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Master of Business Administration

Obtain greater academic knowledge and professional competence at the graduate level in business administration when you pursue your Master of Business Administration (MBA). You may also customize your degree by choosing a concentration to further focus your studies.

Degree Focus

Your Master of Business Administration program offers graduate study of the functions and activities performed in profit-seeking as well as not-for-profit organizations. You will study with focus in areas such as operations, finance, marketing, accounting, and business strategy.

Career Opportunities

When you graduate with your MBA, you will be prepared for a career in which a broad background and general knowledge in the field of business are requirements. You will also have experience of advanced graduate work in critical areas. You may choose to enter or advance in one of the areas of business or industry for which your degree has prepared you, start your own businesses, or pursue careers with local, state, or federal government. You may also consider a career in the following industries:

  • For-profit businesses
  • Investment banking
  • Small business management
  • Government
  • Non-profit organizations

Admission Requirements/Prerequisites

  • Must have a regionally or approved nationally accredited Bachelor's degree with minimum 2.0 GPA. Please note: If you do not have coursework in accounting, economics, and finance, you will need to complete the Business 599 course. If you submit official transcripts indicating that you have earned a Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or have successfully completed undergraduate coursework in Economics, Accounting, and Finance with a grade of 'C' or higher in each, you will be exempt from the requirement to take BUS 599 Introduction to Quantitative Principles. Otherwise, BUS 599 is required for graduation and constitutes an additional 3 credits of required coursework.
  • English Language Requirement
  • Technology capabilities (minimally, students must have a computer with the following features and system configurations: Platforms: Mac OS X 10.2 or greater or Windows 2000, NT, or XP or greater; Hardware: 256 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, and 1 Gb free disk space; Productivity Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; Web Browser: Firefox, Netscape 6 or greater, Internet Explorer 5.5 or greater or Safari; Networking: 56k dialup modem, DSL, or cable modem; and Email: Outlook, Outlook Express, Mac Mail, Eudora, Entourage, or Yahoo/Hotmail/Google mail.)

Transferability

Transfer up to 9 semester credits from a regionally or approved nationally accredited college/university. Call now for more information at 866-711-1700.

Graduation Requirements

33 total semester credits (36 credits if you do not have transferable undergraduate coursework in Economics, Finance and Accounting that meets Ashford University's criteria.)

Online Format

You will take your classes one at a time for 5 weeks each, accelerating your path to graduation. Your course content is delivered in a high-tech format, and you can complete your weekly assignments when and where it's convenient for you thanks to the asynchronous online environment.

Cost*

You'll appreciate that Ashford University offers one of the lowest tuition rates available online. Your tuition is $515 per credit. Call today to learn more at 866-711-1700.

Payment Options

  • Cash Plan – 100% of tuition and fees paid prior to each course start date.
  • Tuition Reimbursement – If your employer offers a tuition reimbursement plan, we'll work with you to apply this great benefit toward your education.
  • Financial Aid – You may be eligible for financial aid. Talk to an enrollment advisor to find out if you meet the requirements to qualify.
  • Direct (Employer) Billing – If you work for a company approved for direct billing, you may qualify for this payment option.
  • Military Tuition Assistance – Includes active duty service and Veteran's Administration Benefits, such as GI Bill and Vocational Rehab if you qualify. Click here for more information on military benefits.

If this program sounds like it will fit your personal and professional goals, contact us at 866-711-1700 to learn more, or click here to request additional information.

* Tuition costs subject to change without notice.