2026-2027 Catalog | Page 145

Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
Academic Dismissal A student who is placed on academic probation and fails to resolve the issue as outlined above will be dismissed from the program. A student who earns a C or C + in more than two courses, or who earns below a C in any course, will be dismissed from the program.
Students who are dismissed may apply for readmission one year after the date of dismissal. Acceptance for readmission is not guaranteed.
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 4 + 1( MBA 4 + 1) Program Accreditation: International Accreditation Council for Business Education( IACBE; https:// iacbe. org /) Degree: Master of Business Administration Program Options: MBA in Healthcare Administration; MBA Strategic Management and Leadership Program Modality: On Ground and Online Academic Program Director: John Covone
Program Description: The Master of Business Administration is a degree program designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals. The overall aim of the Master of Business Administration degree is to produce versatile individuals who will be able to solve current and future problems in organizations and meet the business needs of society as a whole. The MBA with a specialization in Healthcare Administration is designed for working health professionals who seek to gain expertise in the management of facilities, operations, and human resources. Students will build on a sound foundation of business skills and competencies developed in the MBA core classes with specialization courses designed to prepare students to manage diverse health care systems. The MBA with a specialization in Strategic Management and Leadership is designed for students and working professionals who seek to advance their knowledge in organizational leadership and management within a global environment. Students will build on a sound foundation of business skills and competencies developed within the MBA core classes with specialization courses in leadership, global management, and managing human capital.
Program Learning Outcomes: PLO1 Students will effectively research and communicate in writing( in APA format) ideas and arguments associated with business leadership and management issues. PLO2 Students will apply knowledge and skills to develop a comprehensive business plan which demonstrates competency in the following areas: management, operations, finance, and marketing. PLO3 Apply critical thinking to real life work problems through the application of theoretical and experiential knowledge. PLO4 Students will identify issues and strategies related to ethics and corporate social responsibility and its implications for business.
Major Requirements: Core Courses: 21 credits MBA Option: 9 credits Total: 30 credits
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