Program Overview
The Business Administration at Valdosta State University is a MBA programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Business Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Valdosta, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Managerial Accounting
- Marketing Strategies
- Managerial Finance
- Managerial Economics
- Leadership and Motivation
- Adv. Quantitative Methods
- Strategic Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- VSU\'s MBA Admission Committee makes all MBA admission decisions AFTER the student is admitted to VSU\'s Graduate School. In assessing a candidate\'s likelihood of successfully completing the MBA Program, the Committee evaluates the entire application packet, including GMAT scores (on the test and on the analytical writing assessment) and the undergraduate grade point average.
- For recent VSU MBA classes, the average GMAT score was 534 and the average undergraduate GPA was 3.15. Resumes and responses to the VSU MBA Program Essay Questionnaire are also reviewed. For an applicant whose first language is not English, the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL score is required and considered. Finally, each student must complete the following prerequisite courses (or their equivalent) with a grade of "C" or better prior to admission to VSU\'s MBA program.
Undergraduate Prerequisites .............................VSU Course Number
- Principles of Accounting I.........................................................ACCT 2101
- Principles of Accounting II....................................................... ACCT 2102
- Applied Business Statistics...................................................... BUSA 2100
- Financial Management................................................................ FIN 3350
Prerequisites should be taken at an AACSB accredited business school. Prerequisites may also be satisfied by completing self-learning on-line modules. Contact the MBA Director for more information. Some prerequisites may be satisfied with acceptable CLEP test scores. For information regarding CLEP testing, please contact Valdosta State University\'s office of Testing at (229) 245-3878
Applicants must have a minimum GMAT score of 400, and a minimum GPA of 2.50 (4.0 scale), and a minimum 950 points using the formula: GMAT score + (200 X GPA). Applicants submitting the GRE must have a minimum Verbal score of 146 and a minimum Quantitative Score of 143.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Valdosta State University
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, United States
Valdosta State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months