Master of Business Administration, M.B.A.
With a focus on preparing students to make a positive impact in their organization and community, the Master of Business Administration program enables students to hone their values and transform their career path as an inclusive, creative business leader empowered to face the challenges in today’s emerging markets. Students will cultivate their own unique leadership style and learn how to solve complex business problems through the strategic integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and incorporating and inspiring creativity in the workplace. Through collaborative, hands-on learning students will build business acumen, sharpen their critical thinking skills, enhance their written and visual communication skills, and learn how to put their ideas into action. Additionally, students will build their business knowledge, skills, and network through the university’s collaborative partnerships, guest speakers, and partner programming.
The MBA program is accredited through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
This program is conveniently offered in both online and blended formats.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
At the completion of the Master of Business Administration (MBA), students will be able to:
PLO-1. Utilize written and oral communication skills to convey business issues that assist colleagues, administration, and management make informed decisions. (IACBE-KLO: Communications)
PLO-2. Critique team performance in completing a team project. (IACBE-KLO: Teamwork)
PLO-3. Synthesize theory and practical implementation to assess business challenges and determine solutions. (IACBE-KLO: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving)
PLO-4. Utilize practical business expertise and theoretical frameworks to make business decisions. (IACBE-KLO: Business Knowledge)
PLO-5. Assess the impact of ethical, legal, economic, and global factors on practical business scenarios. (IACBE-KLO: Business Environment)
PLO-6. Analyze business problems using decision-support tools & technology. (IACBE-KLO: Analysis & Technology Utilization)
PLO-7. Asses the application of motivation and influence in managing and leading others to attain a mutual objective. (IACBE-KLO: Management & Leadership)
In addition to the Graduate School of Business and Leadership Admissions Requirements, program requires:
- Written statement of academic and professional goals
- Minimum of two professional or academic letters of recommendation
- Faculty review
Program Details:
- Requires 30 SH for completion
MBA Program Requirements - 30 SH
Gateway Courses
| MBA 505 | Leadership and Fostering Diversity and Inclusion | 3 |
| RES 510 | Critical Thinking and Research Skills | 3 |
Core Courses
| MBA 507 | Creativity and Business Innovation | 3 |
| MBA 509 | Essentials in Economics | 3 |
| MBA 511 | Finance for Decision-Making | 3 |
| MBA 514 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MBA 522 | Strategic Marketing and Storytelling | 3 |
| MBA 532 | Technology and Leadership | 3 |
| OBD 533 | Organizational Effectiveness and Development | 3 |
Capstone Courses
| MBA 524 | Advanced Strategic Management | 3 |