Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Purpose of the Program

The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree prepares graduates from any professional discipline for leadership positions by teaching business fundamentals, critical-thinking, and analysis. Graduates may choose a concentration to provide career focus.

Admission Requirements

Two years of professional work experience or equivalent (Example: military service) is strongly preferred. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is required.  Students whose undergraduate degree is in a non-business discipline will be required to complete a set of foundational modules covering the major business areas.  These must be completed prior to beginning their first class.  Students who have acquired the requisite business knowledge, either through additional coursework or experience, can take a business knowledge assessment exam.  Students achieving a score of 70 or above in a given knowledge area will be exempted from taking that area’s module.  Prospective students without an undergraduate degree in a business discipline should consult the MBA Program Director for additional details.

Graduation Requirements

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all courses. Completion of the program within 5 years of the starting date. 

M.B.A. Core Curriculum (24 hours)

BACC 6321Accounting for Managers

3

BSYS 6342Technology and Operations Management

3

BADM 6343Global Issues in Business and Society

3

BADM 6312Organizational Behavior and Leadership

3

BFIN 6362Financial Management

3

BMKT 6341Marketing Management

3

BLAW 6350Ethical and Legal Environment of Business

3

BMGT 6395Organizational Strategy

3

In addition to the core, the student must complete six (6) elective hours (two 3-credit courses).  Students are encouraged to complete a concentration by completing six (6) additional elective hours for a total of twelve (12) in four related courses.