Graduate Programs
Most Carey Business School graduate programs are designed for working professionals seeking academic and professional success through flexible format programs. (At this time the Accelerated Master of Science in Real Estate is the only program designed for full-time students.) Our students come from a wide variety of business, nonprofit, governmental, and nongovernmental organizations. Students may choose from a wide range of master's and graduate certificate programs, structured to provide the business skills and knowledge necessary to compete effectively in today's rapidly changing marketplace. The curricula combine practical learning experiences with academic coursework, outstanding academic and practitioner faculty, flexible formats, and cross-scheduling at five convenient locations.The faculty is a blend of Johns Hopkins academic faculty and practitioner faculty composed of corporate, government, and nonprofit experts from the Baltimore-Washington region. Business leaders also serve on advisory boards to keep programs ahead of economic, financial, political, and social changes in the business world.
The broadest degree program-the Master of Business Administration (MBA)-is a cross-disciplinary course of study with concentrations in accounting, competitive intelligence, finance, human resources management, information security management, information technology, international business, management, marketing management, and nonprofit management. For those who wish to pursue a more specialized MBA degree, the Carey Business School offers:
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in Nursing (MBA/MSN)
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Public Health (MBA/MPH)
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in Biotechnology (MBA/MS)
- Master of Business Administration in the Life Sciences
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in Information and Telecommunication Systems (MBA/MSITS)
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Arts in Government
- Master of Business Administration/Master of Arts in Communication
- MBA Fellows
- Weekend MBA
- MBA in Medical Services Management
The Carey Business School also offers an array of specialized master's degree programs:
- Master of Science in Finance (MSF)
- Master of Science in Information and Telecommunication Systems for Business (MSITS)
- Master of Science in Marketing (MSM)
- Master of Science in Organization Development and Strategic Human Resources (MS/ODSHR)
- Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE)
Graduate Admissions
Director of Admissions:
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Recruiting and Admissions Administrator:
Robin Reed, 410-516-4234
Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator:
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careyinfo@jhu.edu.
The Carey Business School welcomes applications from graduates with various academic backgrounds. Students are expected to possess strong communication and computer skills.
Applicants should also demonstrate emotional maturity, ability to deal with adversity in a positive manner, human relations skills, and civility and respect for other people. In order for an application to be considered, an applicant must have:
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university or college.
- An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 (from a 4.0 system).
- Preferably two years of full-time work experience, not including internships or summer employment.
- Demonstrated leadership potential.
- Two letters of professional recommendation.
The MBA program requires submission of an official GMAT or GRE score of 600.
All information provided by the applicant is considered with an expectation of excellence in all areas, including past academic performance, depth and breadth of professional work experience, strong communication skills, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores (required for non-native speakers), GMAT/GRE scores (as required by individual programs), and community involvement.
To demonstrate proficiency, applicants to graduate programs must submit official TOEFL scores if English is not clearly their native language. The minimum TOEFL requirement is 600 (paper-based), 225 (computer-based), or 100 (Internet-based). In addition, applicants may be required to provide additional evidence of English proficiency, including:
- An official TOESP (Test of English as a Spoken Language) score of at least 520.
- A telephone or in-person interview with an admissions committee member.
- A writing sample certified to be the applicant's own work.
- A writing examination administered by the Carey Business School.
The department chair may grant a waiver from the TOEFL requirement if the applicant has demonstrated by other means sufficient proficiency in spoken and written English for success in the program and in the profession (e.g., the non-native-English-speaking applicant has earned a degree from a college or university where English is the language of instruction). An applicant may file a TOEFL waiver request form, available from the Office of Admissions or found online at onestop.jhu.edu/international/, when submitting his/her application to the Office of Admissions.
The rigor of the applicant's undergraduate program is evaluated as well as grade point average. The resume and essay are integral parts of the application and should thoroughly and accurately reflect professional and educational achievements. Responses to the essay questions not only provide an opportunity to assess the applicant's communication skills, but also provide a better understanding of the individual's personal and professional goals and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree or certificate.
The review process may include an interview. The admissions office will contact those applicants required to interview after receiving completed applications. For some programs, candidates are required to supplement their application with additional materials or standardized test scores.
Admission decisions are final and without appeal. Applicants denied admission may resubmit applications no earlier than 12 months after the date of their letter denying admission. Such applicants are urged to consult with academic advisers regarding deficiencies in their application portfolios. Applicants who fail to adhere to the indicated policies and procedures reduce their chances of admission.
Applicants should note that admission to one Carey business degree or certificate program does not imply admission to any other program in the school. Applicants should refer to the description of specific degree programs for any additional admissions requirements.
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Students with questions regarding admissions criteria, transfer credit, registration, or course scheduling are strongly urged to consult with an adviser. Some programs and courses require an adviser's signature and concurrence of the academic department chair prior to registration. Advising may be done in person, by telephone, or through email.
When to Seek Advising Assistance
Prospective students should speak with an adviser prior to registering as a special student or submitting an application.
New students are expected to seek advising prior to registering for their first class.
Matriculated students who have not registered for a course in more than a year should reassess the remaining curriculum requirements with an adviser prior to registration.
All students should schedule an appointment with an adviser prior to registering for advanced level concentration courses.
Matriculating Students
Each graduate student is assigned an adviser upon admission to a degree or certificate program. Graduate advisers are full-time faculty or professional staff within the Carey Business School. To verify the names and telephone numbers of assigned advisers, students should call the advising office at 410-516-4234. Students are encouraged to keep in contact with their advisers throughout their programs.
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