Master of Business Administration: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
The Florida Southern MBA is nationally ranked and recognized.
Our flexible, award-winning MBA provides you with a competitive advantage in today’s demanding central Florida marketplace.The MBA: Industrial and Organizational Psychology degree prepares management professionals to successfully navigate the workplace through a broad understanding of the fundamental principles of psychology in the applied settings of industries and organizations. Our IO concentration combines classes, such as industrial psychology, organizational psychology, workplace motivation, personnel selection, training and development, equipping you to thrive in an evolving field.
Upcoming Term Start Dates
1/7/2025
AACSB Accredited
The MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction given to only 5% of business schools in the world. This accreditation means you’re learning from faculty of the highest caliber and taking courses that meet the highest standards of business education.
Top Reasons
Accelerated Program
Our flexible 12 to 24 month program allows you to complete your MBA and start your career faster!
Large Alumni Network
Our MBA graduates work at many of the Fortune 500 firms in Florida and nationally, such as Amazon, Publix, Geico, Lockheed Martin, Citibank, as well as notable entrepreneurial ventures.
Increase Your Earning Potential
In 2021 NACE found that an MBA created a 51% earning differential from those with an undergraduate degree.
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With living case studies, executive mentors, and international field experiences, the Florida Southern MBA program is tailor-made to meet the growing demands of the business world. You will work on projects that will have an impact on real companies, nonprofit organizations, or the public service sector. You will train for a truly global career, and you will network with faculty who bring real-world business experience to the classroom.
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Program Details
Admission Requirements
- Official undergraduate transcripts of all academic work with a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale
- GRE/GMAT Scores*
- Current Résumé
- Personal statement that reflects your interest in our MBA program.
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The essay should not exceed 2000 words, and should explain how your interest in pursuing an MBA degree at Florida Southern College relates to your professional/career goals. Your essay should also describe any experiences that have prepared you for success in our program.
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- Two Recommendation Forms or Letters of Reference
*See if you qualify for a GRE/GMAT waiver.
Additional International Student Requirements
- Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
- Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
- Sponsor's Guarantee Form
- Valid Passport
- Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****
** Academic Evaluation Services, Inc., Josef Silny, SpanTran, or World Education Services or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.
*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.
**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.
Course Delivery
Weeknight Hybrid
Students enjoy a convenient class schedule through a hybrid format. Each week, students attend two courses — one online and one on campus.
Online
Courses are offered in a flexible online format.
Curriculum
Foundation Courses - 0 hours
| Course Number | Course Name |
|---|---|
| BUS 6010 | Graduate Business Foundations* |
Required Courses - 21 hours
| Course Number | Course Name |
|---|---|
| BUS 6360 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior |
| BUS 6460 | Marketing Strategy |
| BUS 6560 | International Business |
| BUS 6660 | Economic Decision Making** |
| BUS 6760 | Financial Management** |
| BUS 6860 | Data Analytics** |
| BUS 6960 | Strategic Management** |
All IO Psychology concentration electives are 14 weeks long and mostly offered online (except for PSY 6400 and PSY 6500*). Please see when courses are offered, and which courses are taught online and in-person below:
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Track Courses - 12 hours
| Course Number | Course Name |
|---|---|
| PSY 6150 | Industrial Psychology - Fall only |
| PSY 6250 | Organizational Psychology - Spring only |
Additional Elective Courses - Select Two Courses
| Course Number | Course Name |
|---|---|
| PSY 6300 | Workplace Motivation - Spring only |
| PSY 6350 | Personnel Selection - Fall only |
| PSY 6400 | Training and Development - Fall only/in-person only* |
| PSY 6500 | Special Topics in Industrial/Organizational Psychology - Spring only/in-person only* |
MBA Program Total - 33 hours
* This is a pass/fail, self-paced course that focuses on accounting, finance, economics and statistics to equip students with an overview of fundamental background knowledge and skill-sets essential for success in the FSC MBA program and career.
** Course has the prerequisite requirement of BUS 6010 Graduate Business Foundations.
Program Costs
2024-2025
| Base Required Fees | Cost |
| Tuition Per Credit Hour | $1,035 |
| Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled | $25 to $100 |
$250 Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposit (Upon acceptance and applied toward your first semester tuition balance)
*Tuition will be billed prior to the beginning of each semester based on credit hours. Tuition must be paid by the first day of class.
Scholarships Available
MBA Merit Scholarship
To be considered for this merit-based scholarship, applicants must submit a GMAT/GMAT Focus or GRE score as part of their MBA application process.
Scholarship awards will be granted based on the following tier system:
- $1,500 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 650 or higher. GMAT Focus score of 615 or higher.
- $1,000 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 550 to 649.GMAT Focus score of 555-614.
- $500 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 500 to 549. GMAT Focus score of 515-554.
This is a one-time award that will be applied as a tuition discount in the first year of MBA enrollment.
Graduate Assistantships
A limited number of graduate assistantships are offered. The assistantship program offers tuition discounts in exchange for hours worked.
To be eligible to apply for a Graduate Assistantship position students must have:
- Already been accepted into their chosen program
- Submitted their GRE or GMAT scores.
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Are Online courses asynchronous?
Yes. Assignments are due weekly and there is no requirement to login at specific time frames.
At what time do Hybrid courses meet?
Weekday Hybrid courses meet from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM.
Saturday Hybrid courses meet on three different time blocks: 9:00 to 11:45 AM, 12:45 to 3:30 PM, and 3:45 to 6:30 PM.
Can I change delivery methods at any point of the program?
Yes. Our Flex Saturday-hybrid delivery allows you to take both Saturday-hybrid and Online courses. If you started with our fully Online delivery, you are able to switch to our Flex Saturday-hybrid delivery.
How many classes can I take each 7-week term?
We recommend students take one course each term, but students can take up to two courses per term if they want an accelerated progression. We encourage you to reach out to us to discuss your preferred timeline.
Can the GRE/GMAT requirement be waived?
To be considered for a GRE/GMAT waiver, you must hold a 3.00+ cumulative GPA or higher and meet one of the following criteria:
- Applicant is a graduate of an AACSB-accredited business school with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
- Applicant is a graduate of Florida Southern College with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
- Applicant is a graduate of Florida Polytechnic University with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
- Applicant is a graduate of a regionally accredited institution with a 3.30+ cumulative GPA
- Applicant currently holds a master’s or terminal degree (JD, MD, PhD, etc.)
- Applicant currently holds an active CPA license
- Applicant is a lifetime Beta Gamma Sigma member
- Applicant has a minimum of 3 years of qualifying managerial experience
