How to Transition from BBA to MBA

Wondering if going from a BBA to an MBA is hard? We got your back! Our Faster Master's is designed to help you make a seamless transition from BBA to MBA in four years total. In your Bachelor of Business Administration classes, you'll learn the foundations of business that will get you a front-row seat in the business world. In your MBA, you'll expand on that knowledge to get more in-depth business skills to be the next great business leader. The best part? You won't just be stacking up your education - you could also be stacking up that salary. Cha-Ching!

Classes in the MBA are more rigorous, but with our small classes taught by expert professors, you’ll get mentorship from some of the best in the business – pun fully intended. The MBA is designed to help working professionals' level up their careers, so classes may draw on experiences you learned in your BBA or on the job.

To begin your Bachelor of Business, make sure you meet the admission requirements and complete your application. Then, you can meet with an advisor, plan your schedule and register for classes. One semester prior to completing your BBA, you can complete the exam requirements for your MBA. Already taking classes at TXWES? No problem! Consider the 5th year option and get your BBA in four years and your MBA with a concentration in either business administration, accounting, digital marketing, supply chain management, healthcare administration or data analytics in just 12 months.

Are GMAT/GRE/EA tests required at Texas Wesleyan?

Your hard work pays off, so if you meet one of the following requirements, you can skip the GMAT when applying for your MBA.

· Bachelor’s degree or higher with a GPA (overall or last 60 credit hours) of 3.0 or above
· 3 years of professional work experience and either a bachelor's degree with an overall GPA of 2.5 or last 60 credit hours GPA of 2.75
· Completed graduate degree with a GPA of 3.0 and above

If you don't meet the waiver requirements, no worries. There are two requirements you can complete:

· Bachelor's degree with overall GPA of 2.5 or have a GPA of 2.75 for the last 60 credit hours
· Minimum GMAT score of 500 or equivalent GRE score

You can take the GRE in place of the GMAT, the equivalent score of the GRE to the GMAT would then be calculated.

Plan to take your GMAT or GRE within your last semester of undergraduate courses!

Admissions decisions are based on an overall evaluation of the items listed to estimate an applicant's potential for success in the graduate program.

What are the differences between the GMAT and GRE?

According to Coursera, the GMAT is primarily used for business school admissions, whereas the GRE is accepted by a wider range of graduate programs, including those in business and law. In addition, the two tests differ in format, question types, testing policies and options for sending scores to schools.

The GMAT consists of four sections: Analytical Writing, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The in-person test allows you to choose the order of sections, while the online version has a fixed format. You can retake the GMAT up to five times in 12 months, with a total of eight attempts. Scores are given immediately for the online test, and you can't skip or change answers during the exam.

The GRE, administered by ETS, is used for admission to graduate programs, including business and law schools. It tests verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing. You can retake the GRE up to five times a year and choose which scores to send to schools.

The test has three scored sections: Analytical Writing (two tasks), Verbal Reasoning (two sections), and Quantitative Reasoning (two sections). Scores range from 130 to 170 for Verbal and Quantitative, and 0 to 6 for Writing. You can use an on-screen calculator for Quantitative and review/change answers throughout the test.

When deciding between the GMAT and GRE, consider your goals, strengths and what your institution of choice will require. If you're stronger in math, the GMAT might be a better fit, while the GRE may be a better choice for those with strong writing skills. The GRE allows you to skip and review questions, which some test-takers prefer. Taking practice tests for both can help you decide which exam suits you best. The GRE lets you choose which scores to send, while the GMAT sends all your scores to schools. Additionally, some employers, especially in business consulting, prefer GMAT scores. For working professionals, the Executive Assessment (EA) offers a shorter, more flexible alternative to the GMAT, but it is not a requirement at Texas Wesleyan University. While many universities might not require taking these exams, it could still strengthen your application or help you qualify for scholarships!