Master of Business Administration (MBA)/ Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM)

Iowa State University

Earn a master of business administration (MBA) and a doctor of veterinary medicine degree (DVM) at the same time through our concurrent MBA program with the College of Veterinary Medicine. This degree helps you incorporate business skills relevant to the veterinary profession, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to be successful in your career. The DVM/MBA is a five-year program, resulting in a doctor of veterinary medicine degree and a master of business administration degree. Why combine these two programs? There are several major trends occurring in the veterinary profession that speak to the need for more business education, including: Integration and regionalization of veterinary practices. Development of corporate practices (veterinary franchises). Assumption of enterprise management of large-scale livestock operations. Increased utilization of veterinarians by the pharmaceutical and biologics industry in sales, marketing, management, and leadership roles. Recognition by the veterinary industry that veterinary practices must employ fundamental business practices to enhance revenue streams, increase the quality of patient care, and the quality of life for veterinarians.

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