GRADUATE PROGRAMS
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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH A GRADUATE DEGREE FROM CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY.
Whether you are a new graduate or you are ready to take the next step in your career, Cumberland offers graduate programs to advance your undergraduate degree.
Something you are passionate about is something you should strive to continue expanding your knowledge on over the course of your life. Obtaining a master’s degree in the field that most suits your passion and career goals can be both personally and professionally rewarding.
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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Leadership
General Management
Marketing
Human Resource Management
International Management
Health Care Management
Education Leadership
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
PROGRAM GOALS
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is offered by the university in keeping with Cumberland’s Mission to provide opportunities for advanced study in fields appropriate to the needs of the community The program seeks to provide individuals who have earned an accredited baccalaureate degree in any field with an opportunity to acquire advanced business expertise while continuing to work full-time during the period of enrollment.
36CREDITHOURS
The MBA program requires 36 credit hours – The core requirements consist of ten courses that all MBA students must complete. You may then choose one of seven MBA specialization options in coordination with your faculty advisor to meet your individual goals
GRADUATEINAS LITTLEAS1YEAR
Students may graduate in as little as one year by taking four courses per semester OR may choose a lighter load of two courses per semester and graduate in two years
MODE
You choose how you want to learn – fully online, face-to-face, or a combination of both
"The small class sizes made me feel like a name, not just a number " Haley Austin, Class of 2019
CONTACT
Program Director, Dr Paul Percy ppercy@cumberland edu graduateadmissions@cumberland.edu
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
NOENTRANCEEXAM
To demonstrate advanced business and economics knowledge
To demonstrate ethical awareness and advanced decision making skills
To demonstrate advanced competence in gathering and analyzing organizational information from internal and external sources using technology and literature
To demonstrate advanced competence in the synthesis, evaluation, and communication of decisions.
We’ve eliminated entrance exams from our admissions process, which means you won’t have to spend your time studying for or taking the GMAT exam. All you need to get started is a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2 5 GPA, or 3 00 in previous Master’s programs
Completed Cumberland University online admissions application.
Non-refundable $50 Application fee
Immunizations (on-ground only)
Official transcripts sent from all previously attended colleges and universities. Students with a non-business related bachelor’s degree are required to successfully complete an MBA Foundations Survey Course as part of their program
Students with less than a 2.5 GPA may complete two courses under provisional acceptance If the student earns a grade of B or higher in both courses, they will earn final acceptance
For more information, visit www.cumberland.edu/graduate/
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GRADUATE PROGRAMS| MBA
ON THE RISE
Cumberland University was founded in 1842 and holds a unique place in American history as one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the South. Now recognized as one of the fastest-growing liberal arts universities in Tennessee, CU focuses on helping students prepare to launch meaningful careers, pursue their passions, and make the most of their college experience.
Cumberland is located 25 miles east of Nashville in the flourishing Middle Tennessee region, giving students access to vast educational opportunities and career potential
The university offers traditional undergraduate programs, graduate studies, and online studies With students from 39 states and 48 countries, CU continues to evolve to meet the needs of a diverse and thriving student body
Cumberland will help you gain the skills and expertise to rise in your career We offer graduate degree programs that are designed to fit into your busy life Whether you are looking to advance in your current career or explore new opportunities, we are committed to helping you achieve your goals.
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A B O U T
If you have any questions or need any help through your next steps, please don’t hesitate to reach out We’re here to help guide you through this process and discuss your future at Cumberland University
The Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST. Please contact the Admissions Office at 615-547-1246 locally or 615-5471211 to speak with our Graduate Enrollment Specialist or email graduateadmissions@cumberland edu
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