We invite you to be part of the Fast-Trak MBA program at Northern Illinois University. This rigorous, yet practical program is designed for the experienced individual striving to attain executive-level skills and knowledge. The curriculum is specifically designed to build on a base of managerial experience.
The quality of faculty and academic programs in the College of Business is attested to by the undergraduate and graduate accreditation of both the business administration and accountancy programs by AACSB International – the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Of approximately 1,200 collegiate business programs in the U.S., only about 165 have achieved the four levels of accreditation earned by Northern Illinois University.
Because the Fast-Trak MBA program's curriculum is continuously reviewed to reflect the ever-changing needs of the business environment, the College of Business reserves the right to alter the curriculum at any time, through appropriate procedures, for the purpose of providing the best educational experience.
Micro & Macro Economics [FINA 500, Survey of Business Economics (2)]. The course introduces the basic economic principles used by corporate executives.
Computing for Executives [OMIS 507, Business Information Systems (2)]. The course introduces business information systems concepts, uses, and issues. The focus is on effective utilization of information system technology by business professionals.
Accounting Applications [ACCY 505, Financial Accounting Concepts (2)]. The course assumes no previous background in accounting, but moves quickly through the fundamentals. The focus is on what accounting statements mean to the executive.
Marketing Management [MKTG 505, Graduate Survey of Marketing (2)]. No previous academic background in marketing is assumed, but the course quickly represents the principles. The focus is on the management of the marketing function.
Managerial Concepts for Executives [MGMT 505, Principles of Management (2)]. The course builds upon the student's managerial experience using a series of independent readings and papers. Students are required to evaluate alternative theories and discover the managerial approach appropriate for their current and future leadership positions.
Quantitative Approaches to Decision Making [OMIS 524, Business Statistics (2)]. The fundamentals of statistics is reviewed. The focus is on the applications to industry and business. Students who have not satisfactorily completed the equivalency undergraduate course will be enrolled in the course in the summer prior to the start of the program.
Human Resource Management [MGMT 635, Organizational Behavior (3)]. The course examines motivation, teamwork, conflict, leadership, and other behavioral concepts that influence individual, group, and organizational effectiveness.
Business Law [MGMT 511, Legal Aspects of Business (2)]. No previous legal training is assumed, but the course quickly immerses students in the types of legal issues managers must face.
Financial Management [FINA 505, Fundamentals of Financial Management (2)]. No previous academic background in finance is assumed. The focus is on financial principles building upon the previous financial accounting course.
Operations Management [OMIS 505, Principles of Operations Management (2)]. Issues and problems facing operations mangers in the manufacturing and service environments are examined. Topics include product and capacity planning, quality and inventory management, and operations planning and control systems.
Operations Analysis [OMIS 627, Operations Analysis (3)]. Analysis of the conceptual and analytical approaches to the solution of significant operations problems is discussed. Case analyses and quantitative solutions within a global competitive environment are emphasized.
Strategic Marketing [MKTG 654, Marketing Management (3)]. In-depth analysis of the marketing plan of an organization is presented. Requires several case analyses.
Information Systems Technology [OMIS 640, Management of Information Systems Technology (3)]. Emphasis on systems technology and marketing; applications of information systems in strategic decision making and as an organizational resource.
Managerial Accounting Controls [ACCY 630, Managerial Accounting Concepts (3)]. The course focuses on the firm's internal accounting reports and controls with an emphasis on budgeting and controlling operations.
Financial Planning and Controls [FINA 607, Financial Analysis (3)]. A case-oriented course that builds upon the principles of finance presented in the previous finance course. Requires several class presentations and written case analyses.
Overall Policy Analysis [MGMT 672, Strategic Management and Policy (3)]. Capstone course with a focus on issues of overall organizational goals, policies, and ethics.