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The evolution of the MBA

By KATHY AMES CARR Crain’s Content Studio-Cleveland

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n 1908, the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration unveiled the world’s first MBA program in the U.S. as nationwide industrial growth prompted a demand for educated executives who could oversee such industry surge in production.

More universities followed suit, feeding the talent pipeline with graduates who were proficient in accounting, finance, economics and management. Fast forward more than 100 years, and the MBA still is a popular degree that brandishes

the résumés of professionals, from pedigreed leaders in the C-suite to budding entrepreneurs. Its traditionally structured format and delivery, however, has evolved to accommodate the demands of modern students and the workforce in this 21st century age of information and global interconnectivity, local college and university officials say.

“We are undergoing a major revision of our MBA program,” said Heidi Hylton Meier, associate dean for academic programs and student affairs at Cleveland State University

Ashland University’s 1-Year International MBA Program features two international study tours, including, most recently, educational trips to Barcelona and Lisbon, Portugal.

Monte Ahuja College of Business.

“The pillars that form the program’s business foundation — including accounting, marketing and finance — will remain the same, but we are rolling out more specializations and certificates that will give students more marketable skills.”

The timeline has yet to be determined, but when the new program is implemented, students will find more flexibility and options available to accommodate their lifestyle and career needs, she said.

Currently, Cleveland State’s MBA is structured to meet the demands of today’s working professionals, with options that include a 19-month EMBA, full-time, part-time, hybrid or a fully online program. Soon, students also will be able to earn certificates in areas such as governance; risk management and compliance; entrepreneurship; or business analytics. These certificates can be “stacked” to meet the completion requirements of an MBA. Graduate business certificates in business analytics or health care management represent some of the newer features of the MBA program at Baldwin Wallace University, which also has shifted in recent years from more traditional forms of delivery into a model that prioritizes quality and scheduling convenience, said Carmen Castro-Rivera, director of graduate business admissions. The graduate business certificates, for one, offer the dual benefit of bolstering one’s career with microcredentials

in big data analytics or leadership in the age of the complex health care industry, while also giving students an on-ramp into the MBA program, should they so choose. Students who enroll in the full-time, part-time, evening or weekend program now can blend between these different formats.

“Our core content includes the traditional, foundational and functional levels of business at the leadership level, but we have adjusted our program to meet students where

knowledgeable health informatics professionals play such a key role.

Our health informatics concentration courses are taught by a board-certified nurse informaticist with the depth and breadth of knowledge health informatics professionals need to make an impact in their role in the health care industry.”

This aspect of health care is crucial, particularly amid the coronavirus global pandemic.

“It is almost impossible to talk about delivering health care in all its forms without technology.”

- Douglas Bird, director of the Parker MBA Program at Lake Erie College

they are and to give them what they need. Our programs continue to evolve to meet the demands of the local and global workforce,” she said.

Lake Erie College offers a traditional or online MBA, with optional concentrations in health care administration, information technology management and health informatics.

Undergraduates also can earn their MBA through the 4+1 MBA program.

Similarly, Lake Erie College has amplified its MBA with health care and technology specializations that address the talent need in the health care industry, said Douglas Bird, director of the Parker MBA Program at Lake Erie College.

“It is almost impossible to talk about delivering health care in all its forms without technology,” Bird said. “The gap between technology and delivering health care continues to narrow at a rapid rate. That is why

“Current and future health care professionals with a strong background in health care informatics will be crucial in the times ahead,” he said.

A challenging topic

Colleges and universities have also been motivated to retool their MBA programs because of overall declines in enrollment during the past few years. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council, total applications to business schools dipped 6.9% in 2019 after two years of positive year-over-year change in total applications (+9.5% in 2017 and +3.7% in 2018). The steepest declines were in the highly ranked two-year MBAs — although those programs still continue to attract the highest number of applicants per seat, according to the report.

Business schools with diversified MBA programs will be more competitively positioned to weather

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fluctuations in enrollment that are influenced by such economic and social factors, said Elad Granot, dean and professor of marketing at Ashland University’s Dauch College of Business and Economics.

“A key aspect of our program is flexibility,” Granot said. “Ashland offers any combination of the weekend, face to face or entirely online delivery mode.

We have an MBA center in Cleveland and an MBA center in Columbus, so if you have a business meeting in Columbus, you could interchange attendance at either location.”

The curriculum is a mix of foundational concepts and fluid topics that shift according to the dynamic changes in the marketplace, he said.

With 11-plus specializations offered, the Ashland MBA program enables students the opportunity to expand their horizons beyond the background from which they have been employed.

“If a student comes from a health care management background, we encourage them to think about other specializations. Diversity in education and experience helps an employee remain competitive and relevant in a global workforce.”

In an effort to drive more international student enrollment, Case Western Reserve University is planning to launch a hybrid online MBA that would include two or three “residencies” at the Cleveland campus, with the rest of the curriculum offered online.

“We do have a lot of international students, but most of them are straight out of college,” said Anurag Gupta, vice dean at Case Western Reserve University’s Weatherhead School of Management. “Trends in higher education show that more people are opting for an advanced business degree later in their career.

This format enables people who still have a career to remain in their job, even if they are located in another country. About 80% of the content would be online, and the residencies would be spread out over 18 months.

We expect this format will help expand our geographic reach and still provide an opportunity to expose more international students with the rich strengths of Cleveland.”

Gupta points to Weatherhead as an incubator for different business concepts that have been practiced around the world, including Appreciative Inquiry, an approach that is used to help organizations expand their leadership vision, drive strategic change, enhance the power of teams and implement sustainable growth. The breadth of content that focuses on both hard and soft skills has been a hallmark of the MBA program, although has been reinforced with content in blockchain, STEM, machine learning, Fintech and Artificial Intelligence.

“We span AI (Appreciative Inquiry) to AI (Artificial Intelligence),” Gupta said.

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Incentivizing students to earn their MBA Heidelberg University last fall adapted its MBA program to include an opportunity for students to enhance their undergraduate degree with an MBA through its PlusOneAdvantage MBA TuitionFree Scholarship program, said Dr. Scott Johnson, dean of the School of Business & Technology.

Eligible students must complete a bachelor’s degree in any major from Heidelberg and graduate with at least a 3.0 GPA to earn their MBA tuition-free.

The program incentivizes students to pursue their higher education within two years after graduation, which saves them money since they avoid added tuition costs, and also helps prepare them to be more competitive in the job market.

“Our MBA faculty have relevant professional backgrounds and high-quality academic preparation,” Johnson said.“Heidelberg MBA students benefit from the unique support and involvement of our Berg Business Board, a council of alumni and employer advisers who mentor and coach them throughout their time at Heidelberg and beyond.”

Business as a force for good Kent State University has shifted the overall format of its MBA program to eight-week modules, shortened the overall length of the program and added a flexible online option. To ensure that online courses meet the same standards of education as in-person classes, Kent State is seeking Quality Matters certification for its core courses, said Cathy L.Z. DuBois, associate dean for graduate and online programs at Kent State University College of Business Administration.“A majority of courses are now QM certified, with the remainder expected to be certified by the end of the fall 2020 semester,” she said.

Further, to demonstrate the college’s commitment to the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals and prepare students to be responsible global citizens and business leaders, the university is increasingly weaving in the concept of “business as a force for good” throughout its MBA curriculum.

“Many of our MBA faculty have conducted research in the realm of sustainable development and share their expertise on topics related to the sustainable development goals within MBA courses,” DuBois said.

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Distance education in the age of the coronavirus

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n March 12, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine made an unprecedented announcement, ordering all Ohio’s public, community and private K-12 buildings to shutter, beginning March 17, due to the coronavirus health crisis. A number of schools and universities in Ohio announced their face-to-face classes canceled through the rest of the academic year, with all learning to proceed solely online.

Indeed, the coronavirus pandemic has prompted schools and colleges throughout Ohio — and beyond — to rapidly adapt their educational curricula and modes of delivery for the remainder of the spring semester.

few in number. Our students and faculty were forced to transition to online teaching/learning overnight.

circumstance and we are responding with maximum flexibility and a hightouch approach to ensure their success.

We were fortunate that online learning was on the horizon, with plans to launch our first full-time online MBA program in fall 2020.

With this new program offering, JCU had been planning and consulting with professional online instructional course designers (IDs) to ensure the

Walter Simmons: We are continuing to make adjustments to enhance the new online environment. Our MBA faculty are embracing online group and case discussions to maintain collaboration and teamwork. They are assisting students by allowing additional time to complete projects, providing supplemental resources on best practices, and extending and accommodating student work and home demands.

How has this experience affected your school’s strategy for online enrollment, which is expected to be one of the key areas of higher education innovation in the coming years?

Crain’s asked two local university officials — Timothy Bryan, vice president for communication and marketing at Malone University, and Walter Simmons, associate dean of graduate and international business programs at John Carroll University Boler College of Business — to elaborate on some of these changes, and what they may mean for the future.

What are some of the unique ways in which your institution is helping to facilitate the remote education of its MBA students?

Timothy Bryan: Malone offers the MBA in a variety of formats, including fully online, hybrid and onground, campus-based. We’ve moved all classes to online for the time being, but were able to do so easily, as we have had online learning available for a long time.

Walter Simmons: Prior to the announcement, John Carroll University did not offer an online-only MBA program. While some classes took a hybrid approach, those were

highest quality programs in the future.

The announcement simply sped up our timeline. Communication and classes are conducted either synchronous, asynchronous or through some combination.

In what other ways is your school offering support for students as they struggle through this crisis?

How are you motivating them to continue pursuing their MBA amid the uncertainty?

Timothy Bryan: Our focus during this crisis has been on our students.

Each has their own individual

Timothy Bryan: Malone’s online enrollment has been growing in the past several years. We continue to meet the needs of our students by offering programs in a variety of formats. Some prefer the face-to-face interaction, some prefer online, others prefer a mixture. Whatever their preference is, Malone meets those needs.

Walter Simmons: Given that John Carroll University did not have a significant online presence, this change presents both a challenge and opportunity for the Boler College of Business and JCU to develop a comprehensive online strategy to accommodate current and future demands and expectations. We are confident that we will continue to deliver upon the excellence in the JCU/Boler way as we always have.

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The rise of female enrollment in MBA programs

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pplications to MBA schools in the U.S. trended downward between 2018 and 2019, due in large part to unease in the political climate and a previously strong economy. Despite the ebb, however, many MBA programs are enrolling an increasingly higher percentage of women — a trend some higher education experts say may help eliminate the gender pay gap, and improve gender parity in leadership and corporate board rooms.

Five years ago, for example, less than 30% of the graduate student body within the University of Akron’s College of Business Administration was female. Now, about 50% of the business college’s graduate student population are female, said Terry Daugherty, associate dean and director of graduate programs.

“As a result, we have fully embraced this shift and are specifically supporting female students through scholarship offers, new student organizations and by designing

unique professional development initiatives,” he said.

According to a 2019 Kaplan test survey of applications officers at more than 150 business schools throughout the U.S., the main reasons cited for a decline in MBA programs include a previously strong job market that is keeping people in the workforce, uncertainty among international students in the U.S. political environment, the rising costs of pursuing an MBA, and questions of the value of an MBA. Meanwhile, women’s interest in the MBA program remains at an all-time high. Across its network of business school members, the Forte Foundation reported female enrollment overall represented about 39% of total MBA program enrollment, which was up from 36% in 2015.

Colleges and universities that promote diversity and inclusion within their student body are helping to foster a workforce talent pool that helps companies achieve a top-tobottom business strategy of inclusion.

One study showed that companies in the top-quartile for gender diversity on executive teams were 21% more likely to outperform on profitability and 27% more likely to have superior value creation, according to a “Delivering through Diversity” report published in 2018 by McKinsey & Co. The highest-performing companies on both profitability and diversity had more women in revenue-generating roles than in staff roles on their executive teams.

The University of Akron’s Diamond Graduate Women’s Leadership Xperience promotes access to career leadership opportunities for its graduate participants. Members develop advanced professional, leadership and job preparation skills. Participants also receive mentoring services and career coaching, and engage in networking situations that provide them with access to high-level professionals in the industry.

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ASHLAND UNIVERSITY

Ashland University’s 1-Year Online MBA Program is ranked No.1 in Ohio and No.2 in the United States as a private university among ACBSP-accredited schools. The program provides students the flexibility and opportunity to advance their career while continuing to work full time. Students are given a MiFi Hotspot for mobile learning from anywhere in the United States. With 11-plus specializations, a study tour and nationally recognized certification opportunities, students are given all the tools to achieve a bright future. On average, students receive a 46% salary increase upon graduation from Ashland University’s MBA Program.

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number of MBA students who were enrolled in 2019-20

TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

Ashland University’s MBA Program offers flexible options designed to meet the needs of working professionals. Students can enroll full time or part time in an online, in-person or hybrid class format.

Ashland University offers a unique, 1-Year International MBA Program, which offers Saturday-only classes.

Students travel on two separate international study tours, which are included in the tuition. For most MBA Programs, students can select from 11-plus specializations to

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Educating students with practical knowledge and providing realworld experience always is the priority. Specializations include: Accounting, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Global Management, Health Care Management & Leadership, Human Resource Management, Management Information Systems, Project Management, Sport Management or Supply Chain Management.

CLASS LOCATIONS

Students can complete all MBA requirements at Ashland University’s main campus, or at one of the two off-campus locations in Independence or Columbus. The accelerated weekend option is

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ONLINE OPTIONS

Ashland University offers Online MBA Program options for either full-time or part-time students. The Online MBA can be completed in as little as one year, while parttime students typically complete the program within two years.

Students can choose from 11-plus specializations. Included with the Online MBA Program is a portable Wi-Fi hotspot, for students to study anywhere and anytime.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Ashland University seeks wellrounded, academically prepared students. Applicants are required

to provide both their academic and professional experiences for admission consideration.

After reviewing all application files, students may qualify for a GMAT/GRE waiver. A business undergraduate major is not required.

Additional admission information can be obtained from the MBA Programs Office.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID Financial aid is available for all MBA Program options at Ashland University.

are priced at an all-inclusive tuition of $33,900.

ACCOLADES

U.S. News & World Report’s Online MBA Rankings placed Ashland University’s Online MBA as No. 1 in Ohio and No. 3 in the nation among schools accredited by The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

CEO Magazine’s 2020 Global MBA Rankings placed Ashland University’s Online MBA as No. 35 in the world.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

For the 2019-2020 academic year, tuition for the non-accelerated MBA program options is $825 per hour.

The accelerated 1-Year programs

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BALDWIN WALLACE UNIVERSITY

WHAT’S NEW? New in 2020, the BW School of Business is offering a stackable MBA. Students will have the option to stack multiple graduate certificates together to obtain an MBA degree, allowing students to earn micro-credentials along the way to their degree. By completing three graduate certificates in Business Administration, Leadership & Innovation, a specialized certificate of their choice (Business Analytics, Healthcare Management, Human Resources and Strategic Marketing) and the capstone course, students will earn an MBA degree in their specialized course of study. These graduate certificates develop targeted skills to align with individual interests and employer needs.

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TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

For 45 years, Baldwin Wallace University School of Business has been providing superior graduate management education through the MBA program. More than 6,500 Baldwin Wallace MBA graduates work and lead in Northeast Ohio.

The MBA with specialization options in Business Analytics, Healthcare Management, Human Resources and Management is designed specifically for working professionals and is applicable across all industries and functions

in business. Students generally complete the program within two to four years, depending upon the pace chosen.

The weekend Healthcare MBA program integrates health care issues and applications with the foundations of a systems management MBA. Healthcare MBA students represent diverse backgrounds within the health care industry, such as physicians, nurse managers, administrators, insurers, analysts and more.

In BW MBA programs, students have significant professional experience. In addition, there are team-based projects in most courses, resulting in a dynamic classroom. The faculty is composed

of outstanding academicians and experienced business executives.

This uniquely enables students to gain not only the depth of business knowledge and theory but, most importantly, methods that apply in the business world, enhancing one’s leadership potential.

BW also offers a full-time OneYear MBA program, for recent college graduates. This program includes an international trip and individualized year-long applied project that prepares students to launch to their intended career.

CLASS LOCATIONS

Day and evening classes are offered at the main campus in Berea.

Healthcare MBA classes are offered at Corporate College East and meet

every other weekend (with no summer classes).

ONLINE OPTIONS

MBA students choose from traditional seated, live online and recorded online options. They may also intermix all three of these formats throughout the MBA based upon schedule and convenience.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Applicants are encouraged to schedule an advising session (in-person or remotely). Candidates apply online and submit academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a résumé and GMAT or GRE scores. Test scores are waived if applicants have another graduate degree or have an

undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID Federal financial aid, limited scholarships, a payment plan and a tuition reimbursement plan are available.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

Tuition for the MBA program is $832 per credit hour. One-Year MBA students pay a flat tuition of $39,900 which is discounted to $29,000 for recent BW alumni.

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• Proven: BW business alumni drive business in Fortune 500s, mid-market firms, nonprofits and startups in Ohio and beyond.

Earn an MBA with stackable certificates Complete three graduate certificates—Business Administration, Leadership & Innovation, and a one in your area of interest: Business Analytics, Health Care Management, Human Resources or Strategic Marketing—and one capstone course and earn a career advancing MBA from BW.

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MBA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Weatherhead is home to many of the business concepts practiced around the world, including Appreciative Inquiry, Emotional Intelligence competencies, Manage by Designing and Intentional Change Theory. Students develop a practical understanding of blockchain, artificial intelligence, machine learning and FinTech in Weatherhead’s MBA curriculum. New program tracks this year include STEM MBA, a flexible hybrid part-time MBA and new experiential full-day learning sessions (EMBA).

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TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

Weatherhead offers nationally ranked full-time, part-time and Executive MBA programs, including an EMBA track for health care professionals in affiliation with Cleveland Clinic. The university also offers dual-degree master’s programs to enhance management expertise and leadership potential in a variety of sectors. Each program provides a cohort experience to maximize learning outcomes and build lasting relationships. At

Weatherhead, great emphasis is placed on developing leaders to advance business and society.

CLASS LOCATIONS

Weatherhead School of Management is located at the Peter B. Lewis Building on Case Western Reserve University’s campus in Cleveland’s historic University Circle neighborhood. The university is close to many museums, cultural institutions, restaurants, religious organizations and academic centers, as well as Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals.

ONLINE OPTIONS

Beginning in the summer of 2020, students in the part-time MBA program have an option

of taking up to five core courses online, or electing a combination of online and on-campus courses.

The classrooms are equipped with technology to deliver online instruction.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Applicants should submit a completed online application form, two essays, a current résumé, transcripts, GMAT or GRE scores (part-time and full-time MBA applicants) and two references.

For students entering in 2020 who may be facing constraints in taking standardized tests or submitting official transcripts in time, we have made standardized test scores (GMAT, GRE, and TOEFL) optional

for this recruiting cycle, and have changed our deadlines to give candidates more time to apply.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID Merit-based and travel scholarships are available for specific programs.

Please inquire about this year’s special scholarships for working professionals. Financial aid is available through the Office of Financial Aid.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

Total tuition for the full-time MBA class entering in the fall 2020 is $44,700 per year for the two-year program. The parttime MBA program tuition is $23,200 per year (three-year

program). The total cost for the Executive MBA 20-month program is $109,400, which includes tuition, books and supplies, all meals and refreshments during the class residencies, parking, an international study immersion in two countries, two full-day experiential learning sessions and one-to-one executive coaching.

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Distinguished alumni serve as executive leaders at organizations with national and global footprints, such as Amazon, Google, Cleveland Clinic and more.

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PUBLIC SIZE OF THE MBA PROGRAM

The size is dependent upon cohort/ MBA program.

TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

The MBA options at the Monte Ahuja College of Business are designed to accommodate a student’s work schedule and lifestyle.

Options include: Executive MBA (19 months), Online Accelerated MBA (12 months), Healthcare Administration MBA, full-time and part-time MBAs as well as the accelerated options for students with an undergraduate degree in business. All of our programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the hallmark of quality in management education worldwide.

CLASS LOCATIONS

Classes are held on the Cleveland State University campus, conveniently located downtown next to Playhouse Square and online.

ONLINE OPTIONS

MBA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS All MBA programs are accredited by AACSB. Less than 5% of the world’s business schools or colleges of business hold this accreditation. Executive and Online Accelerated MBA programs feature comprehensive tuition, including all books and fees. Health Care Administration MBA includes an experiential component of working within a health care setting. About 80% of traditional MBA alumni live and work in Northeast Ohio.

The Cleveland State University Online Accelerated MBA was one of the first AACSB-accredited, fully online programs within the U.S. Ideal for learners with a business undergraduate degree, the program features all-inclusive tuition. In addition to the accelerated program, a variety of graduate-level courses are offered online each semester.

programs are similar to that of the Graduate College at Cleveland State University. GMAT or GRE waivers are available. Admissions requirements can be found at business.csuohio. edu/academics/master-businessadministration.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

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Requirements for admission to Cleveland State University MBA

At Cleveland State University we have an MBA to fit

your schedule, lifestyle and experience level.

Our dedicated graduate advisors will work with you to

The Monte Ahuja College of Business offers a number of

scholarships for graduate students as well as graduate assistantships.

Financial aid is offered through our main financial aid office.

and fees for all other MBA programs can be found on the Cleveland State University web site at csuohio.edu/ treasury-services/tuition-and-fees/.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

The comprehensive tuition for the Executive MBA is $52,337 and includes an international study experience. The Online Accelerated MBA program is $36,709. Tuition

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year offered in an evening format designed to accommodate working professionals. Real-world business projects, professional mentoring and internship opportunities are embedded in the program.

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Located in Tiffin, this beautifully manicured campus provides a serene and safe location for late afternoon and evening classes.

The Aris M. Kaplanis Master of Business Administration Program at Heidelberg University helps students develop knowledge and skills needed for general management.

The MBA program is designed to be completed in 24 months of part-time study or 12 months of fulltime study. Curriculum coursework includes 24 semester hours plus 12 elective curriculum hours. This program operates in an eightweek format, with six terms per

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Transcripts are required with a 2.7 minimum GPA.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE Financial aid is available for qualified students.

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MBA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The Heidelberg PlusOneAdvantage MBA offers a tuition-free fellowship to all qualified Heidelberg students with the opportunity to add value to their undergraduate education by adding an accredited Master of Business Administration degree. Business skills help all majors stand out and become more marketable in their own career path.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

ACCOLADES

Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the Heidelberg School of Business has additional programmatic business accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Heidelberg

Tuition is $11,410 per semester, with about nine to 12 hours per semester, or $890 per credit hour.

Parttime is considered fewer than nine hours per semester.

has also been continuously ranked among the “Best Universities — Master’s” category in the Midwest region by U.S. News & World Report.

The Heidelberg MBA offers you valuable real-world experience, professional mentoring and networking, and unique internship opportunities.

PlusOneAdvantage® MBA Tuition-Free Scholarship Program Heidelberg students who receive their bachelor’s degree in any major can boost their marketability with an accredited MBA in one year.

Eligible students can receive a value-added MBA through our PlusOneAdvantage® Scholarship Program, tuition free. Build your business skills and stand out in your career path!

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CLASS LOCATIONS

Classes are held at the John Carroll University Boler College of Business in University Heights. Both programs offer convenient evening options.

ONLINE OPTIONS TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

The university offers a part-time professional MBA and a full-time MBA. The part-time MBA is a twoyear cohort program that features live projects, team-taught core courses, a leadership sequence and exposure to leading Cleveland executives. The full-time MBA is structured for recent graduates, allowing students to complete an MBA in 12 months, dependent upon courses taken at the undergraduate level.

Online education is now available for our full-time MBA program.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Both program options require an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.8. The part-time MBA requires an additional two or more years of full-time professional work experience. Students who apply to the part-time program may request a GMAT/GRE waiver based on a variety of criteria. An

MBA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Do you have the drive and determination to better yourself, your career and your community? Are you inspired to lead with values? An MBA from the Boler College of Business may be the answer. Backed by a 500-year-old Jesuit tradition, a Boler MBA asks every student, regardless of faith, to gain a 360-degree view of people, markets and resources, and to embrace an “eyes-wide-open” encounter with the world. As a Boler graduate, you will connect business to human needs and opportunities. You will drive meaningful innovation and create just and sustainable value. You will imagine a world for everyone and live a larger life.

admission interview may also be required. The Admissions Committee reserves the right to request a GMAT or GRE score from any applicant.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS All students who apply to the Boler

MBA programs are automatically considered for merit scholarships.

No separate application is required.

of the MBA program range from 33 to 45. The base tuition of the MBA program is $31,350.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

The tuition rate is $950 per credit hour. The credit hour requirements

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SO YOU CAN GO ANYWHERE. At the Boler College of Business, we cultivate critical thinking, we celebrate fearless exploration, and we inspire our graduates to lead, not simply follow.

Find out how you can transform your life with a part-time or full-time MBA from John Carroll at go.jcu.edu/crainsmba

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number of MBA students who were enrolled in 2019-20

TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

Executive, full-time and online MBA options are available.

CLASS LOCATIONS

The Executive MBA program meets once a month and is supplemented with online content. Full-time MBA meets on campus, and the Online MBA is completed remotely.

ONLINE OPTIONS

The Online MBA enables students to continue working while earning a degree or pursue the

degree full-time. The degree can be completed in as few as 12 months. To ensure the Online MBA program offers a truly innovative online learning experience, the College has engaged expert instructional designers to support faculty with course development.

Course activities emphasize realworld problem solving and the use of reflective critical thinking, with numerous opportunities for student-student and student-faculty engagement. Online MBA students are also offered professional development tools and the full support of the college’s dedicated Career Services Office.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

An application, résumé, letters of recommendation, transcripts, GMAT

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The Kent State University College of Business Administration holds accreditation from AACSB, which ensures excellence in its programs. The Kent State Online MBA is a high-quality and flexible option for students interested in earning their master’s degree in business. Kent State MBA programs all were ranked in 2019 by CEO Magazine – the EMBA program ranked No. 15 globally; the Online MBA ranked No. 31 globally and the full-time MBA ranked Tier One globally.

or GRE scores (can be waived by exception), and a statement of goals and objectives are required.

ACCOLADES

Kent State’s Online MBA program advanced to the top ranked program in northern Ohio on U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 Best Online MBA Programs List. This is the second year Kent State’s Online MBA, launched in fall

2017, has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report. In 2019, MBA Central ranked Kent State’s Online program No. 1 out of 15 online MBA programs in Ohio. The Online MBA also ranked eighth in MBA Central’s list of the fastest Online MBA programs (those that can be completed in 12 months or less) in the nation. Kent State MBA programs were all ranked in 2019 by CEO Magazine – the EMBA

program ranked No.15 globally; the Online MBA ranked No. 31 globally and the full-time MBA ranked Tier One globally.

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number of MBA students who were enrolled in 2019-20

TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

Lake Erie College offers a Traditional or Online MBA, with optional concentrations in Healthcare Administration, Information Technology Management and Health Informatics. Undergraduates also can earn their MBA through the 4+1 MBA Program.

CLASS LOCATIONS

Lake Erie College’s MBA classes are offered at Holden University Center of Lakeland Community College in Kirtland and Lorain County

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ONLINE OPTIONS

The MBA is offered 100% online.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Completion of the MBA Graduate application is required, as is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with an undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Submission of official undergraduate transcripts and any graduate work completed should be sent by a degreegranting institution to the Office of Admission from at admission@ lec.edu. Current or previous professional work experience also

WHAT’S NEW? Before you make this big decision, get the facts. MBA Info Nights are held both at East Side and West Side locations so that potential students can gain easy access to information about the program and make an educated decision about enrolling in the program. The East Side location is at Lakeland Community College, and the West Side location is at Lorain County Community College. To register for an info night, visit lec.edu/parkermba.

is required. A resume outlining the work experience and education that has prepared the student to begin graduate study in business administration should be sent to admission@lec.edu. The application must include a personal statement of up to 500 words that addresses one of the following questions: 1. Describe a time in your professional or personal life in which you were particularly creative or innovative in solving a problem or creating something new.

2. Describe your view or philosophy on the role that ethics play in the workplace.

Although generally not required, applicants may supplement their undergraduate record with official scores on the GMAT or GRE.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

The MBA program tuition is $730 per credit hour.

ACCOLADES

Lake Erie College is an accredited member of the International Assembly for College Business Education (IACBE).

Federal student loans, private educational loans, and college work study employment are available.

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MALONE UNIVERSITY

The 1-year MBA program is a great opportunity to complete your MBA within one year, without overwhelming yourself. The program is designed so that you are taking one class on-campus (one night per week from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.) and one class online. The program is set up so that students do not take more than two courses during an eight-week term. This is a quality program that is fast, convenient, and challenging. No GRE/ GMAT required. Classes are enrolling regularly.

School of Business and Leadership Canton • 330-471-8500 gps@malone.edu • Malone.edu/mba

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TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

Malone University offers a full-time, part-time and 1- year MBA. The MBA program is designed with working individuals in mind. This is a quality program that is convenient and flexible. The program challenges students with systems thinking, abstract reasoning and collaboration, providing the tools to help elevate a student’s career to the next level. The program can be completed in as little as one year, or

spread out over two years.

As a program graduate, you will be able to immediately apply the knowledge and skills gained from the completion of coursework into your current occupation. Many of our graduates earn immediate promotions post-graduation.

Some even are promoted during the program, as they are able to quickly implement new ideas and processes into their organization.

The MBA curriculum is applicable to any field, so students can expect to gain a diversified understanding of business as a whole and are encouraged to develop new networks with their classmates.

CLASS LOCATIONS

The MBA programs are available

at the main campus and online.

Campus courses are held at our main campus in Canton, one night per week from 6-10 pm. Online courses are also available.

ONLINE OPTIONS

The MBA program is available online.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

The admission process is fast and convenient. There is no requirement for a GMAT/ GRE score, we place an emphasis on your undergraduate grade point average (3.0 or higher, preferred) as well as your professional references. Interested individuals are encouraged to schedule a meeting or phone call with one of the admissions

counselors to learn more about the admissions process. The application requires college transcripts and two professional reference forms. Once all materials have been acquired, students can be accepted within a few days and can begin courses every eight weeks. The cost is competitive compared to local universities.

Please contact the university for more information regarding cost and fees. Discounts may be available depending on place of employment or bachelor’s degree granting institution.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

The MBA program tuition is $610 per credit hour.

ACCOLADES

Malone University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Malone University Makes it easy.

You can earn Malone’s respected master’s degree in Business Administration in just one year! The program is structured so that you take one class (one night per week) and one class online, offering you the balance you need to your degree.

earn your MBa in just one year

at Malone University Advance your career by developing skills in collaboration, abstract reasoning, and systems thinking and open up opportunities that you never thought possible.

The program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and led by respected and experienced faculty.

learn more at www.malone.edu/oneyearmba

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number of MBA students who were enrolled in 2019-20

CLASS LOCATIONS

ONLINE OPTIONS TYPES OF MBAS AVAILABLE

The University of Akron College of Business Administration offers a flexible MBA with part-time and full-time options, including a Saturday-only program.

Concentrations are available in a variety of areas, including Strategic Marketing, Management, Supply Chain, Finance and Business Data Analytics, as well as an Interdisciplinary option that allows students to customize coursework.

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The interdisciplinary MBA may be completed 100% online. All core MBA courses are offered online, along with some concentration areas. The Saturday MBA is inperson only.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

An online graduate application, acceptable GMAT, GRE or LSAT exam (test waivers available), two reference letters, résumé, statement of purpose and transcripts from all programs attended.

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An executive mentoring and coaching program is available for all graduate students as part of the new Anthony J. Alexander Professional Development Center in the College of Business Administration. The program connects students with professionals to enhance leadership development and career advancement.

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE Student loans and scholarships are available.

GENERAL TUITION/FEE INFORMATION

The tuition for the flexible MBA program is $462 per credit for in-state students (plus fees) and $768 per credit hour for out-of-state students (plus fees). The Saturday

MBA is $33,000. Total required credits for MBA degree is 36.

ACCOLADES

The College of Business Administration at The University of Akron is accredited in both business and accounting by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International — placing it among the top 3% of business schools worldwide.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Courses are held at UA’s Main campus in Akron and online.

Get your MBA. Keep your lifestyle.

Earn a fully accredited degree designed specifically for working professionals. Visit gradbusiness.uakron.edu to learn more and register for an information session.

UA has the highest-ranked part-time MBA program at a public university in Northeast Ohio, according to the 2021 U.S. News and World Report rankings. Classes are offered online, in person in the evening or every other Saturday at UA’s main campus to help our students

advance professionally without having to give up their career. Outstanding faculty, small class sizes, an extensive alumni network and more than 270 corporate partners are what empower our students to rise above the competition.

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