Master of Business Administration
MBA Coordinator & Advisor: Don Gudmundson, Ph.D.
Location: Kepner 2053
Telephone: 970.351.2766
The Master of Business Administration at University of Northern Colorado is designed to prepare the students for managerial positions in for profit, non-for-profit and government settings. The flexibility of the program allows for both part time and full time students to take advantage of the state of the art curriculum under supervision of experienced faculty whose academic and professional experience garnered the prestigious Malcom Baldrige award for the college.
Each course blends theoretical and practical aspect of decision making under varied business conditions enabling students to apply their academic and professional experiences in solving the challenging and ever-changing managerial problems. The program is intended to utilize an integrated approach across functional disciplines equipping students to approach their managerial roles and responsibilities holistically throughout their professional life. The program also provides an opportunity to all qualified students to pursue their graduate business course of study regardless of their undergraduate major.
The program consists of non-credit required modules, core courses, and elective credits that will culminate in an emphasis.
MBA Program Learning Goals and Objectives
As part of the Monfort College of Business’ continuous improvement efforts, it has developed the following learning goals and objectives. The outcomes related to these learning goals and objectives are measured and the results are reviewed by faculty. Corrective actions are taken as needed to ensure a superior learning experience for our students.
|
Learning Goals
|
Learning Objectives
|
|
Be proficient with key business fundamentals
|
Students will be able to integrate knowledge from all business disciplines applying current and emerging business knowledge and technology to make decisions in complex environments.
|
|
Demonstrate conceptual and analytical skills
|
Students will analyze data and information to identify key problems, generate and evaluate appropriate alternatives to make effective decisions.
|
|
Demonstrate knowledge of how businesses operate in a global environment
|
Students will demonstrate awareness and understanding of the international challenges that encompass cultural, financial, legal and other problems.
|
|
Demonstrate ethical awareness
|
Students will demonstrate ethical awareness by employing an ethical framework to identify possible ethical issues or problems and analyze the consequences for various stakeholders.
|
|
Be effective communicators
|
Students will prepare and deliver professional quality presentations on a business topic. Students will prepare professional quality business documents.
|
Admissions to MBA Program
The MBA program is designed for individuals who have a bachelor degree from an accredited institution and are interested in obtaining a graduate degree that prepares them for managerial positions in their career. Prospective MBA students should be cognizant of competency requirements with business computer software applications in succeeding in the MBA program. This competency may be demonstrated through a college-level business computer software applications course within the past six years or significant work experience with such business computer software applications.
As well as meeting minimum admissions criteria, the admission process into the MBA program in the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado is subject to the approval of the MBA program coordinator and graduate faculty of the program in consultation with the Dean of the Monfort College of Business and the Dean of the Graduate School.
Criteria for Admissions into the MBA Program
The primary criteria in determining eligibility for admission to the Monfort College of Business MBA Program are previous academic achievement and other factors such as work experience and career progression. GMAT is required for those with less than three years continuous work experience in a managerial position.
Applicants must submit a completed application form and transcripts from each institution of higher education attended to the UNC Graduate School office. Each applicant is considered on an individual basis.
Admission Requirements Checklist
- A non-refundable application fee
- Official transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
- GMAT scores
- Resume listing 3 references
- Applicants will be considered when all documents have been received at the office of the Graduate School
Admission Standards
To be admitted in full standing into the MBA program the prospective student must have the following:
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
- 3.0 GPA
- A minimum GMAT score of 500
- GMAT waived for those with three years continuous work experience in a managerial position
- GMAT waived for those holding a graduate degree from an accredited institution
- Applicants with less than a 3.0 GPA and/or less than 500 GMAT may be considered for admission
GPA will be calculated on the last 60 credits of undergraduate degree.
International Applicants must prove acceptable English language proficiency before being granted regular admission.
UNC’s Minimum Scores for Graduate Students
TOEFL iBT: 80
IELTS: 6.5
PTE: 60
UNC IEP: Level 7