Why Choose Our MBA?

CSUB MBA Advantage

The CSUB School of Business and Public Administration is accredited by AACSB International. Same accreditation as UCLA, Stanford, and USC. AACSB International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. The MBA program is also offered at our Antelope Valley Campus in Lancaster or 100% online.

Our faculty members are highly qualified Ph.D. professors with real-world work experience. They use the latest instructional methods and present applied coursework that is relevant to businesses of every size and industry. Students at CSUB benefit from small class sizes and one-on-one interaction with their professors. CSUB MBA students consistently score in the top 10% on a national assessment of managerial skills. Designed to facilitate immediate knowledge transfer into the workplace.

Mission

The MBA Program provides its students' opportunities that promote advanced business education in our region. Abundant networking opportunities enhance student professional networks, offering connections to local businesses and government leaders in Kern and Los Angeles County.

The mission of the MBA program is to provide our region with an advanced business education that will foster a commitment to lifelong learning and facilitate the career growth of our graduates.

Professional and Academic Standards

The MBA program acknowledges the significant impact of business on society. Consequently, those admitted to the program, retained, and awarded degrees; must demonstrate academic and professional integrity in all activities. In addition, all established university academic performance and student conduct standards for graduate students apply. Any student or applicant that is found by formal review to be lacking in academic integrity or in professional ethical standards of behavior may be denied admission, placed on probation, suspended, or dismissed from the program. Such actions are subject to university review and appeal.

VALUES

CSUB offers outstanding economic value with a total cost much less than most private or online universities. The faculty and the students of the CSUB MBA program will work together to create an environment that is supportive of the highest standards of ethical behavior.

Program Goals

Goal 1: The MBA graduate will demonstrate advanced knowledge of all the functional areas of business and the external business environment.
Goal 2: The MBA graduate will demonstrate professional presentation and communication skills.
Goal 3: The MBA graduate will demonstrate complex problem-solving skills.
Goal 4: The MBA graduate will have explored personal and professional ethical frameworks.