EDWARD S. AGENO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
PROGRAMS OFFERED:
• Executive Master of Business Administration (Executive MBA)
• MBA General Course of Study
• MBA with a concentration in:
Accounting • Finance • Human Resource Management
• Information Technology Management • International Business • Management • Marketing • Operations and Supply-Chain Management • Public Administration
* Certificates are offered in many of these disciplines and related disciplines.
• Joint MBA/JD
• Doctor of Business Administration
(For undergraduate programs, please go to p. 17.)
Because today’s companies want managers who understand tech-
nology, know how to lead and can motivate their work force,
these abilities are regularly emphasized throughout GGU’s busi-
ness administration and management programs. To succeed, you
will need skill sets that help you stay current over time in this
rapidly changing arena. The evolving global marketplace of today
is highly competitive; it demands a new kind of executive. You’ll
need a deep grounding in business theory along with first-rate
leadership skills, technological sophistication, a keen under-
standing of human behavior and the ability to motivate — not
dominate — coworkers. GGU’s business administration programs
are designed to make you the leader that stands out in a crowd.
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
Golden Gate University’s traditional MBA program examines the theories of management and how they are applied to an organization. The program is centered around four managerial themes: managerial analysis, communications, teamwork and leadership. These themes are designed to unite the program providing the student with the innovative analytic capabilities to understand the changing environment and the managerial skills necessary to effectively lead the organization to meet that change. Our core curriculum will give you a sound foundation in theory and a perspective on how and where today’s business and technological trends fit into the larger, global picture.
The concentration component of our MBA allows you to select an area of interest from eight different concentrations or select a general course of study. Each concentration presents an in-depth examination of a particular area, how it functions and how it should be managed.
Requirements for the Master of Business Administration Program
GMAT Requirement
Applicants to the master of business administration degree program are required to take the GMAT. Some exceptions to this requirement exist. For further information, see Graduate Admission Criteria on p. 110 in the GGU catalog.
Graduate Writing Proficiency Requirement
Students admitted to the master of business administration degree program must meet the graduate writing proficiency requirement. For further information, refer to catalog section “Proficiency in Mathematics, Writing and Computer Skills Required for All Master of Business Administration Degrees” on p. 149.
Computer Proficiency Requirement
Applicants are expected to demonstrate a working familiarity with computers and software applications appropriate for graduate studies. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet analysis and network access capabilities are included for evaluation. Deficiencies in computer proficiency may require additional work as determined by the faculty.
Math Proficiency Requirement
Students admitted to this program are expected to possess a level of mathematical skill at least equivalent to College Algebra ( MATH 30 ). Students may meet this requirement by satisfying one of the screening criteria listed in section “Proficiency in Mathematics, Writing and Computer Skills Required for All Master of Business Administration Degrees” on p. 149.
FOUNDATION PROGRAM — 18 UNITS
The six-course foundation program provides the groundwork for the advanced program core and concentration courses. Some, or all, of the foundation course requirements may be waived if you have previously completed comparable undergraduate courses at a regionally accredited college or university with a grade of C- or better. For further information, refer to section “Graduate Foundation Program Waiver Requirements for All Master’s Degrees” on p. 150. You may be admitted to advanced program courses before completion of the entire foundation program, but you must complete the foundation program by the time six units have been earned in the advanced program.
ACCTG 201* Accounting for Managers
ECON 202 Economics for Managers
ITM 225 Management Information Systems MGT 204 International Business and Strategy MGT 210 Management Theory and Communications MATH 240 Data Analysis for Managers *Not required for students who are taking an MBA with a concentration in accounting
Graduate Business Administration 35
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