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MBA Graduate Degree Tracks
Project Management Track
Graduates of the MBA program in the Project Management Track will possess the knowledge, skill, and competencies to apply project implementation principles in any business situation. In addition to the general business courses, the project management track focuses on project initiation and selection, project implementation, and a capstone that allows students to see a project through the entire process. The Project Management track prepares learners with the tools, techniques, and processes required to manage projects to and through completion using standards from several industries. To accomplish the objectives of this course, students will learn to utilize project management software and industry-leading simulations to hone skills acquired at the undergraduate level and develop critical competencies that will assist them in becoming PMP certified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, online MBA programs are recognized by leading corporations, businesses, nonprofits and, government agencies, provided the degree is earned from a recognized and accredited university.
Generally, students with an undergraduate business degree can complete the program in one year. Other students can complete the five required courses during an additional one or two semester (16-20 months).
There is more to the worth of an online MBA than money. GMAC research suggests online MBA students are more likely than full-time MBA students to be motivated by career advancement—a promotion or salary increase—rather than a disruptive career change.
The program requires the completion of 36 credits.
Yes. Central State University's Online MBA program can be completed in one year. We offer flexibility to students to go at their own pace based on life circumstances.
The MBA program consists of twelve courses, three credit hours each, for a total of 36 credit hours. The General MBA track.
Of the 36 credits hours, 24 credit hours are comprised of core courses related to functional business areas. These include: Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Organizational Behavior, Marketing Management, Quantitative Methods for Managers, Corporate Economic Decision Making, Business Ethics and Management Information Systems.
Students in the General MBA Track take an additional four concentration courses (12 credits) from the following: Investments, International Business, Supply Chain and Corporate Logistics, Leadership and Strategic Management (capstone course). Students will work with advisors to navigate the program based on their career goals.
All Central State University Professors teaching in the MBA program have terminal degrees (e.g., Ph.D. or DBA). Many have significant industry experience, have taught in business programs for a number of years and are active scholars and researchers publishing in peer-reviewed business journals.
The MBA program consists of twelve courses, three credit hours each, for a total of 36 credit hours. The Project Management track: Of the 36 credits hours, 24 credit hours are comprised of core courses related to functional business areas. These include: Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Organizational Behavior, Marketing Management, Quantitative Methods for Managers, Corporate Economic Decision Making, Business Ethics and Management Information Systems. Students in the Project Management track complete the following four concentration courses (12 credits) after taking the core courses: Fundamentals of Project Management, Project Initiation and Selection, Project Implementation, and Advanced Project Management Practices (capstone course).
Central State offers GMAT Waivers for students who meet the following qualifications: GMAT (or GRE equivalent) is not required for students with a bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Applicants with a cumulative GPA between 2.50 and 2.99 are required to submit a GMAT minimum score of 450 (or GRE equivalent).
Central State University offers personalized support for our Online MBA students. Our coordinator, Dr. Aikens will work with each student a plan that works with their lifestyle and circumstances.
Applicants with a cumulative GPA between 2.50 and 2.99 are required to submit a GMAT minimum score of 450 (or GRE equivalent).
