Directed Study

School of Management Policy

A directed study is a coherent, well-defined, substantive reading and research project supervised by a faculty member. It usually results in a substantial written document. Directed study is not credit for work experience but is an opportunity to explore, in detail, a carefully defined area of special interest. Directed study also gives students a chance to work under the close supervision of a faculty member. A directed study should be approved no later than the last day of the add period. It counts as an SMG elective and is designated as a 2- or 4-credit course. Directed study courses involve registered credits, and therefore potentially incur additional tuition charges. Students are limited to two directed studies during their undergraduate program.

For applications and further information, inquire at the School’s Undergraduate Program Office.