College of Business Administration Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University Offers a Top 10 MBA Program

Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles is one of the top MBA schools in California. Its rigorous MBA program includes an advanced curriculum, personalized programs of study, dedicated faculty and flexible schedules.

In fact, in a 2011 survey by "Bloomberg BusinessWeek" magazine, the part-time MBA program at Loyola Marymount University was ranked #13 in the nation and #5 in the west, reinforcing LMU's position as one of the leading part-time MBA programs in California.

A Student-Focused MBA Program

Students who earn their MBA degree from Loyola Marymount University receive a comprehensive education that prepares them for the next level in their careers. As a result, they gain an advantage in an increasingly competitive and dynamic global marketplace.

LMU's MBA program offers a personalized approach to learning so students can be assured that their needs and goals will be addressed. For example, professors and staff take the time to work with students individually and smaller class sizes allow students to develop meaningful relationships with professors and classmates.

In addition, students can complete the program either full-time or part-time and take classes in the late afternoon or evenings. Students also have the option to complete the program through the Jesuit Transfer Network if they move away from the Los Angeles area.

Completion of the MBA Program at Loyola Marymount University

The LMU MBA degree program includes nine core courses, three courses in an area of emphasis, and five elective courses. The program allows students to create individualized curricula and earn their MBA degrees at their own pace.

If all core courses are taken, students can complete the program in two years of full-time study and three years of part-time study.

Choosing Your Area of Emphasis at LMU

MBA students may choose from eight areas of emphasis, including: management and organizational behavior, marketing management, information and decision sciences, human resource management, financial decision systems, accounting decision systems, international business systems, and entrepreneurial organizations.

Additionally, students choose from a wide variety of electives that provide general knowledge in a number of areas.

MBA Program Financial Assistance

Applicants for the MBA program at Loyola Marymount University may be eligible for financial aid including grants, scholarships, loans and student employment such as research and graduate assistantships.

Comprehensive Career Services for MBA Students and Alumni

An MBA degree from LMU is a valuable asset that helps graduates strengthen their professional networks, advance their careers, secure top-level leadership positions and create successful businesses. LMU helps MBA students and alumni achieve their career goals through career counseling, career planning and job search support. Virtual resources include career assessments, a career library, video interviewing solutions and job databases.

Expert Faculty with Real-World Experience

The accomplished faculty in the College of Business Administration is one reason why LMU has one of the leading MBA programs in California. Faculty members are teachers, researchers, mentors and practitioners who bring real-world experience into the classroom.

For example, Dr. Patricia Martinez has published articles in scholarly journals, written a chapter for a book, and presented her research at numerous conferences. She has also held consulting, training and program management positions in the for-profit and non-profit business sectors.

MBA Alumni Success Stories

Many of LMU's MBA alumni have become leaders in their fields and industries. For example, Alison Wallace (MBA '99) is the executive director of fashion for the Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products Group.

Rafael Lopes (MBA '06) is vice president and senior product manager at City National Bank. He also developed and teaches a course called "Designing the Intangible" at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. Lopes is a founding member and past president of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Product Development and Management Association.

Read about more successful MBA alums in "Business Matters," the graduate business e-newsletter for LMU's College of Business Administration, at http://cba.lmu.edu/businessmatters/

Student Life at LMU

Loyola Marymount University provides a full range of resources to help students create well-balanced lives and achieve academic success.

Resources include health care and counseling services, campus ministry and graduate student library services. LMU also provides limited on-campus housing for graduate students as well as off-campus housing assistance.

The university also offers sports and recreational activities, a variety of events, discounted tickets to Southern California attractions and membership in student organizations such as the MBA Student Association and the American Marketing Association.

LMU's One-of-a-Kind Location

Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a first-rate Catholic university that offers more than 9,200 students a supportive community that is "rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions."

LMU's campus is situated atop a bluff in West Los Angeles with magnificent vistas of downtown and the Pacific Ocean.

LMU's close proximity to Los Angeles offers exciting and diverse activities, including more than 840 museums and galleries, professional sports teams, an eclectic mix of shopping and entertainment venues, a myriad of restaurants and a variety of outdoor recreational options.

A Typical Day in the Life ? An Alumni Perspective

Cory Coder, '2011, discusses a typical day he had while attending LMU: "A typical day for me had me arrive on campus about 30 to 45 minutes before class. Getting to campus before class was critical even if it was just to grab a coffee or unwind with fellow classmates. I also used this time to finish up reviewing homework or to meet with professors. Time before class, lunch breaks, weekends are all challenged with this additional workflow, but if you work hard and smart you will still have time for yourself and it will be a very enjoyable experience."

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