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Master in Business Administration

Certifications and short courses

Programs designed for rapid upskilling in digital skills and competencies.

Course modality

100% online, asynchronous, and flexible, with instructor support and 24/7 access to virtual resources.

Languages

Programs in English, with an option for Spanish.

Program Description

The Master in Business Administration is a comprehensive graduate program that develops strategic leaders with strong analytical, managerial, and innovation skills to succeed in competitive global markets. The program integrates core business disciplines such as finance, marketing, operations, and organizational leadership with practical tools for decision-making and entrepreneurship. 

The Master in Business Administration offers the flexibility to specialize in one of the following high-demand fields: 

  • Major in Strategic Management: Focuses on designing and executing business strategies, managing change, and fostering innovation to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. 
  • Major in Sports Management: Equips students with the skills to manage sports organizations, events, sponsorships, and marketing within the dynamic sports and entertainment industries. 
  • Major in Business Analytics: Prepares professionals to harness data-driven insights, apply predictive modeling, and use business intelligence tools to improve organizational performance. 

The program is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers, lead business transformations, or launch entrepreneurial ventures in diverse industries. 

Program Objective

The Master in Business Administration aims to: 

  1. Develop leadership and strategic thinking skills essential for driving organizational growth and innovation. 
  2. Enhance decision-making capabilities through the application of quantitative and qualitative business tools. 
  3. Strengthen managerial expertise in finance, marketing, human resources, and operations across various industries. 
  4. Foster a global business perspective that incorporates ethical, social, and environmental considerations. 
  5. Equip students with the ability to analyze complex business data and apply analytical models for effective problem-solving. 
  6. Encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in response to market opportunities and challenges. 
  7. Promote effective communication and team collaboration in multicultural and multidisciplinary business environments. 
  8. Prepare graduates for leadership roles in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings, with a deep understanding of their chosen specialization.

Program Breakdown

Course Number 

Course Title 

Credit Hours 

 

REQUIRED CORE COURSES 

 

BUS510 

Managerial Economics and Global Business Environment 

3 

PSY510 

Organizational Leadership and Behavior 

3 

ACC530 

Financial Accounting and Managerial Decision Making 

3 

FIN540 

Corporate Finance and Value Creation 

3 

MKT550 

Marketing Management in the Digital Age 

3 

OPE560 

Operations and Supply Chain Strategy 

3 

BUS520 

Business Analytics and Data-Driven Strategy 

3 

MAN520 

Strategic Management and Business Policy 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

24 

 

MAJOR IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT 

 

MAN610 

Competitive Strategy and Global Positioning 

3 

MAN620 

Strategic Leadership and Change Management 

3 

MAN630 

Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning 

3 

MBA690 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

12 

 

MAJOR IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT 

 

SPM610 

Sports Business and Global Markets 

3 

SPM620 

Sports Event and Facility Management 

3 

SPM630 

Legal and Ethical Issues in Sports Management 

3 

MBA690 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

12 

 

MAJOR IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS 

 

BUS610 

Business Intelligence and Data Visualization 

3 

BUS620 

Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning for Managers 

3 

BUS630 

Big Data Strategy and Governance 

3 

MBA690 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

12 

 

Total 

36 

 

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