The URI Blue MBA program is a dual-degree program that merges the Master of Business Administration (MBA) with the Ocean Science Graduate Certificate, Ocean Policy and Science Graduate Certificate, Graduate Certificate in Coastal Resilience, or Master of Oceanography (MO). This is the first program of its kind in the United States, and provides the knowledge and skills needed to develop business models to ensure an environmentally sustainable world for a broad range of industry sectors, companies and organizations. Twelve credits earned in the Master of Oceanography or certificate programs count directly towards the 36 credits that make up the MBA program.
In the Blue MBA you will apply critical and strategic thinking to current, real-world problems like coastal resilience and ocean innovation opportunities through coursework led by faculty from URI’s internationally recognized Graduate School of Oceanography, College of Business and department of Marine Affairs.
Students successfully completing the Blue MBA program are prepared to strategically address the broad spectrum of environmental challenges facing the global business community. This program is particularly beneficial to those seeking management careers in industries including the following:
- Energy
- Ocean Technology and Engineering
- Hazard Risk Management
- Water Resources
- Fisheries
- Marine Navigation and Tourism
- Ocean and Human Health
Students take courses in business, oceanography, and economics.
MBA + Blue Certificate and Dual Degree options
The Blue MBA is flexible, it combines the URI MBA with one of these academic options:
- Dual degree MBA/MO
- Certificate in Ocean Policy & Science (non-STEM) + MBA
- Certificate in Ocean Science (STEM) + MBA
- Certificate in Coastal Resilience (STEM or non-STEM) + MBA
The URI Blue MBA is a collaboration between the College of Business, Graduate School of Oceanography and department of Marine Affairs.
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