MASTER’S DEGREE

 DOCTORAL DEGREE

Introduction of theories

Application of theories to new
and complex situations

Demonstrate comprehension of
theory and concept

Cognition

Application of theories to basic
situations

Analysis
Build upon existing skills Synthesize existing knowledge and
create new knowledge to add in a field
Problem-solving Ability to theorize, research, and
provide support for a hypothesis
Decision-making Development of new theories
Ability to demonstrate
comprehension of relationships
between theories		 Apply existing knowledge and
perceive new connections
Organize Evaluate theory application and build
new hypotheses based on results
Internalize ideas Theories presented as a foundation to
build new knowledge
Expand on the basic knowledge with
advanced theories		  
Organize and internalize values  

Theories presented for basic
application