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Master
of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
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The master of business administration (M.B.A.) program provides
training in business for students interested in understanding the
working nature of business in a competitive environment. Courses in
the M.B.A. program integrate information and theories from various
disciplines, including accounting, economics, finance, marketing,
production operations, and strategic management. The objective of
this program is to develop students into broadly educated business
managers and executives who understand the nature of business as a
whole, with the tools and techniques applicable to a wide variety of
business situations. The capstone for the M.B.A. program gives
students the chance to bring together all of the theories, skills,
and tools studied during the program and integrate them into a
learning experience that highlights the nature of competition and
the kind of strategic maneuvering that must be done in order to
succeed.
The degree requires satisfactory completion of 27
credit hours of the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
curriculum and 9 credit hours of graduate electives for a total of
36 credit hours, or if an area of emphasis is selected for a total
of no less than 48 credit hours. Students who require prerequisite
courses may have to complete more than 36 to 48 credit hours to
receive the M.B.A.
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| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
Online
MBA |
| Program Description |
| The Webster University online Master of Business
Administration (MBA) program started in August 1999, and offers
all required MBA courses, and an increasing selection of elective
courses totally online. The online format is
designed for working adults who want to complete their degree
without interrupting their careers. The Online MBA is a 36
credit hour degree program consisting of 9 core courses and 3
elective courses. Some students may have a further requirement of 3
prerequisite courses. Note: Students may take any
combination of classroom and online classes to complete their MBA
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Business
(M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The objective of the business curriculum is to
provide the student with exposure to the various facets of decision
making for business. The use of theoretical knowledge and models for
problem solving in business is the heart of the program, with the
student acquiring some experiences in the business sciences.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK |
Business and Organizational Security Management (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The complexities of modern society have combined to
generate a variety of threats to business organizations, information
networks, military installations, government operations, and
individuals. The curriculum of the program is based primarily on the
social sciences. The program is designed to give maximum exposure to
security management skills and to provide flexibility for the
specific needs of the individual student. The content of the
security management program complements and assists the student in
preparation for the Certified Protection Professional Program.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: Online |
Information
Technology Management (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The M.A. in information technology management (ITM) program is
designed to educate and develop managers who can effectively manage
the planning, design, selection, implementation, use, and
administration of emerging and converging information and
communications technologies. The program curriculum provides
students with the technical knowledge and management knowledge and
skills needed to effectively integrate people, information and
communication technologies, and business processes in support of
organizational strategic goals.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
Counseling (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The counseling program is designed for individuals pursuing a
career in the professional counseling/mental health counseling
field. The curriculum is focused on providing students with the
theory and skills in counselor training recommended by the American
Counseling Association (ACA) and the National Board for Certified
Counselors (NBCC). The program curriculum satisfies the educational
requirements for state licensure in certain states1 and
the educational requirements for the NBCC2.
The M.A. in Counseling Degree provides concentrations in the
following areas:
LMHC: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified School Guidance Counselor
1 State licensure requirements vary by state.
Discuss the requirements with your academic advisor.
2 National Board for
Certified Counselors (NBCC) requires the courses listed as academic
qualifications for the National Certified Counselors (NCC)
examination. Completion of five (5) prerequisite courses (or
their equivalent) is necessary for individuals with an undergraduate
degree in another major, such as social work, nursing, or criminal
justice.
These include:
- Theories of Personality
- Learning and Cognition
- Social Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology or Psychopathology
- Human Growth and Development
48-60 credit hours (depending on area of concentration) |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK |
Finance (M.S.) |
| Program Description |
| The master of science (M.S.) in finance is designed to provide a
quantitative and comprehensive examination of the finance field.
Students will advance through corporate finance, investments, and
market instruments and institutions. Additionally, students will
experience significant exposure to supporting coursework in the
closely related fields of accounting and economics. A capstone
experience will tie together the major finance topics and expose
students to literature, and the analysis thereof, pertinent to the
field. After a comprehensive examination of the field, students may
choose their electives to satisfy their specific career goals.
Students desiring to take advanced certification, such as the CFA
(Chartered Financial Analyst) or CFP (Certified Financial Planner),
will want to take advanced courses in Investments and Portfolio
Management, while students interested in pursuing careers in other
fields may want to take Entrepreneurial Finance, Capital Budgeting,
International Finance, or similar advanced topics offered by the
School of Business.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK |
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Master of Health
Administration (M.H.A.) |
| Program Description |
| This course of study builds a broad conceptual understanding of
the health care industry, and develops specific, focused
administrative skills that will help graduates guide health care
organizations toward greater efficiency and effectiveness.
36 credit hours |
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Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
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Human Resources Development (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The main objective of the human resources development
program is to develop professionals in human resources development
who have both a broad conceptual understanding of human resources
development and a "working knowledge" of a wide range of individual,
group, and organization development strategies and tactics. This
combination will enhance the careers of students already in human
resources development, and increase the likelihood that students
wanting to enter the field will be productive in their new careers
by leveraging this knowledge base. Another objective of the program
is to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities that are relevant in
a wide variety of different human resources development settings and
roles. For example, the program should prepare students to work in
corporate offices, boutique training firms, or human resources
development consulting firms.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
Human Resources Management (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The goal of the human resources management major is
to prepare human resources professionals to deal with the
complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce. The
program content is designed to provide a comprehensive coverage of
the major human resource responsibilities , addressing strategic and
operational aspects. The courses involve both practical and
theoretical considerations in the professional development of men
and women in the field of human resources in such settings as
business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and
institutions. 36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
Management and Leadership (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| This curriculum is designed for individuals who are seeking a
graduate degree with a broad general management and leadership
perspective.
36 credit hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: JACK & NAVL |
Procurement and Acquisitions Management (M.A.) |
| Program Description |
| The curriculum is designed to provide a broad theoretical and
applied background in the managerial disciplines required to manage
effectively the development, procurement, contracting, and
channeling of material, services, and major systems. 36 credit
hours |
| Curriculum
| Campus Locations: Online |
