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 Program Overview
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The University of Oregon (UO) offers a Master of Science degree in Applied Information Management (AIM) through distance and online education.
The AIM master's degree is focused on management and aimed at mid-level professionals who work in positions that require knowledge of the management of information, people, technologies, and resources. Students complete the degree part-time over approximately two and a half to three years.
The program is multidisciplinary. Students take classes in a range of areas, including data management, project management, information design and communication, business ethics, data mining, and viral marketing.
Instead of a thesis, students complete a capstone research paper, relative to a research topic of their choice.
To be accepted to the program, students must fulfill the following criteria:
• An accredited bachelor's degree in any field
• Currently work in a position related to one of the four academic areas in the AIM curriculum (Information Management, Information Design, Business Management, or Applied Research). This may include: database administrator, planner, programmer/analyst, project director, educator, multimedia services supervisor, information technology specialist, or desktop support analyst, to name a few.
• At least five years of work experience involved in the structuring, processing or delivery of information.
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| Highlights
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- The program is designed for real-world professionals who want to enhance their knowledge of information management - the program is not a traditional MBA
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As Distance Education students, participants earn a graduate degree from the prestigious University of Oregon
- The program is practical - so students can apply the information they attain in class directly to the workplace
- Courses are scheduled for working adults via the web anytime
- Award-winning faculty members offer real-world expertise and perspectives
- AIM is a multidisciplinary degree, and covers the key areas of information management, information design, business management, and applied research, giving students a distinct advantage in their careers
- AIM Program staff quickly respond to questions and minimize the bureaucratic hassle of earning a degree
- AIM students are a diverse group - enabling students to make connections with professionals from some of the finest organizations
- Core courses build a solid foundation in information management, while short courses focus on the latest processes and technologies
- No entrance exams. Applicants are selected based on professional experience and potential for academic success, rather than a specific kind of bachelor's degree or a graduate entrance exam score.
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| University Statistics
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| Year Founded: | 1876 | | Total Enrollment: | 20,394 | | Undergraduate Enrollment: | 16,475 | | Graduate Enrollment: | 3,919 | | Distance Education Enrollment: | 50 AIM students; 800 total University of Oregon graduate and undergraduate online students |
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| University Overview
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The University of Oregon (UO) is a world-class teaching and research university located in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. The university first opened its doors in 1876, and currently enrolls over 20,000 students in a number of liberal arts and professional programs.
The campus is situated on 295 acres in Eugene, Oregon. The campus offers a range of facilities and centers, including the Knight Library, a recreation center, a research park, student residences, and a student union building.
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| Program Delivery and Student Support
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AIM students take classes online using the Blackboard course management system, discussion boards, video/audio recordings, email, and instant messaging. Technical support is provided to students by AIM administration staff. Academic advice is provided by both AIM faculty and administrative staff.
Students must have access to specified computer and Internet resources for accessing e-mail and online courses, as well as for doing research. Minimum computer requirements are as follows:
Computer Requirements
Operating System: Windows XP/Vista; or MAC OS X 10.4 (minimum)
RAM: 1GB
Disk Space: 50GB
Connection: broadband (cable, DSL, satellite)
Audio: speakers and microphone
Screen: oversize monitor highly recommended
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Internet
- Blackboard course management system
- discussion boards
- video/audio recordings
- email
- IM
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