Melina Tavares
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NYU School of Professional Studies
New York, New York, United States • 610 EmployeesHigher Education
For 86 years, the NYU School of Professional Studies has been a deeply respected institution of higher education that is grounded in applied learning. From its early years, training returning World War II veterans to fulfill the nation's urgent need for skilled technical workers, it has evolved into a professional education powerhouse that offers 20 graduate degrees, 13 bachelor's degrees, four associate's degrees, and a plethora of non-degree courses and credentials.NYUSPS is a thought leader and serves as an incubator for new ideas in industries that are constantly changing including real estate; hospitality, tourism, and travel; global affairs; sports management; publishing; marketing; public relations; project management; human capital management, systems management, translation, and professional writing. It is focused on building skills that open doors to opportunities in emerging fields and global markets. NYUSPS faculty members are leading experts in their areas of discipline, with a hands-on approach that encourages students to push beyond their limits and to break new ground.Home to some of the largest and most prestigious industry conferences in the world, including the Schack Institute of Real Estate's Capital Markets Conference and REIT Symposium, and the Jonathan M. Tisch Center's International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference, the School's invaluable connections to industry leaders is a truly distinguishing factor in the education that it provides. Through guest lecturers, site visits, participation in numerous conferences and events, and Global Field Intensives, students benefit from unparalleled access to the top minds in their areas of specialization. In addition, they have the opportunity to learn from and network with more than 31,000 NYUSPS alumni, who live, work, and contribute to innovation in industry around the world.