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Summer: May 18 through July 18, 2020
Course Number | Course Name | Format | Instructor |
MBA 560 | Marketing | ONLINE | Jeff Karlberg |
MBA 650 | Operations Management | ONLINE | Mandolen Mull, Ph.D. |
Fall: August 19 through December 4, 2020
Course Number | Course Name | Format | Instructor |
MBA 550 | Leadership | ONLINE | Staff |
MBA 685 | Change Management | ONLINE | Mandolen Mull, Ph.D. |
Adult and Graduate Admission
Nelson Hall - first floor
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4040
graduate@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
10/22/2018 3:37 pm
Built upon Rock Solid foundation of graduate studies, which include Business Law, Finance, Management, Marketing, Business Research, and Accounting, your program will also include three current healthcare related courses:
These three courses, specifically recommended by the senior staff at OSF HealthCare, will provide you with an outstanding Graduate degree in Business.
The Rockford University MBA program consists of eight-week courses which meet in the evening beginning at 6:00 p.m. Taught in a ‘blended’ format, each course will provide you with a focused ‘face-to-face’ classroom experience, coupled with the flexibility of an online component which you can complete at your convenience during the week.
Flexible, evening format for working adults. Our students work alongside peers from a variety of professional industries and backgrounds.
Competitively priced with financial aid opportunities.
You can complete your degree within as little as 24 months (based upon transferable credits)
Conveniently located on the campus of Rockford University and housed in the Puri School of Business with state-of-the-art facilities, including the Bloomberg Business Lab.
You’ll get access to the Rockford University community—computer labs, sporting events, performing arts, fitness center, library and all. In addition, dinner is included with your tuition!
05/11/2018 1:39 pm
Ready to take your career to the next level?
Housed in the Puri School of Business, our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers small classes and a professional, experienced, and dedicated faculty, providing our MBA graduate students with a quality learning experience.
At Rockford University, we focus on helping you become well and truly educated for life. You’re not just getting a degree; you’re preparing for the careers of today and tomorrow!
Flexible, evening format for working adults. Our students work alongside peers from a variety of professional industries and backgrounds.
Competitively priced with grant opportunities available.
Complete your master’s degree in as little as 24 months (based upon transferable credits).
Conveniently located on the campus of Rockford University and housed in the Puri School of Business with state-of-the-art facilities, including the Bloomberg Business Lab.
You’ll get access to the Rockford University community—computer labs, sporting events, performing arts, fitness center, library and all. In addition, dinner is included with your tuition!
Rockford University’s MBA program is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE).
02/14/2018 10:58 am
Rockford University is pleased to introduce the new Bloomberg Business Lab and invites the public to a special open house on February 27, 2018 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. Complete with state-of-the-art Bloomberg Professional services terminals, the Bloomberg Business Lab, part of the Puri School of Business, is the only one of its kind in the Rockford region. Providing trusted real-time and historical data as well as market-moving news and analytics, the Bloomberg Business Lab will allow our students to develop leading skills for careers in finance, economics, accounting and other business fields. For more about the new Bloomberg Professional services at Rockford University, read the full press release here.
During this open house, professor and students will be in the lab to demonstrate how this powerful global technology is being used in the classroom. In addition, the Puri School of Business features newly renovated spaces, and guests are invited to tour the entire facility.
When: Tuesday, February 27, 2018, 4:30 – 6 p.m., (Welcome and remarks at 5:15)
Where: Puri School of Business on the campus of Rockford University. Building is located just east of the 5050 East State Street entrance.
Please register to attend by Feb. 23.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bloomberg-business-lab-open-house-tickets-42986789645 to RSVP.
Bloomberg Business Lab fact sheet
10/27/2016 12:12 pm
The MBA program at Rockford University is the only program in the area to offer students the option of taking up to four graduate classes and ALL prerequisite courses before formally enrolling in the program. Take a class and see if you like it! Note: To be eligible for financial aid you must be admitted.
The cost is surprisingly cost competitive with other MBA programs, both locally and nationally. Public and not-for-profit employees serving the Rock River Valley receive a significant discount on tuition because most not-for-profits are unable to offer the same advantage of tuition reimbursement. Part-time student grants are available for students who are paying tuition out of their own pocket. In addition, Rockford University offers deferred payment for students whose employers are reimbursing them for classes.
The benefits of earning an MBA are numerous. Rockford University MBA graduates often earn promotions and pay raises faster than if they hadn’t.
There are 3 prerequisite courses that may need to be taken if they were not needed for your bachelor’s degree. If you need to take any of these courses, it is advised that you take them early in the program. Prerequisites needed are: accounting, finance, and economics. These courses can be taken at Rockford University within the MBA program, but do not count towards your 36 MBA credit hours and must be taken prior to graduating. You may take a proficiency exam if you feel you have gained the knowledge of a particular prerequisite. The cost is $50 per exam. Contact the Office of Adult & Graduate Admission at 815-226-4040 for a transcript evaluation and for information on the proficiency exam.
The MBA program is designed for the working adult. Classes are set up around normal daytime business hours. Classes are offered evenings once a week, online, and Saturday mornings.
Yes you can. You can take up to four courses to gain needed knowledge. Keep in mind you will not be eligible for financial aid without being admitted to the MBA program. Our Graduate Certificate Program may be right for you. It is comprised of five of our core MBA courses. Each class is designed to build and improve upon your basic business skills.
You can also seek a certificates in Healthcare Administration, Finance, and Project Management.
Have a copy of your undergraduate transcript sent to the Office of Admission for an evaluation. Generally speaking, if you had one undergraduate accounting course from an accredited institution, you have met that prerequisite. One undergraduate finance course usually satisfies the finance prerequisite. One undergraduate economics course usually satisfies the economics prerequisite.
The program can be completed as quickly as 1 year and as long as five years.
Apply to the program! It’s simple, start working on the admission requirements.
Most courses are a combination of lecture, individual and group presentations. Group projects and papers which are applied to the course material and work world.
We have a rolling admission and courses are 8 weeks long. This allows new students to enter the MBA program at the start of each 8 week session.
Yes. Rockford University is accredited both by the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities (NCA) and the International Association of Collegiate Business Education (IACBE).
The Higher Learning Commission
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 North LaSalle St., Ste. 2400
Chicago IL 60602-2504
Phone: 800-621-7440
https://www.hlcommission.org/
International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education
P.O. Box 25217
Overland Park, KS 66225
Phone: 913-631-3009
E-mail: iacbe@grapevine.net
www.iacbe.org
Rockford University joins the theoretical with the applied. Our philosophy is to provide practical education with the foundation of theory so that students know how to handle current situations, but also have the tools to think and reason out new situations they will encounter throughout their careers.
Office of Admission
Johnson Center
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4050
Admissions@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
Register now and take up to four classes before officially applying to one of our graduate programs.
10/27/2016 12:00 pm
To apply to Rockford University’s MBA program, please fill out and submit the online application.
Learn more about our MBA Admission Requirements.
If you are an international student, please fill out and submit the online application.
Learn more about our International Admission Requirements.
Spring 2021 Semester Registration
The next MBA program start is the spring semester. Registration opens November 1, 2020. Courses start January 19, 2021. Apply or contact us today to get started.
Join us throughout the fall to learn more about the MBA program at Rockford University.
Office of Admission
Johnson Center
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4050
Admissions@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
10/27/2016 11:53 am
MBA Fee Schedule
MBA Application Fee for Admission | $0 |
Tuition 2023-2024 | $770 per credit hour |
Tuition 2022-2023 | $760 per credit hour |
Non-Refundable Registration Fee | $100 per semester |
Graduation Fee | $115 |
Transfer Credit Fee | $20 per course |
Official Transcript Request | $5 per request |
Additional fees not listed here may also apply and are subject to change without notice.
2023-2024 Full Year Cost of Attendance Budget
*(for Graduate Programs, the tuition is calculated per credit hour and will vary per student)
Full time on campus | Full time with relative | Full time off campus | ||||
Tuition & Fees* | $36,800 | $36,800 | $36,800 | |||
Housing and Food | $10,940 | $2,200 | $7,200 | |||
Books and supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 | |||
Transportation | $1,600 | $2,300 | $2,300 | |||
Loan processing fees | $210 | $210 | $210 | |||
Personal Expenses | $4,230 | $4,230 | $4,230 | |||
Total | $54,980 | $46,940 | $51,940 | |||
Direct Cost | $47,740 | $36,800 | $36,800 | |||
Budget for 1 semester | $27,490 | $23,470 | $25,970 | |||
Direct Cost for 1 semester | $23,870 | $18,400 | $18,400 | |||
Part time Student Budget | ||||||
3/4 time on campus | 3/4 time with relative | 3/4 time off campus | 1/2 time on campus | 1/2 time with relative | 1/2 time off campus | |
Tuition & Fees* | $21,712 | $21,712 | $21,712 | $15,824 | $15,824 | $15,824 |
Housing and Food | $10,940 | $2,200 | $7,200 | $10,940 | $2,200 | $7,200 |
Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 | $600 | $600 | $600 |
Transportation | $1,200 | $1,725 | $1,725 | $800 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
Loan Processing Fees | $210 | $210 | $210 | $210 | $210 | $210 |
Personal Expenses | $4,230 | $4,230 | $4,230 | $4,230 | $4,230 | $4,230 |
Total Budget | $39,192 | $30,977 | $35,977 | $32,604 | $24,214 | $29,214 |
Direct Cost | $32,652 | $21,712 | $21,712 | $26,764 | $15,824 | $15,824 |
Budget for 1 semester | $19,596 | $15,489 | $17,989 | $16,302 | $12,107 | $14,607 |
Direct Cost for 1 semester | $16,326 | $10,856 | $10,856 | $13,382 | $7,912 | $7,912 |
Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available to those who apply and qualify. Learn more >>
MBA Part-Time Student Grant provides a $150 per credit hour discount, up to $900 per semester, to part-time degree-seeking or certification-seeking students in good academic standing, subject to these restrictions:
MBA Not-for-profit (NFP) Grant provides a $250 per credit hour discount, up to $1500 per semester, to MBA students who are employees of public and not-for-profit organizations. The discount is available only to those currently receiving less than 50% of the cost of tuition and applies to a maximum of two courses per semester.
Employee Reimbursement /Tuition Deferment Program
Rockford University will defer your tuition payment until after you have completed the semester to allow time for your employer to reimburse you. The program is limited to reimbursable tuition costs only; registration fees and textbook costs are not eligible for deferment, even though you may receive reimbursement for these costs. Learn more about our Employer Reimbursement/Tuition Deferment Program >>
Applications are open for the upcoming semester! Apply or contact us today to get started.
Applications are open for the upcoming semester!
Office of Admission
Johnson Center
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4050
Admissions@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
10/25/2016 1:40 pm
RU’s MBA consists of core coursework that helps you develop critical management skills and a deeper understanding of the business field. To complete your degree, select courses from a list of popular business electives or customize your MBA choosing from three in-demand concentrations:
Core courses help MBA students develop critical management skills and a deeper understanding of the business field.
MBA 503 Managerial Economics or MBA 504 Business & The National Economy
MBA 510 Legal Environment of Business
MBA 530 Managerial Accounting & Control
MBA 540 Financial Management
MBA 550 Leadership
MBA 560 Marketing
MBA 580 Business Research & Data Analysis
MBA 696 Applied Strategies & Business Planning
Any 3 electives in a specific field constitute a concentration. There are 3 different concentrations from which a student can choose:
Healthcare Administration – Complete all 3 following
Finance – Complete 3 of the following
Organizational Leadership – Complete 3 of the following
Project Management – Complete 3 of the following
You may enroll in the general track of the MBA. If you choose to pursue a general MBA, you take any 3 electives of your choosing.
Prerequisite business courses are satisfied through previous college credits (or by proficiency examination). Information on proficiency exams is available from Student Administrative Services.
Prerequisite course work includes:
Business Finance (3 credit hours) or MBA 518
Accounting (3 credit hours) or MBA 524
Economics (3 credit hours) or MBA 502
You can apply to start classes in the Fall, Spring, or Summer.
Apply or contact us today to get started.
With 8 week courses, RU welcomes new MBA students multiple times thought the year!
Office of Admission
Johnson Center
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4050
Admissions@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
10/25/2016 1:29 pm
Now accepting applications for the upcoming semester! Apply or contact us today to get started.
Rockford University’s MBA consists of core coursework that helps you develop critical management skills and a deeper understanding of the business field. To complete your degree, select courses from a list of popular business electives or customize your MBA choosing electives from four in-demand concentrations:
Choose flexibility.
Take on-site, evening courses and online courses to accommodate your work, family, and personal schedule.
Who is it for?
Fact: 81% of recruiting companies are hiring MBAs to fulfill this need. *Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2018
For admission to the MBA program, students must submit the following MBA Admission Requirements:
Submission of the above does not guarantee admission.
Students must be admitted prior to taking their 12th credit hour.
The MBA at Rockford University is nationally accredited by the International Assembly of Collegiate Business Education (IACBE). The University is also accredited through several organizations.
With 8 week courses, RU welcomes new MBA students multiple times throughout the year!
Graduate Admission Counselors are here to help!
Please call 815-226-4040 or fill out the form below and we’ll be in contact with you very soon!
Office of Admission
Johnson Center
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4050
Admissions@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
After hour appointments available by request
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