Boler MBA
Master of Business Administration
Introduction
Our accelerated MBA combines advanced business training with a strong foundation in ethical decision-making. You’ll engage with emerging technologies, data analytics, and leadership strategies while learning how to create value for your organization.
Developing Critical Business Mindsets
At JCU, we believe inspired business leadership goes beyond developing skills across functional areas. Today’s leaders are driven by more than profit; they also want to do what’s right for humanity and the environment. The Boler MBA integrates four critical mindsets across the curriculum:
Ethical Mindset
Learn the nuances between legal and moral factors — and how to lead with empathy and kindness.
Systems Mindset
Discover how everything is interconnected — how one human action can impact current and future generations.
Innovation Mindset
Be curious, constructive, creative, and fearless. Solve problems by being collaborative and inclusive.
Dynamic Mindset
Embrace disruption and perpetual change in all of its forms: new tech, new methods, new ideas.
Convenient Schedule
Take evening classes on campus with online electives and summer courses. And take the time you need — find a completion track that meets your needs, from 12 to 36 months.
Customizable Curriculum
You can choose from 11 MBA concentrations: accounting, communication, economics, finance, healthcare administration, international business, innovation & entrepreneurship, management, marketing, nonprofit administration, and sport leadership.
Career Development
Get lifetime access to JCU’s career center. Plus, benefit from an international alumni network of 45,000 — including supportive business leaders right here in Cleveland.
International Study Tours
Travel with your classmates, meet international business owners, and explore cultural attractions on a faculty-led study tour. Each year features a new global experience.
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International Study Tours
Travel with your classmates, meet international business owners, and explore cultural attractions on a faculty-led study tour. Each year features a new global experience.
Academics
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
- A minimum GPA of 2.8
Full-time professional experience is not required; but applicants may have up to five years of full-time work experience.
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Online application
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- Resume
- Letter(s) of recommendation - one is required; you may submit up to three
- Statement of purpose - one to two pages giving us your background and explaining how an MBA will help you achieve your goals for work and life
GMAT and GRE scores are not required, but you may include them in your application.
Additional requirements for international MBA applicants can be found on the How To Apply page.
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis.
However, for best consideration, applications for specific terms should be received by the following dates:
- August 1: For a Fall semester start
- December 1: For a Spring semester start
- February 15: For Graduate or Athletic Assistant positions (fall semester start)
- April 1: For a Summer semester start
Other Graduate Business Options
Boler College of Business offers several MBA and graduate certificate options. Wherever you are in your career — or geographically — JCU has a place for you.
Careers
After the MBA: Where You’ll Find Our Alumni
Boler MBA graduates live and lead in the Cleveland area, across the country, and around the world.
