Technology

Uncomfortable with computers? Lost on the Internet?

Don't worry. We offer Computer Boot Camp just prior to the start of the first Residential Period (RP) to help you acquire or reinforce your basic computer skills. PEMBA's first RP is filled with learning opportunities covering each of the necessary technical skills. Simultaneously, your laptop computer will be set up and tested by the Physician Executive MBA's technical team. You will finish RP1 confident in your command of the Internet and computing.

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE

Recognizing physicians' unique scheduling demands UT's PEMBA program rewrites the traditional delivery model for executive degree programs. Physician Executive MBA's one-year program delivered via four separate one-week long RPs in Knoxville Tennessee with the remaining coursework between RPs delivered by the Internet directly to your laptop computer.

Weekly assignments between RPs are made through the Internet's World Wide Web. We call it "Webworks". Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Webworks allows you to study when and where you wish with access to:

* Hyperlinked multimedia pages
* Topical discussion groups
* Downloadable spreadsheets and word processing documents
* Browser-integrated email allowing hyperlinks and attachments within your message to instructors and class members alike.

LEARN AT HOME OR OFFICE

Saturday morning Internet Cyberclasses by audio and shared computer screens put you on-line with your faculty and classmates nationwide offering convenience unmatched in any other degree program. And the great benefit to this learning experience is that you are still near your home and business.

PEMBA'S CYBERCLASS IS REAL-TIME INTERNET-BASED INTERACTIVE MEDIA, FEATURING:

• Audio-over-the-internet for phone conference call-like interaction
• Synchronized web browsers for interactive use of World Wide Web as on-line
• Shared electronic whiteboard allowing real time group collaboration
• Synchronized playback of PowerPoint presentations allowing high quality multimedia
• Anonymous on-line pop quizzes allowing instructors to adjust content pacing
• Missed a class? Use PEMBA’s VCR-like audio/video playback of that last Cyberclass over the Internet

See an example of a Cyberclass screen

 

About the Laptop

You need a modern, powerful notebook computer to successfully complete the program. You also need one that is trouble-free. We've also learned from 10 years of experience that when our students need technical support, we are best able to provide support of a standardized configuration. We've also learned that those few non-standard machines that have been used during the program account for about 75% of our support problems and time spent. Thus, reducing our ability to provide prompt support for students who invest in the standardized notebook configuration package. For this reason, each student enrolling in the program must purchase and use the program's standardized notebook.

Required Class of 2008 Notebook Computer Bundle

Wouldn't it be nice to simply use your computer without having to worry or triage nagging computer troubles? The Class of 2008 will enjoy this benefit since this year's notebook bundle includes a MacBook. The bundle comes fully configured and equipped. All you have to do is place your order when our online ordering system opens. We expect it to open August 1. New to Mac? Click here to learn why you'll love a Mac.

Sneak preview of the bundle....

The following provides a sampling of the major features and benefits of the Class of 2008's notebook package. Best of all, this bundle is academically priced and comes to you fully setup and ready to go.

Models and Features:	Apple MacBook 13-inch White: 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo, 2GB memory, 120GB, Double-layer SuperDrive (DVD-RW/CDRW), Apple Remote, Bluetooth, Built-in iSight Camera, MagSafe Power Adapter, 1.08" thin design, 5.1 pounds (2.31kg), AirPort Extreme Wireless, GB Ethernet, FireWire [full technical specification]
Accessories	Logitech Bluetooth Mouse, Numberic Keypad, Logitech USB headset, 2GB Kingston DataTraveler USB Flashdrive, Case Logic CD Wallet, Belkin 4-Port USB2 Mini Hub with AC adapter, LaCie USB2 Mobile Drive, Notebook Carrying Case
Extended Manufacturer Support and Warranty	AppleCare Protection Plan 3-year Plan
Accidental Damage Coverage	Safeware Insurance Portable Electronics Policy 1-year Plan
Software	Apple Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger (includes OS X Leopard Upgrade, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat AV, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Xcode Developer Tools) iLife ’06 (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie HD, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand), Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, iWork (30-day trial), Big Bang Board Games, Comic Life, OmniOutliner, and Apple Hardware Test Front Row Apple Remote Desktop Office, Productivity and Analytical Tools Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 Office 2004:Mac Visio Pro 2007 MapPoint 2006 SPSS AnswerTree (Windows) AnalystSoft StatPlus Statistical Software Add-in for Excel QI Macros Select Utilities Parallels Desktop for Mac Mcafee Site Advisor Antivirus for OS X and Windows Ewido Spybot Search and Destroy Adaware Eusing Registry Cleaner Easy Cleaner CCleaner Comodo Personal Firewall Microsoft Update Apple Software Update Players Imagine That! Extend Player Telestream Flip4Mac Player Adobe Reader (OS X and Windows) Flash Player Shockwave Player Collaborative and Groupware Saba Centra Symposium and eMeeting Training Tools Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing Video Training Corporation's Office 2004 for Mac Browsers Firefox (OS X and Windows) Safari (OS X) Internet Explorer 7 (Windows)

 

 

 

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The University of Tennessee
Physician Executive MBA
608 Stokely Management Center
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: (865) 974-1772
Fax: (865) 974-0929
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