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Oregon State MBA - Portland Programs Overview
The document provides an overview of the Oregon State MBA program offered in a hybrid format in Portland. It discusses what an MBA is, the benefits of earning one, details of the Oregon State program including format, degree requirements, admissions process and tuition. The Oregon State MBA in Executive Leadership can be completed in about 2 years taking 2 courses per term and combines online coursework with occasional in-person sessions. The minimum requirements for admission include an undergraduate degree, 3.0 GPA, GMAT or GRE scores, and 2 years of work experience for the Executive Leadership track.
Oregon State MBA - Portland Programs Overview
- 1. Oregon State MBAOverview Portland Offerings
- 2. Agenda • What isan MBA? • Benefits of Earning an MBA • The Oregon State MBA in Executive Leadership • Format • Degrees Requirements • Admissions Process • Tuition & Fees • Key Takeaways • Questions & Answers
- 3. What is anMBA? • Masters of Business Administration • Post-graduate degree awarded to those who have mastered the study of business • Students study the theory and application of business and management principles • Typical coursework includes the study of accounting, economics, human resources, marketing, finance, operations, project management and strategy • Variations • Full-time • Part-time/Executive • Online • Hybrid
- 4. Is an MBAValuable? • Personal – Survey of MBA Alumni from the class of 2014 • 92% say MBA prepared them for leadership positions • 88% say MBA prepared them for their chosen career • 82% say MBA helped them manage work/life balance • Professional – Survey of MBA alumni from classes of 1959-2013: • 92% say MBA professional rewarding • 90% view degree as essential for obtaining employment • 85% report they have meaningful work • 83% say MBA has had positive impact on their career progression • Financial – Survey of class of 2014 • Median salary increase pre to post MBA was 79% for full-time MBA students • Median salary increase pre to post MBA was 58% for part-time/flexible MBA students • New hires in 2014 expect to command a $45,000 salary premium over bachelor’s degree recipients in the US Source: http://newscenter.gmac.com/news-center/the-value-of-the-mba
- 5. Benefits of anMBA Enhanced skill set Budgeting (Grants, research proposals) Abstract/critical thinking Project management Accounting/Finance Greater interpersonal, managerial and leadership abilities Improved career flexibility/ability to change positions within the organization Enhanced credibility with investors/funders of startup organizations Higher Salary Potential Global Alumni Network
- 6. The Oregon StateMBA – hybrid/Portland Overview AACSB Accredited – Gold standard in MBA programs – Only top 25 percent of business schools achieve AACSB accreditation – Courses taught by leading scholars and seasoned professionals Flexible – Courses blend the best of online and in-person education – Designed for busy working professionals – Online curriculum – about 80% of all coursework – maximize flexibility Personal – Small class sizes, coupled with 1-3 required in-person sessions for each course, build strong bonds with faculty and among students – Required in-person sessions also help students enhance interpersonal skills sought by employers Accelerated – Part-time students, taking 2-3 courses per academic quarter can complete this degree in 21 months – Additional time required for candidates needing Foundation Knowledge courses
- 7. Format • The MBAin Executive Leadership is offered in an hybrid format • Students complete approximately 80% of coursework outside of the classroom • Each course meets 1-3 times for an in-person session with faculty and classmates • Classes meet at the Collaborative Life Sciences Building in Portland • Format combines the flexibility of a full-time program with the benefits of regular interactions with faculty and classmates • Those taking two courses/term can earn their MBA in about 2 years • Students can start any term • We recommend budgeting 10 hours per week, per course for self-study and group projects
- 8. The Oregon StateMBA – Program Components • MBA Foundation Knowledge • pre-MBA coursework for non-business majors • Accounting/finance, marketing/management, sustainable business operations, business/legal environment • Students may be able to opt out of some foundation courses if they have received equivalent on-the-job training. • MBA Core • Skills and knowledge every OSU MBA graduate must have • Curriculum includes coursework in Financial/Cost Analysis, Business Law, Finance, Leadership, Business Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Strategic Management, Information Systems and New Product Development • Track-specific coursework • Career specialization (see next slide for more information)
- 9. The Oregon StateMBA – Portland Options Track Overview Credits Start Term Finish Term Information MBA in Business Analytics Students learn how to use organizational data for operational and strategic decision making. 60 Any Any here Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Students learn how to use organizational data for operational and strategic decision making. 21 Fall Spring here MBA in Executive Leadership Accomplished professionals learn to cultivate their capabilities and drive organizational strategy through the development of advanced skills business and knowledge in ethics, human resource management, and negotiations. 60 Any Any here
- 10. Admissions Overview • Requirements •Tuition, Fees & Scholarships • What We Look For • The Application Process
- 11. Minimum Admissions Requirements •To be eligible for admission, students must meet the following criteria: • Undergraduate degree • A four-year baccalaureate degree, professional (not vocational) or equivalent degree (see OSU graduate school website for more details) • Cumulative GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher • GMAT (or GRE) • GMAT: total score of 500 with all subscores at/above 20% and AWA score of 4 or higher • GRE: total score of 304 with verbal and quantitative scores at/above 30% and AWA score of 3.5 or higher • English Language Proficiency (international students) • TOEFL iBT: 91 total score with all subscores at/above 22 • TOEFL PBT: 575 – separate review to assess speaking is required • IELTS: 7 or higher • Work Experience (Executive Leadership only) • At least 2 years full-time professional work experience • GMAT Waivers • Considered for those with a MS in a business or STEM field or those with a Phd in any field • Considered for those in the Executive Leadership track with extensive work experience and excellent undergraduate grades
- 12. Preferred Admissions Qualifications •GPA • 3.0 or higher in business or technical field • GMAT (not GRE) • 600+ with strong performance in all sub-sections • Professional experience • Job(s) • Internship(s) • Volunteer experiences • Demonstrated leadership abilities/capabilities • Demonstrated project and time management capabilities • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
- 13. GMAT Waiver (ExecutiveLeadership Only) • Requirements: • At least 3.3/4 GPA in business or technical field • At least 5 years of full-time, post-baccalaureate work experience in a management or leadership capacity • Exceptional interpersonal/communication skills • Process: • Those meeting eligibility requirements should draft a GMAT waiver request and email to osumba@oregonstate.edu Request should not exceed 500 words • A member of the admissions team may follow up with any questions • Admissions committee will review requests weekly • For More Information: • Please visit: http://business.oregonstate.edu/mba/admissions/executive- leadership-gmat-waiver
- 14. Application Process andRequirements • Online Application form: here • $60 fee • Official Transcripts • Resume • Short Answer Questions • Letters of Reference (3) • Test Scores • GMAT or GRE • TOEFL (international students) • Informational Interview (optional)
- 15. What We LookFor • Excellent communication skills • Demonstrated success in a diverse and complex environment • Team-orientation • Demonstrated Leadership skills/experience/aptitude • Excellent time-management skills • Previous academic success • Strong letters of reference (integrity, work ethic, results-orientation)
- 16. Tuition & FinancialAid • Current tuition rates (2015-16) are $761/credit hour • Does not include fees or textbooks • Same rate for Oregon residents and non-residents • Majority of financial assistance is administered by the financial aid office (541) 737-2241 • Scholarship information can be found at http://oregonstate.edu/admin/finaid/ • Academic Merit Scholarships • Available for high-caliber students who advance the quality of the program and the diversity of perspective amongst MBA program participants • All admitted MBA students are considered for scholarship • Named scholarships listed on website • Many have specific requirements
- 17. Key Takeaways • AnMBA can add value in many ways to those from a non- business background • The MBA in Executive Leadership is a high-quality, flexible program at a great value • The online/hybrid model offers the convenience of an online program with the academic rigor and face-to-face interactions with faculty and classmates of more traditional part-time programs • Our team is always willing to meet with students at all stages of the decision making process
- 18. Our Team • JimCoakley: Associate Dean • Clara Horne: Special Assistant to the Associate Dean • Brian Precious: MBA Program Director • Ashley Murphy: Head Advisor • Olivia Heath: Academic Advisor • Caitlin Wright: Office Manager
- 19. Thank You! • Weappreciate your time and willingness to speak with us about the MBA program • Join us on social media: • For more information, please contact us: • OSUMBA@bus.oregonstate.edu • +1 (541) 737-5510 • We are happy to answer any questions.
Editor's Notes
- #15 Application to the Oregon State MBA program requires the following documentation, along with a $60 application fee, payable by credit card: 1. Application Form The MBA program uses the Oregon State University Graduate School’s online application form. 2. Transcript(s) A transcript from the institution conferring your undergraduate degree is required. Transcripts from any subsequent degrees or coursework completed beyond your undergraduate studies are required as well. Transcripts from transfer coursework used toward the completion of your undergraduate degree are not required as long as your degree-conferring transcript includes at least 90-quarter or 60-semester credit hours. However, if you intend to use transfer coursework to satisfy Foundation Knowledge requirements and the transfer work is not included on your degree-conferring transcript, then transcripts with grades for the transfer courses must be submitted. For institutions outside the United States, both an original language version and a certified English translation of all academic records and degree statements are required.Please include certificates/diplomas for all degrees earned. Unofficial transcripts may be scanned and uploaded to your online application. An unofficial transcript is a copy of an official transcript. Web-generated transcripts are not accepted. Applications will be reviewed with unofficial transcripts; however, admitted students will be required to submit official documents at the time of admission. A transcript is considered official only when it is received by our office in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. If you are admitted while finishing your undergraduate degree, then please submit your most up-to-date transcript at the time of your application. You will be required to submit an official final transcript showing degrees awarded and dates earned before you will be permitted to register for your first term of MBA studies. Official transcripts should be mailed to: Graduate Business Programs College of Business Oregon State University 443 Austin Hall Corvallis, OR 97331 USA 3. Résumé Your résumé should be detailed and current. You may wish to include full-time positions, as well as part-time jobs, relevant internships, volunteer service and professional associations/affiliations. 4. Short Answer Questions On the application form, you will be required to answer several short answer questions detailing your motivation for admission and goals upon completion of the program. 5. References The MBA application requires three references. If you have completed your undergraduate studies within the last two years of applying to the MBA program, then at least one of your references should be academic. Otherwise, professional references are encouraged. References can be managed through the online application’s reference system. By including the names and email addresses of your reference providers on your application form, your providers will automatically receive an email with an electronic reference form once you submit your application. Electronic references are typically added to your application file within one business day of receipt. Reference providers who prefer to write letters may email their references directly to OSUMBA@oregonstate.edu or send them as hard copy through the mail in sealed envelopes with the reference provider's signature written across the envelope flap (refer to mailing address in Transcripts section above). Reference letters received via email should be sent as attachments on professional letterhead. We will not accept letters uploaded by applicants to the document upload section of the online application form, emailed by applicants, or submitted as hard copy by applicants unless still in a sealed envelope with the reference provider's signature across the envelope flap. 6. Test Scores GMAT/GRE - Scores from either the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are required. Test scores are valid for five years. If you take the GMAT or GRE multiple times, then the most recent test date is the score considered with your application. Score reports should be sent electronically by the testing agency using OSU’s institution code of PW4-DR-05 for the GMAT or 4586 for the GRE. The GMAT/GRE requirement may be waived if you have earned a 45-quarter credit equivalent graduate degree from a regionally accredited (US) or recognized (International) college or university. Applicants to the MBA in Executive Leadership program with extensive work experience and a record of superior academic performance have the option of applying for a GMAT waiver. Pease see the GMAT waiver page for more information. TOEFL/IELTS - All international applicants who did not receive a degree in the U.S., Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom are required to submit scores from either the TOEFL or IELTS. Scores must not be more than two years old and must be from one exam date. The most recent test date is the score considered with your application. Score reports should be sent electronically by the testing agency using OSU’s ETS institution code of 4586. See the official TOEFL website or IELTS website for more information on these exams.TOEFL waivers may be considered on a case-by-case basis for applicants who earned a bachelor's or master's degree from an institution at which English is the language of instruction. 7. Informational Interview The informational interview is an informal conversation between you and a member of the MBA Admissions Committee. The purpose is for you to gain further insight into the MBA program and for us to learn more about your background, interests, and goals. Invitations for informational interviews are typically sent within two weeks of receipt of a completed application. If you do not reside locally, we will be happy to speak with you over the phone or by Skype.