Professional MBA: Overview

The McColl School of Business seeks persons of extraordinary energy and ability who, because of their intellect and character, will attain positions of leadership and high responsibility in the world of commerce and practical affairs. Through a variety of programs, the McColl School of Business will help these individuals prepare to deal effectively with their future success by sharpening their judgment and heightening their awareness of management realities.

To achieve these goals, the McColl School of Business creates a stimulating learning climate through talented program participants and well-qualified, skilled faculty. The school enthusiastically encourages course development and other scholarly activities among the faculty. The school seeks to foster a collaborative atmosphere between students, faculty, staff and the business community, and provides program participants with the following benefits:

Important Contacts
In today's business environment, it’s what you know and who you know. That is why the contacts students make at the McColl School of Business are so invaluable for career advancement.

Fellow Students
With the caliber of students who attend the McColl School of Business, every classmate becomes a valuable source of ideas and perspectives. In fact, some of your best business contacts may turn out to be your classmates.

Teaching Skills
Our professors focus on teaching and research. That means they are dedicated to advancing your career, not theirs. Witness the dynamics of a class discussion -- the lively debate, the challenging questions, the unique insights -- and you'll understand why students prefer our interactive approach to teaching.

Distinguished Speakers
An integral part of the mission of the McColl School is to connect students to preeminent local and national business leaders.

Accreditation

Queens University of Charlotte is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters degrees.  Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Queens University of Charlotte.

The business programs of Queens University of Charlotte are accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Leadership Development

The PMBA program has a strong commitment and unique approach to leadership development.  This approach includes access to national and community leaders through the Leaders In Action Lecture Series and our Executives In Residence program.  Students also explore their leadership philosophy through individualized professional coaching and a community leadership assignment.  To view more information about the Leadership Development Course, click here.

Accessible, Qualified Faculty

Most faculty have significant business experience with having served in top management positions in the corporate world.  The faculty is encouraged to be involved in relevant consulting to stay current with business issues.  An important consideration for our students is that our faculty is readily available and accessible outside the classroom as well.  They welcome this contact with students and expect students to take advantage of the same.  To view more information about the faculty, click here.

Intimate Learning Environment

Class size typically ranges from 12 to 25 students per class.  Classes are highly interactive with appropriate combinations of presentations, discussions, case studies, and group/individual projects.  Prospective students are encouraged to experience this environment first-hand by visiting a class.  For more information about visiting a class, please contact the MBA Admissions Office.

We Invite you to Learn More!

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To view more information about admissions requirements, click here.

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