Accredited Day 1 CPT University

National Louis University

National Louis University (NLU) is located at the heart of Chicago, IL, and it has over 130 years of history. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Association of Colleges. NLU provides 3 Day 1 CPT programs, including MSBDA, MSOL and DBA.

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Location

Chicago, IL
Tampa, FL

School Type

Private Non-Profit

On-Site Frequency

1/Semester

Annual Tuition

$11,850 - $14,500

Program Duration

Master's: 1-2 years
Doctoral: 3-4 years

Day 1 CPT Programs

DBA
MSOL
MSBDA [STEM]

CPT Policies at NLU

CPT is an integral part of the program. MSOL, MSBDA and DBA at NLU supports day 1 CPT. Your internship has to be relevant to what you’ve learned in the class.

Requires 30 semester hours for completion
Requires to maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher
Students who earn a grade below a “C” in any course must retake the course. It is recommended that the course be retaken the next time it is available to remove the continued negative impact on the student’s GPA.

submit CPT application materials (Offer Letter, contractual agreements signed by employers, etc.) to the school DSO.
After your DSO approved your application, you will receive a CPT i-20. on which CPT start and end time will be listed.
no extra charge is needed for applying for CPT
Remember to renew your CPT approval when required.

Day 1 CPT Programs - MSBDA (STEM)

The MS Business Data Analytics program is a 15-month, 5-quarter, 30-credit, STEM-designated, full-time hybrid program. Each quarter you will take two 3-credit courses (one course is fully online and the other includes a face-to-face, on-campus weekend session once per quarter. You will take one class at a time)—total 30 credits; 6 credits per quarter; 4 quarters per year.

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Business Data Analytics program, students will be able to:

PLO 1 Articulate the value of business data analytics in informed decision-making to achieve organizational goals.

PLO 2 Apply ethical business data analytics practices in operational and managerial decision-making.

PLO 3 Assess analytic strategies for data-informed decision-making across varied business contexts to build data literacy skills.

PLO 4 Apply analytical methodologies to gather insights via data access, production transparency, and analytical transparency to inform decision-making.

PLO 5 Apply quantitative reasoning using descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics, forecasting, and statistical methods to identify organizational opportunities or solve problems.

PLO 6 Communicate actionable insights to inform stakeholder decision-making via a compelling narrative.

PLO 7 Produce solutions or strategies using accepted analytics practices and relevant tools to improve organizational performance.

Foundational Courses

BDA 500 Introduction to Business Data Analytics 3

BDA 502 Statistics for Business Data Analytics 3

RES 510 Critical Thinking and Research Skills 3

Capstone Course

BDA 550 Business Analytics Capstone 3

Core Courses

BDA 505 Security and Ethics for Business Data Analytics 3

BDA 506 Big Data Management and Databases 3

BDA 507 Data-Driven Decisions and Strategy 3

BDA 508 Predictive Analytics and Forecasting 3

BDA 509 Data Visualization and Communication in Business Analytics 3

BDA 510 Emerging Topics in Business Data Analytics 3

Day 1 CPT Program - DBA (Tampa Only)

National Louis University (NLU) provides an opportunity for international students to enroll in a Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) program. This program caters to international business and academic professionals who wish to enhance their master's-level competencies, skills, and knowledge. Throughout the program, you'll develop your leadership, strategic thinking, decision-making, and research skills to become a leader in your field. A required business practicum will enable you to apply what you learn in the classroom to a real-world scenario and establish a professional network with business experts and peers from around the world.
The DBA program is designed with a blended format that combines online coursework with one on-campus immersion per term at the university's Tampa, FL campus, making it convenient for international students to earn their DBA from any part of the world. Students can also choose to add a management concentration to their degree.
To be eligible for the DBA program, applicants must have completed a master's degree in business administration or a business-related field. The program can be completed in four years by full-time students. It is recommended that interested applicants review the DBA program's admissions criteria before applying.
The program emphasizes applying what you learn in the classroom to a real-world scenario. Therefore, it supports day 1 CPT. You will be authorized to participate in either a part-time or full-time internship from the beginning of the program, as long as you complain with all SEVIS regulations.
The DBA program is a 60-semester-hour program with research and capstone coursework. Each semester you will take two 3-credit courses (one course is fully-online and the other includes a face-to-face, on-campus weekend session component). You will take one course at a time. Total 60 credits + dissertation; 6 credits per semester; 3 semesters per year.

Day 1 CPT Program - MS Organizational Leadership (Tampa Only)

At the College of Professional Studies and Advancement at National Louis University (NLU), we are determined that our students earn more than just a degree. We prepare students to make a difference in their workplace, organizations, and our communities. For more than 30 years, Florida residents have been achieving their goals through NLU Florida’s high-quality, innovative degree programs in advanced education.

BUS503 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior
BUS506 - Ethics in the Workplace
BUS576 - Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Innovation
LAP526 - Psychology of Organizational Leadership
LAP589 - Capstone in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
OBD550 - Culture of Learning Organizations
OBD533 - Organizational Effectiveness and Development
OBD551 - Diversity and Inclusion in the Organizational Culture
PPA503 - Leadership of Public/Nonprofit Organizations
RES510 - Critical Thinking and Research Skills

CPT is an integral part of the program. MSOL at NLU supports day 1 CPT.
CPT is authorized for the duration of the 2-year program
Your internship has to be relevant to what you’ve learned in the class.

submit CPT application materials (Offer Letter, contractual agreements signed by employers, etc.) to the school DSO.
After your DSO approved your application, you will receive a CPT i-20. on which CPT start and end time will be listed.
no extra charge is needed for applying for CPT
Remember to renew your CPT approval when required.

Academic Calendar

Program	Terms	Semester Start Date	Application Deadline	CPT Start Date
MSBDA/MSOL	Summer1	07/01/2024	06/16/2024	07/01/2024
	Fall1	09/23/2024	09/08/2024	09/23/2024
	Spring1	01/13/2025	12/29/2024	01/13/2025
DBA (Tempa only)	Summer1	05/06/2024	04/21/2024	05/06/2024
	Fall1	08/26/2024	08/11/2024	08/26/2024
	Spring1	01/13/2025	12/29/2024	01/13/2025
	Summer1	05/12/2025	04/28/2025	05/12/2025

Application

Step 1: Contact us & Create an Account

Create an account on NLU's Online Profile

Step 2: Upload the Following Materials

Application Form: Request your personalized DocuSign application form using the button above

Goal Statement: Upload a maximum 2-page goal statement with a self-appraisal of qualifications for the program

Professional Resume: Upload a professional resume showing your work experience. At least 3 years of full-time managerial or professional experience is required

Degree Certificates and Transcripts: Upload all university transcripts even if a degree was not earned. Transcripts from a US university where a degree was earned must show the degree conferral date or graduation date. For admission, a Master's degree in business or a business-related discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. If a degree has not been earned from a US institution, then foreign transcripts must be evaluated by ECE, WES, Educational Perspectives or any NACES-certified transcript evaluation company. Students must request a course-by-course GPA evaluation for US equivalence.

Two Current Letters of Recommendation: Upload two current letters of recommendation from professional and/or academic sources. Letters from family members will not be accepted. Letters must be dated and signed.

Proof of English Proficiency

Upload official test results. TOEFL score of 80 IBT; IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band scores below 6.0; Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 54; Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 105. Proof of English proficiency is not required if you have studied or worked in the USA

Passport

Upload photo and address page of passport. Students already in the US must also upload a copy of their visa, current I-20, and most recent I-94 document.

Financial Support

Upload a bank statement showing $22,000 in financial support. Alternate documents include loans, credit card statements showing available credit, or sponsor bank statements with a signed/dated sponsorship letter. Additional amounts will need to be shown for dependents (spouse $5,000, children $3,000).

Step 3: Interview

Completion of an interview with a member of the program Admissions Committee

Step 4: Receive the Offer Letter

Application Deadline

The application deadline is 2 weeks before the program start date if you are already in the US with a valid visa. Otherwise, the application deadline is 8 weeks before the program start date. The university reserves the right to stop accepting applications at any time should classes reach capacity.

FAQs of Day 1 CPT Universities - NLU

Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA)
MS Business Data Analytics Program (MSBDA)
MS Organization Leadership

MS Quarter cost: $4740 (5 total quarters). The tuition is the same every quarter and must be paid in full by the start of each quarter. The total program cost is $23,700.
The DBA program has a set tuition structure of $4,992 per semester, which includes CPT fees. Typically, the DBA program takes 10 semesters to complete, with a total program cost of $49,920.

If you are in the US with a valid I-20, kindly apply two weeks ahead. Otherwise, please make sure to prepare for at least eight weeks.

*Don't worry if you miss the application deadline! Simply contact us.

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