Jack Bennett, Head Adviser
(541) 346-3211
364 Oregon Hall
Master of business administration programs train graduates for high-level management positions. Many schools look for diversity of background in their applicants, and a broad liberal arts education is considered an excellent foundation. Students should develop analytic skills through course work in calculus, computer programming, and economics, and communication skills through course work in business English, scientific and technical writing, advanced composition, and literature. Studies in the behavioral sciences are particularly suitable for future managers.
For most graduate schools of business, significant work experience and achievements are considered in evaluating an application for admission. Certain types of experience may reflect motivation, exposure to practical problems, and the ability to apply these to a business school education. In the evaluation of work experience, one of the qualities business schools look for is leadership potential. An individual’s response and reaction to a job experience and the personal growth that may result are considered more closely than the actual status of a job. Business schools are also interested in a student’s extracurricular activities, internships, and part-time, summer, or volunteer work.
The Office of Academic Advising schedules informational workshops during the academic year for students interested in earning an M.B. A. Specific programs can be researched online. The M.B.A. adviser can help with advice about application procedures and time lines.
For information about the M.B.A. program at the University of Oregon, go to http://www.oregonmba.com.
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