2011-2012 Archived Catalog Information

MBA
The Suffolk MBA program is internationally accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The MBA Program is offered in a full-time or part-time format; in a “Saturday only” executive format; an online format; as a joint degree (JD/MBA) with the Suffolk University Law School, as well as the MBA/MST, MBA/MSA, and MBA/MSF joint degrees. The Suffolk MBA is also offered at the North Campus and fully online.

Based upon a strong integrative core, the MBA program provides a pragmatic and theoretical framework within its curriculum. Additional breadth and depth is provided through 10 concentrations and over 100 advanced elective courses in selected functional areas of management. Students explore areas of special interest by selecting from a broad range of elective course offerings, through co-ops, internships, and directed individual study opportunities.

The MBA Degree consists of 10 to 18 courses (31 to 55 credits). A student with strong prior academic preparation in business or management typically completes the MBA program in 10 to 14 courses, depending on waiver review. A student without prior academic preparation in business or management enrolls in all MBA core courses and completes the degree with a maximum of 18 courses.