Master of Business
Administration (MBA)

Core Courses

BUS-505 Research Methods

An examination of research methods available for the 21st century organization and statistical concepts useful for data-driven decision making. Focus is placed on the systematic process of collecting, analyzing and interpreting research articles and data to answer a specific research question. The course will also introduce students to basic descriptive and inferential statistical tools within the context of a business related problem.

BUS-503 Ethics, Values and Social Responsibility

A theoretical and practical overview of ethics theory, values formation and ethical decision making within the context of management and leadership. Ethics and values are presented from a Judeo-Christian perspective with emphasis on workable models for ethical decision making and social responsibility at both the professional and personal level.

BUS-507 Quantitative Analysis

A study of quantitative techniques useful in business decision-making. Topics include exploratory analysis, descriptive statistics and inferential statistics: t-tests, analysis of variance, correlation, regression and chi-square analysis.

MGT-531 Organizational Behavior and Change

The study of the behavior of individuals and teams within organizations based on current management theory. Emphasis is given to understanding, predicting, motivating and changing work-related behaviors in organizations. Key topics include organizational structure, understanding culture, power, diversity, leadership and communication within the organization.

ACC-525 Accounting for Decision-Making

An examination of contemporary accounting issues for managers, such as principles, techniques and uses of accounting in the planning and decision making of organizations. The use of information technology plays a key role in this course. Areas of emphasis include the budgetary process, performance evaluation techniques, product costing methods, constraint management and ethics.

FIN-643 Managerial Finance

A study of essential concepts of financial management including working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structures, planning, time value of money and dividend policy. Prerequisite: ACC-525.

MKT-651 Marketing Strategies

A case-method course using real marketing issues as a means to learn how to synthesize marketing fundamentals into effective and practical solutions.

ECN-530 Economics

A study of the decision-making skills necessary for managers and entrepreneurs in the context of the macroeconomic environment and the application of microeconomic price theory as it pertains to human capital issues. Readings include essays by several Nobel prize-winning economists. Further, the course challenges students to develop a Christ-centered worldview regarding economic issues pertinent to managers.

MGT-539 Entrepreneurship and Innovation

A focused study of the tools needed in identifying and capitalizing on entrepreneurial business opportunities, methods for managing those opportunities and critical thinking skills needed for innovation and growth. Students work with a team to design an entrepreneurial venture. Additional topics include stimulating new ideas, managing innovative ideas, adapting to change and individual and group roles in the creative process.

Finance Concentration

Prepare for a career in a variety of financial institutions and finance-related industries. Discover advanced methods and analytics techniques to positively impact financial decision-making and financial planning. Learn cash management, capitalization issues, risk management, and ethical and legal issues related to effective financial outcomes.

FIN-645 Advanced Managerial Finance

An exploration of advanced methods and techniques important to the financial success of an organization. Topics include cash management, capitalization issues, risk management, ethical and legal issues in financial decision-making and approaches to financial planning. Students learn to assess the financial operations and positions of an organization using various analysis methods. Prerequisite: FIN-643.

FIN-646 Global Finance

A study of crucial concepts and tools to strategically manage international financial activities. Students will develop an understanding of policy issues affecting international trade and finance. Other topics covered include the role and impact of international trade policies on the global economy and financial markets, currency markets, international financial systems and management and macroeconomic policies. Prerequisite: FIN-645.

FIN-647 Entrepreneurial Finance

An introduction to current thinking in the areas of valuation, real options such as mergers and acquisitions, and the economics of contracts to a new venture decision. Topics include investment analysis, financing the entrepreneurial firm, harvesting, the role of angel investors, incubators, venture capital and financial contracts. Prerequisite: FIN-646.

Human Resource Leadership Concentration

The field of HR is rapidly evolving, with new trends, technologies and emerging challenges. An accredited MBA with a Human Resource Leadership concentration demonstrates your credibility as a skilled, visionary, and purposeful leader. Prepare for greater levels of responsibility and influence in your existing or future organization by learning how to navigate complex people and regulatory issues, adapt to changing environments, implement a values-based collaborative culture, and develop innovative solutions.
At Cornerstone University, our accredited MBA in Human Resource Leadership concentration integrates Christian principles into an industry best-practices focused curriculum so that you excel professionally and grow spiritually.

MGT-543 – Team Leadership and Conflict Mgt.

A course with an emphasis on research, theories and models that help learners understand and more effectively use strategies for improved leadership within a team-based context. Because it is inextricably tied to the challenges of working in teams, interpersonal conflict is investigated as part of the necessary leadership behavior that comes from working with and for others in addition to supervising and managing people and projects. Practical strategies are emphasized for improving leadership and conflict management. Prerequisite: None.

MGT-638 – Human Resource Leadership

A focus on current issues in the field of human resource management emphasizing legal issues, career development, job definition and job qualification. Labor/management conflict from behavioral and institutional viewpoints is also examined. Prerequisite: None.

MGT-640 – Employee Development & Performance Management

This course focuses on supervisory responsibilities of developing employees through the entire performance management process, which includes coaching and caring for others, developing those for whom one is responsible, and utilizing an appraisal process that includes feedback, expectations and evaluation. The role of feedback, listening and humble inquiry are emphasized. Complications in employee development and performance management are highlighted as are practical strategies for effectively carrying out these functions from a supervisory perspective. Prerequisite: None.

Health Care Concentration

Advance your mobility in an array of health care business administrative roles by focusing on how to manage health care quality, risk management, safety and outcomes. Course topics include outcomes management, regulatory issues and a final capstone project.

MGT-534 Theory and Quality Outcomes Management

A study of lean quality management principles, theories and application to the health care environment. Focusing on managing health care quality, safety and outcomes, the course emphasizes the use of tools and techniques to manage and lead quality improvements and drive successful clinical outcomes.

BUS-504 Ethical, Legal and Regulatory Issues for Health Care

A study of the historical and current views of ethics and regulations of health care delivery and the impact of the regulatory environment on availability of services. Students examine principles and practical applications of ethics and laws that affect operational decisions of health care providers, health plans, third-party payers and managers. Additional topics include a discussion of the for-profit and not-for-profit delivery models.

MGT-697 Applied Health Care Project

A project-based capstone course in which the student will demonstrate the ability to integrate health care education and practical experience by selecting a problem of practice at work and implementing a plan for improvement and/or action research or a program evaluation to solve the problem or improve the issue. Prerequisites: MGT-534 and BUS-504.

Strategic Marketing Concentration

Staying current with the latest marketing trends, strategies, and consumer behavior, alongside proven industry practices helps you adapt to changes in your existing industry or open doors to new opportunities whether corporate, non-profit, entrepreneurial, and/or ministry sectors.
At Cornerstone University, your online and accredited MBA in Strategic Marketing concentration offers benefits in both traditional and digital marketing that integrates Christian principles into a cutting-edge curriculum designed for emerging marketing professionals.

MKT-515 Strategic Marketing Management

MKT-522 Digital Marketing

MKT-613 Consumer Behavior

Project Management Concentration

Learn how to implement organizational initiatives and strategies. Discover how to meet budget and time commitments, define the scope of a project, manage changes, and build internal trust to navigate complexity. Learn essential tools, techniques and the process required to become a certified Project Manager.

BUS-530 Fundamentals of Project Management

An exploration of the framework and fundamental methodologies of project management. Topics include foundational concepts such as requirements gathering, scope management, change control and time management, as well as an introduction to common tools, techniques and the process required to become a certified Project Manager.

BUS-531 Cost, Quality and Team Management

An exploration of a variety of project management principles necessary to manage the resources of a project. Specific topics include project budgeting, cost estimation and control, quality assurance and control, acquiring, developing, and managing a project team, conflict management and negotiation skills. Prerequisite: BUS-530.

BUS-532 Communications and Risk Management

A study of the principles of effective communication, including managing risks, issues and stakeholder expectations. Topics include the methodology for identifying, measuring and responding to risks and issues, as well as the professional and social responsibilities of project management. Prerequisite: BUS-531.

Sport Management Concentration

The sports industry has expanded significantly in recent years. Strong skills in sport management are highly sought after by professional sports leagues, collegiate athletics, sports marketing and media, recreational facilities, event management and more. Stand out as a qualified leader by pursuing your MBA in Sport Management degree online.

At Cornerstone University, our accredited MBA in Sport Management degree combines academic excellence and sports management best-practices with Christian principles so that you can positively influence athletic teams and organizations as an effective leader.

MGT-557 Sport Marketing

Includes promotions, sales, fundraising, advertising, branding and sponsorship. Strategies need to be created for individuals, teams and/or events, depending on the marketing needs and projections. Prerequisite: None.

MGT-559 Sport Communications

This course will explore the communication landscape in the sport industry. This includes fostering two-way communication with key stakeholders across a wide berth of platforms. This communication includes, but is not limited to social media, all aspects of media guides, press releases, websites, statistical archives, record keeping and game-day obligations. Prerequisite: None.

MGT-561 Sport Operations

This course will explore event and venue operations ranging from single to multi-day events. Focus will include strategic planning, situational analysis, emergency and risk management, execution and controlling of the operational functions by sport management professionals. Prerequisite: None.

Program Outcomes

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree provides leadership skills in core business principles of marketing, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, economics and statistics. Through a practical curriculum anchored in Christ-centered virtues, you’ll add value to your career and cultivate positive influence in your work and your community. With your dedication to taking your next step toward your career goals, you’ll excel as a character-driven leader that makes your teams better and sets your organization on a path toward success.

Proficiency in Terminology, Theories, Concepts, Practices and Skills

Students will demonstrate proficiency in the terminology, theories, concepts, practices and skills specific to business administration in the 21st-century workforce. In accomplishing this objective, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the core business disciplines of economics, accounting, finance, marketing, organizational behavior and entrepreneurship.
• Exhibit knowledge of a specialized disciplinary concentration within business administration.
• Analyze and resolve business issues related to the core disciplines and concentration areas of business administration.
• Use business administration language to evaluate solutions applicable for business excellence.

Competency in Applying Knowledge to Address Real-Life Problems

Students will exhibit competency in applying your knowledge to address real-life business problems through both individual and group effort. At the end of this program, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and personal management skills germane to the needs of 21st-century business employers.
• Collaborate with others in achieving shared objectives of the business administration program.
• Exhibit business writing and speaking skills desired by employers in the 21st-century workplace.
• Use knowledge of empirical and theoretical research to solve 21st-century business issues, challenges and problems.

Integration of Traditional and Normative Skills

Students will demonstrate your ability to integrate traditional and normative skills expected of students in the liberal arts tradition, including analytical skills, information literacy, quantitative competency and communication fluency.

Intercultural Competence

Students will demonstrate intercultural competence in addressing civic, social, environmental and economic issues within the 21st-century business workplace.

Articulation of a Christ-Centered Worldview

Students will articulate a Christ-centered worldview to include its personal, professional and communal embodiment through Christian virtues.