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COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Dr. Jerome Schiele, Dean

Welcome to the College of Professional Studies at Bowie State
University. Today, individuals work in many different professional fields
and at various career levels that require in-depth knowledge and skills.
Successful professionals understand that such learning is a career-long
process that is needed to remain progressive and competitive in the
workplace. The College of Professional Studies (CPS) offers graduate
academic programs that prepare students for the unique demands of
the rapidly growing and diverse global labor market.

The College of Professional Studies is quite diverse in its offerings and
provides outstanding graduate educational opportunity. The graduate
programs within the college integrate theory and application specific to
each professional graduate discipline. The learning process is achieved
through classroom study, online and web-enhanced courses,
internships, and clinical practice and practicum.

Drawing on a rich faculty with expertise in their respective disciplines,
the college is comprised of four academic departments and two
graduate programs – Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Arts in
Human Resource Development. Because the college places a strong
emphasis on both academic and practical experiences, it is attractive to
students who are new to a professional academic field of study,
continuing students searching for a career-oriented education path, or
professionals desiring to advance their knowledge and skills. The
graduate programs in the College of Professional Studies provide well-
rounded and customized programs to prepare students advance
employment opportunities. In addition, graduates receiving the Master
of Science in Nursing or Master of Arts in Human Resource
Development Degree obtain jobs in diverse setting in their field of
study.

Thank you for taking the time to explore the exciting graduate
professional careers that await you in the Bowie State University
College of Professional Studies. Feel free to contact us and let us know
how we can best serve your academic needs.

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