Integrate business and human well-being
Make a positive impact in this ever-changing world. Provide service to others by improving their well-being and addressing fundamental human needs for all individuals while utilizing expertise to effectively manage and lead. The Iowa MBA and Master in Social Work (MSW) degree program produces graduates with the unique skills to do exactly that.
Our MBA/MSW degree is ideal for students seeking the skills and versatility to advance as a therapist or in organizational and community leadership while developing the skills needed to be an effective manager with mastery of business practices.
This combined degree prepares students to lead and manage within a diverse array of organizations, including but not limited to social welfare entities, non-profit associations, government agencies, private or group practices, and corporations.
Program overview
Timing
Depending on undergraduate degree and coursework scheduling, students can reasonably expect to complete the MBA/MSW dual degree in approximately two to three years total.
There must be at least one semester of overlap (dual enrollment) to be considered as a dual degree and benefit from the reduced/cross-counted credit.
Admissions requirements
Students will be expected to meet admission requirements of the respective programs, taking the requisite admission exams, and providing appropriate admission materials. The two programs make admission decisions independently. Students may begin each program in advance of the other or begin the two programs concurrently.
Tuition
Tuition and fees for MSW courses are based on the graduate rate in the tuition and fees table for the Social Work MSW, which varies by the number of semester hours and residency.
Tuition for an Iowa MBA course (3 semester hours) is currently $2250 and is levied per course in addition to any tuition due for MSW courses.
Credit hours required
The Iowa MBA Program accepts up to 12 semester hours of MSW coursework as credit toward MBA degree requirements.
The Master in Social Work (MSW) Program accepts up to 9 semester hours of MBA coursework as credit toward MSW degree requirements. The total number of credits required for the MSW is dependent upon undergraduate degree.
Sample plan of study
(for students with BSW)
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SUMMER
FALL
WINTER • MBA Elective (1) See sample electives SPRING
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| YEAR TWO |
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SUMMER
FALL
WINTER • MBA Elective (1) See sample electives SPRING
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| YEAR THREE |
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SUMMER
FALL
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Sample plan of study
(for students with Non-BSW undergraduate degree)
| YEAR ONE |
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SUMMER
FALL
WINTER • MBA Elective (1) See sample electives SPRING
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| YEAR TWO |
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SUMMER
FALL
WINTER • MBA Elective (1) See sample electives SPRING
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| YEAR THREE |
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SUMMER
FALL
SPRING
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SUMMER
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