Baker College

Programme overview

This dual-degree program combines a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management with a Master of Business Administration. The full program is IACBE-accredited, runs to 135 credit hours and is designed to be completed in approximately four years. Core coursework for the degree is delivered online (Baker Online and Online Live); some general education and prerequisite classes may be available on Michigan campuses. Core courses are not offered on campus.

What you'll study

The curriculum blends undergraduate and graduate management topics to develop managerial, administrative and leadership capabilities. Sample courses listed in the program materials include:

• Applied Leadership (MGT 3310) — examines leadership and management styles, problem-solving, collaboration, resource management, ethics, team-building and traits of effective leaders.
• Human Behavior Management of Organizations (BUS 6150) — explores individuals, groups and whole organizations, alignment of people, leadership techniques and impacts of technology, globalism and virtual teaming.
• Strategy in a Global Environment (BUS 6900) — MBA capstone that integrates prior coursework; includes strategic decision-making, analysis of public corporations and a business decision-making simulation.

Entry requirements

Students enter the dual pathway as undergraduates. To receive the MBA after the bachelor, students must contact the Center for Graduate Studies once they have completed 60 credits toward the bachelor's degree. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to proceed into the MBA portion. Students may be admitted into alternative MBA majors, in which case the academic plan will adjust; up to 15 MBA credit hours may be taken during the junior and senior years and count toward both degrees.

Career prospects

The program targets broadly competent managers prepared for leadership roles across public and private sectors, nonprofits, small businesses and large corporations. The curriculum emphasizes communication, teamwork, decision-making, entrepreneurial management and diversity, preparing graduates for roles that require managing human and physical resources, personnel management, organizational behavior, production management, international business and small-business management.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

While the program materials do not list specific scholarships, prospective students should explore institutional scholarships at Baker College, graduate funding through the Center for Graduate Studies, employer tuition assistance and external scholarships for business students. Contact the college's admissions or financial aid offices for up-to-date funding options.