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Garry Mrozek, MBA '88

Master of Business Administration Program

To compete in today's business environment, the upwardly-mobile professional must continuously improve in three key areas: leadership skills, business expertise, and strategic thinking skills. One way to accomplish this is to earn an MBA.

Earning an MBA degree can mean:

~career advancement ~mobility ~increased earnings

I invite you to consider earning your MBA at YSU and joining an outstanding team of fellow students, faculty members, and alumni committed to helping you enjoy a more rewarding career. For more information, please call or visit us soon. You can reach us via telephone at 330-941-3069 or email at ysumba@cc.ysu.edu.

Best Regards,
Betty Jo Licata, Ph.D.
Dean, Williamson College of Business Administration

Road to Success

Flexible Master of Business Administration

(MBA)

Pursue your MBA full time or part time
Evening MBA courses are offered one evening per week starting at 6:00 p.m.
Graduate assistantships and scholarships are available

There is a reduction in nonresident tuition surcharge fees for all

of out of state students to $8.34 per hour. This is effective fall 2007.

To learn more about the MBA programs, call Monique Bradford, MBA Coordinator, at
330-941-3069 or send her an email at mrbradford@ysu.edu.

Why earn YOUR MBA?

Career Advancement & Earning Power

An MBA is a great way to accelerate your career growth. Organizations have learned to look to MBAs for their ability to think critically, deal with ambiguity, and solve complex problems.

"The EMBA elevated my credentials when I was contacted for my current position. I was told that an MBA degree was an absolute must. The time and effort that went into the EMBA program have been returned to me many times over."

Gary Wakeford, EMBA '95

President, Syncro Medical Innovations, Inc.

Canfield, OH

Marketability

Become an effective leader. Expand your teamwork and communication skills. Earning an MBA shows employers your commitment to both management and leadership.

"The YSU MBA program was excellent preparation for my career in the investment business. This program creatively incorporates academics, entrepreneurship, diversity, and teamwork that have continued to be keys to my success."

Valerie D'Apolito, MBA '02

Investment Representative, EdwardJones

Boardman, OH

In-Depth Learning

YSU MBA students develop a valuable mix of knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, management, and marketing. Whether you are building on existing knowledge, or enhancing your current skill set with business expertise, you will be able to apply what you are learning in the program almost immediately to the challenges you may face on the job.

"Working for a company is one thing, but the MBA program enables you to develop a whole new perspective and ability to understand the company's business, leadership position, and strategies related to marketing and finance. Because of this deeper understanding, you have increased ability to contribute individually and as part of a team."

Labros Hatzilabrou, MBA '06

Corporate Continuous Improvement Staff, Ball Food and Household Products

Export, PA

Networking

Success depends on what you know and who you know. An MBA from YSU helps you expand your professional network as you build lasting relationships with fellow students, alumni, faculty, and community business leaders.

"My EMBA program at YSU broadened my professional and personal life. The career opportunities an MBA offers you are amazing and the friendships you develop are lifelong."

George Pokrant, EMBA '01

Director of Medical Staff Services & Affairs, Butler Health Systems

Butler, PA

The Global Classroom

Successful business professionals must understand and be able to work in a global environment. Through international business study tours, YSU MBA students visit businesses in other countries, and work with individuals from around the world. Students earn academic credit toward degree requirements and benefit from an experience with amazing personal and professional benefits.

In the past year, MBA students have participated in international business study tours to Hungary and The Czech Republic, Turkey, London and Dublin, and India. Each October, the University of São Paolo bring more than 40 MBA students to YSU for guest lectures and tours of businesses in the Mahoning Valley.