Prepare to lead with strategy, insight, and impact

Whether seeking a promotion or changing direction, UMass Global’s MBA coursework is designed to be immediately relevant to your career.

You’ll graduate with in-demand skills required to succeed across all levels of management. You’ll learn to evaluate data, identify emerging trends, and provide strategic recommendations for solving complex problems. Additionally, you'll master finance and marketing fundamentals and learn to evaluate business functions and processes to formulate winning strategies. You’ll also gain the practical tools needed to effectively communicate with different audiences and build collaborative, inclusive teams.

You can complete your degree in as few as 6 months full-time or 12 months part-time with maximum transfer credits, including up to 6 credits from certifications such as the CPA and SHRM-CP.

  • Show off your skills with digital badges: Earn five employer‑validated digital badges along the way. These badges are stackable proof of your workforce skills and can be shared before you even finish the program.
  • Choose the right approach for you: Prefer structured weekly deadlines and live interaction? This instructor-paced MBA is for you. Ready to drive your own timeline and move as quickly as your mastery allows? Explore our self-paced MyPath MBA. Learn more about the differences between the two.

At a Glance

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30 Credits
$770/Credit
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Course-based, structured pace

This is the option for those who thrive on routine and seek a clear, structured path to degree completion. With fully online courses, clear milestones, and active faculty support, you can progress quickly while maintaining a predictable rhythm that fits around work and life.

  • Built-in momentum: Weekly deadlines and instructor guidance make it easier to stay motivated.
  • Peer engagement: Collaborate, network and build relationships with your fellow students.
  • Smaller classes, big support: Build practical skills through real-world scenarios as you learn from industry pros in smaller, more interactive classes.

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Online MBA Courses You May Take

BUSU 610

Data Analysis for Decision Making

3 Credits
FINU 607

Financial Management

3 Credits
OLCU 632

Leadership and Innovation

3 Credits
HRCU 630

Conflict and Negotiation

3 Credits
MKTU 605

Marketing Management

3 Credits
OLCU 613

Seminar in Organizational Dynamics

3 Credits

Our Faculty

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Kristin Regis
Associate Dean, School of Business and Professional Studies, Professor of Finance
Kristin Regis
Evelina Atanassova, PhD
Associate Professor of Business Administration, Human Resources and Leadership
Evelina Atanassova PhD
Dania Baba, PhD
Associate Professor of Healthcare and Business Administration
Dania Baba PhD

Admission Requirements

Applicants for this master's degree program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

  • Completed application
  • 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
  • Official transcripts from the accredited institution where you earned your highest degree

Graduate Level Exams

This Master’s degree program does not require applicants to take costly exams like the GRE/GMAT. Why? Because we value your professional and life experience. You should get credit for what you already know.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a comprehensive graduate degree that teaches you how to solve real-world business challenges and make smart, strategic decisions. MBA programs cover essential, practical topics such as finance, marketing, team management, and business strategy.

Whether you want to climb the corporate ladder, switch industries, or launch your own company, an MBA gives you the real-world skills and leadership confidence you need to stand out in today's competitive job market.

How long it takes to complete your MBA will depend on factors such as whether you transfer credits and how many courses you complete each term. At UMass Global, you can complete your MBA in as few as 6 months full-time or 12 months part-time with the maximum transfer credits. Expect to take anywhere from 10-20 months if not transferring credits.

The cost of an online MBA can vary quite a bit depending on the school you choose. In the U.S., on average, an online MBA costs around $30,000 to $40,000 total.

UMass Global offers two pricing models for an online MBA. 

  1. Our instructor-paced program is the more typical cost-per-credit model. See our time-to-complete calculator for an estimate of your costs for that modality. 
  2. For our self-paced MyPath modality, you’ll pay a flat-rate amount for each six‑month term. Your total cost will depend on how many terms it takes you to complete all competencies.

UMass Global's programs are designed to work with employer tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, saving you money and making your MBA even more accessible. Learn more about these programs, how they work, and tips for discussing tuition benefits with your employer.

At UMass Global, you’re fully supported from your very first inquiry to graduation and beyond through a complete team of dedicated services. It starts with your enrollment coach will guide you through the admissions process, while our one-stop specialists are there to answer any questions about financial aid, tuition, and budgeting. Once you’re admitted, you’re paired with an academic advisor who’ll work with you to create a personalized education plan and help you stay on track to graduation.

Plus, you’ll have full access to tutoring and tech support through the Center for Instructional Innovation; tailored accommodation plans from the Office of Accessible Education; and a career services department that offers a suite of services to help you manage your career goals.

Additionally, the Online Writing and Math Center provides free, online writing and math support for all UMass Global courses.

What Our Students Say

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UMass Global has helped me see that what I once believed was impossible can indeed become possible. From the One-Stop staff to the Academic Advisors and Professors, each of them has played a part in helping me reach where I am today. I have successfully fulfilled my lifelong dream of earning a master's degree because UMass Global's online education paved the way and made this journey a reality.

Angela M.
MBA

I struggled with catching up after being sick, however, thanks to the compassion and understanding faculty showed me, I was able to complete this session successfully and my graduation is still on track for the next year. Not only have I learned supply chain and operations, but also empathy and showing compassion to others.

Rick Beltran Y.
Finance and Accounting, MBA

My desire to go back to school was personal. Both my mom and dad graduated from high school, and I’m the first in my family to go on for my college education. I want to be a positive role model for my children. I can do all three – work, family and school; I didn’t have to choose.

Brandy C.
Business Administration, MBA

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