Plan Description
This dual degree, offered by the Lee Business School in collaboration with the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering, provides a unique opportunity for students interested in pursuing both an MBA and a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
The Lee Business School MBA Program is tailored for individuals seeking global career prospects and leadership roles, acknowledging the rapidly changing business landscape driven by new communication technologies and organizational structures. Success demands executives who can navigate complex challenges across functions and borders in today’s global marketplace.
The MBA program equip students with essential skills, knowledge, and tools to become visionary leaders in this dynamic environment. The curriculum emphasizes ethics, critical thinking, business communications, strategic planning, supply chain management, international business culture, information technology, leadership, and teamwork dynamics. Faculty and administration are committed to advancing business education and fostering economic vitality in Nevada and the Intermountain Region through teaching, research, and outreach.
Continuous quality improvement of the curriculum is a priority, with faculty employing a variety of teaching methods to best suit course objectives, including lectures, group discussions, seminars, case studies, computer simulations, and research projects.
The Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering provides students with a diverse array of degree options within Civil and Environmental Engineering, covering specialized areas such as Construction, Geotechnical, Structural, Transportation, and Water Resources/Environmental engineering. By offering this range of concentrations, the dual degree program enables students to tailor their education to align with their interests and career goals in engineering.
The comprehensive approach ensures that students not only gain a solid foundation in core engineering principles but also have the opportunity to delve deeply into their chosen area of specialization. With expertise in both business and engineering, graduate of the dual degree program emerge as versatile professionals capable of addressing complex challenges at the intersection of technology, innovation, and business strategy.
By combining business acumen with engineering prowess, students are uniquely positioned to drive innovation, lead interdisciplinary teams, and spearhead projects that require a holistic understanding of technical and managerial aspects. Whether developing sustainable infrastructure, optimizing transportation systems, or managing large-scale construction projects, graduates are equipped to excel as innovative leaders who can effectively navigate the complexities of modern business and engineering landscapes.
This integrated approach enhances students’ career prospects and empowers them to make meaningful contributions to society by holistically solving real-world challenges.
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Plan Admission Requirements
Application deadlines
Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.
The admission requirements for the dual degree are the same as those stated under the original programs linked below:
-Master of Business Administration
-Master of Science in Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering
See the Application Process section under the MBA and MSE CEEC programs linked above.
Applications will be reviewed by representatives of both Lee Business School and CEEC department, in an independent process within each college.
Applicants must be admitted to both Lee Business School and CEEC department to qualify for the dual degree program for that term.
If denied by one program, the applicant will have the option of proceeding with a single degree program with departmental approval.
All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements. Students are accepted into a degree program as described in the Graduate Catalog.