Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Mary Baldwin University

A New Kind of Business Leader

Meet the Lean MBA. At Mary Baldwin University, we treat your time like the scarce resource it is. Our online MBA is built around what actually moves your career forward — 30 focused credit hours, no padded electives, and six starts a year — so you start sooner, finish faster, and get back to work.

Designed for working professionals, the program is 100% online and largely asynchronous, with optional real-time discussions and guest speakers. It’s an MBA that practices what it teaches: focused, efficient, and built for momentum.

Your Future Starts Here

Turn your passion into a purpose-driven career

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Why Earn Your Online Master of Business Administration at MBU?

MBU’s online MBA program is flexible and streamlined, designed to allow you to earn your degree without interrupting your career. Here are some of the benefits:

Offered 100% online.
Self-paced, asynchronous coursework, with optional real-time class discussions and guest speakers.
No GRE or GMAT.
No application fees.
Tuition discount for MBU alumni.
Multiple start dates for coursework.

Curriculum Highlights

This is an innovative online MBA program that is primarily asynchronous with a few real-time class discussions and guest speakers to enhance the learning experience. Our students learn how to:

Approach business with a people-first attitude, prioritizing customer service and employee well-being above all else.
Engage in sustainable practices that benefit the environment without losing sight of the bottom line.
Understand and develop business ethics, and make decisions that will have a positive impact on society, rather than focusing solely on profit.
Take a stand on social issues, support local communities, and promote diversity and inclusion.
Foster a culture of teamwork, collaborating with suppliers and partners.
Think outside the box, finding new ways to serve the community through innovation and creativity.
Be empathetic and compassionate to customers and employees alike, cultivating a culture of kindness and respect.

Concentrations

Our MBA students may choose one of the following concentrations:

General Management addresses the coordination of daily administrative functions within diverse organizational contexts. Areas of emphasis include budget management, project leadership, team development, and strategic planning.
Financial Management focuses specifically on the financial side of the business world. Students of this concentration will learn how to make ethical financial decisions while still maintaining effective and efficient business practices.

Career Opportunities

See how this program aligns with the potential career paths, salary expectations, and workforce demand.

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Admission Requirements

The Online Admissions Office reviews applications and renders an admission decision within three business days.

Admission requirements include the following:

Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions.
An essay detailing the student’s interest in the MBA program.
Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA for full admission.
Non-native English speakers must submit one of the following with the minimum score noted: IELTS, 7.0; TOEFL, 98; Duolingo, 130. This requirement is waived if a student has earned an undergraduate or graduate degree at an MBU-approved, regionally accredited U.S. college or university and completed their total education in English in a native English-speaking country.

Ready to Learn More About MBU Online Degree Programs?

If you have questions, reach out to discuss your goals and explore how this program aligns with them. Our admissions team is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way – from selecting your degree and completing your application to preparing for your first day of class.

We’re excited about the opportunity to help you take the next step in your academic journey.

Your Future Starts Here

Turn your passion into a purpose-driven career

Other Programs You May Be Interested In:

Those interested in the MBA program may also have interest in the online Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration (MHA/MBA) dual degree program that offers graduate students the chance to earn both an MHA and MBA in two years.

Master of Science in Health Administration

Master of Healthcare Administration/Master of Business Administration dual degree