MBA Primer Certificate Program
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Current course offering dates and locations
MBA Primer Certificate Program has the current day(s) and time(s) available for convenient program registration:
- 8/27/2013 - 12/10/2013, O'Hare
- 8/29/2013 - 12/12/2013, Loop
- 2/4/2014 - 5/13/2014, Naperville
- 2/6/2014 - 5/15/2014, Loop
Information regarding the listed course section(s), as well as registration for a course, is available at the bottom of this course page.
Program Information Contact
Eilish McDonagh-Hermer is the program contact for this course. Eilish can be reached at any of the following:- E-mail: emcdonag@depaul.edu
- Telephone: (312) 362-5295
- Fax: (312) 362-8764
Introduction
The MBA Primer presents a broad-based overview of the key concepts, tools and techniques covered in traditional MBA programs.
This 15-week "mini-MBA" program is designed to enhance your understanding of functional business concepts, providing you with practical tools to increase the capacity of your decision-making and your organization’s overall efficiency. Our coursework includes a managerial skills assessment, incorporating work scenarios and role-playing exercises to test your skill development.
Fundamental areas of business are taught such as, accounting, human resources and marketing, giving you a solid understanding of each subject, how they function and contribute to your company.
The MBA Primer is taught by a combination of experienced industry practitioners and faculty from the prestigious Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, integrating real-world pragmatism with DePaul’s academic excellence.
MBA Primer Information Sessions
Attend an information session to learn more about the MBA Primer certificate programs. Upcoming dates and additional information can be found here.
Student Testimonials
"After studying liberal arts as an undergraduate, then spending several years in the business world, I understood that in order to advance my career I needed to further my education in the field of business. However, I was hesitant to jump directly into an MBA program because I had never actually studied business. The DePaul MBA Primer course offered a unique opportunity to experience the wide range of topics covered in an MBA program and to meet many of the professors that teach various MBA courses. Each professor had a unique style, and each class covered the core concepts in the subject of the professor's area of expertise. At the conclusion of the course, I felt that I had learned quite a bit about business, and I was confident in my decision that an MBA program was right for me. In fact, I was so inspired by my experience with DePaul CPE that I applied to the DePaul MBA program immediately thereafter."
-Michael R. Kaplan
Who Should Attend
- Experienced professionals looking for a better understanding of the latest business theories and practices
- Mid-level managers wanting to update and expand their business skills
- Managers or professionals wanting to "test the water" before enrolling in a traditional MBA or other graduate business program
A bachelor's degree in any field is required for admission in DePaul's MBA Primer.
Sessions
The MBA Primer focuses on key subject areas that are relevant in business today. Sessions are selected from the following functional areas:
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the prerequisites?
Participants are required to have a Bachelor's degree in any field. Instruction for the course is at the graduate level.
Participants are required to have a Bachelor's degree in any field. Instruction for the course is at the graduate level.
Will I receive credit towards an MBA upon completion of the MBA Primer?
A credit waiver equivalent to one MBA elective course is available if you complete the MBA Primer, earn 'B' or better on the institute test and are accepted into DePaul's Kellstadt MBA program.
A credit waiver equivalent to one MBA elective course is available if you complete the MBA Primer, earn 'B' or better on the institute test and are accepted into DePaul's Kellstadt MBA program.
Does this program qualify for financial assistance through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA)?
Yes. As a certified program under the ILLINOIS workNet initiative, this program has been approved for workforce training grants. Funding may be available for those receiving unemployment benefits. Please contact us for more information.
Yes. As a certified program under the ILLINOIS workNet initiative, this program has been approved for workforce training grants. Funding may be available for those receiving unemployment benefits. Please contact us for more information.
My company would like to offer this program to our employees. Can this program be customized in order to train our staff?
Yes. This program can be customized and conducted either on-site or on our campus to meet the needs of your organization. For more information, visit our Corporate Training page.
Yes. This program can be customized and conducted either on-site or on our campus to meet the needs of your organization. For more information, visit our Corporate Training page.
Registration
Online registration is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - just add the course you are interested in to your shopping cart.
Alternatively you can register by phone, fax or mail. An Adobe Acrobat PDF is provided for your convenience.
Online Registration Information
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For more information contact:
Eilish McDonagh-Hermer
- E-mail: emcdonag@depaul.edu
- Telephone: (312) 362-5295
- Fax: (312) 362-8764