Produced by utb.edu/careercenter • The next in this series will appear on April 17, 2015. MANAGING THE FUTURE Admission Requirements for UTRGV entering freshmen for Fall 2015 Students at UTRGV will be talented, compassionate, hard-working, goal-oriented, and community-minded. So when we look at applicants, we won’t simply focus on grades and test scores. We will take a holistic approach to admissions so that we get a well-rounded picture of who each applicant is and how they would impact our campus community. High school graduates in the top 10 percent of their graduating class receive assured admission to UTRGV. All UTRGV entering freshman applicants will have their own portfolio, and admissions decisions will be based on that portfolio and their accomplishments in high school. Factors for review will include: • • • • • • • Stephanie Mendez feels confident that her bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing, that she will receive in May, will serve her well in a variety of career paths. UTRGV to be into the Business of Success “I gained knowledge of how the world works,” said Stephanie Mendez, senior Business Administration in Marketing and Management major at the University of Texas at Brownsville. “Principles and skills obtained while taking this degree path can be applied in the public or private sector, as well as in personal life.” While attaining a degree in Business Administration, students are exposed to critical skills such as time management, personal finance, goal setting and communication. Degrees offering a range of business specializations will continue to be offered at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley beginning in fall 2015. “Personally, I believe business teaches so many life skills that are necessary to be successful in any field,” said Russell Adams, Associate Professor of Marketing and International Business and Chair of the Department of Management, Marketing, International Business, Entrepreneurship and Materials Management and Logistics Mendez encourages students to seek opportunities outside the classroom, such as job shadowing, internships, fellowships and study abroad. She was an Archer Fellow during the fall 2014 semester. Mendez was a policy intern for the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics, housed at the U.S. Department of Education. She worked on the Federal Interagency Working Group, which is a group of federal agencies that strive to make investments in education that benefit the Hispanic community. Professors prepare students to anticipate the competitive globalized marketplace needs so they can position themselves to be successful. “If you’re going to work the world of business, you’re going to have to understand the different cultures around the world,” said Tom Coyle, Associate Professor of Management in the School of Business. “We’re living in such a global economy that even if you wanted to live and work only in Brownsville, it’s impossible for you to do that without understanding how the rest of the world thinks. This degree offers a lot of technology interaction skills.” The School of Business is a member of the SAP University Alliance, along with a select number of business schools in the United States. “Seventy percent of the world’s goods move everyday while utilizing this SAP program, and for our students to say that they’ve taken some SAP content courses is a large benefit,” Coyle said. Coyle said SAP certification can increase a student’s employability by 30 – 50 percent. “Eighty percent of Fortune 500 companies use SAP,” said Adams. “We are committed to getting our students good jobs and preparing them for those good jobs.” Mendez has applied for a oneyear fellowship, a policy-related internship with the Congressional Hispanic Institute. She also plans on beginning her Master of Business Administration program. “If you feel like you’re a dynamic, competitive person that wants to be successful, then this is the school to come to,” said Adams. “We will support you in getting the skills necessary for you to achieve your potential.” For more information, visit utb.edu/business or call 956-882-5828. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley was created by the Texas Legislature in 2013 in a historic move that will combine the resources and assets of UT Brownsville and UT Pan American and, for the first time, make it possible for residents of the Rio Grande Valley to benefit from the Permanent University Fund. The institution will also be home to a School of Medicine and will transform Texas and the nation by becoming a leader in student success, teaching, research and healthcare. UTRGV will enroll its first class in the fall of 2015, and the School of Medicine will open in 2016. Class Rank Prior College Hours College Entrance Exams (SAT/ACT) The rigor of high school courses completed Leadership Experience Community Involvement Career goals If you attended a private high school or home school, you must submit a Uniform Admission Policy form. All required documents must be submitted to: The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Undergraduate Admissions 1201 West University Drive, VC 1.113 Edinburg, Texas 78539-2999 Financial aid checklist 1.Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online to apply for federal and state grants, work-study and loan programs (fasfa.ed.gov) using the school code 003599 (currently school code for UTPA). Parents and students should apply for a pin number at pin.ed.gov. 2. Students will receive either a Student Aid Report (SAR) or a Student Aid Acknowledgement and must review the information for accuracy. 3. A financial aid advisor will review the FAFSA. Comply with all Office of Financial Aid requests for verification of information or to request additional documentation. 4.Once the file is completed and cleared, the student will receive a letter stating his/her eligibility status and/or award offer by email. 5. After clearing admissions requirements, register for classes before the designated deadlines as indicated in the course schedule; pay balance at the Office of Accounting and Finance before payment deadline. PARTNERS IN EDUCATION QUICK FACTS: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGERS 2012 Median Pay...............................................................................$81,080 per year Entry-Level Education................................................................. Bachelor’s degree Work Experience in a Related Occupation.........................Less than 5 years On-the-job Training...................................................................................................None Number of Jobs, 2012..................................................................................... 280,800 Job Outlook, 2012-22...................................... 12 percent (As fast as average) Employment Change, 2012-22...................................................................... 34,200 Source: U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics Your future at UTRGV starts fall 2015. APPLY NOW UTRGV.EDU
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