Northwest University MBA Program

AN MBA DESIGNED FOR THE REAL WORLD

Master of Business Administration

HIS STARTUP GOT ITS START AT NU. Nathanael Nienaber managed distribution for Georgia Pacific. One day, it dawned on him: what if there was a way to quickly match an empty truck with someone nearby who needed to make a delivery? Nathanael took the idea to his MBA class and was encouraged to pursue it. His concept was eventually chosen as a finalist at the prestigious Startup Weekend. “The MBA classes really helped me through each phase of the startup process. From project management to leadership classes, I wouldn’t be where I am today without them.”

Move your career forward

IN JUST ONE NIGHT A WEEK Your world is a busy one. Full-time work. Full-time household. Full-time life. At the School of Business and Management, we’ve designed an MBA program for those who live in the real world. It can be finished in two years by attending class just one night each week and on the occasional Saturday. And we’re located in Kirkland, so if you live or work on the Eastside, there is no 520 bridge to take its toll.

But convenience does not mean easy. Our MBA program is rigorous. Each course is taught by a distinguished faculty member who provides real-world instruction and insight that you can apply right away.

You’ve always understood the benefits that a fully credentialed MBA can have on your career. At Northwest University, we can help you achieve it.

Call our enrollment coordinator at 425.889.5213 or apply online at northwestu.edu and let’s move forward together.

WHY CHOOSE NORTHWEST UNIVERSITY? Built Around You You have several options for your MBA: on campus, online, or a combination of the two.

We’ll work with you to create a program that fits with your schedule and helps you to reach your academic goals.

Relevant Training Practical courses provide you with real-world skills and expertise that you can apply to your job right away. With our program, you’ll learn to innovate and lead with confidence.

Qualified, Caring Faculty Our distinguished instructors combine academics with practical knowledge that can be used on your job from day one. And with our smaller class sizes, you’ll find the personalized help you need.

Ethics and Integrity Because we are a Christian institution, your learning will be grounded in the context of a distinctive, ethically responsible worldview.

Join a Community You’ll start and finish the MBA with the same group of classmates. Your cohort will encourage you, challenge you, and become a network of trusted friends.

Convenience Earn your MBA in two years by attending class just one night each week. And if you miss a class, don’t worry. We record every lecture so you won’t miss a beat.

One Class at a Time Instead of taking several classes at once each semester, you’ll complete one class every seven weeks. This allows you to focus on one subject, master it, and move on to the next. Our graduates find that this approach is much more manageable.

Top Accreditation In addition to our regional accreditation, we are also accredited by the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs.

It’s the premiere accrediting association for business schools that focuses on teaching excellence.

No GMAT Required If you have an undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher and two years of professional employment, there is no Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) required.

Small class sizes create an environment in which you are integral to the conversation. It is an approach to learning that is both supportive and challenging. You will learn. You will grow.

Together.

Earning an MBA is not about a framed diploma on your wall.

It is about becoming more competent. More confident. The one that others turn to for answers. These characteristics do not sit idly on a wall.

They travel with you for life.

IT PAYS TO GET YOUR DEGREE

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION In our MBA program, you will be challenged to consider global perspectives. You will develop relevant management and communication skills. You will learn to think critically about the complexities of leadership. You will become more confident in your ability to assess, decide, and take action.

This full-time program can be completed in 23 months.

MBA Course Requirements | 39 credits (40 for non-business majors) Year 1 Organizational Management Leadership Development Marketing for Managers Operations Management Intermediate Accounting for Managers Financial Management Elective*

Year 2 Informational Technology Management Business Innovation & Research International Business Corporate Strategy Legal & Ethical Responsibility Elective*

*Elective options include Project Management (PMP and Agile), Negotiation, Nonprofit Management, Income Tax, Graduate Internship, International Business Travel (travel fees apply).

Non-business majors only need an additional one-credit seminar course (offered during the first year) and can start the MBA program right away.

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You can also enhance the value of your MBA by focusing your

Our online MBA mirrors our successful on-site MBA program.

studies in a particular area of interest. Our concentrations allow

The same courses are taught and/or developed by our qualified

students to focus their electives in a critical field without

on-campus faculty. We incorporate the best online instruction

increasing the number of overall credits required for the degree.

practices to provide you with a high-quality online experience.

CONCENTRATIONS

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Concentration in Social Entrepreneurship A “social entrepreneur” is an innovator who recognizes a social problem and uses entrepreneurial business principles to organize and manage a venture to create social change.

With a concentration in Social Entrepreneurship, you will learn to use business skills to solve social problems.

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Concentration in Project Management We offer courses in both Project Management Professional and Agile Project Management, which will prepare you for professional certification.

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Concentration in International Business With a concentration in International Business, you will focus your studies on particular issues that are crucial to the success of global business ventures.

ONLINE

By taking one class at a time, you will be able to obtain your MBA in 23 months. If you prefer, you can do a hybrid program and take both online and on-site courses.

In the online MBA, you will be not be on your own as you pursue your degree. You start and finish the MBA with the same group of students. Your cohort will become a support network of trusted friends. You’ll be assigned an advisor to assist you. In addition, you will be invited to come see us on campus. Use the library.

Meet your advisor or professor. Come to an optional orientation reception to meet the faculty and dean. Our small size ensures that you are an integral part of a learning community, not just a number. We care about you and your success.

To request more information or apply online, go to online.northwestu.edu.

Our professors combine academic excellence with real-world experience. Many are successful entrepreneurs. Others have focused on research.

All are passionate about sharing their knowledge.

DISTINGUISHED. EXPERIENCED. COMMITTED TO YOUR SUCCESS. Faculty members teach, advise, and supervise graduate students. Adjunct faculty are current practitioners who teach specialized courses.

Resident Faculty Teresa Gillespie, Dean BA, California State University, Northridge JD, University of Washington John Bacon BA, Northwest University MBA, Northwest University DBA, George Fox University (candidate) Kevin Cooney BA, Oral Roberts University MA, Lancaster University, England PhD, Arizona State University PDB, University of Florida

Don Doty BS, California Polytechnical State University MBA, California Polytechnical State University PhD, University of Nebraska

Adjunct Faculty Seth Brickman BS, Brenau University MBA, Brenau University Peter Ghavami BA, Oregon State University MS, Portland State University PhD, University of Washington

Larry Ishmael BA, University of Oklahoma MBA, Thunderbird PhD, University of Stellenbosch (candidate)

Todd Nelson BS, Whitman College JD, Notre Dame

Timothy Lucas BSBA, Bowling Green State University MA, University of Houston DBA, George Fox University

Lee Smith BS, Abilene Christian University MEd, University of North Texas PhD, University of North Texas

Tom Sill BA, Central Washington MBA, Seattle Pacific University

Dan Yeomans BA, McKendree College MBA, St. Martin’s College PMP (Certified Project Management Professional)

YOUR FUTURE IS CALLING. WE CAN HELP YOU ANSWER.

Website www.northwestu.edu/business Email gpse@northwestu.edu Local 425.889.5213 | Toll Free 1.877.453.5327