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Master of Business Administration

This 36-credit program is tailored to provide specialized knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in today’s ever-changing business environment. It delivers a distinctive educational experience by blending online coursework with hands-on projects. Furthermore, it encompasses a flexible and high-quality curriculum that can be tailored to accommodate your scheduling requirements.

Program Description

Acacia University’s MBA program equips graduates with essential skills and knowledge for leadership roles in various professional environments. The curriculum emphasize strategic planning, organizational effectiveness enhancement, and applied research, ensuring that graduates can make informed decisions that benefit their organizations and the broader business landscape.  

Upon completing the program, MBA graduates can clearly and persuasively present business management strategies, highlighting their significance and implications in a changing global market. They will demonstrate proficiency in implementing established leadership and management theories, frameworks, and models across different business contexts, enabling them to tackle complex challenges with a strategic and analytical mindset.  

Graduates will also demonstrate a strong capacity to assess and navigate critical areas of business management, including finance, marketing, operations, and human resources. This will ensure their grasp of theory and practice inform their decision- making processes.  

In our dynamic, information-rich world, graduates will adeptly utilize technology and data analytics to address complex problems while developing innovative and practical solutions. They will also master research methods to explore global business strategies, equipping them to provide valuable insights in cross-cultural and international business.

environments. This intense focus on applied learning and practical problem-solving empowers graduates to inspire positive change and excel in leadership roles across various industries and sectors.

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    Admission Requirements

    1 Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. The degree must be verified on an original transcript duly signed and certified by the Registrar or other responsible officer of the awarding institution directly to Acacia University. Mail or secure electronic delivery is accepted. Applicants submitting transcripts from non-US institutions may be required to have their transcript evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency.
    2 English language competency – Applicants whose first language is not English and do not have a bachelor’s degree from a university in which instruction is conducted in English must provide evidence of English proficiency. The following are accepted exams and minimum scores required for admission:
    • 60 on the paper-delivered Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT)
    • 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS)
    • 50 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report
    • 100 on the Duolingo English Test
    • 55 on the 4-skill Michigan English Test (MET)
    • 650/LP on the Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE)
    • A minimum score on the College Board Accuplacer ESL Exam Series as follows:
      • ESL Language Use: Score of 85
      • ESL Listening: Score of 80
      • ESL Reading: Score of 85
      • ESL Sentence Meaning: Score of 90
      • ESL Writeplacer: Score of 4
      • Comprehensive Score for all exams of 350
    • A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam.
    • A minimum B-2 English proficiency level identified within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards and assessed through various ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge.
    3 Ongoing access to computer technology – All Acacia University courses are presented online so each applicant must have a computer and internet access to participate.

    Program Learning Outcomes

    Effectively communicate business management strategies and their impact on the external environment in which businesses operate.

    Apply leadership and management models, theories, and frameworks to the business domain

    Evaluate intellectually challenging and practically relevant functional areas in business management.

    Analyze complex problems using technology, data, and strategic approaches.

    Utilize applied research methods to explore global business approaches, strategies, and solutions.

    COURSE NUMBER COURSE TITLE COURSE TYPE TOTAL COURSE CREDIT/CLOCK HOURS
    BMA500 International Marketing Management Core/Required 3
    BMA501 International Human Resource Management Core/Required 3
    BMA502 Sustainability and Business Core/Required 3
    BMA503 Operations and Project Management Core/Required 3
    BMA504 Finance for Business Leaders Core/Required 3
    BMA505 Essentials of Business Analytics Elective 3
    BMA506 Strategic Management and Leadership Core/Required 3
    BMA507 Supply Chain and Logistics Management Core/Required 3
    BMA508 Accounting for Next-Generation Leaders Elective 3
    BMA509 Socio-Economic and Legal Environment Core/Required 3
    BMA510 Strategic Leadership and HR Practices In Organizations Elective 3
    BMA511 Data Analytics in Business Processes Elective 3
    BMA512 Research Methods Capstone 2
    BMA513 Master’s Thesis Capstone 4
    Tuition

    Total Fee: $5000

    Cost Per Credit: $138.88

    The courses are $138.88 per credit

    Example

    The cost for a 3-credit graduate level course is $416.64
    ($138.88 x 3)

    The total cost for a 36-credit MBA program is $5175
    ($138.88 x 36 + $75.00 one-time application fee + $100 graduation fee)

    Fee Details
    Mandatory fees:
    Application Fee (one-time) $75
    Graduation Fee $100
    Official Transcript Fee $10

    Who Should Enroll

    The MBA program at Acacia University is specifically designed for graduate-level students seeking to enhance their career prospects by acquiring advanced knowledge and skills. This program provides a comprehensive learning experience, enabling students to develop expertise in key areas, including Operations Management, Business Research, Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Business Sustainability, and Business Analytics. Acacia University is a premier global provider of this educational framework, characterized by its distinguished faculty and competitive affordability.

    Transfer Credits

    Acacia University recognizes the prior learning of admitted students by awarding credit for courses at the graduate level, completed at an accredited institution, and documented through official transcript when the credit is applicable to the student’s degree program at this institution. Acacia University may award transfer credits not to exceed a maximum of fifteen (15) credits required for a master’s degree program and a maximum of nine (9) credits required for a professional doctoral degree program through transfer credit. Credit awarded for experiential or equivalent learning cannot exceed 25 percent or nine (9) of the credits required for a master’s degree. Courses accepted for transfer credit must be relevant to the program of study, equivalent in both content and degree level, and not more than ten years old.   

    Credits from another degree cannot be transferred or used for an additional degree at Acacia University.   

    The acceptance of transfer credits between institutions lies within the discretion of the receiving college or university. Credits earned at other institutions may or may not be accepted by Acacia University. Likewise, credits earned at Acacia University may or may not be accepted by another institution depending upon its own programs, policies, and regulations. Students planning to complete credits for a graduate degree in another college, university, or graduate school are advised to contact the Admissions Office of such institution in advance of applying.

    Payment Policies

    Tuition and fees are payable at the time of registration for each course. Students will not receive official grade reports, transcripts, or be awarded a degree until all financial obligations have been met. Students who have outstanding financial obligations to Acacia University will not be permitted to register for future courses unless special arrangements have been approved through the Finance Office.

    Students may pay by check, money order, wire transfer, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover). International students must pay with U.S. currency. Students whose employers will be invoiced for tuition shall submit a billing authorization form prior to the second week of class in lieu of course payment.

    Military tuition assistance (TA) students may be eligible for a deferral of tuition once their DA 2171 Form has been completed, authorized, and received by Acacia University

    Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits

    In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679(e), Acacia University adopts the following additional provisions for any students using the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from VA. Acacia University will not:

    • Prevent the student’s enrollment;
    • Assess a late penalty fee to the student;
    • Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;
    • Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional resources) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

    However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

    • Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class;
    • Provide a written request to be certified;
    • Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies

    GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

    * Disclosure notice to US students:

    Acacia University offers graduate degrees for educators to achieve their professional goals. Completion of a degree program in itself does not constitute having a professional credential. Professional certifications and licenses are governed by boards empowered via State laws and/or professional organizations and commissions. Therefore, Acacia programs are NOT a pathway to teacher licensures in the US.

    This information is provided per U.S. Federal Regulations, 34 CFR § 668.50 (2016 Rules), 34 CFR § 668.43 (2019 Rules), and in compliance with the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) Manual version 19.2.

    Acacia University is an approved institution of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) which allows the university to provide distance learning programs and coursework to students located in states other than Arizona. NC-SARA approval does not grant reciprocity or exemption from state professional licensing requirements.

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