1164 Bishop Street, Suite 911
Honolulu, HI 96813
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Phone: (808) 544-1135
Fax: (808) 544-0280
Website:
www.hpu.edu/grad
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Statistics Enrollment: 1,135 Average Undergrad GPA: 3.20 Regular Application Deadline: 09/17 Rolling Admission: Yes Campus Surrondings: Metropolis Student Faculty Ratio: 20:1
Programs & Curriculum Weekend Classes Available: Yes Evening Classes Available: Yes Total Faculty: 96 Part Time Faculty: 38 Full Time Faculty: 58
Scholarships & Financial Aid Financial Aid Deadline: n/a Students Receiving Some Aid: 65%
School Says - General InformationHawai‘i Pacific University is a dynamic and innovative institution of higher learning strategically located in the heart of the Pacific Rim. Students are provided a rigorous and contemporary education with undergraduate degrees available in nearly 50 different areas. HPU's Center for Graduate Studies offers nine graduate degree programs, including the largest MBA program in the State of Hawai‘i. The university is a private, not-for-profit, coeducational, career-oriented postsecondary institution founded in 1965. Truly a global university, students at HPU hail from all 50 U.S. states and from more than 106 countries around the world. The experienced faculty challenges students with an exciting integration of theory and practical application. Hawai‘i Pacific University's goal is to provide students the knowledge and resources they need to become distinguished and productive leaders in their field of study, in the local community and throughout the world. Hawai'i Pacific University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The University is a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), recognized by the Hawai'i Commission of Postsecondary Education, and approved by the Hawai'i Board of Nursing. School Says - Student BodyThe College at a GlanceHawai‘i Pacific University is a dynamic and innovative institution of higher learning strategically located in the heart of the Pacific Rim. Students are provided a rigorous and contemporary education with undergraduate degrees available in nearly 50 different areas. HPU's Center for Graduate Studies offers nine graduate degree programs, including the largest MBA program in the State of Hawai‘i. The university is a private, not-for-profit, coeducational, career-oriented post-secondary institution founded in 1965. The experienced faculty challenges students with an exciting integration of theory and practical application. Hawai‘i Pacific University's goal is to provide students the knowledge and resources they need to become distinguished and productive leaders in their field of study, in the local community and throughout the world. Hawai'i Pacific University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The University is a member of the International Association for Management Education (AACSB), recognized by the Hawai'i Commission of Post-secondary Education, and approved by the Hawai'i Board of Nursing. StudentsHPU is a dynamic community of 7,626 undergraduate and 1,283 graduate students. The student body is comprised of individuals from all 50 U.S. states and more than 100 countries, making HPU one of the most culturally diverse universities in the world. This global influence results in a microcosm of the world's cultures: students learn from each other, build lifelong friendships and important future business contacts. All registered students are members of the Associated Students of Hawai‘i Pacific University (ASHPU), which is headed by elected officers and class representatives. ASHPU supervises many clubs, organizations, and activities, including a literary magazine, a student newspaper, a pep band, professional, cultural and social organizations, service societies, dances, luaus, and cheerleading. Graduate students may also participate in the Graduate Student Organization (GSO), a professional student organization that provides graduate students opportunities to meet and network with fellow students, faculty, staff, and leaders from the local business community. School Says - AcademicsHawai'i Pacific University's Master of Business Administration (MBA) offers the ideal balance of modern computer technology, leading business and management theory, and opportunities for practical application. Through core courses, concentration options, electives, two capstone courses, and an optional internship, graduate students gain a solid foundation in modern business and management principles. Within the 45-credit-hour curriculum, 27 credit hours are spent in the core to ensure an in-depth understanding of the latest developments in computer technology, business simulations, marketing and communication theory, and strategic planning. Because each MBA participant possesses varying career interests and goals, HPU students decide which elective courses they wish to pursue from ten different areas of concentration. Accounting/CPA
E-Business
Economics
Finance
Human Resource Management
Information Systems
International Business
Management
Marketing
Travel Industry Management
12-Month MBA
The 12-Month MBA is designed for full-time students who have completed an undergraduate business degree or have satisfied the necessary business pre-requisites at an accredited college or university. The program consists of 45 semester hours of full-time study with a fall entry only. The student's graduate education is divided into 4 terms (fall, winter, spring, and summer) and offers a distinctive combination of theory and practice. Students are provided with multiple opportunities for study across a variety of fundamental areas. Concentrations are not available in this 12-Month MBA Program, instead 12 semester hours of electives are required and will enable students to tailor the curriculum to address specific long-term career goals.
Weekend MBA for Business Professionals
HPU's 18-month Weekend MBA program is structured to accommodate the demanding lifestyle of working professionals. Recognized as a model for group-oriented learning that engages students in projects that hone leadership, communication, and collaborative skills, the program is intensely team-based and diverse with a cross-section of participants from Hawai‘i's leading businesses, including physicians, lawyers, and entrepreneurs. The Weekend MBA program includes a cluster of professional courses that focus on marketing, economics, accounting, quantitative methods, human resource management, and information systems. These courses are combined with a series of "contemporary" courses that examine twenty-first-century management challenges at both the micro and macro levels. Topics dealing with the global environment, change and innovation, team building, technology, and strategic planning are examined in detail and provide a unifying theme throughout the course of study.
FlexMBA
Hawai‘i Pacific University offers another option for aspiring non-traditional MBA students who have busy personal and professional lives. HPU's FlexMBA provides a tailor-made format for students who need flexibility in pursuing an MBA degree. The FlexMBA allows students to switch between full- and part-time study; attend evening, day, or weekend classes; meet with a personal advisor to plan their schedule; and arrange a convenient payment plan. Students also have a choice of seven start dates throughout the year.
Degrees Offered
Master of Business Administration
Master of Arts in Communication
Master of Arts in Global Leadership
Master of Arts in Organizational Change
Master of Arts in Human Resource Management
Master of Science in Information Systems
Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language
Master of Science in Nursing
Faculty
Hawai‘i Pacific University's faculty are noted scholars who conduct and publish research and come from some of the top academic institutions around the world. Eighty percent of the faculty hold doctorate degrees or the equivalent in their field of specialty.
The MBA faculty has distinguished academic backgrounds and relationships to the corporate world, bringing years of experience to the classroom. They make valuable contributions to business through leadership positions in professional organizations, executive development programs, consulting, and service on advisory boards. This hands-on involvement keeps HPU's MBA faculty in tune with today's business practices and emerging trends. With a student/faculty ratio of 18:1, professors can maintain their commitment to teaching excellence.
Master of Business Administration
Master of Arts in Communication
Master of Arts in Global Leadership
Master of Arts in Organizational Change
Master of Arts in Human Resource Management
Master of Science in Information Systems
Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language
Master of Science in Nursing
Hawai‘i Pacific University's faculty are noted scholars who conduct and publish research and come from some of the top academic institutions around the world. 80% of the faculty holds doctorate degrees or its equivalent in their field of specialty.
The MBA faculty has distinguished academic backgrounds and relationships to the corporate world, bringing years of experience to the classroom. They make valuable contributions to business through leadership positions in professional organizations, executive development programs, consulting, and service on advisory boards. This hands-on involvement keeps HPU's MBA faculty in tune with today's business practices and emerging trends. With student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, professors can maintain their commitment to teaching excellence.
School Says - Admissions
Admission to the MBA at Hawai'i Pacific University is based on academic ability and potential for success at the graduate level. Academic ability is evaluated by the applicant's past academic performance, recommendations, and performance on the GMAT. Although not required for admission, professional work experience as well as involvement in organizational or community activities may be used in the evaluation. A comprehensive approach is used when considering an application, and no one factor will exclude an applicant from consideration. The University is seeking students who have demonstrated the ability and motivation to do graduate level work.
Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or an equivalent degree from another country. All applicants must submit certified copies of their post-secondary work showing completion of the undergraduate degree, plus two letters of recommendation. These letters should be from professors, counselors, employers, and others who can attest to your achievements and potential for success at the graduate level.
Applicants who have not satisfied pre-requisite requirements may still apply to the graduate program. However, prior to beginning certain graduate-level courses, students may be required to complete the required pre-requisite courses.
The University has a rolling admission process and reviews applications throughout the year. In order to ensure adequate time for evaluation and correspondence, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted early.
When reviewing an application for graduate admission, the Admission Committee considers several factors including:
Completion of a baccalaureate degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited college or university
Undergraduate grade point average
Letters of recommendation
GMAT results
Work experience (if applicable)
Personal statement/essay questions
All applicants to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate program at Hawai‘i Pacific University must submit the following documents:
A signed and completed application form
U.S. $50 nonrefundable application fee
An official/certified transcript from every college or university attended, showing course work, grades, and conferral of bachelor's degree. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the college or university to Hawai'i Pacific University. Applicants may also submit official transcripts in an unopened envelope sealed by the college or university.
Personal statement/essay describing applicant's academic and career goals
Resume (optional)
GMAT scores (sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office)
Application materials should be sent to:
Hawai‘i Pacific University
Graduate Admissions
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 911
Honolulu, HI 96813
Telephone: 808-544-0279
Toll free: 866-GRAD-HPU
Fax: 808-544-0280
E-mail: graduate@hpu.edu
Students may also apply for Hawai‘i Pacific University's MBA program online by visiting www.hpu.edu/grad.
School Says - Campus Life
With two campuses on the island of Oahu, Hawai‘i Pacific University combines the excitement of an urban downtown campus with the serenity of a residential campus set in the green foothills of the Ko`olau mountains. The main campus is ideally located in downtown Honolulu, the business and financial center of the Pacific. Eight miles away, situated on 135 acres in Kaneohe, the windward Hawai'i Loa campus is the site of the nursing program, the marine biology, oceanography, and environmental sciences programs, and several liberal arts programs. Students can travel between the two campuses via the convenient HPU shuttle service.
There are also seven military campuses on the island of O'ahu located at Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Hickam Air Force Base, Schofield Army Barracks, Fort Shafter, Tripler Army Medical Center, Marine Corps Base Hawai'i--Kaneohe, and Marine Corps Base Hawai'i--Camp H.M. Smith to provide U.S. service members with educational opportunities.
To support graduate studies, HPU's libraries, with a collection exceeding 159,000 volumes, add an average of 2,500 volumes annually, 15 percent of which are on business topics. A significant number of business reference books, including national and international business directories, investment and financial services, accounting and tax information sources, and a collection of annual reports are available.
The University's accessible on-campus computer center houses more than 100 IBM-compatible microcomputers with stand-alone and networked configurations.
Career development and preparation is an integral part of Hawai'i Pacific University's MBA education. The University's key location in downtown Honolulu, in the heart of the business and financial community of the Asia-Pacific region, serves as an immense asset to MBA students seeking interaction with potential employers and mentors.
Hawai'i Pacific University's Career Services Center offers students professional support and consultations on services that range from career counseling to job preparation, job search assistance, employment listing, cooperative education and internships, and career opportunity referrals.
School Says - Cost Aid
Full-time status per semester for a graduate student is nine credits; however, tuition is calculated on a per-credit basis. Graduate tuition for 2003–2004 is $432 per credit hour.
The cost of books, supplies, health insurance and personal expenses is additional.
Life as a graduate student demands that much time be spent on campus attending classes, conducting research, participating in group meetings, and attending cultural events. Living near campus makes the obligations of graduate student life easier.
Hawai‘i Pacific University's on-campus housing options are open to graduate students, but most graduate students prefer independent off-campus rentals because of the convenient locations close to the downtown Honolulu campus. The University works closely with an apartment referral service to assist students in placement.
Hawai'i Pacific University offers several types of institutional graduate scholarships and assistantships to new, full-time, degree-seeking students. HPU's graduate scholarships range from 20 percent to 50 percent tuition waivers for one or two semesters. Graduate assistantships provide a 50 percent tuition waiver for one semester and require the student to commit to a 10-hour-per-week work assignment.
Federal Stafford Student Loans are also available. Hawai‘i Pacific University's Graduate Admissions Office will work with the Financial Aid office to assist students with preparation of necessary application forms.
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