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MArch/MBA
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Architecture is more than a profession, it’s a professional business.
Position yourself for success in this evolving and complex industry with advanced project management, financial management, real estate development, communication and leadership skills. The School of Architecture and Planning and the School of Management offer a collaborative three-year program leading to both the Master of Architecture (MArch) and MBA degrees.
Be Career Ready
- Gain in-depth exposure to essential knowledge that will allow you solve complex business problems
- Collaborate with allied professionals in urban planning, real estate development, management and law
- Explore such complex topics as historic preservation, inclusive design, property management and regional economic development
- Develop effective leadership, teamwork and communication skills
- Immerse yourself in the diverse community of full-time MBAs
Timeline
If admitted to both degree programs, you will blend MBA and Architecture curricula, taking predominantly MBA coursework in the first year, blending MBA and architecture in years two and three, for a total of three years.
Admissions
Apply to Both Schools
You must apply, meet the individual admissions criteria for, and be accepted to each degree program independently. For MBA admissions, you must submit the GMAT or GRE. For Master of Architecture admissions, you may need to submit the GRE. For specific program timeline and curriculum, consult with our Graduate Programs Office before applying.
Total Hour Requirement
Curriculum
Search School of Management courses and descriptions.
First Year - Fall Semester
MGA 603LEC Financial Acctg for Managers
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGB 610LEC Organizational Behavior
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGB 611LEC Team Skills
Credits: 1.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGF 611LEC Financial Analysis for Managers
The purpose of this course is to study the financial decisions of the firm. Specifically, the course develops a theoretical framework which is then used to understand and evaluate corporate financial decisions. Topics include present value, capital budgeting techniques, the relationship between expected return and risk, market efficiency, dividend policy, capital structure policy, financial planning, and the management of working capital.
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGO 658LEC Entrepreneurship Foundations
This course will expose students to entrepreneurship in the context of the individual entrepreneur as well as taking the idea of entrepreneurial thinking into the environment of larger corporations. We will first experience what it takes to create a start-up; briefly examining the process of real-life entrepreneurs have used to move from having the "big idea" to the eventual company launch. During this time, we will explore the importance of teams, the process of risk mitigation, the concept of "fail-fast," the need for a relentless focus on customer buy-in and the important process of spiraling iteration. Next, we will move our focus to applying entrepreneurial thinking within the large corporate environment; considering the importance of entrepreneurial development within a company as a sustainable competitive advantage. And finally, we will look at individuals and companies that use their business skills to create innovative solutions to specific societal problems (social entrepreneurship). Together, we will discover the mindset that many entrepreneurs share.
Credits: 1.50
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGG 635LEC Management Communications
The purpose of this course is to emphasize the importance of effective communication techniques in an organizational setting and to provide grounding in communication skills. Team communication skills are also emphasized. Students will have the opportunity to understand leadership and communication strategies, and develop their writing skills through several assignments and class activities. Focus will be placed on improving students? ability to communicate clearly, logically and effectively. Students will have the opportunity to develop oral skills primarily through active learning.
Credits: 1.50
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGM 615LEC Marketing for Managers
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGQ 608LEC Statistical Analysis for Managers
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
MGQ 609LEC Analytics for Managers
This course serves as a companion course for (and is taken in conjunction with) Statistical Analysis for Managers.
Credits: 1.00
Semesters offered: Fall 2020
• ARC 555 Structures 3 (3 credits)
First Year - Spring Semester
MGA 605LEC Acctg for Mgmt Decision Making
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Spring 2020
Pre-Requisite: MGA 603.
MGE 604LEC Business Economics
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Spring 2020
MGO 620LEC Operations Management
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Spring 2020
Pre-Requisite: MGA 603 And MGF 611.
MGO 640LEC Business Strategy
Business Strategy
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Spring 2020
Pre-Requisite: MGA 603 And MGF 611 And MGM 615.
MGS 605LEC Information Technology for Managers
Credits: 2.00
Semesters offered: Spring 2020
Co-Requisite: MGO 630 Or Pre-Requisite: MGO 630.
• MGT elective (3 credits)
• ARC 575 Environmental Systems 3 (3 credits)
To learn more about the Master of Architecture program, visit the School of Architecture and Planning.