Applicants must submit:

• Online graduate studies application.
• Official transcripts documenting Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Three letters of recommendation, including one from a supervisor in a professional work environment.
• Detailed resume outlining education, professional work experience, and professional development.
• Writing sample in the form of a personal essay responding to the following:
  1. Why have you decided to pursue the BHSU applied M.B.A
  2. Describe an ethical dilemma you have faced and how you resolved the issue.
  3. Describe an innovative idea that you have put into practice, the challenges you faced and how it was accomplished. 

           AND

• Evidence of one of the following:
  1. B.S. in Business Administration with cumulative GPA > 3.0
  2. Transcripts from undergraduate or graduate coursework with grades of B or better in three of any the following subject areas: Accounting, Management, International Business or Finance. 
  3. GMAT score (recommended)

Mailing Address:
Graduate Studies Office
Black Hills State University
1200 University St. Unit 9501
Spearfish, SD 57799-9501