Masters degree in Business Administration at Fairmont State University

 

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Masters Degree in Business Administration at Fairmont State University

Fairmont State University
Masters degree
Business Administration

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Program Description:
Students who satisfy admission criteria and complete the MBA Essentials prerequisite course will require thirty-six (36) graduate credit hours to meet degree requirements. Of these, twenty-four (24) hours will consist of a required business core courses covering functional areas of business such as business law, economics, finance and accounting, marketing, information systems, technology, research and analysis. An additional twelve (12) hours from a list of elective courses complete the degree requirements.

All graduate courses will draw upon the expertise of current members of the School of Business faculty members and faculty members from other Schools and Colleges within Fairmont State University. In addition, adjunct faculty from colleges and universities, and practicing professionals, within and outside of West Virginia may be employed.

Criteria for assessment, methods of instructional delivery and desired learner outcomes will be determined by individual course instructors and the M.B.A. Program Director, with the Dean of Graduate Studies and the Graduate Studies Council providing guidance. Instructional pedagogies may include, but not be limited to, technology based instruction, readings, examinations, research papers, case studies, simulations, field-based internships and/or a co-op experience(s) with local business partners. A major goal of the program is to promote and develop the networking, leadership and interpersonal communication skills of the graduate students.

Program Objectives:
The primary objective of this program is to provide a high quality Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree program of study that meets the needs of traditional and non-traditional students (students 25 years of age or older, primarily seeking late afternoon, early evening or online courses), as well as the needs of the business community.

Students earning the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree will be able to pursue a terminal degree such as a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or a Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), gain promotions and achieve professional growth. Graduates of the program will have a thorough knowledge of management concepts, frameworks and theories and the capability to apply that knowledge in practical, competent, accountable, and ethical ways in a variety of organizations.

Employment Opportunities:
1. Geographical employment opportunities include: growing local business partners, other West Virginia businesses, and regional Out-of-state businesses
2. Functional employment opportunities include
  • Technology – an accelerating industry in North Central West Virginia
  • Medical – a critical and core industry expected to grow more rapidly as the “baby boom” generation moves toward retirement age, WV is becoming known as one of the leading retirement states
  • Government – increase in federal agencies in the region have increased the demand from this sector
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