The STEM Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the dynamic and rapidly evolving business landscape. This innovative curriculum combines core business principles with a required graduate certificate in a technology area, ensuring that students gain both theoretical and practical experience in applying business concepts to real-world challenges. The focus on a STEM field not only enhances students’ technical expertise but also positions them advantageously in a competitive job market, as employers increasingly seek professionals with a strong foundation in technology and analytical skills.
In this program, students select an embedded graduate certificate in a key technology area. This focus on technology enhances their credentials and prepares them for leadership roles in a tech-driven business environment. The program is available both in-person and online, providing flexibility to accommodate diverse learning preferences and schedules.
International students enrolled in the in-person program may be eligible for the STEM OPT extension option, allowing them to gain practical work experience in the United States after graduation. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ACBSP, ensuring a high standard of education.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Maryville University STEM MBA program should be able to:
- Explain the skills that drive organizational change and enhance the human element of organizational performance.
- Demonstrate practical analysis and data visualization skills essential for modern business professionals.
- Develop viable solutions for real-world business problems through data-driven analysis applicable across various domains.
- Analyze the impact of legal and ethical principles on business activities.
- Articulate the unique value contributed by different business functional areas to organizational performance and strategic outcomes.
Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours, which includes 24 credit hours of MBA core coursework and 12 to 15 credit hours for the graduate certificate, depending on which is selected. Depending on their academic background, students may need to complete prerequisite coursework. Those with an undergraduate degree outside of business must take BUS-501, Survey of Business, while students lacking undergraduate coursework in accounting must complete ACCT 509 Financial Accounting. Note that credit hours earned for ACCT 509 and BUS 501 may be required for the program but do not count toward the degree’s total credit hours.
Students who complete a certificate may only apply 6 hours of credit toward a second master’s degree or certificate in the same concentration area. Additionally, students who complete the MBA degree may not pursue a second Master’s degree in Management & Leadership and vice versa.
