Take the lead with an MBA Your degree on your terms

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IntroductionAn MBA can help you stand out in todayrsquos competitive workplace Itrsquos a degree that provides the tools to help you succeed manage and evolve in the business world Whether your motivation is to advance your career lead an organization or even start your own business our guide will help you decide if an MBA and Capella is right for you Letrsquos get down to business

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IntroductionAn MBA can help you stand out in todayrsquos competitive workplace Itrsquos a degree that provides the tools to help you succeed manage and evolve in the business world Whether your motivation is to advance your career lead an organization or even start your own business our guide will help you decide if an MBA and Capella is right for you Letrsquos get down to business

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Why Earn an MBA

People pursue MBA degrees for a variety of reasons

bull To make a difference as leaders in an organizationbull To stand out in a competitive job marketbull To change career tracks or launch a startup businessbull To attain the sense of personal achievement that comes with earning an MBA

Whatever your motivation Capellarsquos MBA program will support your goal to cultivate the skills and knowledge to advance your career and achieve your ambitions

Capellarsquos MBA curriculum will teach you how to handle actual business problemsmdashthe kinds of issues that leaders face every day Yoursquoll create a digital portfolio filled with real-world projects that demonstrate your ability to solve business challenges

Yoursquoll gain insights into todayrsquos industries and business challenges from faculty members who are leaders in their professions And after earning your Capella MBA yoursquoll be connected with our network of alumni around the world

ldquoI have much more confidence than I had before I honestly didnrsquot believe that I could even earn an MBA and now Irsquove reached a personal goal that I didnrsquot even have five years agordquo

L I N D A C O L L A R CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

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8 Reasons to Choose Capella

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1Grow as a leader

Leadership is central to Capellarsquos MBA coursework Yoursquoll undergo a leadership assessment and get leadership coaching and throughout our courses you will grow in your ability to see the big picture strategize and lead teams

2Tell stories with data

Want to move and persuade people Data is key Analytics and data storytelling are woven into our MBA program to help you master the art of employing data to shape organizational decisions

3Showcase real-world skills

As part of your MBA program yoursquoll create a portfolio of your coursework that demonstrates your ability to tackle real-world projectsmdashproof to current and future employers that you are ready to hit the ground running

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4Customize your education with our Self-Designed MBA

At Capella you can personalize your MBA to fit your career goals with a wide array of elective courses Choose from business electives such as marketing finance or operations and select eligible grad-level courses in disciplines such as IT education psychology and more

5Or immerse yourself in a specialization

With our MBA program you can concentrate in a particular business discipline Specializations include Human Resource Management Health Care Management and Project Management

ldquoThis degree escalated my career and prepared me for my current role which is a manager of outbound sales More than anything the online MBA improved my communication skills which is an essential part of my jobrdquo

A M B E R A P P E L CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

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6Choose the learning format that best fits your needs

Yoursquore busymdashyou need a learning format that fits your life not the other way around Thatrsquos why Capella offers two 100 competency-based online learning formats Choose the one that best fits your needs

Not sure which learning format is right for you

Our Path Finder Quiz can help you decide which path will best fit your learning style

Try It For Free Want to try before you apply Take our free

FlexPath Trial Course to experience all the great benefits this online format has to offer

Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who want it Wersquoll set the schedule you meet

the deadlines Choose the one that best fits your needs Learn more about GuidedPath

Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own speed moving onto the next course when yoursquore ready Learn more about FlexPath

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ldquoFlexPath allowed me to demonstrate the knowledge I have vs other degree programs that focus on comprehending material in books FlexPath let me leverage my own personal experiences from 30 years in the business FlexPath focuses on how you comprehend the material not whether you are good at taking testsrdquo

C O N I P A S C H CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

7Earn credit for prior learning

You may be able to save time and money on your Capella MBA when you transfer up to 12 credits from regionally accredited or internationally recognized institutions Capella helps you find the maximum savings available for the knowledge yoursquove gained

from previous education training or as demonstrated by your industry certifications through a Prior Learning Assessment

Secure valuable savings on your MBA For example you could save up to

bull $12830 with your PgMPreg and PMPreg bull $12830 with your SHRMreg-SCPbull $9610 with your SPHRreg and PHRreg

bull $3170 with your with your SHRMreg-CP

Savings inclusive of fees charged by Capella to evaluate and award academic credit for your prior learning The documented credit fee of $50 is assessed each quarter you request documented credit Capella reserves the right to change fees at any time

Actual Capella student who is compensated to appear in Capella promotional materials

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8Yoursquore not alone get support from multiple sources

As a student at Capella yoursquoll have access to a variety of people and support services including

Our instructors have top credentials and real-world experience and expertise Faculty who

are experts in their field provide comprehensive feedback on your work helping you understand

what you did well and what you can improve upon

FacultyEnrollment counselors help you find your

program navigate the admissions and financing processes and get you started

Enrollment counselorsThis team is all about helping you

stay on track and achieve your goals throughout your program Theyrsquoll help you navigate and manage challenges

along the way

Coachesadvisors

ldquoI appreciated that each of my professors had real-life experience with the course subject This made our class discussions more meaningful and I was encouraged to incorporate my prior experience and current challenges into my courseworkrdquo

S H A N E H A G E CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

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Yoursquoll have access to online communities with your fellow students a diverse group of people from

many places and multiple professions In addition to encouragement and support our communities also serve as networks for career exploration and

professional development

Community Capella LibraryThis team provides assistance when you

need help with a specific concept or course

Academic tutoringCapella-recommended textbooks and readings are available online or in the Capella Library Our library has a comprehensive collection of

books journals databases and company records Librarians are available to assist you and can be

reached via email chat or phone

8Yoursquore not alone get support from multiple sources

As a student at Capella yoursquoll have access to a variety of people and support services including

ldquoThe best part of my experience was the support I received from faculty and financial advising The faculty were very friendly professional and knowledgeable in their respective subject areas and support from my financial adviser was timely and helpfulrdquo

A N T H O N Y O R T E G A CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

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Capellarsquos Writing Center is critical resource for students who wish to improve their writing or

need assistance with citations and basic research In addition to online resources and tutorials

in-person help is available to students by email and phone

The Writing CenterCapellarsquos Career Center provides services and resources to students and alumni alike For our

counselors itrsquos more than resumes and interview tips Itrsquos about thoughtful and strategic career

planningmdashfor life

Available through Capellarsquos online community MBA Central offers academic support program

news and events up-to-date business information career resources and the opportunity to connect

with experts faculty and peers

Capella Career Center MBA Central

8Yoursquore not alone get support from multiple sources

As a student at Capella yoursquoll have access to a variety of people and support services including

ldquoCompleting the MBA program has positively impacted my academic and professional goals Professionally I have learned to set specific and attainable goals in order to achieve success And academically I have become more accountable and now manage my time more effectivelyrdquo

A R I F E R R A N D - R O D G E R S CAPELLA MBA GRADUATE

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How Capella Makes Education Affordable

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Get credit for prior learning

Have you gained knowledge and professional certifications outside of school If you can demonstrate that you have already mastered a subject you may be able to gain credit for that learning through Capellarsquos Prior Learning Assessment process

Your pace determines your price with FlexPath

You can complete as many courses as you want up to two simultaneously each quarter for one flat tuition fee The faster your pace the more money you may save For example with FlexPath you can earn your MBA in 12 months for $11000

Based on fastest 10 percent of students Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits the per-session cost and how quickly you complete courses Books supplies and other fees apply

You can transfer credits

Shorten the time and cut the cost of getting your degree when you transfer credits from regionally accredited or internationally recognized institutions

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Apply for scholarships

Capella scholarships for new students arenrsquot based on financial need and never have to be repaid Theyrsquore available to anyone who enrolls in a qualified program and meets specific requirements

Employer amp association discounts

Tuition discounts from over 500 Capella-affiliated employers colleges and professional associations can make your degree more affordable

Take advantage of employer tuition reimbursement

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to employees even if therersquos no formal program Check with your manager or HR department and see what kinds of options are available

Earn 10-15 military discounts

Capella provides a 10ndash15 military tuition discount to qualifying veterans service members and their spouses Our military support team will help you understand your complex benefits and make the most of what yoursquore eligible for

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Program

Available MBA Specializations + Graduate Certificate in GuidedPath and FlexPath learning formats

bull Self-Designedbull Human Resource Managementbull Health Care Managementbull Project Managementbull Graduate Certificate Business Administration

Core Courses

bull MBA Leadershipbull Business Strategybull Applied Business Analyticsbull Accounting Methods for Leadersbull Marketing Managementbull Applied Managerial Financebull Operations Management for Leadersbull MBA Capstone Experience

Capellarsquos MBA curriculum will teach you how to handle actual business problemsmdashthe kinds of issues that leaders face every day

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Program

Self-Designed

Customize your MBA with our Self-Designed option where you will master business disciplines like finance marketing strategy and data storytelling and tailor your elective courses to fit your career goals Choose from a wide array of business electives and eligible graduate level courses in disciplines such as IT education psychology and more such as

bull Advanced Business Analyticsbull Consumer Insightsbull Digital Marketingbull Economic Foundations for Financial Decision Makingbull Emerging Technologiesbull Project Management Fundamentalsbull New Ventures and Entrepreneurshipbull Leader as Change Agents bull Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing

Human Resource Management

bull Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planningbull Developing an Effective Workplace bull Strategic Human Resource Management

Health Care Management

bull Decision-Making in the Health Care Systembull Analyzing the Health Care Environment bull Driving Health Care Results

Project Management

bull Project Management Planning Execution and Controlbull Project Budgeting Procurement and Quality bull Project Risk Assessment and Control

Graduate Certificate Business Administration

Applied Business Analytics and choose three from the followingbull Business Strategybull Accounting Methods for Leadersbull Marketing Managementbull Applied Managerial Financebull Operations Management for Leaders

Sample Specialization Courses

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AccreditationAccreditation and recognitions provide the assurance that we meet standards for quality of faculty curriculum learner services and fiscal stability

Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommissionorg) a regional accreditation agency recognized by the US Department of Education

In addition Capella Universityrsquos Master of Business Administration (including specializations in Health Care Management Human Resource Management and Project Management) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) See all of our accreditations and recognitions

Capella University offers HR students exclusive access to its virtual Society of Human Resource Management student chapter This opportunity helps students build relationships with HR student peers and professionals to expand their real-world HR and business knowledge

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has acknowledged that Capella Universityrsquos BS in Business specialization in HR Management MBA specialization in HR Management and MS in Human Resource Management fully align with SHRMrsquos HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates

The following program specializations are accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (PMI-GAC)dagger

bull BS in Information Technology ndash Project Management bull BS in Business ndash Project Management bull MS in Information Technology ndash Project Managementbull MBA ndash Project Management bull PhD in Information Technology ndash Project Management

The PMI Global Accreditation logo is a service mark of Project Management Institute Inc

dagger The FlexPath options for the project management specializations are not accredited by PMI-GAC

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Admission Requirements

bull Bachelorrsquos degree from an institution accredited by a US Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency or an internationally recognized institutionbull Your official bachelorrsquos transcripts minimum grade point average of 23 or higher on a 40 scalebull A $50 non-refundable application fee Fee is required to initiate an application for admission and must be paid as part of the application process The fee covers the cost of transcript requests transcript evaluation and other administrative costsbull GRE and GMAT are not required for admission

Step Into FlexPath is an option for those who donrsquot qualify for FlexPath Start a program in our structured online format and then transition into FlexPath upon successful completion of one course at a 30 GPA or higher

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ACCREDITATION Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning CommissionHIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION httpswwwhlcommissionorg 8006217440CAPELLA UNIVERSITY Capella Tower 225 South Sixth Street Ninth Floor Minneapolis MN 55402 1888CAPELLA (227-3552)

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ResourcesGuidedPath Learning FormatFlexPath Learning FormatScholarships for New StudentsTake a Free Trial Course

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