Stay one step ahead
According to a recent GMAC Corporate Recruiters survey, strategic skills are among the most important and sought-after by employers. That comes as no surprise: A well-developed strategy helps your organization map a path to achieve its long-term goals and align objectives across categories and departments.
A concentration in strategy will help you develop a deeper understanding of the tools and frameworks used to build a business strategy from the ground up. You’ll not only learn how to create a strategy that adds value to your organization, but also the steps to effectively implement it. Take four customized courses to add this concentration to your Iowa MBA—there’s no additional time commitment required.
Concentration curriculum
Four courses are required to earn your concentration. Courses are subject to change.
Required courses:
- Foundations in Strategy
- Strategy in Action
Elective courses:
- Business Integration or Strategic Business Growth
- Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation or Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Seminar in International Business (GLO – Global Learning Opportunities)
- Strategic Brand Positioning
Strategy Certificate
You can earn a Strategy Certificate independently without enrolling in the Iowa MBA, but in limited circumstances. If you've earned an MBA at Tippie or another AACSB-accredited institution, you can pursue the Strategy Certificate.
The Strategy Certificate has its own application and admission requirements. A separate application is needed to earn the certificate independent from the MBA.