Graduate Business

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Choosing a graduate program is a big deal, and our staff and faculty are committed to making this process easy for you.

Admission

Our admissions team is here to navigate the application process, so you have all the information to be confident in your decision.

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JBU graduate business classes take place in 8-week blocks. Counseling classes take place in 16-week blocks with some 8-week classes. Education classes take place in 16-week blocks.

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Real-world application

Whether you're a business student developing a strategic plan or a counseling student conducting live therapy, you'll have the opportunity to apply what you're learning through hands-on experiences.

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Engaged & experienced faculty

JBU's expert faculty will bring your coursework to life with extensive field experience and also teach you how to incorporate your faith into your work. They are invested in your success and will be a valuable resource during your time at JBU and beyond.

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See what our alumni have to say...

Larry Kennedy '19

MS in Design Thinking and Innovation

"I would say that they could not select a finer institution to pursue a master's degree. The faculty members are very supportive and work with you to ensure your success. I was very thankful for their support and will always recommend JBU to anyone seeking to further their education. JBU cares about their students!"

Carter Henson '19

"I loved college, and when I learned of the possibility to earn my master’s here through a fellowship, I took it. Graduate school was a great experience that expanded my knowledge on many subjects. It won’t be easy, but JBU’s graduate program will prepare you to succeed no matter what field you work in/plan to work in. I had an opportunity to continue studying here, and I do not regret it!"

Admission requirements for business programs

In addition to general admission requirements, applicants to the graduate business programs must have:

An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher (4.0=A).
Undergraduate coursework in finance, accounting, statistics, and economics (only needed to enroll in the 36-credit hour MBA).
No entrance exam is required.
NOTE: For the MBA in Accounting, students will need the following additional pre-requisites: Intermediate Accounting I and II and a Federal Income Tax course.
NOTE: For the MBA in Data Analytics and Marketing Analytics, to qualify for the 36-credit hour program, recent undergraduate coursework in finance, accounting, statistics, economics, and data analytics or data science is required.

Special petition for admission

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications, you may petition for admission consideration. Applicants should submit a letter to the graduate admissions office via email or upload it to their application portal. Please address your letter to:

Dr. Melanie Peddicord, Program Director
JBU Graduate Business
2000 West University Street
Siloam Springs, AR 72761

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John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education.

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