Master of Business Administration

• • The Basics • •

Is this MBA program for me?

Flexibility is everything. Our MBA program is designed to fit your lifestyle, whether you're a traditional grad student or a working adult. Day or night, online or in class. It's your call.

What will I learn in the MBA program?

Business plans: development, analysis and improvement
Business simulation: testing tactics, evaluating results and teambuilding
E-portfolio: collecting, assembling, managing and promoting
Personal development: identifying opportunities and building skills
Hands-on training: Develop and implement a project with a local business, supervised by a faculty team
Emphasis areas: Accounting, Change Leadership, Finance, Global Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Practicum, Project Management, Sustainable Business, and Technology Management

What can I do with my master's degree in Business Administration?

Earn a reputation as a smart, capable leader.
Build confidence - in yourself and others.
Think strategically. Develop a plan. Account for the variables. Succeed.
Take charge. Get results you desire.
Motivate your team to achieve greatness.

Why CityU?

CityU asked employers in the U.S., Europe and China what they look for when hiring and promoting MBAs. That's why our program offers everything you need, and nothing you don't.
Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in a book. They're smart, successful people who can help you get there, too.
Attend class or complete our MBA program at one of our international sites where we offer this degree.
You don't have to submit GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) or any other standardized entrance examination scores to enroll.

How to get started:

Do you have at least a bachelor's degree? If so, you're eligible to apply. Here's how:

Chat with an admissions advisor or call 888.42.CityU
Apply online
Order your official transcripts from other schools you attended
Submit application with application fee

• • Course Descriptions • •

Total Required Credits:		48

Business Core Courses:		36

Emphasis Areas Choose the Practicum or an Emphasis Area to complete the last 12 credits of the program.

Accounting Our emphasis in accounting will prepare you for the professional challenges of becoming a C.P.A., while providing you with greater versatility and opening the doors to a myriad of opportunities both within the accounting profession and in the field of business. The emphasis comprises four, three-credit review courses. All are designed to help you master the concepts, theories and technical materials routinely tested on the C.P.A. exam and are recognized as accounting credits by the Washington State Board of Accountancy. CPA review course are intended to review accounting concepts and theory and examine the application of these concepts to various business situations. Consequently, students entering this certificate must have completed a major/concentration* in accounting at City University or another university. Students must consult with the State Board of Accountancy for their state's specific requirements for sitting for the exam. *An accounting major or concentration consists of a minimum of courses in the following areas: intermediate accounting series, cost/managerial accounting, individual and corporate tax, audit, and business law. Courses in accounting theory, advanced accounting, and accounting case studies are also very helpful in understanding material presented on the CPA exam. These courses should be master's level or 300 or 400 level if they are undergraduate courses. They should have a letter designation of "AC", or "ACC" specifying they are courses intended for accounting majors.

Change Leadership Today's fast-paced, competitive business world requires flexible leaders who are adept at handling change and finding quick, effective solutions to challenges of all kinds. CityU's Change Leadership emphasis is specifically designed to help you become an effective change agent. Topics you will explore include: methods of creative problem solving; learning how to confront difficult situations; leadership synthesis; leading change in diverse organizational cultures; and ethical leadership.

Finance If you're seeking a career or greater opportunities with a large financial organization such as an insurance company, bank or brokerage house or work in an area managed by a corporate treasurer, CityU's Finance emphasis will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to accomplish your goals. This emphasis is specifically designed to help you understand the ins and outs of capital formation and corporate management; how the markets in securities and capital investments work; the role of banking in business development; and the importance of financial management in public and not-for-profit organizations.

Global Management Our global management emphasis is designed to provide you with an in-depth analysis of the various types of management and leadership so that you can become a more well-rounded manager, one who is better equipped to excel and meet the many different kinds of challenges encountered in today's ever-changing global marketplace.

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Human Resource Management With this emphasis in HR management, you will be able to apply thte skills you learn in class directly to your job. You'll take focused coursework that will provide you with a broad and comprehensive knowledge base of the HR subject areas. This program will also help prepare you to be better equipped for the PHR/SPHR/GPHR certification exams offered by the HR Certification Institute.

Marketing If you're seeking employment or greater opportunities at an advertising agency, marketing research organization, or in the marketing department of a manufacturing or service company, CityU's Marketing emphasis can help you achieve your goals. Topics you will explore include: strategic brand creation and management; consumer behavior; channel management; and public relations and media management.

Practicum Our standard MBA (with practicum) provides you with the opportunity to explore a specialty area with your electives yet still focus on the overall business plan process. You will also gain valuable real world experience working with real businesses, and addressing real issues. You will conclude the program by polishing your presentation skills and presenting your business plan to an outside panel of evaluators.

Elective courses Choose six credits of approved graduate level elective coursework.		6

Project Management Project management is a rapidly growing career field that is recognized and relevant in a broad range of disciplines and industries around the world, including government, military, manufacturing, transportation, health care, information technology and education. City University of Seattle is recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Global Registered Education Provider. As such, you will gain credits toward PMI certification while attending class. In addition, you will be involved in a globally recognized professional development organization that aids in the networking that is critical to support your career development. With this emphasis in your MBA, you will be qualified for project and program management roles in a wide variety of organizations. (Note: Prerequisites for the following four emphasis courses will be waived for MBA students.)

Sustainable Business The concept of sustainability needs to be an important consideration for business today and into the future. It will become a larger part of all our lives as we explore ways to maintain economic growth while maintaining a healthy planet. City University of Seattle's sustainable business emphasis provides skills that all business managers and leaders will need going forward as companies in the global marketplace increase their efforts to implement sustainable practices and achieve greater social justice. If you wish to play an active, more meaningful leadership role in tomorrow's business world, this emphasis is for you. You may also choose to take one additional class (ITMGMT 550 The Responsibilities of Global Citizenship) to earn a Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Business in addition to your M.B.A. degree.

Technology Management If you're seeking a career or greater opportunities with a leading technology company or a technology-driven organization, CityU's Technology Management emphasis will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need. This emphasis is specifically designed to teach you how to: manage technology projects; lead, coach and motivate a technology team; analyze a business process and identify opportunities for technology; and develop a business plan that integrates technology into the business enterprise.

The Language-Assisted MBA Program The M.B.A. is also offered in a language-assisted format for those students whose first language is not English. The program is designed to support students in building their English skills while taking academic courses. In addition to academic courses, students enroll in ELP courses which help advanced learners of English improve the quality of their academic and professional English abilities. Research and critical thinking skills are also emphasized. After completion of the required ELP courses students fulfill City University of Seattle's graduate English proficiency requirements. Note: The English proficiency requirement for the Language-Assisted MBA program is slightly lower than that of the regular MBA. However, if a student cannot meet the English proficiency requirement or would prefer a refresher course, City University of Seattle also offers a University Preparation English Language Program. back to top