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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

Business Administration and Management--General

Kent State University
The Graduate School of Management at Kent State University is AACSB-accredited and offers an innovative curriculum, a high-caliber faculty, and leading-edge technology. Programs include the MBA, MS in accounting, MA in economics, MS in financial engineering, and PhD in business administration. Graduate assistantships are available for all programs.

Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
The College of Management at the C. W. Post Campus of Long Island University offers full- and part-time undergraduate and graduate programs. The AACSB International–accredited MBA program requires between 36 and 48 credits to complete. MBA students may combine weekday (Monday–Thursday) and Saturday courses. A highly regarded Corporate Program, leading to the MBA degree, conducts classes on-site at various corporate locations. Five-year programs are available in Business (BS/MBA) and Accounting (BS/MS in accountancy and BS/MBA in accountancy). In 2007 and 2008, C. W. Post was rated one of the “Best 290 Business Schools” by the Princeton Review. NASPAA-accredited MPA degrees are awarded in public administration and health-care administration. Dual JD/MPA and JD/MBA degrees are offered with Touro Law School, located in Central Islip, NY. Advanced certificates are offered in accounting and taxation, finance, international business, management, marketing, criminal justice, nonprofit management, and gerontology. Contact 516-299-2100 (phone), campusmba@cwpost.liu.edu (e-mail), or www.liu.edu/com.

Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University's MBA program is fully accredited by AACSB and is designed to meet the needs of students with business and nonbusiness undergraduate degrees. There are 3 program options. The 52-hour full-time program is designed for the individual seeking a traditional cohort structured program that, in addition to business-course offerings, emphasizes student professional development through exposure to high-level executives, networking, and career-related activities. In addition, a 48-hour part-time program and a 36-hour professional program are both designed for students seeking more flexibility in course offerings and scheduling. The part-time and professional programs are offered at OSU-Tulsa and through distance learning.

St. Thomas Aquinas College
The Master of Business Administration is for individuals seeking to obtain an MBA in finance, management, marketing, or general business studies. This program is held on weekends. Friday, Saturday, or Sunday classes run for nine weeks each. For information, call 845-398-4109.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
SIU College of Business offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration program with the opportunity to focus on accounting, finance, management or marketing. The course of study prepares individuals for high-level teaching, research and administrative positions in academia, business and government. Candidates must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of business administration and a high potential to undertake significant research in their selected area of specialization. SIU College of Business is accredited by AACSB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and is ranked among the top 100 public business colleges nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.

University of Miami
The University of Miami School of Business Administration is located in Coral Gables, Florida, a major hub of international trade and commerce. The School offers an MBA program with various concentrations, including management, computer information systems, accounting, international business, finance, and marketing; a JD/MBA program; an MD/MBA program; and various MS degrees. Tuition is $1424 per credit hour. Contact 305-284-4607, fax: 305-284-1878, e-mail: mba@miami.edu, Web site: www.bus.miami.edu/grad.

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus
Admission is based on potential for research and teaching and commitment to a career based on the PhD degree. Students in the doctoral program represent a wide range of undergraduate and graduate disciplines. A combination of fellowships and teaching and research assistantships provide a minimum of 5 years of funding to all matriculants. Applications should be submitted by December 31.

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Whitewater's Master of Business Administration (MBA) program provides advanced academic work in the functional aspects of public and private organizations. This professional degree program provides students with general competencies for overall management and allows a degree of specialization in the areas of finance, human resource management, international business, IT management, management, marketing, operations and supply chain management, and technology and training. Internationalization and globalization are important ingredients in courses. A variety of teaching methods are used. Problem-solving and communication skills are emphasized through projects, case studies, and formal and informal presentations. There is diversity among students and faculty members. Many students are employed full-time. There are a significant number of international students. MBA courses are available over the Internet and at the American Family headquarters building in Madison. Also offered are a Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA) degree, which prepares students for the CPA exam, and a certificate program in human resource management.

Washington State University
The MBA and M Acc programs are nationally recognized and accredited by AACSB International. The MBA program focuses on the delivery of innovation, positive societal impact, and globally competitive leadership. The PhD program is highly research oriented and leads to high-level academic competence in all business areas. Phone: 509-335-7617; Web site: www.cb.wsu.edu/graduate.