Why choose the Master of Business Administration program?
What do students have to say about the MBA program?
"...all I want to say is that thanks to the MBA program at the University of West Florida, its outstanding professors and team, its valuable program content, and the global experiences it provided, I could complete the requirements to accomplish my dreams."
"The MBA 'Finish in Five' program allowed me to progress quickly through the program. The Portfolio project allowed me to see how the required courses of study could be applied to a specific industry with current data and issues, instead of focusing solely on textbook problems and cases. The opportunity to participate in the inaugural MBA German program added significant cultural experiences and a greater understanding of international business."
"As the job market trended downward over the last few years, it became increasingly apparent to me that I needed an MBA to make myself more attractive for advancement. The convenience and affordability of the MBA program at UWF helped me decide to not put it off any longer. I was very impressed with the high caliber of teaching talent that the program has recruited who are able to make learning an engaging and meaningful process."
What careers have MBA students pursued?
| Management | Banking |
| Financial Services | Technology |
| Manufacturing and Engineering | Education |
| Sales and Management | Healthcare Management |
Who hires our MBA graduates?
This is a sample list of employers that have hired our MBA graduates in the past:
| John Deere | Gulf Power |
| Southern Company | Boeing |
| BASF | SAP |
| Mercedes-Benz | Hilton Hotels |
What will you learn in the program?
The Master of Business Administration degree program develops the skills of management, the tools of problem solving, the capacity for decision-making, and the knowledge about formal organizations and their economic development. The program prepares graduates for leadership positions in a variety of management and organizational settings. The program of study leading to the MBA degree is a 30 semester hour program designed to provide both a general view of business and a specialized focus through the portfolio. Before beginning classes, each student must choose an industry for their portfolio. The portfolio gives the student the opportunity to focus in-depth research in an industry selected by the student. View the Academic Learning Plan (PDF) to see the Student Learning Outcomes for the Master of Business Administration degree organized under five domains: Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Ethical Decision Maker, Effective Project Managers, and Skilled Business Analyst.
What are the program requirements?
Admission to the MBA program will be granted to students who show high potential for success in postgraduate studies based on a review of several indicators:
Whom should I contact for more information?
If you would like more information on the Master of Business Administration graduate degree program, or would like to schedule an appointment to speak with an advisor in the MBA Office, please feel free to contact us by e-mail, or by phone (850.474.3124). Please visit the Master of Business Administration web page for the current degree plan.