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MBA Degree Programs

  • 12-Month Daytime MBA
    The DeVos Daytime MBA program is a dynamic 12-month weekday, daytime curriculum. The curriculum is designed for students with varying levels of professional work experience and from an array of undergraduate disciplines. The Daytime MBA program is offered at our Midland, Michigan; Cedar Hill, Texas; and West Palm Beach, Florida locations.

 

  • 24-Month Evening MBA
    The Evening MBA program is a 24-month, part-time MBA option with a unique cohort based curriculum developed to meet the needs of individuals with significant professional work experience.  Evening MBA students seek to gain the additional knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to advance in their respective careers.  The Evening MBA program is delivered one evening per week at each of our Midland, Lansing, Grand Rapids and Troy, Michigan; Cedar Hill, Texas; and West Palm Beach, Florida locations.

 

  • 10-Month Switzerland MBA
    The DeVos Switzerland MBA program adapts the Full-time MBA curriculum to a 10-month study abroad alternative.  The program brings together a diverse, multinational group of high-achievers at one of the most stunning places on earth.  The campus of our partner HIM (Hotel Institute Montreux) is set in modernized historic buildings on the shores of Lake Geneva.  This innovative, academic partnership provides students the opportunity to pursue a world-class, fully accredited U.S. graduate degree abroad.

 

  • The DeVos MBA for Automotive Professionals
    The DeVos MBA for Automotive Professionals features two dynamic learning environments. There will be six, four day, face-to-face classroom sessions. Each session will require students to focus on assigned readings and cases and participate in defined simulations to further establish a more dynamic social, professional, and academic peer network. Forums on topics critical to the industry will also be scheduled.  These four-day onsite sessions typically include a Thursday through Sunday format to minimize time away from work, family, and other obligations.

    These onsite residencies are integral components of the DeVos MBA for Automotive Professionals, as they provide the opportunity to build a diverse and lifelong social and professional network. In addition, the opportunity to interact directly with aspiring leaders from throughout the United States and around the world at key intervals throughout the program provides a distinct program advantage for students as they fine-tune problem solving skills and share best practices.

    The weeks between residencies will require students to work on assigned tasks, solve cases individually and as teams, and engage in dialogue with DeVos faculty members. Directed study will also continue via use of the Internet and Northwood University's Blackboard online education platform.

 

Accreditation(s)

Northwood University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (800.621.7440).

The Higher Learning Commission is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Association was founded in 1895 as a membership organization for educational institutions. It is committed to developing and maintaining high standards of excellence.

The Association is one of six regional institutional accrediting associations in the United States. Through its Commissions, it accredits and thereby grants membership to educational institutions in the nineteen-state North Central region.

The Higher Learning Commission is recognized by the Secretary of Education and the Committee on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA, now continued under the Council on Higher Education Accreditation, or CHEA).



Admission Requirements

Transform, Inspire & Lead
DeVos Graduate School looks for candidates with an array of qualities including:

  • All industries and all educational backgrounds.
  • 0 to 30+ years of management experience.
  • High achievers, innovative thinkers, motivators, and entrepreneurs.
  • Diversity is an important element of the DeVos experience because learning involves understanding and appreciating various viewpoints.
  • DeVos looks for individuals who are risk takers, and people who are willing to transform their organizations and their lives. Candidates are evaluated on what they have achieved and what they aspire to achieve.  We help find a "fit" within the DeVos programs.

Standard MBA Program Criteria
Individuals who want to be considered for one of the DeVos MBA programs must hold a four-year, U.S. baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

While no particular undergraduate major is preferred over others, students should possess dexterity with mathematics and quantitative components such as finance, accounting, economics, and statistics.

To be considered for admissions, a candidate must submit a complete portfolio for evaluation.  A candidate's portfolio must consist of:

  • DeVos MBA Online Application.
  • Personal statement.
  • Evening MBA applicants are required to submit an official copy of the employer's current tuition reimbursement policy.
  • Current verifiable resume or curriculum vitae (CV) with three professional references.
  • Official Undergraduate Transcripts: Transcripts must be sent to DeVos Graduate School Admissions by posted mail directly from each of your undergraduate institutions. Transcripts must indicate degree awarded and verification of completion. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by certified literal English translation and grading system explanation.
  • $50.00 Application Fee | Payment Form as PDF (USD).
  • Admissions Interview: To be scheduled with your admissions representative.
  • If accepted, a commitment deposit will be required to confirm your space in the program.  This non-refundable deposit will reserve your position in the class and will be applied toward your program expenses.

 

Tuition

Based on 2010-2011 Academic Year
 $29,400.00 (includes tuition, materials, and fees)

 

Description of Learning Environment for Students

The DeVos MBA is an interactive, case-based, learning experience that places the student at the center of the learning. Students learn management and leadership skill-sets through hands-on interaction with their peers throughout a diverse array of cases, articles, simulations, and discussions. Our unique cohort learning environment enables students to build relationships and networks that truly last a lifetime. Our goal to create the future leaders of a global free entries society is fulfilled through our world class curriculum, faculty with real world experience, and a diverse student body who hail from all walks of educational backgrounds and business communities.



Faculty

Northwood faculty not only possess both the academic credentials and the business experience necessary to provide a transformational MBA learning experience. Please visit our faculty here.

 

Scholarships

The Richard DeVos Graduate School of Management has limited scholarship opportunities available to eligible students formally admitted to the Daytime and Evening MBA programs.

Merit Scholarships
The DeVos Graduate School of Management offers a cumulative scholarship system for Evening and Daytime MBA students.

The DeVos Merit Scholarship system allocates awards based on three criteria. These components include a student's cumulative GPA of ALL undergraduate academic transcripts, demonstrated leadership attributes, and official Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores. Each Merit component enables qualified applicants to maximize their scholarship award.

Typically, military personnel possess exceptional leadership attributes for scholarship awards of this nature.