Master of Business Administration


Winthrop University’s Master of Business Administration program prepares you to advance as a leader in the modern business world. Build your expertise and skills through core classes that focus on globalization, analytics, technology and communication. Take your career to new heights and stand out above the rest with an MBA from Winthrop University.

With both in-person and online formats, our Master of Business Administration program provides options for both full-time students and working professionals. For more information on the online program, visit the Online Master of Business Administration webpage.

Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Accreditation:
Dr. Philip Gibson
gibsonp@winthrop.edu
803/323-2686


Why Winthrop?

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Micro-Certificates

Gain three built-in micro-certificates in Business Analytics, Financial Analysis, and Leadership in Organizations.

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AACSB Accredited

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International), the premier accrediting agency for business school programs.

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GMAT/GRE Waivers

Online GMAT/GRE waivers are available for those that qualify.


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      Our flexible format allows you to complete your degree according to a schedule that balances your goals, work demands, and personal life.

      As you complete the core courses in the MBA program, you will also gain the following microcredentials that can enhance your résumé: 

      • Business Analytics
      • Financial Analytics
      • Leadership in Organizations

      Time to completion: 1.5 - 2 years
      Total Credits: 30
      Format: Campus-based
      Curriculum (MBA)

      The MBA-Finance concentration provides students with more in-depth study of financial topics than the general MBA. Students choosing this concentration tend to work in or aspire to work in the financial industry. 


      Time to completion: 1.5 - 2 years
      Total Credits: 36
      Format: Campus-based
      Curriculum (MBA - Finance)

      Students selecting this concentration often have a management background or an undergraduate degree in HR, management, or general business administration. 

      Graduates from this program are well suited to become managers of human resources departments or advance their HR management careers.


      Time to completion: 1.5 - 2 years
      Total Credits: 36
      Format: Campus-based
      Curriculum (MBA - Human Resources Management)

      This option is intended for well-qualified students in the Winthrop BS in Business Administration program who will complete up to 9 hours of the work for the MBA while enrolled in the undergraduate degree program.

      Accelerated MBA concentrations include:

      • Finance
      • Human Resource Management

      Time to completion: 2 years
      Total Credits: 36
      Format: Campus-based
      Eligibility: Current Winthrop students in the BS in Business Administration program only
      Curriculum (Accelerated MBA program)

      Winthrop University’s online MBA program feature the same curricula and are taught by many of the same faculty as our on-campus programs. You benefit from the flexibility and convenience of being able to access your courses from any device.

      100% Online Tracks include: 

      • Customized
      • Marketing
      • Strategic Leadership

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      Master of Business Administration Deadline (all concentrations): No deadline,  rolling admission

      Graduate Certificate in Management: No deadline, rolling admission

      International Applications: July 15 for fall admission, December 1 for spring admission, May 15 for summer

        Application requirements for the Master of Business Administration program include:

        • The online Graduate Studies application and non-refundable application fee.
        • Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended for undergraduate and graduate coursework.
          • Note: Transcripts must be sent directly to Winthrop's Graduate Studies office from the issuing institution(s).
        • GRE/GMAT test scores.

        Application requirements for the Management Certificate program include:

        • The online Graduate Studies application and non-refundable application fee.
        • Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended for undergraduate and graduate coursework.
          • Note: Transcripts must be sent directly to Winthrop's Graduate Studies office from the issuing institution(s).
        • GRE/GMAT test scores.

        For a list of admission requirements or to apply for the Online MBA Program, visit our online admissions page

        For a list of additional admission requirements as an international applicant, visit our our International Applicants page.

      To be considered for a GMAT/GRE waiver, please submit a GMAT/GRE waiver request form.

    To be considered for a GMAT/GRE waiver, please submit a GMAT/GRE waiver request form.

    GMAT/GRE waiver requests will be considered for MBA applicants who meet one of the following waiver criteria and must be requested when completing the application online:

    • An undergraduate degree with overall 2.75 GPA from a regionally accredited institution with at least four quantitative courses that average a 3.0 GPA.
    • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
    • An earned professional credential such as a CPA, CFP, PE license, CMA, CFE, CIA, etc. OR a graduate degree from an accredited program.

     

    Please note:

    • Admitted students may be required to take additional preparatory coursework or learning modules depending on their academic and/or professional background.
    • GMAT/GRE waivers are not guaranteed to those who meet one of the above criteria. The applicant's entire application packet will be considered when a GMAT/GRE waiver decision is made. 

 


Beyond Graduation

This MBA program provides a broad background in business and leadership to prepare you for a variety of senior business roles. Our graduates are equipped for opportunities that include job titles such as:

  • Director of donor development and philanthropy
  • Director of marketing and public relations
  • Finanical manager
  • Marketing, advertising and promotions manager
  • Senior manager of business insights
  • Senior director of business development
  • Vice president of sales merchandising

 

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