Skip To Content

MBA - Master of Business Administration

About MBA - Master of Business Administration more

The Concordia University, St. Paul MBA program is conveniently offered in the blended or the online format.

MBA students develop the knowledge, practical experience and confidence to succeed in whatever organizational setting they choose. Students use cross-curriculum learning activities spanning the length of the program to become experts in an industry of their choice. Courses explore current business trends and events and evaluate how they are shaped and affected by various business principles.

MBA students develop the knowledge, practical experience and confidence to succeed in whatever organizational setting they choose. Students use cross-curriculum learning activities spanning the length of the program to become experts in an industry of their choice. Courses explore current business trends and events and evaluate how they are shaped and affected by various business principles.

Faculty & Leadership

Success in MBA - Master of Business Administration more

Course for MBA - Master of Business Administration

MBA-500 Org Leadership & Dev Available online

This course introduces leadership in dynamic, changing organizations where customers change, technologies shift, and work processes evolve. In this course students will examine how leaders develop themselves and others and create alignment as an organization changes to meet the needs of the future
View This Course

MBA-505 Global Economics Available online

The course will apply economic theory to develop a framework to analyze and predict trade, exchange rate, environmental, health, labor and other policies. Strategies will encompass the interaction of American and global economic institutions and policy making entities such as the United States Trade Representative, Congress, Federal Reserve, WTO, and the European Union.
View This Course

MBA-510 Managerial Res Meth & Design Available online

This course examines the various research methodologies used in organizational settings. It provides an overview of quantitative and qualitative methodologies including research design, data collection and analysis, interviewing, case studies, and action science. The philosophy, ethics, and politics of management research are introduced. Students will critique published research, write a literature review, and design research studies.
View This Course

MBA-515 Applied Business Ethics Available online

This course will review and analyze popular models of ethical decision making. Readings, case studies, and special presenters will provide opportunities to investigate current ethical issues facing leaders and managers in business and organizational settings as well as critically apply various ethical theories and decision-making frameworks. Literature relative to Christian vocation, applied ethics, and value-centered leadership will be explored. Student papers and presentations will
View This Course

MBA-520 Integrated Marketing Comm Available online

This course will develop marketing strategy and executing diverse communication tactics critical to all enterprises. Consistency in both processes and messages is important. Students will analyze business scenarios and determine strategic objectives, target markets and messages, as well as demonstrate to use and how to apply multiple marketing tactics.
View This Course

MBA-525 Strategic HR Management Available online

This course looks at human resources management from an operating manager's perspective and focuses on the key role strategic human resource management plays in the development and execution of organizational strategy. Emphasis will be placed on the cultural, behavioral, and the legal issues faced by companies as they attempt to compete in an increasingly expanding global economy. Students will work collaboratively to analyze and compare the complexities and challenges of doing business
View This Course

MBA-530 Managerial Finance and Acctg Available online

This course will examine the framework and systems of current accounting and finance principles including preparation of financial statements, accounting cycles and balance sheet classifications. Students will apply these principles along with ethical responsibility and critical thinking skills to management practices of business decision making and strategic planning.
View This Course

MBA-535 Legal Environment for Managers Available online

This course integrates the treatment of law and management. It helps managers and leaders spot legal issues before they become legal problems and emphasizes developing the legal astuteness to craft solutions that attain core organizational objectives without incurring undue legal risk. Traditional legal concepts are discussed as well as current topics in developing areas of the law. An emphasis on ethical concerns stimulates understanding of how managers must incorporate considerations of
View This Course

MBA-605 Operations & Technology Mgmt Available online

This course will examine value-chain functions such as product-process design, quality management, supply chain management and workforce management in order to understand the resource-based view of strategic advantage for the organization. Students will examine strategic management of operations utilizing to support the value-chain functions of operations management.
View This Course

MBA-610 Tools for Managerial Decision Available online

This course will focus on how managers think clearly and make effective decisions. Students will examine and apply several models of decision-making. Innovative, critical, emotional and futuristic thinking will all be explored by the students in this course.
View This Course

MBA-700 Strat Ldrshp & Managerial App Available online

MAP is a process in which students summarize, synthesize and demonstrate knowledge, skills and competencies as organizational managers and leaders. Students will draw from their MBA course work, career experiences, and synthesizing activities to build a portfolio. Course activities include critical thnking papers, action research, case analysis and self appraisal.
View This Course

Applicants must have 2-3 years of proven leadership in order to be eligible for admission.

  1. Apply Online or Printable Application (PDF)

  2. $50 Application Fee (non-refundable) payable to Concordia University by check, money order or pay online

  3. Official College Transcripts from the regionally accredited college/university issuing undergraduate degree

  4. Statement of Goals - Write a brief statement covering your employment history and long-term academic and professional goals

  5. Resume

Technology Requirements
Students enrolling in a graduate program must have access to a computer that meets Concordia University's technology requirements. Contact Concordia's Help Desk at helpdesk@csp.edu or 651-641-8866 with any questions regarding these requirements.

Fall 2012 Term

  • Start Date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
  • Delivery: Blended
  • Class Day: Tuesday
  • Class Time: 6-9 p.m. CST
  • Start Date: Thursday, September 13, 2012
  • Delivery: Online
  • Class Day: Thursday
  • Chat Time: 8-9 p.m. CST

Spring 2013 Term

  • Start Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2013
  • Delivery: Blended
  • Class Day: Tuesday
  • Class Time: 6-9 p.m. CST
  • Start Date: Wednesday, January 16, 2013
  • Delivery: Online
  • Class Day: Wednesday
  • Chat Time: 8-9 p.m. CST


Program Schedule

TERM 1 MBA500 | MBA520
TERM 2 MBA510 | MBA505
TERM 3 MBA515 | MBA525
TERM 4 MBA530 | MBA535
TERM 5 MBA605 | MBA610
TERM 6 MBA700

Online, In-Class or Blended?

Offered Online?
Classes meet entirely online.

Offered In-Class?
Classes meet face-to-face at our St. Paul campus or other off-campus location.

Offered Blended?
Course work is completed through a combination of in-class and online class meetings.

Next Steps

Visit Campus

Tours, Open Houses & Information Sessions.

Schedule a visit today!

Transfer to CSP

Work with an admission counselor specializing in transfer admission who will guide you through the process. Transfer to CSP

Apply Now

Our student-centered approach to teaching makes your goals, and your successes, our priority. Apply Now

Pay for College

The cost of higher education in time, money, and effort makes it an important investment in your future, expanding your potential skills, talents, and intellect. Tuition & Financial Aid

Resources

Website Feedback Form