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Presently, Newbury offers students an introductory course in English composition (EN104), which is a prerequisite to an advanced course in English composition (EN105). These courses are meant provide a foundation base for reading, writing and critical thinking skills across the curriculum for all four years of study. Unfortunately, however, many of our students continue to struggle with these skills moving forward into their college careers. In order to fully address the needs of Newbury's students, the College will reformulate the EN104 and EN105 curriculum using a competency-based model. Over a three year span, English faculty will re-work these courses using the Math Mastery Program as a guide. In this time, they will implement these changes and test the effectiveness of these changes. At the completion of these three years, the faculty will develop a written summary and analysis of the program and its effects on the educational outcomes of our students.

The School of Arts, Science & Design offers a broad selection of courses which provides students with a strong foundation in liberal arts and sciences as well as preparation for professional careers. The School offers degree programs in Communication, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Graphic and Interior Design, Legal Studies, and Psychology, as well in minors in a number of these disciplines. The curriculum reinforces students' ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and present information so that they may meet the demands of contemporary life and work. In addition, all degree programs at the College contain general education core. Courses in humanities, sciences, social sciences, English and mathematics enrich the curriculum and promote students' critical reasoning and information literacy skills.

The School of Business & Management is committed to educating students who will not only succeed in their chosen careers, but will also utilize their professional training and expertise to contribute positively to society at large. The School encourages students to develop innovative and creative problem-solving strategies, as potential leaders, managers and pioneers of the business community. The curriculum is designed to foster knowledge of the global business environment, effective communication skills, and the ability to analyze information in order to make sound business decisions. Courses in accounting, management, and marketing are the foundation for all business programs, preparing students for degrees in these fields, or enabling them to focus on specialty areas such as health care, sports management, or fashion merchandising. Newbury graduates are prepared to enter today's challenging global business environment, upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.

The Roger A. Saunders School of Hotel & Restaurant Management prepares students to provide leadership, innovation, and quality management in the hospitality industry. The curriculum rests on a theoretical and practical foundation in hospitality management, designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and ethical awareness. The program places strong emphasis on the value of customer service, whether the focus is on hotel operations, food and dining services, convention/meeting planning, or overall management policies. Majors in this program include management in hotels, restaurants, and resorts, along with majors in baking and pastry arts and the culinary arts. Students in the Saunders School have ample opportunity to gain exposure to their chosen field. All students in the School hone their skills by working in Newbury's own showcase restaurant, performing a range of service and management functions, and take internships in Boston area hotels and restaurants.