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Master of Science in Administration​
Program Description
The MSA program and the MSA Online program is designed for administrators, directors, and managers who may not have an undergraduate business background but desire graduate education to assist them in transitioning into management positions in their field. In recognition of this need, AIIAS offers the Master of Science in Administration (MSA) with emphases in Church Administration and Management Studies. The Management Studies emphasis is also offered
online
When to Begin
August or January
Admission Requirements
Hold a four-year baccalaureate degree or its equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a four-point scale).
Demonstrated English Proficiency (see
English proficiency
).
If deemed necessary, undergo an interview.
Prerequisites
Three years of full-time work experience.
Requirements
To complete the program and be awarded the degree of Master of Science in Administration, the student must satisfactorily meet the following requirements:
Complete 38 credits of course work as identified in the MSA curriculum below.
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
Successfully pass the comprehensive examination.
Complete the Service Learning requirements.
Demonstrate the acquisition of the MSA PLOs and Professional Competencies by building and presenting an e-portfolio.
Curriculum
The curriculum of the MSA degree is made up of 38 semester hours of coursework as explained below. To be awarded the degree the student must satisfactorily meet the following requirements:
Program Structure & Credits
Program Structure
Credits
Core
20
Elective from Business
Emphasis
Culminating
TOTAL
38
Curriculum
Core Courses (20 Credits)
Complete the following
seven
courses:
ACCT 501 Accounting for Managers
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and standards underlying financial and managerial
accounting systems. Several important concepts are studied in detail, including accounting cycle, cost concepts,
financial statement analysis, revenue recognition, inventory, long-lived assets, present value, and long-term
liabilities.
BUAD 691 Strategic Management
The theory and practice of strategic management. This course explores the theory and practice of strategic management, equipping students with critical business skills for planning and managing strategic activities. Key topics include determining the mission, purpose, and philosophy of an organization; developing an organization profile; conducting resource analysis; assessing the external environment; identifying various strategic options; making strategic analysis and choices; setting long-term and annual objectives; developing grand strategies; implementing strategic decisions, and reviewing and controlling strategic actions. BUAD 791 will also cover the latest strategic management practices through surveys and evaluations.
Note
: BUAD 691 serves as the capstone course for the MBA program and is typically taken in the final semester, following the substantial completion of all other requirements. This integrative course requires students to apply the skills and knowledge gained throughout their studies. BUAD 791 is designed for PhD in Education students specializing in Educational Administration.
BUIT 660 Management Information System
Students learn to establish, operate, and control integrated, computer-based information systems to support management decision-making. Topics discussed include structuring of information systems, hardware and software systems, quality assurance, information gathering, storage, retrieval, and control.
LEAD 610 Biblical Foundations of Leadership and Ethics
The course explores the foundational teaching and primary metaphors of leadership including theories, models, and concepts viewed in the context of God’s call on the covenant community in the redemptive history. Part of the course covers ethical philosophies, construction of framework for ethical decision, and application of ethical principles in one’s personal life and work place.
MGMT 502 Management
This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is on planning,
organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as
contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management.
FNCE 640 Managerial Accounting and Finance
Basic concepts of accounting and reporting, analysis, and interpretation of financial statement (working capital
and liquidity), variance analysis of income statements and expenditure, principles of time value of money, and
budgeting, an introduction to costing principles, and issues in strengthening the financial condition of an
institution or a business. (Not applicable to the MBA degree).
MKTG 615 Marketing Management
A course designed to enable the student to develop and implement marketing strategies. Both the local and global marketplace are considered in analyzing marketing opportunities; selecting target markets; designing marketing programs; and organizing, implementing, and controlling marketing efforts.
RESM 520 Academic Writing
Introduction to the art of academic discourse to prepare graduate students for writing theoretical and research papers, thesis, and dissertation.  Topics include proper use of sources, academic honesty, structure and language use, critical analysis and synthesis, organization, style and formatting, and the concept that writing is a process that is best learned through continual practice.  Use of a reference management system (e.g. Zotero, Mendeley, Citavi, EndNote) will be introduced.
Elective (3 Credits)
Elective from Business
Church Administration Emphasis (9 Credits)
Complete the following
three
required courses:
LEAD 630 Church Leadership and Administration
A study of leadership theories from various disciplines, as well as a biblical perspective on leadership principles
and development. The course studies the financial and administrative structures of the Adventist Church and
recommends procedures for church and mission administration. The Seventh-day Adventist Church Manual
and the Working Policy serve as basic resource materials for the course.
2 Electives from CHMN or LEAD
Management Emphasis (9 Credits)
Complete the following
three
required courses:
MGMT 612 Human Resource Management
This course studies the integration of human resource programs into organization strategy to support long-
term competitive strategies. The emphasis is on human resource planning, attracting, selecting and retaining
competent personnel, managing human resource flow, training and development, performance appraisal,
employee welfare and compensation, labor relations, collective bargaining, discipline handling, and dispute
resolution.
MGMT 626 International Business Management
Analysis of the nature and scope of international business in the global market economy. Topics covered include
international business environments, the framework for international transactions, global strategies, and cross-
cultural concerns in management.
MGMT 610 Organizational Behavior and Communication
Application of behavioral science concepts within a Christian ethics framework. The emphasis is on the
behavioral and communication aspects of individuals and groups for better organization performance. Topics
of interest include perception, values, attitude, motivation, group behavior, communication, leadership, power,
politics, conflict, organizational culture, and organizational change. The course links the behavioral
understanding of individuals and groups in developing effective communication strategy.
MGMT 624 Entrepreneurship
Principles, problems and issues in organizing a new venture in small business. Topics covered include creating
entrepreneurial spirit, generating business ideas, writing business plans, analyzing feasibility, financing startups,
organizing small scale businesses, and operating a new enterprise.
MGMT 676 Project Management
The course covers project planning and tracking, performance metrics and performance evaluation, as well as
recruiting, retention, career planning, team building, quality control, negotiation, risk analysis, and legal issues.
Culminating (6 Credits)
RESM 610 Research Methods
A survey of quantitative and qualitative research designs for conducting basic and applied research. The emphasis will be on the research process including, formulating and stating the problem, developing conceptual frameworks, planning and desgning the research, conducting the literature review, instrumentation, data collection procedures, basic data analysis, and researcher ethical and legal responsibilities. Students may be required to submit a mini research proposal.
Prerequisite:
RESM 520 Academic Writing.
BUAD 696 Research Project
Guided independent research project to demonstrate the student’s skills in research procedures, analysis, and
decision-making. Selected project formats may include theoretical or empirical studies, feasibility studies, case
studies, and the development of problem-solving approaches in other management functional areas.
Prerequisite: BUAD 610 Research Methods and completion of all required courses, or approval from the
department.
Core
20
Complete the following
seven
courses:
ACCT 501 Accounting for Managers
BUAD 691 Strategic Management
BUIT 660 Management Information Systems
LEAD 610 Biblical Foundations of Leadership and Ethics
MGMT 502 Management
MKTG 615 Marketing Management
RESM 520 Academic Writing
Electives
Elective from Business
Church Administration Emphasis
Complete the following
three
required courses:
LEAD 630 Church Leadership and Administration
Elective from CHMN or LEAD
Elective from CHMN or LEAD
Management Emphasis
Complete
three
of the following courses:
MGMT 612 Human Resource Management
MGMT 626 International Business Management
MGMT 610 Organizational Behavior and Communication
MGMT 624 Entrepreneurship
MGMT 676 Project Management
Culminating
RESM 610 Research Methods
BUAD 696 Research Project
Core Courses (26 Credits)
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Management
Raimond Luntungan, PhD Cand
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Financial Information for Master of Science in Administration
Estimated Tuition and Fees
$6,990 (ONLINE)
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