charge – to help faculty, students will better you improve your writing skills in understand the concepts taught in all areas: grammar, essay writing, their math and quantitative citation formats, and editing. classes. ACADEMICS

STUDENT SERVICES

Here you can find help with all the practical aspects of moving – such as housing, visas, and health insurance – as well as a variety of other matters related to life on campus and living in Vienna.

COUNSELING AND THE STUDENT LEADERSHIP PSYCHOLOGICAL GOVERNMENT AND TESTING SERVICES ASSOCIATION (SGA) TRAINING

Private, professional evaluations Your elected student representa- At Webster you have many and consulting are available and tives in the SGA serve as your opportunities to develop your free of charge to assist you if you voice in university affairs. They leadership skills. Webster LEADS experience emotional issues (e.g. organize fun events and activities is an inspiring program that offers anxiety, depressive moods) or for students and also promote you the chance to develop and be learning or academic difficulties programs designed to help you in recognized for those abilities (e.g. due to anxiety, motivation or your creative and academic through special classes, concentration problems). projects. In addition, the SGA workshops, retreats, projects and supports sport clubs and other practical experiences. organizations run by students.

CLUBS AND ALUMNI THE CAREER ORGANIZATIONS ASSOCIATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER All Webster Vienna Societies and Our Alumni Association helps Clubs meet on a regular basis and alumni worldwide stay in touch This is where you can receive conduct academically oriented or with each other and the university. individual career coaching and social activities. Examples of It provides alumni with profes- find connections to job and current clubs and societies: Delta sional and social networking internship opportunities, Mu Delta, Football Club, Volleyball opportunities, and brings alumni information on job search Club, Business Society Club, together with current students and resources, access to guest International Relations Club, faculty members. lectures and career workshops, as Psychology Club, Photo Society, well as several other tools to Model UN, Vienna Marathon, prepare you to compete Spartan Race and Martial Arts successfully in the job market Club. after graduation. ACADEMICS

18 STUDENT LIFE

19 Join Our Community

Make the most of your Webster experience by getting involved in campus life and our leadership program.

Community Life Webster LEADS Studying at Webster means much more than just getting There’s a leader in everyone – and WebsterLEADS will your degree. Our campus life offers you the opportunity help you discover your inner leader. How do you work to get the most out of your student experience by getting in a multicultural team? How to you solve problems in a involved in our tight-knit, diverse community. We know group? How do you become a better leader and role model that students who are engaged, have a strong social for you fellow students and others? These are just some network and have close contact with faculty and staff do of the skills you can learn by completing our leadership better in class too – so join us and become a full-fledged certificate alongside your studies. Whether it’s by taking Gorlok!* on leadership roles on campus, participating in Webster Europe leadership retreats, or performing community You can get involved in one of our many programs and service, you’ll learn, grow, and make lifelong friends. It’ll organizations for student life – the Student Government look great on your CV too. Association, Webster LEADS program, or a student club (we have lots, from soccer to debate to dance!). Students It doesn’t matter what your major is, LEADS is open to all and the university put on all sorts of events, excursions students. You don’t have to be an extrovert or want to be and activities throughout the year: the Thanksgiving feast, a CEO to be a leader! Our philosophy is that no matter the Webster Works Worldwide charity day, international what, you can » lead from where you are «, and we’ll tailor cultural festival, and our famous talent show (the winners your LEADS experience to be the best and most bene- get to compete against their fellows from the other Webster ficial fit for you. Make leadership a part of your Webster campuses). New student orientation, held before the start experience. of each term for new students, is a packed week of fun, learning and meeting new friends to get you settled in and begin engaging in the student community. Our Webster Webster University’s community of Europe soccer tournament is also a fine tradition, taking students is diverse. What’s exciting to place at a different campus each year. me about my involvement is that I get to meet students outside of the classroom *The Gorlok is the Webster mascot who share my interests. Joining a club is a wonderful opportunity to make friends, hone a skill or learn a completely new one – two of my favourite memories are hanging out at the dorms practicing German and checking out some My experience during Webster’s Got art museums! Talent was so much fun! Performing allowed me to share an aspect of my culture within the global community of Webster University Vienna. Discovering the talents of my peers added to this amazing experience and really showed me the diversity and multi-talented community we have. Alexis Wing

STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS CURRENT STUDENT

Audrey Kodjo

WEBSTER’S GOT TALENT VIENNA 2015 CO-WINNER ALUMNA CLASS OF 2016 ACADEMICS

Modern and Interactive

◊◊ 17 seminar and classrooms ◊◊ Video conference classroom for simultaneous classes worldwide ◊◊ Smart boards in six classrooms ◊◊ Video recording studio ◊◊ Post production studio ◊◊ Audio radio lab ◊◊ Free Wi-Fi ◊◊ Student lounge with Starbucks coffee corner ◊◊ Lockers for storage ◊◊ Computer Labs (Windows, Mac) ◊◊ Library and Learning Center with over 14,000 items, including DVDs. In addition, our on-line resources include over 77,000 e-books, hundreds of thousands of academic journal articles, periodicals and much more. CAMPUS

Classes at Webster Vienna teach you Study important theory as well as help you gain real-life experience. After completing my first year I already managed to gain work in a Palais experience through the Work Study Scholarship program and started a part-time position at an international Webster Vienna is conveniently company. located just a few steps away from the historic city center of Vienna.

Most students are mesmerized when they enter our campus, the beautiful Palais Wenkheim. Built in 1826, Hannah Urbanek this neoclassical building features elegant architectural STUDENT, BA MANAGEMENT WITH AN detailing, both in the interior and exterior. The building EMPHASIS IN MARKETING AND MEDIA COMMUNICA- was completely renovated and transformed into a TIONS, DOUBLE MAJOR modern site for academic and operational excellence in 2014.

Contemplate, Communicate, Collaborate We offer facilities for all your study needs, whether you prefer working in groups with friends or in complete solitude. Throughout the building there are places available for students to meet and study. A popular meeting point is At the Library and Learning Center you will find the the Student Lounge on the ground floor with a Starbucks resources you need for your course work, to satisfy your coffee corner. intellectual curiosity, or to relax with a good book. Here you will have access to study carrels, project rooms Palais Wenkheim is centrally located in the inner city and for group study, computer stations for your studies and is just a 10 minute walk from the dormitory, Residence for access to research databases, etc. am Augarten.

Each classroom in Palais Wenkheim is unique and equipped with the latest technology. We have a large video conference room where classes are conducted simultane- ously with other Webster campuses worldwide.

Our Media Department has rooms with state of the art equipment for video and audio recording. 22

Come and experience for yourself why Vienna is consistently rated the top city in the world in which to live. LOCATION

23 Why Study in Vienna? Here are a few reasons:

◊ A city where old meets new ◊ A paradise for fitness fans Live in a historic environment, hang out in classic The outdoor sporting opportunities in and close to Viennese coffee houses and dance in trendy clubs. Visit Vienna are endless and include cycling, hiking, old castles and tour modern art exhibits. Well preserved running, horse backriding, tennis, sailing, skating, imperial palaces, elaborate baroque monuments and and of course, skiing in the Austrian Alps. neo-Gothic buildings blend with modern architectural structures in this contemporary city. ◊ Home to world-renowned luminaries of all kind Experience art and music firsthand. A place where ◊ Experience multicultural living and learning talents such as Klimt, Freud, Mozart and Mahler used Taste international cuisine, listen to an array of to frequent some of the city’s legendary coffee shops. languages, and engage in thriving class discussions with students from all corners of the world. ◊ Safe to live, safe to play With one of the lowest crime rates in Europe and ◊ We are in the heart of the city the third safest country rating in the world, you can Our campus is located in the historic Palais Wenkheim, safely explore the city at any time of day or night. newly renovated into a state-of-the art learning en- The public transportation is one of the best in Europe. vironment, conveniently located just a short distance It is clean, punctual, convenient and affordable. from the city center. ◊ Fun, vibrant, exciting and beautiful ◊ Located in Central Europe Come and experience for yourself why Vienna is With eight countries on its borders, Austria allows you consistently rated the top city in the world in which to travel easily while you learn. You can fly to any to live (e.g. Mercer’s » Quality of Living Survey «). European capital within thirty minutes to three hours With an eclectic music scene, rich history and cultural and immerse yourself in a different culture. heritage, Vienna attracts students from around the world! ◊ Welcome to the city of music Vienna is famous for its classical orchestras, waltzing ball season, and world-renowned operas, while also boasting a thriving nightlife. ACADEMICS

I love living at Am Augarten! The rooms are clean, new, and so sunny, which makes me happy all the time. Of course, the location is also ideal. As a Residence Assistant, I try to welcome students, make sure their accommodation is waiting for them, and create a great atmosphere so that they can feel at home at Webster and in Vienna.

Gvantsa Gedenidze

STUDENT, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND PSYCHOLOGY HOUSING

25 A Home Away from Home Welcome to our Webster Residence Am Augarten!

Webster Vienna’s dormitory combines all the newest ame- Dormitory living nities with the charm of vintage Viennese architectural Living in a dormitory among friends and classmates is a style. Here you will enjoy superior comfort, a convenient typical part of the American university experience. location and an engaging social atmosphere. To create this collegial community atmosphere and assure a supportive and caring environment for new students, Old world elegance greets you the moment you step Webster Vienna requires all its undergraduate freshmen through the doorway. A ground-floor café/lounge area serves and transfer students to spend their first academic semester as the center of social activity where students can relax living at ÖJAB* Webster Residence Am Augarten. with friends or study in small groups. All the rooms, on the Students who wish to stay longer can extend their contract other hand, are modern and have been beautifully renovated on a semester basis. Both the Residence Assistant and and furnished. the Housing Coordinator live on the premises and are available to help you manage and enjoy your dormitory Central location close to campus life as part of the Webster community. As comfortable and pleasing as the residence is, most students cite the building’s location as its main attraction. Address Its proximity to the university campus and to the heart Heinestrasse 15, 1020 Vienna, Austria of downtown Vienna make it extremely convenient for going to and from classes and for exploring all that this wonderful city has to offer. It is also surrounded by many cafés and restaurants, both for quick take-out as well as sit-down meals. All other amenities of community living, Key Features such as supermarkets, cleaners, clothing shops and doctors’ ◊◊ Rooms offices, are also plentiful and nearby. 24 double rooms, 32 single rooms ◊◊ All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, bed, bedside lamp, chairs, clothes closet, desk, en suite WC The central location is really with shower or bath tub, microwave, safe, important – everything you refrigerator could possibly want is easily accessible on foot or by public ◊◊ Wi-Fi transportation. The people are Free Wi-Fi throughout the building friendly and the atmosphere is ◊ great. ◊ Cleaning Weekly room cleaning ◊◊ Dining Community kitchen ◊◊ Elevator Alexander Hermann Yes

STUDENT, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ◊◊ Service A Housing Coordinator and Residence Assistant live on the premises ◊◊ Laundry Card-operated washing machines and dryers are located in the basement

* Österreichische Jungarbeiterbewegung / Austrian Young Workers Movement is a generation-connecting youth organization, independent of any political party or religious obligation. CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Webster takes care of the development of its students Be Prepared for even after their graduation. Through Webster’s Career Development Center, I learned about the great opportunity to do an internship at Erste Group Bank. The end of my internship there was just the beginning. Your Next Step It was the beginning of a job, which was everything I ever wanted out of my work life - working in an Your goal is our goal: to prepare you for, international environment, on challenging projects, with an amazing team of highly professional and and help you find, the best possible path positive colleagues. for a successful and rewarding career.

Margarita Yonova

BSC/BA ‘12 ERSTE GROUP BANK AG MARKETING/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION GROUP REMUNERATION & ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Earning your undergraduate degree is an important first step in fulfilling your career goals, but the actual path isn’t always simple or clear. Which professional discipline are you really best suited for? How can you obtain practical work experience – through internships or employment – which is so highly valued by employers?

Webster Vienna’s Career Development Center (CDC) is here to help you with these and other career-related questions and challenges. The coaching and counseling is free of charge, and available to all current students, recent graduates and alumni.

We start by helping you evaluate suitable career choices based on your skills and interests, and then work with you to create an effective job search strategy. You will learn the best way to market yourself to potential employers, and how to take advantage of activities at Webster Vienna that can make you a more attractive candidate. We also assist in preparing the best possible CV and cover letter, and provide advice and practice for that all-important interview.

The CDC success rate speaks for itself. With many years of experience and personal connections here in Vienna, we have placed countless students in internship and job positions both during their years at Webster and after graduation. The list of firms that have hired Webster alumni full- time reads like a »Who’s Who « of leading international businesses and organizations. ALUMINI

As a Webster graduate, I started life one Get step ahead. From Webster I have gained everything that the global world required from me such as multi-culturalism, diversity, Connected hybridism and speed.

Webster’s Alumni Association provides benefits that last. Dr. Tolga Yazıcı

BA ‘95, BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT, PLATO EDUCATION GROUP, BOARD OF TRUSTEES PRESIDENT

Webster Vienna Alumni go on to successful careers with local and international After graduating from Webster, you will automatically companies such as: become a member of the Webster Alumni Association (webster.ac.at/alumni), an international network of over

ACCENTURE EUROPEAN CENTRAL BANK 180,000 alumni, 3,000 of whom graduated from Webster SAMSUNG Vienna. RAIFFEISEN INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL TIMES Our Alumni Association is organized by a group of highly MARRIOTT HOTELS OGILVY & MATHER BMW involved individuals and alumni. They help alumni world- SAP OSCE SHELL wide to stay in touch with each other and the university. HILTON HOTELS UBS Membership is free and provides exclusive access to a wide MCKINSEY & COMPANY range of benefits and services including contacts and ERSTE GROUP BANK SIEMENS connections for a lifetime.

HEWLETT-PACKARD MICROSOFT SOTHEBY’S As you begin your life as a working professional, you can

ATV continue to receive support from the Career Development BANK AUSTRIA THE ECONOMIST GROUP Center with job leads and career guidance. You can also

DAIMLER continue your studies by auditing selected courses at THE COCA-COLA COMPANY REWE Webster University’s Vienna campus.

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MINISTRY OF FINANCE CROATIA IBM L’ORÉAL My undergraduate studies in psychology at ALMDUDLER Webster Vienna formed a strong foundation

VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP for my graduate and postgraduate work in AUSTRIAN MINISTRY OF neuroscience and space life sciences. FOREIGN AFFAIRS The academic foundation and research WTO HENKEL experience I gained, enabled me to pursue KPMG my PhD. I am reminded daily that without

BWIN.COM my Webster education, I would probably DELOITTE IAEA not be doing the science that I always BOREALIS HONEYWELL wanted to do.

INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS & RESORTS ORF – RADIO FM4 Dr. Vladimir Ivkovic

CITIBANK PHD, RESEARCH FELLOW AT NEURAL SYSTEM GROUP, SBERBANK DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY NIKE MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL JP MORGAN HOSPITAL AND HARVARD NOVARTIS MEDICAL SCHOOL (BOSTON, MA)

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28 Join us and apply

Visit us! You are always welcome to meet our admissions team to get answers to specific questions you might have and discuss how Webster can help you achieve your career goals. Throughout the year we organize events and weekly guided tours for prospective students and parents. On our website, you can also sign up for a free trial class to experience what it is like being a Webster student. If you live far away, our admissions team is also happy get in touch with you over the phone or online. To learn more about our upcoming events and weekly guided tours, please visit our website: webster.ac.at.

How to apply Applications are completed online, and are similar to other American university application processes. Your acceptance to Webster entitles you to attend any of our worldwide campus locations. If you are already enrolled at another accredited university and would like to transfer to Webster, please be aware that Webster accepts transfer credits from accredited universities.

APPLICATION GUIDE:

1 An online application

2 One letter of recommendation

3 400-word motivational essay

4 Copy of the biographical page of your passport

5 Résumé/Curriculum Vitae

6 Demonstrated proficiency in English

7 Official certified English translations of the transcripts from the last three years including the graduation certificate. We consider Advanced Standing for: AP, IB, A-Levels, Austrian Matura, German Abitur as well as other high school degrees from certain countries (please check with the Admissions Office)

8 ACT or SAT preferred but not required

9 All university transcripts (in English) for transfers from other accredited universities

29 Travel the world while studying at Webster Our worldwide network of campuses My experience abroad has enabled me to understand different cultures on a whole new offers study abroad opportunities level. Within Webster’s network I have that will help you prepare to live and work studied on four continents and this in a global society. experience has allowed me to develop as an individual and shaped me into a global citizen.

Living and studying in a foreign country is an invalu- able experience. At Webster we encourage you to take advantage of our international network and gain a new perspective by completing part of your studies in another country. All classes are taught in English and admissions to one campus means admission to the Webster worldwide network on 4 continents in 9 countries. Jonathan Strauser BA IN MANAGEMENT WITH AN EMPHASIS IN The benefit of studying within our network of campuses HUMAN RESOURCES is that you always stay within the Webster ‘family’ and our MANAGEMENT excellent support system. Wherever you go, you know our system, and you can focus on your degree while enjoying and exploring the world.

AUSTRIA CHINA GHANA

GREECE SWITZERLAND THAILAND

THE NETHERLANDS UNITED KINGDOM UNITED STATES Explore Develop Grow Experience 1 RECOGNIZED INTERNATIONALLY Reasons to Obtain a degree with inter Study at Webster national validation: Webster Vienna Private University is Vienna Private accredited in both the U.S. 10 University and Austria.

2 3 4 STUDENT-CENTERED TAILORED TOP PHILOSOPHY DEGREES FACULTY Thrive in our small interactive Choose courses together with Benefit from our accomplished classes: 25 – 30 students per your academic advisor that suit international faculty who share class. We have programs in your personal needs and a passion for teaching, inspiring place to support each student professional goals. and mentoring students. academically, socially and professionally.

5 6 7 INTERNATIONAL A UNIQUE WORLD’S NO. 1 COMMUNITY SETTING PLACE TO LIVE Study in Vienna with students The historic Palais Wenkheim Study in the city named ‘the from over 70 nations and has been transformed into world’s most liveable city’ by study abroad through our global a state-of-the-art learning Mercer’s » Quality of Living network of campuses. environment. Survey « several years in a row.

8 9 10 LIFE OUTSIDE CAREER WORLDWIDE THE CLASSROOM SUPPORT NETWORK Enjoy life to the fullest: join a Receive personalized career Join an international network student club and share our advice from our Career of over 180,000 alumni tradition of celebrating various Development Center, which after graduating and establish national holidays together. will also help you meet recrui- valuable new contacts. ters and find an internship.

Webster Vienna Private University Accredited in the U.S. and Austria Follow us on / WebsterVienna Palais Wenkheim Tel: +43 1 269 9293-0 / WebsterViennaPrivateUniversity Praterstrasse 23 [email protected] / WebsterUniVie 1020 Vienna, Austria webster.ac.at / WebsterVienna