Introducing the Master of Business Administration program at East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma—a premier opportunity designed for working professionals in south-central Oklahoma to elevate their careers. Our MBA program offers a robust 21-hour core curriculum and 9 hours of elective coursework tailored to equip you with the knowledge and skills essential for executive, managerial, and administrative roles across various sectors, including business, healthcare, government, tribal governments, and nonprofits.
Key Goals:
- Foster Entrepreneurial Skills: Develop the ability to create and grow businesses that serve community needs.
- Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Focus on Oklahoma's key industries, such as finance, tribal operations, and healthcare, ensuring relevance and applicability.
- Modern Business Technology: Integrate the latest business technologies to prepare you for real-world challenges.
- Leadership Development: Cultivate leadership skills crucial for effective organizational management.
- Soft Skills Enhancement: Strengthen essential soft skills to thrive in diverse business environments.
Our program is ideal for recent graduates aiming to advance their careers, mid-career professionals targeting leadership roles, entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their business acumen, individuals pursuing career transitions, and those looking for networking and professional development opportunities. Join us at ECU to unlock your potential and make a significant impact in your chosen field.
To apply for the MBA program, you will need to click here to submit your application to the School of Graduate Studies. Upon acceptance to the graduate school, your application will be forwarded to the Stonecipher School of Business. The following requirements will be required before admission to the MBA program is granted:
- Current Resume
- Three references with current contact information (email address/phone number)
- Writing Sample - Briefly assess your career progress to date. Elaborate on your future career plans and your motivation for pursuing this specific graduate degree at East Central University. (300 – 500 words)
- In-Bound CPC Comprehensive Exam
- All students entering will be required to complete the In-Bound CPC Comprehensive Exam prior to enrolling in any graduate courses.
- Applicants will be responsible for the cost of the Inbound CPC Exam. The cost of the exam is $40 - $45; it does not require any study preparation. A link and password to access the exam will be provided once your application for graduate admission is complete. Once you have registered for the test, you will have 48 hours to finish and only three (3) log-in attempts are allowed (initial registration counts as one, plus 2 other log-ins).
- Applicants will be evaluated on both the overall score and on the individual subject area scores.
- Students who attain a satisfactory score can then proceed with their MBA application with no additional preparatory or prerequisite coursework.
- Students who do not attain a satisfactory overall score will need to complete the 15-Module Academic Leveling Course. An email will be sent with further information on registering for the ALC at the time of score notification.
- Students must pay for all costs for the Academic Leveling Course (currently $400). College credit will not be given for this course.
- This self-paced course is designed to be a primer to the student without an undergraduate degree in business or as a refresher course for the returning business major who has been out of school for a period of time.
- Students who have to complete the Leveling Course will need to pass a minimum of 10 of the 15 modules before they can proceed past their initial semester.
- Applicants will be responsible for the cost of the Inbound CPC Exam. The cost of the exam is $40 - $45; it does not require any study preparation. A link and password to access the exam will be provided once your application for graduate admission is complete. Once you have registered for the test, you will have 48 hours to finish and only three (3) log-in attempts are allowed (initial registration counts as one, plus 2 other log-ins).
- All students entering will be required to complete the In-Bound CPC Comprehensive Exam prior to enrolling in any graduate courses.
- After application and satisfactory completion of the MBA Inbound CPC exam or the Masters Academic Leveling Course, students will work with an advisor in the Stonecipher School of Business to complete a tentative Plan of Study.