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This is a dual degree offered by the Lee Business School in conjunction with the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering. The world is changing quickly and today’s business leaders are faced with new challenges in a complex business environment supported by new communication technologies and organizational structures. Success in the new global marketplace requires teams of executives working across functions and across borders.
The MBA programs at UNLV prepare students to succeed in today’s business environment by providing them with the needed skills, knowledge, and tools to become visionary and creative leaders. The program focuses on ethics and critical thinking, business communications, the role of the firm and its goals and markets, firms’ strategic planning and positioning, supply chain management, international business culture, information technology, leadership, and teamwork.
The Master of Science - Computer Science program gives you the opportunity to study different areas, including: Design and analysis of algorithms Operating and distributed systems Computer architecture and networking Computational geometry and robotics Computer graphics and image processing Programming languages and compiler construction Artificial intelligence and expert systems Database design, document analysis, and retrieval Software engineering For more information about your program including your graduate program handbook and learning outcomes please visit the Degree Directory.
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Learning Outcomes
MBA
- Recognize and evaluate ethical, legal, and regulatory dimensions of business decisions.
- Communicate effectively business ideas and analyses in writing. Communicate effectively business ideas and analyses in the oral presentation.
- Work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Apply business concepts to managerial decision-making within a global or domestic setting.
Computer Science
- Demonstrates knowledge of specialized areas and advanced topics in computer science.
- Independently analyze, design, and implement an innovative computer application or research project.
- Prepare a final project or research report on the solution to a computer-related problem.
- Present the results of their research orally.
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Dual Degree: Master of Business Administration & Master of Science - Computer Science
Plan Description
This is a dual degree offered by the Lee Business School in conjunction with the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering.
This dual degree is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about both MBA and Computer Science.
The MBA Program is designed for individuals aspiring for global career and leadership opportunities, catering to the rapidly changing business landscape propelled by emerging communication technologies and organizational structures.
In today's dynamic global marketplace, success demands visionary leaders adept at navigating complexities and collaborating across functions and borders. Our MBA programs equip students with essential skills, knowledge, and tools, emphasizing ethics, critical thinking, strategic planning, supply chain management, international business culture, and leadership dynamics.
Additionally, the Master of Science - Computer Science program offers a diverse range of study areas, including algorithms, operating systems, computer architecture, artifical intelligence, and software engineering, among others. Through this dual degree program, students gain a comprehensive understanding of both business and computer science domains, empowering them to drive innovation, lead teams, and thrive in the ever-evolving business and technology landscapes.
Our faculty and administration are dedicated to advancing knowledge, fostering intellectual vitality, and ensuring continuous quality improvement, making UNLV the ideal destination for those seeking a transformative educational experience tailored to their career aspirations in both business and computer science.
For more information about your program including your graduate program handbook and learning outcomes please visit the Degree Directory.
Plan Admission Requirements
Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.
The admission requirements for the dual degree are the same as those stated under the original programs linked below:
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See the Application Process section under the MBA and MS CS programs linked above.
Applications will be reviewed by representatives of both Schools, in an independent process within each college.
Applicants must be admitted to both schools to qualify for the dual degree program for that term. If denied by one program, the applicant will have the option of proceeding with a single degree program with departmental approval.
All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements. Students are accepted into a degree program as described in the Graduate Catalog.
Plan Requirements
Course Requirements
Total Credits Required for the Business Administration M.B.A.: 30
MBA Core Required Courses – Credits: 18
Electives – Credits: 9
Capstone Course – Credits: 3
Total Credits Required for the Master of Science - Computer Science: 30
Computer Science Courses – Credits: 27
Project – Credits: 3
Degree Requirements
- The MBA degree requires a minimum of 30 credits of approved course work.
- All requirements listed above must be completed successfully as defined by the Lee Business School and the Graduate College.
- All required courses are sequenced so students may acquire the tools and skill they need for success in the program.
- The student must pass at least 30 credits of 600- and 700-level courses with grades of C or better.
- Students must complete 15 credits of 700-level CS courses (excluding the project).
- Courses in which the student earns a grade lower than C cannot be included in their program, and the student's total grade point average (GPA) must be 3.00 or higher while in the program.
- A student whose GPA falls below 3.00 will be placed on academic probation. That student must have an overall GPA of at least 3.00 by the end of two subsequent semesters; otherwise the student will be separated from the graduate program.
- A student on probation will not be allowed to register for CS 690, CS 790, CS 791, CS 792, CS 799, or equivalent courses in another department.
- In consultation with their advisor, a student will organize a project committee of at least three departmental members. In addition, a fourth member from outside the department, known as the Graduate College Representative, must be appointed. An additional committee member may be added at the student and department's discretion. Please see Graduate College policy for committee appointment guidelines.
- The student must complete a computer science project and a report approved by their advisor and their project committee and pass a final oral examination over the project and relevant course work.
Graduation Requirements
The student must successfully complete the MBA capstone course.
The student must successfully complete a master's project.
Students cannot graduate from one portion of the dual degree until the requirements for both are met.
Students must apply to graduate from both programs for the same semester.
The student must submit and successfully defend their project by the posted deadline. The defense must be advertised and is open to the public.
Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements. All required forms must be submitted to the graduate college via the Grad Rebel Gateway.
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Graduate Coordinator
John Baur, Ph.D.
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Lee Business School
Department of Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science is nationally and internationally recognized for research in theoretical and experimental computer science. We are especially known in areas such as real-time algorithms, information retrieval, document analysis, parallel computing, language design, software engineering, computer science education, graphics, computational geometry, networking, information customization, cybermedia, and internet security.
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A graduate business degree from UNLV empowers students to become transformative and successful leaders who make collaborative, data-driven decisions in an ever-changing global business environment. Our MBA program offers an opportunity to learn from highly accomplished faculty with diverse students in an inclusive environment.
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Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
The College of Engineering provides students a well-rounded foundation in several engineering disciplines for a successful career in engineering and computer science. Through the hands-on, experiential education experience we offer, students are enabled to achieve excellence in their respective fields.
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Lee Business School
The Lee Business School advances the knowledge and practice of business; develops business leaders; and fosters intellectual and economic vitality through the creation and dissemination of knowledge and outreach.