Specialized MBA
Specialized MBA: A Foundation of Business With an Area of Specialty
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is devoted to the concepts, analytical tools, and communication skills required for competent and responsible management. The management of an enterprise is viewed in its entirety and within its social, political, and economic environment. The Specialized MBA is a 36-credit hour degree program.
Immersive Learning: Our Specialized MBA Program is designed to build a foundation of business along with specialized skills designed to meet the needs of your career goals. You’ll immerse yourself in a rigorous core business curriculum that enables a specialized certificate.
Foundational Learning: Students are required to take 27 credits of core courses and 9 credits of electives. With both full-time or part-time options and 11 business certification options, students can enroll in online, in-person, or through a hybrid approach. This allows you to choose the option that best fits your schedule and commitments, ensuring a personalized and manageable learning experience.
Career Advancement: An MBA can open doors to higher-level positions and leadership opportunities in various industries. This also means a probable increase in your earning potential.
Program Coursework: Program coursework varies depending on the student's MBA academic journey. For details on program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog.
Accounting
The Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) helps students who have goals of becoming a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or tax professional with a more targeted focus on accounting and taxation.
The MSA program is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Accounting or Business with an emphasis in accounting.
Business Analytics
The MBA with an emphasis in Business Analytics equips students to lead in a data-driven business environment. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as data analyst, business intelligence specialist, or management consultant, with a strong focus on turning data into actionable insights.
The Business Analytics emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in data analysis, predictive modeling, and business intelligence to support strategic decision-making.
Cybersecurity Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Cybersecurity Management prepares students to lead and manage cybersecurity strategies within business environments. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as cybersecurity analyst, risk analyst, IT auditor, or cybersecurity consultant, with a strong focus on protecting corporate IT assets and managing cyber risks.
The Cybersecurity Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in defending against cyber threats and overseeing organizational cybersecurity operations.
Finance
The MBA with an emphasis in Finance prepares students to manage financial strategies and make data-driven decisions in today’s competitive business environment. This track is ideal for professionals pursuing careers as financial managers, investment analysts, or corporate finance specialists, with a strong focus on financial planning and risk management.
The Finance emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in financial analysis, investment strategies, and corporate financial decision-making.
Healthcare Administration
The MBA with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration prepares students to lead and manage in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as healthcare administrator, operations manager, or policy analyst, with a strong focus on improving organizational performance and patient outcomes.
The Healthcare Administration emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business, Healthcare, or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in healthcare management, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance.
Human Resources Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Human Resources Management prepares students to lead and manage workforce strategies in today’s dynamic business environment. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as HR manager, talent acquisition specialist, or organizational development consultant, with a strong focus on aligning people and business goals.
The Human Resources Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in employee relations, talent management, and strategic HR planning.
Innovation Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Innovation Management prepares students to lead organizational change and drive growth through creative problem-solving and strategic innovation. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as innovation manager, product development leader, or business strategist, with a strong focus on fostering innovation in competitive markets.
The Innovation Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in managing innovation processes, strategic planning, and entrepreneurial thinking.
Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Management prepares students to lead teams and organizations in today’s complex business environment. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as operations manager, project leader, or general manager, with a strong focus on strategic planning and organizational leadership.
The Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in leadership, decision-making, and managing organizational change.
Marketing
The MBA with an emphasis in Marketing prepares students to design and implement effective marketing strategies in today’s competitive marketplace. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as marketing manager, brand strategist, or digital marketing specialist, with a strong focus on consumer insights and strategic communication.
The Marketing emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in market research, branding, and digital marketing to drive business growth.
Project Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Project Management prepares students to lead projects from initiation to completion in today’s fast-paced business environment. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as project manager, operations leader, or program coordinator, with a strong focus on strategic planning and resource management.
The Project Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in project planning, execution, and leadership to ensure successful outcomes.
Space-Cyber Enterprise Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Space-Cyber Enterprise Management prepares students to lead and manage in the rapidly growing space and cybersecurity sectors. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles in space business management, cybersecurity strategy, or defense-related enterprise leadership, with a strong focus on space missions and cyber threat mitigation.
The Space-Cyber Enterprise Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in space business principles, space cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance to support strategic decision-making in the global space economy.
Sport Management
The MBA with an emphasis in Sport Management prepares students to lead and innovate in the global sports industry. This track is ideal for professionals seeking roles such as sport marketing manager, event coordinator, or athletic administrator, with a strong focus on governance, revenue generation, and strategic leadership in sport organizations.
The Sport Management emphasis is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field who want to develop advanced skills in sport marketing, organizational behavior, and legal/ethical decision-making within the sports industry.