Jan 27, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Bulletin

Business Administration - Interdisciplinary Business Concentration, MBA and Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management, MA


   Program Codes: MBA_305G , MA_258A  

CIP Code: 52.0201


CIP Code: 42.2804


Program of Study for Dual Degrees


Students interested in pursuing this dual degree option must meet the admission requirements of both programs. Use the Program Code links above to access each program’s specific admission requirements.

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School for both programs. Meeting these criteria does not guarantee acceptance.

Course Requirements for the Dual Master of Business Administration and the Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management


Total Required (Minimum 61 Credits)


Note


Students are required to work with both program advisors each semester to determine appropriate program of study and course scheduling.

Differential Tuition


Students enrolled in this dual degree will pay an additional tuition amount above the regular graduate tuition rate for some or all courses taken. For more information about differential tuition, please refer to http://studentaccounts.appstate.edu/tuition-and-fees

Other Requirements for the Dual Master of Business Administration and the Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management


Thesis: Not Required

Proficiency: Statistics proficiency met by completion of PSY 5020 Â 

Candidacy: Required for MBA. Not required for MA IOHRM.

Comprehensive: Required for MA IOHRM - Each candidate will satisfactorily complete a comprehensive oral exam administered by Program Faculty

Product of Learning: None required