MBA Program Description
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree prepares students for successful participation in business and other organizations competing in domestic and international markets. Through the MBA curriculum, students gain knowledge of functional areas of business within a framework of service and stewardship and develop skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, analytical problem solving, effective communication, and decision making.
MBA Mission
To develop successful professionals through the study and application of theories, concepts, principles, and methods of business administration informed by an ethical worldview.
MBA Program Outcomes
The MBA program is designed to help students understand and live out the SAU Concept through active participation in business and organizations. Students will integrate the Christian perspective and the discipline of business administration with an emphasis on stewardship and service. Students will gain mastery in business area knowledge, recognize the impact of culture and diversity on global business, and demonstrate skills in effective communication, professional collaboration, teamwork, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and problem solving. Program outcomes are categorized into eight specific areas: knowledge, skills, scholarship, application, innovation, personal development, ethical perspective, and global awareness.
MBA Policies
In addition to the policies listed in the General Information and Academic Policies sections of this catalog, MBA program has the following policies.
Grade Requirements
MSN-MBA students will follow the MBA minimum grade requirements in all MBA courses. See the MSN section in this catalog for details.
Multiple Concentrations
Before students complete the final Foundation course, they may petition to declare additional concentrations beyond the required 12 credit hour concentration in the MBA program. Petitions will be considered and granted or denied by MBA program personnel. In general, petitions for additional concentrations will be granted if the additional concentration includes at least one non-overlapping course to any combination of other concentrations. No course substitutions will be allowed for additional concentrations.
MBA Concentrations
Executive Leadership Concentration
Prepares business professionals to predict and influence individual and group behavior through executive and strategic leadership. The concentration is designed for organizational professionals already proficient in administrative management. Broadens knowledge and skills through executive and strategic leadership, executive and strategic planning, and advanced management focus.
Healthcare Administration Concentration
Develops management knowledge and skills necessary for healthcare professionals and builds business acumen required for effective health care leadership. The concentration courses focus on the complexities and trends in the healthcare industry by focusing on contemporary issues in healthcare administration, policy, economics, quality, and strategy in healthcare management.
Human Resource Development Concentration
Develops knowledge and skills necessary to leverage organizational human resources to improve individual performance and enhance organizational effectiveness. The concentration courses focus on helping students strengthen skills in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis necessary for identifying and solving human-related issues within an organization. Prepares students to promote employee and organizational growth through individual and organizational learning.
Management Concentration
Develops skills necessary for effective traditional management in organizations. The concentration is designed for individuals interested in strengthening traditional business administration and management knowledge and skills.
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