On-Campus Hybrid

Program Features

  • PSU offers an MBA program with majors in Accounting or International Business, each with an emphasis in Business Analytics.
  • The MBA curriculum is 50% or more STEM-based, focusing on business statistics and computer-related courses. This qualifies graduates to apply for the two-year STEM OPT extension.
  • Classes are available in evening, online, and hybrid formats.
  • PSU is authorized under Federal Law to enroll F-1 international students and issue Form I-20.

Program Objective

Regardless of major, PSU’s MBA program places strong emphasis on business statistics, data analytics, and quantitative methods, equipping graduates with the STEM-based skills needed for successful careers in Accounting or International Business.

 

MBA Majors and Emphasis

 

MBA Graduation Requirements

  • The MBA degree is awarded upon successful completion of 60 quarter units.
  • Each course carries 4.0 units.
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 (B) is required.
  • A graduate thesis is required for degree completion.
  • After completing the third quarter, students become eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT), which carries 2 units. However, the units earned from CPT do not count toward graduation requirements. The course plan must be approved by the department chair.
  • All requirements must be completed within four (4) years of candidacy.

 

Summary of MBA Requirements:

Requirement Units

  • STEM Required Courses 16.0
  • MBA Core Courses 20.0
  • Major Courses 8.0
  • Thesis 8.0
  • Electives 8.0
  • Total for Graduation 60.0

 

Double Concentration Option

Students pursuing a double concentration must complete an additional 28 units (7 courses), for a total of 88 units. The course plan must be approved by the department chair.

 

Summary of Double MBA Requirements:

Requirement Units

  • STEM Required Courses 16.0
  • MBA Core Courses 20.0
  • Major 1 Courses 8.0
  • Major 2 Courses 8.0
  • Thesis 8.0
  • Electives 28.0
  • Total for Graduation 88.0