Master of Business Administration

MBA with a concentration in Crisis and Disaster Management offers students the basics in identifying, preventing and controlling crisis situations. Learning how to develop and assessing contingency plans are included in this program. This course also aims at developing analytical and entrepreneurial skills.

Collecting, processing, storing and extracting valuable actionable knowledge from data are now imperatives for businesses to stay competitive. Expertise in deciphering relevant data, analyzing it to uncover trends and recognize patterns, translating the analysis into valuable insights about performance and processes, and using it to make informed strategic decisions is in high demand across industries. A specialization in Business Analytics expands student skills and knowledge in emerging technologies, current trends in business intelligence, and tools for analytics to equips students with knowledge in data mining and predictive analysis, business intelligence and Big Data, visualization, text mining, and web mining, social media and web analytics, clickstream data, and data management and analysis mastery using Excel.

Business managers and consultants need to be able to analyze and interpret financial data, manage budgets, provide forecast analyses, and even prepare and audit financial statements. Leveraging managerial skills and a broader understanding of the business landscape alongside accounting-related skills can further enhance promotability. Additionally, an Accounting Specialization may appeal to those who already have a background in accounting and intend to sit for the CPA exam or take classes for CPA credits.

Alongside the aging U.S. baby boomer population, whose active lifestyles are extending life expectancies, the demand for professionals to meet their healthcare needs is also increasing. A specialization in Health Administration prepares students to provide leadership, vision, and management for healthcare facilities such as hospitals, physician offices, group medical practices, home health care agencies, outpatient clinics, and nursing care providers.

The principal objective of the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Program is to advance the quality of business management. The MBA program provides advanced management education in an environment that encourages students to extend their leadership capabilities. A Master of Business Administration degree enables students to gain broad managerial skills and to develop specialized expertise in a business discipline that best suits their career aspirations.

A Finance specialization gives students a competitive edge and prepares them for success in financial positions in this high-demand industry. Financial managers are not only responsible for maintaining an organization’s financial health, they also need to possess the skills to provide financial analysis, create and present financial reports, and plan and execute strategies for long-term financial success.

FAU’s Hospitality and Tourism Management ranks among the top 30 programs in the U.S. (The Best Schools Magazine) and is a leader in Florida.Link Hospitality and tourism is the world's largest service industry with managerial needs and opportunities across a vast variety of segments: resorts, restaurants, private clubs, meeting and event planning corporations, destination marketing organizations, casinos, theme parks, sport facilities, entertainment venues, and many more. A Hospitality and Tourism Management specialization prepares students to become service industry leaders ready to join the thriving local, regional and global hospitality network. FAU faculty possess extensive industry experience and continually update curriculum with real-world scenarios to meet current industry demands.

An International Business specialization prepares students to succeed in the fast-paced global landscape whether working in positions in the U.S. that require international expertise, in expatriate assignments with globally established corporations, or in short-term international consulting jobs. This specialization offers a variety of topics for students to choose from: Develop a global business operations perspective, identify management issues, risks and opportunities in emerging environments, handle international mergers and acquisitions, work with IT service providers and infrastructures, knowledge of the international monetary system and stabilization policies in open economies, understand multinational finance, incorporate global marketing strategies, assess and develop leadership and Learn cross-cultural management

A specialization in Management Information Systems provides students with a knowledge of aligning information and communication technologies and systems with business activities: launching and managing web-based businesses, managing Information Technology (IT) projects and information security efforts, coordinating and servicing other business functions as well as understanding IT infrastructure and applications and working with IT service providers and processes.

Successfully marketing goods and services is essential for companies seeking to establish, maintain, and grow their market share. An MBA with a specialization in Marketing prepares students for a variety of marketing, marketing-related and even non-marketing specific positions, such as consulting, starting a small business.

Job prospects for working in this ever-growing and worldwide industry include employment with sports-affiliated organizations and facilities, athletic clubs and teams, colleges and universities, sport talent agencies, sports marketing firms, event management and entertainment companies, and even sports media outlets.

Organizations in today’s competitive business landscape need to know how to best leverage their resources to maximize the quality and delivery of products or services with the most cost-effective strategies. An Operations Management specialization equips students with the knowledge to identify operational issues, recognize areas for improvement in business processes, establish a culture for implementing new processes improvement efforts and measure initiative effectiveness. Skills in web-based business development along with a foundation in sourcing and supply chain management prepare students for success as operations managers, project management consultants, or in launching and managing their own businesses.

This innovative program is designed to equip business leaders with the knowledge and skills to thrive in today’s AI-driven economy. The revolution is AI. Make it your career to lead it. Florida Atlantic University’s MBA in AI program integrates advanced AI concepts into the MBA curriculum, preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing business landscape. Organizations increasingly expect employees to apply AI tools effectively, and this concentration ensures students are ready to meet that demand.