Master of Business Administration, MBA

Welcome!

We are a program that flawlessly intertwines theory and real-world applications, shaping business leaders who excel in problem-solving and interpersonal skills, ready to make a mark in the dynamic corporate arena. Our MBA curriculum offers a robust academic experience with a total of 20 courses spanning over 36 semester hours. The journey begins with six foundational courses followed by additional six specialized electives, each designed to foster specific industry expertise:

Business Analytics
This elective illuminates the power of data-driven strategies. It equips our students to harness the potential of big data and quantitative analyses, sharpening their decision-making skills with a blend of predictive modeling, data mining, visualization, and optimization methods.
Hospitality
This MBA specialization dives deep into the world of hospitality management, grooming leaders with strategic acumen and an in-depth understanding of hotel operations, revenue management, marketing, and event planning.
Game and Casino
This unique elective is tailored for aspirants eyeing leadership roles in the gaming and casino industry. The curriculum is an amalgamation of operational understanding and regulatory insights of the gaming world, setting a strong footing in casino operations, gaming laws, and industry-specific finance and marketing.

Contacts

Dr. Peter Wui, Interim Chair, Director of MBA Program, Professor of Economics
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
1200 N. University Drive, Mail Slot 4976
Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71601
wuiy@uapb.edu

Completion Time

Our comprehensive program takes two years to complete, with classes held from Tuesday through Thursday evenings.
Admissions Criteria
To be considered for our MBA program, prospective students must hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in Business or related fields and provide the following:
- Completed online application.
- Official transcripts from previous institutions
- Comprehensive Resume
- Two (2) letters of recommendation (one from current supervisor or advisor)
- Personal Statement of Intent ((300 to 500 words explaining why you are applying to the program and which concentration you are pursuing in the program)
- TOEFL or ESTL Score for International Students
Core Courses
The following core courses make up 27 of the 36 hours required to earn the MBA from UAPB:
What Makes UAPB MBA Stand Out?
- First MBA program in Southeast Arkansas and among HBCUs in the state.
- A pathway to exponential career growth.
- Imparts critical solution-oriented skills for a globally competitive business environment.
- Ideal for management professionals eyeing executive roles or entrepreneurship.
- Provides a strong foundation in general management and specialized functional skills.
- Ranked among the best cost-efficient MBA programs in the USA.
- Faculty renowned for their high quality of teaching.