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Program Overview

An MBA is a valuable credential in the business world, especially when it’s from a respected institution that’s been teaching tomorrow’s business leaders for 120 years. At the Hutton School of Business, preparing you for long-term career success is our top priority.

Our online MBA program offers:

  • A rich curriculum with challenging assignments and group projects and the most current and relevant case studies.
  • Instructors who are experts in their field and Advisors who are knowledgeable and accessible.
  • The support and flexibility to accommodate working professionals.
  • Unique networking opportunities and career preparation.

For those interested, we also offer an optional concentration in Accounting. Please see below for additional information.

More than a Credential

You can complete the MBA degree program in 18 months. MBA courses are scheduled during the traditional academic year in eight-week bi-terms. This format enables a focused, but flexible pursuit of the 30 credit hours (36 credit hours for the Accounting concentration) necessary for completion of the MBA.

As an MBA student at the Hutton School of Business, you will be part a community of learners that provide a sense of camaraderie, as well as collegial, academic support. During your time in the MBA program, you will also have the opportunity to interact with business professionals, experienced faculty, and nationally-recognized speakers.

As a Hutton School of Business MBA graduate you will be able to:

  • Apply ethical reasoning skills
  • Formulate and apply problem-solving strategies
  • Apply technology-based skills to explore and solve complex business issues
  • Communicate effectively in professional situations
  • Work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills

Get started on your MBA degree online today! Call 800.343.1609 or simply fill out the short Student Information Form

Core Courses (21 hours)

BAOL 531 Managerial Accounting 3 credit hours
BUOL 532 Organizational Behavior 3 credit hours
BUOL 533 Marketing Management 3 credit hours
BUOL 534 Managerial Finance 3 credit hours
BUOL 535 Managerial Economics 3 credit hours
BUOL 537 Legal, Ethical, and Social Environment 3 credit hours
BUOL 538 Strategic Decision-Making* 3 credit hours

Seminar Hours (3 hours)

BUOL 511 Current Issues in Business 1 credit hour

Business Electives (6 hours)

BUOL 536 Advanced Management Information Systems 3 credit hours
BUOL 538 Management of Investments 3 credit hours
BUOL 539 Research and Report Writing 3 credit hours
BUOL 631 Managing in a Global Environment 3 credit hours
BUOL 632 Advanced Human Resource Management 3 credit hours
BUOL 690 Customer Satisfaction Measurement 3 credit hours

Accounting Electives (15 hours)**

BAOL 537 Taxation of Business Ethics
BAOL 539 Advanced Accounting Information Systems
BAOL 632 Advanced Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
BAOL 635 Advanced Accounting Theory
BAOL 637 Tax Research and Practice
BAOL 638 Advanced Assurance Services
BAOL 690 Special Projects in Accounting and Related Subjects

* All candidates completing the Master of Business Administration degree will complete a written Comprehensive Examination at or near the completion of BADM 638, Strategic Decision-Making. Degree candidates must pass all sections of the comprehensive examination to complete the program.

** These classes are only required for students who choose to pursue the optional concentration in Accounting.

General Information
Course Catalog and Handbook Requires 30 credit hours of coursework, and can be completed in 18 months.

Upcoming Term Dates
May 7, 2012
July 2, 2012
Aug 27, 2012
Oct 22, 2012
Jan 7, 2013

Tuition
Credit hour $300
3 credit hour course $900
30 hour program $9,000
There is a $50 technology fee assessed each eight-week term that you are enrolled. Regardless of the number of courses you take per term it is a $50 flat fee.