The graduate business programs target the educational needs of leaders working in an integrated, technology-driven world. These needs include technical competency in all the functional areas of business, a clear understanding of the 21st century business environment, and a strong foundation in values-based leadership. The program objective is to educate competent, ethical business leaders to have a positive impact on people, organizations, the community, and the natural environment.
Part-time students who qualify for the accelerated 38 credit program can finish their MBA in two calendar years. Part-time students without an undergraduate business foundation or the appropriate business experience typically finish the program between three and five years.
Full-time students who qualify for the accelerated 38 credit program can finish their MBA in one calendar year. Full-time students without an undergraduate business foundation or the appropriate business experience can also finish the program in one year, but more typically finish in 18 months.
Important Dates for 2009-2010
| Term | Start Date |
Admissions Deadline (Domestic) | Admissions Deadline (International) |
| Fall 1 |
August 24th |
August 14th | June 19th |
| Fall 2 |
October 19th |
October9th | August 14th |
| Spring 1 |
January 4th |
December 4th |
October 30th |
| Spring 2 |
March 15th |
February 12th |
January 15th |
| Summer 1 |
May 17th |
April 16th |
March 12th |
| Summer 2 |
June 28th |
May 28th |
April 23rd |
| Fall 1 |
August 23rd |
July 23rd |
June 18th |
| Fall 2 |
October 18th |
September 17th |
August 13th |