Why the Hagan School of Business is the right choice for you!

For graduate students, we offer degree programs leading to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in five majors:

• Financial Management
• Information Systems
• Management
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing

Degree Requirements for the MBA Program

This program is designed for candidates who wish to pursue the MBA degree on a full-time or part-time basis. The various curricula require 57 credits before waiver and transfer credits are applied. Appropriate course work at the undergraduate and graduate level may be applied against curriculum requirements. There is a six-year limit for the completion of the MBA degree. A typical MBA student will take 45 credits and complete the program in three years on a part-time basis or two years on a full-time basis.

Courses are offered on a trimester basis, with classes starting in September, November, March and two Summer sessions beginning in June and July. Each course meets one evening per week for a three hour class, 6:30pm - 9:30pm Saturday courses meet 9:30am to 1:00pm Courses conducted during the summer meet twice a week.
Further procedures and policies relating to programs of the Hagan School of Business can be found in the section, "Academic Information," of the Graduate Bulletin.

Fast Track MBA

Geared toward people who want to gain an edge in their chosen field, the Fast Track MBA shaves 10 months off the length of traditional MBA programs by offering courses in a sequence that guarantees a speedy graduation. Associate Dean Charles Cante explained, “In today’s financially-focused world every professional needs to have business knowledge in order to remain competitive and prosper. Whether it’s the new medical doctor, dentist, lawyer or psychologist trying to build a successful practice or the scientist or engineer who wants to position their discovery or an educator who wants to become an administrator, the MBA degree is an essential and positive driving force towards these ends.”

• By earning our Fast Track MBA, in as little as 13 to 15 months, you’ll gain valuable knowledge to help build a dynamic career in whatever field you choose.
• This program is open to all college graduates - regardless of undergraduate major. The Fast Track program is especially designed for non-business students who want a business background prior to entering graduate or professional school, and for professional school graduates who would like an MBA before starting a residency.
• Iona’s Fast Track MBA is comprised of 57 credits encompassing the various disciplines of business. Up to 24 of those credits can be waived based on prior educational experience
• Courses may be offered in an online, distance-learning format, in a traditional classroom setting, or in hybrid format, that utilizes both online and in-person class meetings.
• Students begin their study during first summer term and complete the program after the second summer term the following year
• Our Fast Track students are grouped as a cohort, moving through the program together to help build relationships for study, as well as networking opportunities.
• Iona offers a strong network of advisers who help our students in all areas – from choosing a specialization to support services that ensure uncomplicated registration.

MBA Core Courses (3 credits)

The MBA curriculum is designed to provide a broad, integrative approach to business. The core includes: financial reporting, analysis and markets; domestic and global economic environment; creation and distribution of goods and services; and human behavior in organizations. The core courses lay the groundwork for courses in the field of concentration and related advanced courses. Business perspectives include ethical and global issues; the influence of political, social, legal and regulatory, environmental and technological issues; and the impact of demographic diversity on organizations.

A student may have from 12 to 18 credits waived, though in cases of exceptional undergraduate preparation and previous graduate work, as many as 24 credits may be waived.

• MBA 500 - Business Perspectives (required of all MBA students within the first 9 credits)
• MBA 510 - Quantitative Tools for Management
• MBA 520 - Financial Accounting and Reporting
• MBA 530 - Economics for Management
• MBA 540 - Operations Management
• MBA 550 - Finance for Managers
• MBA 560 - Marketing Management
• MBA 570 - Management and Organizational Behavior
• MBA 580 - Information Systems

Total MBA Core Courses before waivers: 27 credits

Advanced Courses
Students choose a concentration from the five fields of study available : Management, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Marketing, and Information Systems. The concentration consists of 12 credits in advanced courses chosen according to the specifications of the department. In addition, students are required to take 18 credits of advanced courses outside the field of concentration with no more than 6 credits in any other area. The required Strategic Management course (MBA 710), 3 credits, will be applied toward the 18 credits of advanced courses. The requirements of each major are listed under the sponsoring department.

Total Credits in Advanced Courses: 30 Credits

Total MBA Degree Credits: 57 Credits

Corporate MBA Education Partnership

The Hagan School of Business has established a corporate education partnership to offer MBA courses onsite at Wyeth Ayerst Pharmaceuticals. These courses are open only to company employees admitted into the MBA program.

For more information about these corporate MBA education partnerships, or to discuss establishing a new onsite MBA education partnership with your company, contact Dr. Charles Cante, Associate Dean, at (914) 633-2558.