About Program
The Carolina Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is designed for professionals who are seeking to advance their career. Whether you are a mid-level manager seeking to move up the career ladder into senior leadership, or a non-profit professional seeking to establish a charitable organization, or a fresh graduate from a non-business discipline, the Carolina MBA will equip you with the cutting edge business disciplinary competencies and skills necessary for success in the 21st century business environment.
This specially crafted Dual award MBA program comprising the MBA degree awarded by Carolina University ; Notably provides an opportunity to develop the breadth of skills necessary to move into leadership ranks or transition from staff roles into management positions. And for most graduates, it is an avenue for upward financial and social mobility. As reported by US News, “the average starting salary for MBA grads in the class of 2019 will be $84,580 – more than $25,000 higher than the average starting salary projection for grads with a bachelor’s degree in business.”
Business Analytics
Modern enterprises work with millions of pieces of data – about past and current customers, prospects, suppliers, inventories, perations, and internal processes.They utilize this data to make better decisions – about retaining existing customers and generating new ones, about improving the sourcing of their commodities and goods, locating their personnel, managing inventory to meet actual market demands, and about making their operations more efficient
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MBA 605 | Introduction to Business Analytics | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 615 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 620 | R Programming For Data Sciences | 3 Credit Hours |
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management is becoming an even more critical function within organizations large and small. As workers are more aware of their rights, willing to use external avenues to ventilate issues, and organize around social causes, organizations are scrambling to keep up. At the same time, businesses face challenges in recruiting and retaining talented employees and developing the next line of leadership. Finally, newer forms of work, flexible employment arrangements, the rise of the gig economy, and the growing use of
automation present unexpected challenges for organizations. Unsurprisingly, businesses are seeking skilled professionals to manage their people resources better and prepare for a challenging future. According to the official Bureau of Labor Statistics data, human resources managers and related occupations are projected to grow 7% during the 2018-2028 period. The median income for an HR manager in 2018
was $113,300.
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 644 | Human Resources Law | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 624 | Human Resources Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 634 | Compensation Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Supply Chain Management
The Supply Chain Management concentration provides students with competencies related to the production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, and forecasting of an organization’s products. The goals are their optimization to lower expenses, enhance profitability, and improve customer satisfaction and safety. Graduates will also acquire skills in managing logistics, complying with regulation, technology, strategy, and human resources. The concentration will develop disciplinary knowledge in supply chain management, information technology and logistics, strategic sourcing, sustainability, quality management, business intelligence, and operations strategy. Supply chain managers continue to be in demand in the job market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs are projected to grow about
6% during 2018-2028. The median wage for supply chain managers was $107,480 in 2018.
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
MBA 635Strategic Sourcing3 Credit Hours
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MBA 610 | Operations Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 625 | Logistics | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 630 | Supply Chain Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 635 | Strategic Sourcing | 3 Credit Hours |
Marketing
Marketing is a critical function in any business enterprise. Effective marketing management is essential to maintain and expand the share of the market as competition both domestic and international grows in a globalized market for goods and services. As digital penetration increases and consumption decisions are driven primarily by internet activity, enterprises have to evolve new strategies and tools to
gain market share. Consumers are faced with an array of purchasing choices and successful businesses manage to become the preferred choice by molding and matching customer preferences. Businesses are having to invest in competent personnel possessing digital and other skills to compete more effectively. According to the official Bureau of Labor Statistics data, market research analysts and marketing
specialist occupations are projected to grow 20% during the 2018-2028 period. The BLS data shows that the median wage for advertising, promotions, marketing managers was $132,620 per year in 2018. The PIU MBA with a concentration in marketing stresses digital marketing
strategies and management techniques to prepare graduates for success in a rapidly evolving field. The program is extremely job-focused and designed to elevate employment outcomes for graduates by equipping them with competencies in demand. Students will learn the essentials of areas including sales and marketing, CRM software, database query/ERP/web software, consumer behavior, digital marketing, strategy, and communications.
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MKT 610 | Consumer Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MKT 620 | Digital Marketing | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 630 | Marketing Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 640 | Brand Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MBA 650 | Marketing Communications | 3 Credit Hours |
Management
The Carolina MBA degree is designed for professionals who are seeking to advance their career. Whether you are a mid-level manager seeking to move up the career ladder into senior leadership, or a non-profit professional seeking to establish a charitable organization, or a fresh graduate from a non-business discipline, the Carolina MBA will equip you with the cutting-edge business disciplinary competencies and skills necessary for success in the 21st century business environment. Notably, the MBA provides an opportunity to develop the breadth of skills necessary to move into leadership ranks or transition from staff roles into management positions. And for most graduates, it is an avenue for upward financial and social mobility. As reported by US News, “the average starting salary for MBA grads in the class of 2019 will be $84,580 – more than $25,000 higher than the average starting salary projection for grads with a bachelor’s degree in business.” Graduates from any discipline can apply for the Carolina MBA. No prior business knowledge is required. Our teaching is highly student-centric and designed to give you every tool for success. Courses can be taken face to face or online. Our program is flexible and designed to accommodate those in employment. Professionals with substantial track records in relevant work environments may qualify for waivers of some elective courses. Please speak with an advisor if you believe you should be eligible for waivers. Students can pursue concentrations in the following areas: sports management, marketing, HR management, supply chain management, and business analytics (not all concentrations may be offered every year).
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 641 | International Business | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 660 | Negotiation and Conflict Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 661 | Management Theory & History | 3 Credit Hours |
Sports Management
The MBA with concentration in Sports Management prepares graduates for leadership roles in a variety of organizations, including professional sports teams, college athletic departments, sports media and marketing firms, merchandising and promotions, leisure and recreational services, and more. Whether your passion is cricket and you are interested in leading a team in the Indian Premier League, or you love basketball and wish to work in the front office of an NBA team, the PIU MBA will equip you with the skills needed for
success in the sports management world.Notably, as profitability increases in the sports world, and there is a greater emphasis on professionalism, sports-related occupations are growing in demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, managers and agents of athletes earned a mean wage of $90,930 in 2018. Wages rose 3.8% and job market demand grew 4.4%. There are emerging needs for data analysts focused on sports and these occupations had a median annual wage of $88,190.
Part- 1 Modules
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CIQGM 703 | Strategic Change Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 705 | Strategic Management and Leadership | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 702 | Operations Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 701 | International Human Resource Management | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 704 | International Marketing | 20 credits |
| CIQGM 707 | Management Accounting and Finance | 20 credits |
Part- 2 Modules
Core Courses
* Any 3 out of 9 to be studied.
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 521 | Management Information Systems | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 522 | Principles of Organization Finance | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 612 | Organizational Business Culture | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 621 | Contemporary Economic Issues | 3 Credit Hours |
| BUS 680 | Leadership and Human Behavior | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 510 | Managing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 531 | Marketing for Results | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 542 | Managerial Accounting | 3 Credit Hours |
| MGT 622 | Strategic Management | 3 Credit Hours |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Module | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SM 201 | Sports Psychology | 3 Credit Hours |
| SM 2011 | Principles of Recreation and Leisure Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| SM 301 | Sports Facility and Event Management | 3 Credit Hours |
| SM 305 | Sports Information and Public Relations | 3 Credit Hours |
Carolina University
Carolina University (CU), formerly Piedmont International University (PIU) is committed to educating aspiring leaders worldwide through exceptional teaching, scholarly research, creative innovation, and professional collaboration. Situated in the heart of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Carolina University is home to a vibrant, diverse, multicultural, and exciting campus life.
Athletics
Member of the NCCAA Division I offering Men & Women’s Basketball, Men & Women’s Soccer, Men & Women’s Cross Country, Men & Women’s Track & Field, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, and Cheerleading.
Admissions Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university.
- GPA of 2.7 or higher.
- Official transcripts from all previously attended schools.
- Completed application with Piedmont International University.
Degree Requirements
- The maximum time limit to complete the program is four years or 150% of the credits, whichever the student reaches first.
- A minimum of 18 credit hours must be completed at CU.
- Up to 50% of the required credit hours can be transferred.
- Graduation is contingent upon the completion of 36 hours of prescribed courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
Program Delivery
Exeed College recruits students on rolling intakes in the diploma stage with guaranteed intakes in August, October, January, April and July for the enrollments of the MBA.
Students undergo 6 months of intensive study online through the state of the art ” live interactive” virtual learning environment of Exeed in Part A of the program. Successful learners of the diploma progress to the Part B to complete their study of the remaining credits required for the MBA of Carolina International University,USA