BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
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PROGRAM The Bertolon School of Business Master of Business Administration (MBA) curriculum utilizes research, technology, experiential exercises, case studies, and fieldwork to provide students with an integrative understanding of the global economic environment. The program offers flexibility in format, course modality and choice of elective courses.
CURRICULUM The number of required courses for the program is based on the applicant’s undergraduate degree and ranges from 33-43 credit hours. Offered in both full-time and part-time formats, our flexible MBA program features eight core courses in accounting, finance, management, marketing, operations, management information systems (MIS) and business strategy. Students then customize their degree with three electives chosen from across the business curriculum. With advisor approval, electives may also be fulfilled through an internship, directed study, or graduate courses offered across the university when they align with and enhance the student’s academic and career goals. Some foundational courses (up to 10 credits) may be required for students with a non-business background. • Most courses are offered on Monday–Thursday from 7–9:20 pm in the beautiful Bertolon School of Business. Delivery formats include a combination of on-campus, hybrid and online courses. • Summer courses are offered in the same flexible formats as our fall and spring courses; they are delivered in an accelerated six-week session, with classes meeting twice a week from 6:30–9:30 pm. • Full-time status at six (6) credits per semester. • Students can begin the program at the start of at the start of our Spring, Summer or Fall terms.
CORE COURSES ACC 800
Accounting Analysis for Decision Making
BUS 802
Legal and Ethical Environment
BUS 870
Business Policy and Strategy
FIN 800
Financial Decision Making and Value Creation
MGT 800
Managing Human Performance in Organizations
MIS 800
Managing Information Technology
MKT 805
Marketing Management and Strategy
ODS 800
Operations Management
Three (3) elective courses are required from any of the areas mentioned above. Full curriculum and course descriptions available at catalog.salemstate.edu.
FACTS AND FIGURES • The Bertolon School of Business is among the top five percent business schools in the world to receive AACSB accreditation. • Our MBA program is taught by full- and part-time faculty with extensive academic and professional experience. • Our program teaches the skills needed for effective decision making, inspired leadership, integrative business knowledge, and global competitiveness. • Our diverse faculty and student body hail from all corners of the globe • 57% of students enrolled in the MBA program have at least two years of professional work experience; 31% have been working professionally for 10 or more years. • Full-time students can complete their degree in two years; most part-time students complete their degree in three to six years, depending on the number of courses taken per semester.
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COST For Massachusetts residents, each credit costs $599.00,* which includes tuition and fees. For non-Massachusetts residents, each credit costs $696.50.* The program consists of a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 43 credits, depending upon foundation courses. For assistance funding your graduate education, options such as financial aid, graduate assistantships, employer reimbursement and tuition remission, and veteran’s benefits may be available. *Tuition and fees subject to change.
CAREERS An MBA is a highly versatile degree with skills that are relevant to almost any workplace. Common job titles for those who hold MBAs include: business manager, business/data analyst, human resources director, financial analyst/ manager, marketing manager, project manager, and management consultant.
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The Bertolon School of Business Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to prepare you to manage, lead and be competitive in today’s marketplace. No matter where you are on your professional journey, an MBA from the Bertolon School of Business will take you further.
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