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In today's context of globally integrated and interdependent businesses, ubiquitous information technologies, and a mobile workforce, it is critical that graduate education provides students opportunities to develop integrated business and technology skills. The primary purpose of this dual degree program is to provide this integration by enabling students to complete the MBA and MS in MIS degrees simultaneously. This track is designed for dedicated students who are willing to take on the challenges related to graduate education from two perspectives—business administration and management information systems. As such, this program involves intensive preparation in both business administration and information systems and a specialization in an area that combines both backgrounds. The dual degree program requires a minimum of 55 hours of course work beyond foundation requirements. Students who wish to pursue this option must work closely with an adviser to develop an integrated plan of study at an early stage. Students who complete the dual degree program will receive two degrees, two diplomas, and will have both degrees recorded on their transcript.

The MBA/PharmD dual degree program is designed for pharmacy students who desire to possess both clinical skills and an understanding of business management, leadership, and strategic decision making. Graduates will be prepared to anticipate change and to make decisions that balance patient outcomes and the overall cost of care.

The MBA/MPH dual degree program is designed for students who desire specialized expertise and training in public health management and administration. Graduates will be equipped to work in a variety of public interest arenas, commercial or industrial employment, hospitals or insurance settings, or in universities.

Dentistry professionals equipped with both clinical expertise and a solid grasp of business management, leadership, and strategic decision-making will be well-prepared to tackle the challenges of the modern healthcare environment. Students jointly pursuing education in the dental profession and in business are thoroughly prepared to manage a practice efficiently, make informed financial decisions, and lead with confidence in the healthcare industry.

In a world with increasingly more data, the quantitative focus of the graduate economics degree is increasingly attractive to students and employers. Businesses generate data at an unprecedented rate, and the econometric and modeling skills of an applied economics degree allows graduates to make sense of business data in a systematic and scientific way. This specialization is enhanced with the broad knowledge provided by an MBA degree. Students in the MBA program demonstrate basic proficiency in a number of business-related disciplines, including marketing, management, accounting, and finance. This wide domain of knowledge allows students to apply the analytical skills learned in economics courses to a wider set of business problems, thereby adding value to their organizations. Students who wish to pursue this option must work closely with an advisor to develop an integrated plan of study at an early stage. Students who complete the dual degree program will receive two degrees, two diplomas, and will have both degrees recorded on their transcript.

The mission of the MBA program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is to prepare students to contribute significantly to organizational productivity through learning experiences, emphasizing the application of sound and innovative business techniques. By acquiring the knowledge and abilities necessary to be a problem solver who is influential, innovative, and socially responsible, the graduate of the UNO MBA program will be an effective leader in enhancing organizational capabilities. The graduate will be well prepared for a responsible management position and will have an understanding of the technological and global business environment.

The health care industry is an ever-changing landscape, requiring those in leadership positions to navigate complex issues associated with patient care, operations, change management and public policy, to name a few. Allied health professionals comprise approximately 60 percent of the total health care workforce, and together provide the fundamental framework critical to the success of the American health care system. Students jointly pursuing education in an allied health profession and in business are uniquely prepared not only for health care practice, but also for taking on key decision-making roles in health care organizations.

The health care industry is an ever-changing landscape, requiring those in leadership positions to navigate complex issues associated with patient care, operations, change management and public policy, to name a few. Allied health professionals comprise approximately 60 percent of the total health care workforce, and together provide the fundamental framework critical to the success of the American health care system. Students jointly pursuing education in an allied health profession and in business are uniquely prepared not only for health care practice, but also for taking on key decision-making roles in health care organizations.

The health care industry is an ever-changing landscape, requiring those in leadership positions to navigate complex issues associated with patient care, operations, change management and public policy, to name a few. Allied health professionals comprise approximately 60 percent of the total health care workforce, and together provide the fundamental framework critical to the success of the American health care system. Students jointly pursuing education in an allied health profession and in business are uniquely prepared not only for health care practice, but also for taking on key decision-making roles in health care organizations.