Admissions Requirements - MBA Business Program

Requirements for admission and matriculation into the Master of Business Administration Program include the following. Applicants must:

• Possess an appropriate Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university. Students who do not have a Bachelor’s degree in business must complete the prerequisite courses listed under Programs of Study Leading to Master of Business Administration Degree. Students can satisfy the prerequisite requirements through CLEP exams, traditional coursework or Molloy School of Business approved proficiency exams, which can include self-paced learning modules.
• Submit an official transcript of all undergraduate work and any prior graduate courses taken. Molloy University will accept a maximum of six content equivalent MBA graduate transfer credits having a grade of “B” or better from another accredited college or university. Credits completed more than five years ago will be reviewed. Foreign documents must be accompanied by a certified English translation and evaluation by WES or GLOBE. Students found to be deficient in the English language may be required to complete a University sponsored English placement exam prior to the start of their studies.
• Complete the graduate degree program application, including a required essay.
• Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale overall grade point average in undergraduate work or submit the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). (Students having a GPA below 3.0 may be accepted on a provisional status. Completion of six graduate credits in this program with an average grade of “B” or better is required to stay in the program.)
• Submit a letter of recommendation from former college professors and/or professional associates.
• A resume providing evidence of appropriate experience.
• Schedule a personal interview with the Graduate Program Director.
• Students may complete the program in as little as one year, or as long as five years. A longer time period may be granted with permission of the Graduate Program Director or Dean.

Note: The School of Business reserves the right to make necessary changes in programs and courses in response to regulations received from the New York State Education Department and/or New York State Office of the Professions. These changes become effective according to dates specified by New York State. Students are responsible for meeting all program requirements.