All Students in the MBA program are required to bring a laptop to class that meets the specifications by the Walton College of Business Technology Center staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista Business edition
• Anti-virus software (the University of Arkansas makes Symantec Anti-virus available free of charge to all students)
• Wireless Network Card (NIC) 802.11 b/g
• 80GB hard drive minimum
• At least 1 (one) GB RAM if using Windows XP. At least 2 (two) GB RAM if using Vista.
• Microsoft Office Suite Professional (Office 2003 or Office 2007)
• Other software packages depending on course specifications

If you already own a laptop or if you have a company-issued laptop and it meets or exceeds the specifications for the program, and then you may use it for the MBA program.

If you need to purchase a laptop, you have two options:

1. Purchase a laptop computer through the University of Arkansas computer store. Various models will be available at different price levels. These are educational prices and represent a discount versus retail or list price.
2. Purchase a laptop computer on your own through the manufacturer of your choice, making certain it meets the above specifications.

Proficiency in practical computer programs is necessary

Skills needed are:

• Able to easily navigate on the internet
• Strong experience with Microsoft Word
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Familiar with Microsoft Access
• E-mail