| Khazar University |
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| Rector | Prof. Hamlet Isaxanli |
| Address | 11 Mehseti Street Baku AZ1096 Azerbaijan |
| Tel. No. | + 994 12 421 79 27 |
| Fax No. | + 994 12 498 93 79 |
| E-mail address | contact@khazar.org |
| Website address | http://www.khazar.org |
| Schools and programmes | Undergraduate Degree Programmes School of Architecture, Engineering and Applied Science [SAEAS]: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Management Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering and Management Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Management Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering and Management School of Economics and Management [SEM]: Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Bachelor of Science in Economics Bachelor of Science in Information Technology School of Law [SL]: Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies Bachelor of Arts in International Law School of Humanities and Social Sciences [SHSS]: Bachelor of Arts in English/Arabic Bachelor of Arts in English/Persian Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/English Bachelor of Arts in Azerbaijani Language and Literature Bachelor of Arts in Design Bachelor of Arts in International Relations Bachelor of Arts in Political Science School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health [SMDPH]: Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine School of Education: [SE] Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Graduate (Postgraduate) Degree Programmes School of Architecture, Engineering and Applied Science [SAEAS]: Master of Science in Computer Science and Management Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering and Management Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management Master of Science in Civil Engineering and Management Master of Architecture Master of Science in Mathematics School of Economics and Management [SEM]: Master of Business Administration Program Master of Science in Economics Master of Science in Information Technology School of Law [SL]: Master of Law (L.L.M) Master of International Law School of Humanities and Social Sciences [SHSS]: Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Master of Arts in Linguistics (General/Applied) Master of Arts in Translation Studies Master of Arts in International Relations Master of Arts in Political Science School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health [SMDPH]: Master of Science in Biomedicine Master of Public Health Administration Doctor of Medicine (MD) Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| Type of courses |
Full-time (F); Part-time (P) Undergraduate (BA; BS) - FP Graduate (MA; MS; MBA; Ph.D.; J.D.) – F |
| Length of courses | Undergraduate (BA; BS) Four (4) academic years Graduate (MA; MS; MBA) Two (2) academic years MD Six (6) academic years(after secondary school) DDS Five (5) academic years(after secondary school) Doctor of Philosophy Three (3) academic years |
| Date of commencement |
Fall Semester: Sep. 15 - Jan. 25 Spring Semester: Feb. 10 – July 4 |
| Class size |
Undergraduate (BA; BS) 15-25 Graduate (MA; MS; MBA) 10-15 Ph.D.2-5 |
| Accommodation | Khazar University arranges hostel for students, with accommodation fee of not less than 2500 AZN per year (AZN – New Azerbaijan Manat. For exchange rate of AZN to other currencies, please visit website of the National Bank of Azerbaijan: www.nba.az). If students prefer to rent apartments themselves, then accommodation fee will depend on the location and condition of apartment (Usually, it varies between 250 and 300 AZN per month per person; in a shared flat accommodation costs around 150 AZN per person) |
| Fees | Tuition fees for overseas and national students are not the same. Tuition fees vary depending on the field of study. The contract signed between Khazar and the students defines what students are required to pay. Khazar reserves the right to change the tuition from year to year. The annual tuition fee depends on schools and number of credits a student is registered for (currently, 100 AZN per credit for local and 100 € per credit for overseas students). The tuition fee should be paid either as a one time payment at the beginning of the semester, or in two installments, with the first one not less than a half of the total sum paid in at the beginning of the semester. The rest of the sum must be paid in by the fifth week of the semester. Tuition Fees (per year - average): Undergraduate (BA; BS) 3000 AZN for local, 3000 € for overseas students Graduate (MA; MS; MBA) local students pay per credit, 3000 € for overseas students Doctor of Philosophy local students pay per credit, 3000 € for international students |
| Top recruiters of graduates | Bp, Schlumberger Logelco Ltd., , McDermott Caspian Contractors, Inc., Procter & Gamble, Ernst & Young, Karasu Operating Company Ltd., Eurasia Foundation, Embassy of the United States of America, Azerigazbank, TYCO Engineering Services, Garadagh Cement J.S.C., Azpetrol and many other local and multinational corporations operations in Azerbaijan. |
| Exchange partner schools | Khazar University developed its academic and non-academic programmes through extensive international linkages. A number of linkages between Khazar University and partner universities in North America, Europe and Asia (to site a few of partner universities: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), USA; California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA), USA; California State University, San Bernardino, (CSUSB), USA; Georgia State University (GSU), Atlanta, USA; Southern Utah University, USA; Purdue University (PU), Indiana, USA; Princeton University, USA; George Mason University, (GMU), Virginia, USA; Columbia University, USA; South Connecticut State University, USA; Harvard University, USA; Oklahoma University, USA; East Carolina University (State of North Carolina), USA; American University, Washington DC, USA; University of Winnipeg, Canada; Leiden University, The Netherlands; The Nottingham Trent University (TNTU), UK; Heriot-Watt University, UK; Middlesex University, UK; Northumbria University, UK; St. Claire’s College, UK; Institute Superieur de Commerce International de Dunkerque (ISCID), France; University of Cean Lower Normandy, France; Eastern Languages and National Institute of Civilizations, France; Hogskolan i Boras, Sweden; Orebro University, Sweden; Uppsala University, Sweden; Lund University, Sweden; University of Tromso, Norway; University of Bergen, Norway; Stavanger University, Norway; BI Norwegian School of Management, Norway; Sannio University, Italy; Stockholm School of Economics in Riga, Latvia; Alexander Technological Educational Institution of Thessaloniki, Greece; University of Angers, France; University of Tuscia, Italy; Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal; HAS Den Bosch University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands; Rezekne's Augstskola, Latvia; University of Rousse, Bulgaria; The University of Winchester, UK; Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain; University of Warsaw, Poland; University of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia; Hebrew University, Israel; Sogang University, Seoul, Korea; Cavalry School of Management and Design, Singapore; Middle East Technical University, Turkey; Ankara University, Turkey; Middle East University of Northern Cyprus, Northern Cyprus; Eastern Mediterranean University, Northern Cyprus; Cyprus International University, Northern Cyprus; Girne American University, Northern Cyprus; Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Pakistan; University of Tabriz, Iran; Tabriz Teacher Training University, Iran; Gilan University, Iran; Zanjan University, Iran; Imam Khomeini International University, Iran; Nabi Akram University, Iran; Taba Elm International Institute, Iran; Farabi Institute of Higher Education, Iran; Caucasus School of Journalism and Media Management, Tbilisi, Georgia; Caucasus Business School, Tbilisi, Georgia; Institute of Asia and Africa, Tbilisi, Georgia, and many others) lead to significant progress. |
| Financial assistance |
KU provides scholarships for students who obtained higher scores in entrance examination.
Those students whose parents are the employees of Khazar University receive 50% discount in their tuition. Students of Khazar from the same family (e.g. brothers and/or sisters) are eligible for tuition reduction. Orphans are free from the student tuition. Should student’s ability to pay tuition be negatively affected by certain unpredictable circumstances (e.g. death of a parent), he or she is eligible to waive that year’s tuition. |
| Admission requirements | High School Diploma (for undergraduate programs). Bachelor and/or Master degrees for Graduate programs. Khazar welcomes applications from all qualified students regardless of race, national origin, sex, religion, handicap, or cultural background. Admission process depends on student’s educational background. A graduate of an accredited secondary school may be considered for freshman standing. All applicants are required to: 1. submit an application form 2. pay a non-refundable application fee 3. enclose copies of transcripts and test scores 4. submit entrance examination scores 5. demonstrate adequate command of English A limited number of teaching fellowships and assistantships are available for qualified international students. International applicants should pass Khazar’s examinations in order to get admitted. In addition, these students are interviewed by the university faculty. |
| Student profile | Local students: About 1500 Overseas students: About 120 Men: About 800 Women: About 700 Age range: 16 – 40 |
| Contact for application |
Admission Office 11 Mehseti Street, Baku AZ1096, Azerbaijan Tel: (+994 12) 4211093, Fax: (+ 994 12) 4989379 E-mail: khhuseynova@khazar.org; iisaxanli@khazar.org |
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES School of Architecture, Engineering and Applied Science Bachelor of Science in Computer Science The Computer Science Program is designed to accommodate students who want professional preparation in computer science but do not necessarily have a strong interest in computer systems hardware. Within the curriculum, students study subject matter in software engineering, principles of programming languages, data structures, computer architecture, theory of computation and formal languages, operating systems, distributed systems, computer modeling, computer networks, computer construction, artificial intelligence, mathematical programming. The objective of this program is to prepare students either for postgraduate study or for immediate employment, and achievement of professional excellence in a wide range of industrial, business, and non-industrial environments which interface with the information processing systems they study. Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Management Computer engineering is concerned with the modeling, analysis, design, and applications of computer-related systems. Its study provides education at the undergraduate level necessary to understand, design, implement and use the software and hardware of computers and systems. Students study all principal aspects of computer systems: logic design, computer system architecture, data structures, algorithms, operating system concepts, high level programming languages, application of hardware and software systems in both engineering and non-engineering contents. Students combine these computer science studies with pertinent aspects of electrical engineering such as: circuits theory, signals and systems, electronic circuits and design, integrated circuits and device utilization. The offered courses in economics, management and marketing cover the modern requirements for the professionals in the sphere of computer engineering. Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering and Management Petroleum Engineering deals with involving of the fluid flow through subsurface formations, drilling, production, reservoir engineering and transportation of oil, gas, and other subsurface resources. The curriculum in oil engineering includes sufficient training in basic engineering sciences to prepare the graduates for the application of engineering principles to the petroleum industry. Courses in geology give an understanding of the geological structures and conditions favorable for petroleum deposits. Up to the basic subjects are added courses in oil engineering which illustrate the applications of engineering principles to the type of problems and solution methods used in the petroleum industry. The Engineering fundamentals and Computer tools with application to a broad range of engineering problems are emphasized. The offered courses in economics, marketing, management covers the modern requirements for the professionals in the sphere of petroleum engineering. A minimum of eight-week approved experience in oil field operation is required. A student who completes this program will receive a Bachelor of Science Degree. Students at BS levels are qualified as: engineer-manager in petroleum industry engineer in drilling engineer in petrol and gas production Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management The School of Engineering and Applied Science recognized the needs for fully qualified specialists capable of undertaking wider responsibilities for optimum development of oil, gas, marine, air, land resources, and realize health and safety environmental management. Students successfully completing the four-year program are awarded the degree of BS in Environmental Engineering and Management. Students are required to take a summer practice during the period of study and to have a satisfactory record of their summer employment approved by the School of Engineering and Applied Science. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Management The curriculum in Civil Engineering is planned to provide a sound professional education for the students. After completing courses in basic sciences, students are offered courses in Applied Mechanics, Hydraulics, Geodesy, Materials, Construction Engineering, Management fields, etc. Practical experience is required for the degree and accordingly, students are required to undertake summer practice. Elective courses are offered to enable the students to advance their knowledge in specific fields. Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering and Management The curriculum in Architectural Engineering includes sufficient training in basic engineering sciences to prepare the graduates for the application of engineering principles to the architecture. Practical experience is required for the degree and accordingly, students are required to undertake summer practice. Elective courses are offered to enable the students to advance their knowledge in a specific field. School of Economics and Management Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance The program in Finance is designed for students who are interested in careers in the fields of finance, financial analysis, financial management and banking. The program provides a strong awareness of the problems and methods related to financial operations in financial and non-financial institutions. Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting The Accounting program is designed to provide the basic accounting knowledge and skills required for the accounting professionals. The program encompasses such areas as financial auditing, operational auditing, financial reporting, corporate tax planning, cost analysis and control. Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business The program in International Business is primarily designed for the students who want to distinguish themselves as managers in global business environment. The program furnishes students with the professional and cultural knowledge necessary to successfully perform the role of leader and manager in a multinational environment. Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing The Marketing program is designed to provide the basic knowledge in general marketing, markets and customers relationships, product development, pricing, advertising, promotion and distribution. Bachelor of Business Administration in Management The program in Management is designed to develop the basic skills required by managers in business and other organizations. The program develops the ability to analyze and resolve administrative and organizational problems in manufacturing and service organizations. Bachelor of Science in Economics In a competitive business environment, the effective decision making in limited resource allocation has become the key factor of organizational success and prosperity of society. The BS in Economics program offered by SEM embraces activities related to quantitative economic analysis, monetary policy and economic performance, globalization and international relations. Bachelor of Science in Information Technology The School understands the need in well-trained specialists in information technology fully capable of keeping the pace with rapid developments in this field and able to tackle complex management issues by utilizing modern computer science. The program integrates contemporary information technology and management systems. Students successfully completing the four-year program are awarded the degree of BS in Information Technology. School of Law Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies Students who are interested in Legal Studies will find a number of opportunities to do so at KU. Courses are offered in such diverse areas of Law as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Civil Procedure, International Law, Human Rights, Commercial Law and other. The new conditions and environment demand specialists with highly advanced professional knowledge and deep theoretical understanding of Law. Students may gain practical experience through taking courses in the School’s clinical program. The curriculum is to develop special and professional knowledge and skills. The undergraduate major in law is considered as preparation for graduate study in Law. At the same time the School prepares its graduates to serve as lawyers and in law-related roles. Bachelor of Arts in International Law Legal studies combined with international and regional studies provide a platform for BA degree in International Law, which includes courses on essentials of Law, various areas of International Law, International Relations and International Institutions. This major gives the students excellent job opportunities in public, private and international organizations. The core set of courses provides the fundamentals of the major in wide variety of electives, allowing the students to develop a program that will meet their career needs and interests. School of Humanities and Social Sciences Bachelor of Arts in English/Arabic Bachelor of Arts in English/Persian Combining English with either Arabic or Persian brings the West and East together, under the umbrella of one major/minor. Major Requirements for English/Arabic, English/Persian include Lower division and Upper division courses. Lower division program is mainly designed to provide practical competence in English/Arabic or English/Persian after one year and through basic knowledge of the language after two years. The upper division program is chiefly devoted to perfecting linguistic skills and to the study of English, Arabic and Persian Cultures and Literatures. The curriculum encourages an emphasis on literary history and requires of its majors a firsthand acquaintance with the most influential writes of both English and Arabic or Persian languages. Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/English The Journalism studies program aims at gaining strong professional skills along with a social background in ESL, ESP being an integral part of the latter. The major provides the core of courses essential for today’s print and broadcast news-writer. The journalism curriculum also suggests a wide selection of courses that reflect the changing needs and issues within the field of contemporary journalism. Together with the experienced faculty body, the students participate actively in establishing contracts with different Mass Media Institutions and Information agencies. Professional development courses promote students’ active participation in Khazar University Press activities, "Khazar View" magazine and Radio and TV Studios. Major Requirements for Journalism/English are oriented to: Radio and TV Journalism Newspaper and Magazine Journalism Marketing and Advertising in Mass Media The students are offered a BA major program which prepares students for careers in journalism, public relations, and advertising, including newspaper reporting and editing, magazine writing, broadcast news, corporate public relations. The program is based on a broad liberal arts foundation, and the knowledge of the social and professional responsibilities of communicators. Writing a Course paper is a constant requirement for all the academic years. The students must be engaged in practice in information agencies, newspapers, journals, TV and radio companies. Bachelor of Arts in Azerbaijani Language and Literature As the name indicates, this program is based on the issues and topics related the Azerbaijani language and literature, as well as, interconnection between the two. The program envisages study of the Azerbaijani literature from the time of its emergence through the periods of its development in chronological order. In this context, life and works of individual writers and poets who lived in different periods are studied, their literary activities are explored, national and global issued they focused on are analyzed, literary influence of one writer/poet on others are determined, and their creative activities are systemized in line with the historical period they lived. Central to the coursework is the study of selected pieces of literary work by the students and discussions about these works. The students are also offered a variety of elective courses. Bachelor of Arts in Design The program is an organic combination of a broad liberal education and arts of design. There is a balance between academic studies and professional practice with an internship in corresponding offices and companies. Bachelor of Arts in International Relations With the collapse of the Communist system and emergence of newly independent states in Eastern Europe and former Soviet Union, International Relations has faced serious changes. The process of globalization is going on and New World Order is taking shape. These dynamics have increased the demand for specialists with highly advanced professional knowledge and deep theoretical understanding of international relations. Career opportunities in the field increase with the growth and diversity of international relations. The diplomatic service and other sectors of public bureaucracy related with international relations, as well as the media, private sector organizations, universities are important places of employment for those having obtained their BA degree in International Relations. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science This undergraduate program aims to provide understanding of basic political processes and institutions as these operate in different national and international contexts. The program is designed in similar way with International Relations. It also covers the changing character of the relations between citizens and governments. General objectives and career perspectives of the program are very similar to those in International Relations. School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine Biomedical Science is a broad field of applied biology as related to health and disease. The related program contains, for example, Biology and Genetics, Anatomy and Cell Biology, Microbiology and Immunology, Physiology, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, Introductory Pharmacology and Medical Physics. School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health offers programs leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine. A specific four-year program in pre-medical studies leads to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine. The Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree Program is designed for students who have finished high schools and wish to study in the field of biomedical science. Graduates with Bachelor's of Science Degree in Biomedicine may develop their career in biomedical research, pharmaceutical and drug marketing research and a wide variety of health-related endeavors, such as, disease control, food safety, equipment manufacture and sales. Some become medical technologists, physician assistants, veterinarian assistants, and laboratory or research technicians. Others pursue radiation technology and hospital administration. Many of the Biomedicine students continue their for an M.D. degree or for a Master of Science degree in Biomedicine. School of Education Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education The program in Elementary Education is based on professional knowledge and skills in classroom teaching with a diversity of teaching methods. Internships are necessary part of the program. Students teach in the Khazar University Lab School "Dunya". GRADUATE (POSTGRADUATE) DEGREE PROGRAMMES School of Architecture, Engineering and Applied Science Master of Science in Computer Science and Management The graduate program is designed to meet the demands for specialized computer scientists and engineers in industry and in higher education which also gives opportunity to qualified students from various academic disciplines for further education at an advanced level in Computer Science and Management. Graduate students may specialize in Network Programming, Computer Graphics and Multimedia Systems, and Applied Mathematics. In addition to meeting the minimum university requirements for graduate study, applicants must have an adequate undergraduate preparation in computer science and management. Students entering the program without the appropriate background will be expected to take certain undergraduate courses as a prerequisite. The MS program requires 39 graduate credits, including 6 credits for the Master's thesis. Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering and Management Graduate studies in Petroleum Engineering and Management prepares the engineer to assume responsibility in technical and management areas within the oil and gas industry. The graduate petroleum engineer can expect to be challenged quickly and in areas of strong potential for personal and professional growth. Candidates with superior skills and the desire to progress within the industry can expect to be successful. The School of Engineering and Applied Science prepare the advanced student with the technical skills required to meet those challenges. The Master's program requires 39 graduate credits above the baccalaureate degree, including 6 credits for the thesis. Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management The Master's degree program is designed for students interested in applying the principles of science to a better understanding of the environment and its control. The program is concerned with the chemical, physical and biological nature of the environment and its management. In addition to meeting the minimum university requirements for graduate study, applicants must have an adequate undergraduate preparation in environmental engineering. Students entering the program without the appropriate background will be expected to take certain undergraduate courses as a prerequisite. The MS program requires 39 graduate credits, including 6 credits for the research-oriented thesis. Master of Science in Civil Engineering and Management Civil Engineering encompasses a broad range of professional activities. MS programs provide for the combination of state of the art knowledge in applied science and technology and aim at the creation of new and original information in civil engineering disciplines. Specific attention is paid to national and regional needs. The MS program requires 39 graduate credits, including 9 credits for Management courses and 6 credits for the thesis. The course program for the Master of Science degree is determined by the advisor of the student according to the field of specialization. Master of Architecture The Master of Architecture Degree Program aims at exploring various issues of Architectural Design, both in theoretical and practical fields. Among the areas of study are housing, recreational and tourism facilities, architectural psychology, theory of design, urban design, landscape design and interior design. The Program addresses function, technology, context, principle and theory of the creation of sustainable and regionally responsive architecture. The intent is to motivate graduate students of architecture to take a leadership role as professionals in creating the future built environment. The Master of Architecture Degree Program requires 45 graduate credits, including 6 credits for the thesis. The course program is determined by the advisor of the student according to the field of specialization. Master of Science in Mathematics The main objective of the Master’s Degree Program is to train highly qualified specialists and researchers in pure and applied mathematics. Modern mathematics is not only the language of science and technology but it also contains enormous varieties of sub-branches and fascinating areas of research. Accordingly, research activities are conducted in a broad variety of areas, from the most theoretical branches to the highly computational and applied ones. The Master’s Degree Program requires 39 graduate credits, including 6 credits for the research-oriented thesis. The course program is determined by the advisor of the student according to the field of specialization. Ph.D. Degree The Ph.D. programs are designed to prepare students for advanced study and research in the major areas of engineering, computer science and applied mathematics. Students entering the Ph.D. program normally are expected to have completed the requirements for the Master's degree and to have demonstrated creative ability. Normally the MS degree is required for admission to the Ph.D. program. The candidate with a Master Degree admitted to the Ph.D. program is required to take at least 7 courses (32 to 56 credits) including a dissertation, although more credits and courses may be required to satisfy the particular aims of the student and the student's advisor. A student should complete the Major Requirements with G.P.A. 80 or above. Some Ph.D. majors allow a student to earn no more than 6 credits by teaching appropriate courses. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course-work and the qualifying examination, a student selects a dissertation topic. Candidates shall demonstrate their abilities for independent study in their dissertations performing the original research. The Ph.D. dissertation is usually worth some 10-12 credits but in some exceptional cases the number of credits for a Ph.D. dissertation may by increased. Each doctoral candidate must pass a final oral examination defense of his/her dissertation and demonstrate the wide knowledge of a major field and the role and the significance of the dissertation in relation to the field. Research fields for the Ph.D. degree are: Petroleum Engineering - Petroleum development - Natural gas development - Petroleum exploration and development, Planing and Economics Artificial Intelligence - Expert Systems - Knowledge Based Systems - Intelligent Tutorial Systems - Learning Systems and Adaptations Computer Network - Computer Networks 0 Multiprogramming Systems 0 Distributed Processing Systems Application Research - CAD/CAM Systems - Interactive Graphics Mathematics - Differential Equations - Functional Analysis - Operations Research - Mathematical Economics School of Economics and Management Master of Business Administration (MBA) The MBA program develops general management abilities and provides advanced knowledge and skills in various areas of business activities depending on concentrations and majors. Professionals with MBA degree demonstrate significant competitive advantages in all types of organizations. The qualifications gained by the program graduates are crucial to become a leader in the business community. At the highest level of business qualifications, the Khazar University MBA program offers an intensive management development path. The skills and knowledge developed in the MBA program are applicable to all forms of organization and are useful both to professional managers and to those with entrepreneurial ambitions. The Khazar University MBA program was developed in 1996 through close cooperation with Western business schools, and particular academic support from the College of Business Administration, Georgia State University, USA. Under this partnership framework, funded by The Eurasia Foundation, GSU staff and faculty members took an active part in developing and conducting MBA courses at Khazar University. In addition, to strengthen their instructional skills, almost all SEM faculty members have had in-service training and faculty development at GSU. Khazar University, Nottingham Trent University, UK and Haarlem Business School, Netherlands, are involved in "Tempus Tacis Compact Project", which considers long-lasting cooperation for academic quality development at Khazar University, and develops the university’s MBA curriculum further. The university’s strong academic and professional networks offer tremendous opportunities for intellectual exchange and practical experience within Azerbaijan and overseas. It is from this background that the Khazar University MBA program enables the faculty and students to explore business problems from a multidisciplinary perspective that emphasizes interpersonal skills and teamwork, develops leadership and entrepreneurial talents, increases global awareness and improves technological knowledge. Program outline The full-time MBA program runs over a two year period, with a variety of teaching and learning methods being used - a combination of lectures, seminars, case studies, discussions, business simulations and group activities. For assessment, the program considers a combination of formal assignments, group presentations and written examinations, together with a major project. Part-time enrollment is designed for students who cannot enroll on a full-time basis and requires completion of the degree within four years. To be eligible for the part-time enrolment students must earn in each semester at least six credits. Part-time students can opt to enroll in full-time MBA classes when available. Experienced MBA students are provided with the opportunity to use their previous employment experience and relate this to the program material. The key advantage of the program is that the class schedule accommodates students with full-time employment. Admission Graduates of higher learning institution with a Bachelors degree or equivalent, and people with professional experience are eligible to apply for the Khazar University MBA program. Master of Science in Economics The MS in Economics is designed to provide the in-depth theoretical and applied training needed to function successfully as professional economists in the corporate and business environment, and as researcher for further Ph.D. degree. The program furnishes the students with a solid background in economic theory, knowledge of analytical, qualitative and quantitative tools needed for decision making in various business settings. To complete the program a student must obtain 45 credits: 21 Core Courses and 24 Major Courses. Master of Science in Information Technology The program provides advanced knowledge and skills in the field of the information technology and business administration needed to successfully design and manage contemporary information systems. Ph.D. Degree The doctoral program of the SEM is designed to develop in the student a high level of competence in conducting business research. To accomplish these objectives, the program provides a course of study emphasizing the contemporary theoretical knowledge, quantitative techniques, and research methodology in the student’s major field. In addition, students enrolled into the doctoral degree studies receive individualized approach to meet his/her background and objectives. The doctoral program requires the student to demonstrate mastery of professional knowledge and proficiency in the techniques of research. This is evidenced by the successful completion of appropriate, robust coursework and examinations, effective performance during classroom instruction, participation with faculty members in research, presentation of papers and reports, and the writing of a dissertation. The Ph.D. dissertation is usually worth 10-12 credits but in some exceptional cases the number of credits for a Ph.D. dissertation may by increased. The candidate with a Master Degree admitted to the Ph.D. program is required to take at least an additional 7 courses (32 to 56 credits) including a dissertation although more credits and courses may be required to satisfy the particular aims of the student and the student's advisor. A student should complete the Major Requirements with G.P.A. 80 or above. Some Ph.D. majors allow a student to earn no more than 6 credits by teaching appropriate courses. Research fields for Ph.D. degree are Finance, International Business, Management and Economics. Programs of Study Programs of study include Business Foundations, Quantitative and Economic Foundations, Quantitative and Research Methods, Economics, and Major Field. A minimum of forty-eight semester hours in the area of Quantitative and Research Methods, Economics, and Major Field, excluding dissertation credit, must be completed for graduation. A maximum of 15 semester hours is allowed in transfer. No course work that has been completed more than five years prior to admission to candidacy may be used to meet any doctoral requirement. The student may be admitted to candidacy for a Ph.D. degree when she/he has completed all requirements for the degree except for the dissertation. Student admitted to the candidacy at each semester should register for dissertation semester hours. School of Law Master of Law (L.L.M) The principal characteristic of the graduate study is the pursuit of advanced knowledge through research. The goal of this program is to provide comprehensive and enlightened training for law practice, for public service at the local, state, international levels, and for legal scholarship. Students completed undergraduate combined programs can obtain the L.L.M Degree after two-year study on the graduate level. The L.L.M Degree students must take a certain number of required courses and electives. For the L.L.M Degree the students must fulfill the Written Work Requirement by writing a thesis under the individual supervision of a faculty member or in connection with a Law department seminar. The core set of courses provides the fundamentals of the field of while variety of elective courses permits students to develop a program that will meet their personal needs and special career interests. The Master of Law program provides in-depth studies of the following main areas of Law: Civil Law Studies, Criminal Law Studies, Human Rights, Advocacy, Commercial Law, Taxation, International Law. Master of International Law The program is designed for highly qualified legal practitioners and scholars from both Azerbaijan and abroad who seek to increase their understanding of the transnational legal environment. This includes matters of international trade and investment, international human rights, international environmental law etc. This program provides tremendous career opportunities in Azerbaijan and internationally. Ph.D. Degree The Ph.D. programs in Legal Studies, International Law, International Relations and Political Science are the highly specialized ones. The aim of these programs is to develop the candidate's skills in the appropriate fields and to increase his/her capacity to make research that will contribute to the existing theory and knowledge. For general information see "Thesis and Dissertations. General Guidelines for Graduate Studies". All requirements for the Ph.D. must be met approximately in three years. During the first year, student must choose an advisor according to his/her and faculty research interests. The Ph.D. Student's outline is prepared according to his/her educational background and characteristic features of the dissertation and must be approved by the Dissertation Committee consisting of Ph.D. Candidate's adviser, and four experts. Two of the latter must be external experts. Ph.D. candidates are required to present a dissertation of approximately 300 pages of research, analysis and collaborating data. The Ph.D. dissertation is usually worth some 10-12 credits but in some exceptional cases the number of credits for a Ph.D. dissertation may be increased. The candidate with a Master Degree admitted to the Ph.D. program is required to take at least 7 additional courses (32 to 56 credits) including a dissertation although more credits and courses may be required to satisfy the particular aims of the student and the student's advisor. A student should complete the Major Requirements with a G.P.A. of 80 or above. Some Ph.D. majors allow a student to earn no more than 6 credits by teaching appropriate courses. Students defend their dissertation at a final oral examination that is open to the public. School of Humanities and Social Sciences Master of Arts in Teaching (TESL) The MA programs in TESL, Linguistics and Translation Studies are 1,5 - 2-year programs designed to improve teachers' performance in the ESL classroom, to investigate some particular aspects of teaching and learning English as a second language. The course of graduate study includes both the practical and theoretical elements in all three fields of study. The practical element of the course consists of: • observing classes • planning lessons • classroom teaching The students should become familiar with current theories regarding the nature of the language, as well as the ways of language acquisition. They are also expected to be able to relate the theoretical guidelines to practical procedures. Master of Arts in Linguistics Master of Arts in Translation Studies Master of Art in International Relations The curriculum of the MA degree program in International Relations is designed to provide students with a broad analytical background in the major fields of international affairs, combined with the specific focus gained through either a functional or regional concentration. The purpose of the required curricula is to ensure that every student in the program receives basic, broad-based, interdisciplinary training in international affairs. This includes graduate level course-work in international politics, and historical, political, and social process. The small number of students admitted each year allows the program to be tailored to individual needs and encourages close student faculty contact. The program intends to provide a solid academic background for students planning careers related to development, whether in government, private volunteer agencies or business related sectors. Master of Art in Political Science The MA Program in Political Science is similar to that in International Relations. The program of study is usually completed in four terms of full-time study with 58 credits and a GPA not less than 75. Ph.D. Degree All applications for admission to the program must be approved by the Committee of Graduate Studies. There are several criteria for admission, none of which will be arbitrarily disregarded, and the best applicants will meet or exceed all of these criteria. However, the Admissions Committee will consider the individual aspects of each application. The Ph.D. program is developed for students with strong academic skills and research interests. An individual program of study is designed for each Ph.D. student, considering his/her particular academic needs and research interests. The candidate with a Master Degree admitted to the Ph.D. program is required to take at least 7 additional courses (32 to 56 credits) including a dissertation although more credits and courses may be required to satisfy particular aims of the student and the student's advisor. A student should complete the Major Requirements with a G.P.A. of 80 or above. Some Ph.D. majors allow a student to earn no more than 6 credits by teaching appropriate courses. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course-work and the qualifying examination, students select a dissertation topic. Candidates must demonstrate their ability of independent study in their dissertations performing the original research, and must present themselves at the final oral examination, in which they must defend their dissertations as estimable contributions to the knowledge in their fields and demonstrate mastery in their areas of specialization as related to the dissertation. They must take the final oral examination (defense of the dissertation) within five years after passing the written examination. Any exception to this rule must be approved by the Dissertation Committee and the Dean of the School, and may involve repetition of the final examination. School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health Master of Science in Biomedicine The Master of Science in Biomedicine Degree is awarded to students who complete the four year biomedical curriculum and one-year of professional study in Biomedicine. Thus, a specific five-year program in biomedical studies leading to Master of Science Degree (MSc) is divided into two parts: four- year Bachelor program (130 credits) and one-year professional Biomedical Studies (extra 35 credits, thus 167 credits in total). Master of Public Health Administration Today, public health is the umbrella over many issues, including some that seem unrelated to healthcare but that ultimately influence every aspect of life. The growing threats from our environment, the resurgence of infectious diseases, HIV and AIDS problems, increased violence, an aging population and the escalating costs of healthcare – all are immediate concerns for public health officials. The mission of Public Health Administration program is to prepare individuals for leadership positions in administration, information and analysis in public health, managed care or other organizations, which focus on the health of the population. Doctor of Medicine (MD) Doctor of Medicine degree is a six-year program divided into two parts. The first part is the four year program leading to BSc in Biomedicine and this is followed by a two year program of professional medical studies enabling the student to carry out research and gain practical clinical experience. Thus, MD Degree requires taking 68 credits of courses in professional medical studies beyond 132 credits of Bachelor degree courses. Accordingly, high school graduates admitted to the program must earn a total of 200 credits in order to obtain MD degree. Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) School of Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health (SMDPH) offers a program leading programs leading to the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery. The time required to obtain the Dentist’s Diploma is 5 years. In the first two years of the curriculum (pre-clinical education), students receive instruction in the biomedical sciences, during which they are provided with basic knowledge of general and oral human anatomy, physiology, histology and cell biology, and biochemical basis of general and oral health and diseases. Basic courses in chemistry, physics and computers are also included. During the third year, an introductory courses on internal and oral diseases, general and oral surgery, pharmacology, psychiatry, and radiology are taught as well. The remaining 2 years are devoted to clinical studies. Students focus on Dental Diseases and Dental Care, and attend practicum in various affiliated hospitals and clinics in rotation. Khazar University is a private educational institution for undergraduate, graduate and professional studies promoting advanced study and research. Khazar is the first private University in Azerbaijan and one of the first in the countries of the former Soviet Union. Khazar is the first in Azerbaijan to apply a flexible credit system. Khazar is the first university in Azerbaijan where the main language of instruction is English. Khazar is the first University in Azerbaijan composed of multiple independent schools united by the same academic policy and principles, which offer a really wide scope of diverse majors. Khazar is the University many professors of which has got recognition and leadership in their professional fields and was awarded the national and international prizes and grants. Khazar is a research oriented university. Graduate studies, including Professional, Ph.D. and Master programs, and the most extensive MBA program in Azerbaijan, have an important place in the University's education profile. |
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