Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the MSM degree?
A: A master of science in management and an innovative approach to educating today’s graduate business students. Leadership, team building, communication, diversity, change management, strategic planning, business ethics and globalization are key themes.
Q: What is the MBA degree?
A: Master of business administration--This program is designed to extend the knowledge and intellectual maturity of graduate students and to equip them with the specialized skills and sense of creative independence that will allow them to provide leadership in whatever organization they may serve.
Q: When do the classes meet?
A: Because these programs are planned for working adult students, classes meet from 6 to 10 P.M. one night a week. Modules are condensed into 6-8-week sessions.
Q: How long does it take to complete the MSM degree?
A: Completing the master of science in management coursework takes 19 months.
Q: How long does it take to complete the MBA degree?
A: Completing the master of business administration coursework takes 24 months.
Q: What are the admissions requirements?
A: Click here for information on the admissions requirements.
Q: When do the classes start?
A: The Nashville cohort begins three times a year in February, April and August.
Q: When should I begin applying?
A: Students may apply at any time. It’s best to apply early because class fill up VERY quickly, sometimes within 1-2 months before the start date. Early admission decisions are made when student files are complete. Waiting lists are made after the class is filled.
Q: Is financial aid available?
A: Financial aid is available in the form of guaranteed federal student loans with the Stafford Loan Program. Most students who apply for financial aid are eligible to borrow the full amount for the program. Go to fafsa.ed.gov to fill out the financial aid form. The information filled out on this form will help determine what you qualify for. Trevecca's school code is 003526.
Q: How do I earn my MBA?
A: All students must complete the MSM coursework. Those who choose to go on and earn an MBA will continue with 3 additional courses after the 19-month MSM coursework is completed. Those courses include: Advanced Accounting, Advanced Finance, and Business Law.
Q: Are there any prerequisites?
A: There are no required prerequisites for either program. Students who do not have any background in accounting or finance are recommended (not required) to take a lower level course (i.e., online or tutorial) in order for them to learn the basics of accounting and/or finance. Students may aso consider purchasing a tutorial like the “MBA Survival Kit” CD set. This tutorial is a very useful tool for the accounting and finance courses, especially for those advancing to the higher-level MBA courses.
Q: For students who want to earn the MBA, may they show proof they completed the MSM coursework during the interim period between the two degrees?
A: Yes, a letter can be generated for the student or employer to show proof that the student completed the coursework for the MSM degree, but the letter will state that the student will not receive recognition of that degree since he or she has chosen to continue on to the MBA.
Q: May I transfer in any previous graduate work?
A: Because of the lockstep nature of the program and the highly integrated and accelerated curriculum, transfer credit is not automatic. Transfer courses are carefully evaluated by personnel in the graduate office, and credit will be applied as appropriate for this program. Students have the option to submit up to 6 hours of graduate level work for transfer. Transcripts, a course description, and syllabus from the course must be submitted.