Business Administration: Full-Time (MBA)

Business Administration: Full-Time (MBA)

Full-Time MBA class

Do you believe that hard work pays off? Do you want to accelerate your career? Our Full-Time MBA program is for you. Here, you'll be surrounded by a small cohort of like-minded students who are equally driven to succeed, and taught by a faculty at the top of their fields and industries. Our one-year MBA is a great return on your investment of both time and money.

Credit Hours: 48   |    Courses: 16   |    Program Length: 1 year

Why get an MBA?

An MBA will provide you with the knowledge and skills to build new competencies as well as confidence. When you earn your MBA, you will join a select group of professionals who stand out and lead in the workplace. There is no limit to what you can achieve with an MBA. If you believe hard work pays off and you want to accelerate your career, then our full-time MBA program is for you. 

Why choose UNH’s full-time MBA program?

AACSB Accredited: AACSB is the hallmark of excellence in business education, a distinction earned by fewer than 6% of the world's business schools. 
Accelerated Pace: Our one-year program reduces time out of the workforce and saves money compared with two-year programs. 
Industry-Driven Curriculum: Six options include finance, information systems and business analytics, marketing, global business, growth and innovation, or healthcare industry. 
Outstanding Faculty: Professors are active researchers bringing cutting-edge knowledge and former executives bringing real-world perspectives to their teaching. 
Cohort Model: Be part of a small, cohort-based learning community where your classmates from diverse fields will challenge you to think beyond your base of experience. 
International Residency: This experiential learning opportunity allows you to encounter firsthand the business practices learned in the classroom. Spend a week abroad exploring business and culture outside of the U.S. Residency costs are included as part of the program fee. 
Corporate Consulting Project: Cap off your MBA program with a corporate consulting project, where you'll apply what you've learned to help solve a real-world business problem. 
GMAT Optional: The MBA program is test-optional; however, applicants with strong scores are encouraged to submit as they are used in the selection process for some program scholarships. 

Potential careers

  • Account executive
  • Consultant
  • Data analyst
  • Financial analyst
  • Healthcare program coordinator
  • Market researcher
  • Product/brand manager
  • Project lead
  • Production planner
  • Retail sales

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Full-­Time MBA

The Full-Time MBA program is a one-year, cohort-based MBA program that includes a corporate consulting project and internship opportunities.

Highlights

  • Paul College is an AACSB-accredited business school, placing our programs among the top 6% of MBA programs worldwide.
  • Students acquire the knowledge and skills associated with a two-year MBA program in one year, returning to the workforce faster.
  • Students take all core courses as part of a cohort, benefiting from extensive team-based learning.
  • Students take electives with Part-Time (in Durham or Manchester) and Online MBA students, gaining exposure to working professionals in a variety of industries.
  • As part of their core curriculum, students participate in a residency focused on global business. Details of this residency may vary depending on travel and contact restrictions (for example, they may be virtual experiences). 
  • Merit scholarships are available.
  • Six MBA options are available, but are not required.
    • Finance
    • Information Systems & Business Analytics
    • Marketing
    • Global Business
    • Growth and Innovation
    • Hospitality Management
Full-Time Curriculum Schedule (8 week Terms)
Term 1 (Aug-Oct):
ADMN 912Managing Yourself & Leading Others3
ADMN 919Accounting/Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Analysis3
ADMN 926Leveraging Technology for Competitive Advantage3
ADMN 970Economics of Competition3
Term 2 (Oct-Dec):
ADMN 930Financial Management/Raising and Investing Money3
ADMN 950Data Driven Decisions3
ADMN 960Marketing/Building Customer Value3
Elective3
Term 3 (Jan-March):
ADMN 840International Business3
ADMN 940Managing Operations3
Elective3
Elective3
Term 4 (March-May):
ADMN 982Creating Winning Strategies3
ADMN 905Corporate Consulting Project3
ADMN 901PAUL Assessment of MBA Core Knowledge0
Elective3
Term 5 (May-July)
ADMN 902 Internship or Elective3
Total Credits48

Full-­Time MBA Degree Requirements

The curriculum for the one-year accelerated Full-Time MBA program begins in August on the Durham campus. Some students may be eligible to finish the program in 9 months.

  • Credits: Students will complete 16 courses, or 48 credits.
  • Student Availability: Due to the nature of the program, classes are scheduled in both day and evening time slots; therefore, the program is incompatible with full-time employment.
  • GPA: Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA at graduation, and earn a B- or better in all classes.
  • Required Residency: Students participate in a residency as part of their core curriculum. Details of this residency may vary depending on travel and contact restrictions. 
  • Corporate Consulting Project (CCP): The CCP provides an immediate opportunity to apply MBA program knowledge to a real business challenge. Small student-teams are matched with local organizations from various industries. Each team works closely with a client organization and faculty advisers to provide business consulting expertise. At the end of the CCP, each team presents their recommendations to their client organization.
  • Internship: Students should expect to complete an internship during terms 4 and 5 unless they receive a waiver based on significant prior professional experience. Students with more than two years of professional work experience are also encouraged to engage in an internship in order to explore new fields or functions.

Core Courses

Full-Time MBA Curriculum
ADMN 912Managing Yourself & Leading Others3
ADMN 919Accounting/Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Analysis3
ADMN 926Leveraging Technology for Competitive Advantage3
ADMN 970Economics of Competition3
ADMN 930Financial Management/Raising and Investing Money3
ADMN 950Data Driven Decisions3
ADMN 960Marketing/Building Customer Value3
ADMN 840International Business3
ADMN 940Managing Operations3
ADMN 982Creating Winning Strategies3
ADMN 905Corporate Consulting Project3
ADMN 901PAUL Assessment of MBA Core Knowledge0
ADMN 902MBA Internship 13
4 Elective Courses 212
Total Credits48
1

This is normally completed in the summer term, but if an earlier start is needed, students can register for this for 1 credit in term 4, and for the remaining 2 credits in the summer term.

2

The Full-Time MBA curriculum is complete at the end of Term 5 with a total of 48 credits. Students have the option of taking electives in Term 5 to complete  their degree.

Specialized Degree Options

Business Administration: Finance

This option provides students with the tools necessary to make informed financial decisions for themselves and their organizations. Finance students and professionals utilize an exciting mix of quantitative analysis, strategic thinking, and creativity. Opportunities exist in a variety of fields, including commercial and investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, risk management, real estate, and private equity.

Finance Option Requirements
ADMN 829Corporate Financial Strategy3
ADMN 830Investments3
Select one of the following:3
ADMN 835
Financial Institutions
ADMN 838
Equity Analysis and Firm Valuation
ADMN 846
International Financial Management
ADMN 898
Topics (Applied Financial Modeling and Analytics)
ADMN 898
Topics (Financial Innovation and Derivatives)
ADMN 898
Topics (Financial Technology and Big Data)
Total Credits9

Business Administration: Global Business

This option helps students develop their global awareness, understanding, and competence so to that they can compete and lead effectively in a transnational environment. Job outlook includes graduate careers abroad or in organizations that are engaged in business or initiatives with a global scope.

Global Business Option Requirements
ADMN 840International Business3
Select two of the following:6
ADMN 841
International Management
ADMN 846
International Financial Management
ADMN 860
International Marketing
Total Credits9

Business Administration: Growth and Innovation

This option provides students with knowledge, skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset to apply in smaller, newer firms as well as in larger, established companies in order to drive organizational growth, innovation and change. These can be applied in a range of contexts, including new ventures, corporate entrepreneurship, and social enterprises.

Growth and Innovation Option Requirements
ADMN 882Managing Growth and Innovation3
Select two of the following:6
ADMN 834
Private Equity/Venture Capital
ADMN 841
International Management
ADMN 864
New Product Development
ADMN 898
Topics (Leading Organizational Change)
Total Credits9

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY

This option is designed to provide students already in the healthcare field or those interested in entering it with foundational knowledge of the U.S. Healthcare system and health policy, as well as analytic approaches for improving it.

Healthcare Industry Option Requirements
Select one of the following:3
ADMN 801
The U.S. Healthcare System
NURS 901
Health Policy
NURS 969
Health Systems Policy, Economics & Financial Planning
Select two of the following:6
NURS 973
Quality & Safety
NURS 960
Healthcare Finance Management
NURS 963
Biostats and Epidemiology
NURS 933
Applied Analytics for QI in Health Care
NURS 964
Information Systems and Technology Improvement
Total Credits9

Business Administration: Hospitality Management

This option is directed toward working professionals, positioning them for additional career growth and advancement in the industry. For students who wants to take a coherent set of advanced hospitality management courses offered within the general framework of the MBA, these course offerings provide opportunities in a wide variety of areas, including human resources, operations, and asset management and finance.

Hospitality Management Option Requirements
ADMN 847Human Resource Management3
ADMN 827Hospitality Operations & Financial Metrics3
ADMN #828Hospitality Asset and Financial Management3
ADMN 858Revenue Management and Pricing Strategies3
Total Credits12

Business Administration: Information Systems and Business Analytics

This option provides students with knowledge and skills in the areas of business analytics: descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive. These tangible abilities will enable graduates to bring added value to any organization through data analysis and visualization; predicting/forecasting future probabilities and trends; and helping decision makers evaluate and determine the best ways to achieve business objectives in resource-constrained environments, while also quantifying the risk present in business situations due to uncertainty.

Information Systems and Business Analytics Option Requirements
ADMN 873Data Management and Visualization3
ADMN 872Predictive Analytics3
Select one of the following:3
ADMN 845
Supply Chain Management
ADMN 863
Marketing Analytics
ADMN 875
Prescriptive Analytics
ADMN 898
Topics (Applied Financial Modeling and Analytics)
ADMN 898
Topics (Financial Technology and Big Data)
Total Credits9

Business Administration: Marketing

This option is designed around the three strategic initiatives of the marketing department: Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, and New Product Development. Flexibility within specialization provides tracks for less seasoned students (Marketing Analytics and tools), and for more seasoned students (Product and Service innovation focus). Designed to help students recognize, prioritize, and execute opportunities for growth through new and existing customers.

Marketing Option Requirements9
Minimum of three courses are required to complete the option.
Select two or three courses from the following:
ADMN 852
Marketing Research
ADMN 863
Marketing Analytics
ADMN 864
New Product Development
ADMN 865
Digital Marketing
Select one additional course from the following if needed:
ADMN #888
Strategic Pricing
ADMN 860
International Marketing
ADMN 898
Topics (Consumer Behavior)
Total Credits9

Approved Elective Courses

ADMN 801The U.S. Healthcare System3
ADMN 827Hospitality Operations & Financial Metrics3
ADMN #828Hospitality Asset and Financial Management3
ADMN 829Corporate Financial Strategy3
ADMN 830Investments3
ADMN 834Private Equity/Venture Capital3
ADMN 835Financial Institutions3
ADMN 838Equity Analysis and Firm Valuation3
ADMN 840International Business3
ADMN 841International Management3
ADMN 842Project Management3
ADMN 845Supply Chain Management3
ADMN 846International Financial Management3
ADMN 847Human Resource Management3
ADMN 852Marketing Research3
ADMN 858Revenue Management and Pricing Strategies3
ADMN 860International Marketing3
ADMN 863Marketing Analytics3
ADMN 864New Product Development3
ADMN 865Digital Marketing3
ADMN 872Predictive Analytics3
ADMN 873Data Management and Visualization3
ADMN 875Prescriptive Analytics3
ADMN 882Managing Growth and Innovation3
ADMN 898Topics (Leading Organizational Change)3
ADMN 898Topics (Applied Financial Modeling & Analytics)3
ADMN 898Topics (Financial Technology & Big Data)3
ADMN 898Topics (Financial Innovation and Derivatives)3
ADMN 898Topics (Consumer Behavior)3
ADMN 898Topics (Integrated Marketing Communications)3
ADMN 992Special Projects and Independent Study1-6

*Not all approved electives are offered on a regular basis

MBA graduates will be able to:

  • Synthesize and apply knowledge across business disciplines.
  • Apply analytical tools to solve complex organizational problems.
  • Apply theories and frameworks to effectively lead teams and organizations.
  • Communicate quantitative and qualitative assessments of business information.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities and challenges in the global business environment.
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen and extend ethical and sustainable business practices; consider and address the relevant range of stakeholders affected by business decisions.
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen and extend diversity, equity, inclusion, and belongingness in the work environment. 

Deadlines

Applications must be completed by the following deadlines in order to be reviewed for admission:

  • Fall: June 1
  • Spring: N/A
  • Summer: N/A
  • Special: N/A

Application fee: $65

Campus: Durham

New England Regional: No

Accelerated Masters Eligible: No

New Hampshire Residents

Students claiming in-state residency must also submit a Proof of Residence Form. This form is not required to complete your application, but you will need to submit it after you are offered admission or you will not be able to register for classes.

Transcripts

If you attended UNH or Granite State College (GSC) after September 1, 1991, and have indicated so on your online application, we will retrieve your transcript internally; this includes UNH-Durham, UNH-Manchester, UNH Non-Degree work and GSC. 

If you did not attend UNH, or attended prior to September 1, 1991, then you must upload a copy (PDF) of your transcript in the application form. International transcripts must be translated into English.

If admitted, you must then request an official transcript be sent directly to our office from the Registrar's Office of each college/university attended. We accept transcripts both electronically and in hard copy:

  • Electronic Transcripts: Please have your institution send the transcript directly to grad.school@unh.edu. Please note that we can only accept copies sent directly from the institution.
  • Paper Transcripts: Please send hard copies of transcripts to: UNH Graduate School, Thompson Hall- 105 Main Street, Durham, NH 03824. You may request transcripts be sent to us directly from the institution or you may send them yourself as long as they remain sealed in the original university envelope.

Transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions must be submitted and applicants must disclose any previous academic or disciplinary sanctions that resulted in their temporary or permanent separation from a previous post-secondary institution. If it is found that previous academic or disciplinary separations were not disclosed, applicants may face denial and admitted students may face dismissal from their academic program.

Letters of Recommendation: 2 Required

Recommendation letters submitted by relatives or friends, as well as letters older than one year, will not be accepted.

Test Scores: GMAT Optional

GMAT test scores are optional. Applicants may provide their GMAT or GRE scores to supplement their application or to be considered for department scholarships and assistantships. 

Please, request official test scores to be sent directly to the Graduate School by the testing service. Test scores more than five years old will not be accepted. Student copies and photo copies of scores are not considered official.

Personal Statement/Essay Questions

Applicants to the MBA Program must provide answers to these specific questions: 1) What are your short and long term goals? Why is an MBA a critical step toward achieving these goals? Why are you interested in UNH? 2) List 10 facts about yourself that will help your future classmates get to know you. *Optional: Please provide any additional information you believe is important and/or address any areas of concern that will be beneficial to the Admissions Committee in considering your application (e.g. unexplained gaps in employment, choice of recommenders, academic performance, or extenuating personal circumstances).

Statements must be included with your submitted application.

Resume

A current resume is required with your submitted application.

Additional Department Requirements

Two or more years of experience recommended. An interview may be required at the admission committee's discretion.

Important Notes

All applicants are encouraged to contact programs directly to discuss program-specific application questions.

If you are planning to take the Hospitality Management specialization, or some other specialization, please indicate this when you fill out the online application. You can enter this information under the planned major section of the application.

Stackable MBA/MSBA degree option: Complete two graduate degrees in two years

Applicants that are applying to the MBA program are now able to apply to the MSBA, to start the MSBA immediately following the MBA. Applicants will fill out distinct applications for each program and transcripts, test scores, and statements of residency will only need to be submitted once.  Applicants also pay only one application fee. Please check the box on your MBA application that signifies you are interested in applying to the stackable degree program. For questions on this new option please reach out to PaulCollege.Grad@unh.edu and we will be happy to assist you.

Benefits:

  • STEM OPT opportunities after completing the MSBA
  • All students: Two MBA courses will count as MSBA electives, reducing the MSBA tuition in year two

Enrollment Deposit

This program requires an enrollment deposit of $200. If admitted the deposit will be due by the deadline specified in your admit letter. For more information please see our enrollment deposits help page.

International Applicants

Prospective international students are required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent examination scores. English Language Exams may be waived if English is your first language. If you wish to request a waiver, then please visit our Test Scores webpage for more information.

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M.B.A. Options

  • An option is not required.
  • Option courses are open to all Paul College MBA students as electives.
  • Some option courses are available only online or in one physical location.
  • Not all options can be completed in one academic year.
  • In order to complete an option, students may need to take courses in Term 5 (Summer).
FINANCE: this option provides students with the tools necessary to make informed financial decisions for themselves and their organizations. Finance students and professionals utilize an exciting mix of quantitative analysis, strategic thinking, and creativity. Opportunities exist in a variety of fields, including commercial and investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, risk management, real estate, and private equity.   
INFORMATION SYSTEMS & BUSINESS ANALYTICS: this option provides students with knowledge and skills in the areas of business analytics: descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive. These tangible abilities will enable graduates to bring added value to any organization through data analysis and visualization; predicting/forecasting future probabilities and trends; and helping decision makers evaluate and determine the best ways to achieve business objectives in resource-constrained environments, while also quantifying the risk present in business situations due to uncertainty.  
MARKETING: this option is designed around the three strategic initiatives of the marketing department: Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, and New Product Development. Flexibility within specialization provides tracks for less seasoned students (Marketing Analytics and tools), and for more seasoned students (Product and Service innovation focus). Designed to help students recognize, prioritize, and execute opportunities for growth through new and existing customers.  
GLOBAL BUSINESS: this option helps students develop their global awareness, understanding, and competence so that they can compete and lead effectively in a transnational environment. Job outlook includes graduate careers abroad or in organizations that are engaged in business or initiatives with a global scope.  
GROWTH & INNOVATION: this option provides students with knowledge, skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset to apply in smaller, newer firms as well as in larger, established companies in order to drive organizational growth, innovation and change. These can be applied in a range of contexts, including new ventures, corporate entrepreneurship, and social enterprises.  
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (available to Part-Time and Online students only): this option is directed toward working professionals, positioning them for additional career growth and advancement in the industry. For students who want to take a coherent set of advanced hospitality management courses offered within the general framework of the MBA, these course offerings provide opportunities in a wide variety of areas, including human resources, operations, and asset management and finance.  

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Robb was at a transitional moment in his career and wanted to do something different. He chose the Paul College MBA program to help him build the skills needed to be a good manager. It opened new career doors for him.

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