Director: Dr. Randy Frye
The Master of Business Administration at Saint Francis University is designed as an executive development experience for practicing managers and those who aspire to be managers. The program prepares students to manage profit and non-profit organizations by providing them with an opportunity to develop their managerial knowledge, skill sets, and perspectives. As part of the rich Franciscan Heritage of the University, the MBA Program requires students to explore ethical dilemmas that face manager’s every day and learn to manage with responsibility and compassion. Students will learn to think critically, to express their ideas clearly, and to make decisions with confidence.
Accreditation
Saint Francis University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), located in Lenexa, Kansas.
Admission
In order to be considered for admission, students must submit the following:
- An application with two essays and a $30 fee
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Current resume
- Official transcript(s)
Students with an overall grade point average above a 3.3 on a 4.0 scale are NOT required to take the GMAT exam. Students who already hold an advanced degree will also be waived from the GMAT exam. Official GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) scores must be sent directly from Pearson-VUE. Your GMAT score must be less than five years old at the time of application. For more information and testing locations visit http://www.mba.com or http://gmat.org
International students need to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores
Acceptance to the program will not be extended until all of the admission materials, including official transcripts, have been received and reviewed by the Graduate Business Programs Director.
A letter of acceptance will be sent to students who have met admission requirements. Registration for the first courses will follow and be a collaborative endeavor between the students and their academic advisor.
Degree Requirements
The program of study for a Saint Francis University MBA degree consists of between 36 and 48 credit hours, depending on the number and type of undergraduate credits earned. For graduation, a student must complete a program of studies as determined by the Program Director and maintain a minimum quality point average of 3.0. Students have five years to complete the program.
Graduation Requirements
A candidate for graduation must satisfy the following requirements:
- Complete all requirements for an approved program of study within 5 years of initial enrollment, including, but not limited to, the capstone requirements, exit exams, and surveys;
- Complete the minimum number of credits as specified in this publication;
- Achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better;
- Submit a completed Application for Degree form at least one semester prior to graduation date;
- Satisfy financial obligations to the University.
Capstone Requirement
Students in the MBA program are required to complete capstone requirements prior to graduation to demonstrate their understanding of the program’s material; these requirements include:
- Completion of MBA 550 and MBA 555
- Completion of Peregrine Exam (Capstone Exam)
- Completion of Exit Surveys
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