Certificate 1 + Certificate 2 + 6 elective credits = MS in Interdisciplinary Business Studies degree
Build your program by combining two graduate business certificates with six credits of electives, creating a customized course of study that brings together knowledge and skills from multiple business disciplines. Choose certificate combinations that complement your goals and create a distinctive blend of expertise. Pair Business Analytics with Investments and Portfolio Management to develop financial knowledge alongside the technical skills to analyze data. Or combine Cloud, Applications and Information Technology with Artificial Intelligence to build a highly technical foundation for managing automation and emerging technologies. Electives should focus on integrating the curricula of the two certificate programs. The program also offers opportunities to complement your coursework through short-term overseas study and experiential learning .
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Applications to GW's MS in Interdisciplinary Business Studies (MIBS) program are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged.
Some certificates may have prerequisites; check with the admissions team for eligibility requirements.
Our admissions team is here to guide you through the process and answer any questions along the way. Learn more about application requirements and next steps on our How to Apply page .
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged. The admissions committee takes a holistic approach, considering academic performance, professional experience and achievements, and letters of recommendation.
Here’s what you’ll need:
No GRE or GMAT is required. However, applicants who feel their test scores strengthen their candidacy are welcome to submit them.
Applicants who require a visa to study in the United States must also fulfill additional requirements in order to be considered for admission to a graduate program at the School of Business.
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Candidates seeking financial assistance and international students requiring visas are encouraged to apply early. Only completed applications, with all required materials, will be considered for admission.
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