Master of Management Practice

Official Application Deadlines

Spring 2009:

Rolling Admission Starting: October 5, 2009

Admission Deadline:  December 4, 2009 (Including all paperwork)

The Master of Management Practice (MMP) requires a baccalaureate degree with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.  In the case of international applicants, a successful TOEFL score is required if English is not the official language in the country of origin or the candidate did not graduate from an American university. If an applicant‘s cumulative grade point average is below 3.0 in undergraduate or graduate studies, a separate letter must be included with the application packet. This letter, addressed to the Graduate Admissions Committee, should be approximately a page in length and explain the circumstances that contributed to earning grades below the required 3.0 GPA.

GMAT/GRE Exam
The GMAT/GRE exam also is required with a minimum 500 GMAT score or a minimum 450 GRE score (on each subtest). Scores must not be more than five years old. If exams are taken more than once, only the top score is taken into consideration. Your application for the MMP Program will be considered complete only after official GMAT scores have been received.

If you have previously taken the GMAT/GRE but have not had your scores reported to Colorado State, you will need to request that your test results be sent to the University. If you have not taken the GMAT, register to take the test and have the results sent to Colorado State University. You can register online or call 1-800-717-GMAT. http://www.mba.com/mba. If you have not taken the GRE, register to take the test at www.GRE.com or by calling (970) 491-6498, and have the results sent to Colorado State University.

GMAT Waiver Petition

An applicant with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in undergraduate work (3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours may be acceptable) and at least 8 years of full-time professional work experience that shows a progression in responsibility or a graduate studies degree may petition for a waiver to the GMAT. The GMAT Waiver Form (pdf version) must be completed, signed and submitted with your application packet that is mailed to the College of Business. Please note that one of your three references is required from individual who can attest to the content and accuracy of your resume. Please note the recommendation form below has a specific question to be completed by this designated individual. The petition is subject to the approval of the Graduate Admissions Committee.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
TOEFL scores are required for international applicants. An applicant is exempt from the TOEFL requirement if the official language of his or her country is English or if the student has recently earned a degree from an American university. A minimum score of 565/227/86 is required on the TOEFL.

International applicants are evaluated on the same admission criteria as resident applicants, with the addition of the TOEFL. To receive information on taking the TOEFL contact:

TOEFL Services
Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541-6151, USA
(609) 921-9000

Recommendation Letters

Three (3) recommendations should be solicited from individuals who can objectively comment on your performance in an academic or professional setting. The optimal recommendation will address the capacity in which the recommender knows you, your strengths and accomplishments (including examples that demonstrate your integrity, perseverance, courage and/or compassion, your weaknesses or areas of improvement, and your aptitude for advanced study or potential to become a successful manager and leader. These recommendations should come from your supervisor or manager, co-workers or peers, former professors or other individuals who are able to judge the applicant's strengths as well as on-the-job or academic performance. Applicants are discouraged from using friends and relatives for recommendations.

The recommendations may be sent directly to the College of Business in hard copy or via facsimile, to the applicant for inclusion in the application packet, or the reference may have an electronic signature affixed and emailed.

Application
The College of Business uses a self-managed application process to allow you more control over the timing and completion of your application. The Graduate School Application Form will come directly from the Graduate School to the College of Business.

The decision to admit an applicant is based on an evaluation of the candidate's potential for the successful completion of the graduate business program, the ability of the candidate to add to the perspective of the class, and the school's ability to accommodate a limited number of students. A primary goal of the Colorado State University graduate programs is to select a richly diverse set of candidates with various degrees and experiences.

 
Transcripts
A complete application packet must include two official transcripts from each college or university you have attended. If credits were transferred to the degree institution from which you received a degree, transcripts from prior programs must accompany your application.

International applicants must submit official transcripts and degree statement with a certified translation into English from each college or university attended. Documents must show courses and final examinations taken, marks received for each year and degree or diploma received.

Note: When you receive your transcripts do not open the envelope in which they arrive. The official transcripts must remain in sealed envelopes and be included with your application packet.

Cover Letter
A cover letter should accompany your application; this letter should address your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree as well as those points from your background and experiences that bring value to the program.

Résumé

A résumé describing each fulltime professional position you have held is required. It is important that your resume show the length of time for each position held. Be certain that each position shows the month and year you started and the month and year that you left the position. Also, include a reference at each place of employment, so that we may verify your length of employment, position and responsibilities, if required.

International students, please provide the city, state (if applicable) and country for each of the position held and the length of time of your employment in that location. Additionally, make sure the country is noted for all educational institutions.

College of Business Applicant Data Sheet

The College of Business Applicant Data Sheet is important as it provides supplemental information not gathered on the Graduate School Online Application.

The Applicant Data Sheet is available for completion online; this form is used for the Distance and Professional MBA, MAcc, MMP and MSBA-CIS programs.  Please fill it out completely to facilitate completion of your application packet and the admission process.

 
Applicant Data Sheet for MSBA-GSSE program applicants.

 

For admission questions email: Tonja.Rosales@colostate.edu

For Program Information email: csuMMP@biz.colostate.edu

For further information on the admissions process, we invite you to follow the Application Checklist link.