MBA - Management
Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Management
Offered online or in-person, the MBA program in business management prepares students for leadership positions in business firms, institutions, small businesses, and other organizations. It provides a well-rounded education in business operations, preparing individuals for a variety of management and leadership positions in business, government, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Organizations require competent managers to plan, organize, lead, and control their activities. Organizations need individuals who can manage resources, identify and solve problems, work with others, understand markets and advertising, collect and analyze data, and achieve desired organizational outcomes.
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Program Basics
- Leadership and team development
- Organizational decision-making
- Strategic planning and execution
- Human resource management
Core Courses
- ACC 543 Managerial Accounting (3)
- BAD 501 Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods (3)
- BAD 550 Corporate Finance (3)
- BAD 565 International Business (3)
- BAD 570 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3)
- BAD 573 Organizational Behavior and Administration (3)
- BAD 585 Business Strategy (3)
- ECO 525 Managerial Economics (3)
- MKT 526 Marketing Planning and Strategy (3)
- TOTAL HOURS - 27
Plus an additional 9 hours of management electives from accounting, business administration, community and economic development or public administration courses.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Completed LU graduate application packet.
- Statement of purpose related to your program of interest.
- Letters of recommendation (3).
- Class scheduling: Fully online and hybrid 8-week courses available.
- Typical course load per semester: 9 hours
- Online learning platform: Canvas-based courses
How to Apply
- Complete online application at LincolnU.edu
- Submit all required documents (transcripts, letters of recommendation, goal statement, resume)
- Pay a $30 application fee
- Application review by Graduate Studies and program faculty
- Once all documents are submitted, we request 10 business days for departments to review the application packet and respond.
- Admission decision notification
- Applicants will receive a notification letter with information regarding their admission status via their personal email. If admitted, this letter will include information regarding their student ID and University e-mail.
- Schedule a meeting with an advisor.
Don't know where to start? Contact Grad Studies at GradSchool@LincolnU.edu for guidance.
The federal financial aid eligibility deadline is July 1
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Career Outcomes and Expectations
Management Careers
- Small Business Ownership
- Human Resources
- General Management
- Purchasing
- E-Business
The Management emphasis is ideal for students seeking leadership, supervisory, or general management roles across a wide range of industries. It is especially well-suited for professionals who want a flexible, broadly applicable business degree.
Students develop skills in leadership, team management, organizational decision-making, strategic planning, and problem-solving. The emphasis focuses on preparing graduates to lead people and manage operations effectively.
Graduates pursue roles such as general manager, human resources manager, operations manager, small business owner, and other leadership positions in corporate, nonprofit, and public sector organizations.
Yes. The program includes applied learning opportunities, and students may complete an internship elective that provides real-world experience and helps build professional connections.
Contact Us
Graduate Studies Office
E: GradSchool@LincolnU.edu
P: (573) 681-5380
