The graduate student services team is here to support you during all steps of your journey including admission, onboarding, advising, career exploration, and beyond. We promote excellence in graduate education by helping students achieve their aspirations, impact greater society, and lead fulfilling lives through:

  • Individualized support.
  • Positive relationship building and skill development.
  • Exposure to diverse perspectives and experiences.

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Curriculum and course offerings

Master of Accounting

Master of accounting (MACC)
MACC degree requirements
MACC current course offerings

Master of Accounting Analytics

Master of accounting analytics (MAA)
MAA degree requirements
MAA sample program plan

Master of Business Analytics

Master of business analytics (MBAN)
MBAN degree requirements
MBAN sample program plan

Master of Entrepreneurship

Master of entrepreneurship (MEP)
MEP degree requirements
MEP current course offerings

Master of Finance

Master of finance (MFIN)
MFIN degree requirements
MFIN sample program plan
MFIN current course offerings

Master of Healthcare Analytics and Operations

Master of healthcare analytics and operations (MHAO)
MHAO degree requirements
MHAO sample program plan
MHAO current course offerings

Master of Real Estate Development

Master of real estate development (MRED)
MRED degree requirements
MRED sample program plan
MRED current course offerings

Master of Science in Information Systems

Master of science in information systems (MSIS)
MSIS degree requirements
MSIS sample program plan
MSIS current course offerings

Ivy MBA

Full-time MBA
Concurrent MBA
MBA degree requirements
MBA sample program plan
MBA current course offerings
MBA specializations

Professional MBA

Professional MBA (PMBA)
PMBA degree requirements
PMBA sample program plan
PMBA current course offerings
PMBA specializations

Executive MBA

Executive MBA (EMBA)

Concurrent Degree Options

Bachelor of accounting + master of accounting (ACCT-MACC)
Bachelor of business analytics + master of business analytics (BUSAN-MBAN)
Bachelor of business analytics + master of science in information systems (BUSAN-MSIS)
Bachelor of finance + master of finance (FIN-MFIN)
Bachelor of management Information systems + master of business analytics (MIS-MBAN)
Bachelor of management Information Systems + master of science in information systems (MIS-MSIS)
Bachelor of software engineering + master of science in information systems (SE-MSIS)
Concurrent MBA program for a variety of technical majors

Double Degree Options

Doctor of veterinary medicine + MBA (DVM-MBA)
MBA + master of accounting (MBA-MACC)
MBA + master of architecture (MBA-MARCH)
MBA + master of business analytics (MBA-MBAN)
MBA + master of community and regional planning (MBA-MCRP)
MBA + master of entrepreneurship (MBA-MEP)
MBA + master of finance (MBA-MFIN)
MBA + master of healthcare analytics and operations (MBA-MHAO)
MBA + master of science in information systems (MBA-MSIS)
Master of finance + master of real estate development (MFIN-MRED)

Graduate Certificates

Business analytics
Digital marketplace analytics
Enterprise cybersecurity
Entrepreneurship and innovation
Finance
Supply chain management

Graduate Minor

Business administration minor

 

Register for classes

  • Students register for classes one semester at a time, in consultation with your academic advisor and/or Director of Graduate Education (DOGE). You can register for classes in Workday, the university’s student records system.
  • For all the details and deadlines, visit the registration page. View Graduate Business current course offerings.
  • In Workday, you will receive a registration date and time, through the registration appointment that will determine when you register each semester.
  • If you have any problems registering, please contact your academic advisor or Lacy Greenfield, lacyg@iastate.edu.

Ivy Excellence, scholarships, and assistantships

Ivy Excellence graduate student positions

Ivy Excellence graduate student positions are offered to current graduate students enrolled in full-time programs at the Ivy College of Business. These positions are paid hourly and include job duties that are not directly related to a student’s academic program. In each academic year, we award 30-35 Ivy Excellence positions that help support work in the college.

Ivy Excellence students receive the following beneifts:

  • Hourly wage of $25/hour for 10 hours/week for a total of 170 hours each semester.
  • Ivy Excellence scholarship based on residency status.

Students are considered for Ivy Excellence awards at the time of admission. However, if openings become available, students may apply through the application. The application requires that you upload a current resume and cover letter. Positions are highly competitive and reviewed each semester. Students on assistantships are not eligible for Ivy Excellence positions.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students based on their programs. Scholarships are only available for full-time students, unless otherwise indicated.

All prospective students that submit a completed application are considered for the scholarships. There is not a special application form. If you are awarded a scholarship, you will be notified in your acceptance letter or later in a scholarship letter from the Graduate Programs Office.

Assistantships

Graduate assistantships are offered to highly qualified candidates admitted into Iowa State University, as full-time graduate students in master’s degree programs. Assistantships provide students unique opportunities to work directly with business faculty actively engaged in leading-edge research in their respective fields. Most assistantships are administrative and are quarter-time (10 hours/week) for a total of 170 hours. In each academic year, we award 30-35 graduate assistantships that help support our academic departments. Graduate assistantships are only awarded to students in full-time Ivy graduate programs.

Graduate assistants receive the following benefits:

  • Semi-monthly stipend.
  • C-based tuition, which is equivalent to resident tuition.
  • Tuition scholarship equivalent to 37.5 percent tuition (for 10 hour/week positions).
  • Reduction in student fees.
  • Health insurance coverage for the duration of the appointment.

For new students to be considered for a graduate assistantship, check “yes” on the application form where it asks, “Do you want to be considered for an assistantship?” Assistantships are awarded based on GPA, GMAT scores, work experience, and other notable achievements.

For current students to apply, fill out the Ivy College of Business Graduate Assistantship Application. The application requires that you upload a current resume and cover letter. Positions are highly competitive and reviewed each semester.

You can seek out other employment opportunities across campus. Check out CyHire for other department assistantship positions and hourly, on-campus employment.

For more information about Graduate Assistantships, please refer to the Graduate College website.

Loans

Most graduate programs are eligible for student loans. The type and amount of the loan depends on your personal circumstances. For detailed information regarding student loan options, please contact the Office of Student Financial Aid. To begin the student loan process, please complete the FAFSA.

Existing student loans can be deferred until you complete your graduate degree as long as you take a minimum number of credit hours per year. Please check with the Financial Aid Office to learn more, financialaid@iastate.edu.

Completing your degree

As you approach graduation, there are important steps you’ll need to follow. Students are encouraged to complete these steps as early in the semester as possible. See full details on the Graduate College’s graduation process.

  1. Submit Your Graduate Committee Membership. Instructions.
  2. Submit Your Academic Plan. Instructions.

As Workday is further implemented, the final steps for completion will be shared. Keep an eye out for more details on the Graduate College website, or contact your advisor.

Graduation events

As an Ivy graduate student you have a lot to celebrate! We know you’ve put in many hours of study and we are so proud of you! Invite your family, friends and cheering section to join you. At the Ivy College of Business convocation, hosted at Hilton Coliseum, your Ivy faculty and staff will be there to congratulate you and your peers.

During the 60-75 minute ceremony, you’ll sit with other students in your program, cross the stage as your name is read, have your picture taken, and receive a small gift. Seating is unlimited at Hilton and tickets are not required for admission. You’ll be invited to RSVP through email two or three weeks prior to convocation.

Diplomas are not handed out at the Ivy College of Business convocation ceremony, but rather can be:

Want more celebration? Consider attending the university graduate college ceremony. If you are a concurrent undergraduate/graduate student you may also attend your undergraduate program’s convocation event. There are many options for you to select from, but please RSVP so that event coordinators know to expect you.

Students who graduate in the summer have the option to attend the spring or the fall ceremony. Make sure you apply for summer since that is when you will complete all degree requirements. If you choose to walk in the spring, the “diploma/ceremony” option will be available in March. If you choose to walk in the fall ceremony, that option will be available in mid-June.

Graduates must wear full regalia for university ceremonies. You can rent or purchase your regalia at the University Bookstore. Watch a quick tutorial about how to wear your regalia.

Ivy graduate students will wear the following regalia:

  • Masters gown.
  • Drab masters hood.
  • Cap.
  • Black tassel.

Learn more on the university’s graduation FAQ page.

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Meet with your advisor

Graduate students in the Ivy College of Business have a strong support system of staff members. They are here for you every step of your journey, from admission to landing your dream career.

Graduate student resources

Explore our student resources

The graduate student resources are here to help you find the information you need to be successful at the Ivy College of Business.

Graduate Career Services

Our experienced staff will work with you to create and execute a search strategy, craft your resume and cover letters, prepare for career fairs and job interviews, improve your networking skills, and successfully negotiate offers.

Get involved with your network

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    The Community

    The Community is an online platform that is available through Canvas, Iowa State’s learning management system. Many students check this resource on a regular basis. All Ivy graduate students will have access created during their first semester. Check out information on registration, academic programs, resources on campus, and FAQ.

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    Case Competitions

    Case competitions offer a wonderful opportunity to travel and meet other graduate business students from all over the country. While most of the competitions are designed for MBA students, there are opportunities for information systems and business analytics students too.

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    Study Tours

    Travel the world while earning credits towards your degree. The Ivy College of Business offers many opportunities throughout the year for students to take their studies abroad, including study tours specifically designed for graduate students. Previous graduate study tours have included trips to the Philippines, Croatia, Italy, Spain, and many more.

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    Network and grow

    Want to meet others and explore your interests outside of the classroom? There are many clubs and organizations within Ivy that are looking for your leadership skills and want to help you expand your network. Many Ivy graduate students join the Master of Business Administration and Specialized Masters Association (MBASMA), which is designed to allow graduate students in business the opportunity to network with each other and business professionals. The MBASMA creates and pursues opportunities for students to develop the skills and behaviors required in business. Check out even more clubs below.

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    A welcoming community

    At the Ivy College of Business, we strive to build a welcoming, inclusive community and to prepare students for a diverse, global workplace. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, and graduating a diverse student body. 

  • Ivy-Writing-and-Speaking-Center

    Strengthen your communication skills

    At the Ivy Writing and Speaking Center it’s our goal to strengthen student communication skills and enhance critical thinking by offering opportunities for you to practice those crucial skills throughout your academic career.

Need more information?

Join us for an in-person information session or a webinar to learn more about the advantages of a graduate degree, including career outcomes and earnings potential.

Connect with us

Graduate Student Services

1420 Gerdin Business Building
2167 Union Drive
Ames, Iowa 50011
busgrad@iastate.edu
515-294-8118

 

Questions?

Send us an email: busgrad@iastate.edu or call 515-294-8118.