Overview

The Library and Information Science - Business Administration dual degree at Kent State University provides a comprehensive interdisciplinary education for future leaders. This integrated programme allows students to earn both an M.L.I.S. and an M.B.A., merging technical information skills with advanced business strategy. Graduates are uniquely positioned to manage complex data environments and corporate information centres.

Why Library and Information Science - Business Administration at Kent State University?

Kent State University hosts the only American Library Association accredited Master's degree in this field within Ohio. The School of Information (iSchool) is recognised for its interdisciplinary synergy, connecting faculty research with practical professional applications. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with the functional requirements of modern business environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 20332 per year
National fee: USD 20332 per year
Local fee: USD 10706 per year

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Syllabus

The dual degree curriculum requires a minimum of 59 credit hours, integrating core modules from both the business and information science disciplines. Modules may include:

Financial Accounting for Decision Making
Managerial Accounting for Decision Making
Analytics for Decision Making
Supply Chain Management
Globalization and Technology Strategy
Macroeconomic Environment of Business
Managerial Economics
Managerial Finance
Information Organization

Careers with Library and Information Science - Business Administration

Graduates are prepared for high-level professional positions in diverse settings, including academic, public, and special libraries. The dual qualification is particularly valuable for roles in competitive business intelligence, records management, and information policy. Many alumni pursue successful careers as database administrators, archivists, or curators within corporate and non-profit sectors. The programme equips students for the evolving demands of information management, research, and publishing industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Accounting For Decision Making

Managerial Accounting For Decision Making

Analytics For Decision Making

Supply Chain Management

Globalization And Technology Strategy

Macroeconomic Environment Of Business

Managerial Economics

Law And Ethics

Managerial Finance

Human Resource Management

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

59 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

English requirements

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General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale1

Official transcript(s)

Résumé or curriculum vita

Student Profile Form

Exception statement (addressing circumstances and readiness for graduate education

Application Essay

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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20332 USD / year

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20332 USD / year

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10706 USD / year

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Funding

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