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Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree

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Gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully manage organizations in the ever-changing business environment. You’ll learn relevant management skills in both domestic and global business settings, effective team building, quantitative and qualitative decision-making, and creative problem-solving skills that you can immediately apply in your professional life.

Our MBA degree program also offers specializations that’ll help you stand out in the competitive business field and prepare you for its challenges. Specializations include Behavioral Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Financial Technology, Global Business Management, Human Resource Management, Leadership Studies, Project Management, Strategic Marketing and Supply Chain Management.

Why an MBA?

The MBA helps to prepare students for leadership positions in business and to provide them with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage organizations in an ever-changing business environment. It is a flexible degree that can be useful across all areas of the business and professional landscape. Career Options and Interests can be found in all the specializations, from Finance and Human Resources, to Marketing and Management.

MBA Program Requirements

Individual Model Courses

10 Courses

3.0 Credits

In this course, students have the opportunity to gain foundational knowledge in 15 different areas important to business and management including accounting, finance, law, ethics, marketing, global business, information systems, research, leadership, strategic management, operations management, human resources, organizational behavior, and micro and macroeconomics. This course serves as a foundation for success in future courses.

3.0 Credits

In this course, you will consider the impact of current trends such as 21st century leadership related to globalization and sustainability through the utilization of management and technology tools. The subsequent core courses will provide a greater in-depth knowledge of business concepts and areas in an integrated fashion.

3.0 Credits

This course is designed to prepare you to lead in today’s global environment. You will examine concepts and strategies regarding global leadership. You will acquire skills relevant to managing human capital and teams, ethical decision-making, navigating organizational change, and budgeting/allocating resources across borders and cultures.

3.0 Credits

A study of corporate financial management, through problem solving, case studies and/or term projects, this course covers issues such as sources of long-term financing, cost of capital, capital budgeting, dividend policy, globalization of finance, ethical standards, information technology, and financial strategy.

3.0 Credits

The competitive marketplace gives consumers choices. Marketers need to understand the dynamic nature of consumers’ needs and wants, gather relevant data, conduct analyses of both consumers and the competition. To maintain their competitive edge, marketers need to launch innovative products at opportune times. In this course, you will research what makes a product innovative and the challenges marketers face to make innovative products available in the marketplace with the right marketing mix and effective marketing strategies. You will study the need for performance measures to determine if marketing objectives will be met in a timely manner.

3.0 Credits

This course presents a customer-oriented view of operations within an organization. Guided by the organization’s strategic plan, operations deliver the products and services to the customers. This course explores how this delivery is accomplished with efficiency and effectiveness. Components of the course include issues of quality, physical design, and systems management.

3.0 Credits

Students focus on major corporate applications of information technology, learning how business decisions are facilitated by these tools. Specific applications include the effective and efficient management of projects, inventory and transportation. The course concludes with the evolution of logistics into the broader scope of supply chain management, focusing on how enterprise-wide information systems enable this cross-functional, inter-firm collaboration that leads to new competitive advantages.

Specialization Course 1

Specialization Course 2

Specialization Course 3

3.0 Credits

You will develop skills to effectively formulate strategic plans utilizing R&D, marketing, production, finance, human resources, and TQM to determine strengths and weaknesses. This will include the use of SWOT and PEST analysis techniques for assessing market position and direction for growth.

Specializations

*Enrollment for the Financial technology specialization is currently paused. Interested students are encouraged to consult an academic advisor for alternative options.

Entrepreneurship Specialization

The Entrepreneurship MBA at NU takes you beyond the classroom as you build and test your entrepreneurial ideas in real-world scenarios. In our Online MBA Entrepreneurship specialization, you will explore various business disciplines, including marketing, finance, operations and strategy, as you develop skills in building businesses, investing in businesses, raising capital and evaluating business opportunities. Entrepreneurship courses emphasize analysis, decision-making and business planning of a real new venture product or service. As a graduate, you can expect to have a solid business plan that is ready to be presented to investors, banks, or private entities.

Requirements

Class-based Specialization Courses

  • ENT 501 Foundations of Entrepreneurship
  • ENT 515 New Venture Resource Development and Analysis
  • ENT 525 Business Plan Creation

1-on-1 Specialization Courses

  • ENT 5100 Foundations of Entrepreneurship
  • ENT 5115 New Venture Resource Development and Analysis
  • ENT 5125 Business Plan Creation

Learn more about the Entrepreneurship Specialization

Financial Management Specialization

The Financial Management specialization works best for those seeking leadership and analysis positions in the growing, global field of financial management. With coursework applicable to domestic and international businesses, nonprofits, and governmental organizations, your studies will focus on growth and diversification policies, portfolio management, investment banking, merger strategies, exchange rate movement and risk, and case or research projects that analyze contemporary financial issues.

Requirements

The Financial Management specialization works best for those seeking leadership and analysis positions in the growing, global field of financial management. With coursework applicable to domestic and international businesses, nonprofits, and governmental organizations, your studies will focus on growth and diversification policies, portfolio management, investment banking, merger strategies, exchange rate movement and risk, and case or research projects that analyze contemporary financial issues.

General Business Specialization

Students completing this specialization will learn about strategic financing decisions such as capital structure and dividend policy decisions, risk management, corporate mergers, and multinational financial management. Additionally, students will be prepared to appraise global business strategies that MNEs have used in emerging economies and identify factors contributing to the foreign debt crisis and its prevention. Students will also learn about human resources planning processes, including the selection process, employee orientation and integration, performance management, and current trends in employee outsourcing.

Requirements

Students completing this specialization will learn about strategic financing decisions such as capital structure and dividend policy decisions, risk management, corporate mergers, and multinational financial management. Additionally, students will be prepared to appraise global business strategies that MNEs have used in emerging economies and identify factors contributing to the foreign debt crisis and its prevention. Students will also learn about human resources planning processes, including the selection process, employee orientation and integration, performance management, and current trends in employee outsourcing.

Global Business Management Specialization

Modern business activities have an increasingly global reach. From supply chains to expanding consumer and B2B markets, successful companies and professionals must thoroughly understand international business environments to grow and thrive. With the Global Business Management specialization, you’ll explore cultural, economic, and legal issues, as well as international exporting, licensing, franchising, foreign direct investment, outsourcing, risk analysis, and human capital development. 

Requirements

Modern business activities have an increasingly global reach. From supply chains to expanding consumer and B2B markets, successful companies and professionals must thoroughly understand international business environments to grow and thrive. With the Global Business Management specialization, you’ll explore cultural, economic, and legal issues, as well as international exporting, licensing, franchising, foreign direct investment, outsourcing, risk analysis, and human capital development. 

Human Resources Management Specialization

This graduate-level specialization focuses on the interrelationships between human resource capital, leadership, and the business organization. Students will explore all aspects of human resource management, and address the increasing human resource issues in the economy.

Requirements

This graduate-level specialization focuses on the interrelationships between human resource capital, leadership, and the business organization. Students will explore all aspects of human resource management, and address the increasing human resource issues in the economy.

Leadership Studies Specialization

The leadership studies specialization prepares professionals to become problem-solving, change-oriented leaders in diverse, dynamic organizations. The instruction, coursework, and experiential exercises are for those desiring to understand and apply the technical and reflective processes that accompany leadership opportunities in the modern workplace — whether business or nonprofit, domestic or international.

Requirements

The leadership studies specialization prepares professionals to become problem-solving, change-oriented leaders in diverse, dynamic organizations. The instruction, coursework, and experiential exercises are for those desiring to understand and apply the technical and reflective processes that accompany leadership opportunities in the modern workplace — whether business or nonprofit, domestic or international.

Project Management Specialization

In NU’s online MBA Project Management specialization, you will explore principles, concepts, tools and techniques to improve project performance and organizational effectiveness. Under the guidance of mentoring professors, our MBA in Project Management specialization will have you examine all aspects of company projects, including cost estimates, budget management, cost control, risk assessment, bid negotiation and contracts, and performance reporting critical to the success of any organization.

Requirements

In NU’s online MBA Project Management specialization, you will explore principles, concepts, tools and techniques to improve project performance and organizational effectiveness. Under the guidance of mentoring professors, our MBA in Project Management specialization will have you examine all aspects of company projects, including cost estimates, budget management, cost control, risk assessment, bid negotiation and contracts, and performance reporting critical to the success of any organization.

Strategic Marketing Specialization

The Strategic Marketing Specialization at the graduate level transcends traditional marketing by focusing upon emerging trends in the 21st century in marketing management and marketing research. Students will focus on thought leadership-driven strategic marketing, encompassing contemporary and emergent marketing management methods, global product management, precision pricing, advanced promotional methods, and proven distribution techniques. At the conclusion, students will be well prepared for the marketing workforce of tomorrow.

Requirements

The Strategic Marketing Specialization at the graduate level transcends traditional marketing by focusing upon emerging trends in the 21st century in marketing management and marketing research. Students will focus on thought leadership-driven strategic marketing, encompassing contemporary and emergent marketing management methods, global product management, precision pricing, advanced promotional methods, and proven distribution techniques. At the conclusion, students will be well prepared for the marketing workforce of tomorrow.

Supply Chain Management Specialization

While globalization and outsourcing impact nearly every market and industry, supply chain management skills have become essential for competitive businesses, professionals, and managers. The Supply Chain Management specialization examines the integration of logistical planning, inventory deployment, and transportation networks to achieve the most efficient physical connections between firms. Global corporations, nonprofits, healthcare providers, and government agencies demand the increased performance, timeliness, and cost savings that result from supply chain expertise.

Requirements

While globalization and outsourcing impact nearly every market and industry, supply chain management skills have become essential for competitive businesses, professionals, and managers. The Supply Chain Management specialization examines the integration of logistical planning, inventory deployment, and transportation networks to achieve the most efficient physical connections between firms. Global corporations, nonprofits, healthcare providers, and government agencies demand the increased performance, timeliness, and cost savings that result from supply chain expertise.

Financial Technology Specialization

This specialization is intended to equip graduate students with core skills needed to thrive in the evolving landscape of financial technology. These innovative and comprehensive courses incorporate elements of finance and technology with the core MBA business curriculum. Students will gain deeper understanding of financial systems, cutting-edge technologies, and develop the strategic acumen required to shape the future of business.

Requirements

This specialization is intended to equip graduate students with core skills needed to thrive in the evolving landscape of financial technology. These innovative and comprehensive courses incorporate elements of finance and technology with the core MBA business curriculum. Students will gain deeper understanding of financial systems, cutting-edge technologies, and develop the strategic acumen required to shape the future of business.

Behavioral Economics Specialization

This specialization prepares students to understand individual and group deviations from economic theory as they relate to social, cultural, emotional, cognitive, and psychological factors. Focus on leadership and decision making. Decision making is explored in the context of managerial economic theory. Further, psychological aspects of economics are evaluated. Included is a consideration of global aspects of behavioral economics. Graduates are prepared to serve in a variety of fields involving leadership, economic decision making and complex analysis of human behavior.

Requirements

This specialization prepares students to understand individual and group deviations from economic theory as they relate to social, cultural, emotional, cognitive, and psychological factors. Focus on leadership and decision making. Decision making is explored in the context of managerial economic theory. Further, psychological aspects of economics are evaluated. Included is a consideration of global aspects of behavioral economics. Graduates are prepared to serve in a variety of fields involving leadership, economic decision making and complex analysis of human behavior.

MBA Group-Based Model

Requirements

MBA Individual-Based Model

Requirements

MBA Degree Career Outlook

Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.

Here are some careers this degree could prepare you for:

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  • Top Jobs in this field
  • Median Salary
  • Job Openings
  • Chief Executives

  • $173,119

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 26,690

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Median Salary:
$173,119 annual +260% above US average
Job Openings:
26,690 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $57,258
  • Medium
    $173,119
  • High
    $471,162

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Finance
  2. Accounting
  3. Project Management
  4. Marketing
  5. Auditing
  6. Public Administration
  7. Financial Statements

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • City of New York
  • Lumen Technologies
  • YMCA
  • State Of Texas
  • State of Washington
  • United States Department of Veterans Affairs
  • KPMG
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • General and Operations Managers

  • $102,608

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 370,345

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Median Salary:
$102,608 annual +113% above US average
Job Openings:
370,345 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $47,164
  • Medium
    $102,608
  • High
    $246,022

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Operations Management
  2. Marketing
  3. Project Management
  4. Finance
  5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  6. Continuous Improvement Process
  7. Process Improvement

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • CVS Health
  • AutoZone
  • Enterprise Mobility
  • Amazon
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
  • Buckle
  • Apple
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Sales Managers

  • $136,920

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 58,211

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
Median Salary:
$136,920 annual +184% above US average
Job Openings:
58,211 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $66,117
  • Medium
    $136,920
  • High
    $298,146

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Marketing
  2. Sales Management
  3. Selling Techniques
  4. Business Development
  5. Customer Relationship Management
  6. Sales Prospecting
  7. Sales Strategy

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • AutoZone
  • Ross Stores
  • Hilton
  • Marriott International
  • US Foods
  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Carter's
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Facilities Managers

  • $104,163

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 14,710

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Median Salary:
$104,163 annual +116% above US average
Job Openings:
14,710 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $62,143
  • Medium
    $104,163
  • High
    $173,410

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Facility Management
  2. HVAC
  3. Project Management
  4. Construction
  5. Plumbing
  6. Facility Repair And Maintenance
  7. Preventive Maintenance

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • CBRE
  • JLL
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Cardinal Health
  • Compass Group
  • Sodexo
  • Life Time
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Industrial Production Managers

  • $119,644

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 21,151

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Median Salary:
$119,644 annual +148% above US average
Job Openings:
21,151 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $73,058
  • Medium
    $119,644
  • High
    $198,624

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Continuous Improvement Process
  2. Lean Manufacturing
  3. Production Management
  4. Process Improvement
  5. Manufacturing Operations
  6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  7. Project Management

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • GE Aerospace
  • Accenture
  • Lonza
  • Merck & Co.
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Eli Lilly
  • Northrop Grumman
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Transportation and Storage Managers

  • $100,661

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 23,581

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.
Median Salary:
$100,661 annual +109% above US average
Job Openings:
23,581 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $60,004
  • Medium
    $100,661
  • High
    $180,092

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Warehousing
  2. Warehouse Operations
  3. Inventory Management
  4. Supply Chain
  5. Continuous Improvement Process
  6. Project Management
  7. Inventory Control

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Compensation and Benefits Managers

  • $140,317

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 1,606

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.
Median Salary:
$140,317 annual +191% above US average
Job Openings:
1,606 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $81,595
  • Medium
    $140,317
  • High
    $289,012

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Finance
  2. Project Management
  3. Auditing
  4. Marketing
  5. Benefits Enrollment Processes
  6. Data Analysis
  7. Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Elevance Health
  • Marsh McLennan
  • Willis Towers Watson
  • CVS Health
  • Hobby Lobby Stores
  • Hub International
  • Domino's Pizza
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Human Resources Managers

  • $139,136

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 21,664

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Median Salary:
$139,136 annual +189% above US average
Job Openings:
21,664 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $82,963
  • Medium
    $139,136
  • High
    $297,402

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Employee Relations
  2. Performance Management
  3. Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
  4. Talent Management
  5. Employee Engagement
  6. Labor Law
  7. Project Management

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Deloitte
  • Amazon
  • Lumen Technologies
  • GAF Materials Corporation
  • General Motors
  • Marriott International
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Cost Estimators

  • $77,014

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 21,547

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
Median Salary:
$77,014 annual +60% above US average
Job Openings:
21,547 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $45,773
  • Medium
    $77,014
  • High
    $130,776

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Construction
  2. Project Management
  3. Subcontracting
  4. Construction Management
  5. Construction Estimating
  6. Quantity Take-Offs
  7. Change Orders

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Black & Veatch
  • Kiewit Corporation
  • MasTec
  • Granite Construction
  • Turner Construction Company
  • Turner & Townsend
  • CDM Smith
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Human Resources Specialists

  • $72,832

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 100,443

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.
Median Salary:
$72,832 annual +51% above US average
Job Openings:
100,443 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $45,035
  • Medium
    $72,832
  • High
    $128,881

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
  2. Applicant Tracking Systems
  3. Employee Relations
  4. Auditing
  5. Recruitment Strategies
  6. Talent Acquisition
  7. Full-Cycle Recruitment

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Deloitte
  • General Motors
  • Target
  • Walmart
  • Amazon
  • Ryder
  • Lowe's
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Logisticians

  • $80,551

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 30,705

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources.
Median Salary:
$80,551 annual +67% above US average
Job Openings:
30,705 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $48,765
  • Medium
    $80,551
  • High
    $133,095

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Supply Chain
  2. Logistics
  3. Warehousing
  4. Inventory Management
  5. Purchasing
  6. Procurement
  7. Supply Chain Management

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Fastenal
  • Amazon
  • Allied Universal
  • Northrop Grumman
  • United States Department of Transportation
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Raytheon Technologies
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Project Management Specialists

  • $100,388

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 95,582

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.
Median Salary:
$100,388 annual +108% above US average
Job Openings:
95,582 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $59,241
  • Medium
    $100,388
  • High
    $168,020

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Project Management
  2. Construction
  3. Construction Management
  4. Subcontracting
  5. Project Schedules
  6. Project Planning
  7. Change Orders

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Black & Veatch
  • CBRE
  • Entergy
  • Lumen Technologies
  • GovCIO
  • Accenture
  • Stantec
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Management Analysts

  • $100,962

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 115,788

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.
Median Salary:
$100,962 annual +110% above US average
Job Openings:
115,788 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $53,137
  • Medium
    $100,962
  • High
    $219,620

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Project Management
  2. Business Process
  3. Business Requirements
  4. Data Analysis
  5. Business Analysis
  6. SQL (Programming Language)
  7. Agile Methodology

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Wells Fargo
  • Cardinal Health
  • Lincoln Financial Group
  • Accenture
  • Prime Therapeutics
  • CVS Health
  • Elevance Health
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
  • Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

  • $75,839

    avg. salary (USA)

  • 100,968

    job openings (past yr.) past year
Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.
Median Salary:
$75,839 annual +57% above US average
Job Openings:
100,968 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $40,566
  • Medium
    $75,839
  • High
    $150,973

ALl of USAMost Desired Skills

  1. Marketing
  2. Social Media
  3. Business Development
  4. Digital Marketing
  5. Customer Relationship Management
  6. Project Management
  7. Marketing Strategies

ALl of USATop Companies Hiring

  • Leaf At Home LTD
  • PayPal
  • Amazon
  • Cardinal Health
  • General Motors
  • Accenture
  • Leaffilter North
Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.

MBA Program Learning Outcomes

Learn the key skills to help you excel in your field of study.

  • Evaluate financial statements and quantitative information for decision making using appropriate information systems and tools.
  • Assess the global supply chain and develop strategies that reach accross different countries and cultures.
  • Diagnose the systems, processes, and human capital of an organization.
  • Understand decision making processes and use those processes to make effective decisions.
  • Demonstrate effective communication strategies through the use of media and presentations that includes slide decks, personal presentation, and the creation of audio/visual files.
  • Interpret legal compliance, ethical concerns of stakeholders, and social responsibility in terms of their impact on the conduct of business.
  • Assess the economic environment within an industry and decide appropriate financial decisions for the firm.
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Online MBA Admissions

Next start date: Every Monday

Year-round enrollment

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Pricing

The cost shown is the estimated price for this degree. Many National University students are eligible for scholarships or financial aid, which may substantially lower a degree program’s cost.

You can visit our Tuition Estimator to see what scholarships and discounts are available and get more information about expected costs. You can also start the application process and receive counseling from our Enrollment team on the costs of your degree

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Program Learning Models

We offer two types of learning models for the MBA program

Individual-Based

Group-Based

The program courses and outcomes are the same. Speak with an advisor today to discuss which option is best for you.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

National University is dedicated to making higher education affordable, as well as accessible. Through NU scholarship offerings, eligible students are able to reduce the financial burden of college, start classes sooner, and finish their programs faster while focusing on achieving their goals.

Helping You Save Money

1:1 assistance for navigating the financial aid process, generous transfer credit policy, needs-based tuition reduction grant, and $77+ million in scholarships.

National University Key Grant

Do you qualify for a needs-based scholarship? Learn more about the NU Key Grant Scholarship and other scholarship opportunities to unlock the door to your dreams!

Accreditations

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The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredits public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the U.S.

National University’s MBA program is currently pending state authorization and approval in Georgia, Kansas and Minnesota

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Why National University

We’re proud to be a Veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners.

Today, we educate students from across the U.S. and around the globe, with over 240,000 alumni worldwide.

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“National University has impacted my career. You can immediately apply what you learn in class to your business.”

Francisco R.,

Class of 2016

Accelerate Your Career With NU

At National University, you’re part of a family. As a student, you’ll have the support of staff, faculty members, students, and alumni who will be there with you every step of the way, cheering you on as you pursue your goals.

Our network of 240,000 alumni is a large global community that provides our graduates with the professional connections to get a leg up in your new career.

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Master of Business Administration Degree Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. National University offers online programs that can be completed 100% online, one class at a time. By taking one class at a time, adult learners can earn their degree faster while balancing their busy lives.

Given the popularity, scope, and evolution of online degrees, recruiters say that most employers accept online MBAs from candidates. The reputation of where you get your degree remains the most important factor.

Yes. Not only does an MBA give you further experience and a better understanding of business, but it also opens the door for work in other industries. An MBA can help you hone your soft skills, be more marketable to employers, and advance your career. Plus, our MBA program allows you to earn it online.

Business and management are powerful industries, and projected salary reflects that. Employees with postgraduate business and management qualifications have reported significant salary growth. BA graduates increased their salaries by an average of $41,000 *, or about 46% after earning their MBA degree.
SOURCE: https://www.earnest.com/blog/how-much-does-an-mba-increase-your-salary/

Mastering soft skills is a must in the business world. Decision-making, digital literacy, and other core components of day-to-day operations are critical and must be addressed by an MBA program. With our online format, you can gain teamwork experience as you improve your digital literacy. As you complete the program, you’ll be better able to think critically and communicate more effectively. All of these skills are crucial to career development and success in the business landscape.

The courses in the MBA program also have a workplace impact: you can take all of the aspects of business you learned and readily apply them to your workplace set-ting. With an MBA, you can hone the skills that are in demand and ensure success in the business sphere.

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Program Disclosure

Successful completion and attainment of National University degrees do not lead to automatic or immediate licensure, employment, or certification in any state/country. The University cannot guarantee that any professional organization or business will accept a graduate’s application to sit for any certification, licensure, or related exam for the purpose of professional certification.

Program availability varies by state. Many disciplines, professions, and jobs require disclosure of an individual’s criminal history, and a variety of states require background checks to apply to, or be eligible for, certain certificates, registrations, and licenses. Existence of a criminal history may also subject an individual to denial of an initial application for a certificate, registration, or license and/or result in the revocation or suspension of an existing certificate, registration, or license. Requirements can vary by state, occupation, and/or licensing authority.

NU graduates will be subject to additional requirements on a program, certification/licensure, employment, and state-by-state basis that can include one or more of the following items: internships, practicum experience, additional coursework, exams, tests, drug testing, earning an additional degree, and/or other training/education requirements.

All prospective students are advised to review employment, certification, and/or licensure requirements in their state, and to contact the certification/licensing body of the state and/or country where they intend to obtain certification/licensure to verify that these courses/programs qualify in that state/country, prior to enrolling. Prospective students are also advised to regularly review the state’s/country’s policies and procedures relating to certification/licensure, as those policies are subject to change.

National University degrees do not guarantee employment or salary of any kind. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to review desired job positions to review degrees, education, and/or training required to apply for desired positions. Prospective students should monitor these positions as requirements, salary, and other relevant factors can change over time.

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