Graduate > MBA > Program Description

American business in the 21st century faces a very different internal and external environment from that which existed in previous decades. This environment can be characterized by rapid technological change, increased international competitiveness in manufacturing and other sectors, and a labor force which expects a higher quality of work life than did previous generations of employees. These changes directly affect the health and vitality of any region's economy.

With this understanding as a driving force, College of Management Graduate Programs prepare graduates to become leaders in wide variety of commercial, industrial, and governmental settings. They enable students to develop integrative skills in problem solving and decision making, as well as to relate these skills to all functional areas of business. 

Part Time and Full Time Study
Students are admitted on either full time or part time basis. Courses meet during the evening hours beginning at 6 PM.

For an MBA student full-time load is 9 credits. Degree requirements usually are completed in 2 years. Part-time students are expected to graduate within 5 years.

Graduate Assistantships
A limited number of teaching and research assistantship are available to qualified full-time students. The primary purpose of these awards is to provide promising students with financial assistance to offset the costs of full-time graduate study. They also benefit students by providing opportunity to build knowledge and skill by working closely with the faculty members. Assistantships are awarded competitively based on the student's academic record and prior work experience. As part of the assessment, consideration will be given to the potential contribution an assistant can make to the program and College in the areas of instructional assistance and research.

Computer Facilities
All students have access to extensive computer facilities both inside and outside the College. Numerous IBM-compatible computers are available in the COM computer laboratory. Also available is University's Digital Vax 8650. Use of this equipment is assumed as a part of course work and in conducting research.

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UNIVERSITY of MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL

College of Management

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Lowell, MA 01854
Telephone: 978-934-2850     
Fax: Undergraduate/Dean: 978-934-3011, MBA Office: 978-934-4017

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