The purpose of an independent study business course (4995-undergradaute, 6995-graduate) is to provide an independent, directed-study experience for the qualified student. Independent study courses are not available for those courses in the same term when the course is being offered. The appropriate use of an independent study course is to allow the further pursuit of topics and issues presented in a course and/or a legitimate course of study for which no regularly scheduled course is presently offered. Obtaining permission for a 4995 or 6995 course is contingent on college/GSM approval of the Independent Study Course form. Forms for both 4995 and 6995 courses are found on the Marquette Central academic forms website. Submitted forms must include the supervising instructor's signature, which indicates the willingness of the instructor to accept the proposal and to work with the student for the duration of the course. Students pursuing an Independent Study must have a plan of how to reach agreed upon learning outcomes in advance of form submission. Submitted forms for all 4995 courses must have the signature of the department chair, and submitted forms for all 6995 courses must have the signature of the department chair or the Director of Graduate Studies. To qualify for 4995, students must have junior or senior standing.