MBA with Research Option
Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Research Option at Eastern Illinois University is a rigorous graduate program designed for students seeking advanced research skills and expertise in business. This program fosters collaborative research between faculty and students, equipping graduates for academic, consulting, or industry careers.
Curriculum Requirements
To earn the MBA with Research Option, students must successfully complete 11 courses (33 credits), comprising:
6 Core CoursesFoundational courses providing a solid business foundation
- MBA 5500 - Quantitative Modeling
- MBA 5550 - Marketing Management
- MBA 5640 - Financial Management
- MBA 5660 - Operations Management
- MBA 5670 - Management of Information Systems
- MBA 5680 - Organizational Behavior & Group Dynamics
5 Required CoursesApplied management, accounting and research principles and methods
- MBA 5000 - Strategic Management
- MBA 5010 - Accounting from a Management Perspective
- MBA 5510 - Business Research Methods
- MBA 5515 - Business Research Proposal
- MBA 5905 - Business Research Project
Program Objectives
- Develop advanced research skills in business and management
- Enhance quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Foster critical thinking and analytical skills
- Prepare students for Ph.D. programs or research-focused careers
- Cultivate collaboration and mentorship with faculty researchers
Program Features
- Interdisciplinary research focus
- Faculty-student research collaboration
- Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Research seminars and workshops
- Thesis or research project requirement
Program Benefits
- Advanced research skills and expertise
- Enhanced career prospects in academia, consulting, or industry
- Preparation for Ph.D. programs
- Networking opportunities with research professionals
- Development of critical thinking and analytical skills
Target Audience
- Aspiring academics and researchers
- Consulting professionals seeking research expertise
- Industry professionals seeking advanced research skills
- Recent graduates in business or related fields
- Individuals pursuing Ph.D. programs