Business Administration (MBA)

Another Degree of Success
Business Administration (MBA)

Business Administration (MBA)

Kori Comeaux is a finance alum from the ��Ƶ.

“My long-term career goal was to become a financial advisor, so I’m thrilled that I was able to accept that position at 25 years old.”

Kori Comeaux landed her dream job four years after graduating

The MBA program at UL Lafayette serves students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds. Whether you want to progress in your current position or change careers, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in managerial and leadership positions in business and society.

Your MBA, Your Way

Earn your MBA degree in a traditional semester-by-semester format, or complete your degree in accelerated 8-week courses that are 100% online
Customize your curriculum by choosing one of nine concentrations that fit your personal ambitions and interests. We also offer an MBA Health Care Administration degree.

Our flexible program supports the needs of working professionals, and approximately 86% of our students continue to work while earning their degree. As you complete your curriculum, you can put into practice what you learn each semester, integrating ethical considerations, international dimensions, technological applications, and involvement with the business community to your current work.

The online MBA is offered with flat-rate tuition. Learn more about tuition and costs for the 100% online format →

Accolades

Named among the “Best Business Schools” by the Princeton Review
One of the top 68 MBA programs in North America, according to CEO Magazine
Ranked among the country's best programs in the U.S. News & World Report's 2023 edition of "Best Graduate Schools"

Related Programs

MBA in Health Care Administration

Master of Science in Accounting

Post-MBA Certificate in Health Care Administration

Learn About MBA Online

Business Administration at UL Lafayette

A professor helping a student in the ��Ƶ Maraist Financial Services Lab.

State-of-the-Art Financial Lab

Get hands-on experience managing investment portfolios in the Maraist Financial Services Lab. We have the same technology as the world’s leading banks, corporations, and government agencies. You’ll learn portfolio management, financial strategy and markets, trading, modeling, and business performance analysis — and make investment recommendations for a $100,000 portfolio for the UL Lafayette Foundation.

Internships

Business majors earn credits toward their degree through the Moody College of Business Administration Internship Program. Connect with companies and firms to get on-the-job experience in your field before you graduate.

Community Collaboration

Gain knowledge and experience while addressing current challenges through community-oriented projects. You'll connect with peers and network with professionals in the community -- and find solutions to real-world problems.

Study Abroad

Learn first-hand about international business practices through our to-day study abroad program in Costa Rica.

Application Information

Application Deadlines

On-Campus MBA Application Deadlines

Fall: June 30 (Domestic)
May 15 (International)

Spring: November 30 (Domestic)
October 1 (International)

Summer: April 30

See upcoming deadlines for the 100% online MBA.

Funding

Assistantship opportunities can help you pay for your degree while earning valuable experience for your career. Assistantships are awarded competitively to full-time, on-campus MBA students.

Learn more about funding opportunities and how to apply >>

UL graduate student at commencement ceremony

Assistantship Application Deadlines

Fall: March 1

Spring: November 1

Contact

For more information about the program and funding availability, please contact:

P. Robert Viguerie, Graduate Coordinator
Phone: 337-482-5882
Moody Hall 328
Email: MBADirector@louisiana.edu

Business Administration According to Students and Faculty

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Master of Business Administration

“I love that the faculty members are always willing to help in any way they can whether it has to do with school, work, or personal matters. The faculty has created such a strong support system for their students.”

Jessica Marvin, MBA Student

Master of Business Administration

“Staff, faculty, advisors, and students are constantly pushing me through my journey and are a constant source of support. I love the connections I have made and all of the opportunities that have been presented to be thus far. Working in the Dean's Office has allowed me to gain so much knowledge about the University, faculty, staff, the MBA program, and real-world job experiences and events that I could not get anywhere else. The MBA program is another puzzle piece in my educational puzzle, setting me up for future pieces I will gain once I graduate. I <3 the MBA program!”

Alexandra Dufour, MBA Alum

Careers in Business Administration

Alumni Spotlight: Melanie Donahue

“It’s amazing how much I am applying what I am learning every day, not only in my office, but also on the nonprofit boards that I serve on. I was able to jump right into conversations and be on the strategic planning committee on one board because of what I learned."

MBA '19

Special Counsel at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith

Career Opportunities

Senior Manager
Business Owner
General Manager
Director of Operations
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operations Office

Program Requirements

All graduate applicants must provide official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended.

Depending on your overall undergraduate GPA and work experience, the MBA Graduate Coordinator may determine that the GMAT, resume, and/or letters of reference are not required as part of your application. The GMAT may also be waived for applicants with a terminal graduate or professional degree and/or for those with extensive professional experience applying to pursue the Executive MBA

Applicants with a 3.0 (or higher) overall GPA or 3.0 (or higher) GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework must provide:
- Official transcripts

Note: The GMAT is waived for applicants with a 3.0 GPA

Applicants with a 2.75–2.99 overall GPA with 3+ years of relevant* work experience must provide:
- Official transcripts
- A resume

Note: The GMAT is waived for applicants with a 2.75 – 2.99 overall GPA and 3+ years of relevant* work experience

Applicants with a 2.75–2.99 overall GPA with less than 3 years of relevant* work experience must provide:
- Official transcripts
- Official GMAT scores **
- Resume
- 3 letters of reference
Applicants with a 2.74 overall GPA or lower must provide:
- Official transcripts
- Official GMAT scores **
- Resume
- 3 letters of reference

Note: The undergraduate overall GPA is calculated with consideration of all courses attempted. If a course was repeated, both grades are included in our GPA calculations. We do not use an adjusted GPA.

*Relevant work experience is defined as including but not limited to career progression and/or, managerial experience, and/or supervisory experience, and/or management of the budget and other organizational resources.

**Waiver of the GMAT for applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA below a 2.75 with at least 5 years of relevant work may be considered for a GMAT waiver on a case-by-case basis. Relevant work experience will be evaluated by the MBA Graduate Coordinator based on the demonstration of extensive and/or significant managerial, supervisory, or executive work experience. The GMAT, resume, and/or letters of reference may also be waived for applicants with a graduate grade-point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on all previously earned graduate degrees.

Requirements for the MBA degree consist of 33 semester hours. These degree requirements may increase up to 15 additional semester hours (foundation courses) depending upon the undergraduate business courses previously completed. There is no thesis requirement.

Because courses in the 100% online MBA will only be available online, this delivery of the program may not be available to all applicants. The ��Ƶ and its online programs must be in compliance in every state where a student is located. (Visit the Online Programs website to learn more.) International students also may not be eligible. According to U.S. immigration regulations, F-1 students cannot pursue online degrees; international students in other visa categories (i.e., H-4, L2) are exempt from this restriction.

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