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The Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) prepares students for a wide range of employment opportunities in public accounting, industry, finance, government and nonprofit organizations, and higher education. The program is designed to prepare graduates who:

• Possess knowledge and skills in professional accounting.
• Can successfully pursue professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CIA).
• Are capable of becoming leaders who exhibit high standards of professional ethical conduct.
• Are interested in pursuing doctoral and research studies.

Program Coordinator:

Jessica Peraza (for assistance with this application and admission process)
Phone: 909-537-4178
Email: jessica.peraza@csusb.edu

Dr. Taewon Yang (for Admissions)
Phone: 909-537-5704
Email: taewon@csusb.edu
Location: JB 459C

Dr. Vishal Munsif
Phone: 909-537-5757
Email: VMunsif@csusb.edu
Location: JB 217

Accountancy's Department Page | Accountancy's Bulletin Page

Application Requirements:

• $70 Application fee
• Prior college transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
• GMAT scores – minimum score is 470
• Personal statement

Application Deadlines:

Application Details:

In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;
• Business Aptitude Requirement: Applicants for the MSA must meet one of the following Business Aptitude Requirements listed below:
  • Submission of an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) as determined by the department. The current minimum acceptable GMAT score is 470 (with a minimum of 10% on both the GMAT Verbal and Quantitative percentile rankings). The current minimum acceptable GRE score of 298 (minimum 10% on GRE Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings); or
  • Proof of completion of a degree from an AACSB accredited college or university or Online Accounting Certificate Program (at CSUSB) with a minimum GPA of 3.2; or
  • Upon meeting other GMAT or GRE waiver criteria as set by the department.
• Recent CSUSB accounting graduates who meet admission requirements for the 3:2 Program option may request a GMAT waiver. Contact the MSA Director or department chair for details;
• Completion of the graduate entrance writing requirement;
• Academic motivation and personal qualification demonstrated through submission of a 200-250 word statement of reasons for wishing to pursue the M.S. degree in Accountancy at California State University, San Bernardino, and personal qualifications that will contribute to the successful completion of the program;
• Competence in the following prerequisite courses or their equivalents.

Program Description:

The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program provides post-baccalaureate students with a high-quality master-level education in the field of business administration. The program is designed to prepare promising students for positions of increasing responsibility and leadership through education in the broad scope of business. It is open to all qualified students regardless of undergraduate major. The degree program has three options, we invite you to explore each of these options to see which program best fits your needs:

• MBA - Traditional Concentrations (36 or 42 units): For qualified applicants seeking to develop in-depth, graduate-level knowledge in one or more specialized business areas. Concentration areas include: Accounting, Cybersecurity, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Global Supply Chain Management, Management, and Marketing Management
• MBA - Executive Concentration (30 units): For qualified applicants possessing early- or mid-career experience who seek to expand their professional knowledge and skills through graduate business education. 
• MBA – Executive Online (30 units): For qualified applicants possessing early- or mid-career experience who seek to expand their professional knowledge and skills through graduate business education. This is a fully online program offered through the College of Extended and Global Education.

The Executive MBA program Online requires 2 years of work experience in a managerial or professional capacity i.e., overseeing staff, major programs, budgets, administrative accounts, data, equipment/facilities, or resource management. Eligibility is based on a review of your resume. Your resume must outline relevant work experience with months and years, with specific job responsibilities describing your responsibilities.

• For on-campus programs (MBA - Traditional and Executive Option) email mba@csusb.edu.

• For more information about the MBA Online for Executive program, please visit the MBA Online website. Please verify your eligibility by submitting your resume to mbaonline@csusb.edu BEFORE submitting your Cal State Apply application.

 Program Coordinator:

Deloren West (MBA Academic Advisor)
Phone: 909-537-3392
Email: dewest@csusb.edu
Location: JB 134

Jessica Peraza (for assistance with this application and admission process)
Phone: 909-537-4178
Email: jessica.peraza@csusb.edu

MBA Online's Department Page | MBA Online's Bulletin Page

Application Requirements:

• $70 Application fee
• Prior college transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
• Letter of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Resume
• Interview (with MBA office)
• Optional: GRE or GMAT score (see application details)

Application Deadlines:

Application Details:

Suitability for admission to the program will be based on an examination of the entire application package. In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:

• Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a required minimum GPA of 3.0 calculated using the entire degree or the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units, which may include post-baccalaureate work. Students with GMAT/GRE scores and/or professional experience as defined below in item 7. Business Aptitude Requirement may be permitted to join with a 2.5 GPA;
• Personal  Statement:  Academic motivation and personal qualifications demonstrated through submission of a 200-250 word statement of reasons for wishing to pursue the MBA at California State University, San Bernardino and personal qualifications that will contribute to the successful completion of the program;
• Resume: Submission of a current resume;
• Letters of Recommendation: One letter of recommendation and an interview with the MBA office are required;
• English Proficiency for International Students: All international applicants who have not completed three years of full-time study at the secondary or post-secondary level where English was the language of instruction must also achieve an acceptable score, as determined by the MBA committee, ratified by the College Curriculum Committee, and in alignment with the Office of Graduate Studies requirements, on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or the IELTS exam, or must complete CSUSB's ESL program. The current minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550/PBT, 213/CBT, 79-80/IBT taken within the past two years; IELTS score of 6.5 taken within the past two years; or complete level 6 of CSUSB's Intensive English Program
• Work Experience Requirement for Executive Concentration: Minimum two years of substantive work experience as indicated by the Business Aptitude Requirement below​;
• Business Aptitude Requirement: Applicants for the MBA must meet one of the following Business Aptitude Requirements listed below:
  • Submission of an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) as determined by the MBA committee, ratified by the College Curriculum Committee, and conforming with Office of Graduate Studies requirements. The current minimum acceptable GMAT score is 470 (with a minimum of 10% on both the GMAT Verbal and Quantitative percentile rankings). The current minimum acceptable GRE score of 298 (minimum 10% on GRE Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings); or
  • Proof of completion of an accredited graduate degree (e.g. J.D., Ph.D., M.D) from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the graduate program; or
  • Minimum two years of post-undergraduate professional (defined as exempt level) and/or managerial (defined as responsible for scheduling, hiring, firing, evaluating, developing, and/or rewarding employees) experience; or
  • 3.2 cumulative GPA from an AACSB accredited undergraduate business program.

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Business and Data Analytics prepares students for important roles in business. Data analysts transform data into insights that enhance decision making is a key challenge for businesses of every size and in all industries. Job growth is expected at 25% in the decade ending 2029, putting Business and Data Analytics professionals in high demand.

Program Contacts:

Jessica Peraza (for assistance with this application and admission process)
Phone: 909-537-4178
Email: jessica.peraza@csusb.edu

Dr. Essia Hamouda (for curriculum and job outlook information)
Phone: 909-537-4418
Email: essia.hamouda@csusb.edu

Business and Data Analytics Department Page | Business and Data Analytics Bulletin Page

Application Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Personal Statement
• English Proficiency for International Students
• Resume
• Business Aptitude Requirement
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Application Details:

In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:

• Bachelor’s Degree: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above using the entire degree or the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units of coursework, which may include post-baccalaureate work. Students with significant GMAT/GRE scores and/or professional experience may be permitted to join with a GPA less than 3.0 at the discretion of the program coordinator.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Upload unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended. CSUSB students are not required to submit any CSUSB transcripts. However, if your transcript is not in English, you must also send a certified literal English translation of the transcripts along with the official original-language transcripts with proof of degree.
• Personal Statement: Academic motivation and personal qualifications demonstrated through submission of a 200- to 250-word statement of reasons for wishing to pursue the Master of Science in Business and Data Analytics at California State University, San Bernardino, and personal qualifications that will contribute to the successful completion of the program.
• English Proficiency for International Students: An applicant whose education has been in a language other than English must submit proof of English ability. They can satisfy this requirement in several ways:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL (iBT 79/80 or PBT 550) taken within the past two years.
  • IELTS exam score of 6.5 taken within the past two years, or
  • Complete level 4 of CSUSB’s Intensive English Program (IEP).
• Resume: Submission of a current resume. Ensure this document includes the months each position began and ended.
• Business Aptitude Requirement: Applicants for Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Analytics must meet ONE of the following Business Aptitude requirements:
  • 3.0 cumulative GPA from a regionally accredited undergraduate program
  • Minimum two years of post-undergraduate professional and/or managerial experience or industry-relevant certifications.
  • Proof of completion of an accredited graduate degree (e.g. J.D., Ph.D., M.D.) from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the graduate program.
  • Submission of an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
    • GMAT score of 470 (minimum 10% on GMAT Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings) or a minimum GRE score of 298 (minimum 10% on GRE Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings).
• Conditionally Classified Status: Students who meet all entrance requirements may be admitted to the program in a conditionally classified status.

Program Description:

The M.A. in Education with an option in career and technical education is designed to provide advanced and specialized education to personnel working in a variety of settings related to vocational education such as secondary, postsecondary, and private schools. The program should also meet the requirements for leadership positions in these facilities. The emphasis area courses offer the opportunity to focus on a particular area of personal interest. Up to 16 units of graduate-level courses from other programs (either at CSUSB or any accredited university) may be used as electives or, in some instances, substituted for program courses. The result is that we can custom design a program of study to meet almost anyone’s needs.
 
Program Coordinator: Dr. Viktor Wang
Phone: 909-537-5290
Email: viktor.wang@csusb.edu
Location: CE 322
Career and Technical's Department Page | Career and Technical's Bulletin Page
 
Application Requirements:

• $70 Application fee
• Prior college transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
• Statement of purpose
• Three letters of recommendation
• Teaching credential or teaching experience

Application Deadlines:

Application Details:

Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Prior to being admitted to the Master of Arts in Career and Technical Education Program in the College of Education, applicants must be admitted to the university as an unclassified graduate student. Application for admission to the university should be made at least three months prior to the date the applicant would like to begin taking courses.

Program Description:

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice is designed to serve the growing number of individuals who wish to further their education in the criminal justice system. Designed to serve students from a range of educational backgrounds, the program is open to students with bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice as well as those with degrees in related fields: psychology, administration, anthropology, sociology, or social sciences, for example. All of our required courses are offered online to accommodate various student schedules, making the program ideal for working students; several of our elective courses may also be held in the classroom.
 
Program Coordinator: Dr. Douglas Weiss
Phone: 909-537-5474
Email: dweiss@csusb.edu
Location: SB 209K
Criminal Justice's Department Page | Criminal Justice's Bulletin Page
 
Application Requirements:

• $70 Application fee
• Prior college transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• GRE (optional)

Application Deadlines:

Application Details:

The Criminal Justice Graduate Admissions Committee cannot assess applications until they have been reviewed by the Office of Graduate Admissions, have met university admissions requirements, and all letters of recommendation have been received. Applications will be evaluated on a competitive basis and enrollment is limited.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university

2. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 overall and 3.0 ('B') in the major

• If an applicant’s overall and major GPA are below the required 3.0 threshold, submission of available GRE scores will be required for consideration for admission. 

3. Admission to classified status requires the completion of the following prerequisite courses or their equivalents, completed with a grade of B- or better:

• CJUS 311 (3311), undergraduate Research Methods in Criminal Justice/Criminology
• CJUS 312 (3312), undergraduate Statistics in Social Sciences
• CJUS 598 (5598), Integrative Studies in Criminal Justice/Criminology 
  • Applicants who have not completed the above prerequisites may still be admitted with “conditionally classified” status but will be required to take the above-listed courses within their first academic year in the M.A. Program.

4. A brief statement of purpose (one to two double-spaced typewritten pages) describing the applicant’s preparation for graduate study and professional goals.

5. Three letters of recommendation from educators who are familiar with the student's academic work and potential to complete the program successfully. Letters must come directly from the writer.

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Analytics program is innovative in that it recognizes the real-world reality of the need for experts in both cybersecurity and analytics. Across the nation, employers are struggling to find qualified workers to fill the significant gaps in the cybersecurity workforce. In California alone, there are more than 72,000 job openings. Unfortunately, the national figures are even bleaker, with over 500,000 unfilled cybersecurity positions. Moreover, the number is significantly increasing at 36.5% through 2022.

Program Contacts:

Jessica Peraza (for assistance with this application and admission process)
Phone: 909-537-4178
Email: jessica.peraza@csusb.edu

Dr. Jesus Canelon Hererra (for curriculum and job outlook information)
Phone: 909-537-5706
Email: jesus.canelon@csusb.edu
Location: JB 241

Cybersecurity and Analytics Department Page | Cybersecurity and Analytics Bulletin Page

Application Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Personal Statement
• English Proficiency for International Students
• Resume
• Business Aptitude Requirement
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Application Details:

In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:

• Bachelor’s Degree: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above using the entire degree or the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units of coursework, which may include post-baccalaureate work. Students with significant GMAT/GRE scores and/or professional experience may be permitted to join with a 2.5 GPA.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Upload unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended. CSUSB students are not required to submit any CSUSB transcripts. However, if your transcript is not in English, you must also send a certified literal English translation of the transcripts along with the official original-language transcripts with proof of degree.
• Personal Statement: Academic motivation and personal qualifications demonstrated through submission of a 200- to 250-word statement of reasons for wishing to pursue the Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Analytics at California State University, San Bernardino, and personal qualifications that will contribute to the successful completion of the program.
• English Proficiency for International Students: An applicant whose education has been in a language other than English must submit proof of English ability. They can satisfy this requirement in several ways:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL (iBT 79/80 or PBT 550) taken within the past two years.
  • IELTS exam score of 6.5 taken within the past two years, or
  • Complete level 4 of CSUSB’s Intensive English Program (IEP).
• Resume: Submission of a current resume.
• Business Aptitude Requirement: Applicants for Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Analytics must meet ONE of the following Business Aptitude requirements:
  • 3.0 cumulative GPA from a regionally accredited undergraduate program
  • Minimum two years of post-undergraduate professional and/or managerial experience or industry-relevant certifications.
  • Proof of completion of an accredited graduate degree (e.g. J.D., Ph.D., M.D.) from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the graduate program.
  • Submission of an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
• Current Acceptable Exam Scores with a 3.0 GPA: GMAT score of 470 (minimum 10% on GMAT Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings) or a minimum GRE score of 298 (minimum 10% on GRE Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability percentile rankings).
• Conditionally Classified Status: Students who meet all entrance requirements may be admitted to the program in a conditionally classified status. Once students meet the minimum passing level of “B” for IST 6115 (or successfully complete a “credit by exam” for the course), they will be advanced to classified graduate standing in the program. Only fully classified students, however, may enroll in the other 6000-level core courses unless they have written consent from the IDS Department Chair.

Program Description:

The Master of Public Administration program at CSUSB is proud to be nationally accredited by NASPAA, the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration. The MPA is designed to prepare students for a career in administration in the public sector. The major objective is to provide the student with a generalist perspective of public administration systems and a capacity for excelling in management and executive positions. This degree is intended for graduate students and career employees seeking to devel­op and strengthen academic and professional skills for admission and advancement in the professional practice of public administration.
 
Program Coordinator: Dr. Robert Stokes
Phone: 909-537-5759
Email: robert.stokes@csusb.edu
Location: JB 456C
MPA's Department Page | MPA's Bulletin Page
 
Application Requirements:

• $70 Application fee
• Prior college transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Personal statement

 Application Deadlines:

 Application Details:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;
• A grade point average of 3.0 or above for the last 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of course work including post-baccalaureate courses. Students with a GPA of 2.75-2.99 may be admitted after reviewing scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
• Public Service employment experience. Students without public service employment experience must complete an internship before being advanced to candidacy.
• Academic motivation and personal qualifications demonstrated through submission of a 500-word statement of purpose for pursuing the MPA at California State University, San Bernardino. 

Program Description:
We are pleased that you are interested in pursuing the Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at California State University, San Bernardino via our online option, Pathway Distance Education Program. 
The Master of Social Work degree program prepares students to produce change within the lives of individuals, groups, communities, and nations.  
 
Program Coordinator: Dr. Carolyn McAllister
Phone: 909-537-5501
Email: cmcallis@csusb.edu
Location: SB 423B
MSW Pathway's Department Page | MSW Pathway's Bulletin Page
 
Application Requirements:
In addition to the university application, students must also
1)  Upload and submit the following documents.

• Practical Experience
• Field Documents
• Personal Statement and Vignettes
• MSW Prerequisite Course Sheet
• Pathway Distance Education Program

2)  Have three references (to be requested and completed through Cal State Apply).  Directions are outlined in the RECOMMENDATIONS TAB.
3)  Complete and submit documentation if you would like to be considered for any of the program options below*.

• Title IV-E Program
• Concurrent Degrees Program MSW/MPA**

*See QUESTIONS TAB for more information
**Prospective concurrent degree students need to be accepted under the current admission procedures for both the School of Social Work Master of Social Work Program and the Department of Public Administration, Master of Public Administration. 
If you would like to be considered for the Pathway Distance Education Program AND the MSW/MPA concurrent degree, continue with this application and include required documents for the Concurrent Degree Program MSW/MPA as indicated from the Documents TAB. 
4) Complete Questions outlined in the Questions TAB.

• Program Preference
• Program Option
• Cross-Cultural Experiences
• Required information for Field Education

5) Complete official transcript requirement*
 
Application Deadlines:

Application Details:

Admission to the MSW program is based on an examination of an admission application. In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific minimum requirements for admission consideration are:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; 
• A grade point average of 3.0 ("B") or better in all course work; or
• A grade point average of 3.0 ("B") or better in the last 90 quarter units or last 60 semester units; *A GPA of 2.8 or higher (cumulative or last 60-semester units/last 90 quarter units) may be considered with significant social service experience and overall application. 
• An academic background in the liberal arts; with social and behavioral sciences preferred;
• A year of full-time paid experience, and/or applicable internship or volunteer service in the field of social work (this requirement may be waived);
• Evidence of personal qualifications, motivation, and experience that indicate the likelihood of becoming a successful social worker; an autobiographical statement and three letters of reference from individuals who are familiar with the student's work, academic background, potential, and level of maturity;
• A course in each of the following:
  • Social Science Research Methods
  • Human Behavior Theory
  • Human Biology