From the School
The mission of the Andreas School of Business at Barry University is to deliver high quality education that will enable our students to succeed as responsible business practitioners and leaders.
The mission of the Andreas School of Business at Barry University is to deliver high quality education that will enable our students to succeed as responsible business practitioners and leaders. We strive to develop in our students a strong sense of ethics, social responsibility, and an entrepreneurial attitude with a global perspective.
We are committed to excellent teaching, engaged learning, and collaboration with our community. Our intellectual contributions emphasize practical applications, with our faculty also engaging in theoretical and empirical research and instructional development.
We operate in a highly cosmopolitan, multicultural setting, with students from around the world, as part of a Catholic, international university, and we function as a collaborative, inclusive community of caring faculty, staff, and students in the tradition of the Adrian Dominicans.
With its beneficial South Florida location and focus on early completion, the Andreas School of Business at Barry University prepares you to face the challenging, dynamic world of business. The Andreas School of Business is fully accredited by AACSB International, offering all the features you expect from a big business school, with the personal attention you can find only at Barry.
Overview
From The School
The Andreas School of Business uses a composite of factors to determine admission. These include: GMAT score, college transcripts, recommendations, statement of purpose, writing skills, and resume.
The Admissions Committee also considers undergraduate preparation, including accounting proficiency, 6 credits in economics, and 3 credits in each of the following categories: finance, college algebra, probability/statistics, management, operations, and marketing.
Students can apply to start in the fall, spring, or summer.
Please note: The GMAT requirement may be waived for applicants with extensive managerial experience.
The Admissions Committee also considers undergraduate preparation, including accounting proficiency, 6 credits in economics, and 3 credits in each of the following categories: finance, college algebra, probability/statistics, management, operations, and marketing.
Students can apply to start in the fall, spring, or summer.
Please note: The GMAT requirement may be waived for applicants with extensive managerial experience.
Applicants
213
Acceptance Rate
31%
Average Undergrad GPA
3.64
Years Work Experience
3.91
Average Age
29
Test Scores
GMAT (25th and 75th percentiles)
400 - 450
GPA
3.46 - 3.69
Other Admission Factors
Academic
GMAT Score
Undergraduate GPA
Non-Academic
School Type And Accreditation
School Type
Private
AACSB-approved
Yes
Selectivity Rating
Overall
From the School
Degrees Offered
The Andreas School of Business offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA) with concentrations in accounting, finance, health services administration, international business, management, and marketing; the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA); and the Master of Science in Management (MSM). Students may also pair the MBA with the Master of Science in Nursing, the Master of Science in Sport Management or the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.
Programs offer full-time and part-time options to suit your needs as a graduate student and working professional
Programs offer full-time and part-time options to suit your needs as a graduate student and working professional
Academic Programs
The Andreas School of Business works to ensure that you're prepared to strive in today's exciting business climate. For students who require more undergraduate preparation, Barry University's School of Business sponsors subject-area workshops. We also have student organizations that help you develop leadership skills, including the Accounting Association, American Marketing Association, Beta Gamma Sigma international honor society, and the Financial Management Association honor society.
Special Academic Programs
In supporting Barry University's Catholic heritage, the Andreas School of Business encourages service to the community. It sponsors the Barry Institute for Community Economic Development (BICED), providing information and skills development to small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations in select local communities. It includes the Center for Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Institute, and Center for Community Economies.
Faculty
Small, interactive classes are led by scholarly, full-time faculty - more than 90% of whom hold doctoral degrees. Our professors bring real-world business experience to the classroom, having worked in firms such as Merrill Lynch, Ryder, Deutsche Bank, Eastern Airlines, and Harris Corp. Barry business faculty also participate in the Barry Institute for Community Economic Development (BICED), lending their expertise to local small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations.
Program Types
Part-Time
Yes
Evening
Yes
Executive
No
Online
No
Faculty Information
Student/Faculty
7:1
Total Faculty
17
100
Full-time
47
Underrepresented Minorities
47
Female
Concentrations
Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Finance
International Business
Leadership/Management
Marketing
MD/MBA - Dual Degree
Media/Entertainment Sports Management
RN/MBA - Dual Degree
Healthcare Administration
Finance
International Business
Leadership/Management
Marketing
MD/MBA - Dual Degree
Media/Entertainment Sports Management
RN/MBA - Dual Degree
Center for Research
Entrepeneurship
Non-Profit Management/Public Administration
Non-Profit Management/Public Administration
Specialities of Faculty
Academic specialties of faculty
URL
Master in Business Administration
Master of Science in Accounting
Master of Science in Management
MS in Sports Management/MBA
MS in Nursing/MBA
Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine/MBA
Sustainability
Courses in Sustainability
Yes
Sustainability course is
Required
Description
MBA 692: Social, Legal, and Ethical Aspects of Business (3)
This course is structured to create an awareness of and sensitivity to the social, legal, and ethical issues which influence the management of business enterprises. Topics such as strategy and the nonmarket environment, nonmarket strategies and government institutions, government and markets, international business and nonmarket issues, and ethics and responsibility are considered.
Research Opportunities in Sustainability
Yes
Description
Barry Institute of Community and Economic Development.
www.barry.edu/biced
Career Overview
From The School
Barry's Career Services staff is available to help you with all aspects of your professional development. We work closely with faculty, staff, and employers to make sure you're prepared for today's workforce. We offer career counseling and an employment database, sponsor on-campus career fairs, and help you navigate the world of job hunting and career planning. In other words, we empower you to achieve professional success.
Average Starting Salary
$75,700
Accepted employment by 3 months after graduation
20%
Finding Jobs & Internships
Source Of Full-Time Job Acceptances
67%
Unknown
33%
Graduate Facilitated
Graduates Employed by Region
67%
South
33%
International
Job Function
| Job Function | % of Grads Seeking Employment Who Accept Jobs w/in 3 Months |
Median Salary | Mean Salary | Low Base Salary | High Base Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | 5% | $53,000 | $53,000 | $53,000 | $53,000 |
| Non-Profit | 5% | $70,000 | $70,000 | $70,000 | $70,000 |
Industries
| Industries | % of Grads Seeking Employment Who Accept Jobs w/in 3 Months |
Median Salary | Mean Salary | Low Base Salary | High Base Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | 10% | $90,000 | $90,000 | $60,000 | $120,000 |
Prominent Alumni
Gary Spulak
President, Embraer Aircraft of North America
Gregory Greene
Senior VP, Strategy - Ryder Systems
John Primeau
President - Valley Bank
Shaquille "Shaq Diesel" O'Neal
NBA player and champion, rapper, police officer
Craig Lemasters
President & CEO Assurant Solutions
Overview
From The School
The Andreas School of Business maintains a competitive tuition rate and participates in the full array of state and federal financial aid programs. The School also offers merit scholarships and graduate assistantships for both domestic and international students.
Dates
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Aid Package
$25,308
Average Scholarship / Grant Aid Package
$7,719
Students Receiving Some Form Of Aid
55%
All Students Receiving Scholarships / Grants
29%
New Students Receiving Some Form Of Aid
52%
New Students Receiving Scholarships / Grants
33%
New Students Receiving Loans
30%
Tuition Full-Time (per year)
Tuition (In-State)
$17,150
Tuition Part-Time (per credit hour)
Tuition (In-State)
$960
Expenses per Academic Year
Estimated Room And Board Off-Campus
$15,000
Academic Expenses
$1,500
Student Body Profile
Total Enrollment
119
Part Time
100%
Foreign Countries Represented
19
Demographics
Campus Life
From The School
At Barry, you learn within a community of students representing all compass points, ethnicities, and faith perspectives. Princeton Review ranked the School of Business the No. 3 business school that offers the best opportunity for minority students (2010), and U.S. News & World Report ranked Barry among the top 20 universities nationwide for campus diversity (2011). Barry's student body includes more than 4,600 full-time undergraduate and 4,200 graduate students.
More Information
% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
Internet Access for All Students
Yes
Admissions Office Contact
From The School
Campus and Location
Barry University's 122-acre, palm-tree lined main campus is in Miami Shores, Florida, just 5 miles from the ocean and a few minutes from the dynamic city of Miami. At the crossroads of the Americas, Miami has an enormous amount of cultural diversity. You'll find influences from Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe and more. It's a hub for international business, with more than 1,000 multinational companies.
Facilities
At Barry, you will find the facilities you need to enhance and support your studies. The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library has over 950,000 items and is a member of various statewide library networks. There is on-campus wireless Internet access, and the campus' main computer lab is available to all students. Campus facilities also include a fully equipped fitness center and outdoor sports and recreation complex, multimedia classrooms, and more.
Contact
Gustavo Cordeiro
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Coordinator
Address
Graduate Admissions
11300 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33161-6695
Abu Dhabi
11300 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33161-6695
Abu Dhabi
Phone
(305) 899-3100
Fax
(305) 892-6412
Email
admissions@mail.barry.edu
