Philadelphia
University
S C H O O L O F
Business Administration
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Philadelphia University:
A leader in professional
education since 1884.
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The Philadelphia University MBA program prepares professionals for leadership positions requiring a global perspective. With an innovative curriculum, leading-edge technology and a focus on building entrepreneurial and managerial skills, the MBA program meets the needs of individuals with previous business academic backgrounds, as well as those who are pursuing
business education for the first time.
A
Global
Perspective
“The Philadelphia University MBA program motivated me, dispelled any apprehensions I had about pursuing an MBA, and for me, was the right move at the right time — in spite of extensive travel, relocation to Hong Kong and a significant promotion. It all came together for me.”
Brian Moore, Vice President Unifi Asia, Ltd.
Small classes are
taught by academic and
professional faculty,
who are attuned to
the needs of working
adults.
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Learn in an active and team-building environment, where class size averages 15. Analyze important and challenging issues, sharpen decision- making and communication skills, and develop the ability to interact and communicate with diverse groups.
Receive personal attention from a faculty made up of industry profes-sionals and full-time professors, who consult with companies around the world.
Meeting the needs of
students means being
flexible.
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At Philadelphia University, the MBA program is available in many differ-ent formats and concdiffer-entrations to enable students to tailor the curricu-lum and schedule to meet their individual needs:
• Full-time Day • Part-time Evening
• Joint concentration programs • On-line
Combined Degrees
• MBA/MS in Instructional Design & Technology
• MBA/MS in Taxation
Pre-Master’s Certificate Programs
• Pre-MBA Foundations • International Business • Health Care Management
Degree program options include:
• Business Administration • Finance
• International Business • Marketing
• Health Care Management • Full-time Day MBA • Taxation
• Textile and Apparel Marketing (on-line)
Program for industry profession-als emphasizes textile technol-ogy, licensing and sourcing. For more information, visit www.PhilaU.edu/mba/programs/ mba-tam.htm
Post-Master’s Certificate Programs
• Finance
• Health Care Management • International Business • Marketing
• Taxation
Courses translate
into lifelong skills that are
readily applicable to the real
world of international business.
Management Communications & Negotiations
Global Managing in the 21st Century
Management of Information Through Technology
As the traditional
boundaries among
countries continue to
disappear, possessing
a world view is not only
a highly sought-after
trait, but a prerequisite
for a successful career.
The International Business course includes a two-week trip to Europe or the Far East to visit the head-quarters of multi-national compa-nies. Students travel to cities such as London, Paris, Brussels, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bejing, Shanghai, Delhi and Mumbai. Meet decision makers at such organizations as the European Union, Jaguar Cars, Coca-Cola, and Rohm and Haas.
Students can specialize in business administration, finance, health care management, international busi-ness, marketing or taxation, but all programs focus on global business issues. Students in any MBA spe-cialty can enroll in the International Business course and participate in the international business trip.
The 2003 International Business
Travel
Abroad
Curriculum
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Each MBA candidate chooses a specialized field of study from six options. Those who need grounding in basic business functions also fulfill Foundation Course Requirements. The formal MBA program is 33 credit hours, as follows:
Foundation Courses (if needed):
• Introduction to Computer Skills (1 credit)
• Foundations of Economic Analysis • Introduction to Financial & Managerial Accounting • Financial Management
• Management Concepts (1.5 credit) • Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions
• Marketing Foundations (1.5 credits)
• Operations Management
Core Courses: 24 credits
• Management Communications & Negotiations
• Global Managing in the 21st Century
• Management of Information Through Technology
• Accounting for Management Decisions
• Financial Policy & Planning • Quantitative Methods in Decisions • Strategic Marketing Management • Strategic Planning in a Global Environment
Concentration and Elective Courses: 9 credits
• Business Administration • Finance
• Health Care Management • International Business • Marketing
• Taxation Greg Matis, MBA ‘03 Executive Analyst Legion Companies
“Philadelphia University’s MBA Program gave me the tools I needed to advance into a new position within my company that carries with it greater visibility and responsibility. I recommend the MBA program for working adults seeking similar career advancement.”
Jacqueline Colvin MBA ‘03 Sanofi-Synthelabo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Senior Cardiovascular Specialty Sales Professional
“The knowledge and experience of the professors here at Philadelphia University guides the MBA program. They combine real-life experiences with a thorough curriculum that draws parallels between what we learn in the classroom and how that information is utilized to make decisions in the business world.”
Specialized
The Tuttleman Center at Philadelphia University, a high-tech classroom build-ing, features 12 state-of-the-art class-rooms and a 200-seat, tiered
auditorium to provide students with an educational experience utilizing the most sophisticated technology available.
An investment in
technology and the
future.
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Dean’s Scholarships
Philadelphia University offers academic scholarships for quali-fied students entering the MBA program. These scholarships are offered through the dean of the School of Business Administration. The Dean’s Scholarships are based on a combination of the candidate’s undergraduate GPA and GMAT score. These scholarships are awarded upon enrollment in graduate courses and continue through to the comple-tion of the degree for a maximum of four years. The scholarship amounts range from a $50 to $200 reduction per MBA credit for all 33 credits of MBA study.
Getting Started
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If you have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, you are eligible to apply for admis-sion to the Philadelphia University MBA program. Individuals from a variety of academic backgrounds are admitted. We use a rolling admis-sions process so you can apply at any time during the year and, if accepted, begin classes in the fall, spring or summer semester.
Bucks County Campus (right)
2655 Interplex Drive, Trevose, PA At the Neshaminy Interplex on U.S. Route 1, two minutes from exit 351 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Easily acces-sible from Northeast Philadelphia, Lower Bucks County and Eastern Montgomery County.
International Applicants
International students may begin in either the fall or spring semester. International students must take and submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), scoring a minimum of 550 on the paper-based test or a 213 on the computer-based test.
Admissions Requirements
• Application
• Two letters of Recommendation • Official Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts • Official GMAT Scores • Official TOEFL Scores for International Applicants To make an appointment to visit the campus or to receive an application for admission, contact the Office of Graduate Admissions: Phone: 215.951.2943
Email: [email protected] Or visit our website at www.PhilaU.edu
The MBA is offered in two locations, Philadelphia and Bucks County.
Main Campus (left)
Philadelphia University is located in Northwest Philadelphia at the meeting point of the Germantown, Roxborough and East Falls neighborhoods, 15 minutes from Center City. The University is easily accessible by car or public transportation.
Conveniently
Located
MBA Degree
• MBA
• Full-Time Day MBA
• MBA in Textile Apparel Marketing (on-line)
MS Degree
• Digital Design
• Fashion Apparel Studies
• Instructional Design & Technology • Midwifery (Distance Learning) • Occupational Therapy (Weekend Program) • Physician Assistant Studies • Taxation
• Textile Design • Textile Engineering
Power to Do
School House Lane & Henry Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144-5497
215-951-2700
Combined Degree
• MBA/Master of Science in Instructional Design & Technology
• MBA/Master of Science in Taxation • BS/MBA Programs
• BS/MS Programs
Graduate Programs
Office of Graduate Admissions
School House Lane & Henry Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19144-5497 Phone: 215.951.2943 • Fax: 215.951.2907
email: [email protected]
