MBA with Research Option
Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Research Option at Eastern Illinois University is a rigorous graduate program designed for Â鶹´«Ã½ seeking advanced research skills and expertise in business. This program fosters collaborative research between faculty and Â鶹´«Ã½, equipping graduates for academic, consulting, or industry careers.
Curriculum Requirements
To earn the MBA with Research Option, Â鶹´«Ã½ must successfully complete 11 courses (33 credits), comprising:
6 Core CoursesFoundational courses providing a solid business foundation
- MBA 5500 - Quantitative Modeling
- MBA 5550 - Marketing Management
- MBA 5640 - Financial Management
- MBA 5660 - Operations Management
- MBA 5670 - Management of Information Systems
- MBA 5680 - Organizational Behavior & Group Dynamics
5 Required CoursesApplied management, accounting and research principles and methods
- MBA 5000 - Strategic Management
- MBA 5010 - Accounting from a Management Perspective
- MBA 5510 - Business Research Methods
- MBA 5515 - Business Research Proposal
- MBA 5905 - Business Research Project
Program Objectives
- Develop advanced research skills in business and management
- Enhance quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Foster critical thinking and analytical skills
- Prepare Â鶹´«Ã½ for Ph.D. programs or research-focused careers
- Cultivate collaboration and mentorship with faculty researchers
Program Features
- Interdisciplinary research focus
- Faculty-student research collaboration
- Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Research seminars and workshops
- Thesis or research project requirement
Program Benefits
- Advanced research skills and expertise
- Enhanced career prospects in academia, consulting, or industry
- Preparation for Ph.D. programs
- Networking opportunities with research professionals
- Development of critical thinking and analytical skills
Target Audience
- Aspiring academics and researchers
- Consulting professionals seeking research expertise
- Industry professionals seeking advanced research skills
- Recent graduates in business or related fields
- Individuals pursuing Ph.D. programs