Learn how to harness one of the most respected quality management business strategies with an International Six Sigma MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. The International Six Sigma MBA program explores how to apply the principles of the world-famous Six Sigma system to improve manufacturing processes and outputs. Taught by seasoned business professionals with extensive experience in Six Sigma applications, this focused International MBA online program helps students develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills - as well as an understanding of statistical tools, flexibility, and interpersonal traits - to help you successfully implement and manage quality-control efforts.
In addition to the focused study of Six Sigma principles, the International MBA in Six Sigma promotes a thorough understanding of how business is conducted globally. This includes an examination of how external factors such as politics, international law, economic policies, regulatory systems and cultural beliefs influence decision making, and how to direct and manage multinational business operations effectively despite these differences.
Learn how to:
Implement the define-measure-analyze-improve-control (DMAIC) approach to identify the root cause of process inefficiencies, eliminate them and develop process improvements.
Utilize statistical tools and techniques that will enable you to make an immediate impact in your career.
Understand advanced concepts in Six Sigma such as waste elimination, value stream mapping, Six Sigma roles and responsibilities, team management, and the various elements of the DMAIC approach.
Prepare for the Six Sigma Green Belt and Six Sigma Black Belt certification exams.
Understand the impact of international economic, social and political relationships on corporations.
Develop relationships within international markets and improve international competitiveness.
Advantages of the International MBA Online Program
Affordable - With some of the most affordable International MBA online programs around, SNHU offers extraordinary value. Accredited - SNHU's International MBA online programs are accredited by seven governing agencies, including the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and the European Council for Business Education. A respected, award-winning university - Fast Company recently named SNHU 12th in its 2012 World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies list. Research opportunities - Take advantage of our International Business Modeling Laboratory for quantitative and technical research activities. No admission testing - No GMAT or GRE required. Speed - Earn your International MBA in as few as 21 months by taking two International MBA online courses per 11-week term. Experienced faculty - International MBA online classes are taught by faculty with advanced degrees and extensive international experience who deliver a dynamic curriculum.
Curriculum
The International Six Sigma MBA degree is a 39-credit program consisting of 10 core International MBA online courses and three specialized Six Sigma courses. Because the professors bring decades of experience to the online classroom, you'll learn about the issues, trends and challenges quality control professionals are facing today.
Six Sigma Concentration
The Six Sigma Concentration consists of three specially selected courses designed to add an additional layer of expertise in this specialized field.
QSO-520: Management Science through Spreadsheets
This is an application oriented course that will provide students with a working knowledge of the most commonly used Management Science Operations Research techniques such as linear programming integer programming goal programming nonlinear programming network modeling queuing theory and simulation The students will learn how to combine the power of the management science and spreadsheets to model and solve a wide variety of business problems
Prerequisites:
QSO-510
QSO-620: Six Sigma Quality Management
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the design and implementation of quality control and improvement systems It is an introduction to current quality management approaches statistical quality control and quality improvement techniques ISO 9000 also will be discussed Case studies and the use of computer technology will be integral to the course
Prerequisites:
QSO-510
QSO-625: Six Sigma for Black Belt Certification
This course teaches advanced concepts in Six Sigma while incorporating Lean Management tools Students learn waste elimination value stream mapping Six Sigma roles and responsibilities team management and the various elements of the Define Measure Analyze Improve Control DMAIC phases of a Six Sigma project The Design for Six Sigma SFSS approach to design a new process is also reviewed The course is designed to help students prepare for a Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam However it neither guarantees to help satisfy the eligibility requirements for taking a Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam nor ensures success on a Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam
Prerequisites:
QSO-620
International MBA Curriculum - Core Courses
The 10-course International MBA core was developed to help students succeed in today's competitive and diverse business environment. Although topics are based loosely around a traditional MBA, course content is primarily focused on developing the skill set and strategic advantage to lead companies that do business globally.
ACC-500: Managerial Accounting
Students in this course study the accumulation of accounting information The internal use of accounting for management planning control and decision making is emphasized Background preparation 6 credit hours of accounting or equivalent Note ACC 500 cannot be taken for credit or as an elective if ACC 510 has been completed
Prerequisites:
MBA-503
FIN-500: Financial Management
This course is a study of financial decision making in a firm including its relationship to financial markets and institutions Background preparation 6 credit hours in economics
Prerequisites:
ACC-500,
INT-601: Global Entrepreneurship
This course explores the entire process of engaging in entrepreneurial activities in the global arena The course covers in detail five essential areas of business development in the global market Fundamentals and Identifying Opportunities Valuation and Risk Management Mobilizing Resources Managing Contingencies and Changing Contexts and Growth Harvesting and Exit of businesses Each of these areas will be covered in detail and supported with actual global case studies to enhance the learning of concepts Students will test their skills by researching the creation of a global company
INT-610: Multinational Corporate Environment
This course is a survey of economic social and political relationships among and within nations and their impacts upon corporations that operate in an international context
INT-620: Multinational Corporate Finance
This course is a study of the problems of financing and reporting international operations The evaluation of risk and funding strategies in international monetary relationships are emphasized
INT-640: Multinational Market Strategies
This course involves the study of the issues involved in identifying developing relationships with international markets
INT-650: International Trade and Competitiveness
Students in this course examine the conceptual and practical aspects of international trade and competitiveness Theories of international trade commercial policies and ways to improve international competitiveness are studied
INT-660: International Negotiations
The issues and problems inherent in conducting business across different cultures are examined in this course Students develop skills and strategies needed for effective negotiation with people from different cultures and societies
INT-700: Multinational Business Strategy
This is a capstone course for the international business certificate The course integrates various aspects of international business and focuses on the formulation of international business strategy Case studies that cut across various functional disciplines are emphasized
Prerequisites:
INT-610
QSO-635: International Supply Chain Management
The U S economy is becoming increasingly global in nature We are marketing and distributing more products in foreign nations locating plants and other facilities internationally and are buying from foreign companies This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain management function related to the international environment in terms of business cultural customs legal considerations purchasing strategies financial aspects and international distribution
Prerequisites:
MBA-501
International MBA Curriculum - Foundation Courses
Some students may be required to take foundation courses as prerequisites for more advanced IMBA material. Students with business-related undergraduate degrees typically are exempt from most foundation courses. In many cases, students choosing the electives track are able to apply credit hours from their foundation courses against their elective requirements.
This is an applied course which will provide students with the mathematical knowledge and skills that underlie many courses offered in the school of business Students will learn the fundamental concepts and methods of linear algebra mathematical functions differential calculus and statistics and their applications to business They will also sharpen their quantitative analytical and problem solving skills that are so important for success in the world of business today
MBA-502: Economics for Business
This course is intended to provide the student with a concisely focused yet rigorous introduction to both micro and macroeconomic theory needed at the foundational level of a graduate degree program Some of the topics to be addressed include market behavior demand theory and related elasticity concepts production and cost theory managerial decision making in perfectly competitive and imperfectly competitive markets GDP determination unemployment and inflation and fiscal and monetary policy
Prerequisites:
MBA-501
MBA-503: Financial Reporting and Analysis
This course is designed to help future business leaders across all functional areas appreciate and understand the rules and regulations processes and procedures and significance of financial accounting statements and reports It provides a balanced presentation between how statements are prepared and more importantly how to analyze these statements and footnotes to assess a company s performance within the industry and management s performance within a particular company New government regulations have made the integrity and quality of financial accounting information everyone s responsibility This course will help future business leaders conduct better internal audits improve forecasts and valuations and make better management decisions
MBA-610: Business Law
This course focuses on the theory and application of business regulations and the laws of contracts agency property and business organizations Background preparation 3 credit hours in business law or the equivalent
OL-500: Human Behavior in Organizations
This course is a study of individuals and groups and their interaction Students examine theories of motivation communication leadership power and change with practical relation to contemporary issues They also study organizations for key design variables and reward systems aimed at improved performance and organizational efficiency through employee motivational programs participative management and cooperative decision making
International MBA Online Admission Information: International MBA acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis. You may apply at any time; most students receive a decision within a few days of submitting all the materials. To apply:
Contact an admission advisor (mba@snhu.edu or 800.207.5325) who can provide you with more information and help you determine which options are right for you.
International students who require a visa to study in the U.S. should contact our International Admission office at international@snhu.edu or 603.645.9629.
Affordable and Accredited
Southern New Hampshire University is at the leading edge of online education, with high-quality online degree programs that have won regional and national awards. SNHU is a fully accredited, private, respected institution with more than 80 years of experience graduating highly successful business leaders and professionals. Earn an International MBA online from a university that you and your employer can be proud of, for less than you might expect.
