Earn an Online MBA From Mary Baldwin University

Bringing Heart to Business Leadership

At Mary Baldwin University, we care about “Business With Heart” — business practices that are economically viable, socially responsible and environmentally friendly. It’s an approach that benefits all our students, from entrepreneurs and small business owners to corporate professionals.

If you’re passionate about leading business in ways that benefit the organization and community, you’ll find your place in MBU’s online Master of Business Administration program. The program is built around Four Pillars: People, Planet, Profit and Purpose. We prepare graduate students for leadership in the modern world, enhancing their marketability and connecting them with a network of successful professionals.

The 100% online program allows professionals like you to balance studies with their career and personal commitments. You will learn to become innovators who can make a difference in the world.

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 occasional real-time class discussions and guest speakers.
  • Open to all undergraduate majors.
  • 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 focuses on day-to-day administrative operations and covers a wide variety of services and settings. Duties include monitoring budgets, project management, developing teams, strategic planning, and more.
  • 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.

Potential Careers

An MBA opens up many opportunities. Here are some of the careers you could end up pursuing:

  • Accountant
  • Budget analyst
  • Business intelligence analyst
  • Business operations manager
  • Chief executive officer
  • Chief financial officer
  • Consultant
  • Financial analyst
  • Human resources manager
  • Investment banker
  • Logistics manager
  • Marketing manager
  • Operations research analyst
  • Policy analyst
  • Project manager
  • Purchasing manager
  • Sales manager

Admissions Requirements

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

  • 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 Find Out 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.

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.