Program in Business Administration - South University - Overview

Program of Study

The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree program at South University is designed to provide students with a process-based curriculum versus the standard functional-based curriculum. Students may choose one of eight specializations or mix courses for a general M.B.A. degree. The delivery structure of the program gives students the ability to balance the rigors of work and home while pursuing their master's degree. Students can complete one or two courses each term, with each quarter lasting ten weeks.

The curriculum for the program includes foundation courses in economics, decision-making, behavioral sciences, and strategic environment. The core of the program presents a functional approach to the long- and short-run decisions that must be made to deliver goods and services to constituents.

Research Facilities

Along with classrooms and offices, the campus includes a bookstore, student lounge, and career services center. The South University Library provides in-library and remote access to electronic databases so that students may retrieve periodicals in paper or electronic form. Internet access is available on all computers throughout the campus. South University recommends that students in the M.B.A. degree program own a laptop computer for use with the program's multimedia classroom, business research, and electronic communication.

Financial Aid

A wide range of financial aid options is available to students who qualify. The Virginia Beach campus of South University offers access to federal and state programs, including grants, loans, and work-study programs. Eligible students may apply for veterans' educational benefits and are encouraged to investigate the availability of grants and scholarships through community resources. As a first step, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students may apply electronically at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or through the campus program. Applications should be submitted promptly to receive consideration for the maximum amount of aid.

Cost of Study

Tuition information for the business administration program may be obtained by contacting the Admissions Department at South University's Virginia Beach campus.

Living and Housing Costs

South University does not offer or operate student housing. Business administration program students typically live in apartments in the Virginia Beach area. Students who commute from long distances can arrange to stay at nearby hotels that offer long-term rates. More information is available by contacting the Admissions Department.

Student Group

The Virginia Beach campus of South University has a diverse student body enrolled in both day and evening classes. Students are primarily commuters who live within 50 miles of the city.

Student Outcomes

The South University Career Services Department has been established to assist currently enrolled students in developing their career plans and reaching their employment goals. Career services include, but are not limited to, one-on-one career counseling, special career-related workshops and programs, coaching for resume and cover letter development, and resume referral to employers.

Location

South University's Virginia Beach campus is located in 32,600 square feet of space in the attractive and convenient Convergence Center in Virginia Beach's popular Central Business District. The Virginia Beach campus features a distance-learning center, a library, bookstore, on-site security, student and faculty lounges, as well as health-science labs.

The University

South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. Students should contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South University.

South University's Virginia Beach campus is certified by The State Council for Higher Education in Virginia (James Monroe Building, 101 North Fourteenth Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219; 804-225-2600) to operate in Virginia.

Applying

Students are accepted into the Master of Business Administration degree program every academic quarter. Entrance into the program is gained through a formal application review and interview process. Acceptance is competitive and based on the admission committee's evaluation of the applicant's academic background and personal motivation. Application packets are available by calling the South University Admissions Department 866-629-3031 (toll-free) or visiting the University's Web site (http://www.southuniversity.edu).

Correspondence and Information

Applications for admission to the South University Master of Business Administration program are available by contacting:

M.B.A. Program

South University

301 Bendix Road

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452

United States

Phone: 757-493-6900

877-206-1845 (toll-free)

Fax: 757-493-6990

E-mail: suvbabm@southuniversity.edu

Web site: http://www.southuniversity.edu

See suprograms.info for program duration; tuition, fees, and other costs; median debt; federal salary data; alumni success; and other important information. http://www.southuniversity.edu/programs-info/form/

The Faculty

One of the most outstanding aspects of South University's business administration program is the dedication of the faculty members and their ability to cultivate a supportive learning environment. Faculty members are committed to their roles as mentors, teachers, and co-learners. They are also dedicated to the training of students who can assume positions of leadership within the business administration field. A current list of program faculty members appears in the South University catalog, which is available on the South University Web site (http://www.southuniversity.edu).