Master of Business Administration
Program Details
- Overview
- Admissions
- Academics
- What You'll Learn
Fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP), the Caldwell University MBA program will help you achieve your personal and career goals at a highly competitive cost-per-credit. Strong emphasis is placed on personal growth and individualized attention to learning through small class size, practical skills and compassionate faculty who focus on practice beyond theory.
Caldwell University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers a rigorous curriculum designed to meet the analytical needs of the global business environment. Students can choose from eight MBA concentrations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Global Business, Healthcare Administration, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, and Sport Management. Alternatively, the general MBA program, which does not include a concentration, can be completed entirely online, providing a more flexible schedule.
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Why Choose Caldwell
Since 1939, Caldwell University has prioritized the needs of our students to ensure they leave prepared and inspired to succeed. In a recent survey of Caldwell University graduate students and alumni, 96% of responders said they would recommend their program, and 90% of those who completed their graduate program rated it as excellent or good. Flexible study options and the personalized attention you deserve will more than elevate your earning potential – they will keep you well-rounded and relevant in today's business landscape.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 overall and 3.0 in business as a major
- Two references for graduate study
- Personal interview upon Graduate Coordinator’s request
- Personal statement: Submit a statement of objectives for entering the program
- Resume highlighting business, leadership, and work experience
- Students with an undergraduate degree outside of business must take BU 095 MBA Prerequisite Module
Curriculum
Course Information
| Core Courses | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BU 520 | Advanced Business Strategy | 3 |
| BU 537 | Financial Management | 3 |
| BU 525 | Advanced Auditing | 3 |
| BU 610 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| BU 625 | Accounting for Managers | 3 |
| BU 633 | Organizational Behavior for Managers | 3 |
| BU 635 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BU 638 | Marketing in a Dynamic Environment | 3 |
| BU 644 | Global Business Management | 3 |
| BU 649 | Business Law, Ethical Behavior and Social Responsibility | 3 |
| BU 660 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| BU 695 | Operations and Project Management | 3 |
| Capstone Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BU 785 | Integrated Strategic Management Seminar | 3 |
What You'll Learn
Graduates of Caldwell University's MBA program will demonstrate the ability to manage a variety of business challenges that align with contemporary global practices. They will be well-versed in key business disciplines, including accounting, finance, global business, the legal and social environment of business, marketing, management, ethics, information systems, and business policy. Additionally, they will possess strong oral presentation, written communication, and IT skills. Our graduates will also be able to tackle real-world business problems with ethical awareness, critical thinking, and problem-solving expertise.
To support this goal, all students are required to complete the capstone course, Integrated Strategic Management Seminar. This course is designed to consolidate the skills and knowledge gained in previous graduate business courses. As a result, the program and the capstone course aim to ensure that MBA graduates demonstrate the following:
- Advanced knowledge of core business functions
- Analytical and critical thinking skills for effective strategic and tactical decision-making
- The ability to understand business challenges from a senior executive perspective
- Effective communication skills at the executive level, including proficiency in presentations, written communication, and verbal expression
- The effectiveness of the program in achieving these outcomes will be assessed through an annual outcomes report, jointly prepared by the Division Associate Dean and the faculty member(s) who taught the capstone course. This report will be submitted to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Director of Graduate Studies, and the Office of Institutional Research. The report will also be shared with all full-time business faculty for review. At a meeting early in the next academic year, the report will be discussed in detail, and the School will develop a plan to address any shortcomings identified. Depending on the issues (if any), curricular changes will be considered to improve the program.