Aug. 16, 2023
Next Start Date
20
Courses Required
$743/$820
Cost Per Credit Hour ($743 Nursing, $820 Business)
57
Total Credit Hours (28 Nursing, 29 Business)
Next Start Date
Courses Required
Cost Per Credit Hour ($743 Nursing, $820 Business)
Total Credit Hours (28 Nursing, 29 Business)
The School of Nursing and the John Chambers College of Business and Economics offer a dual master's degree to give students the skills and knowledge to serve as nurse leaders. This degree program is offered fully online. Graduates of the MSN/MBA program work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practice, nonprofit organizations and the public sector. The degree requires 57 credit hours for completion.
Online Courses
August 16, 2023
January 8, 2024
Curriculum developed and taught by faculty from
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Degree Awarded: Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration
Leadership in nursing is needed at every level and across all settings in today’s complex healthcare environment. To prepare future nurse leaders, the WVU School of Nursing and the WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics offer a dual MSN/MBA degree program. The program, completed primarily online, is designed for nurses who want to pursue leadership positions in various hospital and healthcare settings. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of nursing leadership and critical problem-solving skills while identifying opportunities to make strategic decisions in healthcare settings. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to serve in leadership positions in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practice, nonprofit organizations and the public sector.
You must hold a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a regionally accredited nursing program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 on all undergraduate work is required. You must hold a current, unrestricted RN license in at least one state. You must have completed 3 credits of undergraduate statistics equivalent to WVU Stats 211 with a “C” or better.
Qualifications
To be considered, applicants will be required to meet all WVU admission requirements in addition to program-specific admission criteria.
Note: Any student who has been dismissed from the West Virginia University School of Nursing or any other nursing program will not be readmitted or considered for admission to the program.
How do I apply for the program?
Students must apply and be admitted to both programs concurrently in order to complete the MSN/MBA dual degree program.
Students enrolled in the program may begin in August or January of each year. Applications are accepted on a rolling admissions schedule. The application deadline is July 1. All applicants must have completed two or more years professional, full-time work experience and received an undergraduate degree. There are no prerequisite courses; however, online, not-for-credit classes in Financial Accounting, Economics, and Statistical Concepts through Ivy Software are recommended for those who do not have a strong background in these disciplines.
Nurses with a bachelor’s degree can obtain a master's degree in nursing through the School of Nursing's MSN program. This program is designed for nurses who already have a bachelor's degree in nursing, two or more years of professional, full-time work experience, and who have an interest in leadership. It enables them to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Application Requirements for the MSN
Any student who has been dismissed from the West Virginia University School of Nursing will not be readmitted to the program.
Application Requirements for the MBA
Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration requires 57 credit hours to complete. 28 nursing credit hours at $743 per credit hour and 29 business credit hours at $820 per credit hour.
$44,584 – Residents and Non-Residents
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