MBA Admission Criteria

Admission to a graduate program is determined on the basis of demonstrated professionalism, intellectual capability for successful completion of the program and potential for leadership. Students can be admitted to and begin a graduate program during the Spring/January semester, the Summer/May session, or the Fall/August semester. The Office of Admissions processes applications to graduate education programs.

To be considered for admission, students must complete the following:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required.
• Return the completed Graduate application to the Admissions Office with a $30 non-refundable application fee.
• Submit official transcripts from the student’s undergraduate degree-granting institution and transcripts for any graduate work previously completed. An official transcript is one that is sent directly to the Admissions Office from another institution.
• Submit the names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references who can speak to your educational work and experience.

Master of Business Administration Specific Admissions Criteria:

• Some managerial or professional experience is recommended, but not required.
• A resume outlining the work experience and education that has prepared the student to begin graduate study in business administration.
• The GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) may be required at the discretion of the dean of management studies. Students who have taken the GMAT should have all
  scores forwarded to the Admissions Office.

The Lake Erie MBA is designed for general managers. It is possible, however, to choose electives to build a concentration in Healthcare Administration. The General Management track will broaden a student’s overall knowledge in business administration. All students must complete twelve (12) courses: nine (9) core/required and three (3) electives.

Students who do not have an educational background in business, and whose business experience is limited, may be required to begin the program with foundation course(s). MBA 507 (Fundamental Skills for Business Study) and /or MBA 500 (Quantitative Skills for Business Study).

All students must complete 12 (twelve) courses, 9 (nine) core courses and 3 (three) electives for a total of 36 semester hours. All coursework must be completed within 10 (ten) years of matriculation.