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Academic Honesty
The Graduate School of Management is a community dedicated to learning and research, both of which include the transmission of knowledge. In striving to learn, we are often dependent on what others have achieved an thus become indebted to them. We must acknowledge our reliance on and use of the ideas and writings of others. The University does not tolerate offenses such as plagiarism and cheating. You are responsible for understanding the University’s policy on Academic Honesty.
All work performed by you must be your original work. This includes courses taught in any type of environment, whether campus-based, company-based, or through distance learning. When plagiarism or cheating is found to have occurred, you are subject to immediate dismissal from GSM and the grade for the course or the work submitted is subject to change. If a degree or certificate has already been granted at the time the violation is discovered, the degree or certificate shall be revoked.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is an attempt to claim as your own, ideas or writings that originate with others. It is a serious offense against the academic community. Plagiarism is not lessened by a paraphrase or even by an extensive rewriting of another’s work. Whenever ideas or words are borrowed, you must give credit by citing the source. All credentialed sources of information must be documented. In addition to traditional sources of information (e.g., books, journals, magazines ad news articles), information accessed through the Internet or other electronic sources must be acknowledged.
If you submit plagiarized work, you may be subject to disciplinary action and will go through this process:
1. An instructor who discovers that plagiarized work has been submitted in fulfillment of course requirements shall immediately inform the student, allowing the student the chance to explain the circumstances.
2. If after conferring with the student, the instructor still considers the student’s work to be plagiarized, the instructor will compile the materials of the case, including the piece of work that may have been plagiarized and the sources, and a report of the instructor’s conversation with the student. These materials will be submitted to the appropriate academic dean.
3. If the student acknowledges in writing that he or she plagiarized, the case does not go to an Academic Review Board. Instead, the instructor assigns a grade on the work and a grade in the course. The appropriate academic dean reviews the case and decides on a penalty according to the procedure described below.
4. If the student does not acknowledge the plagiarism, the appropriate academic dean will submit the case, with all relevant materials, to the Academic Review Board. That Review Board will conduct its own investigation and will hold a hearing at which the student, without counsel, will be invited to present his her case and to respond to the Board’s questions. The Board will decide on whether the student did plagiarize, ad will base its decision only on the evidence, not on mitigating or extenuating circumstances.
5. If the Board finds that plagiarism did occur, it will convey its findings to the instructor and to the appropriate academic dean. The instructor will assign a grade for the material in question and a grade for the course, and will report these grades to the appropriate academic dean. The dean will hold a show-cause hearing with the student on why he or she should not be dismissed from the University and will decide on any penalties beyond the course grade. The student will be informed of the final decision of the hearing and the implications of the decision.
6. If the Academic Review Board decides that the work is not plagiarized, the Board will inform the instructor of its decision. The instructor shall then compute a grade for the piece of work and the course without regard to plagiarism, but solely on the basis of the quality of the student’s work. The case against the student is then dropped. Adequate procedures for dealing with plagiarism in off-campus programs will be determined by the appropriate academic dean in consultation with the director of that program.
Cheating
Cheating is the deceitful use of another person’s work or work product and is subject to disciplinary action. When cheating is suspected during an exam, the instructor or proctor is to separate the suspect examination from those of the other students. The instructor will inform the student of the suspected cheating at the time of examination is turned in and set up an appointment regarding the suspected cheating. The review of all cheating cases and the imposition of penalties will follow the procedure explained under Plagiarism.
Making the Grade
Student academic performance is generally based on at least two measurements in each course: for example, two examinations, or an examination and a project. The exception would be an Environment course (the concluding course in each program) or a practicum, which may be solely measured on the student’s overall performance as evaluated by the professor.
The following grade system is used:
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A |
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4.0 |
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Thorough mastery of course material |
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A- |
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3.7 |
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B+ |
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3.3 |
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B |
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3.0 |
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Generally good understanding of course material |
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B- |
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2.7 |
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C+ |
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2.3 |
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C |
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2.0 |
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Partial understanding; barely adequate |
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C- |
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1.7 |
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Failing (grades of C- or lower are failing) |
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D+ |
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1.3 |
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D |
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1.0 |
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Inadequate understanding |
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D- |
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0.7 |
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F |
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0.0 |
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Failed to demonstrate understanding |
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I |
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0.0 |
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Incomplete |
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W |
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0.0 |
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Withdrawal |
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AD |
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0.0 |
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Audit grade |
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N |
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0.0 |
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No grade reported by Professor, or missing when grades are
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FA |
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0.0 |
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Failure because of excessive absences or did not withdraw from a
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*(Assigned when a professor is unable to judge a student’s performance. Usually assigned up to the fifth class meeting for evening and Saturday morning classes or up to the third class meeting for Saturday Intensive classes.)
**(Assigned upon withdrawal if a professor knows from intermediate exams or assignments that student is performing satisfactorily in class.)
***(Assigned if at the time of withdrawal a professor judges that a student’s grade is at a level corresponding to a C- or below.)
Withdrawal grades do not count in the student’s cumulative grade point average but remain permanently on the transcript. Professors determine grades based on their evaluation of the student’s coursework. Upon the student’s request professors will explain grades but will not change grades unless it can be shown that the original grading was in error. The Dean’s Office must approve any grade changes from lower to higher grades. If you believe that the grade was assigned incorrectly, you may request a conference with you professor within the first trimester following notification of the grade, otherwise it will be deemed that you have accepted the grade. If you remain dissatisfied after conferring with your professor, you may appeal to Assistant Dean for Academics within two weeks of that conference. The final appeal is the Dean of GSM. A grade of C- or below signifies the course was failed, and that you must retake the course and obtain a grade of C or higher. The failing grade remains in your permanent record and is included on any transcript, but it is not used in computing the final GPA or credit hours towards graduation. If a failing grade is earned in an elective course, you may either retake the course, (in which case the failing grade will not be included in the GPA) or enroll in another course which will satisfy the elective requirement (in which case the failing grade will be included in the GPA). The letter “I” denotes an Incomplete and is given only when some valid emergency prevented the student from completing coursework. For an Incomplete grade to be considered, you must have completed the required course work with a grade for that course work. If, you receive an “I”, you must perform whatever academic tasks the granting faculty member deems necessary before the Incomplete will be changed to A, B, C, D, or F. An Incomplete Grade Contract must be completed by you and the professor specifying the work required and a date for completion. The Incomplete Grade Contract must be submitted to the Assistant Dean for Academics for final approval and will remain on file in the Office of Student Records. Upon submission of the required work, the professor assigns a grade and submits a grade change form to the Office of Student Records. An Incomplete that is not changed within one academic year after issuance will be changed to a grade of “F”. To withdraw from a course in which an Incomplete grade was awarded, a form 160 ( Add/Drop Form) must be completed. You will then receive a “W” grade for the class dropped. In order to retake the class with another professor, you must register for class again and pay the appropriate tuition.
Class Attendance Is Critical
As a GSM student you are expected to attend all scheduled classes and satisfy all course requirements within the time limits established by your professors. You should be present at each scheduled meeting of Intensive Classes. Exceptions may be made due to serious illness or unavoidable travel. If you have been excessively absent, it may be wise to withdraw from the course, as your lack of attendance may be reflected in your final grade.
Student Status
After completion of 12 credit hours, you are initially reviewed for satisfactory progress toward a degree. A satisfactory status will be granted if all the admissions requirements have been met and you attained a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Every trimester the student’s status is reviewed as grades and documents are received. Your status of “ZZ” on the advisory audit report reflects that all admissions and academic criteria have been met. If the admission and minimum grade point average requirements have not been met after the completion of 25 credit hours (excluding course waivers and transfers), you may be subject to academic dismissal.
Academic Review Policy
All students in the Graduate School of Management are subject to the Academic Review Policy.
Academic warning
Any of the following may yield an academic warning:
One failing grade (C- and below)
Three grades of C
A cumulative grade point average below 3.0 (out of 4.0) after completion of 12 credit hours.
Dismissal
Students are subject to dismissal from GSM in any one of the following situations:
A combination of two or more failing grades (C- and below)
Four or more C grades
A combination of two or more C grades and one failing grade (C- and below)
A cumulative grade point average below 2.5 (out of 4.0) after the completion of 12 credit hours
A cumulative grade point average below 3.0 (out of 4.0) at the completion of 25 credit hours without satisfying student status criteria.
Dismissal criteria have precedence over warning criteria. For example, if you receive two C grades and one failing grade during your first trimester you are subject to dismissal without warning. A grade of C is considered passing and cannot be repeated.
A student who received a grade of C-, D+, D, D-, F or FA has failed the course, and must retake it and obtain a grade of C or higher.
A student has the right to appeal a dismissal by means of a hearing before the Academic Review Board. Such requests must be filed in the Office of the Dean within two weeks of dismissal notice. The Board consists of three full-time faculty members who, after a formal hearing, forward their recommendations to the Dean for final disposition of the case. The Dean will notify the student in writing of the final decision. Students who have been dismissed may not apply for readmission until three years after the date of dismissal.
Drug Free Workplace Policy
It is the policy of the University of Dallas to maintain a drug-free workplace. In accordance with this policy, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited on the campus of the University of Dallas. Students, faculty and staff members fund in violation of this policy, but not convicted, will be subject to disciplinary action as determined. The University is concerned with the health of all students and employees and encourages anyone with a drug problem to seek appropriate guidance and treatment.
Equal Opportunity Policy
The University brings together, in common pursuit of its educational goals, persons of many backgrounds and experiences. The University is committed to the principle that in no aspect of its programs shall there be differences in the treatment of persons because of race, creed, national origin, age sex, or disability and that equal opportunity and access to facilities shall be available to all. Any student complaints pursuant to a discrimination concern should be referred to the Office of the Dean of Academics, 972.721.5153.
Graduation
Graduation Requirements
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Management (MM) degree is conferred when the following requirements are fulfilled:
1. A final overall graduate grade point average of at least 3.0 out of a possible 4.0 based on all required courses taken at GSM.
2. Completion of all courses in the student’s official program with a grade of A, B, or C.
3. Completion of the Management Ethics and Professional Development Series Mgt. 5199 (for MBA candidates).
4. Completion of a graduation application form and payment of the graduation fee within the first month of the final trimester.
5. All official documents, transcripts, and a final exit form have been submitted to the Office of Student Records.
6. Payment of all tuition and fees (library fines, parking tickets, etc.).
7. Completion of the above requirements within a period of six years after registration
for the first GSM course.
Exceptions:
Interruption by military service automatically extends the deadline. In extraordinary circumstances, a student may apply in writing to the Office of the Dean for an extension of the deadline.
Graduation Honors
The Graduate School of Management confers degrees at the end of each trimester. All students who achieve a 4.0 grade point average are considered “highest honors” graduates and are acknowledged at the commencement ceremonies. Grades earned in transferred courses or in Intensive English courses are not used in computing the final grade point average but are included in the determination of highest honors for graduation.
Alumni Services
The UD Alumni Association provides opportunities for a continuing relationship between GSM graduates and the University. Please call the Alumni Relations Office at 972.721.5066 for more information.
Alumni Ambassador Program
Alumni Ambassadors represent GSM in their home countries and serve as a very valued resource for potential students. The program also helps international graduates stay connected with GSM in the years beyond graduation. Ambassadors meet with prospective students and assist GSM staff during educational fairs in their home countries. Ambassadors give prospective students first-hand accounts of how their graduate school experiences have enhanced their professional lives and help new students to understand what they should expect when they arrive on campus.
Participation is limited to those alumni who achieved above-average academic credentials and who exhibit an enthusiastic attitude toward their learning experience at GSM. For more information contact Brett Branch at 972.721.5058 or
bbranch@gsm.udallas.edu.
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