Professional MBA

Concentrations

Drexel Professional MBA students have the option of pursuing a general MBA, or they may explore areas of concentration. An important feature of the Professional MBA is the unusually wide range of concentrations offered, serving students who are preparing for careers in a variety of business fields. Drexel provides the opportunity to complete one or two concentrations in the following areas:

Accounting
Provides an overview of financial and managerial accounting and auditing performance measurement tools. Courses include asset liability, equity valuation and income determination.

Economics
Addresses the ways that economic conditions impact organizations, as well as the opportunities and risks that result; includes consideration of the impact of legislation on the economy.

Entrepreneurship
This multi-disciplinary concentration focuses on building skills to identify and evaluate opportunities, acquire capital and other resources, and start and grow a new venture. Includes engaging in corporate entrepreneurship (developing radically new products/services for an existing business) and joining an already established new venture.

Financial Management
The broadest of the concentrations in finance, this concentration examines financial theories, risk management, capital budgeting, credit management and related areas. Elective courses in several specialized areas are also available.

International Business
This multi-disciplinary concentration focuses on international economics, finance, marketing and business management.

Investment Management
Provides coursework and tools to evaluate macro- and microeconomic trends and analyze risk and return characteristics for investments. Portfolio management and revision are also emphasized. Specialized courses in financial markets and derivatives are part of the concentration.

Management Information Systems
Bridges the gap between technical aspects of information systems and management uses; applications covered include knowledge bases, databases, decision-support systems and networking tools.

Marketing
Emphasizes marketing skills in the context of planning, strategy, research and management. This concentration is designed to meet the needs of individuals pursuing careers in marketing in both profit and not-for-profit organizations.

Organization Management
Focuses on recruiting, hiring, managing and leading individuals, teams, and even entire organizations; covers training, compensation, pension plans and affirmative action. Specialized courses include knowledge management, corporate venturing and managing project teams.

Production and Operations Management
Focuses on the planning, control and deployment required to produce goods and services. This concentration has a focus on supply chain management.