MSBA vs. MBA - what is the difference?

Some schools offering Masters of Science in Business Administration rather than an MBA. What in the world is the difference? I can see the difference between, say, an MS in Management and MBA, or MS in Accounting and MBA, but not an MSBA and MBA...

Thanks.

 

"Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.B.A.)

The Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.) is designed to provide those who have completed an M.B.A. with an opportunity to pursue further study in an area of specialization subsequent to successfully completing the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.). The degree is available to only those holding M.B.A. degrees from institutions accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

Successful applicants are proven leaders who have a clear vision of their educational needs and how earning the M.S.B.A. will contribute to the further development of their career.

The program is tailored to the specific needs of each student and is especially valuable for graduates who are employed and desire additional knowledge in a specific area not thoroughly explored during the course of their M.B.A.

The degree may be completed on either a full- or part-time basis. Classes applicable to the degree are offered during both daytime and evening hours."

URL: http://www.marshall.usc.edu/msba/

 

This is not completely true...I work for a University at our MSBA program does not require you to have an MBA to enter into the program. Our MSBA is a tailored degree typically for people who are already in management positions and want to further there skills by obtaining a master's degree. Not every program is the same so do your research and see what suits you best. For me, I would base it on what I was going to use the degree for.