Program Overview

Virginia Commonwealth University's (VCU) School of Business offers a range of graduate degrees in business, including classic and executive Master of Business Administration (MBA), a Master of Accountancy (MAcct) degree, a Master of Taxation (MTax), five Master of Science in Business (MS) degrees, a classic and an executive Master of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Arts in Economics (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in business. Classes typically meet once a week in the evening. A limited number of classes meet twice a week, either early in the morning, the late afternoon or on weekends. Students proceed at their own pace and a degree may be completed in as little as 12 months, but must take no longer than five years.

Highlights

The VCU MBA, accredited by AACSB, provides a balance of business theory and practical applications. Through a variety of instructional methods, including case studies, students learn to solve problems, make decisions, communicate effectively, work in teams and exercise leadership. In short, students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to lead complex business organizations, and they become well-prepared for the responsibilities and rigors of management. The downtown Richmond, Virginia location provides an excellent environment for hands on project learning within the local corporate community.

Accreditation

AACSB

Admissions & Tuition
Information For US Students	Information For International Students
Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: No Set Minimum  Minimum Work Experience: No Set Minimum  Advanced Standing with Prior Degree: No Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application:  Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  Application Fee: 50  Total Tuition for Program: 16,232  Total Fees for Program (excluding books): 4,564  Total Cost of Program (excluding books): 20,796	Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: No Set Minimum  Minimum Work Experience: No Set Minimum  English Language Proficiency  (Minimum Score)       IELTS: 6.5       TOEFL (Computer-based): 250.0       TOEFL (Internet-based): 100.0       TOEFL (Paper-based): 600.0       Conditional admission to high qualified       applicants who do not meet language       proficiency minimums. Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application: Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  International Application Fee: 50  Total Tuition for Program: 33,742  Total Fees for Program (excluding books): 5,380  Total Cost of Program (excluding books): 39,122

Language Support for International Students

Language Testing and Placement Pre-program Language Classes

Programs/Credentials Offered

Two-Year MBA Degree Executive MBA (EMBA) Degree Specialized MBA Degree Part-Time MBA (Evening MBA) Degree Specialized Master's Degree in Business Graduate Certificate in Business

Fields of Study

Business Administraton & General Management Computer Information Systems Economics & Statistics Entrepreneurship & Venture Management Finance & Finance Management Human Resources Management Insurance & Risk Management International Management Management of Information Systems Marketing Management Real Estate Management Supply Chain Management Taxation

Ranking and Reputation

A variety of leading corporations and agencies recruit graduate business students from VCU. These companies include, but are not limited to, Capital One, Altria Inc., Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Genworth Incorporated, Dominion Power, Defense Supply Center, and Ernst & Young. The daVinci Center for Innovation and Product Design is a new joint venture between the VCU School of Business, School of Engineering and the School of the Arts, allowing graduate business students practical application in real product development and driving the School's reputation for providing quality alumni with innovative experience. The first product created in the Center claimed first place in a recent Boston-based competition.

Buildings & Facilities

Snead Hall, home of the VCU School of Business, opened for classes in January 2008. Along with traditional classroom and faculty offices, the 145,000 square foot, four-story facility includes a capital markets center and trading room, career services center, central atrium with a student commons and cafe, auditorium, collaborative learning rooms, tiered case study classrooms and team-building breakout rooms, and a Center for Corporate Education.

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