You can meet the program director, admissions counselors, and academic advisors while learning about the executive graduate programs at New England College.
This information session is ideal for students interested in starting classes January 8 or March 18, 2024.
Monday, December 4, at 5:30 p.m. eastern United States time zone.
This program will provide the knowledge and skills through a wider lens to become a successful project manager who is at ease dealing with complex information, organizational challenges, and leading others in the shifting landscape within project management.
For international students enrolled in these programs, Curricular Practical Training (CPT) will be available for eligible required internships/work placement.
Hybrid Delivery
Students must attend all residencies to continue enrollment in the program. Please see more information here on the Executive Residencies.
Attendance Policy
In-person attendance, on campus in New Hampshire, is mandatory for the residency weekend sessions. These sessions are an exciting and valuable component to the curriculum and provide extensive networking opportunities.
A virtual orientation session to cover immigration issues, academics, login processes, and billing and payments and to provide an opportunity to meet the faculty and staff of NEC will take place a week before the term starts. Admitted students will receive the link to access the orientation session.
An internship is required each semester, starting in the first semester, regardless of your citizenship status or visa status. The internship is an integral part of the Executive program.
In the period before and after the residencies, students will complete their course work online. Instructors will maintain regular virtual office hours and will be available to assist students as required throughout the semester.
Students must take at least seven credits per semester to be considered full-time.
Attendance Policy
Due to the hybrid nature of our residency model, online attendance is required each week of the term. This means that students will not be allowed to register after the official term start date.
In person attendance, on campus in New Hampshire, will be mandatory when we resume the residency weekend sessions. These sessions are an exciting and valuable component to the curriculum.
Prerequisites
* Must be accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Director, Spanish Language and Graduate Management Programs
Email: lparra@nec.edu
Bio
Born in Medellin, Colombia, Dr. Parra dreamed of acquiring a prestigious education in the United States. She came to the U.S. with an international student visa, and through the years, she had the opportunity to study at institutions such as Miami-Dade College, Barry University, Florida Gulf Coast University, and Nova Southeastern University where she earned her Doctorate in Public Administration. A professional with over 19 years of experience in the field of education, Dr. Parra presents significant contributions as an administrator and faculty member, including exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. She offers 18+ years of multi-site college/university leadership experience gained via exemplary long-term tenures with two of Florida’s largest academic institutions.
As an Enrollment Services Administrator with a background covering all aspects of undergraduate and graduate student support services, her experience includes:
Dr. Parra’s ability to work with a diverse population of national and international students has allowed her to oversee academic programs in English and Spanish. This includes teaching from undergraduate to doctoral courses in both languages.
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