Boler MBA Program

Overview

The Boler MBA program is designed for those looking for an MBA that can be completed through mostly on-campus classes. All Boler MBA students get lifetime access to the JCU career center. Additionally, they get access to community service projects as a part of Boler’s commitment to ecosystem impact.

12 to 36 Months

Choose one to three-year completion tracks

ON CAMPUS

Evening classes on campus with online electives and summer courses

Affordable

Visit https://www.jcu.edu/sefs/tuition-and-billing/cost-attendance for more information

No GMAT/GRE

The GMAT or GRE is not required for admission

Program at a Glance

Our 30 credit-hour program can be completed in 1-3 years. Some of the courses you may take are:

Leadership

Through intense exploration and reflection, the course will shed light on the wide variety of skills necessary for success as a leader and manager. The purpose of this course is to provide you with a solid understanding of leadership at the individual, group, and organizational levels.

Analytics

This course uses qualitative analytical and quantitative descriptive and inferential analysis techniques to provide insights for business decision-making. You will learn techniques for classifying people and processes into segments or categories for performance metrics, drawing insights, and generating solutions.

Marketing

Explore the marketing problems of businesses with an emphasis on AI, sustainability, planning, and control that affects both marketing and company-wide operations such as sales forecasting, quota determination, and distribution cost analysis.

Academic Qualifications*
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.8.
- Full-time professional work experience is not required; may have up to five years of full-time work experience.
*If a student doesn't have prior undergraduate work or experience in certain areas (Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Corporate Finance) it could add up to 12 credit hours to the degree.

Application Deadlines

A completed application package must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis, however, the following dates are recommended as program admission decisions are made on a competitive basis:
- Fall: August 1
- Spring: December 1
- Graduate Assistantship Consideration: February 15
- Summer: April 1
Application Materials

The following documents are required to complete your application for review:
- Application – APPLY TODAY
- Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended.
- Statement of Purpose – an essay titled, “Graduate business education: Enabling me to achieve my personal goals and become a leader.”
- Current resume.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation – letter(s) should comment on your academic achievements, managerial capabilities, and potential to flourish in a graduate business program. One Letter of Recommendation is required however you may may submit up to three.
Application deadlines and additional requirements for international students may be found here. International applicants should apply for the on-campus Boler MBA.

- Tuition is billed per credit hour enrolled. Visit: https://jcu.edu/sefs/tuition-and-billing/cost-attendance for the most current information on cost and options to finance your certificate.
- Employer financial assistance is accepted.

Prepare For Your Future, Today

Boler MBA Specializations

We offer 11 different specializations so you can become an expert in your chosen area of business. You are only two electives away from forming a specialization in a specific area.

Specializations exist in:

Accounting
Communication
Economics
Finance
Healthcare Administration
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
International Business
Management & Organizational Leadership
Marketing
Nonprofit Administration
Sports Leadership

Experiential Learning For the Greater Good

Experience the value of learning in real-world work situations, meeting challenges, solving problems, and delivering results--learning that directly translates to current employer, marketplace, and community needs.

International Study Tour

Choose to participate in an International Study tour and expand your global business knowledge overseas.

International Study Tour

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