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MBA Program Objectives

The University of Southern Indiana Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is a graduate program designed to develop strategic, behavioral, and technical competencies that enable individuals to be superior performers in the business environment. Upon completion of the MBA program, graduates will have developed capabilities in several major areas, including:

• An in-depth understanding of the functional fields of business and their interrelationships in complex organizations
• Understanding applied quantitative, qualitative, and behavioral tools of business analysis and decision making
• The ability to think critically and creatively within a global business context
• A heightened sense of ethical considerations in decision making within the business world
• Improved communication and decision-making skills through utilization of information technology

Accreditation

The USI MBA program is accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the most prestigious accreditation available to Schools of Business throughout the world. All courses are taught by academically qualified faculty (holding the highest degrees available in their fields) who, through their scholarly work and consulting activities, are at the forefront of their disciplines.

Admission Requirements

The MBA program seeks students of demonstrated aptitude and scholarship. To be admitted to the MBA program, applicants must have an undergraduate overall GPA of 2.5 or higher, or 2.75 or higher in the applicant’s last 60 hours of coursework, and attain a minimum required score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), the Essential Skills Assessment (ESA), or Graduate Record Examination (GRE). An applicant’s GMAT, ESA, or GRE score, undergraduate academic achievement, leadership potential, and professional work experience are considered when making admission decisions.

To be considered for admission to the MBA program, the applicant must submit:

• An application to Graduate Studies
• Payment of the application fee
• Completed GMAC Essential Skills Assessment with a minimum score of 8, GMAT test with a minimum score of 500, GRE test with a minimum score of 300, or request a waiver if you meet one of these criteria:
  • Temporary waiver - for students applying to the MBA program for Fall 2021, the GMAT/GRE requirement will temporarily be waived due to unavailability of the exams during COVID-19.
  • Previous graduate degree
  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or above with 3 years of professional work experience
  • Member of Beta Gamma Sigma
• A resume summarizing all professional experience
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references
• An official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended. Transcripts and other educational records are official if the issuing institution sends them directly to USI Graduate Studies. Failure to submit official transcripts from every institution will delay admission. Coursework from one institution reported as transfer credit on another school’s transcript does not constitute an official transcript.

All admission materials should be submitted to Graduate Studies and should be received at least one month prior to the entry date sought. No admission decisions will be made until all required documents have been received.

Admission Requirements for International Students

International students are subject to all requirements for admission to the Master of Business Administration program. Application for admission should be made at least six months prior to the date of anticipated enrollment. Additional admission credentials may include verification of English competency (for applicants whose native language is not English) and documents required by the Center for International Programs. Refer to the Admission  section of the bulletin for details.

Curriculum

The USI MBA curriculum is designed to provide the educational foundation crucial for success in today’s dynamic business world. Courses are taught by academically qualified faculty who, through their scholarly work and consulting activities, are at the forefront of their disciplines.

Retention

A student who is academically dismissed may appeal to the Romain College of Business Graduate Committee.

Students must maintain a graduate program GPA of 3.0 to remain in good standing in the program. In the event that a student’s graduate GPA falls below 3.0, the student will be placed on academic probation. See the Graduate Studies  section of the bulletin for details on academic probation.

What can an MBA degree do for me?

Effective Business Leaders

Program Flexibility