Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The Reinhardt MBA program develops in each graduate the skills necessary to analyze and interpret complex business situations, to seek and employ innovative methods for solving business problems, and to lead diverse groups of individuals effectively and ethically. Furthermore, the Reinhardt MBA teaches students to recognize strategic and operational advantages and to use analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for effective strategic and tactical decision-making. Reinhardt MBA students learn to utilize interpersonal skills to foster team consensus, leadership, business ethics, and individual as well as social responsibility.

Program Coordinator

Tony Daniel, Ph.D.,
SHRM-SCP
Professor of Business
770-720-5638
add@reinhardt.edu

Accreditation

Reinhardt University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters. Questions about the accreditation of Reinhardt University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling(404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Mission

Reinhardt University's overall educational program emphasizes the study of liberal arts, sciences and professional studies within the University's historic commitment to the United Methodist faith and tradition. The University affirms that learning is best facilitated through a partnership between faculty members and students where the integration of faith and learning is essential. The University is committed to students who desire a small, caring community dedicated to personalized attention.

The MBA program shares the same commitments of the University's overall mission, but with a focus on the graduate student community. The MBA program challenges students academically and “puts them in the chair” of the decision maker in actual business situations. This is done by personal interaction and case study assignments with other students and with a unique faculty that is academically qualified and seasoned with of business experience.

MBA Student Learning Outcomes

MBA students demonstrate the following qualities, abilities, and skills upon completion of the program:

M1 Critical Thinking, Analytical and Problem- Solving Skills - analyze business situations using information and logic to make recommendations for problem solving and decision making.

M2 Interpersonal, Teamwork, Leadership, and Communications Skills - use team building and collaborative behaviors in the accomplishment of group tasks and will communicate effectively the problem alternatives considered, a recommended solution, and an implementation strategy in oral, written and electronic form.

M3 Ethical Issues and Responsibilities - recognize and analyze ethical dilemmas and propose resolutions for practical business solutions.

M4 Business Skills and Knowledge - apply best practices, established theories, and managerial skills to business situations and problems.

M5 Awareness of Global and Multicultural Issues - demonstrate awareness of, and analyze, global and multicultural issues as they relate to business.

M6 Knowledge of Research Methodologies - derive business decision-making applications based upon sound research practices and procedures.

Admission Requirements

All admission documents should be sent to the following address:

Office of Admissions
Reinhardt University
7300 Reinhardt Circle
Waleska, GA 30183
PHONE: 770-720-5526
e-mail: admissions@reinhardt.edu

General admission to Reinhardt University graduate studies:

The Graduate Admission Application form—complete and submit the Online Application for Admission
Submit official transcripts from all institutions attended; proof of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution should be on one transcript. If a transcript includes any graduate classes, the applicant should have left the graduate program in good standing.

Official transcripts must be mailed from the granting institution, or delivered in a sealed envelope from the institution, or sent via a professional electronic transcript sending service.

Additional admission requirements for the Reinhardt MBA:

A professional résumé.
A 300-word essay on how an online MBA fits with the applicant’s career goals
Three letters of reference addressing the applicant’s ability to carry out graduate course work, with one letter addressing the applicant’s two (2) years of full-time, post- baccalaureate career experience.

And, either

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 GPA (alternate discretion criteria: a greater than 3.0 GPA in the last 60 credits)
or
An online interview with the MBA Program Coordinator or his/her designee may be required.

Note: If the applicant’s undergraduate degree is not in Business, then, the candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited university with at least a 2.75 GPA.

Admission for Current Reinhardt University Undergraduate Students

Applicants who complete an a bachelor’s degree at Reinhardt University with a 3.0 GPA or higher-

Submit the graduate school application
Students in this category can automatically be accepted without references, interviews, and/or essays by the admissions department

Applicants who complete a bachelor’s degree at Reinhardt University with less than a 3.0 GPA-

Submit graduate application
Students in this category can be accepted without references, interviews, and/or essays but must be approved by the program coordinator
Other documents may be required at the discretion of the program coordinator

Transfer Credit

No transfer courses are accepted for credit.

Credit hour policy (Online)

Over seven (7) weeks, students will spend a variable number of minutes per week in online lectures, class discussions, and in preparation of class projects and research papers. Instructional time includes a 3-hour final exam. Out-of-class work includes homework and preparation for exams and quizzes and is a variable number of minutes per week (6750 minutes for the semester).

Attendance

Graduate Students are expected to participate each week in required assignments as scheduled by the instructor. This may require collaboration among classmates and outside research.

Academic Performance

MBA students are expected to earn grades of “A” or “B” in their course work. Only one (1) course grade of “C” may be included in the computation for degree completion. A second course grade of “C” will result in Academic Probation. The course must be retaken to count toward degree completion. A third course grade of “C” or a first course grade of “F” will result in Academic Dismissal.

A student may appeal a dismissal by submitting a letter to the vice President for Academic Affairs describing the condition and identifying the reasons for seeking a positive decision of the appeal.

See also Grade Appeals and Enrollment Related Appeals under Appeals and Petitions.

Graduation Requirements:

A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, and
No more than (1) one “C” in the program, counted toward degree completion, regardless of the GPA.
A maximum of 5 years for completion

See Academic Performance and Degree Completion Requirements.

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

BUS 629: GENERATIVE AI FOR MANAGERS

Credits 3

Generative AI (GenAI) is ushering in a new age of productivity in business. Managers who ineffectively adopt it risk being outpaced by forward-thinking
competitors. This course equips students to drive impact in any industry using GenAI tools. You’ll learn to engineer effective prompts, integrate AI into workflows, and develop innovative GenAI solutions, as well as explore ethical considerations and future trends. Learn more at rize.pub/AIMBA-I.

BUS 631: BUSINESS USE CASES FOR AI MODELS

Credits 3

BUS 632: AI GOVERNANCE & ETHICS

Credits 3

Alongside powerful data-driven solutions, AI opens a Pandora's box of ethical issues: data privacy, bias, transparency, and balancing automation with human oversight. AI governance may be the biggest ethical issue of our time, something essential for any manager to understand before implementing this new technology. Students will develop AI policies for ethics and compliance, mitigate AI-related risks, and communicate governance standards to stakeholders. Learn more at rize.pub/AIMBA-III.

BUS 646: STORYTELLING WITH DATA

Credits 3

Storytelling is one of the oldest and most powerful tools for action, and this course empowers MBA students to transform raw data into compelling narratives that drive business decisions. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create data queries and visualizations, integrate data into business planning, and effectively communicate your findings, helping organizations turn data into a strategic tool for competition and innovation. Learn more at rize.pub/BZMBA-I.

BUS 647: SPREADSHEET MODELING FOR DECISION MAKING

Credits 3

Spreadsheet tools are the most universal and easily accessible program for most people to use and interpret data—and a vital skill for any analyst to know. In this course, students will learn data cleaning, financial modeling, optimization, and data visualization using PivotTables and PivotCharts, enabling students to analyze complex datasets, create forecasts, and effectively communicate insights to support data-driven decision-making in business contexts. Learn more at rize.pub/BZMBA-II.

BUS 648: PYTHON FOR BUSINESS ANALYTICS

Credits 3

Managers who hope to stay competitive in business analytics need to be able to scale their analytics-- and Python provides that solution. This course covers Python's significance in business analytics, setting up the Python environment, and learning basic syntax. You'll leverage three of Python's essential libraries-- NumPy for numerical data, Pandas for data manipulation, and Matplotlib for data visualization-- to use data to solve complex business problems. Learn more at rize.pub/BZMBA-III.

BUS 649: INFORMATION GOVERNANCE, RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE

Credits 3

Companies storing information are responsible for keeping it safe—and face consequences if they don’t. Who's at fault after an attack and who must be informed? This course covers corporate governance principles, risk identification methods, business regulations, accountability, and audits. In a data-driven world, business leaders must handle data responsibly, and by the end of this course, you'll learn how to manage the growing legal obligations around cybersecurity. Learn more at rize.pub/CYMBA-I.

BUS 651: NETWORK ARCHITECTURES FOR CYBER MANAGERS

Credits 3

In order to ensure a house is safe, we need to know how it’s built. It’s the same for cybersecurity: to ensure systems are secure, we need to understand their design and the unique security challenges of different network architectures and data storage solutions. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to critique security for various network designs, including IT and OT systems, cloud environments, data storage, and IoT networks, in terms of cyber risk. Learn more at rize.pub/CYMBAII.

BUS 652: CYBER RISK MANAGEMENT AND STRATEGY

Credits 3

Cyberattacks today are inevitable—but the extent of the damage may rely on how much you, as the manager, are prepared. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to create risk management strategies before, during, and after cyberattacks, developing incident response plans, understanding frameworks like NIST and MITRE ATT&CK, identifying proactive and reactive protection techniques, and debriefing with 'hotwashes.' Learn more at rize.pub/CYMBA-III.

BUS 656: MANAGERIAL FINANCE

Credits 3

All businesses need to take risks, but managerial finance experts do so without risking it all. This course focuses on present value analysis, capital markets and budgeting, and corporate capital structure. You’ll learn to assess company value, understand debt vs. equity financing, and forecast financial performance while gaining skills in budget management and decision-making that allow you to drive value creation in every aspect of the corporate world. Learn more at rize.pub/FIMBA-I.

BUS 657: CAPITAL MARKETS AND INVESTING

Credits 3

Investing involves risk—but this course teaches you how to manage that risk and make the right decisions to build and protect your wealth. What portfolio decisions are safer? How can companies thrive by balancing debt and equity? How can options mitigate risk? By the end, you'll have the financial acumen to make informed investment decisions, optimize portfolio performance, and master strategies for risk management, capital allocation, and sustainable financial growth. Learn more at rize.pub/FIMBA-II.

BUS 658: FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ANALYSIS AND VALUATION

Credits 3

Financial statements are a gold mine that, when analyzed correctly, can reveal a company's financial health and potential for future profitability. And valuing a company is a critical skill in finance that both influences investment decisions and drives financial success. Through financial statement analysis, financial ratio analysis, risk assessment, pro forma financial statements, and advanced valuation techniques like DCF and comparable company analysis, students will gain the quantitative expertise to make informed investment decisions. Learn more at rize.pub/FIMBA-III.

BUS 669: STRUCTURE AND ECONOMICS OF THE US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

Credits 3

Healthcare systems are complicated structures beholden economically and legally to many different stakeholders and policies. When those factors change, they have consequences. Aspiring managers must be able to make informed decisions about what to do in the face of change. By the end of this course, aspiring healthcare system managers will be prepared to analyze the economic impact of policy changes on their institutions and tackle challenges such as hospital mergers, new payment models, regulated drug prices, and Medicaid insurance bids. Learn more at rize.pub/HAMBA-I.

BUS 671: MANAGEMENT OF HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

Credits 3

Should a hospital focus on pediatrics or heart surgery? How can clinics build and retain a strong workforce? What is the best strategy for negotiating with insurance companies? This course focuses on the management principles and practices that create successful healthcare organizations. Students will learn to navigate key management challenges, apply strategic analysis frameworks, and manage healthcare workforce and IT systems—all with an emphasis on ethical leadership, collaboration, and quality assurance. Learn more at rize.pub/HAMBA-II.

BUS 672: DATA ANALYSIS FOR HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

Credits 3

Healthcare managers that can leverage data analysis make more informed decisions that lead to better outcomes. Data in a healthcare context brings solutions, but also unique challenges that managers must navigate to harness its potential. In this course, students will explore effective management and integration of data-driven decisions in healthcare. By the end, students will be able to strategize and communicate data insights to drive ethical impact in healthcare systems. Learn more at rize.pub/HAMBA-III.