Frequently Asked Questions about the IU Kokomo M.B.A.
OVERALL
1. How many hours are in the M.B.A. program?
There are 30 graduate hours - eight required courses and two electives. Those who do not have an undergraduate degree in Business or a related field may need to take undergraduate courses to lay the foundation for the M.B.A. coursework. These undergraduate courses may have been taken at any appropriately accredited college or university.
2. How do the 8- and 16- week formats work?
All the required M.B.A. classes are offered in both 8- and 16-week formats. The 8-week classes meet twice a week for about 3 hours each time; the 16-week classes meet once a week. The classes switch formats every other year. For example, E520 is in the 8-week format in odd-numbered fall semesters, the 16 week format in even-numbered fall semesters. Each required course is offered once per year and various electives are offered each semester.
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ADMISSION
3. How do I get admitted to the M.B.A. program?
To be formally admitted, you must complete the M.B.A. packet (available in the School of Business office), take the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) and have your GMAT scores sent to IU Kokomo. The packet requires an application and an essay plus all transcripts and the admissions fee (if applicable). International students must complete additional forms and may be required to take the TOEFL. You must be admitted to the M.B.A. program in order to take the 500-level courses.
4. How do I register for the GMAT and where do I take it?
Register for the GMAT here.
5. Is it possible to take undergraduate courses without completing the entire M.B.A. admission process?
Yes, there is a type of admission known as “Graduate Special;” students admitted as “Graduate Special” can take any of the undergraduate courses (200 and 300 level courses). They cannot take graduate-level courses (500s).
6. What are the deadlines for admission to the M.B.A. program?
For Fall Admission – August 1st
For Spring Admission – December 1st
For Summer I Admission – April 15th
For Summer II Admission – May 15th
International students’ applications will be processed by IU Bloomington and you will need to allow at least four weeks additional processing for their M.B.A. application.
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PROGRAM ISSUES
7. When is the School of Business office open for advising?
Hours vary by semester; current hours are posted outside the School office. Evening hours are often available.
8. What grades are required in the M.B.A. program?
You must maintain a 3.0 (B average) in all your graduate-level classes (500 level).
9. How many credits can I transfer into the IU Kokomo M.B.A. program?
We accept only 6 credit hours of M.B.A. (graduate-level) coursework from other AACSB accredited schools.
10. For which courses do students need to obtain authorization to enroll?
On the undergraduate level - BUS F301, and M301. On the graduate level – BUKO C590 and BUKO C599. Contact the M.B.A. Director - Dr. Linda S. Ficht (lficht@iuk.edu) for authorization.
11. Is there a time limit on the M.B.A.?
Once admitted to the M.B.A. program, there is a six-year total time limit. This includes both graduate and undergraduate level classes.
12. What courses have prerequisites?
There is no rigid sequence in which M.B.A. classes have to be taken except for the capstone class, J560, which should be taken in the student’s last or next-to-last semester in the program. There are, however, undergraduate prerequisites that must be taken prior to certain courses in the M.B.A. if the student does not have a degree in Business or a related field. Refer to the Curriculum link.
13. How do I know when classes will be offered in the future?
We have developed a 3-year schedule which is available in the School of Business office in hard copy.
14. How do I arrange a C590 (Independent Study) or C599 (Project Demonstrating Expertise)?
Both of these types of classes require that you have both have a project/topic area in mind and find a professor willing to supervise the project. C590s are often research projects conducted under the guidance of a faculty member. C599s are work-related projects conducted under the supervision of both a faculty member and your employer. To set up a C590 or C599, after the faculty member has agreed to supervise, an email needs to be sent to the M.B.A. Director - Dr. Linda S. Ficht (lficht@iuk.edu) stating the semester the project will occur, the topic, and the faculty member involved. The M.B.A. Director will then set up the section of C590 and authorize you into that section. This can take a few days to accomplish so allow plenty of time.
15. Can I qualify for financial aid?
If you are fully admitted to the M.B.A. program and are taking at least six (6) credit hours per semester, then you may qualify for financial aid. “Graduate Special” students are not eligible for financial aid.
16. What is the Waitlist?
A limited number of students may register for a given class. When the limit is reached the class enrollment is closed. Students wishing to enroll after a class is closed are put on a waitlist for the class. As openings become available, those on the waitlist are automatically enrolled in the class and are notified by the Office of the Registrar.
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GRADUATION AND BEYOND
17. What forms do I need to complete to graduate?
You must complete both an Application for Graduation and a Degree Candidate Form. The advisor will then examine your transcript to insure that you have met all requirements for graduation.
18. What if I come up with more questions?
Please contact the M.B.A. Director, Dr. Linda S. Ficht at (765) 455-9471, (765) 455-9275 or lficht@iuk.edu.
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