The Haub School of Business (HSB) at St. Joseph’s University located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is regarded as one of the best in the Northeast region of the United States of America. Admission to MBA at HSB can be explored without work experience and GMAT scores subject to certain conditions.
The MBA programme at HSB is reputed and offers concentrations in the fields of Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Business Intelligence, Human Resources among others. According to the US News Ranking, Haub is ranked #11 for its MBA in Marketing ahead of universities such as Cornell (Johnson) and Indiana (Kelley) and # 17 for MBA in Finance which is a tie with another top ranked B-School Carnegie Mellon (Tepper). Haub is one of the only four business schools in Pennsylvania to be AACSB accredited.
One of the few schools to feature a Wall Street Trading Room
HSB is one of the 15 business schools in USA to feature a trading room which allows students to have access to electronic sources of investment and financial data, trading simulations and analytical tools. Students interested in finance careers are benefited by such practical and real trading of stocks.
No work experience required
The Haub MBA is designed as a professional MBA program and candidates need not have prior work experience to start the program. However, having a work experience will always help.
GMAT/GRE waiver opportunity
One of the best features of the Haub MBA is the new GMAT/GRE waiver opportunity. You can avail the GMAT/GRE waiver if you satisfy all or few of the following criteria:
1. Strong academic records and achievement
2. Having progressive work experience
3. Professional Certifications
4. Completion of Masters Degree
Application Requirements for International Students
1. Official Transcripts
2. Two Letters of Recommendation
3. Resume
4. Personal Statement
5. Valid GMAT/GRE score (waivers available)
6. Valid TOEFL/IELTS score
7. Proof of ability to pay educational expenses
8. Application Fee
Minimum Required Testing Scores
The MBA at Haub does not have any minimum GMAT or GRE score requirement. Average GMAT score is generally between 540 - 580 and average GPA is a 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
International students must score a minimum of 80 on the TOEFL iBT and overall 6.5 on IELTS for admission into the Haub MBA Program.
Tuition Fees and Scholarships
The Professional MBA Program at Haub is made up of33 credits. Tuition rate per credit is $946. Haub School of Business awards a number of merit-based scholarships to meritorious students on admission. Gaining a merit scholarship also gives a student the recognition of a Merit Scholar. Such students gain access to special networking opportunities and lectures by business leaders. Award amount ranges from $2000 - $4000 during the first academic year. Alternate financial assistance is also available.
Application Deadlines
Haub offers three admission intakes namely Fall, Spring and Summer. Candidates may start the MBA program at any intake. International students must apply atleast 6-8 months before the program start due to impending Visa related issues. The deadlines are as follows:
Fall Intake: May 15
Spring Intake: November 15
Summer Intake: February 15
Interested candidates may apply for the upcoming spring and summer intake.
The St. Joseph University (SJU) Career Development Center provides quality career services to the MBA graduates through career events, workshops, one to one career counseling and many more. Notable alumni include Michael J.Hagan, CEO of NutriSystems Inc, Daniel J. Hilferty, President and CEO of Independence Blue Cross.
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