CBA Academic Programs
The College of Business Administration offers a variety of academic degree programs for students who wish to pursue a professional education in business and related disciplines. All classes are held on the McNichols Campus and are available during the day, as well as in an evening format.
Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Our Business Leaders' Accelerated Start Program helps you launch your business career while you're still in high school... for free! An enhanced dual-enrollment program, BLAST allows you to complete up to eight college courses in business without paying tuition.
Undergraduate Programs
Concentrations are available in many areas:
Accounting, Business Law, Decision Sciences, Finance, Management, Human Resources Management, Social Entrepreneurship, International Business, Marketing, Business Intelligence and Sports Management.
BACHELORS
Bachelor of Business Administration
BSBA with a major in Accounting
ACCELERATED (Bachelors + Masters)
5-Year Bachelor's and MBA
3 + 3 Bachelors and Juris Doctorate Law Degree
MINORS
Business Administration MinorBusiness Law Minor
Undergraduate Scholarships
Freshmen interested in pursuing a major in business, who have a competitive academic record, and evidence of significant community involvement or leadership, are eligible for the Commerce Scholarship (up to $15,000) for undergraduate tuition.
Find more Financial Aid information: Incoming Freshmen | Transfer Students
Ready for the next step? Apply today!
Graduate Programs
MASTERS DEGREES
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
MBA with Graduate Certificate in Health Services Administration Management
Master of Science in Ethical Leadership
DUAL DEGREES
Save time and money and graduate with two Master degrees.
MBA and Master of Health Services Administration
MBA and Juris Doctorate
MBA and MSCIS
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Business Fundamentals CertificateBusiness Turnaround Management Certificate
Finance Certificate
Ethical Leadership and Change Management Certificate
Forensic Accounting Certificate
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistantships: A limited number of graduate assistants are appointed to work with faculty or staff each semester in exchange for tuition waivers.
Ready for the next step?
Graduate Business Virtual Open House: Join us for our virtual open house to learn about the graduate business programs offered, degree requirements, and how to apply! Register NOW!
Contact Us
Evan Peterson
Arnold Jarboe Chair of Business Administration & Director of Undergraduate Business Programs
313-993-1202
petersea@udmercy.edu
You can also call Admissions at 313-993-1245 or e-mail admissions@udmercy.edu.
Dr. Omid Sabbagghi
Director of Graduate Business Programs
sabbagom@udmercy.edu
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Goals and Objectives of Undergraduate Study
Goal 1: Graduates of the undergraduate business program will be able to articulate their values and make ethical decisions.
Objective 1: Demonstrate a knowledge of basic ethical norms and the ability to apply them.
Objective 2: Recognize the ethical and socially responsible relationships that businesses have with their stakeholders.
Goal 2: Graduates of the undergraduate business program will communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Objective 1: Demonstrate that she or he can give a successful individual oral presentation.
Objective 2: Demonstrate that she or he can write effectively.
Goal 3: Graduates of the undergraduate business program will demonstrate awareness of the global environment.
Objective 1: Demonstrate an understanding of major global factors.
Objective 2: Demonstrate an understanding of the global value chain in the creation and delivery of goods and services.
Goal 4: Graduates of the undergraduate business program will demonstrate leadership and work effectively in group settings.
Objective 1: Demonstrate leadership potential.
Objective 2: Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams.
Goal 5: Graduates of the undergraduate business program will think critically in the functional areas of business.
Objective 1: Show that she or he can apply the basic principles of business.
Objective 2: Show that she or he can apply the basic principles of business to solve problems.
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Goals and Objectives of Graduate Study
Goal 1: A graduate of the MBA program will be able to use an ethical and social responsibility perspective when making decisions.
Objective 1: Identify socially responsible relationships that organizations have with their stakeholders.
Objective 2: Show that she or he can know the language and tools for ethical analysis and be able to apply them.
Objective 3: Balance shareholder and other stakeholder values.
Goal 2: A graduate of the MBA program will think critically in problem-solving and decision making.
Objective 1: Show that she or he can apply the principles of business. (Problem-Solving)
Objective 2: Identify and recommend best decision practices among appropriate options; delineate and select ethical options from stakeholder values.
Goal 3: A graduate of the MBA program will be prepared to lead in various organizational contexts.
Objective 1: Identify and apply a theory of motivation.
Objective 2: Affect team performance.
Objective 3a: Comprehend processes of continuity and change.
Objective 3b: Comprehend processes of creativity and innovation.
Objective 4a: Demonstrate that she or he can write effectively.
Objective 4b: Demonstrate that she or he can give a successful individual or team oral presentation.
Goal 4: Global Vantage Point – A graduate of the MBA will include a global perspective when making decisions.
Objective 1: Comprehend the challenges of doing business across geographic boundaries.
Objective 2: Comprehend culture plus appreciate and respect global culture and values.