Gwynedd Mercy University AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
Academic Progress , Probation and Dismissal Academic Probation : A student whose GPA falls below a 3.0 will be placed on Academic Probation and must improve their GPA to a 3.0 or higher within the next six credits completed .
A student who earns a grade of C or C + will receive a notice of Academic Warning from the Dean . 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 .
Time to Completion : Students normally complete the Graduate Business Program Certificates within a year .
Master of Business Administration -- MBA
Program Name : Master of Business Administration ( MBA ) Program Accreditation : International Accreditation Council for Business Education ( IACBE ) Contact : https :// iacbe . org / Degree : Master of Business Administration Options : MBA , Healthcare Administration ; MBA , Strategic Management and Leadership Program Type Non-Term Program Modality Online Program Director : Jill Winnington
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 healthcare 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
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