Description of Program:
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program is intended to prepare students for leadership positions in today’s highly competitive global business landscape. The program offers advanced training in business administration, contributing to the advancement of knowledge, and, in keeping with Alcorn State University’s overall mission, aids in the preparation of global leaders capable of playing an important role in the future development of the state, nation, and global economies.
Concentrations:
General Business
Tourism & Hospitality Management
Program Length:
30 Credit Hours
Flexibility:
100% online, designed for working professionals, as well as an in-person option for individuals who prefer traditional education. Please inquire about our transfer credit policy.
Eight-week courses in the fall and spring; seven-week courses in the summer.
Affordable:
Under $15,000 – one of the country’s least expensive MBA programs.
MBA Admission Requirements:
To be admitted under regular admission to the MBA Program, applicants must have:
1. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline from an accredited college or university.
2. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale) at the undergraduate level.
3. At least 2 years of documented and verifiable work experience as per a professional resume. Years of experience should be in a managerial, supervisory, or professional capacity in a business environment. Work experience requirement may be waived if the undergraduate level GPA is 3.25 or above.
4. Submission of GRE / GMAT test scores is currently waived for admission. For candidates who do not meet the minimum GPA or work experience requirements, test scores may be submitted to augment the application. Minimum GMAT score of 450 and a minimum score of 1000, calculated as GMAT score plus (200 x overall undergraduate GPA).
5. A $40.00 application fee is required for domestic students and $60.00 for International students for Graduate Admission.
Curriculum
MBA: General Emphasis
Core Courses: (18 Hours Required)
BA 620 Managerial Economics Analysis
BA 648 Business Research Methods
FI 630 Financial Analysis
MG 640 Organizational Behavior
MG 646 International Management
MK 650 Marketing Analysis
Electives: (9 Hours Required)
MG 644 Production and Operations Management
MG 649 Special Topics in Management
MG 692 Entrepreneurship
Capstone Course: (3 Hours Required)
MG 690 Business Policy and Strategy
MBA: Tourism and Hospitality
Core Courses: (18 Hours Required)
BA 620 Managerial Economics Analysis
BA 648 Business Research Methods
FI 630 Financial Analysis
MG 640 Organizational Behavior
MG 646 International Management
MK 650 Marketing Analysis
Concentration Courses: (9 Hours Required)
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Capstone Course: (3 Hours Required)
MG 690 Business Policy and Strategy
“The changing job market demands new skills and competencies. At Alcorn School of Business, our curriculum emphasizes entrepreneurship and agile thinking. Students will cultivate the ability to adapt, pivot, and effectively evaluate emerging opportunities.”
For More Information Contact:
Dr. Thomas Lalka, Director of Graduate Business Program 
601-877-6456 [email protected]