Nursing and Business Administration (Double Degree)

The broad curriculum covered in the Dual Master of Business Administration/Master of Public Health (MBA/MPH) online degree program exposes you to the business, analytical and strategic planning skills in a traditional MBA. It also provides an in depth study of important public health issues facing our global community and gives you the tools necessary to make an impact. Graduates will earn two full master's degrees in a streamlined program that can be completed in less time than it would take to finish each individually.

In this program you will gain an in-depth understanding of management, finance, accounting, marketing, strategic planning, international business and entrepreneurship. These skills are directly applicable to a variety of roles in the public health environment, such as managing a community health agency or working in a corporate wellness department. More than just a management degree in health care administration, the dual MBA/MPH will give you a comprehensive understanding of best business practices that should form the foundation of any well-run health care organization whether for profit or not-for-profit.

Your dual MBA/MPH online degree can help you distinguish yourself in a crowded field of professionals. You will be prepared to face the complex challenges of health care from a business perspective and provide effective solutions that can improve the health of individuals and entire communities.

Why Choose Benedictine Online?

• By earning your Dual MBA/MPH online at Benedictine, you will receive all the benefits that Benedictine offers with its rich history spanning more than 127 years of academic excellence
• Complete your coursework according to your own schedule with our online, interactive format
• Earn the same respected credential as students in the traditional, on-campus program
• Get help from your personal full-time advisor when you need it

Online Master of Business Administration Core Courses

• MBA 520 Leadership and Ethics in a Global Environment
• MBA 541 Analytical Tools for Business Leaders
• MBA 510 Economics
• MBA 500 Financial Accounting
• MBA 539 International Business
• MBA 601 Managerial Accounting
• MBA 611 Managerial Economics
• MBA 651 Financial Management
• MBA 661 Marketing Management
• MBA 630 Operations Management
• MBA 683 Project Management
• MBA 671 Strategic Management
• MGMT 581 Team Building

Online Master of Public Health Program Core Courses

• MPH 602 Public Health System
• MPH 601 Behavioral and Social Aspects of Public Health
• MPH 610 Health Policy
• MPH 604 Epidemiology
• MPH 605 Environmental Health
• MPH 606 Methods of Research in Public Health
• MPH 609 Cultural Context of Health
• MPH 611 Public Health Biology
• MPH 607 Community Health Analysis
• MPH 662 Management of Health Services Organizations
• MPH 690 Internship

Start Dates

• 1/5/2015
• 3/2/2015
• 4/27/2015
• 6/22/2015
• 8/24/2015
• 10/19/2015

Why Benedictine Online?

• No VISA Requirements: Benedictine offers online programs allowing you to earn a United States education in the comfort of your home.

• Respected: Our online students earn the same respected credential as students who attend on campus.

• Recognized: Named the Fastest Growing University in the United States by The Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked among America’s Top Colleges by Forbes Magazine.

• Affordable: Benedictine University Online offers affordable tuition and scholarship opportunities.

• Small Class Size: Benedictine University's online programs offer small class sizes and the personal attention expected of a top-tier, private university.

• Convenience: Access your coursework anywhere via convenient, online courses supported by outstanding 24x7 technical support.

• Highly Interactive: Interact fully with your professors and other students in our unique virtual-classroom setting.

• Global Networking: We have students and graduates from all 50 states and over 17 countries.

• Accredited: Benedictine University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the Master of Public Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.

International students must complete evaluation by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or Educational Perspectives on degree bearing transcripts to assess prior learning in other countries as it compares to U.S. education. Must hold Bachelor’s level degree equivalent to a 4-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree programAll international students must demonstrate they have met the English proficiency requirements for the degree program to which they are applying. Students applying to graduate programs must meet one of the following requirements: TOEFL Paper Based Test: 550TOEFL Internet Based Test: 78IELTS Exam: 6.0 English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 78

Benedictine University is proud to announce the Student Success Award, an honor that recognizes the hard work and commitment of adult learners. New students starting in select online degree programs are eligible for a tuition award from $4,000 to $10,000 for a limited time.

The Student Success Award is designed to reward hard working students for their commitment to advanced learning. Offering the award near the end of the program emphasizes our goal of supporting each student along the journey from admission to graduation.

Program Eligibility and Award Amount

New students starting class in one of the following programs are eligible for the listed award amount during our current entry period.

Award Amount: $10,000

• Online Master of Public Health
• Online Dual MPH/MBA

Award Amount: $4,000

• Online Master of Business Administration

How It Works

All new students starting classes this period are eligible. Students may submit their application for the award after completing the designated number of credits within the award terms and conditions. To qualify for the award, students must be in good standing (defined as a GPA of 3.0 or higher) and on track to completing the degree within three years.*

The Student Success Award is our way of showing our students we believe in them and the difference they can make through their new knowledge and skills. It’s time for you to start making a difference.

Accreditation

Benedictine University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the Master of Science in Nursing program holds accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).