Masters of Business Administration (MBA)

The Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program is a general, broad-based degree that focuses on understanding the organizational, financial, and operational management of organizations from a local, regional, and global perspective. East Tennessee State University's MBA programs provide practical hands-on education that will enhance career options and opportunities. The MBA degree is suited for students or professionals across many career fields and is the key to success in both large and small organizations.

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Why ETSU?

AACSB-Accredited Programs

Our MBA programs are fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), which is the highest business education accrediting body in the world – only the top 5% of business schools worldwide have this accreditation.
Flexible Learning Experience

The MBA program is delivered three different ways: on-campus, online, and in an accelerated professional format. This allows students to choose the education that suits their educational preferences.
Practical Educational Opportunities

The capstone experience provides student-led teams the opportunity to gain real world experience by solving problems for actual businesses within the region. Students work with their clients and faculty coaches to deliver key strategy recommendations for each project. The teams apply knowledge taught throughout the curriculum, providing them with a practical learning experience while offering valuable insights to the businesses they are assisting.

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"I am delighted to have ETSU in our backyard. Being able to depend upon the students to develop skills while helping us meet our goals is quite attractive. These students often offer unique perspectives and solutions that may be overlooked when one is so familiar with the business upfront."

- Jill McGonigle, Crown Laboratories
Career Opportunities
Graduates from the MBA program have found rewarding career opportunities both regionally and nationally. Common career fields include:
- Market Research
- Marketing Communications
- Supply Chain Management
- Sales
- Supervisor Positions
- Human Resources

Student Spotlight

Meet Cristopher Santana:

Cristopher is a graduate of both the Bachelor of Administration in Economics and Bachelor of Administration in Finance programs. As an undergrad, he held leadership roles in the Economics Club, the Students of Finance Association, as well as the Student Government Association. He is now enrolled in the MBA program and serves as Student Trustee on ETSU's Board of Trustees.

"The faculty here are really invested in their students. They have a lot of time in class to answer questions and they are great about meeting with you during their office hours. I really appreciate how involved they were in helping us be successful"

Program Options

The College of Business and Technology offers three ways to obtain your MBA. Students may choose the format that best suits their educational preferences and meets their personal situation.

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Available Concentrations

Students in the traditional on-campus and online MBA programs have the option to add a concentration area to their degree. Students will be able to choose from three areas of concentration. Each concentration will consist of three courses designed to provide in-depth content desired by employers. These courses will be offered online and on campus. The areas of concentration include:

Admission Standards

MBA Admission Requirements
ETSU is committed to making sure that each student entering a graduate program is properly prepared and qualified. Therefore, each graduate program has its own set of requirements.

To enter the traditional on-campus or online Masters of Business Administration program, applicants must have:
- A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (International students must have a 3.0)
- A minimum GMAT score of 450 (GMAT test scores will be waived if students meet one of the following conditions: a)Completion of another graduate degree, regardless of subject area, b) a 3.0 or higher GPA from an AACSB-accredited undergraduate business program, c) a 3.5 or higher GPA from a non-AACSB-accredited undergraduate business program or a non-business discipline undergraduate degree, or d) at least three years of post-undergrad professional, full-time work experience will be considered for a GMAT waiver. An applicant’s work experience must be evaluated and approved by program representatives before the GMAT waiver can be approved)
- A personal statement about why the student wishes to pursue this degree
- An official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses
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Accelerated MBA Admission Requirements
ETSU is committed to making sure that each student entering a graduate program is properly prepared and qualified. Therefore, each graduate program has its own set of requirements.

There is NO GMAT requirement to enter the Accelerated Professional Masters of Business Administration program, but applicants must have:
- Three year's professional experience
- Letter of support from a supervisor
- Current resume
- A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 (International students must have a 3.0)
- A personal statement about why the student wishes to pursue this degree
- An official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses
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