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In June,
the entire class moves to Ann Arbor to begin their 13 month stay in one of the most dynamic college towns
in America. Students spend
the months of June, July and August completing their core requirements.
Upon successful completion of the required core courses, the students' status is changed to 'second year MBA' which allows them to take
any elective course offered at the school. Refer to the
curriculum section on the left navigation bar for detailed information.
Your learning experience in Ann Arbor does not stop at the classroom.
Ross offers numerous non-curricular learning opportunities outside of the
classroom almost daily.
Special Lectures
 Throughout
the year, key executives representing varying industries from all over
the world are invited
to speak to the Ross community. Students have the opportunity to meet world class business leaders like Jack Welch and dignitaries such as
Madeline Albright as they speak to the Ross community about current
events around the world. These lectures are open to
all students and often conclude with lively question-and-answer
sessions.
Executive Skills Workshop
The
Executive Skills Workshop is designed to provide MBA students with
skills that will enhance their effectiveness, career success, and
general well-being. The school offers workshops throughout the school
year. Topics include:
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Business Etiquette
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Business Public Speaking
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EQi:
Emotional Intelligence
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Negotiating Your Salary
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Simplicity in Business: How Top Managers Bring Out the Best in
Employees
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Speed
Reading
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Standing Out from the Crowd: Communication Tips For Getting Ahead
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Stress
Management
Corporate Presentations
Hundreds of companies from across the world visit Ross
each year to recruit students. While corporate sponsored Global MBA
students do not participate in the recruiting process, they can freely
participate in the corporate presentations where recruiters explain
their company's mission and focus. These presentations offer students an
introduction to companies from around the world.
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The Diverse Ross Community
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 Located on the central campus in the heart
of Ann Arbor, the Ross School of Business places students within
an easy walk from diverse University and city resources. The
Ross community includes over 3,100 students, staff and faculty
members from more than 100 countries. The diverse background of
our community makes interaction among members
extremely rich. Students have access to numerous opportunities
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Ross Clubs and Associations
(partial list)
The clubs and associations at Ross represent a broad range of
interests and networking opportunities while allowing students
to expand action-based learning opportunities. More than 60
social, academic and professional organizations enhance the MBA
experience for participating students.
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Accounting Club
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Asian Business Association
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Automotive Club
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Energy Club
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Entertainment, Media & Sports Club
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Entrepreneur & Venture Capital Club
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European Business Club (EBC)
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Finance Club
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Habitat for Humanity
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High-Tech Club
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Ice Hockey Club
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Investment Club
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Marketing Club
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Michigan Business Women
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Operations Management Club
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Significant Others & Spouses Club (SOS)
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Ski Club
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University of Michigan Business
Students Association (UMBSA)
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Wolverine Venture Fund
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Class of 2010 Ann Arbor Session
Schedule
Term 2
Jun.
22 – Aug. 13, 2009
Term
Highlights
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Students complete the remaining required core courses in their first
term in Ann Arbor.
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Arriving in the summer, Global MBA students take advantage
of the quiet time on campus to get settled.
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The school offers airport pick-up service for students and their
families.
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Students are free to select their choice of housing from many
options both on and off-campus.
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During their stay in Ann Arbor, students and their families enjoy more than 10 weeks of vacation.
Courses (9
credits)
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Human Behavior and Organization (2.25)
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Operations
Management (2.25)
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Marketing
Management (2.25 )
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Corporate Strategy (2.25 )
Terms 3 & 4
Term 3: Sep. 9
– Dec. 18, 2009
Term 4: Jan. 6 – Apr. 30, 2010
Term
Highlights
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In September, as second year MBAs, Global MBAs join all other
Ross MBA students for two terms of electives.
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Students choose from more than 110 elective courses to customize
their educational experience.
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Students may take up to 10 credits of graduate level courses at
other University of Michigan schools.
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Students may pursue a research project on a topic of their
choice for up to 3 credits per term.
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Students may take up to 18
credits per term.
Courses
Term 5
May 10 – Jul. 2, 2010
Term Highlights
The
final seven weeks of the program are devoted to the
Multidisciplinary Action Project known as MAP. MAP is a course
worth 7.5 credit hours in which student teams collaborate in
domestic, international, entrepreneurial and experimental
settings.
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MAP
is the cornerstone of the Ross MBA.
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MAP
is an intensive, team oriented, seven-week 'consulting' project.
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Students work together as a team in on-site business settings.
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A
dedicated faculty team guides students throughout the project.
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Projects are primarily developed in US companies.
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