Gary Tharaldson School of Business

The University of Mary Master of Business Administration program helps students develop the skills, knowledge, and abilities needed to excel in a complex and constantly changing environment. To that end, the program focuses on the application of business practices in a variety of organizational settings.

This MBA program prepares business professionals for management and leadership positions. The curriculum is an integrated blend of leading-edge research and practice, providing a solid foundation for decision-making to motivate people and move organizations forward.

Program Format

The MBA program is in an accelerated format and can be completed in 20-23 months, depending on areas of concentration. This program is available on site with classes meeting one night a week, or online 24/7. The curriculum is provided in a series of learner guides with detailed assignments for each week, helping students plan around their busy work and home schedules.

Admission Requirements

Individuals holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and who have an undergraduate GPA of 2.5 overall, or 2.75 during the last two years of the undergraduate degree, or 3.0 in a major field will be admitted to begin graduate study.

There is no deadline for application and programs begin three times a year, in January, May, and September.

Areas of Study

MBA concentrations are available in:

• Accountancy
• Executive (on site only)
• Health care
• Human resource management
• Management

In addition to MBA programs, U-Mary also offers master’s degrees in strategic leadership, project management, counseling, education, and nursing with concentrations in nurse administrator, nurse educator, and family nurse practitioner.

Accreditation

The University of Mary has enjoyed continuous accreditation by The Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, since 1969.