The Master of Science in Business Administration (MSBA) program provides a high-quality business education to those who strive to become leaders in business, government, and various other industries. The one-year MSBA program builds a competency in international management coupled with a comprehensive business foundation. It is committed to academic excellence, maintaining a collaborative learning environment, providing high quality student service, and developing lifelong learning skills. The Master of Science in Business Administration is a 40 graduate hours master's program best suited for those with a strong technical expertise in one of the concentrations offered within the Ph.D. program. The focus is on preparation for advanced study in the doctoral program or for a research-oriented position. The coursework can usually be completed in four semesters. A major must be specified from one of six areas offered within the Department of Business Administration: organizational behavior/theory, strategic management, marketing, decision sciences and information systems, and process management/management science. At least two courses should be chosen from another area within the Department of Business Administration or a related area outside the department or college.