Business Administration with Finance Emphasis

Overview

An MBA is a graduate degree that combines specialized business knowledge with practical, real-world experience. An MBA is not only used as a stepping-stone to career advancement, but also as a way to gain hands-on experience in the business world.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) students at Lindenwood University also benefit from learning the latest concepts, skills, and management practices by examining case studies and contemporary issues. A growing number of businesses are positioning themselves to compete in the global marketplace and will need to have skilled workers who can navigate a number of business environments.

The Business Administration with Finance Emphasis is designed to prepare individuals for staff or line positions in business or with financial advisory firms. For an emphasis in finance, you must select four classes from the provided list of course requirements.

What Can I Do With a Business Administration Degree?

An MBA is often seen as a “must-have” graduate degree. Those who earn an MBA—at any point in their careers—are in line for promotions, upper-level management and administration, and executive positions that demand a high degree of knowledge in diverse areas, including management, international business, human resources, finance, law, operations management and leadership. Studies have shown that by age 30, MBA graduates earn around 40 percent more than those who have a bachelor’s degree, and by age 50, MBA graduates earn an astounding 100 percent more than their bachelor’s degree colleagues.