Prerequisite: BUS 512 or equivalent

Provides the basic tools, techniques, and concepts necessary for an understanding and analysis of corporate investments and financial decisions.

Prerequisite: BUS 571 or equivalent

Introduces the use of probability theory in decision making. Delves into methods such as P.E.R.T., decision making under conditions of certainty and uncertainty, decision trees, linear programming, games theory. Ethical considerations of decisions.

Focuses on the study and analysis of human behavior patterns. Special consideration is devoted to the role of the manager as a leader and motivator of people.

Prerequisite: BUS 543 or equivalent

Presents a study of the marketing process through case analysis and projects.

Focuses on research and training issues related to emergency planning and disaster recovery. Current practices, existing strategies, and past emergencies will be identified, analyzed. Proactive response lessons will expose the student to a variety of human and natural crises.

Prerequisite: BUS 569 or equivalent

Explores the application of economic theory and decision science to solve managerial problems in a global context. Includes economic optimization, supply/demand, interaction, elasticity determinants, labor/capital substitutions, technology driven productivity gains, and capital investment methodology.

Prerequisite: BUS 569 or equivalent

Explores the application of economic theory and decision science to solve managerial problems in a global context. Includes economic optimization, supply/demand, interaction, elasticity determinants, labor/capital substitutions, technology driven productivity gains, and capital investment methodology.

Provides an overview of qualitative research methods and research utilizing online databases.  Business research is a systematic inquiry to provide information to guide managerial decisions. It is a process of planning, acquiring, analyzing, and disseminating relevant data, information, and insights to decision makers in ways that mobilize the organization to take appropriate actions, to maximize performance.

Provides an in-depth exploration of computer and information security in an increasingly technologically dependent world. Emphasis is placed on the collection and protection of proprietary information from competitive intelligence gathering and espionage in a setting of global economic turbulence. Computer security issues include viruses, hackers, frauds, disaster recovery.

Prerequisites: All core courses; Program Director approval required

Provides real world practice in the areas of the student’s program concentration. The project is from business, government, and non-profit organizations in the community. Students in specific concentrations are expected to provide major contributions to the corresponding project requirements. A written summary and oral presentation are required.

Study of moral philosophy, values, and ethical decision-making in today’s business environment.

Students will explore the ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management (BCM) through case study analysis. Emphasis will be placed on identifying potential threats to an organization and the impact of said threats on the organizations resilience and capability of creating effective responses to safeguard the entities stakeholders, reputation, brand and value.   This course will integrate disciplines of Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Response, Operational Relocation and Technology Continuity.

Yes. Anna Maria College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

No. International students can pursue the entire MBA Program while remaining in their home country.

The cost is $1,755 per course.  Depending on your prior work experience, the curriculum is 10-12 courses, with total tuition ranging between $17,550-$21,060.

The total length of the program is 12 courses (36 credits).  With two courses each offered over six distinct eight-week terms – Fall I/II, Spring I/II, and Summer I/II – students can complete the program within one year’s time.

Yes. Students who have relevant progressive work experience of four years or more in business may be eligible to waive up to two courses from the MBA Curriculum as determined by the Program Director on a case by case basis. Thus, a student could earn their MBA degree from Anna Maria in 10 courses (or 30 credits).

Yes. There are five pre-requisite courses that are required of all MBA candidates. These requirements; however, may be waived through previous education or experience, as determined by the MBA Program Director.

Students that need to complete the pre-requisite courses can take them for free online at http://www.coursera.org/upenn/.

At present, it is anticipated that cohorts will begin in late-August as part of the Fall 2021 semester.

Global Cohort MBA courses are offered via a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning formats.  Synchronous courses require students to attend classes remotely via videoconference on a set day and time.  Asynchronous courses are offered online and allows students to pursue their studies at any time of the day, following a designated schedule of readings and assignments with regular communication with the instructor.

Courses are offered in accelerated eight-week sessions.  Remote classes meet once a week, in the evening, for four hours.  Typical class times run from 5:00-9:00 pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).  For time equivalencies, click here.

Yes. As a cohort program, students maintain the same schedule of courses and progress through the curriculum together.

Cohorts for this program will be approximately 20 students, allowing for a highly personalized learning experience for students where there is strong engagement with faculty.

No. Anna Maria College faculty will teach courses online or remotely.  For remote classes, while in the United States they will be live on video conference with students in other countries.

Students will utilize the Engage System for all online courses.  The following applications will also be utilized via the internet: Zoom Meetings, Go to Meeting, Word, Excel, Quick Books, and PowerPoint.

Minimum computer requirements needed to successfully connect to remote classes and the Anna Maria College network can be accessed at: https://annamaria.edu/campus-life/technology/#specs

Yes. All students will receive an Engage System tutorial training session one week prior to the start of each online course, with computer support assistance made available by the College every term.  Technical support will be provided for all remote classes.

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following:

• Application
• College Transcripts
• Proof of English Proficiency (if bachelor’s degree was not taught in English)
• Personal Statement
• Two Letters of Recommendation

If your primary native language is English or your bachelor’s degree was taught in English, you do NOT have to submit any English proficiency scores.  The GRE and GMAT exams are also not required for admission; however, can be submitted for consideration at the option of the applicant.

If your transcript is not in English, you must have it evaluated by an independent foreign credential evaluation service. When requesting evaluation you should specify a course-by-course evaluation in American semester hours with specific notation as to those courses completed at the graduate level, and request that the evaluating agency state the highest level of education completed.

It is recommended that applicants have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or better to be considered for admission.

Applicants will receive a User ID and Password to the AMCAT Admission Portal Account, where you will be able to track information required to complete your application.  Admission decisions will also be posted in the portal.

Yes. In order to secure your spot in the incoming class, a $100 deposit is required.  This amount would be deducted from your tuition bill.