Undergraduate-to-MBA programs
The KU School of Business offers a pathway to an MBA for students in the School of Engineering and the Department of Health Information Management.
MBA and undergraduate engineering bridge program
The KU MBA and undergraduate engineering bridge program allows students to begin taking MBA courses in their senior year of the engineering undergraduate program. Bridge program students can earn a Bachelor of Science from the School of Engineering and an MBA from the School of Business in five years.
A good fit for the program is a student who is on-pace to graduate, prepared for an academically rigorous senior year and meets the admission requirements of the MBA program. Students will work with their engineering and MBA advisors to craft an academic plan that meets requirements for both programs.
- Apply by July 1 before fall semester of senior year
- Current resume or CV
- Personal statement
- Transcripts from KU
- GMAT/GRE scores
- Two letters of recommendation
Graduate MBA scholarships are available for bridge students in their final two semesters of the MBA program. Scholarships are awarded based on the strength of your application materials, including GPA, professional experience, and GMAT score.
- Apply by July 1 before fall semester of senior year
- Current resume or CV
- Personal statement
- Transcripts from KU
- GMAT/GRE scores
- Two letters of recommendation
Graduate MBA scholarships are available for bridge students in their final two semesters of the MBA program. Scholarships are awarded based on the strength of your application materials, including GPA, professional experience, and GMAT score.
Why should engineering students get an MBA?
Business skills aren’t just for business people. The KU MBA introduces students to concepts like data visualization, leadership and business analysis that lead to higher salaries for engineering and IT professionals, along with other high-demand roles.
Students also participate in professional career coaching, network with business alumni and local leaders and gain real-world experience that can unlock opportunities throughout their careers.
Sample schedule
| Fall | Spring | Summer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering (Year 4) | Engineering course | Engineering course | BUS 825 Internship Program |
| Engineering course | Engineering course | MKTG 706 Marketing (Online) | |
| Engineering course | Engineering course | BE 718 Managerial Economics (Online) | |
| Engineering course | Engineering course | ||
| ACCT 810 Accounting | FIN 810 Financial Management | ||
| BUS 801 Professional Skills | BUS 801 Professional Skills | ||
| MBA (Year 5) | MGMT 820 Business Law & Ethics | IBUS 820 International Business | |
| MGMT 830 Global Strategic Management | MGMT 810 Managing People | ||
| SCM 820 Operations & Supply Chain Management | BSAN 820 Business Analytics | ||
| BUS 810 Kansas Small Business Projects | BUS 810 Kansas Small Business Projects | ||
| MBA Elective | MBA Elective | ||
| MBA Elective | Total MBA Credits: 45 |
Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management to MBA fast-track program (BS-HIM/MBA)
The KU Department of Health Information Management and KU School of Business have partnered to provide selected students in health information management a pathway to an MBA upon completion of their undergraduate degree.
Following completion of a degree in health information management, students selected for this opportunity will join a fall MBA cohort. The full-time MBA program takes an additional 16 months to complete.
- Apply by July 1 before the fall semester of senior year
- Current resume or CV
- Personal statement
- Provide transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Pass Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification exam
BS-HIM/MBA students are considered for MBA scholarships upon review of a complete application that includes a GMAT score.
- Apply by July 1 before the fall semester of senior year
- Current resume or CV
- Personal statement
- Provide transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Pass Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification exam
BS-HIM/MBA students are considered for MBA scholarships upon review of a complete application that includes a GMAT score.
Curriculum
Semester 1: Fall
Courses
Semester 2: Spring
Courses
Summer
Courses
Semester 3: Fall
In addition to the courses below, students will also take two electives — topics are offered in finance, supply chain management, business analytics, and marketing.