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MBA Program

Boise State University’s MBA program is the only MBA program in the Treasure Valley carrying the coveted AACSB international accreditation.

Designed for the early and mid-career professional who values a high-quality program of study, Boise State’s MBA program offers the depth of knowledge required for success in an increasingly complex global work environment.

Boise State University’s MBA program is greatly enhanced by our location. Boise, Idaho’s capital city, is home to several Fortune 500 companies and also offers an enjoyably mild climate as well as unsurpassed opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Program Overview

The MBA program is based upon:

  • Convenient evening courses with a low student/faculty ratio to encourage open discussion and the exchange of ideas
  • Professors with both doctoral degrees and industry experience deliver a strong core curriculum and provide students with both knowledge and skills.

Customize your own program to meet your particular objectives:

  • Electives in Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Information Systems, Entrepreneurship and International Business are regularly available.
  • Engineering, Health Science, or Public Administration graduate programs electives may also be available to provide students the ability to craft a program of study most applicable to their needs.
  • Coursework requirements may vary depending upon an applicant’s prior academic experience.

Candidate Profile

Boise State University MBA candidates possess a high degree of motivation, professional work experience, strong managerial potential, and an aptitude for graduate study. Our MBA students come from a broad range of diverse backgrounds, including engineering, social sciences, liberal arts, business, health, and others.

A typical MBA candidate will:

  • Possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or better.
  • Achieve a minimum score of 500 on the GMAT.
  • Preferably have at least two years of significant work experience (waived with a GMAT score of 600).
  • Have a GMAT quantitative score of at least 32, or a score of 60 or greater on the math placement exam.

For more information on Boise State University’s MBA program, contact Renee Anchustegui, Program Coordinator at 208-426-3116 or at graduatebusiness@boisestate.edu.