Can I use my proposal in my dissertation?

You can use a dissertation proposal for your final dissertation write up. It is most important part of your dissertation. It helps you to identify the direction of your dissertation.

What is Cao approval?

The date that you receive Chief Academic Officer (CAO) approval on your doctoral capstone will be the last date you pay any tuition. At that time, any of the tuition you “accrued” after the CAO approval date is removed from your billing statement and the degree is conferred.

What happens during dissertation defense?

During the defense, the faculty may take turns asking you questions and discussing among themselves points of interest or disagreement. Two questions to anticipate include identifying the weaknesses of your study and post-dissertation research plans.

What is a Master’s thesis defense?

The main purpose of your thesis defense is for the committee to make sure that you actually understand your field and focus area. The questions are usually open-ended and require the student to think critically about their work. Note that at the time of your thesis defense, your paper has already been evaluated.

How long is a master’s thesis?

40-80 pages