Emporia State University

What you'll study

The MBA requires 33 credit hours: a 24-hour core and 9 hours of electives. Core courses listed in the curriculum include:

• BC 807: Managerial Economics
• BU 820: Quantitative Analysis of Business Decisions
• AC 843: Management Accounting and Business Analysis
• FI 850: Advanced Financial Management
• MG 853: Behavioral Aspect of Management
• MK 864: Marketing Strategy
• IS 873: Information Systems for Managerial Decisions
• MG 899: Strategic Management

Information-Systems electives (9 credits) available include:

• IS 813: Information Technology Project Management
• IS 823: Systems Analysis and Design
• IS 853: Business Analytics

Entry requirements

Applicants submit a Graduate School application with an unofficial bachelor’s transcript, résumé/CV, cover letter and copy of government-issued ID at the time of application. Official bachelor’s transcripts showing at least 60 credit hours and final grades are required for admission and for transfer-credit review; additional post-bachelor transcripts must be provided if used for transfer credit or last-60 GPA.

Admission is granted to applicants who meet one of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale, regional accreditation or equivalent).
• A master’s degree in any field with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• A bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.65 or higher plus at least three years of professional leadership experience.
• Applicants with a last-60 or cumulative GPA between 2.65 and 3.0 may submit additional materials for holistic review (examples cited include evidence of rigorous program, success in quantitative courses, or strong standardized test scores).

Career prospects

The MBA is presented as a degree that broadens professional options and can increase earning potential. Graduates gain quantitative business insights, managerial perspectives on organizational behavior and analytical skills for decision-making—preparing them for leadership and technology-informed management roles across business functions.

Scholarships & funding angle

Scholarships are available through the School of Business. The BizHornet Center on campus provides student services such as advising, scholarship information, mentoring and support for student organizations and activities relevant to business students.