Master of Business Administration

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Jessup University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program empowers confident, purpose-driven leaders to excel in today’s global marketplace. Grounded in a Christ-centered ethical framework, it seamlessly integrates real-world business practices with a focus on leadership, integrity, and lasting impact.

Offering concentrations in high-growth areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), business analytics, and accounting, the curriculum equips students with the practical, data-driven skills necessary for leadership roles. Students engage in dynamic, experiential learning with faculty who bring real-world expertise from fields like banking, global real estate development, and technology. This hands-on approach ensures students are ready to lead with strategic insight and make ethical, informed decisions in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors.

Rocklin & Portland MBA Programs

33 – 42 UNITS

20 – 24 MONTHS

ROCKLIN & PORTLAND (IN-PERSON OR REMOTE)

Remote courses allow you to participate in a live class virtually, no matter your location.

San Jose MBA Program

38 – 47 UNITS

24 MONTHS

SAN JOSE

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Graduates of a Jessup MBA will be prepared to be:

Ethical and Purpose-Driven Leaders: Equipped with a Christ-centered ethical framework, students lead with integrity, respect, and a passion for transforming organizations and communities.

Skilled Decision Makers: Armed with practical business knowledge, students develop the ability to analyze complex issues and make informed decisions using both quantitative and qualitative tools.
Innovative and Strategic Thinkers: Focused on innovation, students learn to think strategically and creatively, preparing them to lead teams across diverse environments and industries.
Effective Communicators and Collaborators: With a focus on soft skills, students enhance their communication and collaboration abilities, fostering teamwork and achieving business objectives.
Global, Transformational Leaders: Students are prepared to lead with a global perspective, combining a heart for Christ, a love for people, and a pioneering spirit to impact industries and communities.
Adaptable and Agile Professionals: Ready to thrive in diverse settings, graduates are prepared for roles in sectors such as healthcare, nonprofits, government, and global corporations.
Technologically Savvy: With a focus on AI, students gain skills to harness data-driven insights, optimize decision-making processes, and lead innovation.
Data-Driven Decision Makers: The business analytics concentration equips students to make sound, fact-based decisions in a data-rich business environment.
Financially Literate Leaders: The accounting track prepares students for leadership roles in finance, equipping them with the financial acumen needed to drive organizational success.

Construct an ethical framework – Model principled, effective business decisions by analyzing the implications of management’s actions in a variety of integrated situations for each stakeholder.
Appraise the macroeconomic business climate – Interpret the effects of the macroeconomic environment on investment decisions, including product expansion, R&D activities, and human resource development.
Deploy financial tools – Utilize financial tools such as internal rate of return (IRR), net present value (NPV), and the capital asset pricing model (CAPM) to critically evaluate corporate finance decisions and strategies.
Design a strategic marketing plan – Create a marketing plan for an organization based on a comprehensive assessment of potential markets and competitors for a given product or service.
Synthesize accounting and financial transactions – Compile an organization’s accounting and financial transactions into relevant managerial reports, using ratio analysis to evaluate the financial position and inform decision-making.
Formulate a global business perspective – Develop an understanding of corporate governance, international collaboration, and global operations from a global business perspective.
Analyze the business environment – Use SWOT and VRIO models to identify opportunities and formulate effective strategies that achieve a competitive advantage.

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Official transcripts
A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. GPA’s of 2.5-2.99 will be considered with two letters of recommendation (academic and professional)
Resume reflecting at least 3-5 years of professional work experience
GMAT or GRE not required but encouraged to strengthen you application (scores < 5 years)
Completed Graduate Application
Essay: Tell us about your path to business school, (including your work history) and your future plans. How will the Jessup University experience help you along this journey? What is your motivation for pursuing an MBA now, and how will Jessup University help you achieve your goals? (approx. 500 words)
Letter of recommendation only if requested by the admissions committee (GPA’s less than 3.00)
Interview if requested by the admissions committee
TOEFL Required

A faculty that practices what they teach: Jessup professors come from successful careers in business, banking, high tech and more. They share practical, real-life insights and help open doors that might have been closed, until now.
We get you where you want to be, from wherever you are. AFFORDABLY! Our hybrid and remote options are designed to fit into your lifestyle. Plus, our financial aid assistance and partner discounts are available to get you 20 to 40% off.
Innovative, real-world business application: The latest technologies combined with exciting, yet practical learning platforms prepare you for the new era of business.
Ethical leadership and purpose-driven learning: Rooted in biblical principles, the Jessup MBA emphasizes ethical decision-making and leadership with purpose, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in the business world and beyond.
Concentrations in high growth areas: We keep our finger on the pulse of where the business world is moving to offer you the latest in high growth skills training.

Rocklin & Portland MBA Emphases – 9 units (Optional):
Accounting
AI
Business Analytics

Rocklin Program Courses

Core Courses (33 units)
- Principled Leadership
- Microeconomics for Managers
- Graduate Research Methods/Project
- Accounting & Financial Analysis
- Technology and Innovation
- Finance & Data Analytics
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing Strategy
- Global Environment of Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Strategic Decision Making

To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.

San Jose MBA Concentration – 9 units (Optional):
Accounting

San Jose Program Courses

Core Courses (36 units)
- BUS500 | Principled Leadership and Ethics
- BUS540 | Managerial Economics
- BUS541 | Management Accounting
- BUS542 | Corporate Finance
- BUS570 | Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
- BUS571 | International Business
- BUS580 | Leadership and Change
- BUS620 | Global Marketing Strategy
- BUS690 | Strategic Planning
- BUS670 | Innovation and Technology
- BUS681 | Project Management
- BUS682 | Entrepreneurial Management
Applied Project (2 units)
- BUS698a | Applied Entrepreneurship Project I
- BUS698b | Applied Entrepreneurship Project II
Accounting Concentration (9 units): Students have the option of the first 3 or second 3 courses.
- ACCT501 | Ethics for Accounting Professionals
- ACCT610 | Accounting Information Systems
- ACCT644 | Advanced Federal Taxation
- ACT549 | Advanced Auditing
- ACCT545 | Advanced Financial Reporting
- ACCT547 | Financial Statement Analysis

To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.

Ken Raskin, MS

Associate Dean, School of Business
Director of Graduate Studies

Our mission in the School of Business is to develop transformational stewards to impact business and society."

FACULTY

Jessup's dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you'll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.

Ken Raskin, MS

Associate Dean - School of Business; Director of Graduate Studies

Manuel Salazar III, EdD, MBA, CPA

Associate Dean - School of Business; MAcc Director

Ahmad A. Shaar, DBA

Program Director – MBA & MSCS Programs (San Jose); Professor

Richard L Yang, JD

Associate Professor - School of Business

Howard Ray Bryant, MBA

Associate Professor - School of Business

Michael Obermire, MBA

Associate Professor - School of Business

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