| (a) Requests for new degree programs, certificate programs, and administrative units shall be made following procedures specified by the Commissioner. (b) Requests for new degree and certificate programs and for administrative changes require: (1) Approval by the Board of preliminary authority, if needed prior to Board consideration; all requests for doctoral programs require preliminary authority prior to Board consideration. (2) Approval by the governing board of the institution concerned; (3) Certification of adequate funding by the institution; and (4) Final approval by the Board, or by the Commissioner if permitted under §5.50 of this title (relating to Approvals by the Commissioner). |
