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GRADUATE CATALOG2021-2022Florida CampusesVolume IIIRevised June 2022Graduate Catalog 2021-221
ContentsCatalog Disclaimer . 6Notice of Nondiscrimination . 6Section I: Ana G. Mendez University . 8Our Profile . 8Mission . 8Institutional Values Statement . 8Accreditation, Memberships and Affiliations . 9Statement of Licensure . 10Statement of Policy . 10Legislative Boards . 10Section II: Sistema Universitario Ana G. Mendez . 11Profile . 11Central Administration and Board of Directors. 11Statement of Legal Control . 12Section III: Main Campus, Metro Orlando Campus, South Florida Campus and Tampa Bay Campus . 13Introduction . 14Physical Facilities. 17Campuses Address and Telephone Numbers . 18Main Campus . 18Metro Orlando Campus. 18South Florida Campus . 18Tampa Bay Campus . 18Academic Calendars . 19STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS, REGULATIONS AND SERVICES . 27Admissions . 27Specific Program Admission Requirements . 27Appeals of Admission Decisions . 30Readmission . 30Awarding of Transfer Credit and Alternative Ways to Earn Credit . 31Transcripts. 34Graduate Catalog 2021-222
International Students . 34Method of Instruction . 35Course Modules and Language of Delivery . 35Classification of Students . 35Registration . 35Registration Validity . 36Maintaining the Academic Offerings, Programing of Courses, Closing and Eliminating Sections. 36Transferability of Institutional Credits to Other Institutions . 37Program Changes, Withdrawals, and Transient Registration. 37Academic Load, Class Attendance, and Academic Advising . 38Evaluation of Student’s Academic Achievement . 39Repeating Courses. 42Independent Study . 42Satisfactory Academic Progress . 43Accumulated Credits Required and Retention Index . 45Graduation Requirements . 45Financial Information . 46Fees and Tuition Costs. 46Tuition . 46Technology Fee . 47Additional Expenses and Fees . 47Student Identification Card . 48Payment Methods . 48Partial Withdrawal: Course Drop/Add Period . 48Non-Attendance . 48Cancellation and Refund Policy . 48Refund Formula . 48Financial Aid . 48Loan, Work-Study, and Veterans Programs . 49Veterans’ Educational Benefits . 49How to apply for Federal Financial Aid . 49Student Services . 50Student Services . 50Graduate Catalog 2021-223
Academic Advising . 50Students Feedback and Complaints . 51Student Code of Conduct and Discipline . 51Disciplinary Sanctions. 54Disciplinary Procedures . 56Student Disciplinary Appeals Committee . 57General Provisions . 57Course Numbering System . 57Amendments . 58False information . 58Student’s Responsibility . 58Institution’s Responsibility . 58Reserved Rights . 58FERPA . 58Law 186 (Only for US citizens and residents) . 58Anti-Hazing Policy . 58Change of Name and/or Address . 58Student Organizations . 59DISTANCE EDUCATION . 59Evaluation of Student’s Academic Achievement . 64Definition of a Semester Credit Hour for Distance Education . 64Time Frame of Institutional Response to Student . 66Quality of Life and Wellness . 66Academic Retention and Development . 66Minimum Student Enrollment per Session . 66Section IV: Faculty . 69Section V: Programs of Study . 86Master of Accountancy . 86Master of Arts with specialization in Public Relations . 88Master of Business Administration with specialization in Accounting . 91Master of Business Administration with specialization in Agribusiness . 92Master of Business Administration with specialization in Finance . 94Master of Business Administration with specialization in Global Executive . 96Graduate Catalog 2021-224
Master of Business Administration with specialization in Hispanic Marketing . 98Master of Business Administration with specialization in Human Resources . 100Master of Business Administration with specialization in International Business with Focus on LatinAmerica . 102Master of Business Administration with specialization in Management . 104Master of Business Administration with specialization in Management and Strategic Leadership . 106Master of Business Administration with specialization in Marketing and Sales Management. 108Master of Business Administration with specialization in Project Management . 110Master of Business Administration with specialization in Supply Chain Management and Logistics . 112Master of Education with specialization in Bilingual Education . 114Master of Education with specialization in Instructional Design and Technological Integration with ELearning . 118Master of Education with specialization in School Counseling . 120Master of Education with Specialization in Social and Community Services . 124Master of Education with specialization in Teaching of English as a Second Language . 127Master of Health Administration with specialization in Health Services Management and Evaluation . 129Master of Management with specialization in Health Services Management . 131Master of Public Administration with specialization in Criminal Justice . 133Master of Public Administration with specialization in Public and Non-Profit Management . 135Master of Science in Counseling with specialization in Clinical Mental Health . 137Master of Science with specialization in Educational Leadership . 139Master of Science with specialization in Environmental Planning . 142Master of Science in Nursing with specialization in Executive Nursing. 144Master of Science with specialization in Nutrition Sciences . 146Master of Science with specialization in Telecommunications and Networks Systems Administration . 148Master of Social Work. 150Doctor of Business Administration with specialization in Information Systems Managemenmt . 152Doctor of Business Administration with specialization in Management . 154Doctor of Education with specialization in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Environments . 156Doctor of Education with specialization in Educational Leadership . 159Doctor of Nursing Practice . 162Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with specialization in Administration of Social Programs and SocialPolicy. 164Course Descriptions . 167Graduate Catalog 2021-225
Catalog DisclaimerNotwithstanding anything contained in this Catalog, Ana G. Mendez University, reserves the right,wherever it deems advisable: (1) to change or modify its tuition and fees, (2) to withdraw, cancel,reschedule or modify any course, program of study, degree or any requirements in connection with theforegoing, and (3) to change or modify any academic or other policy. Changes in information in this catalogand new academic regulations will be published prior to the beginning of each academic term in eachsection, as applicable.It is the responsibility of each student to ascertain current information that pertains to the individualprograms, particularly regarding the fulfillment of degree requirements, through frequent reference tothe Catalog and its addendum, and by consultation with the academic advisor, counselor, the ViceChancellor of Student Affairs, and/or other appropriate office. In preparing this catalog, efforts are madeto provide pertinent and accurate information. Ana G. Mendez University assumes no responsibility forcatalog errors or omissions.An electronic copy of this catalog is available at www.agmu.edu.Notice of NondiscriminationAna G. Mendez University does not discriminate on the basis of race, handicap, national or ethnic origin,creed, color, gender, social condition or political, religious, social or trade union beliefs; the university isrequired by Title IX not to discriminate in such a manner.The Title IX Coordinator for students, parents or guardians, employees and applicants for admissions andemployment is Ms. Luz Velázquez and can be reach at 5575 S. Semoran Blvd. Suite 502 Orlando, FL 32822,Telephone: (407)207-3363 ext. 1865, Email: lnvelazquez@uagm.eduDiversity enriches usas human beingsbecause it enables us toview life from a wide rangeof possibilities.Graduate Catalog 2021-226
Ana G. Mendez UniversityMain Campus5575 S. Semoran Blvd. Suite 502Orlando, FL 32822Telephone:407-563-6501Website: www.agmu.eduMetro Orlando Campus5601 S. Semoran Blvd. Suite 55Orlando, FL 32822Telephone No.: 407-207-3363Fax: 407-207-3373South Florida Campus15201 NW 79th CourtMiami Lakes, FL 33016Telephone No.: 954-885-5595Fax: 954-885-5861Tampa Bay Campus3655 West Waters Ave.Tampa, FL 33614Telephone No.: 813-932-7500Fax: 813-932-75277
Ana G. Mendez University – Main / Orlando / Miami Lakes / Tampa CampusesSection I: Ana G. Mendez UniversityOur ProfileAna G. Mendez University (AGMU) is a nonprofitinstitution of higher education located in Florida thatoperates a main campus and three (3) branchcampuses.It is a professionally oriented institution with avariety of offerings, from technical certificates todoctoral degrees. The institution serves a diversifiedstudent body with a variety of economic andeducational backgrounds. AGMU offer programs inSpanish and English. Programs are also offered in abilingual mode, following the 50/50 approach inwhich courses are taught 50% in English and 50% inSpanish. AGMU offers on-site, hybrid and onlinemodalities.For 70 years, the Ana G. Mendez University System(SUAGM) has changed the lives of thousands ofstudents through education. Since 2011, the onlinecampus, has been an instrumental part of thischange; making education available and accessibleto local and international students. The studentpopulation of more than 4,000 is composed ofyoung adults and professionals. The academic staffconsists of more than 15 full-time faculty membersand over two hundred (200) part-time equivalentprofessors. The fulltime faculty members holddoctorates and master’s degrees in their fields ofexpertise. Nearly eighty (80) percent of Ana G.Mendez University ’s full-time faculty hold adoctoral degree and twenty (20) percent of parttime faculty holds a doctoral degree.The gender distribution of the faculty is equallydivided. Ana G. Mendez University is a member ofthe Ana G. Mendez University System.Missionthe appreciation and respect for diversity. Itencourages integral education through an approachin competencies for the benefit of the Hispanic andinternational communities. Its resources support thepost-secondary, undergraduate, graduate, andcontinuing education academic offerings, framed bythe highest standards of quality.VisionAna G. Mendez University will be recognized as aninstitution focused on academic excellence,research, and service, with social responsibility andlocal and global projection.Institutional Values StatementAna G. Mendez University is committed, as aninstitution of higher education, to:1. Excellence as the highest ambition in all itsaffairs related to education, research, andservice.2. Freedom of ideas and expression as thefundamental structure of the search anddiffusion of knowledge.3. Respect for diversity and dignity of thehuman being.4. Integrity in all its actions as an educationalentity.5. Equity by acknowledging the value ofeducation as an instrument to access betteropportunities and develop the full potentialof the human being.6. Innovationthroughcontinuouslyguaranteeing the relevance of its programsand services.7. Social responsibility towards the needs ofthe community, the country, and humanityof which we are a part of.Ana G. Mendez University is an accredited institutionwhich offers a university education of excellencethrough the on-site and online modalities usingemerging and innovative technologies. It promotesinnovation, research, entrepreneurship, as well asGraduate Catalog 2021-228
Ana G. Mendez University – Main / Orlando / Miami Lakes / Tampa CampusesInstitutional ObjectivesAccreditation, Memberships andAffiliationsTo fulfill its mission, Ana G. Mendez University:1. Promotes academic programs adjusted tothe demand of local and internationalmarkets.2. Diversifies the academic offerings throughthe design of programs in various disciplinesfor post-secondary, undergraduate, andgraduate levels.3. Offers continuing education opportunitiesfor professional development and thegeneral community.4. Promotes an academic environment whichallows for opportunities of growth,continuing professional development, andparticipation in institutional processes forfaculty and associates.5. Provides essential tools to ensure thatstudents achieve their goals and obtain theacademic degree they desire.6. Establishes an academic and institutionalassessment unit to develop a continuousimprovement plan for quality standards andinstitutional processes.7. Strengthens the online student servicesprogram by ensuring support and feedbackstudents in approximately 24 to 48 hours.8. Fosters institutional values in academic,student, and administrative initiatives andprocesses.9. Develops community programs and projectswhich contribute to improve the quality oflife of the populations we serve.10. Maximizes the use of technologicalinfrastructure associated with the offering ofcourses and the provision of student servicesfor on-site and online students.11. Identifies emerging technologies tomaximize efficiency through innovativeprocesses and services.Ana G. Mendez University and its branch campusesare accredited by the Middle States Commission onHigher Education (MSCHE), 1007 North OrangeStreet, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801,telephone: 267-284-5011. The MSCHE is anaccrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Department of Education.Ana G. Mendez University is accredited as anauthorized provider of continuing education by theInternational Association of Continuing Educationand Training (IACET) until 2023.For moreinformation, IACET is located at 21670 RidgetopCircle, Suite 170, Sterling, VA 20166; Tel: (703) 7630705, Email: info@iacet.org.Ana G. Mendez University has been approved by theFlorida Postsecondary Reciprocal Distance EducationCoordinating Council to participate in the reciprocityagreement between member states and territoriesto offer distance education programs and courses.NC-SARA is a voluntary agreement that allows Ana G.Mendez University to offer its programs and courseswithout having to undergo the licensing (approval)process in each authorized state in which it isinterested in promoting its academic programs. Formore information on NC-SARA visit: https://www.ncsara.org.In addition, AGMU has membership or is affiliatedwith the following professional associations: AmericanAssociationofCollegiateRegistrars and Admission Officers (AACRAO)American Council on Education (ACE)American Library Association (ALA)College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB)Puerto Rico Department of State, Office forRegistration and Licensing of EducationInstitutionsHispanic Association of Colleges andUniversities (HACU)National Association of College AdmissionsCounselors (NACAC)Graduate Catalog 2021-229
Ana G. Mendez University – Main / Orlando / Miami Lakes / Tampa Campuses National Council for State AuthorizationReciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)Statement of LicensureAna G. Mendez University in Florida is licensed by theFlorida Commission for Independent Education,Florida Department of Education. Additionalinformation regarding this institution may beobtained by contacting the Commission at: 325 WestGaines St., Suite 1414 Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0400;Toll Free telephone number (888) 224-6684(www.fidoe.org/cie).Statement of PolicyThis catalog includes the main terms pertaining tothe formal relationship between students and AGMURegardless of its effective date, the institutionreserves the right to admit, re-admit or register astudent only for a semester or session separately.The institution binds itself only during the semesterfor which the student has enrolled and paid his/hertuition fees.It is the student’s responsibility to know and complywith the content of this catalogue and all the AGMUrules and regulations. This catalog complies with theinstitution’s bylaws, regulations, administrativeorders, and duties under Federal Law. The catalog issubject to subsequent amendments.Legislative BoardsThe Administrative Council of Ana G. MendezUniversity is the legislative body of the Institution. Itsmain function is to establish the institutional policyof the University in accordance with the bylaws ofthe Ana G. Mendez University System. TheAdministrative Council includes the Chancellor, whochairs it, the vice chancellor, the vice chancellor ofstudent affairs, the directors of the academicprograms, six (6) faculty representatives, and two (2)student representatives.The Academic Board recommends the academicpolicy of the Institution, adopts new academicprograms, approves the awarding of degrees andevaluates hiring, contract renewals, promotions, andleaves of absence for faculty members.The Academic Board consists of the vice chancellor,the associate learning resources director, six (6)program directors, two (2) student representatives,one (1) faculty representative for each academicdiscipline, and as many elected faculty members asneeded to provide for their majority on the board.The chancellor is an ex officio member of theAcademic Board.The first section and second sections of this catalogcontain an overview of the Ana G. Mendez Universityand SUAGM. Information that pertains to the MetroOrlando, South Florida, and Tampa Bay campuses isincluded in Section III. Section IV details faculty andSection V details information on the programsoffered at Ana G. Mendez University. This catalog iselectronically available to students at least one weekbefore enrollment. Students will be informed of anychanges or amendments made to the Catalog priorto the beginning of each academic term.Graduate Catalog 2021-2210
Ana G. Mendez University – Main / Orlando / Miami Lakes / Tampa CampusesSection II: Sistema Universitario Ana G. MendezProfileThe Ana G. Mendez University System (the System)is a not-for-profit private corporation establishedunder the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.It is comprised of four (4) academic institutions, one(1) noncommercial private TV Station for publicbroadcasting, and a Central Administration, underwhich all administrative affairs of the institut
Ana G. Mendez University - Main / Orlando / Miami Lakes / Tampa Campuses Graduate Catalog 2021-22 18 The Tampa Bay Campus is located at 3655 West Waters Ave. Tampa, Florida. The Campus has 14 classrooms, 1 language lab, 1 computer lab, 1 pharmacy lab, 1 nursing lab, 1 library, administrative offices, a conference room, and a student and
