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== Fisher College == |
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|established= [[1903]] |
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|motto= ''Obique Fidelis'' |
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|city= [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]] |
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|colors= [[Blue]] and [[white]] |
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|mascot= The Falcon |
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|website= [http://www.fisher.edu Fisher College] |
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|address= [[118]] [[Beacon Street]] |
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'''Fisher College''' - Formerly known as ''Fisher Junior College'', also known as '''The Fish''' or '''The Fishbowl''', is a two-year [[college]], also offering a four-year degree in business management, located in [[Boston, Massachusetts|Boston]], [[Massachusetts]]. It was founded in [[1903]] as a girls-only business school. It is located on [[Beacon Street]], steps from the [[Boston Public Garden]]. Although it was founded as a business college, its current largest majors are fashion design and management, which account for the vast majority of students. |
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'''About Fisher College''' |
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Since 1903, Fisher College has empowered students through education - one student at a time. Students from all over the United States, and all over the world, choose to attend Fisher because of its small size, attention to the individual, wonderful academic support, high graduation rate and because our alumni learn the skills they need to succeed in their career. |
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Located in the safe and historic Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Fisher College is uniquely situated in the middle of one of the nicest cities in America. The City - with all of its culture, history, fun and excitement - is steps away from where you live and learn. |
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The other primary reason students choose to attend Fisher is because we offer an individualized educational experience that few can match. Start with committed faculty members; add small class sizes, a supportive environment and internship experiences; mix in a one hundred year history of success; and you will begin to understand why you belong at Fisher College. |
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'''History''' |
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When it was founded in 1903, Fisher College emphasized vocational preparation for its first few decades. Since then curriculum plans and objectives have expanded. In 1952, Fisher was approved as a two-year college by the Board of Regents of Higher Education of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and, in 1957, was given degree-granting powers. In 1970, Fisher gained membership in the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., with accreditation. Today, students from all parts of America and from numerous foreign countries attend Fisher College. |
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In January 1999 Fisher College was approved by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to offer the Bachelor of Science in Management Degree. Today we offer five concentrations within the Management degree, including: |
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The Division of Continuing Education was established in 1975 to serve the adult population of Boston and Eastern Massachusetts. Our branch campuses in Boston, North Attleboro and New Bedford provide convenient access to students, local businesses and organizations. Our Fisher Online division began in 1998, and now serves over 1000 students from all over the United States and around the world. |
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'''Fisher College Mission''' |
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Fisher College, founded in 1903, is a Boston-based accredited independent college, offering curricula that integrate a liberal education with career and pre-professional programs designed to meet the changing needs of both traditional and non-traditional learners. Through its degree level and certificate programs, Fisher College has endeavored to create a learning environment that fosters the intellectual growth of its students, promotes respect for self and others, and seeks to develop the inherent capacities of each individual student to prepare for a full, satisfying, and productive professional and cultural life. Graduates of Fisher College are expected to be informed decision-makers, prepared for immediate career entry or further higher education, and able to demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the values of all cultures. |
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'''Associate Degree Programs Offered:''' |
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Business Administration |
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Business Administration- Accounting Concentration |
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Early Childhood Education |
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Fashion Design |
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Fashion Merchandising |
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General Studies |
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Health Sciences |
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Hospitality & Tourism |
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Liberal Arts |
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Concentrations offered: |
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• ''Humanities'' |
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• ''Justice Studies'' |
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• ''Social Sciences'' |
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• ''Women's Studies'' |
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Psychology |
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'''Bachelor Degree Programs Offered:''' |
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Management |
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Concentrations offered: |
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• ''Fashion Merchandising'' |
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• ''Health Care Management'' |
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• ''Hospitality and Tourism'' |
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• ''Human Resource Management'' |
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• ''Marketing'' |
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• ''Public Administration'' |
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Revision as of 20:42, 24 January 2008
| Motto | Obique Fidelis |
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| Established | 1903 |
| Address | , |
| Colors | Blue and white |
| Mascot | The Falcon |
| Website | Fisher College |
About Fisher College
Since 1903, Fisher College has empowered students through education - one student at a time. Students from all over the United States, and all over the world, choose to attend Fisher because of its small size, attention to the individual, wonderful academic support, high graduation rate and because our alumni learn the skills they need to succeed in their career.
Located in the safe and historic Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Fisher College is uniquely situated in the middle of one of the nicest cities in America. The City - with all of its culture, history, fun and excitement - is steps away from where you live and learn.
The other primary reason students choose to attend Fisher is because we offer an individualized educational experience that few can match. Start with committed faculty members; add small class sizes, a supportive environment and internship experiences; mix in a one hundred year history of success; and you will begin to understand why you belong at Fisher College.
History When it was founded in 1903, Fisher College emphasized vocational preparation for its first few decades. Since then curriculum plans and objectives have expanded. In 1952, Fisher was approved as a two-year college by the Board of Regents of Higher Education of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and, in 1957, was given degree-granting powers. In 1970, Fisher gained membership in the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., with accreditation. Today, students from all parts of America and from numerous foreign countries attend Fisher College. In January 1999 Fisher College was approved by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to offer the Bachelor of Science in Management Degree. Today we offer five concentrations within the Management degree, including: The Division of Continuing Education was established in 1975 to serve the adult population of Boston and Eastern Massachusetts. Our branch campuses in Boston, North Attleboro and New Bedford provide convenient access to students, local businesses and organizations. Our Fisher Online division began in 1998, and now serves over 1000 students from all over the United States and around the world.
Fisher College Mission Fisher College, founded in 1903, is a Boston-based accredited independent college, offering curricula that integrate a liberal education with career and pre-professional programs designed to meet the changing needs of both traditional and non-traditional learners. Through its degree level and certificate programs, Fisher College has endeavored to create a learning environment that fosters the intellectual growth of its students, promotes respect for self and others, and seeks to develop the inherent capacities of each individual student to prepare for a full, satisfying, and productive professional and cultural life. Graduates of Fisher College are expected to be informed decision-makers, prepared for immediate career entry or further higher education, and able to demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the values of all cultures.
Associate Degree Programs Offered:
Business Administration
Business Administration- Accounting Concentration
Early Childhood Education
Fashion Design
Fashion Merchandising
General Studies
Health Sciences
Hospitality & Tourism
Liberal Arts Concentrations offered: • Humanities • Justice Studies • Social Sciences • Women's Studies
Psychology
Bachelor Degree Programs Offered:
Management
Concentrations offered: • Fashion Merchandising • Health Care Management • Hospitality and Tourism • Human Resource Management • Marketing • Public Administration
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