The largest university in Philadelphia, Temple University, is an international powerhouse, a top-tier research institution going strong since 1884. Its excellent and affordable education focuses on research, innovation, experiential learning, and social impact while allowing incredible opportunity, engagement, service, and discovery. Accredited by the MSCHE, Temple offers over 500 academic programs, including an Online MBA, throughout 17 schools and colleges to over 40,000 students.
Business School
As a Fox School of Business student, you have “experiences beyond education.” This AACSB-accredited school prepares and transforms business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals through high-quality, student-centered education, professional development, and community engagement while integrating technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation throughout every program. The 7,200 current students also benefit from participating in Fox’s 21 research centers and institutes programs.
Programs
The Bachelor’s in Business Administration degree offers majors in Actuarial Science, Economics, Human Resource Management, Accounting, Finance, International Business, Legal Studies, Marketing, Risk Management & Insurance, Real Estate, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management, Financial Planning, Management Information Systems, Business Management, and Supply Chain Management. Fox also offers a Bachelor of Science in Statistical Science & Data Analytics.
There are the Full-time, Part-time, Online, and Executive MBAs and on-campus Master’s in Management, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy for graduate students. The STEM-designated Master’s degrees are in Actuarial Science, Business Analytics, Financial Analysis, Financial Analysis & Quantitative Risk Management, I.T. Auditing & Cyber-Security, Quantitative Finance & Risk Management, Statistics, and Statistics & Data Science. Along with the online MBA, Fox offers online Master’s in Accounting & Financial Management, Digital Marketing, Human Resource Management, Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship, Marketing Research & Analytics, Health Administration, and Real Estate.
Doctoral students can pursue a Business Administration Ph.D. with one of ten concentrations, a Statistics Ph.D., or a Decision Neuroscience Ph.D. There is also an Executive Doctor of Business Administration program.
Online MBA Requirements
Online MBA students have the flexibility to access their coursework from anywhere and at their own pace, taking from two to six years to complete. The 48 credit hours are achieved through live web conferencing, on-demand course content, and a weeklong on-campus kickoff residency. Students enjoy the choice of 14 concentrations, hands-on experiences, live data projects, networking opportunities, a live consulting capstone course, and optional Global Immersion Courses.
Courses
Required courses include Accounting for Managerial & Investment Analysis & Planning, Enterprise Management Consulting Practicum, Leadership in Organizations, Information Technology Management, Operations Management, Business Strategy in a Global Environment, Socioeconomic Context of Business, Financial Analysis & Strategy, Legal & Ethical Foundations of Business, Marketing Management/Strategy, Managing Risk, and Quantitative Methods for Business.
Options of concentrations include Enterprise Risk Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Sports Business, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Health Sector Management, Innovation Management, Real Estate, Strategic Management, and Travel & Tourism.
Application Requirements
Applicants are encouraged to apply quickly to ensure consideration for acceptance. They must submit a completed application, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, GMAT scores (waivers available), a $60 application fee, a current resume, required essays, and a possible admissions interview.
