Suffolk University Sawyer Business School Graduate Programs 2008-2009 - (Page 10) mba master of business administration Which MBA program is right for you? People seek an MBA for different reasons, at different points in their careers, and with particular professional goals in mind. Suffolk University offers four distinct MBA programs, each accredited by AACSB International. Use the chart below to help determine which program fits your specific needs. mba (full- or part-time) Entry Points Applicant’s Career Stage Full-time: September and January Part-time: September, January, and May Prefer 1 year work experience (average 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time) Applicant is successful at department level and/or one functional area; and/or manages a department Applicant wants to explore different career track or advance in current industry Program Emphasis Career-focused from day one Solid foundation in business core competencies In-depth knowledge of functional areas via electives 10 concentrations available Program Structure Full-time: 31–55 credits*, 10–16 months Part-time: 31–55 credits*, 16–28 months *Depending on core course waivers mba online (part-time) Entry Points Part-time only: September, January, and May Option to register full-time in any semester on a space-available basis Applicant’s Career Stage Prefer 1 year work experience (average 7 years) Applicant is successful at department level and/or one functional area and/or manages a department; or wants to explore different career track or advance in current industry Weekly commute to campus is not convenient Program Emphasis Solid foundation in business core competencies In-depth knowledge of functional areas via electives Option to concentrate in accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, information systems, or marketing Program Structure Part-time: 31–55 credits*, 21–36 months *Depending on core course waivers Includes 8 electives to customize your degree to meet personal career goals Optional 1-week Global Travel Seminar Many students complete a co-op or internship at a Boston-based company Option to take courses online Highlights Challenging interactive global business simulation Highlights Flexible scheduling Accelerated programs for attorneys, CPAs, and prior business majors* *See course waiver policy on page 13 100% online—residency not required Includes 8 electives to customize your degree to meet personal career goals Optional 1-week Global Travel Seminar Other options: Take courses at our campus in Boston or North Andover; transfer 6 credits from an AACSB-accredited MBA program near where you live Taught by Suffolk faculty Same curriculum, degree, and diploma as on-campus MBA program 24/7 technical support Weekly live chats to ensure dynamic learning and virtual community Accelerated programs for attorneys, CPAs, and prior business majors* *See course waiver policy on page 13 Networking and professional development opportunities in MBA EDGE program Location Boston North Andover (full-time students will need to combine with Boston and/or online courses) Location As close as your Internet connection; anywhere in the world 10
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