George Washington University
Washington Dc, United States of America
About
Celebrating over 200 years of shaping future leaders, George Washington University continues to stand out by offering quality education through innovative programs which provide theoretical frameworks and real-world learning experiences. Engaging in rigorous scholarship that advances knowledge in the management of organizations in the global environment. Contributing as a local, national, and global citizen, we do all of this within a community built upon respect, integrity, and active engagement. Situated in the heart of Washington D.C. – mere blocks from the World Bank, IMF, and State Department – students at George Washington University can utilize the university’s prime location.
Programs
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Global MBA (STEM option available)
Global MBA students at the GW School of Business are challenged to view things from a wider perspective — and to make decisions that strive for profit as well as positive impact. The full-time, two-year Global MBA program provides rigorous training in traditional business skills. Our revised curriculum gives Global MBA students the freedom to tailor their studies to their professional interests and goals.
The Global MBA program is 53 credit hours long.* Three-credit courses are a full semester long (14 weeks). Courses that are 1.5 credits are seven weeks in length and are offered either in the first or second half of…
Accelerated MBA (STEM option available)
The new Accelerated MBA at the GW School of Business is designed to allow students to complete an MBA degree in two years. The program is structured specifically for students that are employed. The AMBA program is offered in a cohort format during the first year, which covers the majority of the core MBA curriculum. Those cohort courses are offered at a full-time credit load over the first year, allowing students to complete more credits in that first year than would normally be the case for a part-time student. This is accomplished by running those cohort courses in a condensed,…
Online MBA
Like the full-time, on-campus MBA program, the Online Master of Business Administration program at the GW School of Business (GWSB) is highly influenced by Washington, D.C. location, where the private, public and NGO sectors meet and interact. The school's institutional and professional relationships in the area enable them to provide their distance-learning students with opportunities to immerse themselves through an optional four-day residency course in D.C., class projects, digital course materials, live learning opportunities, and co-curricular experiences.
Students may begin the program in the Fall, Spring or Summer semesters (August, January, or May). Generally, students will take six credit hours per semester.
Flex MBA
Our Flex MBA gives you flexibility to complete your degree in two to five years. Courses will be offered on campus and online; however, online courses may have additional restrictions. You can dive deeper with intensive weekend formats or explore experiential courses that leverage our unique location. You may even choose to participate in a short-term study abroad program to earn up to six academic credits in just 1-3 weeks. Balancing school, work and family is a lot of work, so we've designed this program to ensure you get as much out of your MBA experience as possible.
Class Profile
Full Time Global MBA (STEM option)
Global MBA students at the GW School of Business are challenged to view things from a wider perspective — and to make decisions that strive for profit as well as positive impact. The full-time, two-year Global MBA program provides rigorous training in traditional business skills. Our revised curriculum gives Global MBA students the freedom to tailor their studies to their professional interests and goals.
The Global MBA program is 53 credit hours long.* Three-credit courses are a full semester long (14 weeks). Courses that are 1.5 credits are seven weeks in length and are offered either in the first or second half of…
Master in Management
The Master of Science in Management (MiM) degree is a perfect example of GWSB’s innovative approach to graduate education, combining core coursework with a flexible selection of graduate certificate courses that serve as your electives. This format gives you a high degree of flexibility in designing a program tailored to your specific interests and needs, while giving you the management essentials that will serve you throughout your career. The program is also especially well-suited for liberal arts or STEM students without an undergraduate degree in business.
The Master of Science in Management program can be completed in one year of…
Master in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management
The Master of Science in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management (MSTHEM) program at the GW School of Business, which can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, produces the industry’s next great leaders by combining classroom and field-based learning with exceptional access to jobs, internships, and networking and career development opportunities found only in Washington, D.C.
Students enrolled in the MSTHEM program will complete ten courses (30 credit hours). During the program of study, students will gain knowledge, experience and skills focused on their particular interests in tourism, hospitality and event management.
Master of Accountancy (STEM option available)
Whether you’re interested in auditing, tax, forensic accounting or management, GW’s Master of Accountancy (MAccy) program prepares you for professional certification as a CPA and a successful career in the world’s leading accounting and consulting firms, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
Tailored to your career objectives, the Master of Accountancy program consists of 30 credits available to qualifying students who possess a bachelor’s degree from a U.S.-accredited university.
The Master of Accountancy degree allows you to choose an accounting path that’s right for you: focus on traditional accounting by pursuing our general accounting major, or combine accounting and business analytics by pursuing our STEM-designated accounting analytics…
Master of Human Resource Management
The Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) degree provides graduates the knowledge and skills they need to excel in a field that is vitally important to the operation and success of organizations of all types.
Whether you are planning on starting a career in HR or a seasoned professional seeking new insights, an in-house practitioner or external consultant, this program will benefit anyone with a professional interest in understanding the critical role human capital plays in organizations.
Students learn the latest human capital theories and proven, cutting-edge practices. Special topics include diversity and inclusion, change, leadership, and employee development. Drawing…
Master of Interdisciplinary Business Studies
Stand out and get noticed! In a crowded talent pool, employers are looking for candidates who break away from the pack mentality and bring a unique skillset to the table. The MS in Interdisciplinary Business Studies (MIBS) program will help you do just that. This new program is the ultimate in modular, stackable, customizable graduate business education.
MS in International Business
The MSIB program will instill you with the knowledge and expertise you need to keep pace with the constantly changing global business environment, and allows you to do so in an environment that is multicultural to its core. A broad selection of electives gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to emphasize your specific career interests.
The MSIB program is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with strong foundations to analyze the problems at the heart of international business, finance, and economics. The combination of rigorous analytics with first-hand experiential learning in the form of required study abroad, client…
MS in Project Management
The Master of Science in Project Management (MSPM) degree at the GW School of Business adopts a systems-oriented approach to project management focused on both hard skills (such as project management analytics) and soft skills (which prepare our graduates to make complex decisions, manage risk, and lead project teams). This complementary approach is critical for success in the field.
The MSPM degree is not only STEM-designated but also accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI), equipping students with everything they need for a successful career in project management and positioning them to succeed in any role that requires data-driven decision…
MS in Sports Management
The Master of Science in Sport Management (MSSM) program prepares students for executive careers in events and facility management, sports marketing, athlete representation, sports analytics, sports media and the sporting goods industry, working with professional teams and leagues and in collegiate athletics.
Master in Marketing
The future of marketing is about shaping, guiding and innovating the consumption experience, bringing all the resources of the digital revolution to understand audiences and influence behavior. The Master of Science in Marketing (MSM) degree provides students with a comprehensive understanding of marketing management, digital marketing, and brand management. Students receive an experiential education with in-depth training in designing organizational brand identities, managing the customer experience, and measuring and segmenting brand communication strategies across channels.
MS in Applied Finance and Master in Finance
The Master of Science in Applied Finance (MSAF) program at the GW School of Business (GWSB) produces leaders in the field of finance. The program focuses on risk management, financial engineering, banking, corporate finance, and portfolio analysis and management. It has been designed to combine quantitative and computer skills with financial theory and applications. The MSAF program qualifies as a STEM program.
MS in Business Analytics
The GW School of Business MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) program trains students to master real-world analytics and consulting skills for effective data-driven decision making. Since its inception, the program has worked with leading analytics organizations (including IBM and Deloitte) to develop, and continue to enhance, a rigorous and balanced curriculum that encompasses the technical, quantitative and qualitative skills for effectively developing, deploying and communicating business analytics solutions.
The curriculum is a distinctive blend of analytics methods (descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive), applications (elective courses in analytics applied to a specific functional area or industry), soft skills (consulting, communication and team…
MS in Information System Technology
The Master of Science in Information Systems Technology (MSIST) academic program offers an innovative mix of information and technology management courses and specialized electives. Throughout the program the students are challenged to think critically, analyze problems, and effectively acquire and integrate knowledge, strategies and key technologies to solve the business problems faced by IT management.
Accreditations
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