MBA - Business Administration
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Elevate Your Leadership Potential.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Springfield College is designed for students ready to accelerate their careers and is structured to help you get off to a fast start.
The coursework provides a blend of theory and practice, offering learning experiences and business acumen that are critical to working in business. You will receive training in areas including finance, marketing, accounting, data analytics, and management. Most of the classes in the program include experiential learning that allows students to gain real-world problem-solving, which is greatly valued by employers. A Springfield College MBA will position you to be
marketable if you are launching your career or as a means to accelerate it.
Our graduates have been able to leverage their advanced business degree into rewarding careers in the areas of management, marketing, finance, and accounting. An MBA is valued in virtually every industry, making the prospective career avenues unlimited.
What job can I get with a degree in Business Management?
Imagine developing strategies that revolutionize industries, lead global teams, and create meaningful organizational impact. A Master's in Business Management from Springfield College is more than a degree—it's your strategic launchpad to leadership roles that shape the global business landscape.
Data is from the 2024 Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
The responsibilities of top executives largely depend on an organization’s size. In small organizations, such as an independent retail store, an owner or manager often is responsible for hiring, training, quality control, and day-to-day supervisory duties. In large organizations, chief executives typically focus on formulating policies and planning strategies, while general and operations managers direct day-to-day operations.
Advertising managers create interest among potential buyers of a product or service. They do this for a department, an entire organization, or individual projects (referred to as an account).
Some advertising managers specialize in a particular field or type of advertising. For example, media directors determine the way in which an advertising campaign reaches customers, whether through radio, television, or various other media. Account executives have a different focus: they oversee client accounts but do not develop or supervise advertising projects themselves.
Marketing managers estimate demand and identify potential markets for products and services that an organization and its competitors offer. They may develop pricing and other strategies, such as ways to acquire and retain customers. They work with product development, public relations, and sales staff to help organizations maximize their profits and market share while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Financial managers spend much of their time analyzing data and advising senior managers on ways to maximize profits. They often work on teams, acting as advisors to top executives.
Financial managers must have knowledge of the topics, tax laws, and regulations that are specific to their organization or industry. For example, government financial managers must be experts on appropriations and budgeting processes; healthcare financial managers must understand billing, reimbursement, and other business matters related to healthcare.
How to Apply:
Prerequisite Requirements
Applicants for the MBA program must have completed at least two of the following foundational courses at the graduate and/or undergraduate level, or a combination of coursework and demonstrated professional experience. Each course should be the equivalent of at least 3 credit hours of academic work as evidenced by a grade of "C-" or better on an official transcript from a regionally accredited institution.
- Financial or Managerial Accounting
- Financial Management
- Economics (Microeconomics or Macroeconomics)
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Applicants who have not completed the foundational undergraduate prerequisite coursework stated above may complete them by one or a combination of the following methods:
Taking the following Undergraduate CLEP/DANTES/DSST examinations receiving a passing grade leading to 3 credit award recommendations:
Principles of Macroeconomics. This exam covers aggregate demand and aggregate supply, and monetary and fiscal policy tools.
Principles of Microeconomics. This exam covers economic principles applying to consumers and businesses.
Financial Accounting. This exam focuses on concepts from an introductory financial accounting course.- Credit by Examination. Students may challenge the prerequisites based on their previous work experience by completing a comprehensive exam based upon the outcomes of the graduate level Foundations of Business course.
Admissions Requirements
Consistent with the admissions requirements of the Master of Business Administration program at the Springfield location, applicants must:
- Possess an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Show the ability to succeed academically
- Through coursework at the graduate and/or undergraduate level, or a combination of coursework and demonstrated professional experience, applicants must have a background in at least two of the following disciplines:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Economics
Please note: If you do not have the undergraduate prerequisites of Economics, Finance, or Accounting, you can still apply, but will need to take BUSM 500 Foundations of Business and BUSM 650 Leadership and Governance in Nonprofits as your first term courses.
Degree Requirements
Consistent with the graduation requirements of the Master of Business Administration program at the Springfield location, students must:
- Successfully complete all required and elective courses (30 semester hours)
- Have a 3.0 or above GPA
- A maximum of six credits may be transferred from a regionally accredited institution, if a final grade of B or above was obtained, and if courses are consistent with concentration requirements
Admissions Requirements
- Complete the online application: Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials and instructions for submitting supplemental materials as listed below.
- Essay: In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
- Resume: Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study.
- Two letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from a faculty member or direct supervisor: Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
- Transcripts: An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
- $100 non-refundable International Application fee
In addition to the above admissions requirements, all international applicants from non-English-speaking countries are required to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS: Other tests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please refer to our language requirements for more information on acceptable tests, minimum scores, exemptions, and conditional acceptance. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed college-level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For this we recommend SpanTran, with its customized portal for Springfield College applicants. World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. are also recommended for your credential evaluations.
The Office of International Admissions can assist you with questions you may have about enrolling at Springfield College as an international student by emailing intladmissions@springfieldcollege.edu.
Application Deadlines
Domestic Students:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as space is available.
International Students:
Fall Start
- Application and Supporting Materials Deadline: May 1
Spring Start
- Application and Supporting Materials Deadline: October 1
Departmental Mission
To offer a transformative business education to emerging leaders who serve society and create enduring solutions to contemporary challenges.
Vision
To be on the creative forefront of teaching, research, and practice, while creating lifelong value and connections for our students and stakeholders.
