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Graduate Programs : MBA : Course Requirements

After acceptance to the MBA or MSBA in Accounting program, students will need to demonstrate basic competencies in mathematics, statistics and written English. Students will also need to take or waive the 9 foundation courses. These courses will prepare the student for the program's advanced requirements.

Basic Competencies

After admission, students must demonstrate basic competency in written English, mathematics and statistics by passing either the proficiency exams or the courses, by the end of the second semester in the program. The Basic Competency courses are offered through the College of Extended Learning (CEL). For more information and instructions on how to register for these courses, see Basic Competencies.

Foundation Courses

Foundation courses offer students without an undergraduate degree in business the opportunity to learn the basic elements of business prior to studying at the master's level. For students who completed their undergraduate degree in business over seven years ago, the foundation courses offer an opportunity to refresh their knowledge and catch up on advances that have taken place in the different disciplines. For more information, see Foundation Courses.

Advanced Courses

The advanced portion of the MBA and MSBA in Accounting Programs consists of 30 units of core courses and electives each. For more information, see Advanced Courses.

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