Offered as an MiM Graduate Degree in Guanajuato, Mexico
Southern Oregon University (SOU) and the University of Guanajuato (UG) offer simultaneously the Master in Management at SOU, and the “Maestria en Alta Gestion” (Master in Management) at the University of Guanajuato to provide UG students with an educational option that allows them to obtain the degree of both institutions while living and working in Mexico. Participants completing the program earn a dual Master in Management degree (MiM) from Southern Oregon University and the University of Guanajuato. The dual degree agreement between SOU and the University of Guanajuato makes it possible for students to earn the Maestría en Alta Gestion from UG as they complete the MiM.
Students participating in this program are Mexican managers in private, public, and nonprofit sectors brought together to learn more about current best practices in management and to compare and contrast practices that vary from sector to sector. The result is a rich, synergistic learning environment where an understanding of effective management practice is expanded in a variety of contexts, not bound into narrowly defined areas of technical specialization or academic theory.
The degree is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). NWCCU is the principal academic accrediting organization for all universities in the Pacific Northwest. NWCCU accreditation is recognized by all other regional accrediting bodies in the United States and internationally. ACBSP is a specialized international accrediting organization that reviews the quality and integrity of business degree programs.
Program Preparation
The MiM program is designed to serve the educational needs of experienced managers. To qualify for admission to the program, candidates must have: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. No specific academic or technical field is stipulated, at least three years of increasing supervisory experience and candidates must meet SOU’s English language proficiency standard for international students – minimum score of 76 on the TOEFL ibt (Internet-based test), or minimum of 6.0 on the IELTS with minimum score of 5.5 in each of the 4 sub-skills. All courses are taught in English.
Degree Roadmap
The MiM program is a 45 credit-hour course of study consisting of eight 3-credit core courses, one 3-credit seminar, a 3-credit capstone course, and 15 credits of elective courses. Southern Oregon University will teach eight core courses in Guanajuato and UG will present two core courses (Practical Research and Capstone/Thesis), and five elective courses over the duration of the program. Each course lasts approximately 10 weeks following the SOU academic calendar and will generally consist of three parts: pre-session assignments to be completed prior to the class sessions, four class sessions, and final projects to be completed after the last class session. Class sessions are held on Friday evening and all day Saturday on two consecutive weekends. Instructors will use Moodle, an online instructional tool, to facilitate communication during all three phases of the course. The syllabus for each course will detail specific requirements for assignments and final projects.
Capstone
Students write and defend their thesis or capstone at the end of their coursework. The defense will be before a committee composed of the capstone course instructor, the coordinator of the UG MiM program, the student’s capstone advisor, and an SOU MiM representative whose attendance can either be in person or via web conferencing.
Become a Professional
Career opportunities for an MiM graduate degree:
*Median Salary of $74,540
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