School of Global Management and Leadership

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership History

Arizona State University, West, founded in 1885, is a public, coeducational institution. The 300-acre campus is located in an urban area in Phoenix. Figures given in the above capsule are approximate.

The basic educational approach is a mix of both the theoretical and case methods.

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership Academics

The School of Global Management and Leadership offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA). Other programs include a dual degree program with American Graduate School of International Management.

Forty-eight total credits are required to complete the MBA, including 9 elective credits. Required courses include:

• Financial Reporting
• Economics
• Information Systems
• Marketing
• Operations Technology
• Strategic Management
• Management Decision Analysis
• Managing People and Organizations
• Financial Decision Analysis
• Accounting Cost Control
• Legal and Ethical Studies
• Strategy Consulting Project
• Marketing Research

Students may eliminate or substitute requirements by substituting higher-level courses in the same area only.

Business students may take relevant nonbusiness courses in other departments. The minimum time permitted to complete the master’s degree program attending full time is 2 years; maximum, 2 years. For students attending part time, the maximum is 6 years.

There are 41 total full-time graduate business faculty, of whom 93% hold a doctorate. Faculty salaries are rated above average for Category IIA institutions, based on the AAUP rating system. Average number of courses faculty teach is 4; average business class size is 30.

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership Unique Programs

Library

Students have access to numerous databases and networks in the field of business. Other opportunities for research consist of the main campus library and UNCOVER.

Computers

Graduate business students need not have their own PCs. The business school has its own computer facilities, consisting of 6 PCs equipped with Microsoft software and connected to the Web. These are available during normal campus operating hours.

Career and Job Placement

Placement services are limited, since most students are already employed full time, and are available through the university placement office.

International Students

International students must take the TOEFL. They also must submit a translation of their transcripts, proof of health consisting of vaccination records, and proof of adequate funds. Financial aid is available for these students. Check with the school for current application deadlines.

Calendar

The school operates on a traditional semester basis. Semesters are 16 weeks long; summer sessions, 5 weeks. Graduate programs are offered during the evening only.

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership Admissions

A bachelor’s degree is required, along with a GPA of 3.0. A strong mathematics background is not required.

The number of applicants for a recent class was 117; 70 were accepted; 59 enrolled. The average GPA was 3.16. Transfers are accepted. Minority students are actively recruited.

Students may begin the MBA program in the fall, spring, and summer. To apply, students must submit an application form, a transcript, GMAT scores, a nonrefundable application fee, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and a vita. Students are notified of the admissions decision approximately 4 weeks after the application deadline. Check with the school for current application deadlines and fees. Once accepted, students may defer admission.

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership Financial Aid

In a recent year, about 10% of graduate business school students received financial aid from scholarships, loans, and graduate assistantships. The FAFSA, the school’s own financial statement, and the previous year’s tax return are required. Check with the school for current application deadlines.

Tuition for in-state residents is approximately $497 per credit. Nonresidents pay approximately $798 per credit. Check with the school for current costs. Graduate student housing consists of apartments in the local community.

Arizona State University at the West Campus, School of Global Management and Leadership Students

Ninety-five percent of a recent graduate business school class had an average of 9 years of full-time work experience prior to entering graduate school, a factor preferred by the school. Thirty-eight percent are women, 14% are minorities, and 5% are foreign nationals. The average age at entrance is 34; ages range from 23 to 60. Eight percent already have a graduate degree. Students’ undergraduate majors were as follows: 38%, business; 27%, engineering; 16%, math and science; 10%, liberal arts; 6%, social sciences; 2%, economics; and 1%, education. In a recent year, 90 graduate business degrees were awarded.