MBA Viewbook

• Master of Business Administration • Master of Business Administration

with Healthcare Management Concentration

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MBA

It’s Possible at The Valley

Can a Master of Business Administration Help Your Career?

Build your business knowledge and set yourself apart in the competitive job market...

• Strategic Thinking & Planning • Leadership • Human Resources • Management • Problem Solving & Creativity • Collaboration & Teamwork • Adaptability • Information Management • Quantitative Analysis • Communication

Lebanon Valley College’s MBA Program offers full-time working professionals, like myself, a valuable opportunity to earn an MBA degree while developing business skills

Doug Byers M’12 Senior Vice President Commercial Team Leader for the Eastern Pennsylvania and Maryland Northwest Bank

and knowledge, a strong business network, and lifelong friendships and personal growth. The well-qualified instructors are dedicated experts in their fields and share their hands-on wealth of professional experience, reality, and wisdom.

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RELEVANT Prepare yourself for today’s changing, diverse, and global workplace.

WHAT YOU LEARN IN CLASS IS IMMEDIATELY APPLICABLE TOMORROW AT WORK!

Personally and

REWAR CHALLENGING Our MBA Program is dedicated to upholding LVC’s nationally recognized academic reputation.

GAIN VALUABLE BUSINESS SKILLS TO PREPARE YOURSELF FOR GROWTH AND SUCCESS.

ENGAGING Draw from years of collective experience and knowledge to learn from your instructors and peers.

COLLABORATION ENRICHES AND AMPLIFIES THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE AT LVC.

d Professionally

RDING PROFESSIONAL LVC understands the needs and challenges of the working adult.

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS WITH THE HELP AND SUPPORT OF OUR PROFESSIONAL FACULTY AND STAFF.

Program Information

MBA 12 courses/36 credits: 9 core courses and 3 elective courses MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA

Core Courses 805—Financial Policy 810—Organizational Behavior 815—Marketing Management 832—Management Information Systems 833—Managerial Economics 840­—Business Analytics 845—Managing Operations and Business Processes 875—Accounting for Managerial Decision Making 895—Strategic Management

Plus 3 additional MBA electives of your choice

MBA with Healthcare Management Concentration 12 courses/36 credits: 9 core courses, 3 healthcare management courses MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA MBA

Core Courses 805—Financial Policy 810—Organizational Behavior 815—Marketing Management 832—Management Information Systems 833—Managerial Economics 840­—Business Analytics 845—Managing Operations and Business Processes 875—Accounting for Managerial Decision Making 895—Strategic Management

Healthcare Management Concentration Courses MBA 801—Introduction to Healthcare Management MBA 802—Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues in Healthcare MBA 891—Current Issues in Healthcare Management

MBA Elective Courses

Electives are offered on a rotational basis, therefore we cannot guarantee elective course offerings.

Elective Courses MBA 801—Introduction to Healthcare Management MBA 802—Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues in Healthcare MBA 807—Business Innovation and Creativity MBA 816—Internet Marketing Strategy MBA 817—Business and Technology MBA 825­—Executive Communications MBA 827—Project Management MBA 847—Sales Management MBA 850—Human Resource Management MBA 857—Supply Chain Management MBA 860—International Business Management MBA 865—Entrepreneurship MBA 870—Labor Management Relations MBA 880—Investments and Portfolio Management MBA 885—Ethical Leadership MBA 890/891—Special Topics Courses

Foundational Courses

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Designed for applicants who do not possess an undergraduate degree in a business field.

Foundational Business Courses PBBA 701—Accounting Fundamentals PBBA 705—Data-Based Decision Making PBBA 706—Fundamentals of Finance *The need for these courses will be evaluated and recommended on an as-needed basis at the time of acceptance. *Work experience may be applicable toward foundational work as deemed appropriate by the director of the MBA Program. *Foundational courses do not count toward the 36 credit MBA Program requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will an MBA help me grow my career?

Expanding your business knowledge in a real-world, immediately applicable way will have a direct and positive effect on your abilities and performance at work. You will improve and increase your problem-solving abilities, creativity, and effectiveness while you develop essential management skills.

How many courses can I take at a time?

Typically, a student takes one or two courses in each 8-week term, pacing themselves based on work/life demands. There is no requirement per term, so you may find yourself taking one course during a busy time at work or home, but maybe two when things are a little slower and more predictable.

How long will it take to earn the degree?

At a one course per 8-week term pace, you will graduate in two years.

When and where are classes offered?

Our courses are offered Monday–Thursday evenings at our main campus in Annville, online, and at the IU13/Burle Conference Center in Lancaster.

What formats are available?

We offer several options. All our classes are presented in a classroom format utilizing technology and online components, when applicable, to enhance the learning process.

We also regularly schedule hybrid courses that combine classroom and online meetings. We do have a selection of fully online courses as well.

What is the average class size?

You can expect 10–15 students in the average class.

Who are the instructors?

Our courses are presented by a mix of full-time Business Department faculty and professionally qualified adjunct faculty who are experts in their fields. Our faculty members bring years of teaching and professional experience to the classroom.

I am interested in healthcare, but not sure I want to pursue the concentration. Can I add the healthcare concentration later?

You can switch to the healthcare track and vice versa at any time. You can even come back after graduation to earn the concentration!

My degree is not in business. Can I still apply?

Yes! We will review your application and may recommend foundational level courses to help prepare you. You will be informed of these requirements at the time of acceptance.

You may take your foundational courses, as needed, along with MBA level courses. You may also consider our Certificate in Business Administration Program if you need a variety of business courses to prepare you for an MBA Program.

Do you accept transfer courses, and if so, how many?

You may transfer up to 9 credits, of which only 6 may be applied toward the MBA core course requirements. The remaining 3 credits would be applied toward the free-elective requirements. Course transfers are evaluated during the application process and you are notified of the status at the time of acceptance.

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How to Apply

• Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Have three years of professional work experience.

Applicants with less experience, but a very strong undergraduate record or satisfactory performance on the GMAT, may be considered for admission.

Step 1 Complete the online application

www.lvc.edu/mba/application

We have rolling admission with start dates in August, October, January, March, May, or July!

Step 2 Submit your professional résumé and a personal statement explaining why you want to pursue an MBA.

Step 3 Submit GMAT results or the GMAT Waiver Request form found at www.lvc.edu/mba/application.

Step 4 Submit an official transcript from each college, university, or professional school attended.

Official transcripts should be signed, sealed, and sent by the issuing school to Lebanon Valley College MBA Office. Transcripts may also be sent through secure electronic delivery to mba@lvc.edu.

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Can you afford to go back to school?

Lebanon Valley College’s MBA Program offers a quality education that is flexible and affordable.

2014–2015 Cost & Financing

MBA Courses $610 per credit = $1,830 per course Cost of the entire program: $21,960* *Plus the cost of materials. No additional fees or charges.

Combine the overall affordability with employer reimbursement, payment deferment plans, payment plans, and loan options.

If you have any questions about the MBA Program at Lebanon Valley College, please contact us at mba@lvc.edu.

At Lebanon Valley College, admission decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion/creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or any trait protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and/ or College policy. The College does not discriminate on any of the foregoing bases in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, or its scholarship and loan programs.

Master of Business Administration Office of Graduate & Professional Studies Lebanon Valley College 101 North College Avenue Annville, PA 17003 717-867-6213 1-877-877-0423 mba@lvc.edu www.lvc.edu/mba