Admissions
Please refer to www.wilmu.edu/admission/mba_admission.aspx for general graduate admission information. For consideration and admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, applicants must satisfactorily submit and/or complete the following:
- A graduate application for admission accompanied by a non-refundable application fee.
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Applicants whose native language is not English or who have graduated from an institution where English is not the language of instruction should contact International Admissions or go to the University's website for admission requirements.
- A program planning conference meeting with a program chair or advisor to discuss admission, candidacy, and program requirements is highly recommended.
- Students must request official copies of their undergraduate transcript(s) at the time of their application submission.
MBA applicants should review the sections on "MBA Admission and Candidacy requirements," as well as "Advancement to Degree Candidacy," below.
All required application, transcripts, and candidacy documents should be sent to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Program Purpose
The MBA program is designed to prepare students for management and leadership positions in all types of business enterprises including health care organizations, financial institutions, and not-for-profit organizations. The program is designed with an emphasis on executive skills development, quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques, and the knowledge and professional capabilities necessary for the execution of complex managerial duties in today’s global business environment. Embedded in the MBA program is an appreciation for the role of business in a pluralistic society and the international community.
Program Competencies
In addition to the University graduate school graduation competencies, the following competencies apply to the MBA program:
- Use financial management, economic principles, and modern marketing techniques to ensure the efficient operation and strong fiscal future of the organization.
- Prepare a strategic plan that will critically examine the organization’s internal and external environments and select creative, feasible business alternatives.
Program Design
The philosophy of the Wilmington University MBA program is closely aligned with its instructional format. The program is organized through a series of coordinated accelerated 7-week courses and is scheduled to accommodate the needs of students who maintain full-time employment while pursuing their degree. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete degree requirements at their own pace. Classes are offered at the Wilson Graduate Center and are scheduled on weeknights and Saturdays. Classes are also offered at multiple satellite campuses and are scheduled primarily on weeknights. Many of the MBA courses and concentrations are available fully online.
MBA Admission and Candidacy Requirements
The MBA program requires the following undergraduate coursework:
1) Mathematics. Three credits in undergraduate mathematics with a grade of “C” or better at the level of college algebra, college mathematics, statistics, or higher (equivalent to Wilmington University MAT 110 or higher or a passing grade on the CLEP college algebra examination).
2) Economics. Three credits in undergraduate economics with a grade of “C” or better (equivalent to Wilmington University ECO 105 or a passing grade on the CLEP microeconomics or macroeconomics examination).
3) Accounting*. Three credits of undergraduate Accounting I with a grade of “C” or better (equivalent to Wilmington University BAC 101). Students may complete MBA 5850, Financial Accounting for MBAs, to meet this requirement. Students who wish to test out of the accounting pre-requisite can submit a passing grade on the CLEP Financial Accounting exam.
4) Finance. Three credits of undergraduate finance with a grade of “C” or better (equivalent to Wilmington University FIN 305). Students may complete MHR 7830, Finance and Accounting for Managers, or FIN 305to meet this requirement.
An on-campus (only) exam is available for students who wish to test out of this requirement. Students may ask for details.
Students who need to fulfill any of the prerequisite undergraduate course requirements may enroll in specially designed graduate courses or appropriate undergraduate courses that carry no credit toward the MBA degree.
Incoming MBA students are expected to have a basic proficiency in spreadsheet software applications and writing skills at a level necessary for success in graduate coursework. Applicants are encouraged to discuss potential shortcomings in these areas and corrective solutions during their program planning conference.
*See MBA: Accounting for specific undergraduate accounting pre-requisites for the Accounting concentration.
Registration
It is highly recommended that students take MBA 6000 as the first course in the MBA program.
Prior to registering for the second MBA course students should:
- Submit official transcript(s) from an accredited college, university, or other degree-granting institution verifying completion of a bachelor’s degree. Send official transcript(s) directly from the identified college or university to the Wilmington University Graduate Admissions office or email gradadmissions@wilmu.edu.
- Meet with a program Chair for a program planning conference if not completed earlier. Official transcript(s) should be on file prior to the conference. Students may bring unofficial transcript(s) to this meeting if official transcript(s) are not yet on file.
Advancement to Degree Candidacy
Students who have met the MBA admission requirements are advanced to degree candidacy after completing four courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0, provided they have met the following requirements:
- Official undergraduate transcript(s) are on file with the Graduate Admissions office.
- Successfully completed MBA 6000 as one of the first four courses in the program.
- Fulfilled all of the undergraduate pre-requisite coursework listed in the section above.
Students who have not completed all of the above requirements prior to completing 12 graduate credits will not advance to candidacy status. Students who do not meet the candidacy requirement will be unable to register for additional classes until they meet with a program Chair and agree on a plan of action ensuring student’s successful completion of the MBA candidacy requirements.
MBA Concentrations
In addition to the traditional MBA program above, students may elect to concentrate in a particular area of study. The following concentrations are offered:
Accounting*
Business Analytics
Business Technology Management
Environmental Sustainability
Finance
Health Care Administration
Homeland Security
Human Resource Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing Management
Nonprofit Management
Organizational Leadership
Each of the above MBA program concentrations require twelve 3-credit graduate courses consisting of the seven course MBA common core and five courses in the declared MBA concentration.
*The MBA with a concentration in Accounting requires a six course, 18-credit hour common core. Advanced Managerial Accounting MAC 7200 is taken within the Accounting concentration. MBA 6100 is not included in the MBA Accounting curriculum.
The Wilmington University MBA Program
The MBA program is based upon the belief that students must understand the complex relationships of the various organizational functions of economics, finance, marketing, operations, and management on a global basis. The program consists of twelve 3-credit hour courses divided into a seven course common core and a five course concentration. The MBA core is required of all students and provides an in-depth and integrated exposure to the fields of economics, finance, accounting, management, leadership, quantitative methods, and business strategy.
The MBA Common Core:
MBA Without a Concentration
In addition to the MBA core, students complete the following courses:
| MBA 7592 | Global Enterprise Development | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
One of the following three courses:
Two electives
Two elective courses, with certain exceptions, may be taken from any of the electives offered in the graduate Business programs. Students should consult with their program Chair or advisor when selecting MBA electives.
The MBA without a concentration is the only MBA option with open electives.
Graduate-level courses taken to meet program admission pre-requisites are not applied towards the 36 credit-hour requirement for MBA degree completion.
MBA with a Concentration in Accounting
In addition to the MBA admission and candidacy requirements listed above, the MBA Accounting concentration has the prerequisite completion of 12 credit hours of undergraduate Accounting: Accounting I & II (equivalent to W.U. BAC101 and BAC102) and Intermediate Accounting I & II (equivalent to W.U. BAC201 and BAC202).
To fulfill the requirements for the MBA with a concentration in Accounting, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core and an 18-credit hour concentration in Accounting.
Courses
| MBA 6000 | Organizational Behavior and Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| MBA 6300 | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 6400 | Economic and Financial Environment of Business | 3 |
| MBA 7200 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 8800 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| MAC 7100 | Financial Accounting Theory, Policy, and Research | 3 |
| MAC 7200 | Advanced Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MAC 7300 | Issues in Auditing and Assurance Services | 3 |
| MAC 7400 | Fraud Prevention and Forensic Accounting | 3 |
| MAC 7500 | Federal Taxation, Policy, and Research | 3 |
| MAC 7600 | International Accounting and Taxation | 3 |
MBA Core 18 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Business Analytics
Business Analytics (BA) refers to using statistical and other analytical tools to leverage data to measure performance, improve business processes, and optimize business decision-making. BA can be applied to an organization as a whole, or to specific projects, processes, or products. BA knowledge and skills are increasingly in demand by potential employers of our graduates.
Courses
| MBA 6000 | Organizational Behavior and Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| MBA 6100 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MBA 6300 | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 6400 | Economic and Financial Environment of Business | 3 |
| MBA 7200 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 8800 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| MBA 7710 | Seminar in Data Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 7715 | Advanced Statistics for Business Analytics | 3 |
| MBA 7720 | Forecasting for Business Analytics | 3 |
| MBA 7725 | Optimization for Business Analytics | 3 |
| MBA 7730 | Simulation for Business Analytics | 3 |
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Business Technology Management
This MBA program concentration provides instruction in a growing cross-disciplinary area of business: the intersection of business processes, data analysis, and the technology applications that support these integrated business processes. This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating advanced research, written, decision-making, and problem-solving skills as related to business operations concepts; and 2) formulating an understanding of the issues related to the integration of technology and business operations in firms operating in a contemporary global environment and develop systems-based approaches related to this integration.
Courses
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Environmental Sustainability
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge of how to strategically align the needs of businesses with environmental needs in order to promote ecological sustainability and 2) utilizing management skills necessary to meet the complex technological and ethical issues relating to environmental issues both at the domestic and global level.
Courses
| MBA 6000 | Organizational Behavior and Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| MBA 6100 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MBA 6300 | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 6400 | Economic and Financial Environment of Business | 3 |
| MBA 7200 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 8800 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| MBA 7802 | Economic and Financial Analysis of Environmental Issues | 3 |
| MBA 7803 | Project Management with Sustainable Green Technologies | 3 |
| MBA 7804 | Environmental Regulations and Ethical Issues | 3 |
| MBA 7805 | Strategic Planning for Sustainable Organizations | 3 |
| MBA 7810 | Principles of Environmental Sustainability | 3 |
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Finance
This concentration has an additional program competency of exercising decision making skills in the area of financial management to meet business strategy.
Courses
Select five of the following six courses:
MBA 7294: ideally scheduled immediately following MBA 7200.
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Health Care Administration
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) analysis of decision making as it relates to Health Care Administration and 2) to demonstrate knowledge of health policy, insurance and reimbursement.
Courses
| MBA 6000 | Organizational Behavior and Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| MBA 6100 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MBA 6300 | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 6400 | Economic and Financial Environment of Business | 3 |
| MBA 7200 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 8800 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| HCA 7700 | Seminar in Health Care Administration | 3 |
| HCA 7720 | Health Policy and Economics | 3 |
| HCA 7730 | Health Insurance and Reimbursement | 3 |
| HCA 7740 | Legal Aspects in Health Care | 3 |
| HCA 7745 | Marketing in the Health Care Sector | 3 |
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Homeland Security
Issues involving homeland security have become a priority at all levels of the corporate world. Business professionals need to know the problems involved and be prepared to adapt to the ever changing landscapes in homeland security in order to maintain a safe and secure work environment. This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge in the area of risk assessment and homeland security management and 2) determining future strategies for meeting security challenges in organizations.
Courses
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Human Resource Management
To fulfill the requirements of the MBA with a concentration in Human Resource Management, students must complete the 21-credit hour Business Administration core and an 18-credit hour concentration. The Master of Business Administration Human Resource Management concentration equips individuals with the essential competencies necessary to lead and develop the human capital of organizations. The MBA blends the strategic business acumen with the human resources skills necessary for the business executives of today and tomorrow. The MBA in Human Resources is an ideal degree for human resource professionals seeking to diversify their portfolio of competencies to advance their career, profession, and organizations.
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
Courses
MBA with a Concentration in Management Information Systems
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating decision making IT strategies in the areas of analysis, modeling, and design and 2) knowledge of available communication and networking in order to meet IT strategies within the organization.
Courses
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Marketing Management
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge of management issues affecting marketing in global environments confronting U.S. organizations today and 2) formulating business strategies in order to meet sales, marketing, and customer service needs.
Courses
In addition to the MBA core, students complete the following courses:
| MBA 7603 | Market Research and Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| MBA 7606 | Business to Business and Business to Government Marketing | 3 |
| MBA 7608 | Integrated Marketing Communications | 3 |
Two of the following three courses:
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Nonprofit Management
Nonprofit agencies play an increasingly important role in providing a wide range of client-based services in today’s economy. This new concentration will provide nonprofit agencies with a source of potential leaders exposed to critical nonprofit business functions including leadership, administrative governance, and fundraising. This degree program combines a seven course common core with a five course concentration that provides cross-disciplinary exposure to instruction from the Colleges of Business (COB) and Social & Behavioral Sciences (COSBS). This concentration has three additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating advanced research, written, and oral communication skills; 2) applying decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills related to scenarios and issues relevant to 503c agencies; and 3) formulating an understanding of the issues facing nonprofit agency leaders in today’s economic environment and develop strategies to effectively address those issues.
Courses
| MBA 6000 | Organizational Behavior and Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| MBA 6100 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MBA 6300 | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 6400 | Economic and Financial Environment of Business | 3 |
| MBA 7200 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 8800 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| AHS 7685 | Fund Development & Fundraising in the Human Service Environment | 3 |
| NPM 6400 | Leadership and People | 3 |
| NPM 6503 | Administrative Law | 3 |
| NPM 7300 | Seminar in Nonprofit Management | 3 |
Choose one of two elective options:
Any AHS, MBA (except 5850), MGT (except 6501), MHR (except 7830), or MOL course.
or
MBA Internship:
MHR 6503 "Law, Regulation, and the Workplace" is a recommended elective.
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.
MBA with a Concentration in Organizational Leadership
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) evaluating the need for using teams with respect to organizational effectiveness and 2) knowledge of theories and principles of change management as it relates to leadership. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete degree requirements at their own pace.
Courses
Select one of the following five courses:
MBA Core 21 credits
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses or 36 credits.