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The University of San Diego (USD) School of Business Administration is committed to developing socially responsible leaders and improving global business practice through applied research and innovative, personalized education. For over 38 years, th ... Read more
Student/Alumni Profile
Alumni Profiles Lowell McAdam, Evening MBA 1983 President and CEO, Verizon Wireless "I picked-up more tools getting my MBA at USD than I did anywhere else along the way." Chris Leyerle, Full-time MBA 2009 Life Technologies, Integration Analy ... Read more
Programme Type
Full Time, Part Time
MBA + JD, MBA + MSc
Specialisation by Function
Accountancy, Accountancy & Financial, Corporate Governance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Management, International Management / Business, Leadership, Marketing, Supply Chain Management
Specialisation by Industry
Banking / Financial Services, Consulting, Government, IT / Telecommunications, Non - Profit Organisation, Pharmaceutical / Bio-Medical, Public Sector, Real Estate, Venture Capital & Private Equity
Course Languages
English
Student Profile
| % Female Students | 27% |
| % International | 14% |
| Avg. Work Exp. | 4 years |
| Avg. Student's Age | 26 |
| Avg. GMAT | 669 |
Programme Profile
| Accreditations | AACSB |
| Start Dates | August |
| Avg. Programme Duration | 22 months |
| Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) | USD 58500 |
| Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics | Yes |
| Teaching Methodology | More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based |
Post MBA Employment
| Avg. Base Salary captured for 2009 | USD 65,000 |
| Percentage of students employed within three months in 2009 | 63 |
| On-campus graduate employment opportunities | Yes |
| List top company recruiters |
Science Applications Incorporated (SAIC) BAE Systems Citibank Hewlett-Packard Corporation Raytheon Siemans AG Qualcomm, Inc. KPMG LLP Ericsson Wireless Communications, Inc. Sony |
Scholarship / Financial Aid
| School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid | Yes |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on: | Undergraduate Academic Merit, Work Experience, GMAT Score, Demonstrated Leadership, Financial Needs Based |
Admission Requirements
| Application deadline | April |
| Min. Gmat | 600 |
| Min Toefl (Paper) | 580 |
| Min Toefl (Computer) | 240 |
| Accept IELTS | Yes |
| Min IELTS | 7 |
| Min years of work experience | 2 |
| Essay Req. | Yes |
| Interview Req. | Yes |
| References Req. | Yes |
| Resume / C.V. | Yes |
| Undergrad or equivalent degree | Yes |
| Official Transcripts | Yes |
| Completed Application Form | Yes |
| Application Fee | USD 80 |
Student Profile
| % Female Students | 33% |
| % International | 10% |
| Avg. Work Exp. | 5 years |
| Avg. Student's Age | 28 |
| Avg. GMAT | 601 |
Programme Profile
| Accreditations | AACSB |
| Start Dates | January, September |
| Avg. Programme Duration | 30 months |
| Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) | USD 58500 |
| Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics | Yes |
| Teaching Methodology | More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based |
Post MBA Employment
| On-campus graduate employment opportunities | Yes |
| List top company recruiters |
Science Applications Incorporated (SAIC) BAE Systems Citibank Hewlett-Packard Corporation Raytheon Siemans AG Qualcomm, Inc. KPMG LLP Ericsson Wireless Communications, Inc. Sony |
Scholarship / Financial Aid
| School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid | Yes |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on: | |Undergraduate Academic Merit|Work Experience|GMAT Score|Demonstrated Leadership|Financial Needs Based| |
Admission Requirements
| Application deadline | April, November |
| Min. Gmat | 550 |
| Min Toefl (Paper) | 580 |
| Min Toefl (Computer) | 240 |
| Accept IELTS | Yes |
| Min IELTS | 7 |
| Min years of work experience | 2 |
| Essay Req. | Yes |
| Interview Req. | Yes |
| References Req. | Yes |
| Resume / C.V. | Yes |
| Undergrad or equivalent degree | Yes |
| Official Transcripts | Yes |
| Completed Application Form | Yes |
| Application Fee | USD 80 |
Overview
The University of San Diego (USD) School of Business Administration is committed to developing socially responsible leaders and improving global business practice through applied research and innovative, personalized education. For over 38 years, the School has been a leader in offering just such an education. As a result, USD School of Business Administration graduates hold professional positions in high technology, new economy corporations, consulting firms, and other entrepreneurial endeavors throughout the Pacific Rim and beyond.
The degree programs at the School of Business Administration have achieved the highest level of international recognition by being fully accredited by AACSB International. In addition, the School is a member of the European Foundation of Management Development (EFMD) and the Latin American Council of School of Business (CLADEA). Our MBA programs are ranked #21 globally for incorporating sustainable and socially responsible best business practices into the curriculum and faculty research according to the Aspen Institute's Beyond Grey Pinestripes ranking. Our EveningMBA is ranked #26th nationally in BusinessWeek's Top Part-Time MBA Programs ranking.
If you are passionate about leading and transforming organizations in the global economy of the 21st century, the School of Business Administration at the University of San Diego would like to hear from you.
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program offers a broad-based, interactive curriculum focused on developing socially responsible leaders who make thoughtful decisions that impact their organization and the world at large.
Graduates are prepared to undertake leadership and management responsibilities in business, governmental and non-profit organizations.
Program flexibility allows for degree completion at a full-time, part-time or accelerated pace (ranging from 16 months to 3 years). Program specializations tailored to individual interest are available.
Centers and Institutes of the School of Business offer an array of opportunities to MBA students including internships, international consulting practicums, and study abroad programs.
INTERNATIONAL MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (IMBA)
The International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) is a full-time, cohort-based program educating leaders with a global orientation and skills to succeed in the international marketplace.
Program flexibility and acceleration options allow for degree completion in 13, 16, or 22 months. Daytime classes are kept small, promoting interactive learning.
Program design incorporates the flexibility for numerous study abroad options: completing a Dual Degree; enrolling in a semester exchange program; participating in USD study abroad opportunities in such countries as Argentina, Brazil, China, Morocco, India, and Spain.
An international practicum (strategic consulting project) integrating core course skills in an international environment is a required component of the program. These opportunities are sponsored by USD's privately endowed Ahlers Center for International Business.
SPECIALIZED GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
In addition to the MBA and IMBA Programs, the School of Business Administration offers a variety of innovative graduate programs which include the Master of Science in Global Leadership (MSGL), the Master of Science in Accountancy, Master of Science in Taxation (MTAX), the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (MS-SCM), the Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE), and the Master of Science in Executive Leadership (MSEL).
SAN DIEGO ON THE PACIFIC RIM
San Diego, known for its cultural diversity and mild climate, is one of the top ten largest cities in the United States. Today, it is at the epicenter of burgeoning industries such as biotechnology, software development, and telecommunications, and is a major business center bordering Latin America and the Pacific Rim.
Student profile
Alumni Profiles
Lowell McAdam, Evening MBA 1983
President and CEO, Verizon Wireless
"I picked-up more tools getting my MBA at USD than I did anywhere else along the way."
Chris Leyerle, Full-time MBA 2009
Life Technologies, Integration Analyst
"It is all about the people. USD has done a tremendous job of hiring exceptional professors and attracting high quality students."
Wendy Hannan, IMBA Alumnus 2006
Client Manager, BCMS Corporate
"The IMBA program was valuable in many ways. I gained significant exposure to a global economic environment, in the classroom in San Diego and through several opportunities to study abroad."
Contact Information
Address:
Office of Graduate Admissions, University of San Diego, San Diego92110-2492 United States
Switchboard: +1 (619) 260-4860
Fax: +1 (619) 849-8307