Master of Business Administration with Concentration in General Management (STEM)

at Westcliff University - Irvine Campus USA

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Financial Management - Concentration
The financial management program is designed to provide both a sound theoretical and a conceptual and practical framework for financial managers. Special emphasis is placed on growth and diversification policies, evaluation, and management of securities portfolios, investment banking and merger strategies, analysis of foreign exchange rate movements, formulation of plans to reduce foreign exchange risk exposure, and case and/or research projects dealing with contemporary financial issues.

Our Westcliff Business Degree, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, whether taught via the online or hybrid platform, leads undergraduate students onto the next step in their business careers. At Westcliff University, BBA students become knowledgeable about a wide variety of disciplines, including finance, accounting, marketing, operations, sales, and information technology.

Our professors, all of whom are senior managers in their respective fields, partner with BBA students to develop their verbal and written communication skills. Students lead group discussions and make presentations in class, and are encouraged to share their distinct perspectives.

Students also learn how to present their ideas professionally so that hiring managers really see what they have to offer. Learning how to think critically, analyze data, and problem solve are integral components to an Westcliff Business Degree (Bachelor of Business BBA) degree.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree prepares graduates to seek employment in entry-level positions in various industries of budgeting, accounting, payroll, personnel, computer systems, risk management, facilities planning and management.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, presentations, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Digital Marketing - Concentration
This program provides students with the skills set to leverage digital marketing platforms such as social media and search engines. Students will learn about marketing, communication and analytical knowledge, and will investigate ways to engage company audiences, clients and consumers to sell products and grow.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Entrepreneurship - Concentration
Innovation and flexibility are the secrets to success in today’s business marketplace. The entrepreneurship MBA fosters the enterprising spirit and managerial autonomy that businesses rely on to stay competitive in this dynamic economy. Westcliff MBA students who specialize their program in entrepreneurship also learn how successful entrepreneurs gain access to the resources needed; launch their venture; grow their business; and, finally, exit their business.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Business Statistics and Data Analytics - Concentration
This concentration places emphasis and study on the practical application of statistical data and inference in the field of business. The goal is to utilize statistics and market research in the face of business uncertainty across all disciplines, as to facilitate improvements in business efficacy and decision-making, resulting in the attainment of organizational goals and competitive advantage.

The Master of Science Information Technology (MSIT) degree program provides a holistic perspective to the field of Information Technology to ensure that students develop knowledge about a vast array of technology that drives 21st-century business. The curriculum provides an amalgam of technical and management knowledge required to properly implement and manage strategies in IT security to protect technology assets, infrastructure, and data analytics. Current Information technologists will enhance their technical acumen and learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret business intelligence relevant to their respective fields.

The Master of Science Information Technology is a 36 credit program consisting of 12 courses (3 credits each) that is taken over the course of 24 months.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Information Technology Project Management - Concentration
The concentration in Information Technology Project Management provides students the opportunity to learn aspects of managing an IT project through fruition. The curriculum consists of four (4) graduate-level courses; BUS 604 Data Analysis & Business Intelligence, BUS 765 Management of Technological Innovation, BUS/ITM 691 Capstone A, and BUS/ITM 692 Capstone B. The focus of this concentration is to provide students the opportunity to develop proficiency in skills of IT Project Management, so that they may practically apply them in their professional careers. Content covered includes comprehensive principles in the management of technological innovation, fundamentals of data analytics and presentation, business intelligence (BI), project management components such as organizing, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing IT projects. The concentration culminates in a sponsored managed IT project capstone that solves an organizational problem or contributes to the organizations bottom-line, facilitated and supervised by the collaboration of the sponsor, students, and faculty.

Our Westcliff Business Degree, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, whether taught via the online or hybrid platform, leads undergraduate students onto the next step in their business careers. At Westcliff University, BBA students become knowledgeable about a wide variety of disciplines, including finance, accounting, marketing, operations, sales, and information technology.

Our professors, all of whom are senior managers in their respective fields, partner with BBA students to develop their verbal and written communication skills. Students lead group discussions and make presentations in class, and are encouraged to share their distinct perspectives.

Students also learn how to present their ideas professionally so that hiring managers really see what they have to offer. Learning how to think critically, analyze data, and problem solve are integral components to an Westcliff Business Degree (Bachelor of Business BBA) degree.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree prepares graduates to seek employment in entry-level positions in various industries of budgeting, accounting, payroll, personnel, computer systems, risk management, facilities planning and management.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, presentations, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Web Development - Concentration
The Full-Stack Coding Bootcamp offered by Westcliff University is a multidimensional certificate program that bridges a path for students who want to pursue careers in the growing and exciting field of web development. The program focuses on creating dynamic and interactive experiences through a rigorous full-stack coding curriculum. Students pursuing this program will gain the necessary skills for front-end and back-end development, all while preparing them for success in the professional world.

Our Westcliff Business Degree, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, whether taught via the online or hybrid platform, leads undergraduate students onto the next step in their business careers. At Westcliff University, BBA students become knowledgeable about a wide variety of disciplines, including finance, accounting, marketing, operations, sales, and information technology.

Our professors, all of whom are senior managers in their respective fields, partner with BBA students to develop their verbal and written communication skills. Students lead group discussions and make presentations in class, and are encouraged to share their distinct perspectives.

Students also learn how to present their ideas professionally so that hiring managers really see what they have to offer. Learning how to think critically, analyze data, and problem solve are integral components to an Westcliff Business Degree (Bachelor of Business BBA) degree.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree prepares graduates to seek employment in entry-level positions in various industries of budgeting, accounting, payroll, personnel, computer systems, risk management, facilities planning and management.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, presentations, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Information Technology (STEM) - Concentration
The Information Technology (IT) concentration provides students the opportunity to learn and apply modern aspects of Information Technology utilized in data management, cloud technology, networking and security, and business intelligence for the attainment of organizational goals. Students develop a strong foundation in IT systems enabling them to design, maintain, and continuously improve the efficacy of information systems that are aligned with strategic initiatives, and for the purpose of knowledge creation and the sustainability of competitive advantage.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Supply Chain Management - Concentration
The Supply Chain Management Concentration is focused on the study of the movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption, based on efforts of multiple organizations. Students will learn how to maximize customer value and achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. Emphasis is placed on product development, sourcing, production, and logistics, as well as the information systems needed to coordinate these activities.

Our Westcliff Business Degree, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, whether taught via the online or hybrid platform, leads undergraduate students onto the next step in their business careers. At Westcliff University, BBA students become knowledgeable about a wide variety of disciplines, including finance, accounting, marketing, operations, sales, and information technology.

Our professors, all of whom are senior managers in their respective fields, partner with BBA students to develop their verbal and written communication skills. Students lead group discussions and make presentations in class, and are encouraged to share their distinct perspectives.

Students also learn how to present their ideas professionally so that hiring managers really see what they have to offer. Learning how to think critically, analyze data, and problem solve are integral components to an Westcliff Business Degree (Bachelor of Business BBA) degree.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree prepares graduates to seek employment in entry-level positions in various industries of budgeting, accounting, payroll, personnel, computer systems, risk management, facilities planning and management.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, presentations, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Entrepreneurship - Concentration
What does it mean to be an entrepreneur? If we accept the traits of creativity, imagination and a willingness to do what it takes are what is needed, why are all entrepreneurs not successful? This concentration is designed to provide students with the tools to bring an idea to life, to innovate and to be persistent. They will explore ways to problem solve by piecing together the basic concepts of entrepreneurship, remove barriers and support change.