Research Thesis Graduate Option
This option is offered within the following major(s):
The Research Thesis graduate option, within the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, is intended to offer students and College of Business faculty with joint research interests, an opportunity to engage in research as part of the student’s MBA program. Students can design, execute, and report on business research problems and their solutions. These may include an analysis of existing academic literature and the formulation of research questions and research plans. Students may also collect and analyze data and report on research findings in both an oral and written format.
Option Code: 2056
- Conduct research or produce some other form of creative work.
- Demonstrate mastery of subject material.
- Conduct scholarly or professional activities in an ethical manner.
The Research Thesis graduate option requires a minimum of 46 credits of course work, including 33 credits of general MBA courses and a minimum of 13 credits within the Research Thesis graduate option.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General MBA Coursework | ||
| BA 528 | FINANCIAL AND COST ANALYSIS | 3 |
| BA 531 | BUSINESS LAW - TECHNOLOGY/NEW VENTURES | 3 |
| BA 540 | CORPORATE FINANCE | 3 |
| BA 543 | FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS | 3 |
| BA 550 | LEADERSHIP AND TEAMS IN ORGANIZATIONS | 3 |
| BA 555 | PRACTICAL BUSINESS ANALYSIS | 3 |
| BA 561 | SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| BA 562 | MANAGING PROJECTS | 3 |
| BA 569 | ADVANCED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| BA 572 | ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS | 3 |
| BA 590 | MARKETING MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| Research Thesis Graduate Option | ||
| BA 503 | THESIS | 6 |
| BA 505 | READING AND CONFERENCE | 4 |
| MRKT 596 | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 46 | |
Option Code: 2056