Q&A on the Stan State MBA
The program is intended for the active manager or technical supervisor as well as the recent graduate who is interested in advanced study in the field of business administration.
The Master of Business Administration is awarded upon completing seven core courses, three elective courses, and the culminating experience, totaling 30 units for the program. You can learn more about the degree requirements by visiting the MBA Degree Requirements page.
To apply, you must complete an application through Cal State Apply and request official copies of your transcripts to be sent to the Stanislaus State Office of Graduate Studies and Research by the published deadline. Learn more about this two-step process at the Applying to the MBA page.
Foundation courses are six undergraduate courses that students with a non-business undergraduate degree must complete prior to admission. All foundation courses are offered at Stanislaus State during our fall and spring terms and additional sections may be available during our winter or summer terms. Learn more about the foundation courses requirement at the MBA Eligibility Requirements page.
Yes, applicants whose undergraduate degree is not taught in English must take the TOEFL or IELTS and meet the University's minimum requirements. Additionally, transcripts will have to be evaluated to meet US standards. Please visit the Office of International Education and Global Engagement page for detailed information on these two requirements.
Visit the Office of International Education and Global Engagement's Graduate Admissions page to learn about the admission requirements for international students. Please note that these requirements are in addition to specific MBA program application requirements.
Yes. MBA courses are offered from 6:00 p.m. to 8:40 p.m. Monday through Thursday evenings. Start times may be adjusted slightly on occasion. Each MBA course meets once a week at the Turlock campus. Learn more about our course schedule at the MBA Course Schedule page.
If there is a hold on your student account, it usually means there is something you need to complete before you can register for classes. For example, some departments or programs require you to meet with an advisor before registering for classes.
Holds can block you from registering, so it is important to take action as soon as possible. To resolve the issue, reach out to the department that placed the hold. They'll help you understand what is needed and guide you through the next steps to get it cleared.
While an overall 3.0 grade point average must be maintained during your program coursework, a minimum grade of C- is required to earn credit for a course.
Updated: June 06, 2025