Earning a BBA Can Take You Places. An MBA Will Take You Farther.
By enrolling in our Bachelor of Business Administration program, you’ve demonstrated your interest in building business expertise and credentials. Earning your BBA can provide a critical entry point to your business career, but an MBA will take you even farther. Many companies prefer to hire MBAs, and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that master’s degree holders earn about 18% more than bachelor’s degree holders. How can you join their ranks? By transforming the BBA you’re earning into our 4+1 MBA.
Students enrolled in the BBA in Accounting program are not eligible for the 4+1 MBA program.
Your Path Forward Is Online
Continue your journey! UT Permian Basin’s AACSB-accredited College of Business provides a path forward to greater marketability, earning potential, and career mobility through our online 4+1 MBA program. You’ll enjoy a seamless transition from earning your BBA to a graduate program named among the most affordable online MBAs by U.S. News & World Report. Graduate with both your BBA and MBA in an accelerated five-year completion window! You’ll automatically be granted admission if you meet all the requirements of the BBA and MBA programs. And that’s just one of many advantages:
- Get started with no additional application or GMAT requirements.
- Complete coursework anywhere in the world, 24/7.
- Finish your MBA in as little as one year.
Prepare for Rewarding Roles
Our MBA program takes a deeper dive into areas of expertise all business leaders must master, including strategic management, financial management, marketing analytics, international business, and organizational behavior. Through courses on these and other key topics, you can acquire the business insight needed to take on a variety of lucrative roles with strong growth potential, such as:
- Financial Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Operations Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
Stay on track to achieve your professional goals. Speak with a UTPB advisor about our 4+1 MBA program!
Semester 1 (Freshman Semester 1)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take a creative arts course, a language, philosophy, or culture course, and a freshman seminar. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
ENGL 1301 - Composition I
16 weeks
3
Composition I offers intensive instruction in the writing process (prewriting, drafting, revising, and proofreading), emphasizing the recursive nature of the process and the importance of the relationship among writer, audience, and subject. The course will also explore the connection between writing and critical thinking and the usefulness of writing as a tool for learning in all fields of knowledge. Students enrolling in Composition I will be expected to have a good command of standard written English.
HIST 1301 - History of the United States to 1877
16 weeks
3
A survey of major social, economic, and political developments in the United States from European colonization through Reconstruction.
COMM 1315 - Introduction to Public Speaking
8 weeks
3
Introduces students to the theory and practice of public speaking, with an emphasis on invention, arrangement, and delivery of informative and persuasive speeches. Further emphasis is given to the reduction of anxieties associated with public speaking.
Semester 2 (Freshman Semester 2)
Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
ENGL 1302 - Composition II
16 weeks
3
Composition II covers argument, rhetorical analysis and the research paper. In this course students analyze and respond to texts of various kinds through essays and research papers. Students will learn to defend their points of view by using textual evidence and strong rhetoric. Readings and exercises help student learn to write broad-minded, well-informed essays in polished academic prose that moves and educates the reader.
HIST 1302 - History of the United States Since 1877
16 weeks
3
A survey of major social, economic, and political developments in the United States from 1877 to the present.
MATH 1324 - Applications of Discrete Mathematics
8 weeks
3
Mathematics for modeling in the social and behavioral sciences. Topics include algebra, linear equations in two variables, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Other topics are chosen by the instructor. Course emphasizes application to social science and economics.
BUSI 1301 - Business Principles
8 weeks
3
This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and consideration for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life.
Semester 3 (Sophomore Semester 1)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take a science course with a lab. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting
8 weeks
3
Introduction to concepts and principles of accounting, to include: recognition, analysis, measurement, and recording of monetary information in business transactions. Emphasis of the course will be on understanding financial reporting for external users.
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics
8 weeks
3
A description of major economic problems facing modern societies is presented together with how the capitalistic market system addresses these issues. The emphasis is on macroeconomics theory and practice.
BUSI 2342 - Principles of Statistics
8 weeks
3
The course is an introduction to the principles of statistics and their application to problems in business and economics. Topics include the basics of probability theory, descriptive statistics, sampling methods, statistical estimation, hypothesis testing, and the basics of linear regression. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1324
PLSC 2305 - American National Politics
8 weeks
3
An examination of American national political institutions and processes. Satisfies state requirement in U.S. government.
Semester 4 (Sophomore Semester 2)
Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting
8 weeks
3
Introduction to the use of financial and non-financial accounting information for management, decision making, and control.
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics
8 weeks
3
Individual consumer and producer choices are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on supply and demand relationships, utility concepts, and cost and revenue curves as they relate to price theory and various forms of competition. Completion of ECON 2301 is recommended, but not required.
BUSI 2345 - Data Analysis with Excel
8 weeks
3
This course is designed to introduce students to the more advanced data analysis features and tools in Excel. The course includes an exploration of basic mathematical and statistical formulas and functions, data validation, data visualizations tools, and familiarity and add-ins like Power Pivot, Analysis Toolpak, and Solver.
PLSC 2306 - State and Local Politics
8 weeks
3
An examination of state and local political institutions and processes. Satisfies state requirement in Texas government.
MNGT 3310 - Principles of Management
8 weeks
3
Fundamental concepts of management including principles of administration, modern organization theory, goal-setting, leadership, and decision-making. This is a study of the impact of societal influences and ethical consideration on business decision-making. Special attention is given to business stakeholder relationships and the role of the organization in the community.
Semester 5 (Junior Semester 1)
Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
BUSI 3311 - Business Communications
8 weeks
3
This course is an introduction to the basic interpersonal communication process through appropriate communications technology with applications for business organizations. It is a systems approach to planning, researching, organizing, composing, editing, and revising reports and other business related communications. Oral presentations are required. Business communication ethics are explored. Prerequisite: Two semesters of freshman English and COMM 1315 are required.
BUSI 3324 - Business and the Law
8 weeks
3
This survey course covers the source of law and courts and introduces tort law along with the historical, economic, political, and ethical bases of contracts. The course includes ethical considerations in business and the impact of regulatory and administrative law on business.
FINA 3320 - Principles of Finance
8 weeks
3
Survey of foundational concepts in finance; in particular, discounted cash flow analysis and its application to valuation of bonds, stocks, and corporate capital assets. Introduction to the following topics: bond and stock markets; pricing mechanisms in those markets; relationship between risk and return; capital budgeting methods based on discounted cash flow valuation.
MRKT 3300 - Principles of Marketing
8 weeks
3
Survey of marketing fundamentals with focus upon product, price, promotion, and distribution within the context of business decision-making.
ACCT 3333 - Information System Fundamentals
8 weeks
3
Introduction to the organizational and managerial foundations of information systems. The role of information systems in enhancing business processes and management decision making is emphasized. Students experience use of business application software in problem solving.
Semester 6 (Junior Semester 2)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take an international course, a management elective, and a business elective. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
MNGT 3312 - Human Resource Management
8 weeks
3
This is a study of principles and practices in human resource management systems including such topics as recruiting, selection, training and development, compensation, health and safety, employee and labor relations, human resource research information systems, and workforce planning.
MNGT 3340 - Production Operations Management
8 weeks
3
This course examines the planning, design, execution, and coordination of all activities that create goods or provide services. It addresses how upper-level management can improve decision-making in both the manufacturing and service sectors. The course introduces productivity, competitiveness, and strategy; decision-making; quality management; product and service design; process selection and capacity planning; linear programming; facility layout; location planning and analysis; the transportation model; project management; design of work systems; and learning curves.
Semester 7 (Senior Semester 1)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take a management elective, a business elective, and an operations course. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
MNGT 3330 - Organizational Behavior
8 weeks
3
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a solid understanding of human behavior in organization. Thus, upon the completion of this course, students will possess knowledge and skills in the context of managing human behavior in organizations effectively.
MNGT 3370 - Business and Ethics
8 weeks
3
This is a study of the impact of societal influences and ethical consideration on business decision-making. Special attention is given to business stakeholder relationships and the role of the organization in the community.
Semester 8 (Senior Semester 2/MBA Semester 1)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take a leadership course, a management elective, and a business elective. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
MNGT 4375 - Strategic Management (Capstone)
8 weeks
3
This is the capstone course of the business administration degree. Based on environmental analysis, the formulation and implementation of strategic decisions within the organization are addressed. Emphasis is placed on integration of decisions at the functional areas. A supplemental fee is required for this course.
FINA 6320 - Financial Management
8 weeks
3
Survey of foundational concepts in financial management; in particular, introduction to capital budgeting and financing concepts that include discounted cash flow analysis and its applications to valuation of bonds, stocks, and corporate capital assets. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 6301 or equivalent.
MRKT 6310 - Marketing Management
8 weeks
3
An analysis of the customer/market relationships with the company in an open market system characterized by the presence of strong competition within a very fluid business environment. Managerial decision making with this matrix will be stressed.
ACCT 6302 - Contemporary Control Systems
8 weeks
3
A study of the design, implementation, and evaluation of control systems intended to support and direct strategic objectives of various organizations. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 6302 or ACCT 6305 or ACCT 6315 or ACCT 6316
Semester 9 (MBA Semester 2)
Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
BUSI 6302 - Business Analytics
8 weeks
3
This course introduces the practical and advanced data analytics for all business majors. The course covers topics of script programming, data/statistical analysis, and data visualization. Students will practice data analytic methods and use related software to solve real-world business questions.
MNGT 6301 - Legal Environment of Business
8 weeks
3
A foundation in the role of law in our system of business and commerce both facilitating and constraining business decision-making. In addition, this course will introduce the operation of legal institutions and the fundamentals of legal reasoning.
MNGT 6320 - Production & Operations Management
8 weeks
3
The role of the operations management function within the context of an organization, be it public or private, profit or nonprofit, manufacturing or service. The course emphasizes the application of concepts of in process analysis, material management, and quality management. Both quantitative and behavioral perspectives are presented.
Semester 10 (MBA Semester 2 cont’d)
In addition to the courses listed below, you must also take an MBA elective. Speak to an advisor or consult our catalog for more information.
FINA 6321 - Corporate Finance & Strategy
8 weeks
3
Intermediate-level course covering modern corporate finance concepts. Course topics include advance capital budgeting and financing techniques as well as financial risk management and various asset valuation techniques including concepts related to Mergers and Acquisitions. Prerequisite(s): FINA 6320 or the equivalent
BUSI 6325 - International Business
8 weeks
3
The course investigates government and businesses across borders and the dynamics between countries/regions, including country profiles, national economic policies, regional integration, trade, law, and foreign direct investment. This course is macro in nature and focuses on international business and its overriding theories, and how to apply them in management decisions. Cross-listed with MRKT 6301.
MNGT 6366 - Strategic Management
8 weeks
3
Opportunity for development and implementation of knowledge from multiple disciplines and integration of viewpoints of different functions of an organization. Case evaluation and discussion are stressed.
Admission Requirements
Students enrolled in the BBA in Accounting program are not eligible for the 4+1 MBA program.
90 undergraduate credit hours must be completed, including 15 hours in the undergraduate major, before a student may apply.
- The student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and 3.25 in the undergraduate major.
- Admission requirements for the graduate major must be met in order for the student to enroll in graduate-level coursework.
- The student must have met with both the undergraduate advisor and graduate advisor to develop an approved Program of Study, including a plan for advising and notation for financial aid impact.
- Up to 12 credit hours of structured graduate coursework may be applied toward undergraduate degree requirements.
- Total combined credits for both the undergraduate and graduate degree must be at least 150 credit hours (120 for bachelor’s and 30 for master’s), even if graduate coursework is used to fulfill undergraduate degree requirements.
- A minimum graduate GPA of 3.0 must be maintained, and participating students must earn at least a ‘B’ in graduate coursework used to fulfill undergraduate degree requirements.
How Do I Join the 4+1 MBA Program?
1. Start by reaching out to your Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) Coordinator, Dr. Anshu Saran, who will coordinate your admission into the program.
2. Once you’ve been selected for the AMP, you and your AMP coordinator will fill out your AMP form together, and the Office of Graduate Studies will properly code you within the system.
3. Once your undergraduate requirements have been met, your AMP coordinator will assist you in applying for admission to Graduate Studies through GoApplyTexas.
Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) students who have successfully completed all undergraduate degree requirements and maintained the requirements of the AMP will be granted automatic admission into Graduate Studies and the corresponding graduate program. Students must submit an admission application, but all other admission requirements will be waived, including GMAT test scores.
- Degrees are completed sequentially. The bachelor’s degree must be conferred as soon as requirements are met and will be required for full admission into the corresponding graduate program.
- Students must pay graduate tuition whenever taking graduate courses.
- Students that are in the 4+1 program excluding 5th-year Accounting will not be eligible for financial aid for courses taken at the graduate level.
Have questions? Contact gradstudies@utpb.edu to learn more.
We’re pleased to offer program admission on a rolling basis.
Rolling admission refers to our process of accepting and evaluating applications as we receive them and moving any applications that miss the deadline to the next semester. However, if you want to enroll in courses for a specific semester, you will need to make note of the application deadlines found below. If you don’t complete your application and submit the required materials by the deadline, your application will be rolled over to the next semester.