Business Department

Dr. Raylene Cochran, Chairman

Master of Business Administration Degree [M.B.A.]

The purpose of this degree is to develop God-honoring servant-leaders who will exhibit a Christ-centered focus in their professional and personal lives by equipping them with the practical skills needed to start a business, be successful in an existing business, and/or oversee the business needs of a Christian ministry.

Objectives: Graduates of this program will be able to

1. exemplify character, competence, and faith in their personal and professional lives as a member of the body of fundamental, evangelical Christianity;
2. read, comprehend, and explain current topics in their chosen field;
3. apply technology to acquire and use data as a strategic resource;
4. assess legal, regulatory, and political ramifications of ethical issues concerning the business environment;
5. demonstrate a biblical worldview as evidenced by their ethical and moral choices in both personal and professional environments;
6. identify preferred leadership-related behavior, attitudes and styles to effectively manage an organization in a dynamic global environment;
7. use current economic and financial models and theories for analyzing data and forecasting as it relates to the organization, industry, and global forces;
8. communicate effectively in written and oral presentations.

In today’s dynamic business environment, there is a clarion call for men and women of integrity willing to serve Christ and others in a spirit of humility while implementing sound business principles and leadership skills. Whether involved in ministry or in the business profession, PCC’s Master of Business Administration degree will prepare the servant-leader with practical decision-making tools by utilizing a strong academic program that is both affordable and attractive to students of all academic and workplace backgrounds. The student, while gaining valuable business management skills in several functional areas, will also be equipped and further strengthened in biblical principles. The M.B.A. curriculum is application-oriented and provides the student with the technological, quantitative, and qualitative skills to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Special emphasis will be given to training the business professional to meet the needs of full-time Christian ministry.

Residence Requirements

Thirty semester credit hours of work may be completed in four consecutive semesters, including a Pre-term session (Aug. 23–31, 2011). Students may satisfy core competencies while taking M.B.A. courses; however, the time required to complete the M.B.A. degree could be expected to increase.

Admission Requirements

See General Admission Requirements. An applicant is not required to have majored in business on the undergraduate level. However, certain core competencies from undergraduate courses must be demonstrated to register for some required M.B.A. courses. Core competencies are listed below (along with PCC courses) that meet requirements. A student may begin M.B.A. courses prior to meeting all competency requirements.

• Accounting — Introductory course (AC 111 at least a C-, 232, or 305)
• Economics — Macroeconomics and Microeconomics (BA 303 and 304)
• Finance — Corporate Finance—one year (BA 301 and 302)
• Marketing — Foundational course (MK 204)
• Statistics — Upper-level course (BA 322, MA 326, or MA 330)

Candidacy

See Candidacy.

Graduation Requirements

See Graduation Requirements.