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Student in the adult undergraduate business program at Mount St. Mary's University

Online Accelerated Undergraduate Degree in Business

Complete Your Bachelor’s Degree

At Mount St. Mary's University, we understand the need for a flexible education that allows students the opportunity learn on their terms. That’s why we have designed our fully online accelerated undergraduate program in business to meet your needs. Our program allows students to apply what’s learned in the classroom to their career, solving problems and enhancing their skills in real-time.

Our program is designed to accommodate the speed of life by providing a fully online learning experience. With our accelerated 5- & 8-week courses, students can quickly enhance their business acumen while balancing personal and professional commitments.

Making it Easy to go Back to School

The Division of Continuing Studies strives to make it easy for adults to go back to school online on a part-time basis. It's important to us that you feel supported, can maintain your work-life balance, and have access to all of the resources you need to be a successful student.

Our faculty and advisors are here to work one-on-one with you to develop your degree plan, and to help keep you on track to finish your degree. We make the traditional college resources available to you to aid in your success, such as our Career Center, Writing Center, Library and Learning Services Office, just to name a few.

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To request more information from the Division of Continuing Studies about this program, please provide your contact information in the form. You can also schedule a one-on-one meeting to speak with us about our programs.

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Coursework & Format

The Mount’s fully online business program will enable you to help any number of organizations in a wide range of capacities. This program isn't just about learning; it's about doing. Whether you dream of advising large corporations, boosting local shops, or launching your own venture, our online business program will equip you with the skills you need to thrive in business and beyond.

Students explore a wide array of subjects: from economics to marketing, information systems to business law, and accounting to strategy. Plus, delve into corporate finance and social responsibility. This rich mix of courses opens doors to various career paths, whether in consulting, business development, sales, marketing or entrepreneurship.

The online undergraduate business program is enhanced by the Mount's liberal arts core, weaving in courses on communication and philosophy. This addition deepens your education, helping develop you into a socially responsible and ethical leader.

Featured Graduate

  • Randall Jackson

    Cole Jackson, C'24

    Bachelor of Science in Business

    I was topped out in my current career field. I could no longer advance without a degree. I am now able to go as high as I would like thanks to the Mount.

    Contract Specialist at U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Course Sampling

  • College writing
  • Introduction to Business Decision Making
  • Technology Skills for Business
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Elementary Statistics
  • Corporate Finance
  • Global Business and Economics
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Designed to Fit Your Life

As a student in the Mount's accelerated undergraduate business program you will:

  • Finish at your own pace. Courses are offered as a blend of synchronous and asynchronous online, year-round in 5- and 8-week sessions. Take the courses you need at your convenience.
  • Receive specialized support for accelerated students. One-on-one advising and a customized degree plan are available and encouraged for all students.

The business program is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).

This program is available to be completed remotely via web conferencing.

Where Mount Grads Go

Mount grads have been hired at companies and organizations such as:

  • Amazon
  • Bloomberg
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • JPMorgan Chase & Co.
  • KPMG
  • Michael Kors
  • PwC
  • Raytheon
  • REI
  • T. Rowe Price

Featured Graduate

  • aaron moreno

    Aaron Moreno

    Bachelor of Science in Business

    I would highly recommend the Mount, especially to anyone who enjoys a personal connection with their education. The Mount focuses on building a relationship with their students and I felt that along my academic journey here at the Mount.

    Kit Production Technician I at Precision for Medicine

Want to see course descriptions of all accelerated undergraduate business courses?

See Catalog Course Listings

Affordability & Financial Aid

Programs are designed providing you the flexibility you need to complete the 5- and 8-week classes at your own pace; with that the program pricing is set by credit hours instead of by the year.

  • 2026-27 tuition rates effective July 1, 2026 - $585 per credit*
  • Employees of partnership organizations will receive 20% tuition discount for all credit-bearing courses.
  • Students may transfer a total of up to 75 credits from a two-year institution and/or four-year institution. Special considerations may be made on an individual basis, please consult your advisor.
  • No application fee.

*Tuition is subject to change without notice. Learn more about tuition and fees.

Financial Aid

Students enrolled on at least half-time basis (6-credits per semester) may qualify for financial aid. You may seek financial assistance through federal and state-funded programs, private loan providers, or deferment of undergraduate loans. The Mount also has a variety of employer tuition remission or reimbursement agreements with local businesses and community colleges, so you may just get a discount from your employer or previous college. Visit our Adult Undergraduate Student Financial Aid webpage for more details.

Not sure if you qualify for financial aid? Learn more from our financial aid office.

Learn About Financial Aid

Admissions & Application

Classes for the program begin throughout the year, and submitting your application four weeks before your expected start date ensures a priority application decision.

  • Admissions Deadline: Two weeks prior to the session start date
  • Classes Begin: Year round
  • Priority Application Deadline: Four weeks prior to start of first course
  • No application fee

Admissions Requirements

The Mount's accelerated undergraduate completion degree programs are for individuals looking to apply previous college credit toward a bachelor's degree or who are at the beginning of their undergraduate studies. Admissions requirements include:

  • Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Students may transfer up to 75 credits.
  • Students may transfer a total of up to 75 credits from two-year and/or four-year institutions. Special considerations may be made on an individual basis, please consult your advisor.

A Complete Application Includes

  • Free online application; Apply in 10 minutes or less
  • Official transcript(s) from all accredited institutions attended after high school; eTranscripts should be sent to dcs.admissions@msmary.edu.

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Division of Continuing Studies 301-682-8315 dcs.admissions@msmary.edu

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