Experiential Learning
Overview
M.S. and MBA students are able to enroll in additional coursework and experiential component(s) with a sponsoring employer through the academic offering, Experiential Learning for Graduate Students. Students must meet the qualifications below and be approved to enroll in GRAD 610 - Experiential Learning for Graduate Studies. Upon approval, international students in F-1 immigration status will be issued a Form I-20 with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization.
Qualifications
In order to participate in Experiential Learning for Graduate Students, currently enrolled students must meet the following requirements:*
- Earn at least 6 credits in residence at Franklin University
- Earn and maintain a GPA of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Be in good academic standing (Student has not been found responsible for a violation of Franklin’s community standards.)
- Satisfactory completion of PF 521 - Advanced Learning Strategies with a pass grade
- Possess or be eligible to obtain work authorization for the required component
- Enroll in GRAD 610 - Experiential Learning for Graduate Studies
*Qualifying requirements are subject to change.
GRAD 610 - Experiential Learning for Graduate Studies - Course Description
Learning through doing has been widely recognized as a best practice to accompany formal classroom education. Internships, field experiences, and practicums are frequently used to fulfill experiential learning goals. This course provides a structured, repeatable, accountable, and reflective way to incorporate academically relevant experiential learning into a graduate-level program of study. Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Communicate professionally using a variety of modalities (written, spoken, and technological).
- Analyze and evaluate information to make reasoned arguments and solve problems.
- Integrate knowledge and skills to engage with and respond to social, environmental, and economic challenges at local, national, and global levels.
- Analyze and evaluate complex issues and situations to make informed ethical decisions.
- Integrate theory and practice of an academic discipline based on the student’s major area of study.