MBA Preparatory Program

The MBA Preparatory Program (MBA Prep) is designed for international students who wish to prepare for admission into the MBA degree program and study at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB). Students will acquire English competency, improve quali� cations for admission and develop academic skills essential for their success at CSUSB’s internationally ranked, MBA program.

MBA PROGRAMCALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO

About the UniversityCSUSB students have the opportunity to engage in campus life and interact with a variety of students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The campus has six colleges, over 75 undergraduate and graduate programs and enrolls more than 18,000 students.

Accreditation and Ranking � CSUSB’s MBA program is fully accredited

by AACSB International - the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. As of April 2009, less than 5% of the world’s business schools have achieved this accreditation.

Ranked among: � Top 18 regional public universities in the

Western USA (US News and World Report, 2014)

� Top 20 MBA Programs Globally (CEO Magazine, 2014)

� Top 5 Innovative Business Schools in the US (European CEO Magazine, 2010)

The MBA Prep has three main areas of focus:

� English Language Skills: Students are guided to successfully complete level 6 of the CSUSB English Language Program (ELP) which is required as a TOEFL waiver for the MBA program.

� GMAT Preparation: This portion of the program equips students with the skills needed to improve their GMAT scores, which is one of the admission requirements.

� Academic Skills: The program will also focus on increasing students’ academic skills. Quali� ed students will have the option to take MBA courses while enrolled in the MBA Prep Program and can earn a maximum of 8 academic units (2 courses) towards their MBA degree.

Bene� ts of the Program During the three quarters of study, students will learn to acclimate to the American graduate-level study style while developing the needed quali� cations for admission. Below are the unique bene� ts of this program:

� Earn conditional admission to the CSUSB MBA Program

� Improve your GMAT score

� Ful� ll the English language requirement through the TOEFL Waiver

� Take MBA classes and transfer credits towards the degree

� Complete the MBA prerequisite courses

� Experience intensive English classes such as Oral Language, Listening, Grammar, etc.

� Develop a solid foundation while preparing for the rigor of the MBA program

� Adjust to the American learning environment

� Enhance your campus experience with student association involvement and social activities

� Students may also apply and be admitted to the MPA (Master Degree in Public Administration) once they complete the MBA Prep Program

Who Should Attend? � Students who intend to pursue an MBA, but need assistance on the TOEFL and /or GMAT test.

� Non-business Bachelor degree graduates who seek to gain a foundation in business administrationor who intend to pursue an MBA degree.

� Students interested in pursuing a MBA degree but are unsure if it will be the right decision.

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Top 20 MBA Programs Globally (CEO Magazine, 2014)

Top 5 Innovative Business Schools in the US (European CEO Magazine,

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About Our LocationSan Bernardino is located in Southern California approximately 60 miles (96km) east of Los Angeles. The campus is at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains. Students can enjoy leisure time at the beautiful lakes, or participate in winter sports such as skiing, ice skating, and snowboarding. Students can also travel to popular California beaches and experience sur� ng, beach volleyball and the famous landmarks. Surrounding attractions include Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and many others.

Housing OptionsHomestay

� Improve English, learn American culture � Become a member of the family � Families provide three meals per day, transportation to and from campus, a bedroom and utilities (except phone)

On-Campus Housing

� Residence halls and apartments � Meal plan available

Contact UsCSUSB College of Extended Learning

Phone: (909) 537-5978

E-mail: iep@csusb.edu

5500 University ParkwaySan Bernardino CA USA

http://cel.csusb.edu/iep

Program StructureModule 1This module consists of 3 terms and is for students who are placed into the ELP level 5 or have received a TOEFL score of 475 (iBT 53 or IELTS 5) or above. In term 1, you take ELP level 5 classes, GMAT Prep course and MBA prerequisite. In term 2, you take ELP level 6 classes, GMAT Prep course and another MBA prerequisite. In the third and � nal term, you will take two MBA courses.

Module 2This module consists of 3 terms and is for students who are placed into the ELP level 4 or have received a TOEFL score of 450 (iBT 45 or IELTS 4.5) or above. In term 1, you take ELP level 4 classes and a GMAT Prep course. In term 2, you take ELP level 5 classes and a GMAT Prep course. In the third and � nal term, you will take ELP level 6 classes and two MBA prerequisite courses.

Module 3This module consists of 4 terms and is for students who are placed into the ELP level 3 or have received a TOEFL score of 430 (iBT 40 or IELTS 4). In term 1, you take ELP level 3 classes. In term 2, you take ELP level 4 classes and a GMAT Prep course. In term 3, you take ELP level 5 classes and a GMAT Prep course. In the fourth and � nal term, you will take ELP level 6 classes and two MBA prerequisite courses. (Additional fee for ELP level 3 required).

Admission RequirementsTo enroll in the MBA Preparatory Program, a student must meet the following requirements

� English Pro� ciency : CSUSB ELP Level 3 or TOEFL 430 (iBT 40 or IELTS 4). A placement exam is available to assess student’s English pro� ciency

� GPA requirement: Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher based on the last 90 quarter units or last 60 semester units

� Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

� $200 application fee: credit card, check or money order (Payable to CSUSB)

� Bank/� nancial statement: $31,000 minimum

� O� cial transcripts sealed in an envelope by school

� O� cial diploma sealed in an envelope by school

� Copy of passport

MBA Concentrations Available � Accounting

� Cyber Security

� Entrepreneurship

� Finance

� Global Business

� Information Systems & Technology

� Management

� Marketing

� Management

� Supply Chain Management