Welcome to UWM MBA / MS Information Session Lubar School of Business Welcome to UWM MBA / MS Information Session Goal of Session: To provide prospective students with a brief overview of the MBA and MS programs offered at UWM

Introductions Dr. Ahmed Abbasi Rachael Daniel Dr. Sarah Freeman Lubar School of Business Introductions Dr. Ahmed Abbasi Rachael Daniel Dr. Sarah Freeman Dr. William (Dave) Haseman TJ Jeske Jeff Neuhauser Sarah Sandin Dr. Mark Srite

Why UWM? AACSB International Accreditation Lubar School of Business Why UWM? AACSB International Accreditation Assures quality and excellence of your degree Promotes improvement in graduate education 35+ years of continuous accreditation Less than 1/3 of U.S. business schools and only 15% worldwide are AACSB accredited Doctoral Institution and Faculty Expertise Distinguished scholars Specialization in research, teaching, and public service

Why UWM? Long standing tradition Lubar School of Business Over 6,000 master graduates Educating business leaders who excel in an increasingly complex business environment Prominent graduates

Master of Business Administration Lubar School of Business Master of Business Administration The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a general degree offering an in-depth understanding of management strategy and operations. The MBA provides students with a powerful blend of management theory, functional skills, and practical application that will immediately strengthen your job prospects or career advancement.

MBA Core Curriculum (24/27 credits) Lubar School of Business MBA Core Curriculum (24/27 credits) BusMgmt 704 Accounting Analysis & Control BusMgmt 705 Corporate Finance BusMgmt 706 Managing in a Dynamic Environment BusMgmt 707 Information Technology for Competitive Advantage BusMgmt 708 Marketing Strategy: Concepts & Practice BusMgmt 709 Data Analysis for Management Applications BusMgmt 710 Economic Analysis for Managers BusMgmt 711 Competitive Operations Strategy BusMgmt 712 *Strategic Management *Designated integrating course

MBA Electives (12 – 15 credits) Lubar School of Business MBA Electives (12 – 15 credits) Students in the MBA Program have various options for completion of the elective credits. Career Focused Concentration (15 credits) Elective Track (12 credits) Customized Elective Track (12 credits)

MBA Career Focused Concentrations (15 credits) Lubar School of Business MBA Career Focused Concentrations (15 credits) Global Management Health Care Management Managing Change Supply Chain Management

MBA Elective Tracks (12 credits) Lubar School of Business MBA Elective Tracks (12 credits) Cost Management & ERP eBusiness Entrepreneurship Financial Strategy Global Strategy Information Technology Management Investment Management Leadership Management of Human Resources Managing Innovations and New Products Manufacturing and Service Operations Management Marketing Strategies Nonprofit Management

MBA Foundation Courses Lubar School of Business MBA Foundation Courses Applicants admitted to the MBA may be required to complete management foundation coursework. BusAdm 700 Building Business Interfacing Skills (2 cr) BusAdm 701 Business Mathematics (2 cr) BusAdm 702 Business Statistics (2 cr) BusAdm 703 Financial Accounting (3 cr)

Master of Science (MS) The Master of Science in Management (MS) Lubar School of Business Master of Science (MS) The Master of Science in Management (MS) is a specialist degree designed for those wishing to focus on a defined area of business.

Master of Science (MS) Concentrations Lubar School of Business Master of Science (MS) Concentrations Accounting Professional Accounting Finance Analysis Information Technology Management Marketing Taxation

*NEW* MS Information Technology Management Lubar School of Business *NEW* MS Information Technology Management The newly redesigned MS-Information Technology Management is an advanced graduate program that enhances the IT skill set and knowledge base of IT professionals seeking to further their careers. The program combines a core curriculum of technology-independent coursework with a diverse offering of elective courses—allowing you to tailor the program to meet your professional needs.

MS Foundation Courses Applicants admitted to the MS program, Lubar School of Business MS Foundation Courses Applicants admitted to the MS program, may be required to complete management foundation coursework. Foundations will differ from one MS program to the next. Refer to your packet for additional information or ask one of us.

Joint Degree Programs MS.MBA Lubar School of Business Joint Degree Programs MS.MBA Masters of Human Resources and Labor Relations Master of Public Administration MBA – MS Nursing Master of Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Graduate Certificates Lubar School of Business Graduate Certificates Enterprise Resource Planning Investment Management Nonprofit Management State and Local Taxation (SALT)

UWM MBA @ UW-Waukesha Location Cohort experience AACSB accredited Lubar School of Business UWM MBA @ UW-Waukesha Location Cohort experience AACSB accredited Tuesday / Thursday evenings Possible to complete in 16 months

Application Process Students must provide the following to be Lubar School of Business Application Process Students must provide the following to be considered for admission to the Graduate School and Lubar School of Business: 1. Graduate School Application 2. One official copy of transcripts from all institutions attended 3. Reasons for Graduate Study Statement 4. $56.00 non-refundable application fee 5. Official GMAT Scores

Admissions Applications are reviewed on an individual Lubar School of Business Admissions Applications are reviewed on an individual basis. Below are the average GMAT scores and average GPA’s of admitted students: Average GMAT 560 Average GPA 3.24

You will also receive free software from the testing Lubar School of Business GMAT Exam Proctored at area Pearson Professional Centers - Brookfield, Madison, Kenosha Exam takes 4 hours to complete Cost is $250 Computer adaptive More information is available at www.mba.com You will also receive free software from the testing service once you have scheduled your test

General Information Schedule Cost (packet insert) Lubar School of Business General Information Schedule Evening courses Most courses meet once a week; Monday – Thursday; 5:30pm – 8:10pm Full time – 8 to 12 credits per semester Part-time - Less than 8 credits Maximum credit load for Master’s students is 12 credits Cost (packet insert) Financial Aid Information Visit www4.uwm.edu/financialaid/ Visit www.gradschool.uwm.edu/academic

Student Profile Lubar School of Business 600 MBA & MS students 47 Doctoral Students 50 Graduate Certificate students 37% Female; 63% Male 11% Multicultural ; 8% International 66% Over the age of 25; average age is 31 57% Part-time; on average, our graduate students enroll in 6 credits each semester 240 Graduate each year

Lubar School of Business Career Services Contact Information: (414) 229-5445 careerserv@uwm.edu Location: Lubar Hall - Room N203 Staff: Greg Krejci, Director Diane Kavalauskas, Career Advisor Kelly Drout, Career Advisor

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