Physics and Business have long history together since several financial models were developed by physicists based on physical models. For example, the “Random walk” theory in physics has the same basis as that used in the “Theory of Speculation” in finance. Over the years, Physicists have had successful careers in Business related companies, Wall Street as quants - as well as in start-ups and technology related businesses. The American Physical Society has placed emphasis on the role of Physics in Business. The Institute of Physics (IOP), in its online publication, Physics World, has a section dedicated to Business and Innovation. Haig Farris, one of Canada’s most famous venture capitalists, says “Business is Physics.” As businesses become more and more complex, in addition to an MBA, there is a demand for professionals who understand and use the complex mathematical models that are the backbone of complex decision making and can help mitigate risks, enhance the smooth running and success of large and small businesses. In the ongoing so-called 4th Industrial Revolution, B.S. Physics/MBA provides the requisite skills and knowledge to students and prepares them to meet the complex challenges in businesses, especially in technology related Institutions and provide the analytical and business skills required. Students from this program can choose to enter any thevarious career pathways (General Business, Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Accounting, Supply Chain, and Sports Management) provided by this program.
Eligibility
Students typically apply during their junior year of study and must meet the requirements specified below:
- Have at least a 3.3 cumulative grade point average.
- Completed 60 earned credit hours by the end of the Fall semester of their junior year. At least 30 credits must have been earned at Central.
- Meet the M.B.A. program admission criteria.
Eligible students can apply for admission to the Accelerate Central B.S. Physics/ M.B.A. Program during their junior year of study. Selected students may be able to complete a B.S. in Physics and an M.B.A. in as few as five years on a full-time basis. For students who are officially admitted to the Accelerate Central B.S. Physics / M.B.A. Program, two three (3)-credit M.B.A. core courses will replace two three (3)-credit undergraduate elective courses. In addition, up to two three (3)-credit graduate courses may be taken before matriculation as a graduate student; these 2 courses will be excluded from the student’s B.S. program and transferred into the student’s M.B.A. program.
Students who are accepted into Accelerate Central B.S. Physics / M.B.A. Program will officially matriculate into the School of Graduate Studies the semester immediately following conferral of their Bachelor's degree, even if they have already taken graduate-level courses while completing their Bachelor's degree. Students wishing to defer their graduate studies must notify Graduate Recruitment & Admissions of this decision prior to the start of the term following the conferral of their Bachelor's degree.
How To Apply
Students will submit Change of Major form, a current resume and one recommendation letter from a Central Physics professor to their undergraduate advisor by March 1st of their Junior year.
The documents will go through the popper parties for review and approval, including the Graduate Program Director. Once the form has been approved by all required parties, the Registrar's Office will change the student's undergraduate curriculum to note the Accelerate Central program.
It is highly recommended to apply early for admission to this program to receive dedicated advising.
Program Courses
Please see https://www.ccsu.edu/programs/physics-bs/curriculum-physics-bs option 6. A minor in Business is obtained as part of the program.
MBA Program Courses
Please see https://ccsu.smartcatalogiq.com/current/undergraduate-graduate-catalog/masters-degree-programs/business-administration-mba/ for MBA Program Core Courses and Tracks - Career Pathways