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Mason MBA

Inspirational. Confidence-building. Transformational. These are the words students use to describe their experiences at Mason while pursuing their MBA.

The Mason MBA program staff and faculty have a singular focus—our students. From helping prospective students through the admissions process to planning celebratory graduation events, our staff and faculty work together to provide meaningful student experiences. Our distinguished faculty offer relevant courses providing not only theoretical knowledge but also practical skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Our well-connected career services team offers programming to expose students to a

variety of career opportunities including networking events, professional panels, access to our vast alumni network, and one-on-one guidance to impress prospective employers.

A hallmark of our program is the global residency course. This course exposes students to elements of international business including political, cultural, and economic forces through an immersive global experience. Students often describe this course as “life-changing” and the most memorable aspect of their MBA program.

Finally, the Mason MBA student community is strong. Because of the cohort structure our students form close-knit groups through shared classroom experiences (and the occasional happy hour!). They create lasting bonds through a variety of extracurricular events such as the student-led New York residency, entrepreneurship competitions, talks by business leaders, and more. Some have even visited Warren Buffett!

We invite you to learn more about what the Mason MBA can do for you and how you can join our community of leaders!

Message from the Director

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paige Wolfdirector, Graduate programs

ROI. MD and DC residents pay Virginia tution rates and affordable tuition rates extend to all out-of-state students. More

than 80% of the class of 2014 were employed at the time of graduation and 68% received a raise.

Convenience. Courses are offered in the evenings on our Fairfax and Arlington campuses, both of which are accessible

from the Orange line metro.

Accelerated. Complete our MBA progam in as few as 23 months, but apply what you learn in the classroom the very

next day on the job.

Global. All Mason MBA students participate in a global residency. While venues change with the world economy, past

residencies include Chile, China, Central Europe, Western Europe, and the Philippines.

Reputation. A top-100 ranked MBA program (U.S. News & World Report), the Mason MBA gives you access to a network of more than 27,000 business alumni and is deeply integrated in the regional, national, and global business communities.

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George Mason University school of business..........................................4About Usprestigecontact information

Mason MbA...................................................................................................8curriculumcore courseselectivesGlobal residency

career services..........................................................................................12career placement datacareer programs

student life................................................................................................14cohort ModelMbA student AssociationAmbassador opportunities

innovation and entrepreneurship............................................................16center for innovation and entrepreneurshipMason innovation labdean’s business plan competition

international students...............................................................................18

finance Your education.............................................................................19

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About Us

Dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, the Mason School of Business educates future business leaders through world-class innovative academic programs and strategic business partnerships.

Ranked in 2014 among the top 100 undergraduate business school programs and part-time MBA programs by U.S. News & World Report, the School of Business is accredited in both business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International.

The School of Business is fully engaged with the regional business community, graduating highly qualified business students, producing research that informs business policy and operations, and providing venues for the region’s business leaders to work with our students in the classroom and to learn from each other. Business leaders and organizations are actively engaged through executive education programs, speaker engagements, classroom lectures, case competitions, internships, and career placement.

FacultyOur faculty is deeply engaged in the regional, national, and international business communities and their academic expertise combined with real-world experience provides a bridge in the classroom from academic theory to business practice. Faculty members have provided expert testimony before nearly every federal agency and have served as consultants to organizations such as NASDAQ, the FDIC, and the Department of Defense.

Our faculty brings relevant research and new insights into the classroom. Many of our instructors have achieved international renown because of their ground-breaking work in areas such as executive compensation, effects of insider trading on stock and e-commerce, and internal work groups and teams.

“Nothing makes me happier than when my students challenge me and we can engage in a thoughtful debate. Their passion and commitment to diagnosing a problem enhances the learning process.”

Kevin Rockmann, PhDAssociate Dean of Students and Associate Professor of Management

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“I’ve been able to take the things that I was learning in class and apply them on the job, the next day in some cases.”

J.J. Campbell MBA ’10Vice PresidentBlake Real Estate

AlumniWhen you choose George Mason University, you are not only choosing a top business school, you are choosing the vast opportunities open to Mason graduates through our large (27,000 members and counting) business alumni network. This is a rich source for professional contacts as you progress in your career.

Our national alumni network includes headquarters in Richmond, New York, and San Francisco, and our distinguished alumni span the globe (some of which you may meet on your global residency). They represent a large variety of professional fields including finance, accounting, real estate, national defense, consulting, and technology, to name a few.

The Mason MBA gives you access to an extensive network of high-level business leaders and policy-makers. This network opens doors with corporate partners who participate in networking events, leadership training, and professional development programs. These partnerships also provide you an opportunity to interact with corporate leaders on key business issues.

As a Mason alumnus, you will graduate with a deep network of professional contacts as well as retain access to our Career Services staff. This is a wealth of career support available to you throughout your career.

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Prestige

The School of Business at George Mason University is accredited by AACSB International—the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Organized in 1916, AACSB International is the premier accrediting agency for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs in business administration and accounting. The School of Business is one of only 25 percent of business schools worldwide accredited in both business and accounting by the AACSB International. AACSB International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools, worldwide. Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous

and comprehensive peer review. AACSB International accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in management education.

George Mason University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Accreditation is important to higher education institutions because it permits our students to have access to federally-subsidized financial aid, allows our faculty to compete for federal research grants, and ensures that the courses and degrees our students earn will be recognized by other institutions.

U.S. News & World Report•Mason’s MBA program is #68 on the “Best Part-time MBA” list•Mason’s Online EMBA program is #75 on the “Best Online Graduate Business Program” list•The School of Business is #62 on the list of “Best Undergraduate Business Programs”•George Mason is the nation’s #10 university to watch on the list of “Up-and-Coming Schools”

G.I. Jobs Military Friendly SchoolsGeorge Mason University has consistently been ranked on the G.I. Jobs “Military Friendly Schools List.”

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance MagazineKiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine has listed Mason as one of the “100 Best Values in Public Colleges” for the past eight years.

Princeton ReviewMason was included in The Princeton Review list of “The Best Southeastern Colleges” and ranked 11 for most politically active students.

Academic Ranking of World UniversitiesOf the more than 19,000 universities worldwide, George Mason is ranked in the top 200 in the Academic Rankings of World Universities.

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contact Information

MBA AdmissionsGeorge Mason University (Fairfax campus)Enterprise Hall, Lower Level, Suite 038Mailing Address: 4400 University Drive, MS 5A2Fairfax, VA 22030

Phone: 703-993-2136Email: [email protected]

MBA Program OfficeGeorge Mason University (Fairfax campus)Enterprise Hall, Lower Level, Suite 038Mailing Address:4400 University Drive, MS 5A2Fairfax, VA 22030


Career CenterGeorge Mason University (Fairfax campus)Enterprise Hall, Lower Level, Room 008Mailing Address:4400 University Drive, MS 5A1Fairfax, VA 22030


Student AccountsGeorge Mason University (Fairfax campus)Student Union Building I, Suite 1600Mailing Address:4400 University Drive, MS2E2Fairfax, VA 22030


Financial ServicesGeorge Mason University (Fairfax campus)Student Union Building (SUB) I, First FloorMailing Address:4400 University Drive, MS3B5Fairfax, VA 22030


Health InsuranceGeorge Mason UniversityStudent Health ServicesFairfax campus: SUB 1, Suite 2300Arlington campus: Founders Hall, B102Phone: 703-993-2827 or 703-993-7634Email: [email protected]

International ProgramsOffice of International ProgramsStudent Union Building I, Suite 4300 (Fairfax campus)Mailing Address:4400 University Drive, MSN 4C3Fairfax, VA 22030


Military ServicesOffice of Military ServicesJohnson Center, Room 245 (Fairfax campus)Mailing Address:4400 University Drive, MS 3A4Fairfax, VA 22030



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curriculum

Experiential learning is a staple of the Mason MBA. You have the opportunity to seamlessly connect your studies with the contemporary business environment.

Our MBA faculty members incorporate daily opportunities to connect business theory with reality and advocate real-world learning. High-impact activities outside the traditional classroom setting allow you to integrate theory with practice—to advance your leadership and management abilities.

Inside the classroom, role-playing, simulations, projects, and guest speakers are used to illuminate learning from textbooks, lectures, and discussions. Some professors also use the Harvard case study method in their instruction—which means you study the same cases Harvard business school students encounter in their program, derived from actual business situations.

You use your creativity and problem-solving skills to address the kinds of challenges you experience on the job, no matter which industry or where in the world your career takes you.

Learning Goals•teaming & leading: Our graduates will demonstrate the team leadership and interpersonal skills needed to form, lead, and work effectively on diverse organizational teams.

•Analytical decision Making: Our students will demonstrate the ability to analyze uncertain complex management situations using appropriate tools, techniques and information systems for decision-making.

•Knowledge of functional business disciplines: Our graduates will demonstrate knowledge of all core functional areas of business and an ability to integrate them into a meaningful firm-level perspective.

•communication skills: Our graduates will demonstrate written, oral and presentations skills necessary to explain problems and solutions effectively and persuasively.

•law, ethics, and social responsibility: Our graduates will demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical environment of management and business social responsibility.

“My time in Mason’s MBA program was an intensely demanding and rewarding period. I was surrounded by outstanding faculty and an amazing group of students who were constantly debating ideas, business concepts, and strategies.”

Jonathan Snowling MBA ’11Senior PartnerSR Strategic Communications

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global residency

An integral part of the Mason MBA is our required Global Residency Program. Designed to assist you in leading organizations in the competitive global arena, each component of the program explores the role of management in the complex global economy and examines the risks and opportunities inherent in global commerce. This is underscored by the global residency (MBA 795, Global Business Perspectives), a required three-credit course that includes a weeklong international study tour. Students meet business and government leaders, participate in seminars, meet professors and MBA students from other universities, and visit local and/or multi-national companies.

Sample List of Locations•Argentina•Singapore•Chile•Brazil•China•France•Belgium•South Africa•Philippines•Poland•Malaysia•Germany

“It was one of the most impactful experiences of the Mason MBA program and one of the most meaningful weeks of my life. The trip offered the unique ability to utilize traditional academics within an applied service-based framework. We were able to combine elements of our professional experiences with the MBA curriculum and directly help Filipino entrepreneurs to improve their businesses by teaching the entrepreneurs how to cut their operational costs, manage cash flows correctly, or more efficiently market their products to customers.”

Joe Buchy MBA ’14Program ManagerAMEC Environment & Infrastructure Inc.


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courses

Core CoursesMbA 603 – Managerial economics & decisions of the firmProvides fundamental understanding of applying microeconomics concepts to managerial decision making. Explores principles of microeconomic theory, including market supply and demand, production and cost functions, industry structure, and product and resource pricing.

MbA 612 - Managing costs and evaluating performanceExamines impact of cost and cost allocation on performance and evaluation.

MbA 613 - financial reporting and decision MakingFocuses on economics and analysis of business transactions and related financial reporting issues. Topics include analysis of financial statements, economic events and their impact on financial reports, and impact of accounting methods on financial reports.

MbA 623 - Marketing ManagementDevelops market-based knowledge and skills for effective marketing decision making, strategy design, implementation, and evaluation in a wide variety of institutional and competitive situations.

MbA 633 - statistics for business decision MakingUses statistical methods as analytical tools for understanding and solving business problems and supporting business decision making. Includes descriptive statistics, sampling, inferencing and regression.

MbA 638 - operations ManagementFocuses on design, planning, and control activities to produce and deliver goods and services in modern organizations. Introduces a wide range of operations management decisions, such as operations strategy, process analysis and design, capacity planning, supply chain management, total quality management, and project management.

MbA 643 - Managerial financeIntroduces theory and practice of finance within corporations. Topics include intertemporal choice, valuation, capital budgeting and structure, working capital management, and risk and return analysis.

MbA 653 - organizational behaviorEmphasizes development of conceptual tools for understanding and analyzing individual and group behavior in organizations and organizational processes.

MbA 662 - Management of information technologyThe strategic, economic and managerial aspects of managing an organization’s IT assets are covered. The business value of IT is understood and assessed in context of its impact on the organization’s structure and strategy.

MbA 678 - strategic ManagementCapstone course focusing on strategy development at business unit and corporate level. Provides opportunities to integrate knowledge gained in prior course work.

MbA 795 - Global business perspectivesApplies MBA core courses to global business enterprise through site visits to facilities located outside the United States.

Electives MBA students complete 15 credit hours of electives from their area of interest. Below is a sampling of course topics.

•Turning Ideas into Successful Companies•Real Estate Investment•International Financial Reporting•Fraud Examination•Business Intelligence and Data Mining•Knowledge Management•Negotiations•Leadership•Supply Chain Management•Consumer Behavior•International Finance•International Business Strategy•Project Management•Business Analysis and Valuation•Risk Management and Financial Innovation

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Sample Schedule

Students are requested to select either the Fairfax or Arlington campus for their 33 credits of core courses. When students reach the elective phase, they may take courses on either campus. Classes meet two days per week at the Arlington or Fairfax campus from 6:30 to 10:05 p.m.

Sample ScheduleTerm Course TitleTerm 1 MBA 633 Statistics(Fall) MBA 653 Organizational Behavior

Term 2 MBA 612 Managing Costs MBA 603 Managerial Economics

Term 3 MBA 643 Managerial Finance(Spring) MBA 623 Marketing Management

Term 4 MBA 613 Financial Reporting & Decision Making MBA 662 Management of IT

Term 5 MBA 638 Operations Management(Fall) MBA 7XX Elective

Term 6 MBA 678 Strategic Management MBA 795 Global Residency

Term 7 MBA 7XX Elective(Spring) MBA 7XX Elective

Term 8 MBA 7XX Elective MBA 7XX Elective


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career Placement

AT&T

Boeing

Booz Allen Hamilton

CACI

Cisco Systems

Deloitte

Ernst & Young

Freddie Mac

Grant Thornton

KPMG

Lockheed Martin

MITRE Corporation

Noblis

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Symantec

U.S. Government

Verizon

World Bank

Recent Hiring Organizations

class of 2014 Mason MbA career data

Average Salary:

$78,752High: ........ $160,000Low: ........... $40,000Median: ...... $75,000

Top Industries• Government

• Financial Services

• Non-Profit

• Technology

Top Job Titles• Analyst

• Project Manager

• Senior Consultant

• Vice President

• Director

eMpLoyed At grAduAtion

80%

MASon MbA cAreer reSuLtS

31%

52%

68%

Secured newposition

received new promotion

received raise

The data presented represents the professional plans of2014 George Mason University MBA graduates.

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career Programs & Services

Located in Fairfax and Arlington, Career Services are available to all students and alumni from all of our graduate programs.

Individual Services•Career Action Planning•Résumé / Cover Letter Critiques•Finding a Job / Internship•Mock Interviewing •Salary Negotiation•Networking Strategies•Marketing Your Graduate Degree•Leveraging Social Media•KSA Preparation

Group Programming•“Ask the Professionals” Panel & Networking Series: Network with alumni and employers from a range of predetermined industries

•JobQuest: Networking event for business students and potential employers

•Webinars

Career Fairs•Mason University-wide Career Fair: Open to all Mason undergraduate, graduate students and alumni.

•MBA CareerQuest: Largest graduate career fair in the Mid-Atlantic region!

Additional Resources•HireMason (Jobs, internships, contacts)•Vault Career Insider (Online career research)•CareerShift (Integrated online career management)•InterviewStream (Practice interviewing)•Passport Career (International job hunting resource)•On-Campus Interviewing (Registration required)•Cooperative Education (Career appointment required)

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Student life

Cohort ModelJust as important as who you’re learning from is who you’re learning next to. Students graduating from top MBA programs have long-term success because they leave not only with strong relationships with their classmates, but also with the know-how to establish long-term “win-win” relationships.

The advantages of the cohort style are networking and relationship building among classmates, as well as learning to work with a group of people across multiple subjects for a specified length of time. -AACSB’s getbschooled blog

The cohort design has been shown to be a powerful way to provide continuity and create strong relationships by maintaining a fixed roster throughout your program. That means each group in the program progresses through the core curriculum together and develops meaningful relationships.

More importantly, a cohort environment teaches the

framework for successful business environments by encouraging teamwork and critical thinking.

Cohort formats have been known to:•Improve communication and problem-solving skills•Encourage collaboration and in-depth explorations of ideas to improve learning

•Strengthen an individual’s confidence and thinking processes

•Improve emotional and psychological well-being during stressful times

George Mason is a large university with all the research, facility, technology, and recreation benefits you would expect to find. Yet, our distinctive cohort structure allows you to retain the benefit of small classes, individualized advising and instruction, and a strong sense of community and support.

The combined career experiences of those within your cohort will be distinct—adding even more depth to an already enriching classroom experience. At the elective stage of the program, you join the students from the various MBA cohorts and campuses in elective courses to study topics of common interest.

in step With YoUr peers - leArn More effectivelY bY shArinG the MbA joUrneY

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Student life

MBA Student AssociationThe mission of the George Mason University MBA Student Association (MBASA) is to enhance the experience of George Mason University’s MBA candidates through meaningful social, professional, and educational activities. Our goal is to create an intellectual forum where business topics and ideas can be shared, disseminated, and debated. Participation in the MBASA will provide students with opportunities to network with classmates, colleagues, and local business leaders. We strive to create lasting benefits for MBA candidates through interaction with students, faculty, alumni, business professionals, and business organizations and to create lasting friendships and professional relationships through our programs.

Ambassador OpportunitiesGeorge Mason University School of Business Student Ambassadors represents the School of Business in a professional and positive manner leveraging their talent and knowledge to enhance the research and application process of prospective graduate students.

Our student ambassadors attend graduate preview nights to share their experiences and insight about their academic journey in one of our graduate programs. Ambassadors are an invaluable resource to prospective students answering questions via email, meeting one-on-one with a prospective student, and bringing a prospective student to a class visit.

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Innovation & entrepreneurship

Innovation and entrepreneurship as a field of study crosses many disciplines within George Mason University. As such, the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is designed to be a strong bridge working collaboratively so that the School of Business can provide support to students, faculty, staff, and alumni throughout the university community.

The center focuses on providing experiential learning through academic programs as well as hands-on programs for Mason students interested in innovation, invention, early stage startups, and entrepreneurship.

“If you’re highly entrepreneurial and have real-world experience but you may be lacking the acumen or the confidence to move forward, then the Mason MBA is a great way to get that last piece to be a successful business person.”

David Gwathmey MBA ’06Owner

Grape + Bean

Mason Innovation LabThe Mason Innovation Lab serves as a crucial node in Mason’s innovation eco-system. The lab provides physical space, a community and a process that serves to support and accelerate teams of Mason innovators and entrepreneurs.

While the Lab is managed by the School of Business, its programming is available to innovators and entrepreneurs from all of Mason’s colleges and schools. Teams accepted to the program complete an innovation and entrepreneurship curriculum, receive dedicated space in the lab, work with experts and mentors, and participate in activities designed to move their project forward and towards a strong business model. Participating teams receive small innovation stipends during their time in the Mason Innovation Lab.

Teams accepted to the Mason Innovation Lab benefit from:•Mentor matching with expert faculty from across Mason and domain/industry experts from throughout Northern VA and Washington, D.C.

•Business model and product development curriculum; including sessions with dynamic thinkers and practitioners throughout the Washington, D.C., innovation and entrepreneurship community

•Stipends for team members allowing greater freedom to focus on their projects

•Dedicated workspace for team members in the Mason Innovation Lab

•Regular meetings with their peers and mentors; regular pitch practices

•Public Patriot Demo Day attended by investors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, policy makers, and Mason community members

•Company and onsite visits throughout the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. innovation and entrepreneurship community

•Opportunity to learn from and with other teams in the Lab during regular cohort meetings and day-to-day work on projects

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Dean’s Business Plan CompetitionThis annual business plan competition is open to student teams from across Mason, in any major or discipline. Selected teams present their plans for a new business or venture before a live audience and panel of judges comprised of successful entrepreneurs.

Through the generosity of our donors, the School of Business has established the Mason Student Venture Fund and awards $30,000 in cash and in-kind services to winners of the competition. First Prize is $10,000 cash plus $10,000 worth of in-kind services. Second and third place winners are awarded cash prizes.

“It felt as though we were in a dream and we finally have the opportunity to start our business without worrying about obtaining funds elsewhere.”

Reem Almulla MBA ’142014 Dean’s Business Plan Competition Winner and Founder, TAKALEED



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International Students

“A university of tremendous promise with an internationally diverse population that is a real strength.”

Martin Dunphy MBA ’92Founder and CEOMarlin Financial Group

The Office of International Programs and Services educates, celebrates and serves the Mason community, including international and domestic students, faculty, and exchange visitors, by helping them reach their highest academic and personal goals.

The Office of International Programs and Services (OIPS) have created “iCenter@Mason” for newly admitted international students. It is an online guide where you can find information about I-20/DS-2019, visa, and travel to the US, check-in and orientation. Visit oips.gmu.edu/new-students/ for more information.

OIPS processes document requests in the order they are received. Depending on the time of year and the number of requests, processing time varies, usually 5-10 business days, from the time we receive your request. Simple document requests (travel endorsements, invitation letters) can also be processed when you meet with an advisor during walk-in hours.

Types of documents processed by OIPS:•New and reissued I-20s and DS-2019s•Invitation letters•Travel signatures•Employment paperwork•Program extension letters•Reduced course load

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International Students Finance Your education

The Mason MBA offers highly competitve tuition rates for both Virginia and out-of-state residents. This creates a high value degree that enables you to maximize your return on investment. Because that is what an MBA is, an investment in yourself.

Tuition and fees can be viewed by visiting business.gmu.edu/mba-programs/costs/

ScholarshipsThe Mason MBA Program awards merit-based scholarships to highly-qualified MBA students who demonstrate intellectual promise in the business field through past academic performance, GMAT test scores, and previous relevant experience. Scholarships are awarded during the admissions process and students do not need to submit an additional application. All qualified applicants, including international students, are eligible for consideration. If you are granted a scholarship, award information will be included in the MBA acceptance letter.

For tips and resources on applying for additional scholarships, visit financialaid.gmu.edu/scholarships.

LoansMason’s Office of Financial Aid provides information about the types of loans available to help finance your education. financialaid.gmu.edu/loans

Application for Virginia In-State Rates ProcessApplication and process information can be viewed by visiting admissions.gmu.edu/domicile. The Application for Virginia In-State Tuition Rates, commonly referred to as the domicile application is initially reviewed by the MBA Admissions Team and should be submitted with your admission application. Based upon the information provided by the applicant and parents (if required), the MBA Admissions Team will render one of three decisions:

•The applicant will be classified as in-state for tuition purposes

•The applicant will be required to provide additional documentation

•The applicant will be classified as out-of-state for tuition purposes

Graduate Research and Teaching AssistantshipsEach year the School of Business seeks currently enrolled George Mason University graduate students for graduate research/teaching assistantships in the areas of accounting, finance, information systems and operations management, management, and marketing.

George Mason University Graduate Research and Teaching Assistants must be:

•Admitted to graduate study at Mason. Once admitted, remain in good academic standing with at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) and no recent unsatisfactory grades;

•Enrolled in at least six hours for a full-time assistantship or three hours for a part-time assistantship (exceptions may be considered for students who need fewer than six hours to complete degree and graduate);

•Achieved a score of at least 100 on the Internet-based TOEFL exam, if native language is not English (copy of test results required if hired).

“I had the opportunity to apply the new skills I was learning in a very unique way: by teaching it to others!”

Abigail Isaac MBA ’13Business Development ManagerWoolly Mammoth Theatre Company


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Admissions

The Mason MBA’s highly competitive acceptance rate is based on a number of factors: your fit within the program and potential contribution to a collegial learning environment, relevant work experience, leadership potential, rigor of undergraduate studies, letters of recommendation, and a competitive GMAT or GRE score.

Eligibility Requirements•An earned baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or international equivalent, verified from official transcripts

•Two years of full-time, post-baccalaureate professional employment

Application Requirements•Online application and application fee•A current résumé•Official copies of transcripts from all colleges or

universities attended (can be mailed or sent electronically)•Official electronic transcripts can be sent to

[email protected]•Please mail official transcripts to:

George Mason UniversityMBA Admissions4400 University Drive, MS 5A2Fairfax, VA 22030

•Official GMAT score OR GRE score •Two professional letters of recommendation•Two writing samples answering the following questions

•In no more than 750 words, tell us why you believe this graduate program at George Mason University is the best fit for you? Include information about your personal qualities, academic background, professional experience, and career goals.

•If you could tell us about yourself in 25 words or less, what would you say?

•Additional requirements for international students and applicants who hold undergraduate degrees from outside the United States

We request that you do not submit any documents to the program prior to submitting the online application. Your résumé, recommendations, and two writing samples must be uploaded and submitted with the online application.

No portion of the portfolio is weighted more than another; the admissions committee considers the entire application to ensure that they have a complete profile of a candidate’s professional and academic qualifications.

Early application is advised since enrollment is limited.

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Admissions Admissions

In addition to our standard MBA program application requirements, students who hold undergraduate degrees from outside the United States must submit the following:

•English Proficiency Score (minimum scores: TOEFL = 88, IELTS = 6.5, or Pearson = 59 overall score). We look for these scores to be competitive for admissions. TOEFL=93 and IELTS= 7.0.

•Official transcript evaluation: All transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be translated into English, by an organization certified by www.atanet.org and submitted for evaluation to the graduate school to which the applicant is applying. Once translated, Mason will provide evaluation service free of charge for all international transcripts. Because of volume, more time may be needed to process applications requiring a Mason evaluation of up to an additional 6-8 weeks. For expedited service, students can submit their documents to a recognized U.S. evaluation service at their own expense. A list of recognized evaluation services is available in Mason’s Admissions Office or at www.naces.org.

•Official transcripts and proof of degree conferral

Please do not submit materials prior to submitting an application so your application materials can easily be matched with your application.

Critical Information for International ApplicantsImmigration & Naturalization (INS) rules have been tightened in regard to the use of a student’s name and birth date. Please note the following regarding use of name on documents:

•The first name, middle name (if any), and last name (surname) must match the name that appears on the student’s passport and I-20 document.

•Educational documents submitted for an admission decision must also bear the same name as it appears on the application and passport.

•The INS will not honor student visa (F-1 or J-1) requests when the student’s name and/or birthday vary from what appears on the I-20.

“I visited almost every major school in the Washington, D.C., area when looking for an MBA program and walked away feeling the best about Mason. I think this was due to the way the staff treated me throughout the entire inquiry/application process. I did not feel like just ‘another student,’ but rather, it felt like they actually valued me and what I could bring to the program in terms of my experience and skill set.”

Brock Walker MBA ’14Financial SpecialistUS Department of Treasury

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Choosing the right MBA program will be a critical factor in your long-term career success. The right MBA program will transform you into a strategic leader, capable of managing efficiently in a variety of business areas including finance, accounting, information systems, and marketing.

We invite you to learn more at one of our Graduate Program Preview Nights.

Please visit business.gmu.edu/eventcalendar to view our calendar and register for our next event. Our program staff is happy to speak with you and answer any questions you may have. Connect with an admissions counselor and request to visit a class.

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