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UMass Boston College of Management Program for Academic Success Strategies

December 22, 2016
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Weekly Word to the Wise: End of the Semester Items

Hi everyone,

Congratulations on finishing your Fall Semester! Before you leave campus for the Winter Break, here are a few reminders!

  • Take care of any unfinished business with your advisor
  • Double check to make sure all your paperwork is in for your financial aid
  • Return your textbooks
  • Clean out your locker
  • Organize  your fall school work in your house. You may need to refer back to it in the next semester!

Enjoy your break, you deserve it! Happy Holidays!

As always, email us with any questions/concerns: CM.Pass@umb.edu

December 20, 2016
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Tuesdays Tip of the Week: End of the Semester Well Wishes!

You’ve worked hard all semester, now show your professors what you know!  The CM MASTers and the CM Pass Program wish you the best of luck on your final exams!  Enjoy your Winter break, and we look forward to sharing more tips with you in the Spring!

Happy End of the Semester! Good luck on your final exams.  

If you have any end of semester questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at CM.Pass@umb.edu.

December 15, 2016
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Weekly Word to the Wise: Time Management

Hi everyone,

Below are some useful time management tips! During the most stressful times of the semester, it is always important to manage your time wisely!

  • Get and use a calendar. Whether this be a paper planner or you use your calendar on your phone, make sure you have a place to write down all of your final exams and big due dates!
  • Write down everything in one place. It’s important to have all of your important information written down in one, easily accessible place.
  • Schedule some time for relaxation. As silly as it sounds, it’s important to make sure you plan out some “me” time. Whether this be planning out a TV show you want to watch every week or gym times, it’s important to have set aside time for YOU!

For more tips, check back every Thursday!

As always, email us with any questions/concerns: CM.Pass@umb.edu

 

December 13, 2016
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Tuesdays Tip of the Week: Preparation for Finals

As holidays are approaching, finals are quickly arriving! It is vital to prepare ahead of time, give yourself breaks, and make studying fun.  Here is an article from Top Universities online which gives 10 great study tips to help you do well on your exam, while remaining calm and confident.

Here is the link to the article:

http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/health-and-support/exam-preparation-ten-study-tips

If you are looking for additional help with study habits and exam preparation, schedule a time to meet with one of the MASTers (Master Academic Success Techniques).  We offer great advice, and work one-on-one catering to your specific academic needs!

To schedule a time to meet with a MASTer, or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us at cm.pass@umb.edu.

We wish you the best of luck with preparing for finals!  

December 8, 2016
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Weekly Word to the Wise: Calculating Your GPA

Here is how to calculate your GPA:

Each letter grade has a grade point equivalent. List your grades in a column, then each grade point equivalent next to the letter grade. Multiply each grade point equivalent by the number of credits for each class. Total all products and divide by the total number of credits. The answer will be your grade point average for that semester.

Grade Point Average
GRADE GRADE POINT EQUIVALENT CREDITS QUALITY POINT
A 4.00 3 12.00
A- 3.70 3 11.10
B+ 3.30 3 9.90
B 3.00 2 6.00
B- 2.70 3 8.10
C+ 2.30 3 6.90
C 2.00 1 2.00
C- 1.70 2 3.40
D+ 1.30 3 3.90
D 1.00 4 4.00
D- .70 3 2.10
F or IF .00 3 .00
*TOTAL *33 *69.40

*Example: Divide total quality points (69.40) by total number of registered credits (33) = 2.103 (grade point average) — excluding W’s, INC’s, NA and P’s. Also see course repeat policy.

Information Provider by: http://www.umb.edu/registrar/grades_transcripts/grading_system

As always, email us with any questions/concerns: CM.Pass@umb.edu

December 6, 2016
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Tuesdays Tip of the Week: Preparing for Final Exams (Meet with Professors)

Now is the time to meet with your professors and ask questions about your final exam format, content, etc.  Most professors talk about these things in the last few classes, so be sure to attend class!  Additionally, if any of your questions regarding the final exam were not addressed, be sure to follow-up with your professor.

Important: If you have not viewed your final exam schedule, go to your WISER account and access your final exam schedule.  It is essential that you are aware of the dates/times of your final exams ahead of time.

With any specific questions, feel free to email us at CM.Pass@umb.edu

December 1, 2016
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Weekly Word for the Wise: Attendance!

Attendance. It is easy to attend, but sometimes things get in the way. First it’s a doctor’s appointment, then your car break down, then you get the flu..
All of these absences add up! Make sure to double check the attendance policy in the class.

Get back on track and don’t miss class!

For more tips, check back every Thursday morning!

As always, email us with any questions/concerns: CM.Pass@umb.edu

November 29, 2016
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Tuesdays Tip of the Week: What’s Your Plan for Final Exams?

As the semester begins to wrap up, make sure you are adapting a plan for final exams!  It is essential that you not only know when/where your final exams will be, but also to adapt a studying strategy for final exams.  Be sure to adapt a study schedule for yourself to plan out when you will be studying for which exams.  By doing so, you will avoid not having enough time to dedicate to each course.

If you need help adapting your individual study strategy, talk with a CM MASTer!

Email us at CM.Pass@umb.edu if you would like help in adapting your study strategy for final exams!

November 22, 2016
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Tuesdays Tip of the Week: Final Exam Schedule in WISER

With final exams quickly approaching, be sure to check your final exam schedule in WISER as soon as possible!  The dates/meeting times of your final exams vary from your normal class schedule.  Avoid scheduling any vacations or trips home until after your final exams.

Important: The Pass/Fail or Withdrawal deadline is November 23rd.

With specific questions, email us at CM.Pass@umb.edu.

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