You’re a working adult. You’ve got obligations. The Mount’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program is designed for you. It’s a rigorous, challenging program that gives you the flexibility to earn your degree faster than other programs and places a strong emphasis on close student-faculty relationships. You'll have the option to take classes face-to-face, online or a combination of both. In addition, Mount St. Mary’s University believes that ethical conflicts and choices are inherent in business decision making, and graduates should be prepared for the application of ethical business standards.
The Master of Business Administration program is part of the Richard J. Bolte, Sr. School of Business. The Bolte School has an impeccable reputation for producing successful business leaders, and the entire faculty shares a commitment to ensuring that you receive the knowledge, experience and insight to leave the Mount as a responsible, methodologically sound and ethical business professional.
We're committed to making it easy for you to go back to school on a part-time basis to help you advance your career. 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. You will have all of the traditional college resources available to aid in your success, such as our award winning Career Center, Writing Center, Library and Learning Services, just to name a few.
Start your free applicationThe Mount’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program fits your lifestyle. Our affordable MBA program is available face-to-face, online or a combination of both. This flexibility makes the Mount’s MBA a convenient option for working adults seeking to advance their careers at their own pace – even in as little as one year!
The Mount MBA helps you gain a general understanding of business practices in conjunction with focusing on a specific area of expertise. Concentrations are offered in:
Courses are available online.
You can also earn a graduate certificate without taking any additional classes. This gives you two credentials for the price of one. Certificates are offered in:
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The MBA program will guide you through coursework in management, finance, statistics, strategic marketing, information technology, and global business and economics. Topics in organization theory and management practice, strategic analysis and integrated decision making, and business ethics and social responsibility will also be covered. You'll also be able to select an area of concentration in finance, management or marketing to give your skillset a boost toward a career path of your choice. Course topics include:
Flexibility and efficiency are the cornerstones of the MBA program at the Mount, which is designed to give you the freedom and control to balance work and school. Every aspect of the program is geared to help you earn your degree including:
This program is available to be completed fully online asynchronous and/or synchronous.
Professors and staff helped shape me to be the confident manager I am at Vulcan Materials Company, the nation’s largest aggregates supplier. I often reflect on coursework, notes and connect with professors to prepare for projects, setting goals and difficult conversations. Self-discipline, reflection, confidence and GRIT will result in success for you and your future as a Mountaineer and beyond.
Because Mount MBA students are also working professionals, your studies typically have an impact on your career from the moment you start learning. Once you’ve earned your MBA degree, you will climb to influential positions such as CEO or CTO, making your mark in areas like consulting and business development, and putting your skills to work for companies like:
From resume analysis to job search tools to networking with alumni, the Career Center is available through every step of your professional journey.
Visit our Career CenterGraduate level programs are designed to be taken one course at a time, 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 like traditional undergraduate programs.
*Tuition represents 2023-24 rates effective July 1, 2023. Tuition is subject to change without notice.
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 Graduate Student Financial Aid webpage for more details.
Not sure if you qualify for financial aid? Learn more from our financial aid office.
Graduate Student Financial AidClasses for the program begin in January, March, May, July, August and October; submitting your application six weeks before your expected start date ensures a priority application decision.
* Additional requirements may be applicable to international students.
A complete application includes the following:
Nancy Kimble
Director of the MBA Program / Lecturer
kimble@msmary.edu
For more information on graduate business programs, please contact us at 301-682-8315 or frederickadmissions@msmary.edu.
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