- Keywords: Competency, Exam, Master’s
- Policy Number: KC-ACA-3774
- Originally Issued: Prior to 2010
- Revised: Spring 2019
- Effective Catalog Cycle: AY 19-20
- Approved by: Graduate Council, SGS Dean, Provost
- Executive Sponsor: Provost
- Responsible Office: Academic Program, Registration and Records
Policy Statement
The final master’s competency examination, if required, will be written, oral, or both at the discretion of the program or academic unit, and will be passed no later than three weeks prior to the anticipated date of graduation. The student’s supervisory committee chair will report the results of the final competency examination in writing to the candidate, the School of Graduate Studies, and file a copy with Registrar.
Reason for Policy
This policy was developed to support student academic success and to provide consistent, quality delivery of academic programs and services.
Who Should Read this Policy?
All faculty; Academic advisors; Registrar’s office personnel. All master’s students.
Instructions, Procedures and Related Information
Contacts
UMKC School of Graduate Studies: https://sgs.umkc.edu/
UMKC Registrar’s Office: Website: http://www.umkc.edu/registrar/default.asp
Physical Location: 115 Administrative Center, 5115 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64110
Mailing Address: 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499;
Phone: 816-235-1125; Fax: 816-235-5513; Email: registrar@umkc.edu
UMKC Office of the Provost: http://www.umkc.edu/provost/
