[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” custom_padding=”16px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#E71939″ open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#e71939″ module_id=”rm-admissions” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#000000″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_font_size=”16px” border_color_all=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. How do I apply to one of the MS degree programs or Advanced Certificate in Risk Management?” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Contact Office of Graduate Admissions, [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Can I be accepted to the program on a part-time basis?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0 Working students are encouraged to attend part-time.\u00a0 The M.S. degree must be finished within 5 years.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. Can I finish the program in one calendar year?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes, students starting in the fall and attending full-time, having met all undergraduate prerequisites, will be able to complete the program in one calendar year (Summer, Fall and Spring semesters.)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. What are the minimum requirements for admission?” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college\/university; 2 letters of recommendation; 500 word essay describing one’s interest in studying Risk Management; and a QC graduate application. Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume in their application package. Applicants may also be invited to interview for the program.<\/p>\n A standardized exam (like the GMAT or GRE) is not required.<\/p>\n For international students TOEFL or IELTS is required but may be waived if holding a degree from a US college or university with permission of the director.\u00a0\u00a0While it is possible to be accepted into the program with a minimum TOEFL score of 80, or IELTS score of 6, applicants who score below a 100 on the TOEFL IBT, or below a 7 on the IELTS, will be required to register for the Graduate English as a Second Language (GESL) course during the first semester.\u200b<\/p>\n Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by ECE or SpanTran (TEC).<\/p>\n Certain well-qualified ºì¶¹ÊÓƵ undergraduate students may qualify for direct admission. See the Admissions<\/a>\u200b page for details.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”5. How competitive are admissions?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In most cases applicants who are accepted into the program have distinguished academic backgrounds and or significant relevant work experience. Admission is competitive.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”6. How can I prepare to start the Risk Management Program?” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Here are some resources to help you prepare for entering into the Risk Management Program.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”7. Is this program eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Currently (as of 2023), several of our programs are eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The degrees that are eligible are: MS in Risk Management-Finance, MS in Risk Management-Dynamic Financial Analysis, and MS in Actuarial Risk Management.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”8. Can I begin the program by taking course as an undergraduate or as a non-matriculated student?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Jefferson Hall, Room 105 Tel:1-718-997-5200
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:30 am- 4:30pm and Friday: 5:00-7:00pm
when classes are in session.<\/em>
Click here for more information on the application.<\/a><\/p>\n