Majors

By the end of sophomore year, students are required to declare a major area of study. During junior and senior years, students must continue completing the Core Curriculum and the requirements for their chosen major area of study.

To graduate, students must have at least a 2.0 overall grade point average (GPA) and a 2.0 GPA in business and economics courses.

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Concentrations

In addition to their major, students may also choose to specialize in a concentration. Adding a concentration allows MBS students to specialize beyond their major field and learn essential skills for future learning and career development. 

To enroll in a concentration, visit the Undergraduate Programs Office in Room 213, Donald P. Corbett Business Building.

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Business Minors

Four business minors are available through Maine Business School to University of Maine students studying other disciplines. 

At least 50% of minor course work must be completed at UMaine. Students must have at least a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to declare a business minor with MBS, and must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all minor courses. A minimum grade of C- is required in the following courses: BUA 201, BUA 202, BUA 270, BUA 325, and BUA 350.

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Certifications

The Maine Business School offers students a number of opportunities to earn professional IT certifications. These certifications add value to your degree and provide demonstrated proof to employers that MBS students have the specialized technical skills they are looking for. 

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Bloomberg Market Concepts
MS Excel
SAP Student Recognition Award
TestOut Network Pro


Academic Programs

Maine Business School offers a 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with majors in accounting, finance, management, and marketing. MBS has been continuously accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business since 1974, one of only a few schools in New England with this credential.  Only 24% of all business programs in the United States have earned this accreditation, the gold standard for business schools. Explore MBS academic offerings below.

For more information on academic programs, visit the MBS Advising Center in Room 213, DP Corbett Business Building.