Concordia University's MBA Program Overview
Why Concordia?
Our innovative courses and convenient class schedule provide the knowledge, skills, and contacts you need to get started in the next phase of your career in as few as 18 months.
Relevant
Concordia's MBA curriculum, developed in collaboration with Harvard Business School and accredited through the IACBE, focuses on real-world situations. The case-based approach is an intense process and features a diverse set of business models, from non-profits to multi-national corporations to high-tech start-ups to government agencies. The program covers diverse topics including strategy formulation, operating policies, accounting methodologies, marketing techniques, management styles, and ethical leadership.
High level executives from premier Northwest companies serve as guest speakers throughout the program, providing insight from their own careers.
Through internships and in-depth research projects with Northwest companies, you will put your new skills to work and gain valuable hands-on experiences.
Upon completion of the MBA program, you will have the tools to think strategically, to communicate effectively, to stay on top of trends, and to make effective and complex decisions. These tools will set you apart from the competition and help you advance in your chosen career path.
Convenient
Classes are kept small and are held one weekend per month (Friday evening and all day Saturday). The workload is challenging but manageable, allowing you to accomplish your academic goals while maintaining your career and family commitments. Concordia's MBA program is offered in Northeast Portland at the main Concordia campus, and in Bend at Central Oregon Community College. Students also enjoy free and convenient parking.
Concordia's MBA program utilizes a cohort model, forging new professional networks among managers and professionals from diverse industries studying side-by-side. Small classes allow for in-depth case discussions and personalized attention and support from faculty.
Although classes meet only once a month, the weeks between classes are invested in study, research, and connecting with your class and instructor via the internet (email and/or WebCT).
Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition for the 2008-2009 academic year is approximately $23,865 to complete the six semester program. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and Concordia alumni are eligible for a 10 percent tuition discount.
Schedule
- The next Portland cohort begins in February 2010.
- The next Bend cohort begins in February 2011.
Learn more about Concordia's MBA program.