Gwynedd Mercy University ( v 8-11-21 )
AY2021-2022 Graduate Academic Catalog
Type : Term and NonTerm- Students complete 4 courses during their senior year in an on ground term format then take the remaining coursework online NonTerm . Modality On Ground and Online Program Accreditation : International Accreditation Council for Business Education ( IACBE ) Contact : https :// iacbe . org /
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 30 credits
The MBA course prerequisites are offered as one credit courses . Each prerequisite is completed prior to the corresponding MBA course . An MBA student will complete the prerequisites if he / she has not completed the undergraduate coursework in any of the business subjects .
Course Requirements :
Core Courses – 21 credits MBA 600 Ethical Decision Making and Corporate Social Responsibility MBA 610 Strategic Management MBA 620 Accounting for Decision Makers MBA 630 Marketing Planning MBA 640 Managing Business Operations MBA 650 Managerial Finance MBA 660 Capstone Business Plan
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