FACILITY MANAGEMENT THESIS

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The thesis is intended for students who contemplate further study or college level teaching, or otherwise desire to produce a more focused product than can be completed in the capstone course. The thesis is undertaken individually by the student in collaboration with the graduate program director and a faculty advisor, and may be research- or project-based. Students conducting a research-based thesis will define the research question, devise and implement appropriate research methods, gather and analyze data, and report on the research and conclusions. The research thesis reflects the student's knowledge in the field and understanding of prior and current work in areas related to the thesis topic. A project-based thesis includes problem definition, conceptualization of alternative solutions, analysis, selection of best alternative, synthesis, execution, test and evaluation, and documentation. It will integrate all of the skill areas encompassed by the program. Where possible, the thesis will be associated with the student's career path, and contribute value to the student's employer. (6 credits)