Loyola University Maryland

The Office of Academic Affairs

Graduate Learning Goals

The Goals are intended to provide a framework within which different graduate programs will develop discipline-specific goals. These goals embrace the core values and principles inherent in the mission of the College.  

Graduates of Loyola College's Graduate Programs should:

Master Knowledge and Skills:

1. Master the skills, methods and knowledge appropriate to the discipline.

2. Synthesize knowledge using interdisciplinary approaches.

3. Acquire the tools to continue professional development and life-long learning.

Think Critically:

4. Access, analyze and evaluate information effectively.

5. Disseminate and communicate information effectively.

Manifest Leadership and Social Responsibility in the Workplace and Community:

6. Understand and value individual differences and have the skills for working effectively in a diverse and changing world.

7. Comprehend the ethical principles appropriate to the discipline, have the ability to identify ethical dilemmas, and understand the frameworks for selecting and defending a right course of action.

8. Contribute professionally and personally to the broader community.

9. Consider issues of justice in making decisions.

A copy of this document in PDF format suitable for printing is available.

Adopted by the Academic Senate on December 10, 2002.