Combined BA / MBA Degree (5-Year Program)

Learn about combined Business Administration/Master's of Business Administration programs

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BA/MBA programs, also called BS/MBA or 4+1 programs, allow students to substitute an undergraduate business degree for the first year of the traditional, two-year MBA curriculum.

After completing their undergraduate degree, students move directly into the MBA program and are able to complete it in one year. A 4+1 program allows an undergraduate to complete a bachelor and master's degree program in five years.

Generally, students will apply to the program during their junior year and candidates are evaluated based upon their academic achievements. In most cases a GPA of 3.0 may be required to be considered and some schools require submission of your GMAT score and letters of recommendation from faculty or staff members. Additionally, you may be required to compose a statement of objective or participate in an internship in order to be accepted into the program.

Students who are admitted will enjoy several benefits, some of which include:

• Earn your MBA in half the standard time (one year instead of two)
• Save a year's tuition, room, board and miscellaneous campus fees
• Gain an edge in the job market and increase your earning potential

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Argosy University - Graduate Programs

Argosy University offers relevant, accessible and flexible programs to help students achieve their academic goals. Programs include a behavioral sciences element to develop leadership skills.

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California State University - Monterey Bay

With the pressing need to stay ahead of the competition, seasoned business managers looking to gain an edge in today's diverse business environment should consider our Executive MBA program, uniquely designed for success in today's global market.

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Northeastern University - College of Business Administration

Northeastern offers its AACSB-accredited MBA program in a 100 percent online format. They are a world leader in practice-based education focused on expanding students' managerial skills and knowledge base.