Academics
The one-year timeline for earning an MBA at Gatton College of Business and Economics is a big draw for many students. The scholarships offered and the program鈥檚 relatively lower cost are also incentives, with one noting, 鈥淭he program is exponentially more affordable than many options.鈥 Another mentions the 鈥渆xcellent scholarship opportunities for engineers looking to acquire a business background.鈥 The flexible curriculum allows students to 鈥渃ustomize what we learn based on our interests,鈥 and they appreciate the emphasis on 鈥渓eadership and problem-solving.鈥 Another benefit of the program is the dual degree options in engineering, law, pharmacy, and dentistry. Students say that 鈥渃lasses are incredibly informative and interesting.鈥 One standout in the curriculum is Project Connect, an experiential learning practicum that takes place over two semesters. The fall semester covers problem-solving methodologies, and in the spring, students apply what they鈥檝e learned to a real-life consulting project. The curriculum鈥檚 focus on data is another highlight, and students can earn a graduate certificate in business analytics.
Students praise the administration for 鈥渒eeping things organized and running smoothly.鈥 As one student describes, 鈥淭his has been the easiest process I have ever experienced with a large organization.鈥 The faculty are 鈥渨onderful as professors and wonderful as humans.鈥 Students are 鈥渃ontinually impressed with the professors, their backgrounds, and current research.鈥 The academic environment is 鈥渧ery student focused.鈥 Professors strike a balance between assigning challenging work that 鈥渉elps us grow鈥 and taking the time to 鈥渕eet with us if we need help.鈥 The MBA program is an environment where 鈥渆veryone is helpful.鈥 Professors 鈥渃are for students鈥 and 鈥渁re flexible to accommodate everyone's needs or educational background.鈥
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