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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. An applicant’s 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
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.

Students may also submit scores from a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Essential Skills Assessment (ESA), or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) if they would like to include those in the application, but these scores are optional rather than required.

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 School of Graduate Studies section of the bulletin for details on academic probation.

What can an MBA degree do for me?

Major reasons for obtaining a USI MBA are:

Enhancing management training for someone with a technical background and a desire to broaden career opportunities into managerial ranks
Providing career change and/or advancement opportunities
Providing a professionally challenging and intellectually stimulating experience
Furthering one’s interpersonal skills, opening new doors, and preparing effective managers
Interacting with students from diverse backgrounds, creating stimulating classroom experiences
Promoting invaluable networking opportunities

Effective Business Leaders

The USI MBA program focuses on preparing individuals to become effective business leaders. The curriculum is designed to develop behavioral, technical, and strategic competencies that enable individuals to be superior performers in their business environment. In addition, we are committed to providing educational experiences that prepare students to effectively engage in issues at the intersection of business and society such as ethical business practices, globalization, and technological change.

Through the use of experiential exercises and activities that foster, enhance, and develop essential managerial and leadership skills, students gain valuable experience with the challenging problems confronting organizations in the 21st century. The MBA program is more than just an education; it is an experience that will have a long-lasting impact on students as they graduate and begin or continue their professional careers.

Program Flexibility

We are aware that acquiring an MBA degree requires a major commitment of time and effort by the student. Given the great value attached to the MBA degree, hard work is to be expected. The MBA degree requires the completion of 30 hours of graduate-level coursework. Part-time students can expect to complete the program within two years. Full-time students may complete the program within one year.

USI’s MBA program is specifically designed to meet the needs of the working professional. To meet the needs of our students, USI provides:

In-class and on-line classes to provide maximum flexibility
Convenient evening classes for the working professional; classes start at 6 p.m.
Preparatory modules for non-business undergraduate majors
A summer course schedule to help expedite progress through the program
Advising and administrative assistance