You envision a future innovating and leading in the business world. Getting you right where you want to be, Clarkson University’s 3+1 Business Administration BS/MBA Accelerated Program will fast track your business career and empower you to complete both your bachelor's in business administration and master's in our Top 100 residential MBA program in just four years. Embark on an impactful career from the moment you set foot on campus and get accepted into two programs at once.
What to Expect in Clarkson's 3+1 BS/MBA Accelerated Program
When applying to Clarkson for undergraduate admissions, you will also apply to our residential MBA program with an additional application.
Upon fulfilling all admission requirements and academic criteria in your undergraduate program, you'll enter our Master's of Business Administration program with no further application required.
Build your path towards your goals with support from the dedicated 3+1 program faculty advisor. You will select coursework aligned with your interest and goals, including graduate coursework that you'll start in your third year. Upon completion of the program, your skill set will be refined, business acumen industry ready, and outcomes that you expect from Clarkson University.
U.S. News & World Report recognizes our graduate MBA program as among the best in the nation. University placement rates attest to this distinction and the quality and rigor of a Clarkson education: 98 percent of graduates pursue employment in their respective fields. Commit to this career path and become a part of our prestigious legacy.
Special Advising
At the David D. Reh School of Business, we pride ourselves on the personalized attention that each student gets. One of our strongest features is academic advising. Every undergrad is assigned an academic advisor at the beginning of their studies. You are required to meet with your advisor at least once per semester and are encouraged to meet with them on a regular basis.
The academic advisor does more than ensure their students meet the requirements to graduate. They help them transition into college life and integrate into the community. They can answer questions about the curriculum and evaluate each student's progress. Academic advisors also help students find opportunities, like study abroad programs, and connect them with resources like the Student Success Center.
Students in the 3+1 Accelerated Program will receive all the support they need to stay on track and complete their studies on time.
Eligibility
There are eligibility requirements for all students looking to participate in the 3+1 BS/MBA Accelerated Program, including:
must be an incoming first year student to Clarkson University
must apply to Clarkson University using the Common App or Clarkson App
must have a high school GPA of 90 or above
must complete an additional 3+1 BS/MBA Accelerated Program questionnaire after applying to Clarkson, and may be subject to a virtual or in person interview
To maintain eligibility for the residential MBA graduate program, students must:
complete a BS in business administration from Clarkson University
maintain a 3.3 or higher GPA during their undergraduate studies at Clarkson University
confirm interest in pursuing the MBA program formally through a short process
The 3+1 program at Clarkson University has prepared me for my future as a professional in my field faster than I would have ever imagined. I’ve been able to learn and apply a wide range of skills in projects that have raised my confidence in my ability to perform difficult tasks. Even though I was busy with the coursework and the responsibilities the program has, I was still able to embrace student life on campus. From learning finance and optimization to watching Golden Knights Hockey, my time at Clarkson has been invaluable to my growth as a community member and leader.
Brandon Winter3+1 Business BS/MBA '23
Curriculum
EC 150 Principles of Microeconomics (3 credits)
SB 113 Entrepreneur and Business Innovation I (3 credits)
Science Course (one must be with lab) (3 credits)
UNIV190 Clarkson Seminar (3 credits)
MA 180 Intro to College Math (4 credits)
First-Year Seminar (1 credit)
Total credits: 17
EC 151 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits)
IS 110 Intro to Business Intelligence and Data Analytics (3 credits)
Non-Business Elective - Knowledge Area (3 credits)
Science Course (one must be with lab) (3 credits)
MA 181 Basic Calculus (prerequisite: MA 180 or MA 120) (3 credits)
Free Elective (3 credits)
Total credits: 18
OS 286 Organizational Behavior (3 credits)
AC 202 Financial Accounting (3 credits)
LW 270 Law and Society (3 credits)
Non-Business Elective (3 credits)
STAT 282 Statistics (3 credits)
AC 203 Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
Total credits: 18
FN 361 Financial Management (3 credits)
MK 320 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
OM331 Operations and Supply Chain Management (3 credits)
EC 311 Intro to Econometrics (3 credits)
Non-Business Elective - Knowledge Area (3 credits)
Free Elective (Business or Non-Business) (3 credits)
Total credits: 18
Non-Business Elective (3 credits)
Non-Business Elective (3 credits)
Total credits: 6
OS 352 Strategic Human Resource Management (3 credits)
Free Elective (3 credits)
Professional Elective (3 credits)
Professional Elective (3 credits)
Professional Elective (3 credits)
Free Elective (option over in the summer) (0-3 credits)
Total credits: 15-18
OS 432 Organizational Policy and Strategy (3 credits)
Free Elective (3 credits)
Professional Elective (3 credits)
MBA Elective (Professional Elective) (3 credits)
UNIV 399 Global Business Trip (3 credits)
MBA Elective (Professional Elective) (3 credits)
Total credits: 18
Non-Business Free Elective (3 credits)
Free Elective (0-3 credits)
Total credits: 3-6
OM 602 Decision Analysis (2 credits)
SB 609 Corporate Ethics (2 credits)
Waiver of up to three modules based on discipline sequencing:
IS 605 Business Info Systems (0-2 credits)
FN 607 Financial Management (0-2 credits)
MK 609 Marketing Management (0-2 credits)
EC 604 Managerial Economics (0-2 credits)
OS 608 Organizational Behavior (0-2 credits)
AC 603 Managerial Accounting (0-2 credits)
OM 606 Supply Chain Management (0-2 credits)
Total credits: 12
OS 610* Strategic Planning (2 credits)
MBA Elective (3 credits)
MBA Elective (3 credits)
MBA Elective (3 credits)
Experiential Requirement (SB 693 or SB 696) (3 credits)
Total credits: 14
*Two MBA electives double count as MBA and as Professional Elective
Waivers will be based upon the course work below (and in consultation with Reh School course listings)
FN 607 = FN 361 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
MK 609 = MK 320 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
OS 608 = OS 286 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
EC 604 = (EC 150 + EC 151) OR EC 350 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
AC 603 = (AC 202 + AC 203) OR AC 205 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
OM 606 = OM 331 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
IS 605 = IS 110 + one additional 300 or 400 level course from list or with Dean's approval (new course introduced or if independent study or professional project)
