The graduate programs at the Erickson School of Aging Studies provide integrated, interdisciplinary professional training for leaders in the growing longevity economy. Graduates will meet a growing workforce need for leaders with professional education to serve in management positions in public, private and non-profit/advocacy organizations providing services to older adults.

The Erickson School of Aging Studies' goal is to prepare graduates to apply this integrated perspective in leadership positions in a broad array of aging services organizations from government agencies/organizations and advocacy/non-profit groups to a variety of positions in the for-profit business arena.

CURRICULUM 

The program requires 36 credits. New electives are always being added.
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CORE (30 credits)

AGNG 600: Social and Economic Context of Aging (OL)*
AGNG 604: Policy Foundations of Aging Services (OL)*
AGNG 610: Leadership, Management and Organizations I
AGNG 611: Leadership, Management and Organizations II (OL)*
AGNG 612: Finance and Accounting (OL)*
AGNG 624: Strategy, Marketing, and Service Delivery in Aging Services
AGNG 625: Research and Presenting Information (H)
AGNG 632: Diversity in Management of Aging Services (OL)
AGNG 638: Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Design I
AGNG 639: Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Design II
AGNG 662: Correlation and Review – Capstone (H)
ELECTIVES (choose 6 credits)

AGNG 620: An Overview of Dementia & Dementia Care Services (OL)
AGNG 621: Policy Foundations in Dementia Care Services (OL)
AGNG 630: Fundamentals of Seniors’ Housing & Care (H)
AGNG 640: Design, Think, Technology, Environmental Design (OL)
AGNG 643: Laws, Ethics, Longevity
AGNG 645: Mental Wellness in Aging (OL)
AGNG 698: Special Topics in Aging Services (OL)

CAREER GROWTH, OPPORTUNITY, AND INNOVATION – MANAGEMENT OF AGING SERVICES • Built to prepare students for an increasingly diverse aging experience • The Longevity Economy will generate jobs, opportunity, and innovation • Both full-time, 16-month fast track program and part time options, allow flexibility for working professionals • Curriculum that combines business, public policy, and aging studies

WHEN YOU CHOOSE THIS GRADUATE PROGRAM, YOU CAN COUNT ON: • A hybrid learning experience combining online and classroom instruction • Faculty and student body with real world experience and perspectives cultivating meaningful long-term networks and career connections • Capstone project combining critical thinking, creative problem solving, and enhanced communication skills • Joining the mission of The Erickson School to enhance the lives of older adults.

• The curriculum integrates business management, public policy, and human aging
• Student-focused innovative professors established in the field of aging services
• Full or part-time options
• Experienced online instructors offering all distance learning due to COVID-19

Program Admission Requirements:

General admission requirements are those of the UMBC Graduate School. The GRE or GMAT is not required. The admission process places emphasis on assessing the combination of academic and professional achievements and experience. Three letters of recommendation, a professional resume, and a personal statement of interest are required (For more specific details - visit www.erickson.umbc.edu). Applications will be reviewed by a committee of faculty appointed in the Erickson School, with possible interviews prior to recommendation to the Graduate School for final admission decision.

Tuition fee-16 months-$35,000