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Graduate and Executive Programs at the University of Delaware
Who we are
The University of Delaware The Alfred Lerner College of
The University of Delaware has grown from its founding Business & Economics
as a small private academy in 1743 to a major university. The Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics,
As one of the oldest land-grant institutions, as well as named in honor of the former Chairman and CEO of
a sea-grant, space-grant, and urban-grant institution, MBNA, Alfred Lerner, is one of only 400 institutions fully
Delaware offers an impressive collection of educational accredited by AACSB International —The Association
resources. to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The mission
of the College is to foster scholarship and offer distinc-
tive, innovative educational opportunities related to the
successful management and leadership of organizations
operating in an environment of scarce resources, rapid
change, global competition, and advances in technology.
UD MBA attracts students
and faculty from around
the globe.
“UD MBA curriculum is designed
to provide you with necessary
tools and experiences to help
you make better business
decisions. The curriculum
design rests on four corner-
stones, namely,
E – Experiential Learning
D – Data-based Management
G – Global Perspective
E – Ethical Leadership
— Ajay Manrai, Professor,
Marketing, Faculty Director
— Graduate and Executive
Programs, Faculty since 1991
Succeed with UD MBA Contact Information
If you would like more information
about any of our programs, please con-
tact us at (302) 831-2221 or visit our Web
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A Valuable Resource for New Hires
Top talent Complement Your Work Force AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE
Employers can choose from high-caliber candidates, The Corporate Associates Program is an elite internship ACTION EMPLOYER—The University of Delaware
is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all
including MBA students currently enrolled in the program, program that enables participating employers to utilize persons and does not discriminate on the basis of
new MBA graduates, and MBA alumni who are fully pre- top MBA-level talent to complement the resources of race, creed, color, gender, age, religion, national
pared for senior positions. In addition to strong leadership a project team or individually handle a special manage- origin, veteran or handicapped status, or sexual
orientation in its educational programs, activities,
and technical skills, our candidates possess work experi- ment assignment. As Corporate Partners, employers are admissions or employment practices as required
ence relative to a variety of industries and are eager to able to have a “first look” at the skills and abilities of our by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of
1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
contribute to the success of your organization. most outstanding full-time MBAs before they graduate.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other
Corporate Associates are available while completing their applicable statutes. Inquiries concerning Section
There are several ways to reach these candidates.
MBA degrees. 504 compliance and information regarding campus
Employer receptions and job fairs are held on campus in accessibility should be referred to the Americans
the fall and the spring and job descriptions can be posted Business Consulting Project with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator, (302)
831-4643, located at 413 Academy Street. Inquiries
on the Graduate & Executive Programs’ Web site. The Corporations in the business community have the oppor- concerning Title VII and Title IX should be referred
University’s Career Services Center can assist you in tunity to participate in the MBA program by bringing in a to the Office of the Assistant Vice President for
Affirmative Action, (302) 831-8735, located at 124
scheduling on-campus interviews for graduate students and team of MBA student consultants to work on a specific Hullihen Hall. • 51/1500/9.08/WD
provide a variety of means for identifying graduate and business project for a semester. The Business Consulting
undergraduate candidates from all academic disciplines. Project course is designed to provide student teams
with the opportunity to gain an integrative, practical, and
applied industry experience by solving actual industry
problems. In conjunction with the faculty, the organiza-
tions identify appropriate projects within their firm for a
team of MBA students to analyze. The client identifies the
problem or project, but empowers the student team to
research, design and implement solutions.
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Succeed with UD MBA From Different Angles
The traditional classroom is
only part of graduate business
experience at UD. Top execu-
tive speakers, extensive library
resources, and international
travel opportunities offer a
Programs
wide variety of resources to our
students.
Executive MBA Professional MBA
Organizations understand that identifying and develop- The Professional MBA program is ideal for working On the Case
ing future leaders today is essential to their success professionals. Flexibility and convenience are key com- the UD MBA team brought
tomorrow. The University of Delaware Executive MBA ponents of this outstanding MBA experience. Core and home the second place trophy
was designed exclusively for experienced profession- required courses provide each student with in-depth from the George Washington
als that have been identified as future leaders of their knowledge of the functional areas of business includ- University International Case
organizations. The format of the program creates a ing Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, Competition in March 2008;
dynamic classroom environment that provides a forum Operations and Economics. Electives add flexibility, as
(left–right) Ioana Parja, Jonathan
for the sharing of diverse perspectives and analysis of well as the option to pursue a concentration or special-
Katz, Arul Peter Desaraj, Jen-
business issues. The sponsoring organization receives ization in areas such as finance, information technology,
nifer Zak Grey, Tim Crowley.
immediate benefits as the participant applies the knowl- biotechnology and management. Flexibility and conve-
edge and skills learned in the classroom on the job. nience are also found in the scheduling and location
Participants sharpen their knowledge of business areas of courses. Students in the
such as accounting, finance, and economics, and refine Professional MBA take classes
and further develop strategic leadership skills such as in the evenings during the week
forging effective and productive teams, critical thinking, and may choose between two
negotiations, motivating people, and inspiring innovation. locations—the Main Campus
Global business issues are woven throughout the course in Newark or the University’s
of study culminating in an international residency. Wilmington Campus on
To minimize the time spent away from work, EMBA Pennsylvania Avenue. It is possi-
classes are held on Friday evenings and Saturdays. ble to complete the Professional
MBA program within 21/2–3 years
The organization’s return on investment is the develop- without interrupting a successful
ment of a business leader poised to lead your organiza- career.
tion into the future.
Master of Science Accounting Master of Science Hospitality
The Master of Science in Accounting offers advanced Information Management
study in each of the major areas of the field of account- The Department of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional
ing (financial, managerial, information systems, audit- Management offers a program leading to a Master of
ing, and taxation), as well as in the supporting fields of Science in Hospitality Information Management. The
finance and quantitative methods. In taking the student goal of the program is first to develop students for suc-
beyond the level of study offered by an undergradu- cessful careers as corporate hospitality information man-
ate program in accounting, the M.S. provides additional agers, consultants, and hospitality technology systems
preparation for careers in public accounting, information implementation professionals, and second to offer high-
systems consulting, industry and government. Graduates quality, professional-level instruction for current hos-
of this program possess a thorough understanding of all pitality managers seeking to further their education by
areas of accounting and are prepared to function in posi- applying technology solutions in operational settings. It
tions such as comptroller, consultant or COO. is also designed to provide students interested in future
doctoral work in hospitality and tourism management a
Master of Science Finance sound foundation toward that goal.
The purpose of the MS in Finance program is to provide
students with the theoretical knowledge and practical
skills to be innovative, well-informed, and experienced
finance professionals.
The curriculum is based on the financial theory and empir-
ical methods employed by professionals practicing corpo-
rate finance, financial security valuation, financial model-
ing, portfolio management, financial services management,
financial risk management, and corporate governance.
In addition, students are expected to leverage educa-
tional opportunities afforded by the Exelon Trading
Center and the Weinberg Center for Corporate
Governance. As a result, students will obtain train-
ing and experience valued by corporations, financial
service firms, consulting firms, and government agen-
cies. Additionally, if desired, students may tailor their
program to enhance progress through a subsequent
doctoral degree program.
Master of Science Organizational Excelon Trading Center
Master of Science IS&TM
Effectiveness, Development & Change The Exelon Trading floor
The Master of Science in Information Systems & provides MBA students at the
The Master of Science in Organizational Effectiveness,
Technology Management (M.S. IS&TM) is a unique University of Delaware a unique
Development and Change was designed to prepare
36-credit interdisciplinary program developed jointly by setting in which to practice
professionals to be agents of strategic change to maxi-
the Lerner College of Business & Economics and the hands-on Finance.
mize organizational effectiveness. Participants examine
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering.
critical and analytical thinking techniques and methods
Successful organizations use information technology to
of planning and implementing policies and programs in
produce a sustainable competitive advantage. This
today’s complex, dynamic, and global environment. The
requires effectively blending the technical aspects of
change process depends upon working with and through
information systems with the business processes of the
others, thus there is a heavy emphasis on leadership,
organization. Graduates of this program possess the
influence, and team and inter-group collaboration skills.
combination of management and technical skills needed
to bring about the effective deployment and admini- To minimize time spent away from work, classes are held
stration of information technology to achieve success in in the evenings. It is possible to complete the degree in
today’s highly competitive global environment. as little as two years.
Graduate Program Options Customize Your UD MBA
MBA MA & PHD: ECONOMICS In addition to a broad range of core classes rang-
An MBA from the University of Delaware gives The curricula provide students with a balance ing across the functional areas of Accounting,
you the skills and confidence to navigate the peaks between a core of microeconomic, macroeconomic, Economics, Management, Marketing, Operations,
and valleys of today’s business cycles on the global and econometric theory and a wide variety of ap- Finance, Ethics, and Strategy, you can tailor your
stage. plied coursework. MBA through a concentration or specialization.
EXECUTIVE MBA DUAL DEGREES WITH THE MBA CONCENTRATIONS
An Executive MBA positions mid-career profes- The graduate dual-degree programs listed below Identifying a concentration allows you to custom-
sionals to take advantage of the opportunities to enable the student to combine the strategic ize your MBA to your specific needs and interests.
enhance your skills as a decision-maker, critical business skills of the MBA with a variety of other Concentrations consist of four electives chosen
thinker, and as a leader. disciplines: from a specific set of courses that create a depth of
• MBA / Master of Arts in Economics understanding in your chosen field. Concentrations
MS: ACCOUNTING are offered in the following areas:
The MS in Accounting provides advanced prepara- • MBA / Master of Science in Finance
tion for careers in public accounting, information • Finance
• MBA / Master of Science in Information
systems consulting, industry, and government, and Systems & Technology Management • Marketing
establishes a foundation for further study at the • Entrepreneurship
PhD level in preparation for an academic career. • MBA / Master of Science in Organizational
Effectiveness, Development, and Change • International Business
MS: FINANCE • MBA / Master of International Business • Information Technology
The MS in Finance will give you the theory and the
practical skills in areas such as corporate finance, • Master of Engineering: Mechanical / MBA • Museum Leadership and Management
financial security valuation, financial modeling, risk • MS in Mechanical Engineering / MBA SPECIALIZATIONS
management, and corporate governance to be an
• MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering / MBA As an alternative to a highly structured concentra-
innovative, well-informed, and experienced finance
• Master of Materials Science & Engineering / MBA tion, you have the option of designing a course of
professional.
study that includes 12 hours of elective course work
• Master of Applied Sciences in Civil Engineering / in line with your unique professional interests and
MS: INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY
MBA goals. Specializations can leverage graduate offer-
MANAGEMENT (ISTM)
The MS: ISTM provides you with the combination • Master of Civil Engineering / MBA ings from around the University. These include, but
of management and technical skills needed to bring are not limited to, the following areas:
• Master of Chemical Engineering / MBA
about the effective deployment of information • Accounting
• PhD in Biological Sciences / MBA
technology to achieve business success in today’s • Business Economics
highly competitive global environment. Students in dual-degree programs must apply to
and be accepted by each of the two programs. • Engineering
MS: HOSPITALITY INFORMATION
• Hotel Restaurant & Institutional
MANAGEMENT 4+1 MBA PROGRAMS
Management
The MS in Hospitality Information Management MBAs may be earned in combination with several
develops students for successful careers as corpo- undergraduate degrees in as little as five years. • Management
rate hospitality information managers, consultants, • Engineering • Public Administration
and hospitality technology systems implementation • Sport Management
• Music
professionals, and offers high-quality, professional-
level instruction for current hospitality managers • HRIM (4+1+1)
seeking to further their education by applying
technology solutions in operational settings
MS: ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS,
DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE (OEDC)
The MS: OEDC helps you develop the necessary ALFRED LERNER COLLEGE OF
skills to be an effective agent of change in business BUSINESS & ECONOMICS
and corporate organizations or to pursue a PhD University of Delaware
program in this or a related field. Newark, Delaware 19716
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