Academic Programs Catalog

The Eli Broad College of Business and The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management

Graduate Study

The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management prepares students for academic and professional careers in business, public service, and teaching. Graduate degree programs are offered through the Broad School and the departments of Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and The School of Hospitality Business.

The departmental faculties are recognized nationally and internationally for their scholarly articles, books and monographs, and their participation in research and educational programs around the world. The breadth of faculty competencies makes possible the extensive graduate programs that exist in the Broad School. The following degree programs are available:  Master of Business Administration, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy.

Business administration applies modern-day methodologies and frameworks in service of helping organizations create value. Business administration graduate programs place additional weight on the application of knowledge gleaned: closely tying concepts with techniques, theory with practice, and classroom touchpoints with experiential opportunities. The Master of Business Administration degree (both traditional and STEM) are oriented primarily toward managerial practice. Three M.B.A. degree options are offered: a traditional Full-Time M.B.A., a STEM eligible Full-Time M.B.A., and an Executive M.B.A. (Program in Integrative Management) designed to prepare students for management and leadership roles in global organizations. The Doctor of Philosophy degree is intended primarily for prospective academic scholars and management researchers.

In addition to the Master of Business Administration and Doctor of Philosophy degree programs in business administration, the Broad School offers Master of Science degree programs in accounting; accounting and data analytics (online); business data science and analytics; business research (requires admission to a College of Business doctoral program); finance; financial planning and wealth management; healthcare management; management strategy and leadership; marketing research; customer experience management (online); and supply chain management (online). The Broad School also offers a graduate Specialization in Business Concepts for Environmental Sustainability and Conservation for students enrolled in master's or doctoral degree programs at Michigan State University.

The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management also offers a growing number of graduate certificates, proffering subsets of courses from our Master of Science programs, where adult learners can earn graduate credit for a stand-alone certificate, and apply the course work towards the respective master's program.

International applicants must fulfill the university's English language proficiency requirements as described in the Graduate Education section of this catalog. International students should apply approximately nine months in advance of the semester in which they wish to be admitted. For further information, refer to the International Student Admission statement in the Graduate Education section of this catalog.


Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) full-time, two-year degree program is designed to prepare students for management and leadership roles in global business organizations, from entry–level management positions to top executive roles.  Specifically, the program is designed to create an understanding of the strategic positioning of the firm, its value chain, and how business activities contribute to the firm's total performance; to develop critical leadership and business analysis skills; and to build a high level of competence across all business functions plus deep knowledge in at least one discipline to prepare the student for a successful career in business.

Full-time M.B.A. students must select a concentration from business analytics, finance, human resource and strategic management, marketing, or supply chain management. They have flexibility to choose preferred elective course work to support their career goals such as risk management, talent development, insights and analytics, product and services innovation, consulting, entrepreneurship, global business, leadership and strategy, and strategic performance management, or any of the approved concentrations. Courses for joint program degrees must be approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program. Courses from other colleges may also be used with the approval of the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program.

Only Plan B (without thesis) is available to students who are enrolled in the M.B.A. degree programs.

For information about the Master of Business Administration degree program with a major in Integrative Management offered on weekends for fully-employed professionals, refer to the Master of Business Administration Degree:  Program in Integrative Management statement.

For information about the Master of Business Administration degree program with a major in STEM offered full-time, refer to the Master of Business Administration Degree:  STEM statement.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

The full-time M.B.A. program normally extends over 21 months and consists of two fall and spring semesters and an enrichment experience during the intervening summer. Applicants are admitted to the program for fall semester only. 

A strong education in any field is good preparation for graduate study in business administration. Prior academic work in business is helpful, but not required. Students with undergraduate degrees in the sciences, engineering, economics, and the liberal arts are encouraged to apply.  Two or more years of work experience after completing a bachelor's degree is strongly recommended.

To be considered for admission to the full-time M.B.A. program, an applicant must:

  1. Submit to the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program a completed full-time M.B.A. application packet that is available at www.mba.broad.msu.edu.
  2. Take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and have the scores submitted to the Broad School. The test must be taken not more than five years prior to the submission of the application for admission to the program. Equivalents may be considered with the approval of the Director of Admissions.
  3. Complete the required personal interview with a representative of the full-time M.B.A. Program Office.

Minimum standards for admission are:

  1. A bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution.
  2. An academic record equivalent to at least 3.00 (B) in the last two years of undergraduate work.
  3. Scores on the GMAT that reflect  a general aptitude for success in graduate study.
  4. Personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity.
  5. Personal qualifications of sound character, intellectual curiosity,  perseverance, and a drive to succeed.

Admission to the program is competitive, and meeting the minimum standards listed above does not guarantee admission. Although all of the above minimum standards must normally be met, the applicant's overall record is considered.

Each full-time M.B.A. student is required to have a personal laptop computer with a minimum configuration approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program.

Students who are admitted to the full-time M.B.A. program must participate in a non-credit orientation program designed to prepare students for success in the team-based management education program and curriculum.

Requirements for the Master of Business Administration Degree

  1. Complete 61 credits including:
    1. All required core courses which include courses in the following functional and critical skill areas: accounting, business communication, career management, economics, finance, management, marketing, statistics, and supply chain management. 
      MBA 802 Financial Accounting and Reporting Strategy 1.5
      MBA 804 Applied Data Analysis for Managers 1.5
      MBA 808 Leadership and Teamwork 1
      MBA 812 Accounting for Decision-Making and Control 1.5
      MBA  814 Applied Economics 1.5
      MBA  816 Managerial Communication Strategy and Tactics 1.5
      MBA  817 Designing and Delivering Impactful Business Presentations  1.5
      MBA  820 Marketing Management 3
      MBA  821 Introduction to Supply Chain Management Concepts 3
      MBA  822 Corporate Investment Decisions 3
      MBA  823 Information Technology Strategy 1.5
      MBA  824 Managing the Workforce 1.5
      MBA  843 Career Management 1
      MBA  845 Integrative Action Projects 4
      MBA  846 Executive Lecture Series 1 to 2
      MBA  850 Strategic Management 1.5
    2. A concentration in business analytics, entrepreneurship, finance, healthcare management, human resource and strategic management, marketing, or supply chain management (12 credits) or other approved concentration approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. program. Students may take two concentrations if their schedule permits.
    3. At least 3 credits of international business selected from courses approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. program.
  2. Students may use remaining elective credits to design an academic program to support their professional goals using courses across the business college disciplines. Students may select electives outside the college with the approval of the Director of the full-time M.B.A. program. Exceptions must be approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. program.
  3. Enrichment Experience
    Each student is required to participate in an enrichment experience approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program. Generally, the student participates in the enrichment experience during the summer between the first and second years of the program.  The enrichment experience may involve a domestic or international internship, intensive foreign language study, an international or domestic study trip, a field or consulting project, or an approved graduate assistantship.  Some of these options may involve additional costs to the student and may be able to accommodate only a limited number of students. 

Academic Standards

Students are expected to (1) maintain a minimum grade–point average of 3.00 each semester, (2) maintain a minimum cumulative grade–point average of 3.00, and (3) complete all courses listed on the Candidacy Form. A student's academic progress is monitored by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program. A policy statement containing additional information relative to academic standards is available from the Director.

A student who does not maintain a cumulative 3.00 grade–point average will be placed on final probation. Such a student will be given the next semester of enrollment to achieve a cumulative 3.00 grade–point average; otherwise, dismissal from the program will result.

Transfer Credits

For a student who is pursuing a full-time M.B.A. degree from MSU jointly with a Juris Doctor degree from the Michigan State University - College of Law, a maximum of 12 credits from the Michigan State University College of Law may be transferred to the full-time M.B.A. degree program.

For a student who is pursuing a full-time M.B.A. degree from MSU jointly with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from Michigan State University - College of Human Medicine, a maximum of 12 credits from the MSU College of Human Medicine may be transferred to the full-time M.B.A. degree program.

For a student who is pursuing a full-time M.B.A. degree from MSU jointly with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine, a maximum of 12 credits from the MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine may be transferred to the full-time M.B.A. degree program.
 


Master of Business Administration Degree: Program in Integrative Management

The M.B.A. degree program with a major in integrative management extends over 20 months and consists of five semesters of course work. Included within these semesters are two residency sessions, with the majority of course work scheduled on alternating weekends, Friday evenings and Saturdays. Students are admitted to the program for fall semester only, and are required to complete the required courses in a defined sequence with the other members of their class cohort.

The program in integrative management is designed for professionals who meet the admission requirements and want to advance in their careers without interrupting their full–time employment to pursue graduate study.  The objective of the program is to prepare graduates to be successful organizational leaders who are able to make sound business decisions based on integrating information across the various business disciplines and to effectively manage businesses in an evolving global environment.  The integrative theme is carried out through the coordination of course modules, through in–depth analyses of organizations and by team efforts that require cross–functional perspectives and build on peer strengths.

In addition to the requirements of the university, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

To be admitted to the Master of Business Administration Program in Integrative Management, an applicant must:

  1. Be employed full–time in a managerial position and/or have demonstrated potential for career advancement and leadership in the public or private sector.
  2. Be recommended for acceptance into the program by two or more professional colleagues.
  3. Have a bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution. The educational institution, academic program, and academic record are considered.
  4. Have a general aptitude for graduate study or meet experiential or advanced degree requirements. Other relevant indicators of academic success and significant managerial experience may also be considered.
  5. Have significant work experience that will enhance contributions to the team and the program. Have personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed.
  6. Have personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed.
  7. Successfully complete an interview where professional goals are articulated and how the program will contribute to personal success.

Admission to the program is competitive, and meeting the minimum standards listed above does not guarantee admission to the program.

Prior to enrollment in the Master of Business Administration Program in Integrative Management, the student should have completed college-level courses in algebra and statistics and be proficient in word processing and spreadsheets.

Each student is required to have a laptop computer with a minimum configuration approved by the program office.

Requirements for the Master of Business Administration Degree in Integrative Management

The student must complete 45 credits from the following courses:

PIM 800 Managerial Skills 1 to 3
PIM 801 Organizational Analysis 1 to 3
PIM 802 Integrative Case Competition 1 to 3
PIM 803 Leadership Development 1 to 3
PIM 804 Strategic Vision 1 to 3
PIM 811 Financial Accounting Concepts 1 to 3
PIM 812 Managerial Accounting 1 to 3
PIM 813 Information Systems 1 to 3
PIM 814 Financial Statement Analysis 1 to 3
PIM 821 Managerial Economics 1 to 3
PIM 822 Macroeconomics for Managers 1 to 3
PIM 831 Legal Environment of Business 1 to 3
PIM 832 Entrepreneurship 1 to 3
PIM 841 Corporate Finance 1 to 3
PIM 842 Managerial Finance 1 to 3
PIM 845 Mergers, Acquisitions and Corporate Restructuring 1 to 3
PIM 850 Analysis and Decision Modeling 1 to 3
PIM 851 Business Analytics and Management Decision-Making 1 to 3
PIM 852 Negotiation 1 to 3
PIM 853 Human Resource Management 1 to 3
PIM 855 Strategic Management I 1 to 3
PIM 856 Strategic Management II 1 to 3
PIM 862 Customer and Competitor Analysis 1 to 3
PIM 863 Marketing Systems 1 to 3
PIM 870 Supply Chain Management 1 to 3
PIM 871 Innovation of Products and Services 1 to 3
PIM 872 International Strategies 1 to 3
PIM 873A Current Business Issues: Finance 1 to 3
PIM 873F Current Business Issues: Management 1 to 3
PIM 874 The Global Marketplace 1 to 3
PIM 875 Supply Chain Management II 1 to 3
PIM 876 Ethics in the Workplace 1 to 3
PIM 881 Leadership Communications 1 to 3
PIM 891 Special Topics in Business 1 to 3


Academic Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 in order to graduate from the program. Any cumulative grade-point average less than 3.00 will be consider probationary status. The number of individual courses with grades below 3.0 is limited to no more than three. Students on probation for two or more semesters may be dismissed from the program.

Master of Business Administration Degree: STEM

The STEM Master of Business Administration full-time, two-year degree program is designed to prepare students for management and leadership roles in new economy organizations where decision-making is largely data-driven. The program operates in tandem with the MBA program, however the STEM M.B.A. degree limits the number of qualitative electives. 

Full-time STEM M.B.A. students must select a concentration from management science, finance, marketing, or supply chain management. They have flexibility to choose preferred qualitative elective course work to support their career goals. Courses from other colleges may also be used with the approval of the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program.

Only Plan B (without thesis) is available to students who are enrolled in the STEM M.B.A. degree programs.

Admission

The full-time STEM M.B.A. program normally extends over 21 months and consists of two fall and spring semesters and an enrichment experience during the intervening summer. Applicants are admitted to the program for fall semester only. 

A strong education in any field is good preparation for graduate study in business administration. Prior academic work in business is helpful, but not required. Students with undergraduate degrees in the sciences, engineering, economics, and the liberal arts are encouraged to apply.  Two or more years of work experience after completing a bachelor's degree is strongly recommended.

To be considered for admission to the full-time STEM M.B.A. program, an applicant must:

  1. Submit to the Director of the full-time STEM M.B.A. Program a completed full-time M.B.A. application packet that is available at https://broad.msu.edu/masters/mba/.
  2. Take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and have the scores submitted to the Broad School. The test must be taken not more than five years prior to the submission of the application for admission to the program. Equivalents may be considered with the approval of the Director of Admissions.
  3. Complete the required personal interview with a representative of the full-time STEM M.B.A. Program Office.
Minimum standards for admission are:
  1. A bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution with a clear focus on quantitative preparation, as opposed to evidence of quantitative strength.
  2. An academic record equivalent to at least 3.00 (B) in the last two years of undergraduate work.
  3. Scores on the GMAT that reflect  a general aptitude for success in graduate study and a clear acumen for future quantitative work.
  4. Personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity.
  5. Personal qualifications of sound character, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed.
  6. Evidence of professional potential in a quantitative field as evidenced by earlier experience, letter of recommendation, or undergraduate preparation.
Admission to the program is competitive, and meeting the minimum standards listed above does not guarantee admission. Although all of the above minimum standards must normally be met, the applicant's overall record is considered.

Each full-time STEM M.B.A. student is required to have a personal laptop computer with a minimum configuration approved by the Director of the full-time STEM M.B.A. Program.

Students who are admitted to the full-time STEM M.B.A. program must participate in a non-credit orientation program designed to prepare students for success in the team-based management education program and curriculum.

Requirements for the STEM Master of Business Administration Degree
A total of 61 credits is required for the degree.
1. Complete all of the following:
a. All of the following core courses:
MBA 802 Financial Accounting and Reporting Strategy 1.5
MBA 804 Applied Data Analysis for Managers 1.5
MBA 806 Social Issues in Management 1.5
MBA 808 Leadership and Teamwork 1.5
MBA 812 Accounting for Decision-Making and Control 1.5
MBA  814 Applied Economics 1.5
MBA  816 Managerial Communication Strategy and Tactics 1.5
MBA  817 Designing and Delivering Impactful Business Presentations  1.5
MBA  820 Marketing Management 3
MBA  821 Introduction to Supply Chain Management Concepts 3
MBA  822 Corporate Investment Decisions 3
MBA  823 Information Technology Strategy 1.5
MBA  824 Managing the Workforce 1.5
MBA  843 Career Management 1
MBA  845 Integrative Action Projects 4
MBA  846 Executive Lecture Series 1
MBA  850 Strategic Management 1.5
b. A quantitatively-driven concentration in management science, finance, marketing, or supply chain management (12 credits) or other approved concentration approved by the Director of the full-time STEM M.B.A. program. Students may take two concentrations if their schedule permits.
c. At least 3 credits of international business selected from courses approved by the Director of the full-time STEM M.B.A. program.
2. Students may use remaining elective credits to design an academic program to support their professional goals using courses across the business college disciplines. Students may select electives from the following courses:
ACC 822 Information Systems Project Management 1.5
ACC 843 Value Chain Accounting and Analytics 1.5
FI 845 Financial Modeling and Simulation I 1.5
FI 846 Financial Modeling and Simulation II 1.5
FI 852 Financial Derivatives I 1.5
FI 855 Financial Derivatives II 1.5
FI 857 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management 3
FI 859 Mergers and Acquisitions 1.5
FI 862 Corporate Strategy Valuation 3
FI 863 Corporate Restructuring and Governance 1.5
FI 865 Corporate Real Options Valuation 1.5
FI  869 Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital 1.5
FI 870 Venture Capital and Private Equity 1.5
FI 872 Financial Data Analytics I 1.5
FI 873 Financial Data Analytics II 1.5
FI 875 Behavioral Finance I 1.5
FI 891 Topics in Finance 4.5
MGT 856 Corporate Strategy 1.5
MKT 806 Marketing Research for Decision Making 1.5
MKT 809 Pricing, Profitability and Marketing Metrics 1.5
MKT 810 Open Innovation Management 1.5
MKT 811 Brand Insights 1.5
MKT 816 Marketing Analysis 1.5
MKT 819 Predictive Analytics 1.5
MKT 823 Applications in Predictive Analytics 1.5
MKT 829 Digital Marketing 1.5
MKT 861 Marketing Research Strategy and Analysis 1.5
MKT 864 Data Mining for Marketing 1.5
MKT 867 Survey Design and Sampling 1.5
SCM 825 Strategic Sourcing 1.5
SCM 826 Manufacturing Design and Analysis 1.5
SCM 827 Competing Through Supply Chain Logistics 1.5
SCM 833 Decision Support Models 1.5
SCM 834 Supply Chain Process Modeling and Simulation 1.5
SCM 852 Supply Management 1.5
SCM 853 Operations Strategy 1.5
SCM 854 Integrated Logistics Systems 1.5
SCM 855 Supply Chain Management Technology and Applications I  1.5
SCM 856 Supply Chain Management Technology and Applications II 1.5
SCM 869 Service Supply Chains 1.5
Topics in Finance must be approved by the Director of the STEM MBA.
3. Enrichment Experience
Each student is required to participate in an enrichment experience approved by the Director of the full-time M.B.A. Program. Generally, the student participates in the enrichment experience during the summer between the first and second years of the program.  The enrichment experience may involve a domestic or international internship, intensive foreign language study, an international or domestic study trip, a field or consulting project, or an approved graduate assistantship.  Some of these options may involve additional costs to the student and may be able to accommodate only a limited number of students. 

Academic Standards

Students are expected to (1) maintain a minimum grade–point average of 3.00 each semester, (2) maintain a minimum cumulative grade–point average of 3.00, and (3) complete all courses listed on the Candidacy Form. A student's academic progress is monitored by the Director of the full-time STEM M.B.A. Program. A policy statement containing additional information relative to academic standards is available from the Director.

A student who does not maintain a cumulative 3.00 grade–point average will be placed on final probation. Such a student will be given the next semester of enrollment to achieve a cumulative 3.00 grade–point average; otherwise, dismissal from the program will result.
 

Master of Science

The Broad School offers Master of Science degree programs with majors in accounting, business data science analytics, business research, finance, foodservice business management, hospitality business management, marketing research, and supply chain management.

For information about the Master of Science degree program in accounting, refer to the Department of Accounting and Information Systems section.

For information about the Master of Science degree program in finance, refer to the Department of Finance section.

For information about the Master of Science degree program in foodservice business management or hospitality business management, refer to The School of Hospitality Business section.

For information about the Master of Science degree program in marketing research, refer to the Department of Marketing section.

For information about the Master of Science degree program in supply chain management, refer to the Department of Supply Chain Management section.


Business Data Science and Analytics - Master of Science

The Master of Science degree in Business Data Science and Analytics addresses the study, research, and application of analytics. Its focus is on business analytics, the use of data in various forms and often large sets to make optimal business decisions. This multidisciplinary program prepares analytics professionals for careers based in data information, collection, and analysis in many types of organizations and has broad appeal to a wide variety of academic and professional audiences.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university, The Eli Broad College of Business and Graduate School of Management, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

To be admitted to the Master of Science degree in Business Data Science and Analytics, an applicant must have:

  1. a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution.
  2. an academic record equivalent to at least 3.00 (B) in undergraduate course work.
  3. completed, with a grade of 3.0 or higher, college-level courses in calculus and statistics.
  4. experience in programming languages, such as Python, Java, HTML, C and C++, and statistical software tools.
  5. strong scores on the GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examination) or extensive work experience.
  6. working knowledge of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, networking, and database management systems.

Admission to the program is selective and meeting the minimum standards does not guarantee admission. The applicant’s overall record is considered, including the student’s statement of objectives, recommendations, academic transcripts, and other documentation as required.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Business Data Science and Analytics

The Master of Science degree in Business Data Science and Analytics is available only under Plan B (non-thesis). A total of 30 credits are required for the degree.

1. Students must complete 30 credits from the following courses:
CSE 881 Data Mining 3
CSE 891 Selected Topics 3
ITM 818 Data Management and Visualization in Analytics 3
ITM 881 Network Analytics 3
ITM 882 Analytics Practicum 3
or
ITM 893 Business Analytics Internship 3
ITM 883 Business Analytics Problem Solving 2
ITM 885 Machine Learning and Optimization in Analytics 3
ITM 886 Communication Strategies for Analytics 1
ITM 888 Capstone: Business Analytics 3
STT 805 Statistical Modeling for Business Analytics 3
Other courses may be used to fulfill this requirement with approval of the program director. Information Technology Management 818, 882, 888, and 893 are experiential analytics project courses which engage students in analytics project work in partnership with corporate and/or non-profit organizations.
2. Completion of a final oral examination or evaluation.

Business Research - Master of Science

The Master of Science degree with a major in Business Research provides a graduate-level degree for individuals with skills in research methods  and graduate-level course work in a business-related area.  The program is only available under Plan B (without thesis). The curriculum is flexible and allows students to choose courses that will meet their specific professional needs. Courses are offered in all of the major areas of the College of Business.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and of the Eli Broad College of Business and Graduate School of Management, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

Applicants for admission must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution, a superior academic record, and very strong scores on either the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Persons admitted must have the qualifications of perseverance and intellectual curiosity, and an interest in scholarly research. Evidence of these qualities is obtained from an appraisal of a statement of purpose submitted by the applicant and letters of recommendation.

Admissions decisions are made by a faculty committee in the department of the student’s major field of concentration and are reviewed by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Business Research

The Master of Science degree in Business Research is available under Plan B (non-thesis). A total of 30 credits are required for the degree. The student’s program of study must be approved by the program director.

  1. Complete at least 12 credits in 800-900 level courses in research methods such as statistics, econometrics, or other areas.
  2. Complete at least 18 additional credits of 800-900 level courses, including at least 12 credits from courses offered by the College of Business.
  3. Successfully complete a final examination or evaluation.
Academic Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.0 in all graduate courses.


Healthcare Compliance - Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance is designed to provide career development for professionals seeking to advance their career in the healthcare compliance arena. The program is targeted at students interested in applying to graduate or professional school and individuals working in healthcare industry. The certificate is available only online.

Admission

To be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance, a student must:

  1. have a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 2.5 or a graduate grade-point average of 3.0. Grade-point average is not indicative of student success in the graduate certificate.
  2. be currently employed in the healthcare industry.
  3. provide a personal statement.
The applicant’s overall record is considered. Students are educated during the recruitment process regarding the pace of the program, and length of time to complete the graduate certificate. Non-qualified students will be assisted with identifying alternate program options, if needed.

Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance

Students must complete a minimum of 10 credits from the following:
1. All of the following courses (8 credits):
HCM 821 Healthcare Regulations 2
HCM 822 Healthcare Compliance 2
HCM 823 Enterprise Risk Management 2
HCM 824 Implementing Compliance Systems 2
2. At least 2 credits from the following courses:
HCM 801 Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare 2
HCM 807 Law and Ethics in Healthcare 2
HCM 809 Organizational Behavior in Healthcare 2

Healthcare Leadership - Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Leadership is designed to provide career development for professionals seeking to advance their career in the healthcare leadership arena. The program is targeted at students interested in applying to graduate or professional school and individuals working in healthcare industry. The certificate is available only online.

Admission

To be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Leadership, a student must:

  1. have a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 2.5 or a graduate grade-point average of 3.0. Grade-point average is not indicative of student success in the graduate certificate.
  2. be currently employed in the healthcare industry.
  3. provide a personal statement.
The applicant’s overall record is considered. Students are educated during the recruitment process regarding the pace of the program, and length of time to complete the graduate certificate. Non-qualified students will be assisted with identifying alternate program options, if needed.

Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Leadership

Students must complete a minimum of 10 credits from the following:
1. All of the following courses (8 credits):
HCM 817 Healthcare Leadership 2
HCM 818 Strategic Decision Making 2
HCM 819 Market Analysis and Planning 2
HCM 820 Negotiations 2
2. At least 2 credits from the following courses:
HCM 801 Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare 2
HCM 807 Law and Ethics in Healthcare 2
HCM 809 Organizational Behavior in Healthcare 2

 

Healthcare Management - Master of Science

The Master of Science in Healthcare Management is designed to meet the needs of the healthcare industry and appeal to professionals in many different healthcare and healthcare-related organizations. Healthcare is a large and growing industry with its own set of regulatory and business challenges. The future of healthcare organizations will require professionals who are grounded in management principles, strategic thinking, and innovation.

The program develops depth and breadth in business principles and skills sets within the context of healthcare systems and management. Courses are designed to prepare students to advance to add value to their organizations and advance in their careers. The program emphasizes the changing nature of healthcare and the need for strategic management. The applied course work includes healthcare-specific courses in key business areas such as financial management, marketing, supply chain, and human resource management.

The curriculum also includes critical topics for healthcare management addressed within unique areas to healthcare such as: managing quality, risk, and performance management, healthcare systems and policy, healthcare technology and innovation, and managerial epidemiology. The capstone class integrates the various topics into a comprehensive framework that can be applied as a practicum, paper, or other approach.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

To be admitted to the Master of Science degree in Healthcare Management degree, an applicant must:

  1. Be currently employed in the healthcare industry, including hospitals, pharmaceuticals, physician associations, surgical centers, medical suppliers, assisted care facilities, device manufacturers, insurance, consulting, or in public policy.
  2. Have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution.
  3. Have a cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.00 in the last two years of their program.
  4. Have a high degree of potential for advancement to an organizational leadership role.
International applicants are required to complete the TOEFL or IELTS with minimum scores set by Michigan State University and the program.

Admission to the program is selective and meeting the minimum standards listed does not guarantee admission. The applicant's overall record is considered, including the student's statement of objectives, recommendations, academic transcripts, and other documentation as required.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Healthcare Management

The Master of Science degree in Healthcare Management degree is available only online and only under Plan B (without thesis). A total of 34 credits are required for the degree. The degree consists of a business core and a capstone. Other courses as approved by the program director may be used to fulfill degree requirements.
1. All of the following courses (34 credits):
HCM 801 Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare 2
HCM  802 Cost Analysis in Healthcare 2
HCM  804 Financial Management in Healthcare 2
HCM  805 Quality, Risk, and Performance Management 2
HCM  806 Healthcare Information Systems 2
HCM  807 Law and Ethics in Healthcare 2
HCM  808 Healthcare Systems and Economic Policy 2
HCM  809 Organizational Behavior in Healthcare 2
HCM  810 Human Resource Management in Healthcare 2
HCM  811 Healthcare Strategic Management 2
HCM  812 Supply Chain Management in Healthcare 2
HCM  813 Healthcare Services Marketing 2
HCM  814 Hospitality and the Patient Experience 2
HCM  815 Managerial Epidemiology and Population Health 2
HCM  816 Healthcare Management Capstone 4
HCM 825 Analytics in Healthcare 2
2. Completion of a final oral examination or evaluation.

Academic Standards

Students must achieve a minimum 2.00 grade in a course in order for that course to count toward the 42 credit degree requirement. Students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher in all graduate courses in order to graduate from the program.



 

International Business - Master of Science (this program is in moratorium effective Fall 2018 through Spring 2024)

The Master of Science degree in International Business is designed for recent graduates with non-business undergraduate degrees for whom international business knowledge will provide a strong combination of skills for future leadership roles in global organizations. The program provides a cross-functional international perspective across the major business disciplines: management, marketing, supply chain, finance, and accounting. It offers an educational experience that combines theory and experiential learning and is available only online. Students may email ibc@msu.edu for additional information.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and the Eli Broad College of Business and Graduate School of Management, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must:

  1. Have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution.
  2. Have a cumulative undergraduate academic record equivalent to a 3.0 or higher.
  3. Complete the following prerequisite courses or equivalent prior to admission for students who have a non-business undergraduate degree:
    ACC    230    Survey of Accounting Concepts        3
    BUS    250    Business Communications: Oral and Written Skills    3
Admission to the program is selective. Meeting the minimum standards listed above does not guarantee admission to the program.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in International Business

The Master of Science degree in International Business is available only under Plan B (non-thesis) and is available only online. A total of 30 credits are required for the degree. 

Students must complete 30 credits from the following courses:
1. International Core. All of the following courses (21 credits):
ACC 801 International Accounting 3
FI 802 International Finance 3
MGT 854 Global Strategy 3
MKT 815 Cross-Cultural Understanding 3
MKT 842 International Marketing 3
MKT 852 Global Value Chains 3
MKT 860 Understanding and Assessing the Global Business Environment 3
2. Complete one of the following, a project or study abroad experience (3 credits):
MKT 882 International Business Field Study 3
MKT 894 The Global Marketplace 3
3. Two of the following courses (6 credits):
MGT 858 Strategic Management 3
MGT 873 Strategic Decision Making 3
SCM 870 Introduction to Supply Chain Management 3
SCM 873 Supply Chain Management: Sourcing, Operations and Distribution 3
4. Completion of a final oral examination or evaluation.

Academic Standards

Students who are enrolled in the Master of Science degree in International Business are expected to maintain: (1) a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 each semester, (2) a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.0, and (3) complete all courses listed on the candidacy form.

A student who does not maintain a 3.0 grade-point average will be placed on probation. Such a student will be given the next semester of enrollment to achieve a cumulative 3.0 grade-point average; otherwise, dismissal from the program will result.

 

Management Studies - Master of Science (this program is in moratorium effective Spring 2020 through Spring 2024)

The global business world is highly competitive, driven by economics, technology, and innovation, and change is constant. In many fields, the career assumptions of the past will not be valid for occupations of the future. Increasingly, fast-paced decisions must be made by professionals in many roles who can work across company divisions and take into account many different perspectives. It is important to develop professionals from many field who have an integrative view of business and can provide insightful business perspectives.

The Master of Science Degree in Management Studies offers a broad range of business disciplines directed at early-career professionals. Essential business knowledge and skill sets are represented in accounting, finance, marketing, supply chain, and management. The program features courses in teamwork and leadership, persuasive communication, analytics for decision-making, and project management principles. Meeting at the crossroads between undergraduate degree completion and career, it combines classroom and online learning with work experience, providing a unique on-the-job platform directed at early career professionals in collaboration with the employing organization. The program culminates with a management project class that brings together the various business topics into a comprehensive framework that can be applied as a practicum, paper, or other approach based in the company environment.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university, students must meet the requirements specified below.

Admission

To be admitted to the Master of Science degree in Management Studies degree, an applicant must:

  1. Have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution. If a candidate applies within 15 credits of graduation for an undergraduate degree, the bachelor’s degree is waived if the applicant has a cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 in the last two years of undergraduate work.
  2. Have a cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.00 in the last two years of their program.
International applicants are required to complete the TOEFL or IELTS with minimum scores set by Michigan State University and the program.

Applicants to the program who do not meet the above requirements may provide further documentation of their aptitude by securing a strong score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Michigan State University graduates with a cumulative grade-point average of 3.25 or higher are not required to complete the GMAT or GRE. Waivers of this requirement are only considered for students that have graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree.

Admission to the program is selective and meeting the minimum standards listed does not guarantee admission. The applicant's overall record is considered, including the student's statement of objectives, recommendations, academic transcripts, and other documentation as required.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Management Studies

The Master of Science degree in Management Studies degree is available only under Plan B (without thesis). A total of 30 credits are required for the degree. Other courses as approved by the program director may be used to fulfill degree requirements.
1. All of the following courses (30 credits):
ACC 822 Information Systems Project Management 2
FI 801 Managerial Finance 2
MBA 804 Applied Data Analysis for Managers 2
MBA 812 Accounting for Decision Making and Control 2
MBA 814 Applied Economics 2
MBA 821 Introduction to Supply Chain Management Concepts 2
MBA 823 Information Technology Strategy 2
MGT 805 Special Topics in Management 2
MGT 824 Developing Managerial Skills 2
MGT 840 Leadership and Team Management 2
MGT 850 Competitive and Business Strategy 2
MGT 873 Strategic Decision Making 2
MGT 881 Creating an Ethical Organization 2
MGT 888 Communication Strategies for Business 2
MKT 805 Marketing Management 2
2. Completion of a final oral examination or evaluation.

Academic Standards

Students must achieve a minimum 2.0 grade in a course in order for that course to count toward the 30 credit degree requirement. Students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 or higher in all graduate courses in order to graduate from the program.




 

Business Administration - Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy degree in business administration is earned primarily by prospective college or university teachers and research personnel. This program provides an opportunity for developing a high degree of specialization in one of the following major fields of concentration:  accounting, information technology management, finance, logistics, marketing,  organizational behavior–human resource management,  operations and sourcing management, and strategic management.

A guidance committee assists the doctoral student in planning a rigorous program of multidisciplinary study. Graduates are expected to be capable of specialized and innovative research.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the university, students must meet the requirements specified below.

The business administration programs to which the requirements that are referenced in the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Business Administration statement apply are listed below by the units that administer them:

Department of Accounting and Information Systems
    Accounting
    Information Technology Management
Department of Finance 
    Finance
Department of Management
    Organizational Behavior—Human Resource Management
    Strategic Management
Department of Marketing
    Marketing
Department of Supply Chain Management
    Logistics 
    Operations and Sourcing Management

Admission

Applicants for admission must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution, a superior academic record, and very strong scores on either the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Persons admitted must have the qualifications of perseverance and intellectual curiosity, and an interest in scholarly research. Evidence of these qualities is obtained from an appraisal of a statement of purpose submitted by the applicant and letters of recommendation.

Admissions decisions are made by a faculty committee in the department of the student's major field of concentration and are reviewed by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Business Administration

The following degree requirements are applicable to all doctoral students in business administration. Students should contact individual departments concerning any additional requirements they may impose.  The general requirements are:

  1. Complete a major field and one minor field of study. A major field consists of a minimum of three courses totaling at least 12 credits; a minor field consists of a minimum of three courses totaling at least 9 credits. Specific major and minor fields may require additional courses and credits.
  2. Know and be able to apply concepts, tools, and techniques of business practice. A student who enters the doctoral program without having earned a business degree from an institution accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business should develop a broad understanding of the functional areas of business: Accounting, Finance, Management, Supply Chain Management, and Marketing. Such background, if necessary, would be provided by undergraduate or master's level course work as specified by the student’s program guidance committee.
  3. Achieve competence in economic and/or behavioral analysis by completing graduate level course work in these areas.  Specific requirements are established by the student’s major department.
  4. Complete a minimum of four graduate–level courses totaling at least 12 credits in research related areas.  The areas chosen are expected to be relevant to the student's dissertation research and in subsequent professional endeavors.
  5. Pass a written comprehensive examination in the major field and successfully complete the requirements for the minor field, which may also include a written comprehensive examination.  At the option of the student's major department, an oral component may be added to the major comprehensive examination.  The student's major field advisor must certify to the Doctoral Programs Office that the student has met the requirements for taking a particular written comprehensive examination before the student will be permitted to sit for that examination.
  6. Defend a dissertation proposal orally in an open meeting.  Because the purpose of this requirement is to provide faculty input for the dissertation research, it should be satisfied before the majority of the research effort is undertaken.  A successful defense of the dissertation proposal is achieved when three–fourths of the student's dissertation committee, including the chairperson, approves the defense.  The guidance committee will report to the Doctoral Programs Office the successful completion of this requirement.

    All of the members of the student's guidance committee should be in attendance at the defense of the dissertation proposal.  The date, time, and place for the defense of the dissertation proposal will be announced to the Broad School faculty ten days in advance of the event.

    With the exception of doctoral dissertation research credits, all course work listed on the student's approved guidance committee report must be completed with grades reported before the student will be permitted to defend the dissertation proposal.
  7. Complete a doctoral dissertation judged to be a satisfactory contribution to knowledge by the student's guidance committee and successfully defend the dissertation in an open meeting.

Academic Standards

A record of performance and action consistent with high professional standards is required of every degree candidate.

To be in good standing, a doctoral student must attain at least a 3.25 cumulative grade–point average by the end of the second semester of full–time enrollment and thereafter or, on the initiative of the department of the student's major field of concentration and with the approval of the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the student will be dismissed from the doctoral program.

A comprehensive appraisal of each doctoral student's performance is made annually by a review committee composed of faculty members in the department of the student's major field of concentration. The formal review must include the following areas:  performance in course work and on comprehensive examinations, performance in teaching and/or other duties that might be required of a graduate assistant, participation in department colloquia, and progress toward the completion of degree requirements. As a result of the review and based upon college and department standards, one of the following actions will be taken:  (1) the student will remain on regular status in the doctoral program, (2) the student will be placed on probationary status that is conditioned on specific improvements in performance, or (3) the student will be dismissed from the doctoral program. Copies of the results of the yearly appraisal will be provided to the student, the student's major field advisor, and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.