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Fall & Spring

CREDITS

36-42

CAMPUS

Providence

FORMAT

Full/Part-time

Program Overview

Our world-class MBA program is flexible and focused on working professionals. Take your career to the next level.

Developed and updated in collaboration with leading companies, our professionally focused curriculum includes real-world projects and challenges so you can gain experience — what employers value the most.

Advance your skills and knowledge in all functional areas of business. Hone your ability to critically analyze information. Deliver optimal solutions for business challenges. You’ll learn to assess and evaluate businesses, taking into account cross-functional environments as they affect ethical decision-making in domestic and global organizations.

Plus, you can enhance your degree through electives such as marketing, finance, human resources, international business negotiation, entrepreneurship, labor relations and brand management.

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Want to Fast-Track Your Degree?

Johnson & Wales also offers a one-year MBA in Providence. In just 12 months, you’ll be equipped with advanced business and leadership skills needed to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.

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Program Outcomes

Upon graduation, be prepared to:

  • Analyze problems from a diverse perspective, propose effective solutions and evaluate the impact of executive decisions.
  • Gather, interpret and analyze research to inform decision-making at operational and strategic levels of an organization.

Program Structure

  • Estimated completion time:
    Full time: 1.5-2 years
    Part time: 2-3 years
  • Hybrid study: Mix of online and in-person learning
  • Total credits:
    36 (undergraduate business students)
    42 (non-business students)

What Makes JWU’s MBA Program Unique?

  • Flexible online and hybrid courses let you choose your academic path
  • Our faculty experts are leaders in the industry they teach
  • Opportunity to complete the degree in as little as 15 months
  • Small class sizes allow for personalized attention
  • Gain leadership, strategic and business acumen to excel in any industry
  • Industry-driven curriculum designed by business experts
  • Provides an immersion into business with a focus on practical applications
  • JWU alumni may be eligible for a 25% tuition discount through the Wildcat Alumni Scholarship

Sample Courses

  • Investments
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Human Resources Management
  • Designing and Managing Supply Chains
  • Business Policy and Strategy

Visit the JWU Providence Catalog for a full course listing:

MBA

Career Possibilities

  • Management Analyst
  • Marketing Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Financial Analyst
  • Business Development Manager
  • HR Manager

Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.

“I believe that a post-graduate degree adds value when vying for lucrative jobs and key management roles within an organization, especially for an immigrant restarting a career. JWU came across as an approachable and competitive institution, committed to graduating students capable of synthesizing their learning for real-world responsiveness.”

-Helga Melgar '17 MBA

Featured Faculty

Professor John Krupa
John Krupa

Professor

Krupa has held positions in marketing, sales management, selling, counseling, consulting and education.

Associate Professor Tim Howes
Tim Howes

Associate Professor and Faculty Director of MBA Program

Howes has a 20-plus year track record of creating success at emerging consumer and business-oriented companies.

Professor John Varlaro
John Varlaro

Professor

Varlaro has served as chair of the management department and as chair of the university faculty council.

Your MBA Questions, Answered

From academic support to career services and the average amount of coursework you might expect while completing your MBA, we answer some of the most common questions you might have.

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How long does the average student take to complete their degree?

Most MBA programs are designed to be completed in two academic years as a full-time student. Some programs can be accelerated to finish in as early as one calendar year. Students can work with their academic advisor to create a plan and schedule courses to help students meet their timeline objective for graduation.

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Will I have an advisor to help me plan my academic career path?

Yes, all students are assigned an academic advisor. Students can find their advisor’s information in their Success Network in uSucceed.

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It’s been some time since I attended school. What support systems are in place for MBA students?

At the graduate level, faculty members are your best resource for content or course-work related support. In addition, Providence-based students can take advantage of the Academic Success Center, where the range of academic resources includes subject tutoring, writing support, success coaching, and group workshops.

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How much work will I have to do outside of class?

Calculate roughly 2-3 hours for every hour of class time as the average. Some courses involve a greater amount of research and writing, so the total amount of time will vary based on your skillset.

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Are there career services that can help me to find a job after graduation?

Yes, graduate students have access to resources in our Experiential Education & Career Services resources, including advising, interview skills workshops and prep, resume assistance and career fairs. Advisors there can assist students with all facets of the job search process.

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What if I have a work or family emergency?

JWU faculty are generally very accommodating to unforeseen circumstances as long as students remain in regular and timely communication with them.

Top Employers of JWU MBA Alumni

  • Amica Mutual Insurance Company
  • CVS Health Corporation
  • Bank of America Corporation
  • Fidelity Investments
  • Citizens Financial Group
  • Hasbro, Inc.

Top Occupations for JWU MBA Alumni

  • Financial Managers
  • Marketing Research Analysts
  • General & Operations Managers
  • Marketing Specialists
  • Management Analysts
  • Sales Managers

Faculty Contact

Tim Howes
Associate Professor and Faculty Director
MBA Programs
401-598-1404
Email

Admissions & Tuition

Learn about the admissions process and tuition for JWU’s graduate programs.

Graduate Admissions  Tuition & Fees


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