Degree Offered
- Master of Business Administration
Nature of the Program
The John Chambers College of Business and Economics Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program is accredited by the AACSB. The program is offered in two formats. An accelerated full-time program on the WVU-Morgantown campus is completed in 12 months. The online program can be completed in one-to-two years. The online program, referred to as the Online M.B.A. (O.M.B.A), is designed for working professionals. The standards of excellence that support accreditation by the AACSB are maintained across both formats of the program.
The M.B.A. degree program recognizes the need for future managers to be able to anticipate and recognize change and then to manage resources advantageously in that environment. Thus, the curriculum emphasizes a general, broad-based approach to graduate education in management which provides the student with the qualitative and quantitative skills necessary for a manager to succeed in such an environment. The program develops a managerial perspective that is relevant to those in both private and public organizations.
Full-Time M.B.A. Program
The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) is a 12-month, full-time program delivered on the WVU campus. This program is designed to prepare individuals from diverse educational and professional backgrounds for business leadership and administration through three complementary avenues. First, the program guides students through a comprehensive sequence of 8-week courses that encompass diverse business disciplines, providing a sophisticated understanding of the theory and practice of business administration. Second, at the core of the M.B.A. program is its unique orientation toward experiential learning. In the fall and spring, students complete consulting projects with actual businesses throughout the state, the region, and in some cases, internationally. Project partners range from long-established organizations to small businesses to emerging startups in the Vantage Ventures entrepreneurial ecosystem. In addition to these consulting engagements, students’ courses also guide them through case analyses, simulations, service projects, and other experiential learning opportunities. Third, students participate in a robust professional development curriculum aimed at helping them clarify their aspirations and gather the resources, contacts, and insights they need to realize them. This curriculum includes networking events, industry site visits, coaching sessions, and seminars with established professionals who share real-world experiences and guide students through case studies based on actual events in their organizations. The M.B.A. program operates on a cohort model, beginning each year in June with graduation the following May.
Academic Standards
In addition to the University’s academic and professional standards, students enrolled in a John Chambers College of Business and Economics master’s degree program must also abide by the following standards:
- Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to earn a degree from their graduate program, without exception.
- A student who cannot mathematically meet the 3.0 GPA requirement to successfully complete the degree, within a reasonable period of time (as defined by the Program Coordinator or designee), will be dismissed from their academic program. Visit the Probation, Suspension, and Dismissal section of the University’s Graduate Catalog for more information about this topic.
- Students must follow the professional standards established by their college, degree program and/or department. A student who violates the established professional standards may be placed on probation or dismissed from their program.
- A student whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 will automatically be placed on academic probation.
- A student will be dismissed from their program if their GPA is not raised to 3.0 by the end of their subsequent semester of enrollment.
- A student will be dismissed from their program if they earn a letter grade below C- in more than one required course.
- A student who earns a letter grade of D or F in any required course must repeat the course and earn a minimum letter grade of C-.
- Any grade earned in a repeated course at the graduate level is included in the calculation of a student’s overall and major GPA, along with the original grade earned in the course. Additionally, the original grade earned in the course will remain on the student’s academic transcript/permanent record. Visit the Grades section of the University Graduate Catalog for more information about this topic.
Any exceptions to the above standards must be approved in writing by the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and the Program Coordinator.
Admissions for 2027-2028
Full-Time M.B.A. Program
The Admissions Committee is made up of John Chambers College of Business and Economics faculty. The Committee reviews applications holistically and will admit students based on strength of their admissions application and potential to succeed in this program.
To apply, applicants must submit:
1) a completed application - https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/how-to-apply/first-time-graduate-applicant
2) application fee
3) up-to-date academic transcripts from all prior undergraduate and graduate institutions
4) an up-to-date resume
5) a Statement of Purpose describing why the applicant is pursuing the degree and the applicant's career aspirations upon completion of the degree
6) 1 Letter of Recommendation from an individual who is not a family member or friend and can provide information about academic promise, ability to work with others, professionalism, and potential to succeed in this program
International Applicants are required to submit a TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score. Visit English Language Proficiency Requirements | Graduate Admissions | West Virginia University for specific information.
Please note that meeting the minimum criteria for admission does not guarantee acceptance.
The MBA begins each summer. All applications submitted prior to March 1st are guaranteed full consideration for admission and available funding. To the extent space allows, review of applications will continue after this deadline on a rolling basis until May 1st. Although every application submitted before March 1st will receive full consideration, the Admissions Committee will begin reviewing applications on January 15th and offer priority admission to a limited number of exceptional candidates on a rolling basis. To be eligible to be considered for priority admission, candidates must have either: 1) a 3.5+ GPA; or 2) a 3.25+ GPA with robust undergraduate preparation in accounting, economics, statistics, and calculus. Please note that priority admission decisions are based on a holistic evaluation of each candidate’s application materials, and not on GPA or coursework alone. Priority admission slots are limited to ensure full consideration for all applications submitted prior to the March 1st deadline. Candidates who are not offered priority admission will still receive full consideration for standard admission after March 1st.
Please visit the on-campus MBA program’s webpage for additional information and resources. Students may also contact the John Chambers College of Business and Economics Graduate Programs Office for assistance at (304) 293-5505 or BeGradPrograms@mail.wvu.edu.
WVU cannot accept scans, uploads, faxes, or unverified photocopies of transcripts as official.
Graduate degree-seeking applicants must send their official transcript from the undergraduate institution that granted the bachelor’s degree. It is preferred that official transcripts be sent via an online, secure service such as eScrip-Safe, National Student Clearinghouse, or Parchment to graduateadmissions@mail.wvu.edu. Alternatively, sealed, untampered, physical official transcripts can be sent to:
WVU Graduate Admissions
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P.O. Box 6009
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International applicants and applicants using express mail, use the address below:
WVU International Admissions
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P.O. Box 6009
Morgantown, WV 26506
Major Code: 2110
M.B.A. Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A program GPA of 3.0 is required by the Chambers College. | ||
| A grade of C or higher must be earned in all required courses | ||
| BADM 503 | Accounting Essentials | 3 |
| BADM 504 | Economic Essentials | 3 |
| BADM 523 | Decision Analysis | 3 |
| BADM 525 | Marketing Management | 3 |
| BADM 531 | Supply Chain Design and Innovation | 3 |
| BADM 535 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| BADM 536 | Leading with Ethics | 3 |
| BADM 551 | Global Planning and Strategy | 3 |
| BADM 555 | Financial Management | 3 |
| BADM 556 | Data Analytics for Management | 3 |
| BADM 557 | Experiential 1 | 3 |
| BADM 558 | Experiential 2 | 3 |
Students may complete an optional internship for credit. | ||
| Total Hours | 36 | |
M.B.A. Suggested Plan of Study
| First Semester | Hours | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | |||
| BADM 503 | 3 | ||
| BADM 504 | 3 | ||
| 6 | |||
| Second Semester | Hours | ||
| Fall | |||
| BADM 535 | 3 | ||
| BADM 556 | 3 | ||
| BADM 525 | 3 | ||
| BADM 555 | 3 | ||
| BADM 557 | 3 | ||
| 15 | |||
| Third Semester | Hours | ||
| Spring | |||
| BADM 523 | 3 | ||
| BADM 536 | 3 | ||
| BADM 551 | 3 | ||
| BADM 531 | 3 | ||
| BADM 558 | 3 | ||
| 15 | |||
| Total credit hours: 36 | |||
Degree Progress
The Chambers College of Business and Economics requires satisfactory completion of all curriculum requirements as defined in the graduate catalog. Students who are either not making adequate degree progress or who are failing to uphold professional standards may receive notice of probation or dismissal. Students may be notified of academic consequences outside of routine evaluation processes if an issue must be addressed immediately.
The graduate handbook will be distributed via email no later than the first day of classes of the Fall semester.
Satisfactory Progress
- To be in good standing, a student must maintain a cumulative and program GPA of 3.0.
- A student who falls below a 3.0 GPA will be placed on probation for a semester.
- Probation is lifted when students are back in good standing or have made enough satisfactory progress toward graduation.
- Students who cannot mathematically achieve the required GPA or who can no longer make progress toward graduation may be dismissed.
Major Learning Outcomes
Full-time Master of Business Administration Program
Learning goal #1: Students will be able to integrate and apply the functional areas of business to experiential business problems
Learning goal #2: Students will be able to identify problems, collect appropriate data and analyze the data to make informed management decisions
Learning goal #3: Students will be able to articulate a succinct business analysis and make recommendations
Learning goal #4: Students will be able to make management decisions in an ethical and socially responsible manner
Learning goal #5: Students will be able to effectively manage teams and work units and implement strategies to achieve organizational goals