The MS Thesis is a scholarly research study of Finance topics, preferably related to Financial and/or Operational Risk Management, that is grounded in relevant theories and which uses advanced quantitative/qualitative data analysis techniques. Based on a research proposal approved by the Thesis Committee, the MS Thesis culminates in a report of a DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING in the theory and practice of social science research as applied to Finance and Financial Risk Management problems. It covers the following three interrelated areas: (1) research design and data collection, (2) assumptions for discipline-based multivariate data analysis, and (3) contemporary finance theory, thus providing the relevant training allowing students to write robust research proposals and conduct research at the forefront of the disciplines of Finance and other related subjects. minimum of 15,000 words. Graduating students should satisfactorily defend the research design and findings before a grade is assigned. Although not a requirement for graduation, students are expected to submit their work for publication in refereed conference proceedings and/or esteemed journals. Prerequisites: FRM 665, FRM 680. MANAGEMENT BBA DEGREE ENTREPRENEURSHIP EMPHASIS MARKETING DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MBA DEGREE MS BS D E G R E E INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS STRATEGY DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING Professor: Haddad, Dorine Associate Professors: Harb, Atef; Sleilati, Esther. Assistant Professors: Azouri, Marwan; Chaanine, Johnny; Eid, Marguerite; El Zein Ahmad; Harb, Yara; Hilal, Nisreen; Jibai, Bilal; Kassis, Rosita; Kozaily, Diala; Trad, Mony. THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) MANAGEMENT The BBA Management option is designed to provide students with an understanding of the processes and structures of organizations to enable them to be more effective managers. The courses taken in addition to the required common courses provide the students with proficiency in management skills and decision-making. The program prepares candidates for managerial responsibilities in both the private and public sectors. Mission Consistent with the Faculty mission, the Bachelor degree of Business Administration in all of its related tracks adopts an inter-disciplinary perspective to prepare students