Graduate Degree & Certificate in Business Administration

Enter the Corporate World — Easily — With our Business Graduate Programs

Take your first step in management and marketing with business graduate programs at Bridgewater State University. Enroll in our master’s degree in business administration or business certificate program in business foundations.

In BSU’s master’s in business, you will hone your skills in business analytics, as well as managing people and organizations. Plus, you’ll learn how to apply critical thinking to solve complex business problems.

The business certificate program will provide a strong foundation in corporate finance, economics, business statistics, management and marketing.

Current BSU undergraduates have access to the MBA 4+1 program allowing them to start working toward their graduate degree early in their junior year.

You may choose full- or part-time course schedules, including evening and online classes, to get you to the finish line. In either graduate program, you’ll take away the knowledge, skills and confidence to land a managerial position in industries like accounting, finance, marketing, management, economics and statistics.

Graduate Admissions

Bridgewater State University
Maxwell Library, Room 019
10 Shaw Road
Bridgewater, MA 02325

(508) 531-1300

gradadmissions@bridgew.edu

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Management & Marketing Program Highlights

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Build a solid foundation for career success

As a BSU business graduate program student, you can opt for an advanced degree — a master’s in business — or a two-semester business certificate program. You’ll develop core competencies in such topics as corporate finance, business statistics and management. Plus, you’ll be well positioned for managerial positions and potential advancement in organizations of any size and type.

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Bring your drive, we’ll take care of the rest

No background in business is required for either the master’s degree or business certificate program — just a passion to excel. You can get started with up to two graduate courses before enrolling in either our Business Foundations Graduate Certificate or our master’s degree in business administration program.

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High-quality education at an affordable price

To help ensure nothing stands in the way of your business graduate program or future success, BSU offers competitive, affordable tuition and fees. Both our master’s degree in business administration and business certificate programs were designed to be easy on the budget for in-state and out-of-state students.

Small classes, big on attention

Bridgewater State University is all about a personal grad school experience. With less than 20 students in each class, BSU assures you the time and attention you need to learn. Get your questions answered, and develop into a business-focused professional — whether you pursue a master’s in business or graduate certificate in business foundations.

Mentoring, support and collaboration

You never go it alone in our business graduate programs, from our master’s degree in business to our certificate program in business foundations. Our faculty of teachers, executives, entrepreneurs, and consultants are with you every step of your journey, inside the classroom and out. In fact, they offer support and collaboration throughout your time with us and can help expand your network for post-network career opportunities.

Scholarships and financial aid

Need financial assistance for your master’s degree in business administration? We offer scholarships and grants, as well as research assistantships and quantitative fellowships. This lets you attend graduate school at significantly reduced tuition and fee rates, so you can reach your goal of earning a master’s in business. You’ll also receive a bi-weekly stipend for working in an academic or administrative department at the university.

4+1 option

The MBA 4+1 Program is designed for current undergraduates at BSU who would like to earn BOTH an undergraduate degree and MBA degree in as little as five years. Students accepted into this program can take up to four graduate courses and credits will be applied toward both their undergraduate and MBA degrees. Learn more about early admissions programs »

Program of Study for Management & Marketing Graduate Students

In both our master’s in business and business certificate program, you’ll dive deep into key areas of business, so you can easily converse and make smart decisions in a managerial position.

What to expect from our business graduate programs
In BSU’s master’s in business, you will hone your skills in business analytics, as well as managing people and organizations. Plus, you’ll learn how to apply critical thinking to solve complex business problems. The business certificate program will provide a strong foundation in corporate finance, economics, business statistics, management and marketing.

Both deliver everything you need to jump-start your career in business and related fields.

Admission Requirements and Program Details

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Program details from 2024-2025 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog

Graduate Program Chairperson: Dr. Kathleen R. Ferris
Assessment Coordinator: Dr. Peter Sietins

4+1 MBA Details

The MBA program consists of 10 courses. 4+1 students with senior status (a minimum of 84 credits earned) can begin taking up to 4 graduate courses at the undergraduate tuition rate. Students interested in the 4+1 MBA Program should contact the graduate coordinator, Dr. Kathleen Ferris (k1ferris@bridgew.edu) for advising.

BSU undergraduates who wish to take graduate courses while still an undergraduate student will need to complete the4+1 MBA application. The application fee for this program is waived. Tuition for these courses will be at the undergraduate course rate.

Requirements for the MBA 4+1 are:

Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA at the time of application.
Enrollment in a BSU bachelor’s program
Students may apply after completion of their second semester of sophomore year or have earned a minimum of 54 credits.
Accepted students can begin taking graduate courses as soon as they receive senior status and have earned a minimum of 84 credits.
Accepted students are eligible to take up to four graduate courses that can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree programs. A minimum grade of “B” is required for graduate credit for required courses.
Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work
One letter of recommendation from either an academic or professional references
A resumé

BSU undergraduates in the 4+1 MBA Program must complete the following three MBA foundation courses, earning a minimum grade of “B “. Note, these required courses also fulfill requirements of the University’s Core Curriculum and undergraduate business majors will complete these courses in their undergraduate degree program.

Foundation Courses will be waived upon completion, with at least a grade of “B” or better, of the corresponding upper-division undergraduate business course taken as part of an undergraduate baccalaureate degree program.

ACFI 502 – Introduction to Financial Accounting
MGMT 500 – Foundations of Managerial Statistics
ECON 500 - Foundations of Economics

Graduate Chair: Dr. Kathleen Ferris

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Careers in Management & Marketing

A master’s degree in business or a certificate in business foundations from Bridgewater State University can lead to many career opportunities and greater financial rewards. A business graduate certificate can increase your salary by 25%, according to The Washington Post.

A master’s in business can help boost MBA salaries to as much as

$80,340

annually, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Graduate Funding Opportunities

The College of Graduate Studies provides various opportunities for graduate students to receive funding while working towards their degrees. Appointments are competitive and are determined by undergraduate and/or graduate grade point averages, pertinent experience, educational preparation and interviews. For information on assistantships, fellowships and conference funding awards, please visit our Graduate Funding Opportunities page.

The Master of Business Administration program is eligible for unsubsidized student loans and applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. For more specific questions, please visit the Financial Aid Office website or contact them directly at finaid@bridgew.edu.

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Graduate Degree & Certificate in Business Administration

Enter the Corporate World — Easily — With our Business Graduate Programs

Management & Marketing Program Highlights

Build a solid foundation for career success

Bring your drive, we’ll take care of the rest