Program Overview

X-ccelerated 4+1 MBA Program

The X-ccelerated 4+1 MBA program at Xavier University is designed for ambitious undergraduate students, offering an accelerated path to earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) within one year of completing a bachelor’s degree. This in-person program empowers students to continue their education through intensive coursework, hands-on experiential learning opportunities, and building their résumé-worthy skills.

Overview

The program is created for undergraduate students who wish to earn their MBA in an accelerated manner. It provides a rigorous, holistic curriculum covering finance, marketing, economics, analytics, and strategy, with practical experience through an international trip, internships, and leadership development.

Admission

The admissions process for the accelerated 4+1 MBA program is competitive due to its limited capacity and rigorous pace. To be considered for admission, applicants must submit:

• Completed application
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended
• A current résumé documenting work experience
• Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources
• A personal statement regarding the motivation and goals that have prompted the application to the accelerated 4+1 MBA program
• A personal interview (if requested) by the admissions committee

Admission Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrate a history of leadership and student involvement
• Have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
• Provide a recommendation from a faculty member in their respective undergraduate major Applicants do not need to submit GMAT or GRE test scores.

Curriculum

The accelerated MBA program offers a rigorous curriculum with the following prerequisites:

• ACCT 500 - Foundations of Financial Accounting (3 credit hours)
• BAIS 500 - Business Statistics (3 credit hours) These prerequisites may be waived based on students’ undergraduate coursework.

The core courses include:

• ACCT 550 - Managerial Accounting (3 credit hours)
• BLAW 550 - Business Law and Ethics (3 credit hours)
• ECON 550 - Managerial Economics (3 credit hours)
• FINC 550 - Fundamentals of Finance (3 credit hours)
• BAIS 550 - Business Information Systems (3 credit hours)
• BAIS 551 - Operational Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MKTG 550 - Marketing Strategy (3 credit hours)
• MGMT 550 - Strategy and Organizations (3 credit hours)
• MGMT 614 - Leading the Modern Organization (3 credit hours)
• BUAD 603 - Internship (3 credit hours)
• BUAD 610 - Contemporary Business Topics (3 credit hours)
• BUAD 685 - International Study Immersion (3 credit hours)
• MBA Capstone (3 credit hours)

Sample Courses

MKTG 550 - Marketing Strategy

This course teaches students how to develop, implement, and critically evaluate the marketing strategy for a product or service. It provides conceptual frameworks and outlines how to develop analytical, quantitative, and creative skills.

FINC 550 - Fundamentals of Finance

Fundamentals of Finance helps students understand the basic principles and techniques used in the financial management of a business. This course introduces the student to the core principles of finance, with particular emphasis on financial decisions within the context of the corporation.

MGMT 550 - Strategy and Organizations

As a strategy course, this survey course introduces students to the principles of managerial behavior, strategic management, and strategic human resource management. Students learn about relevant management theories, concepts, and frameworks and how to apply them to real-world business situations.

Tuition and Fees

At Xavier University, the tuition for the MBA and non-degree seeking programs is $942 per credit hour. Additional fees include:

• Student ID Fee: $12.50
• Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking full-time: $15 per semester
• Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking part-time: $10 per semester

Program Details

• Duration: 12 months
• Credit Hours: 39
• Format: In-person
• Accreditation: AACSB-accredited

Why Choose Xavier’s Accelerated 4+1 MBA?

• Earn your MBA in 12 months
• Learn in a cohort-based community with a maximum of 30 students
• AACSB-accredited MBA program
• No GMAT or GRE required to apply
• Explore international experience through a for-credit international business experience

Scholarship Opportunities

• Loyal Musketeer Scholarship: available to all graduating students and alumni, equal to 25 percent off the program tuition rate for the accelerated MBA program

More MBA Programs

Xavier University offers diverse MBA programs, including:

• Full Time MBA
• Online MBA (full-time and part-time)
• Part Time MBA
• Executive MBA (EMBA)

FAQ

• Is this program in-person or online? The accelerated 4+1 MBA program is an in-person program.
• How long is the program? The program is 12 months long.
• Is Xavier’s MBA program accredited? Yes, Xavier University's MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
• Are there any scholarships available? Yes, there are dedicated scholarships for graduate business programs, including the 4+1 MBA program.