The University of Arizona Global Campus | Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The University of Arizona Global Campus's online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to help students build a deeper understanding of business operations and develop the leadership and communication skills to obtain managerial positions in the corporate world. Read more here.

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Official Program Name:

Master of Business Administration

School Offering Program:

University of Arizona Global Campus

Degree Level:

Master's

Program Prerequisites:

Prospective students might have taken previous business coursework and be familiar with basic business concepts. They should display strong analytical and decision-making skills, as the careers they are preparing for typically require the analysis of programs and processes and the ability to make decisions regarding operational policies, staffing, budgeting, and corporate project development. These students also hold a bachelor's degree. Applicants to UAGC should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

The University of Arizona Global Campus offers a diverse curriculum in its Master of Business Administration program, with a core focus outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) and accreditation from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). It provides students with the opportunity to learn about a variety of business processes and practices. Core courses offer studies in marketing tools and strategies, budgeting and other financial management concepts, project planning and development methodologies, global markets and business strategies; and recruiting, training, retention, and career management practices. Students will also learn how to build and apply leadership skills, develop teams, use data analysis to make decisions, adhere to employment and labor laws, and apply ethics to all business decisions. The capstone course requires the completion of an extensive project wherein students draw on concepts and theories in all aspects of business to demonstrate their grasp of topics discussed throughout the program.

Learning Format:

Online

Program Length:

39 credits.

Financial Aid Available:

Eligible students could be able to receive financial aid in the forms of grants, loans, and scholarships. Contact UAGC's financial aid office for more information.

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Required Courses for a Master of Business Administration:

Of the 39 total credits required to earn this MBA, 33 are taken in core coursework, with the remaining six credits chosen from elective courses. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 must also be achieved. Contact UAGC to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.

Core Requirements (33 credits)

Leadership and Teamwork
Global Marketing
Human Capital Management Using Applied Psychology
Law and Ethics in the Business Environment
Financial Business Overview
Data & Decision Analytics
Global Economics & Political Influence
Financial Statement Analysis
Financial Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
Project & Operations Management
MBA Capstone

Electives (6 credits)

Students choose two of the following courses:
- Entrepreneur/Intrapreneur
- International Business
- Technology and Innovation

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

In a business setting, an MBA is typically sufficient to seek executive or senior management positions; however, graduates interested in teaching at the collegiate level or working in the research field would normally need to obtain a doctorate. At the doctoral level, students will likely delve further into statistical methods, leadership theories, organizational economics, and research methodologies.

Doctoral degrees commonly pursued by graduates include:

PhD in Management
Doctor of Business Administration
PhD in Organizational Development & Leadership

Career Paths:

Earning an MBA from UAGC could lead graduates to explore advanced positions in large or small corporations. They might oversee staffing and operations in areas of marketing, business planning, human resources, finance, accounting, sales, or project management. They could also begin operating their own business or act as management consultants.

Specific career titles open to graduates include:

Controller
Marketing manager
Chief executive officer
Management analyst
Business development manager