Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025 | Page 118

Gwynedd Mercy University 2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog documented to ensure the student understands the academic requirements for the Public Health program .
Course Withdrawal Policies : Same as University
Experiential Learning : Students enrolled in the Public Health program are required to engage in a public health internship course , which allow students to put theory into practice , observe professionals engaging their field of study , practice their skills under the supervision of seasoned professionals , network within their chosen field , and gain valuable experience . Public health internships will be planned and finalized during the public health professional seminar course . Students should consult with their academic advisor the year before they expect to complete their field work . Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities .
CHES Exam : Students are required to take the Certified Health Education Specialist ( CHES ) exam in their final year . In the final year , students will be billed a one-time fee for the expense .
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Compliance Requirements and Clearances : Students are expected to comply with any health , safety or professional conduct requirements of their public health internship sites .
Professional Disposition and Conduct : Public health professionals are expected to interact respectfully with all stakeholders in oral and written communications , and to be sensitive to cultural practices and norms of the communities with whom they work . Students within the Public Health program are expected to develop and practice these skills in their courses and internships . Any student who behaves in a manner deemed disrespectful to others by their instructor or internship preceptor will be referred to the Program Director to discuss the incident and develop strategies and a plan to remediate the situation . Unprofessional behavior during the public health internship , including inappropriate attire , habitually arriving late or not completing the agreed to schedule or projects , may result in being asked to not return to the practice site , which will result in an F in the course .
SPORT MANAGEMENT Degree : Bachelor of Science Program Accreditor : International Accreditation Council for Business Education iacbe . org Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground Program Director / Coordinator : Maddie Herman
Program Description : The BS in Sport Management program prepares students to enter the fast-paced industry of sport while including a study of foundational business knowledge such as theory , accounting , management , international business , professional communication and finance . Core courses cover topics in strategic sport marketing , operations financing , law , venue management and revenue strategies . The program culminates with a course in which students apply newly developed skills in hands-on applications . This program offers a 4 + 1 MBA option . Students should meet with their advisor in their junior year to apply to the 4 + 1 program .
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