Business Administration - John F. Kennedy University

Foreword
JohN F. KENNEDy UNivERsity (JFKU) was founded in 1964 as one of the first
universities in the United states dedicated solely to adult education. More than
25,000 adults have attended classes at the University, and over 13,000 women and
men hold JFK University degrees. During the University’s early years, typical students
were working adults who had completed two years of college, experienced an interruption
in their formal education (often to raise a family), and wanted to return to college to
complete their degree. By offering graduate and upper-level undergraduate programs, the
University helped create educational opportunities for adult students.
students come to John F. Kennedy University from unusually rich and diverse backgrounds
with a wide array of academic, professional, cultural, and artistic experiences. since 1964,
the University has grown steadily, expanding programs and services to meet the full range of
adult and traditional student needs. JFKU programs enable graduates to master theoretical
knowledge, gain a sense of personal power, and acquire skills to perform effectively in
their chosen field. Through a broad range of career-oriented programs, the University
encourages intellectual inquiry, breadth of vision and spirit, and active contribution to
the community. as scholar-practitioners, the faculty collaborate with students in an
environment that values individual and cultural differences while striving to forge bonds
of common understanding for an independent world.
in april 2009, John F. Kennedy University joined the National University system as an
affiliate member. This affiliation enables the University to build capacity with system
resources, while maintaining independent academic programs and services.
today, the University’s three colleges enroll over 1,600 students in degree and certificate
programs in the fields of education, museum studies, liberal arts, management, psychology,
holistic studies, and law. Eighty percent of students are enrolled in graduate programs.
Accreditation and Recognition
John F. Kennedy University is accredited by the Western association of schools and
Colleges (WasC). accreditation entitles the University to participate in federal student
financial aid programs. The University is approved for veterans’ training.
students and graduates of the University are accepted by other colleges and universities
upon transfer. in addition, many businesses, government agencies, industries, and
other employers recognize the value of advanced study at the University and approve
reimbursement to their employees for all or a portion of their tuition costs.
interested parties may contact WasC at:
Western association of schools and Colleges
accrediting Commission for senior Colleges and Universities
985 atlantic avenue, suite 100
alameda, Ca 94501
Phone: (510) 748-9001
Fax: (510) 748-9797
e-Mail: wascsr@wascsenior.org
internet: http://www.wascweb.org
The College of law is accredited by the Committee of Bar Examiners of the state Bar of
California.
The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program is accredited by the american Psychological
association (aPa).
The Ba in legal studies and the Paralegal Certificate programs are approved by the
american Bar association.
John F. Kennedy University
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