GRADUATE PROGRAMS RIGOR. RELEVANCE. RESULTS.
WELCOME TO DANIELS TABLE OF CONTENTS Why Daniels?................................................................ 4 Life In Denver.................................................................. 6 Overview of Graduate Programs.................................. 8 Career Services............................................................... 30 Alumni Network............................................................. 32 Global Opportunities...................................................... 34 Competitions, Workshops & Clubs................................. 36 Admissions, Tuition & Financial Aid............................... 38
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A LETTER FROM DEAN CHOUDHURY Greetings from the Daniels College of Business! I am delighted that you are considering our graduate programs. At Daniels, we’re intentional in our commitment to delivering an experience that enables you to become an immediate value creator. As you know, the marketplace is defined by staggering levels of change, increased competitive pressures, global connectivity and technological disruptions. Problem resolution, critical and analytical thinking, agility and cultural awareness are just a few of the attributes required to succeed in the 21st-century economy. In our programs you will be challenged with meaningful action-based learning experiences, enriching co-curricular opportunities, including case and business plan competitions, transformational global experiences, and critical and thoughtful debates among your peers and faculty. Simply put, Daniels graduates are in demand because they leave us market-ready with creative problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, and they possess the character and self-awareness that are so valued by today’s hiring partners. In addition, the Daniels network is invaluable. The connections you make here will open doors and create lifelong ties. Firmly rooted in ethics and principle-centered leadership, our curricula and community will offer you an enhanced experience that results from sustained exposure to differences. We are committed to both the public good and to our own standards of integrity. I encourage you to visit campus to learn more about our innovative approach to business education. On behalf of the Daniels community, I look forward to partnering with you to accelerate your career and transform your life. Sincerely, Vivek Choudhury VIVEK CHOUDHURY, PhD Dean | Daniels College of Business
WHY DANIELS? Founded in 1908, Daniels is the eighth-oldest accredited business college in the nation, but we’re always looking ahead. We’re pioneering some of the latest, most innovative programs that take you out of the classroom and into real-world organizations where you’ll have opportunities to learn, lead, achieve and make an impact on the community. You’ll leave Daniels market-ready and armed with the tools you need to create the change you want to see.
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CHALLENGE-DRIVEN EDUCATION Take on real-world business challenges via immersive, action-based learning. I chose Daniels primarily because of its rigorous and reputable program that enables students to learn about academic concepts and apply what we learn to realworld business situations.
ALEX CHENG Master’s in Marketing, 2018
I wanted an MBA to give me opportunities for the future. I was really impressed with the challenge-based curriculum that Daniels offers. I love that I could immediately apply what I was learning in the classroom.
EMILY MASTERS Denver MBA, 2018
MARKET-READINESS Realize knowledge from programs directly aligned with marketplace expectations and opportunities. My time at Daniels gave me a better understanding of how I show up in the workplace and how to better utilize this knowledge. It has also filled the holes I felt were preventing my career progression.
JACQUI TALJAARD Denver MBA, 2018
The real-world experience we gain from Daniels classes is applicable in the current market. I’ve acquired many skills that I can take advantage of straight out of graduate school.
EIVIND KVAALE Master of Accountancy, 2019
LEADERSHIP & LEGACY Find your greatness with over 100 years of elite business leadership development. I wanted to attend a business school that had deep alumni and industry connections to its immediate community. I also wanted to learn from faculty who were real-world practitioners, and who knew more than just theory.
NINA SHARMA Executive MBA, 2019
I knew I wanted to attend business school in Colorado to develop my skills and grow my professional network. Daniels was the best fit for me to achieve both of these things.
HARRIS KENNY Part-time Professional MBA, 2016
LIFE IN DENVER There’s no place like Denver. Visit Denver once and you’ll know why it’s one of the nation’s fastest-growing and top-ranked cities. Home to many national and international corporations, start-up companies and nonprofits, Denver is an ideal place to earn your graduate degree while building business connections. The Mile High City also offers yearround sunshine, remarkable views of the Rocky Mountains, awe-inspiring concert venues and a plethora of outdoor activities, all of which make it one of the best cities in the world to live, learn, work and play.
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING I love how accessible the city is—the lively art and food scenes, the endless options for outdoor activities, and its diversity and openness to people from different backgrounds. TRILCE ZEGARRA Executive MBA, 2017 I like the open and welcoming nature of the Denver natives—the city really emulates the best of both worlds, from the East and West Coasts. I also like to explore the art districts and breweries downtown, or just cruise along mountain roads. RAHUL PAI KOCHIKAR Denver MBA, 2018 My favorite thing about Denver is that it has the opportunities of a city, but the charm of a small town. JULIA MORRIS Master’s in Marketing, 2018
I love the modern community and frontier spirit here. So many outgoing and driven people from around the world make Denver special. Locals and transplants give this city and state an energy that pushes me to be at my best. ERIC STROMGREN Master’s in Business Analytics, 2019
My favorite thing about living in Denver is the sense of adventure you get from being outdoors and near the mountains. KATRINA HU Master of Accountancy, 2017
I love the Denver climate and quick access to natural wonders. I also enjoy exploring the exploding culinary scene. As a parent, there are many opportunities for fun and creative family events. THOMAS TAFUR Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment, 2018
OVERVIEW OF GRADUATE PROGRAMS MBA PROGRAMS
The Denver MBA (full-time) Part-time Professional MBA MBA@Denver (online) Executive MBA
SPECIALIZED MASTER’S PROGRAMS Master of Accountancy
Master’s in Applied Quantitative Finance Master’s in Business Analytics Master’s in Management Master’s in Marketing Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment Online Executive Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment
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MBA VS. SPECIALIZED MASTER’S
C HOOSE THE PROGRAM THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU What’s the Difference Between an MBA and a Specialized Master’s Degree? The primary distinction between an MBA and a specialized master’s degree is breadth versus depth. An MBA is an internationally recognized degree designed to develop the broad-based skills required for careers in business and management. Alternatively, a specialized master’s degree is designed to provide a deep dive into a specific discipline, such as accounting, applied quantitative finance, business analytics, management, marketing or real estate and the built environment. It’s important to first identify your career goals because one size does not fit all when determining the best path to take. However, students who pursue certain degrees often have similar goals. MBA Students who pursue an MBA often want to achieve a greater leadership position within an organization, or they may be in the process of switching careers. MBA students may also be interested in starting their own businesses. MBA candidates typically have three to seven years of professional work experience before starting a program; those with more than 10 years may be best suited for an executive MBA program.
Specialized Master’s Students who pursue a specialized master’s degree often want to become a specialist within a particular field. Candidates have diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience. Candidates may have recently completed an undergraduate degree or they may have been in the workforce for a few years. Others are experienced, seasoned professionals looking to enhance their understanding of a specific discipline.
Why an MBA? I always wanted to earn an MBA and knew that in order to grow in my career, I needed to increase my business knowledge. I was looking for a program that would help me grow within my current company, earn the chance at a C-level position and expand my knowledge to one day start my own company. I felt Daniels was the school that could help me meet these goals.
Why a Specialized Master’s? A specialized master’s degree gives your undergraduate education an edge. I was an English and psychology double major, and felt that in order to get a job in the business world, I needed more formal education as well as an understanding of the job landscape and career paths in marketing.
NICK HAGGARD Part-time Professional MBA, 2019
ERIKA TORVIK Master’s in Marketing, 2018
A GAME-CHANGING MBA. Imagine building a start-up, supporting an organization that works for social good and traveling the world to help a business solve a major problem. You’ll experience all these things as a student in the Denver MBA program. In just 21 months, this fulltime program will test you to solve real-world business challenges, provide opportunities for you to work alongside organizations and give you access to a diverse network of business leaders. With the Denver MBA—one of the most innovative management business degrees around—you’ll leave Daniels ready to change the way the world does business.
THE CHALLENGES Each challenge emphasizes a different dimension of your development. Together, they form a cumulative experience that effectively launches your career. The Enterprise Challenge. You may have a great idea for a business, but how do you get started? Using Design Thinking and Lean Startup practices, you’ll build a personalized toolkit, create a variety of potential solutions, and test and substantiate your ideas. At the end of the Enterprise Challenge, you and your team will pitch a validated and viable business opportunity. 10 WEEKS The Social Good Challenge. Through engagement with community stakeholders, you’ll evaluate possible responses to identified social issues and create a plan to address them. This consulting project with a local nonprofit will allow you to apply coursework to real-world challenges. 10 WEEKS
CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 28 Average GMAT Score: 606 Average GPA: 3.16 Average Years of Work Experience: 5 Gender Distribution: 40% Female | 60% Male International: 16%
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The Corporate Challenge. You’ll work with companies on a challenging business issue to deliver actionable results while further developing capabilities to succeed in complex environments. Working on a team, you’ll play the outside consultant role and provide value to corporate partners. 10 WEEKS The Global Challenge. Integrating learning outcomes from the three previous challenges, you’ll work with an organization on a major problem, providing an opportunity to balance cultural and business issues. The first 10 weeks are spent preparing on campus in class once a week, followed by a working trip to your global destination. During the final five weeks, you’ll be back on campus meeting twice a week to complete the challenge. 17 WEEKS
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THE DENVER MBA CURRICULUM Activation. You’ll kick off your Denver MBA experience by integrating with the Daniels graduate student community and building your network during orientation. After a few weeks of coursework, you’ll spend a long weekend in the mountains outside Denver with your cohort to ramp up your personal development.
You’ll use each challenge to hone your strengths and push your edges. When you complete one challenge, you’ll leverage your development into the next challenge, producing cumulative, exponential growth over the course of the program. Internship. You’ll obtain and participate in a summer internship, which will allow you to continue to refine your skills on the job. Simultaneous Classes. Classes are delivered in five-week integrated modules. The challenges and classes happen simultaneously. You’ll take what you learned in the morning and try it out in the afternoon. Then you’ll come back to class with a clearer idea of what you need to do to get the job done.
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1. ENTERPRISE CHALLENGE FALL | WEEK 1-5 Corporate Financial Reporting Ethics in Practice Understanding Your Market FALL | WEEK 6-10 Opportunities with Data Skills 1 Managing Cost Information Strategic Transitioning from Uncertainty to Risk
2. SOCIAL GOOD CHALLENGE WINTER | WEEK 1-5 Mastering Managerial Financial Competencies 1 Leading Effective Organizations Profit Planning and Measuring Performance WINTER | WEEK 6-10 Introduction to Analytics Mastering Managerial Financial Competencies 2 Creating Sustainable Enterprises
4. GLOBAL CHALLENGE PROFESSIONAL COACHING & TEAM BUILDING
The Four Core Challenges. The challenges are real-world corporate and social valuecreation engagements conducted in small teams with support from faculty, staff and an executive coach. You’ll have a new team each challenge.
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3. CORPORATE CHALLENGE SPRING | WEEK 1-5 Opportunities with Data Skills 2 SPRING | WEEK 6-10 Economics for Decision Making
FALL | WEEK 1-10 International Business Theory in Practice FALL | WEEK 1-5 Navigating the Global Economy FALL | WEEK 6-10 Global Macroeconomics Elective 3 Elective 4 INTERNATIONAL TRIP WINTER | WEEK 1-5 Business Law
LAUNCH WINTER | WEEK 6-10 Business, Government & Society Strategic Marketing Elective 5 Elective 6 SPRING | WEEK 1-5 The Discipline of Execution Human Capital Management
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Daniels provides an excellent education focusing on experiential learning. The hands-on portion of the program focuses on the key pillars of modern business: entrepreneurial thinking, positive social impact, corporate business practices and international business. This sets me and other students on a strong foundation to springboard into the next step in our careers.
RYAN BREMMER Denver MBA, 2020
PUT YOUR CAREER INTO OVERDRIVE. Designed for early-career professionals who want to continue to leverage their work experience while earning an MBA, Daniels’ Part-time Professional MBA (PMBA) program will prepare you to take the next steps in your career. As a PMBA student, you’ll develop critical leadership skills, find clarity on your current career path, expand your opportunities and inject power into your networks as you navigate a rigorous curriculum with a tight-knit cohort of diverse professionals. Get ready to put your career into overdrive and make your mark on the world.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Real-Life Learning. At Daniels, we breathe life into management education through vivid experiences that elevate your ability to navigate and lead in an increasingly complex business environment. Our program will get you out of your seat and into meaningful practice from day one. Discover your limits and your potential during a mountain leadership retreat, and gain new perspectives across cultures during an eight- to 10-day global experience. The PMBA culminates with a final capstone project where you serve as a consultant to develop solutions for a partner organization with a real business problem.
PART-TIME PROFESSIONAL MBA CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 28 Average GMAT Score: 640 Average GPA: 3.15 Average Years of Work Experience: 4 Gender Distribution: 31% Female | 69% Male
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Connect Through Community. Daniels has deep ties to the Denver community, and our on-site classes ensure that you build new connections and a nucleus of support as you navigate the program. At Daniels, your peers, faculty, network of 39,000+ alumni, and the local, national and global corporate partners are invested in your success from day one—and for the rest of your life. Personal Growth. Be prepared to hone skills that will benefit you beyond the classroom. You’ll learn the theories and technical acumen necessary to make important strategic decisions, how to better manage team dynamics, pitch ideas, channel creativity and challenge your worldview to become a stronger team member and an effective leader. Now is the Time. Denver is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country and, according to Forbes, the best place for business and careers. Expand your knowledge and take advantage of the wealth of opportunities available to you. In just 21 months, you’ll be ready to make the most of this growing business community and move forward in your career.
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THE PROFESSIONAL MBA CURRICULUM QUARTER 1
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Leading with Integrity
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Managerial Finance
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Marketing Concepts
Strategic Cost Management
Strategic Management
3-Day Leading at the Edge Weekend 8 Credit Hours
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Business Law & Policy
Business Statistics
8 Credit Hours
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Business Data & Analytics
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Entrepreneurship: Ideation to Creation 8 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
Managerial Economics
Global Business 10 Credit Hours
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Social Good Challenge
Leading People & Organizations
8 – 10 Day Global Experience 8 Credit Hours
Leadership
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I had spent all of my professional life in public service. I wanted an education in business so that I might better understand some of the challenges and opportunities experienced in the private sector. My ideal business school was one where I could apply my knowledge in government, while developing a more keen and dynamic BARRY BURCH JR. Part-time Professional business mindset. I believe I found that at Daniels. MBA, 2018
BECOME INDISPENSABLE TO YOUR ORGANIZATION. The MBA@Denver (online) allows you to earn an MBA while maintaining a balanced life. Our blended format of online classes and in-person immersions offers convenience and connection—not to mention an immediate return on investment. Complete your selfpaced coursework on your own schedule and connect with your classmates through weekly 90-minute live sessions. As you grow your skills and knowledge base, you’ll also grow your network via our outstanding faculty and distinguished Daniels alumni.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS A Collaborative Online Environment. Class discussions are informed by current business issues and class assignments. You’ll meet face to face and on screen to work on group projects and connect with your classmates. You’ll apply theory to solve current business problems together with your classmates and professors. Using a mobile app, you can work on your tablet or other mobile device, with your classmates, from anywhere around the w orld— even offline.
MBA@DENVER (ONLINE) CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 36 Average Years of Work Experience: 10 Geographic Distribution: 70% in state | 30% out of state Gender Distribution: 42% Female | 58% Male
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A Deep Connection to your Faculty. MBA@Denver faculty teach both online and in class in our residential programs at Daniels, and care deeply about connecting with you. You can expect to receive extensive feedback on your work as well as quick responses to your emails. Our faculty are experienced, not only in the graduate classroom, but also in business. One half of our faculty have started and/or owned their own businesses and most consult as part of their portfolio. A Face-to-Face Experience. To increase your network beyond the live sessions, you will attend two required in-person immersive learning experiences, chosen from a visit to DU’s campus, New York, Italy, South Africa, Australia and other locations. These multi-day events give you the chance to push your leadership skills further and meet classmates, faculty and alumni in person. An Extension of the Campus Community. As an MBA@ Denver student, you’ll be as much a part of the DU and Daniels communities as our on-campus students. You’ll have access to career coaching, academic resources, mentorship programs, student gatherings and more. All students—whether on campus or online—are invited to walk across the stage at Commencement to celebrate the hard work that goes into earning a graduate degree.
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SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCE WITH CONCENTRATION YEAR 1
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Managerial Economics
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Managerial Finance
Advanced Core Course
Leading with Integrity
Marketing Concepts
Strategic Management
Advanced Core Course
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8 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours
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QUARTER 6
QUARTER 7
Advanced Core Course
Advanced Core Course
Concentration Course
Concentration Course
Concentration Course
Concentration Course
Global Business I
Global Business II
8 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
Core Course
10 Credit Hours
Advanced Core
Concentration
MBA@Denver courses require both synchronous and asynchronous work. Synchronous work refers to the weekly live sessions that accompany MBA@Denver courses. Each course requires a 90-minute live session each week, affording students the unique opportunity to interact with each other and the instructor in real time. Asynchronous work refers to the self-paced coursework that students complete on their own. This 60-credit online program can be completed in 21 months. Participation in two immersions are required for graduation. This course sequence pertains to students who are taking two classes per quarter and who are also pursuing a concentration. Current concentration options are: Finance, Marketing and Customized. Additional concentration options are forthcoming. Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
I contemplated going to grad school for years, but with a busy work schedule and personal life, I never felt confident I could fit it all in. With the MBA@Denver program, I knew I had found my perfect fit. The combination of coursework, pre-recorded lessons and in-class debates have proven to be a great combination for my style of learning.
SAMANTHA M. SCLAFANI MBA@Denver, 2019 | Project Manager at ALPS, A DST Company
MAKE YOUR NEXT LEAP. The Executive MBA (EMBA) at Daniels is ideal for the experienced business leader. MBA aspirations in early career are sometimes postponed due to professional opportunity and career advancement. When the time is right, our EMBA program prepares students for the second half of their professional lives, which may include advancing to the next leadership level, navigating a career change or exploring an entrepreneurial path. During this 18-month program, you’ll circle back to business fundamentals from a strategically-oriented vantage point via a curriculum firmly rooted in ethics and principle-centered leadership. You’ll emerge with a more integrated understanding of business, increased confidence and leadership effectiveness.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Faculty Mix. Learn more than just theory from faculty who are real-world practitioners. Our faculty come from a variety of backgrounds that include higher education, industry and various entrepreneurial ventures. The mix adds relevance and vibrancy to our collaborative classroom environment.
EXECUTIVE MBA CLASS PROFILE Age Range: 32–53 Average Years of Work Experience: 15 Class Size: 30 Gender Distribution: 30% Female | 70% Male
Get Connected. You’ll progress through your studies with a cohort of peers who offer diverse backgrounds and experiences that further enrich your education. In short, you’ll learn from your classmates in addition to your professors, and you’ll gain access to our deep alumni network, our faculty’s professional connections and our knowledgeable staff. Experience More. You’re already out there in the real world, so why would we confine all your learning to a classroom? Our EMBA Team Sail Challenge, small-team Social Good Challenge, industry-leading guest speakers and 11 – 14-day Global Experience are just a few examples of how Daniels puts an executive slant on the conventional business curriculum. Break the Mold. We feature a uniquely differentiated curriculum that includes the fundamentals you’d expect in any MBA program. What you might not expect are subjects like Power and Influence, Neuroleadership, Entrepreneurial Mindset and The Discipline of Execution. CLASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY
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THE EXECUTIVE MBA CURRICULUM QUARTER 1
A.M.
P.M.
Business and Economic Context
Financial Accounting
QUARTER 2
Accounting and Financial Reporting
Executive Leadership • Business Ethics • Neuroleadership • Power and Influence • High Performance Teams
QUARTER 3
Financial Analysis
Business Data and Analytics
Financial Decision Making
Strategic Marketing
Innovation
Supply Chain/ Digital Marketing
4-Day Team Sail Challenge 10 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
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QUARTER 5
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A.M. Strategic Finance
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Strategic Management of Costs Strategic Management
Global Business
Human Capital Management
Executive Business Law
Go-to-Market Strategy
The Discipline of Execution
Entrepreneurial Mindset II
Summit Series
P.M. Social Good Challenge
11 – 14 Day Global Experience
10 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
Social Good Challenge Delivery 10 Credit Hours
CO-CURRICULAR Career Services Professional Portfolio – 18 Months Small-Team Social Good Challenge – 9 Months
Leadership
Quantitative
Strategic
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Please note: This curriculum is subject to change.
I wanted to take my business and communication skills to the next level. I fell into a routine at work and knew it was time for a new challenge of growth and opportunity.
MICHELLE WYMAN Executive MBA, 2020
ENTER A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES. CPA. Auditor. CFO. Analyst. Consultant. Controller. The career you want awaits you and the Master of Accountancy program at Daniels will help you get there. You’ll learn the skills needed to guide operations, finance and marketing leaders through impactful business decisions and processes. You’ll gain field work experience by tackling real business challenges that allow you to explore your potential and hit the ground running.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS CPA Pass Rate. Daniels’ School of Accountancy boasts one of the highest CPA pass rates in the nation—49% above the national average. Degree Customization. You’ll work with a faculty advisor to build a degree plan that fits your future. Whether you seek broadbased knowledge, or plan to specialize in an area like assurance, taxation, accounting information systems and analytics, or business valuation, Daniels will help you reach your goals.
MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 24 Average GMAT Score: 576 Average GPA: 3.47 Average Years of Work Experience: 2 Gender Distribution: 46% Female | 54% Male International: 31%
Prerequisite Waivers. Students with an accounting degree from an AACSB-accredited school are deemed to meet the prerequisites if they earned a B- or better in an equivalent course. Others who have completed a similar course may take an exam to be waived from the prerequisite. The Personal Touch. Every professor at the School of Accountancy makes it a priority to mentor students on academic and career options. With a wealth of professional experience and contacts, our faculty can help you envision and plot your career arc to ensure you reach your goals. In this supportive environment you will gain the confidence and skills needed to lead teams to success and make connections that will last a lifetime. Legacy & Accreditation. Daniels has the third-oldest accountancy program in the U.S., and is one of only 186 accountancy programs worldwide that is AACSB-accredited. Robust Alumni Network. Since the first graduating class in 1911, Daniels School of Accountancy alumni have helped open doors for our graduates. Whether they’re on campus recruiting students or attending networking events, our alumni are available to help you find your path.
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SAMPLE ACCOUNTANCY PROGRAM TRACKS PREREQUISITES
REQUIRED CORE
ANALYTICS TRACK
ASSURANCE TRACK
TAXATION TRACK
VALUATION TRACK
Financial Accounting
Accounting IT Systems & Business Environment
IT Auditing*
IT Auditing*
Corporate Tax C Corporations*
Valuation and Modeling*
Strategic Cost Management
Topics & Cases in Financial Accounting
Business Statistics*
Advanced Auditing*
Corporate Tax S Corporations*
Valuing a Business*
Intermediate Accounting I
Topics & Cases in Managerial Accounting
Predictive Analytics*
Business Databases*
Partnership Taxation*
Financial Derivatives*
CREATE YOUR OWN TRACK Intermediate Accounting II
Accounting Data Analytics
You can create your own track by working with a faculty advisor. THREE ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES Use additional electives to deepen your track or broaden your knowledge.
Prerequisite Course
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*These courses are our recommended electives for each track. Electives can be selected by each individual. The Master of Accountancy program is 40 credit hours and can be completed in three quarters. For students who have not taken or been waived from the prerequisite courses, the credit hour length can vary, up to 56 credit hours. Talk to an academic advisor about our specialty tracks available in the Master of Accountancy degree program. Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
Daniels provides ample opportunities to meet the “big four” accounting firms. Without that opportunity, it would have been impossible for me to get my foot in the door.
NILS PETERSON Master of Accountancy, 2018
BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE. APPLY YOUR SKILLS. In the Master’s in Applied Quantitative Finance program, you’ll study leading-edge theories, models and applications across the major areas of finance. Take advantage of our quarter system to tailor your coursework as well as your internships. Develop your finance leadership and communication skills by participating in a variety of case studies and competitions, as well as hands-on money management. When you graduate, you’ll be both a creator of finance knowledge and a disseminator who can grow to lead a finance enterprise.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Get Face to Face with the Finance World. Leverage our strong network of Reiman School of Finance alumni as you meet with mentors both locally and in finance capitals around the world, including New York, Chicago, London, Brussels and Belize. Harvest robust finance-related internship opportunities in the Denver metropolitan area, and around the country and world.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED QUANTITATIVE FINANCE CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 25 Average GMAT Score: 560 Average GPA: 3.28 Average Years of Work Experience: 2 Gender Distribution: 44% Female | 56% Male International: 38%
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Learn by Doing. Get hands-on experience managing real money in the Marsico Fund classes, taking advantage of our state-of-the-art Marsico Investment Center. Join teams competing in a variety of events, including the CFA Research Challenge, Race & Case and the Association for Corporate Growth Case Competition. Prep for the CFA. Begin your path toward becoming a CFA charterholder—the “gold standard” according to the Financial Times—by taking advantage of our membership in the CFA Institute Recognition Program, which allows Daniels to sponsor approximately 20 students annually for CFA exam scholarships. Customize your Curriculum. Build a customized program from a wide variety of courses in corporate finance, investments and investment banking, as well as a large number of finance special topics courses. STEM-Designated Degree. International students who complete the program with an F-1 status may qualify for a total of 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT).
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SAMPLE FULL-TIME COURSE SEQUENCE QUARTER 1
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Financial Accounting
Managerial Finance
Ethics in Finance
Global Finance
Business Statistics
Financial Modeling
Financial Planning & Analysis
Elective*
Managerial Microeconomics or Macroeconomics
Econometrics for Finance
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Financial Investments & Markets
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Business Databases
Financial Modeling and Databases Bootcamp 15 Credit Hours
16 Credit Hours
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Finance Elective
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10 Credit Hours
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Financial Accounting, Quantitative Methods for Finance and Managerial Finance can be waived by passing the waiver exam for each, or if students passed these courses as undergrads with a B or better. Waiving all three courses would reduce the program length from 57 credits to 45 credits. *Electives can be taken in the investment banking or corporate tracks. Courses outside of the finance discipline, such as accounting or business analytics, are also available for use as electives in coordination with your academic advisor. Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
I chose to pursue the Master’s in Applied Quantitative Finance program at Daniels due to the balanced combination of financial theory, real-world application and the depth of advanced financial topics offered. Although there are various tracks, with suggested courses, I had the opportunity to select courses that would yield the greatest utility for my career plan.
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BECOME A DATA LEADER WHO IS IN DEMAND. Transform big data into even bigger actions with a Master’s in Business Analytics from Daniels. In as few as 11 months (with the option of going part time), you’ll learn how to ask the right questions to make informed, data-driven decisions. The skills you’ll gain are particularly relevant today when business analysts are in high demand, with strong professional marketability and competitive salaries.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Experiential Capstone Project. If you want to work in the real world, you have to prepare for it. Your individual capstone project will begin early in the program as you build a portfolio of experiences. You’ll set the scope and develop a work plan for a hands-on consulting project. Using knowledge you’ve acquired in the classroom, you’ll analyze actual data and help real clients make better business decisions. Balanced Curriculum. This program is one of the only graduate degrees of its kind that balances the three pillars of business analytics: information management, statistical and analytic modeling, and business decision-making.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 28 Average GMAT Score: 626 Average GPA: 3.33 Average Years of Work Experience: 4 Gender Distribution: 57% Female | 43% Male International: 33%
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Let’s get Technical. Through our partnerships with Hadoop, RStudio, Python, Microsoft, Tableau, IBM/SPSS and other leading technology vendors, Daniels provides the most relevant analytics tools in our classrooms. This will give you an edge in solving complex problems to stay ahead of the curve—and the competition. STEM-Designated Degree. International students who complete the program with an F-1 status may qualify for a total of 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT). Connections that Matter. You’ll have access to a unique group of advisory board members who offer a wealth of industry knowledge and provide valuable insights into potential career paths.
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SAMPLE FULL-TIME COURSE SEQUENCE QUARTER 1
QUARTER 2
QUARTER 3
QUARTER 4
Capstone Planning Business Analytics
Predictive Analytics
Advanced Modeling with R
Capstone
Project Management
Python Programming
Optimization
Data Mining and Visualization
Business Databases
Data Warehousing
Complex Data Analytics
Business Statistics
Introduction to Business
16 Credit Hours
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16 Credit Hours
Core Course
Decision Processes
b
Elective
16 Credit Hours
10 Credit Hours
Elective
a
Introduction to Business may be substituted with an elective only with an undergraduate or graduate degree in business.
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Electives outside of the Business Analytics program must be approved.
Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
Daniels is the only program in the country that offers an individual live capstone project. You’re essentially a consultant helping a company solve a real-time problem. This program has done a great job of making us write and fine-tune our presentation and business report writing skills, as well as our coding.
STEPHANIE GERBER Master’s in Business Analytics, 2018
BETTER LEARNERS. BETTER LEADERS. BETTER STEWARDS OF THE WORLD. At Daniels, we believe that all professionals reap countless, longterm benefits from enhancing their personal and professional leadership. We also recognize that it’s difficult to launch your career without an understanding of critical analytical and leadership skills. That’s why our Master’s in Management (MSM) program offers a different approach to business education. By taking a deep dive into leadership and management, you’ll get an extensive understanding of what it takes to lead yourself, a team and any organization. In just 10 months, you’ll be ready to lead in any field that fuels your passion.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Learn to Lead. Our MSM program is unique—not only will you learn to lead teams and organizations, but you will develop yourself as a leader in the process. Each quarter will take you through a different leadership area: self, team and organization.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 23 Average GMAT Score: 625 Average GPA: 3.35 Average Years of Work Experience: 1 Gender Distribution: 73% Female | 27% Male International: 18%
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Portfolio Project. Get hands-on experience with Denver organizations. Students will have the opportunity to consult with an organization in order to meet their problems with solutions suitable to pass the market test. For example, you may develop market feasibility for a manufacturer, HR processes for talent retention for a service company, or a strategic growth plan for a nonprofit. Capstone. Building upon challenge-driven learning, the capstone will integrate everything you’ve learned in working with a global corporate partner to solve a major real-world project that requires understanding and applying concepts of global leadership. One-on-One Coaching. Take a deep dive into your personal development with one-on-one coaching. Personal coaching will help you understand your strengths and holistically apply them to every aspect of your life. Ongoing Training. Being an effective communicator is key in the business world. You’ll receive ongoing training in various levels of communication by practicing your presentation skills, interviews, résumé writing and more.
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SAMPLE FULL-TIME COURSE SEQUENCE FALL
WINTER
SPRING
Leading Selfa
Leading Teamsb
Leading Organizationsc
Ethical Leadership
Organizational Talent
Global Leadership
Organizational Psychology
Project Management
Negotiations & Change
Quantitative Methods
Financials for Leaders
Qualitative Analysis
Springboard
Springboard
Springboard
15 Credit Hours
15 Credit Hours
15 Credit Hours
Leadership a
Colorado mountain trip tied to this course.
b
Corporate experiential trip tied to this course.
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Colorado consulting project tied to this course.
Quantitative
Career Development
Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
As students in the Master’s in Management program, we’ve been given a unique opportunity to work with live clients while continuing to learn in the classroom. That hands-on experience with real clients has been the best part of the program. BRIANA DAVENPORT We also work with department-specific career coaches to help us develop a Master’s in Management, strategic career plan and goals for ourselves. 2018
BRING YOUR BRAND TO LIFE. Channel your creativity, ambition and abilities, and turn them into high-powered marketing finesse with the Master’s in Marketing at Daniels. You’ll take a deep dive into the world of marketing as you tackle real-world challenges and master the tools that are changing the game. Choose from a variety of specialized marketing areas to hone the skills you need to become an expert— and leader—in the field.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Professional Growth. You want to find the right career, and we want to help you. Take advantage of our information sessions, career-related workshops and personalized consultations with our marketing-focused career coach—all designed to help you secure an internship and land a job. Tailored to You. With 12 credits of electives, you can customize your degree with courses in digital marketing, integrated marketing communications, business analytics and more. Real Projects. Real Clients. You’ll learn marketing techniques by applying them to real-world situations. As you work with real companies and lead active client projects, you’ll learn to think critically, solve problems and embrace ambiguity.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING CLASS PROFILE Average Age: 26 Average GMAT Score: 560 Average GPA: 3.27 Average Years of Work Experience: 2 Gender Distribution: 59% Female | 41% Male International: 30%
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Practical, Hands-on Experience. From studying consumer behavior in our Consumer Insights and Business Innovation Center (CiBiC) to competing in case competitions, you’ll find seemingly infinite opportunities to roll up your sleeves and get hands-on experience. Faculty with Diverse Backgrounds. Our faculty are the best combination of traditionally trained professors with PhDs and industry marketing practitioners who have a passion for teaching. The combination results in a vibrant learning environment, with a mix of perspectives. Networking and Internship Opportunities. One of the most important things you will gain from your master’s is a network. Our students leverage connections with Daniels alumni around the world who support them in their studies, in their careers and beyond. We also use our extensive connections in and around Denver to help you build your network of marketing professionals and to land outstanding internships.
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SAMPLE FULL-TIME COURSE SEQUENCE WINTER
SPRING
Integrated Marketing Communication
Digital Strategies
Marketing Research & Analysis
Marketing Metrics
Collaborative Innovation
Consumer Behavior
Marketing Elective
Marketing Planning
FALL
Foundations of Marketinga Social Awareness & Ethics
Marketing Elective
Marketing Elective
SUMMER
Marketing Internshipd
Leadership & Professionalismb Marketing Assessmentc
Leadership & Professionalismb
Leadership & Professionalismb
15 Credit Hours
17 Credit Hours
Core Course
13 Credit Hours
Professional Development
2 Credit Hours
Elective
a
All students are required to pass the Foundations of Marketing exam early in the first quarter of the degree program.
b
Leadership & Professionalism is a series of three one-credit courses, which includes a selection of workshops and seminars.
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Marketing Assessment is a required zero-credit course that includes program assessment; you must pass to graduate.
d
If no work experience, two hours of internship is required in addition to the 33 required core course hours. The internship may be taken during the school year, effectively shortening the program to nine months.
Please note: This course sequence is subject to change.
As a creative professional working in advertising and marketing communications, I wanted to build upon the services I provide clients. I wanted a graduate program that provided a strong pedagogical approach to marketing. It was important to me PETER DUNBAR that courses focus on core disciplines, psychology and the process of marketing, and Master’s in not get caught up in the current trends. Marketing, 2019
BUILDING INTEGRATED LEADERS FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT. As the only programs of their kind offered by a renowned and accredited college of business, our degrees—the on-campus Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment and the Online Executive Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment— teach building a better way. The Burns School of Real Estate and Construction Management maximizes your potential by ensuring that you’re more than market-ready. Whether you’ve just begun your career or you’re a seasoned professional who needs to fill in some gaps to leverage your options, we have a program to fit your career stage.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Challenge-Driven Education. You’ll learn to think beyond the classroom with real-world, experiential learning opportunities. Get involved in national student competitions, educationenhancing workshops and innovative design projects. At Daniels, your learning laboratory is the rapidly growing city o f Denver.
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On-Campus MS: Average Age: 32 Average GMAT Score: 560 Average GPA: 3.25 Average Years of Work Experience: 5 Gender Distribution: 30% Female | 70% Male
Get 360° Vision. Our full-life cycle approach to the built environment LE DEVELOP NAB ME TAI NT S prepares students to be industry SU leaders by integrating their RE EAL R knowledge across the ESTATE professional disciplines associated with real estate, project delivery and asset management to generate greater value, mitigate risks and eliminate waste in the construction and development process.
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Market Connectivity. With regular company information sessions, industry panel events and top educators who are practitioners and leaders in the industry, you’ll emerge with the network to help you build a solid foundation for your career.
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PROGRAM CURRICULUM On-campus Master’s
Online Executive Master’s
A 12+ month, full- or part-time, 48-credit, on-campus program.
An 18+ month, 48-credit program taken online in a synchronous classroom experience. A fully online program designed for working professionals with five or more years of industry experience.
RECOMMENDED CORE
Business of the Built Environment
Income Property Finance
Construction Building Systems
Strategic Intelligence and Integrated Project Leadership
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
REAL ESTATE
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
INTEGRATED PROJECT DELIVERY
Planning, Entitlements and Public Finance
Real Estate Financial Analysis
Construction Planning and Scheduling
Pre-Construction Integration and Planning
Management of Income Properties
Real Estate Capital Markets
Sustainable Development /LEED
Lean Construction Project Management
Property Development and Feasibility
Real Estate Securities/ Syndications/ Entrepreneurship
Construction Accounting and Financial Management
Design Management and Schedule Control
NAIOP Challenge
Real Estate Taxation
Environmental Systems and MEP Coordination
Cost Modeling and Trend Management
Legal Issues and Risk Management
Real Estate Principles and Practice
Construction Job Site Management
Relational Contracting and Risk Mitigation
Residential Development
Income Property Investments
Architectural Planning and Design Management
Design Build Project Delivery
Income Property Valuation and Appraisal
Argus Financial Analysis
Construction Estimating
Post-Award Design Build Management
CityCraft Regenerative Development
Corporate Real Estate and Management
Construction Project Management
Design Build Contracts and Risk
Design your future—choose any 12 classes to fit your aspirations. The full list of classes is available online.
Core Course
Concentration/Track
Please note: These courses are subject to change.
I chose Daniels because of its commitment to ethics and innovation. I wanted a community where I could both further my knowledge in business and real estate fundamentals, as well as explore my passion for sustainability.
KARINA RUSH Master’s in Real Estate & the Built Environment, 2019
CAREER SERVICES It’s your career to pioneer. Before you arrive on campus, the Daniels Career Services team is customizing programming to enhance your career and professional development. From résumé preparation to networking event etiquette, our team is dedicated to helping you plan your internship and job search, grow and expand your network and navigate your campus interviewing experience. We keep a collective finger on the pulse of a variety of industries and maintain contacts with employers, alumni and other key Daniels partners. All of our efforts allow you to pioneer your career.
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DANIELS CAREER SERVICES & RESOURCES Programs and Events. We provide a variety of programs and events designed to integrate your career exploration with coursework, campus initiatives and skills development. Our offerings include résumé workshops, mock interviews and ongoing presentations focused on developing your career search skill set. Personal Career Coaching. Our experienced career coaches partner with you throughout your unique job search. You’ll work one on one with these coaches to explore your employment options, enhance and focus your résumé, prepare for interviews and build successful business networks. These services are available throughout your time at Daniels. Networking Opportunities. We offer a wealth of networking opportunities with both potential employers and leaders in the community. You’ll be able to engage with employers through company visits, information sessions, industry panels, and both general and targeted career fairs. You’ll also have opportunities to interact with executives in various industries through our Executive Mentorship and Executives in Residence programs. Both are designed to sharpen your career readiness and enhance your interpersonal skills—all while building and strengthening your professional network.
A SELECTION OF COMPANIES THAT HIRED OUR RECENT GRADUATES
We here at Black Creek look for candidates that share our entrepreneurial spirit. We’ve found that the students at DU really resonate with our culture and also bring a fresh perspective with a deep drive to succeed. MELISSA DUNCAN Vice President, Talent Strategy | Black Creek Group
ALUMNI NETWORK A powerful network committed to your success. With over 39,000 individuals located in all 50 states and in 140 countries worldwide, the Daniels College of Business alumni network is powerful, well-connected and available to provide lifelong support. The success of our alumni is what makes Daniels such a compelling choice for students, employers and corporate partners. Join the Daniels alumni network and become part of a global, elite group committed to your success. 32
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ALUMNI BY THE NUMBERS Daniels Alumni live in all U.S. states and 140 countries That’s nearly 3/4 of the world!
142,000+ DU Alumni
50+ Events
in the past year
In 2018, alumni, parents and friends donated
$3.3M to support Daniels students.
39,000+ Daniels Alumni
There is an Alumni Advisory Board and three committees that can help you stay involved with Daniels once you join the alumni community.
5 Regional DU Offices in the U.S. with local support in 12 major cities.
Did you know?
Daniels offers free lifetime alumni career services and professional development opportunities to build on your success.
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
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THE WORLD IS YOUR CLASSROOM At the Daniels College of Business, we believe that exposure to other cultures and countries is critical to lifelong learning. We want you to experience the complexities, challenges and rewards of global business firsthand. That’s why our graduate business programs include a global component. Take a look at some of the international travel courses offered in our MBA and specialized master’s programs. Finance Capitals of the World. Immerse yourself in global finance as you learn the concepts, tools, methodologies and practices used in different markets. Meet with mentors in finance capitals around the world, including New York, Chicago, London, Brussels and Belize. You’ll participate in a series of preparatory lectures covering many aspects of asset management and investment banking, and then spend a week visiting a variety of financial firms learning from individuals who work in these fields. Denver MBA Global Challenge. Working cross-culturally on a major business issue, you’ll travel to countries like Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, India, Israel, Kenya, Norway, Peru or Uganda—to name just a few. If you can perform in the context of a new country with diverse perspectives, practices and people, you’ll be a high performer anywhere in the world. Professional MBA International Immersion. With a focus on emerging markets and developing economies, you select the destination of the Professional MBA international trip with your cohort. Following the Global Business course and weeks of market feasibility research, you’ll travel to diverse countries such as Colombia, South Africa and Turkey to explore the challenges and rewards of sustainable development. Executive MBA Global Experience. The Executive MBA global experience will provide a hands-on understanding of emerging markets. As a cohort, you’ll select from a diverse list of countries such as Rwanda, Mongolia, Vietnam and Chile. Your primary research conducted overseas will include industry analysis and identifying strategic opportunities, to be paired with secondary research conducted on campus. The global perspective you gain will forever impact your domestic thought.
I went on a global trip to Uganda and Rwanda as part of the Denver MBA Global Challenge curriculum. The most memorable part of that experience, from a business school perspective, was the opportunity to work in a foreign setting with different cultural norms, expectations and ways of doing business. I think that kind of experience would be beneficial for anyone. ALEX ROBB Denver MBA, 2018
COMPETITIONS, WORKSHOPS & CLUBS At Daniels, we take hands-on learning to a whole new level. We’ll get you out of the classroom and into the world interacting with business leaders, solving actual business problems and using your skills when the stakes are real. From case competitions to leadership workshops and innovation centers, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved. Take a peek at some of the experiential learning opportunities we provide.
I got involved with student organizations and case competitions to practice leadership skills and gain exposure to real-world business problems. Because of those experiences, I’ve acquired patience and collaboration skills. BRIONNA SIMONS Master’s in Marketing, 2018
I participated in Net Impact and the Outdoor Industry Club. As a passionate outdoorsman and business student, marrying the two seemed like a no-brainer. Net Impact provides consulting projects where students work with a company and solve real industry issues. The experience was great. The Outdoor Industry Club brought in guest speakers to discuss how to lead in a growing industry. JOSH TRACY Master’s in Management, 2018
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Analytics Challenge. A Daniels signature event, this challenge requires students to analyze large data sets and address key questions posed by a partner organization to offer solutions to a current data analytics problem. Aspen Institute’s Business & Society International MBA Case Competition. The Aspen Institute competition invites students from 25 business programs worldwide to reflect on the influence and potential for good that business can have on society. Beta Alpha Psi (BAP). Use your accounting skills to give back by joining BAP. This international honorary organization recognizes scholastic excellence in accounting, finance and information technology, and provides opportunities throughout the year to learn about various career paths and interact with local professionals and recruiters. Cable Apprentice Competition. This unique competition combines education and networking, offering the best and brightest in business a chance to develop research and analysis tactics for Comcast Colorado. Consumer Insights and Business Innovation Center (CiBiC). Learn how to develop actionable insights that lead to innovative outcomes. This interdisciplinary laboratory provides a space for accelerating student entrepreneurship (for start-ups and organizational needs) by offering research apprenticeship opportunities, as well as project-based internships.
Global Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) Investment Challenge. The CFA Investment Challenge provides students from universities worldwide with handson mentoring and intensive training in financial analysis. Students work in teams to research and analyze a publicly traded company. Each team writes a research report on the assigned company with a buy, sell or hold recommendation, and presents their recommendations to a panel of judges at the local finals. Graduate Business Student Association (GBSA). GBSA enhances the student experience by promoting interaction and networking, and building community between graduate students at the Daniels College of Business, the University of Denver and the city of Denver. The organization hosts a variety of educational, professional, social and community events, such as Race & Case, a spring gala, hockey games and more. Inclusive Excellence Business Case Competition. As one of the country’s few business case competitions focusing on diversity, the Inclusive Excellence Business Case Competition allows students to apply critical thinking and knowledge about diversity to realworld problems facing participating companies.
NAIOP Challenge. Hosted by the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, this challenge tasks student teams with creating a vision for a selected property, conducting market research on the property’s uses, working with a local architectural firm to assist them in the project’s design, and refinement of the vision with respect to the zoning and entitlements carried by the property. Project X-ITE. A cross-disciplinary initiative of the University of Denver, Project X-ITE resides at the intersection of innovation, technology and entrepreneurship. Supported by Daniels, the Sturm College of Law, the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, and a working group of business leaders, Project X-ITE offers an unparalleled regional hub for new ideas and connections that transcend traditional industry segmentation. Race & Case. Daniels hosts the nation’s only business ethics case competition and alpine ski challenge. Each year, teams from top business schools around the world travel to Colorado for a unique weekend of high-altitude competition. Solar Decathlon. The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon® is a collegiate competition comprised of 10 contests that challenge students to design and build full-size, solar-powered houses. The winner of the competition is the team that best blends design excellence and smart energy production with innovation, market potential, and energy and water efficiency.
ADMISSIONS, TUITION & FINANCIAL AID START YOUR JOURNEY Visit daniels.du.edu/go: Explore our program options Attend an event or schedule a campus visit Start your application
APPLICATION DEADLINES Fall Start Round 1: October 1 Round 2: December 1 Round 3: January 15 Round 4: March 1 Round 5: April 15
Spring Start Round 1: August 1 Round 2: October 1 Round 3: December 1
Applications received after the last deadline will be considered on a space-available basis. Please note: the MBA@Denver (online) program offers alternative deadlines. 38
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TUITION MBA Programs
Specialized Master’s Programs
PROGRAM
CREDIT HOURS
TOTAL TUITION
PROGRAM
CREDIT HOURS
STANDARD PATH FULLTIME TUITION
The Denver MBA (full-time)
80
$94,000
Master of Accountancy
40
$51,336
Part-time Professional MBA
60
$81,000
MS Applied Quantitative Finance
45
$51,336
MBA@Denver (online)
60
$81,000
MS Business Analytics
58
$60,436
Executive MBA
60
$97,200
MS Management
45
$51,336
MS Marketing
45
$51,336
MS/Executive MS Real Estate & the Built Environment
48
$51,336
The Denver MBA (full-time), Part-time Professional MBA and Executive MBA tuition includes airfare and lodging for global trips. To learn about additional benefits of each program, please visit daniels.du.edu/go. Program fees not included. Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Program Start Dates
FALL (August/September) & SPRING (March)* *The Denver MBA (full-time), Master’s in Management and Master’s in Marketing only offer a fall start. For information on start dates for the MBA@Denver (online) program, visit daniels.du.edu/go.
$1,426 per credit hour. Our specialized master’s (MS) programs except for Business Analytics allow students to take any credits above 12 (up to 18) per quarter for no additional cost. Business Analytics has a set program price, as listed above. Program fees not included. Tuition and fees are subject to change.
FINANCIAL AID Merit-Based Awards Applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships and graduate assistantships at the time of admission. No separate application is needed. These awards are based on a variety of factors including extraordinary academic performance and relevant work experience. Typically, over 70% of students receive merit-based awards from Daniels. Merit-based awards typically range in value from $5,000 to full tuition for the Denver MBA (full-time) program, and from $5,000 to $15,000 for other programs. Some of our scholarships include: Daniels Merit, Global Fellows, Prospanica and Diversity in Leadership. Graduate assistantship positions require a work commitment of 10 hours each week and include a partial tuition waiver and stipend. U.S. Military Veterans GI Bill. Both Montgomery and Post 9/11 GI Bills can be utilized at Daniels. Yellow Ribbon Program. The Daniels College of Business offers unlimited Yellow Ribbon funding. Employer Reimbursement The employer reimbursement program allows students to defer payment until after final grades have been distributed each quarter. Need-Based Aid Domestic Students. To qualify for federal funding, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact us to learn more.
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