Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree
The College of Westchester
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30-Credit Format
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge, strategic thinking, and practical skills necessary for success in leadership roles across a broad spectrum of industries. The curriculum emphasizes both the theoretical core principles of business and their real-world applications, enabling students to analyze complex challenges, make data-driven decisions, and lead with integrity in dynamic organizational settings. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the program integrates core areas such as finance, marketing, operations, management, and organizational behavior while offering opportunities for specialization in high-demand fields.
Emphasis is placed on cultivating critical thinking, ethical leadership, and effective communication essential for navigating global markets and fostering innovation. Graduates of the MBA program are prepared to assume senior-level positions, contribute meaningfully to organizational growth, and adapt to the evolving demands of the global business landscape.
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Program Learning Objectives
- Develop Strategic Leadership and Management Skills
- Master Financial Analysis and Decision-Making
- Enhance Marketing and Consumer Behavior Insights
- Optimize Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Utilize Data-Driven Decision Making
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MBA - Business Administration
| Course No. | Course Title | Semester Credits |
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| BUS500 | Strategic Leadership and Management » | 3 |
| This course explores theories, frameworks, and practices of strategic leadership and management within complex, dynamic environments. Students will analyze how leaders formulate and implement strategy to achieve competitive advantage, foster innovation, and drive organizational success. The course integrates case analyses, simulations, and applied projects to bridge theory and practice.
Number: BUS500 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| BUS501 | Marketing Dynamics » | 3 |
| This course explores the evolving landscape of Marketing strategies and practices in the digital age. It emphasizes the importance of understanding consumer behavior, leveraging data analytics, and implementing innovative marketing techniques to drive business success. Students will engage in case studies, group projects, and interactive discussions in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of dynamic Marketing environments.
Number: BUS501 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS520 | Operations Excellence and Supply Chain Management » | 3 |
| This course explores the principles and practices of operations management and supply chain strategies that drive organizational excellence. Students will learn how organizations achieve competitive advantage through process efficiency, lean systems, quality management, logistics, procurement, inventory control, and global supply chain integration.
Number: BUS520 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS550 | Financial Mastery and Analysis » | 3 |
| This course is designed to equip and enable MBA students with advanced financial knowledge and analytical skills essential for strategic decision-making in today’s dynamic business environment. Combining theory with real-world application, the course explores advanced topics in corporate finance, investment strategies, and financial decision-making. Students will learn how to interpret financial statements, assess organizational performance using key ratios and KPIs, build forward-looking financial forecasts, and evaluate investment opportunities using modern valuation techniques. The course also explores advanced topics such as working capital optimization, risk and return analysis, cost of capital, and capital budgeting. Through hands-on exercises, performance dashboards, and scenario-based analysis, students will develop the analytical skills and strategic insight required to drive financial performance and value creation in today’s competitive business environment.
Number: BUS550 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS605 | Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility » | 3 |
| This course explores ethical issues in business and the growing role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in global markets. Students will learn how to identify ethical dilemmas, apply moral reasoning, and evaluate CSR strategies. Topics include stakeholder theory, sustainability, corporate governance, and ethical leadership. Case-studies and real-world examples will be used to highlight and emphasize how ethics and CSR impact decision-making and long-term business success.
Number: BUS605 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS650 | Data-Drive Decision Making » | 3 |
| This course introduces the use of data analytics tools and techniques to support and improve decision-making in business contexts. Emphasis is placed on data literacy, analytical thinking, and the integration of big data insights into strategic and operational decisions. Students will gain hands-on experience with data analysis software and learn how to interpret and communicate findings in order to effectively guide action.
Prerequisite: BUS550 Financial Mastery and Analysis Number: BUS650 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| BUS680 | MBA Capstone Project » | 3 |
| This capstone course provides MBA students with the opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout the program in a real-world context. Through the development and execution of a comprehensive business project, students will solve a complex organizational challenge or problem using strategic analysis, financial expertise, marketing insights, operational efficiency, data-driven approaches, and leadership principles. This course emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and professional communication and presentation skills.
*This course will be the final course taken in the program, after all other courses have been completed, including all electives. * Number: BUS680 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| Total Major-Related Credits | 21 | |
| Students will need to complete 3 electives in this program. If you are choosing a concentration from the list below, a total of 3 electives will be applied. A total of 9 elective credits will be needed to complete the program. | ||
| Electives | ||
| Open Electives (3) | 9 | |
| Total Elective Credits | 9 |
| Course No. | Organizational Leadership & Human Resources Management | Semester Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS560 | Leadership and Organizational Transformation » | 3 |
| This course explores the principles, theories, and practices of leadership and the processes that drive organizational change and transformation. The course emphasizes strategic leadership, change management, innovation, and the human dynamics that are essential for transforming organizations in today’s complex, global business environment.
Number: BUS560 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS630 | Human Capital Management » | 3 |
| This course provides a strategic overview of human capital management, emphasizing how organizations, attract, develop, engage, and retain talent to achieve business success. Topics in this course include workforce planning, talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, human resources analytics, and the role of technology in human capital acquisition, development, and retention.
Number: BUS630 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS670 | Project Leadership and Management » | 3 |
| This course explores the intersection of leadership and project management in complex business environments. Students will learn how to lead projects strategically, manage cross-functional teams, and drive initiatives from inception to completion, while balancing time, cost, and scope. Emphasis is placed on leadership styles, stakeholder management, risk management, and effective communication.
Prerequisite: BUS500 Strategic Leadership and Management Number: BUS670 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| Course No. | Information Systems | Semester Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS580 | Information Systems Strategy » | 3 |
| This course explores how organizations use information systems to achieve competitive advantage, improve performance, and align technology initiatives with strategic goals. Students examine the role of enterprise systems, IT governance, digital transformation, and strategic IT planning in enabling organizational success.
Number: BUS580 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS645 | Business Intelligence and Data Analytics » | 3 |
| This course covers the principles and practices of business intelligence (BI) and analytics, emphasizing data-driven decision-making. Students will learn to use BI tools and analytical methods to transform data into actionable insights for strategic business planning.
Prerequisite: BUS650 Data-Driven Decision Making Number: BUS645 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| Students will need to complete 3 electives in this program. If you are choosing a concentration from the list below, a total of 2 electives will be applied. A total of 9 elective credits will be needed to complete the program. | ||
| Course No. | Finance & Investment | Semester Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS545 | Global Business Strategies » | 3 |
| This course provides students with the knowledge and tools to formulate and implement effective strategies in the global business environment. It focuses on international markets, competitive dynamics, cross-border operations, and the impact of globalization on business strategy. Prerequisite: BUS500 Strategic Leadership and Management
Number: BUS545 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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| BUS660 | Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management » | 3 |
| This course introduces students to the foundational principles of investment analysis and portfolio management. It equips students with the analytical tools needed to make sound investment decisions, construct diversified portfolios, and manage risk effectively. This course will cover the time value of money, asset classes, valuation techniques, risk-return tradeoffs, security market indices, and key investment theories, including the Efficient Market Hypothesis, CAPM, and behavioral finance. Students will also learn how to interpret financial statements, perform company valuations, and develop investment strategies tailored to changing market conditions and ethical considerations. Through a combination of theory, case analysis, and hands-on project work, students will gain the skills to make informed investment decisions in both personal and institutional finance contexts.
Prerequisite: BUS550 Financial Mastery and Analysis Number: BUS660 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business |
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| Course No. | Digital Strategy | Semester Credits |
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| BUS640 | Business Intelligence and Data Analytics » | 3 |
| This course explores the strategic and operational aspects of digital transformation and technology management. Students will learn how to leverage digital technologies to drive organizational change, improve business processes, and create value, by covering topics such as digital strategy, innovation, data analytics, cybersecurity, and the management of emerging technologies.
Number: BUS640 Credits: 3.00 Type:Business |
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30 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
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