MBA Degree Online Dive into the World of Business
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100% online, 8-week courses
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Our Master’s in Business Administration Is a Leader Among Online MBA Programs
Are you a seasoned business professional ready to take the next step in your career? Maybe you’re a recent college graduate hoping to continue your studies at the master’s level. Or perhaps you are working in another field entirely and looking to earn a degree that can help you transition to a career in business. No matter what your circumstances are, Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program can help you become a leader in the world of business.
At Liberty, you’ll have the freedom to earn your degree on your schedule. With 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times, our online MBA degrees are designed to provide maximum flexibility. You can complete your assignments from the comfort of home and easily access your course materials whenever you need them. No need to stress about balancing school with your other priorities – at Liberty, you can stay invested in your job, family, and community while working toward your online master’s in business administration.
By providing a flexible, accredited degree program focused on expanding professional business knowledge, Liberty University’s online MBA degree is leading the way in master’s-level business administration training. The curriculum for this 100% online program can build on your existing knowledge and experience to help develop your critical thinking, leadership, and management skills. Whether you are looking to grow in your current position or explore other areas within the field of business administration, our program is designed to help equip you with the tools you need to achieve your goals.
What is an MBA?
A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed to help strengthen your knowledge of business, management, leadership, communication, and research. Core topics of study include finance, legal issues, research methods, accounting, marketing, and international business. Whether you hope to boost your earning potential, take on a higher-level position in your company, or make a career change, a master’s degree in business administration can help you pursue your goals.
MBAs are popular among professionals who hope to become entrepreneurs, break into highly competitive sectors of the business world, or pursue upper management roles at large corporations. If you fit into any of these categories, a master’s in business administration degree is an excellent option! This program can help you gain an advanced knowledge of foundational business topics while also equipping you with expertise in a particular discipline.
While many MBA students come from the business world, professionals of all backgrounds can benefit from the training offered in this master’s program. For example, this degree can help you gain leadership and management skills that are essential in many different sectors. Additionally, our online MBA degree program allows you to specialize in a particular subject, so you can learn how to apply business principles to your specific industry – whether it be marketing, healthcare, criminal justice, or the nonprofit sector.
What Will You Study in Our Master of Business Administration Online Degree?
Our online MBA degree helps provide the training you need to grow as an industry professional and business leader. Throughout this degree, you’ll build on core business principles as well as focus on a chosen area of study. You will be taught and mentored by business professionals who have years of real-world experience and a passion for helping you succeed.
Each of our online MBA degrees begins with the same set of core business courses. Topics of study include strategic marketing management, managerial finance, business research methods, and operations management. You’ll also gain a global perspective through courses in international business, global economic environment, and policy and strategy in global competition.
Whether you are interested in finance, international business, nonprofit leadership, project management, or one of the many other areas of business, at Liberty, you can find the degree specialization that is right for you. And you’ll be able to do it without compromising your current family or professional commitments. Our master’s in business administration is offered completely online, so you can remain active in your job, with your family, and in your community without the stress of taking classes away from home.
Each of our online master’s degree in business administration specializations is designed to help equip you with the tools and skills you need to incorporate effective communication, productive research, and ethical leadership into your sphere of influence. Choose a specialization you are passionate about, and prepare to see yourself thrive in the business world.
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Business.
- View the Graduate Business Course Guides (login required).
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Degree?
Understanding the core aspects of business is essential for your future success as an industry leader, and Liberty’s master’s in business administration online program can help provide you with the training you need to pursue a variety of career opportunities worldwide. Each core business class in our online MBA is designed to complement the targeted training you will receive when you choose a specialization. Our 20+ specializations allow you to concentrate on a specific aspect of the business world, providing you with a focused degree that aligns with your passions and career goals.
Because our online MBA courses are available 3 semesters each year – spring, summer, and fall – you can complete your business administration master’s degree in as little as 2 years! Looking to finish even sooner? While most of our online business master’s programs are 45 credit hours long, we also offer a 36-credit-hour track that can be completed in just 1.5 years. This shortened degree allows you to hone your skills and study many of the same subjects as you would in the 45-credit-hour program while letting you finish your online MBA classes even sooner.
In addition to offering specialized training and unparalleled flexibility, Liberty University’s School of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is an optional, program-specific accreditation that goes beyond what is required by the Department of Education – and this accreditation affirms the value and credibility of Liberty’s online master’s degree in business administration. With a Master of Business Administration from Liberty, you can stand out among other business professionals in the corporate world.
Potential Careers for MBA Graduates
- Advertising manager
- Business consultant
- Business operations manager
- Company executive
- Financial analyst/ manager
- Healthcare administrator
- Marketing manager
- Nonprofit administrator
- Organizational manager
- Project manager
- Public relations coordinator
- Training and development manager
Degree Options for Liberty’s Online MBA Program
We offer over 20 specializations for our 45-credit-hour master’s in business administration degree – as well as the option to instead complete a 36-credit-hour track. Below you’ll find details about each specialization, so you can determine which degree track best suits your needs!
36-Credit-Hour Track
If you want to fast-track your business training in as little as 1.5 years, you can pursue the MBA – 36-hour track. This degree lets you complete the same core courses as the 45-credit-hour program, so you can decide later on if you want to switch to the 45-hour track.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Accounting
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Accounting can help prepare you for leadership positions in the corporate world. You can develop a variety of accounting skills that are essential for success as a well-rounded business professional.
In this program, you will study core areas of business management as well as topics like advanced cost accounting, accounting information systems, and tax research and jurisprudence – skills that can help you thrive in a team environment and in positions of authority as a business executive.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
American Legal Studies
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in American Legal Studies combines courses in law with advanced study of business to provide you with an MBA that can seamlessly fit into your professional career. You can gain the tools you need to pursue leadership and management roles in a variety of sectors.
In addition to studying essential aspects of business administration, you will dive into topics like legal writing, contracts law, and property law. You’ll also explore various legal issues and government regulations that impact businesses today, including employment law, intellectual property law, and international law, as well as the legal aspects of starting a new business.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Criminal Justice Administration
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Criminal Justice Administration can help prepare you for leadership opportunities in the fields of business and criminal justice. You can pursue your passion for law and justice by advancing your knowledge of effective research methods, organizational administration, and criminal law.
By melding your business expertise with an understanding of contemporary topics and trends in the criminal justice arena, you can become better equipped to serve in the public and private sectors alike.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Economics
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Economics is designed to help you understand the impact of large-scale economic fluctuations on the overall economic and financial policies of banks and companies.
In this program, you’ll explore core aspects of business management and learn about the economic concepts necessary for sound business decision-making – including consumer behavior, market structure, factors of production, market efficiency, price stability, interest rates, government debt, and international trade deficits.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Executive Coaching
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Executive Coaching is designed to train you to mentor business owners, managers, and executives. You can learn how to promote personal and professional growth among business leaders and help them navigate challenges related to project management, cultural awareness, and intergenerational issues.
In this program, you’ll have the opportunity to take courses that are drawn from both our School of Business and our School of Behavioral Sciences. That way, you can diversify your skill set and develop a well-rounded knowledge base that can help you thrive in your desired career path.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Finance
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Finance is designed to help you build competence in a broad set of business skills while also providing targeted training in financial strategies and services. The curriculum is geared towards the financial decision-making process and corporate financing strategies and services.
In this program, you’ll receive core training in areas like business research methods, operations management, and legal issues in business. Within the finance specialization, you can explore subjects such as financial statement analysis, business valuation, and financial planning from a biblical perspective.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Healthcare Law and Compliance
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Law and Compliance can help prepare you for a rewarding career in or around healthcare practices. Operating in accordance with rules and regulations is essential for a practice to succeed and provide excellent patient care.
In this program, you will take courses that cover a breadth of business topics such as managerial finance, human resource management, and business research methods. The comprehensive curriculum allows you to build a broad knowledge base and specialize in the inner workings of healthcare law and compliance at the same time.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Healthcare Management
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management can help prepare you for leadership positions in the healthcare industry by providing you with a strong foundation in advanced aspects of general business and healthcare management. You will focus on the ethical, professional, and financial situations common in the healthcare field.
Healthcare organizations need strong leaders who can ensure that resources are put to good use in order to effectively serve patients and communities. By studying healthcare informatics, administration, and management of human capital, you can become better equipped to help meet this need.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Human Resources
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Human Resources is designed to help equip you with the tools and skills you need to successfully assist and assess people in your area of business. Your passion for serving people can be integrated with the leadership and management skills taught in this MBA online program.
By studying essential aspects of workforce planning, human resource development, and compensation management, you can help foster an organization that equips its employees for success.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
International Business
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in International Business can build on your previous studies and experience to provide you with an understanding of international best practices in business. You will have the opportunity to look at financing and developing markets at the international level.
As the world grows more and more interconnected, business professionals need to understand how to operate successfully in a global environment. At Liberty, you can enhance your understanding of international trade, foreign direct investment, the international monetary system, and cooperation among nations in order to serve more effectively in multinational corporations.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
International Legal Studies
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in International Legal Studies can help provide you with an understanding of international legal concepts in order to strengthen and build on your foundation in business. You can develop needed skills in management with a focus on business law, trade law, and legal writing.
In particular, you’ll have the opportunity to analyze the international legal issues affecting multinational enterprise, foreign investment, the banking system, trade, labor matters, intellectual property, sales transactions, and transportation. With this knowledge, you can help your corporation navigate and comply with important laws and regulations at the international level.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Leadership
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Leadership can help prepare you for corporate and organizational leadership roles by providing you with the tools needed to drive organizational change, display servant leadership, and master principles of executive leadership. These skills are essential within a team environment, empowering you to lead with excellence and integrity as a business executive.
No matter what sector of business you work in, having strong leadership skills can be an asset as you pursue positions of added responsibility. By pursuing the leadership track for the MBA degree online, you can learn how to foster growth in your team and organization.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Marketing
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Marketing can help you master pertinent communication and leadership skills that are essential to understanding and acting on market research, advertising, and consumer behavior. These tools and skills are integral to your success as a business leader in marketing.
Throughout this program, you’ll dive into the theory, design, and application of various marketing techniques and practices – so you can help your organization boost brand awareness, conduct effective market research, and forecast demand for goods and services.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Nonprofit Leadership and Management
With Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, you can combine your passion for serving people with your training in business to help your nonprofit make a bigger impact on your community! Throughout this program, you can expand your current knowledge and training in order to assess future needs in the field of nonprofit administration.
Running a nonprofit involves overseeing many complex pieces that all work together to create an organization that effectively serves those in need. From workforce planning to grant acquisition to communication campaigns, you can learn how to help your organization gain and utilize the resources needed to make a difference as you complete your nonprofit leadership MBA at Liberty University.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Project Management
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Project Management can help advance your understanding of project management as you learn how to integrate pertinent marketing strategies and management practices within local and global markets.
Throughout this program, you can gain valuable skills that are essential to your success as a business leader. In particular, you’ll have the opportunity to sharpen your knowledge of how to evaluate the scope of a project and manage resources like time, clients, and quality control.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Public Administration
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Public Administration provides advanced training in financial, professional, and administrative issues related to the federal, state, and local levels of government and nonprofit organizations. You can enhance your analytical capabilities as you learn how to conduct political and economic decision-making through courses that will challenge you to become a better business leader.
By completing courses that are drawn from both our School of Business and our School of Government, you can diversify your skill set and prepare to serve in the public and private sectors alike.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Public Relations
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Public Relations is designed to help provide mastery of skills in writing, research, communication, media technologies, and leadership – allowing you to become better equipped for a career in public relations. Your degree will be enhanced by a solid foundation in business and finance principles.
Companies of all sizes rely on qualified professionals to help them maintain a positive public image and navigate various PR crises. With Liberty’s MBA online program, you can develop a fundamental understanding of how marketing and content creation are integrated into daily business operations. That way, you can help your clients implement practical PR solutions and confidently engage the public.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Real Estate Development
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Real Estate Development is designed to help hone your real estate and business skills for use in a wide range of contexts. Throughout this program, you can become equipped to oversee many types of real estate development projects – from brand-new construction to full-scale renovation – in order to increase property value and meet the needs of the market.
By studying important aspects of real estate development – including site acquisition, construction, planning, design, pricing, property law, and financing – you can learn how to develop properties that are durable and marketable.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Six Sigma
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Six Sigma can help you learn best practices in Six Sigma. This established methodology focuses on improving business processes and eliminating waste in order to make organizations more efficient and effective. By earning your degree in Six Sigma, you can distinguish yourself as a leader in business process management.
Our courses cover topics like risk, quality, and agile project management as well as Lean Six Sigma. With this broad base of knowledge, you can help your company boost its performance and profits.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Strategic Management
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management covers effective methods for helping organizations get started on the path to growth and success. Throughout this program, you can develop the skills needed to oversee the strategic development, planning, and implementation of long-term goals and objectives in your company.
By studying essential topics like ethical leadership, workforce planning, and executive management, you can potentially gain an edge while pursuing leadership roles.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Strategic Media and Digital Content
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Strategic Media and Digital Content can help you tackle large-scale marketing strategies in any industry. With the rapid growth of digital content in today’s marketplace, there is widespread demand for business professionals who have the strategic communications expertise needed to develop sound digital marketing plans.
Throughout this program, you’ll study topics like strategic media analysis, media technologies, communication strategies, and emerging trends in strategic communication. That way, you can stay on the cutting-edge of current developments in the field and help your organization thrive.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Supply Chain Management and Logistics
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management and Logistics is designed to help equip you with the knowledge needed to succeed in one of the fastest-growing areas in business. All organizations rely on effective supply chains to compete in the global market, and this degree can help you gain the skills needed to work with companies of all sizes.
Careers in supply chain management and logistics are largely data driven and require a high level of attention to detail. With this master’s degree in business administration, you can enhance your skills in supply chain network design, outsourcing, quality management, warehousing, transportation, and inventory management. Learn how to help your business thrive both locally and globally.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Tourism Management
Liberty University’s Master of Business Administration in Tourism Management explores best practices for working in the travel and hospitality industry. You can learn how to leverage various tools – such as marketing strategies and social media analytics – to help your organization thrive.
Additionally, you can hone your leadership skills so that you can effectively motivate your staff to provide the best possible service to your guests. Today’s world faces more challenges than ever related to travel and tourism – and with the skills taught in this online master’s in business administration, you can become better equipped to face these challenges with confidence.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Liberty’s Online MBA Programs
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Students must also have completed at least 15 hours of upper-level (300-400) undergraduate business credit. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Upon acceptance, the graduate transfer department will evaluate students for 27 hours of business credit in the following subject areas: accounting, business ethics, business finance, business integration and strategic management, business leadership, global dimensions of business, information management systems, legal environment of business, macroeconomics, human resource management, operations/production management, organizational behavior, marketing, microeconomics, or quantitative research techniques/statistics. Those who are missing some or all of these subject areas may be required to take BMAL 590.
Bridge Program
Students who are missing some or all admission requirements may be placed into the Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership as a bridge.* Upon successful completion of this certificate with at least a 3.0 GPA, these students can be reevaluated for the MBA program.
*In order to be eligible for the bridge, admission requirements for the graduate certificate must still be met.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with an MBA?
There are many questions you might have when considering an MBA – questions like “Which is more important, job experience or an MBA degree?” or “Which master’s in business administration specialization is best for me?” The answer to these questions depends on your current job, life experience, and which field you want to work in. Choosing an MBA that can help you in your chosen field is important. Deciding which specialization you want to study can help start you on the path to a rewarding career.
The business world can be highly competitive – and by earning an accredited MBA degree online, you can gain a valuable credential that could help set you apart as you pursue upper management and executive leadership roles in your organization. The skills you gain from a Master of Business Administration degree program may also prove valuable as you pursue career opportunities in the public or nonprofit sector.
Some popular, potential career paths for MBA graduates include:
- Business operations manager
- Business owner
- Company executive
- Financial manager
- Management consultant
- Marketing manager
- Nonprofit administrator
- Project manager
Liberty University’s MBA programs can help you accomplish the goals you have set for the future. Whether you are already working in a business-related field or preparing for a career change, your past job experience can pair well with your choice of MBA specialization. Here are just a few of the jobs you can prepare for with a related specialization:
Company Executive
- Description: Top executives of companies devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. In this job, you would direct and coordinate the operational activities of your company or organization.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Leadership
Financial Analyst
- Description: A financial analyst provides guidance to individuals and businesses making investment decisions. In this career path, you would be expected to offer keen assessments of the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Finance
Health Services Manager
- Description: A health services manager or healthcare administrator plans, directs, and coordinates medical and health services. In this role, you might manage a clinic, a hospital, or a specific department in a hospital.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Healthcare Management
Lodging Manager
- Description: Lodging managers work to ensure that guests have a comfortable, enjoyable stay at their resort or hotel. In this role, you would likely supervise multiple employees to ensure that your establishment is run efficiently, effectively, and profitably.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Tourism Management
Logistician
- Description: Logisticians are in charge of coordinating their organization’s supply chain. This job will require you to plan the entire life cycle of a product, from acquisition to delivery.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
Management Analyst
- Description: A management analyst uses his/her expertise to work as a consultant for companies. Analysts look at ways they can boost productivity and improve efficiency in the operations of an organization. As a management analyst, you might work full time for a company, or you might work for an organization that does consulting for a large number of companies.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Project Management
Marketing Manager
- Description: Marketing managers seek to grow interest in a particular product or service that their company produces. In this role, you would work with a variety of people like art directors and sales agents to strategize and collaborate.
- Recommended Program: MBA in Marketing
Why should I pursue an MBA?
Liberty’s online MBA degree programs provide advanced training in several foundational business topics. You’ll also have the opportunity to focus your studies on an area that most interests you. Check out a full list of our available MBA programs online or explore some of our most popular degree tracks below:
- Do you have a passion for handling financial matters in a business setting? If so, our finance or accounting specialization could be a great fit for you.
- Interested in exploring a niche area of management? Check out our healthcare management, nonprofit leadership, project management, strategic management, supply chain management, and tourism management specializations.
- If you’d like to know more about the interplay between business and law, you may want to pursue the American legal studies or international legal studies specialization.
- For an in-depth look at communication from a business perspective, check out the marketing, public relations, and strategic media and digital content tracks.
- Can’t pick just 1 specialization? Good news! With Liberty’s Master of Business Administration degree, you can pursue multiple specializations at the same time and receive a separate diploma for each specialization you complete.
All of these specializations – and many more – allow you to explore the topics that align with your professional goals. Partner with us and earn the online business MBA you need for your career!
Can I get an MBA degree online?
Yes! At Liberty University, you can earn your Master of Business Administration degree 100% online. You’ll have the freedom to pursue your degree from the comfort of home and on your schedule. Additionally, our cutting-edge online learning environment gives you access to a wealth of resources – such as syllabi, videos, and a top-notch library portal – that will help guide you as you work through your courses. As long as your assignments are submitted by their respective due dates, you can complete your coursework whenever it’s most convenient for you.
We know that the rest of your life doesn’t get put on hold when you enroll in a degree program, which is why our online MBA degrees are designed to offer you maximum flexibility. With 8-week courses and no set login times, you can earn your MBA online degree from wherever you are. Our courses are driven through self-study using the plethora of resources available to you, and our professors are always available to answer any questions you may have, provide feedback on assignments, and ensure that you are effectively learning and retaining the course content.
At Liberty, we’re committed to providing quality online degrees that fit your schedule. Pursue an MBA online program with us and prepare to take your career to new heights!
Is an online MBA degree respected?
Like many students, you may wonder whether an online business administration master’s degree offers the same rigor and credibility as a residential degree. As long as you select a university and/or program that is accredited, you can be confident that your Master of Business Administration online degree will hold weight as an advanced educational credential.
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Additionally, our School of Business is among only 3% of business schools worldwide to earn ACBSP accreditation – so you can be confident that your online MBA degree program from Liberty is of the highest caliber.
Can I become a professor with an MBA?
Maybe you, like many students, are interested in teaching at the collegiate level and wondering if an MBA online degree can help you get there. Job requirements will vary depending on the exact position and school you’re applying to, but in general, online MBA programs can help you pursue teaching positions at colleges and universities.
It’s important to note that the MBA was previously considered a terminal degree among business professionals. However, over the past few years, the development of the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) has allowed people to go further and pursue business administration training at the doctoral level. As a result, some schools require a DBA in order to become a professor – but there are still many teaching opportunities afforded to candidates with a master’s degree!
As an MBA graduate, you could go on to teach at a 2-year institution, such as a community college or junior college. Some 4-year universities also allow MBA graduates to teach, including as part-time or adjunct professors. If you have practical business experience in addition to an MBA, this could help you stand out to employers and secure a teaching position, even at schools that typically prefer applicants with a doctoral degree.
Ultimately, the types of teaching roles available to MBA graduates will come down to the individual institution. Each school has unique application requirements for job candidates – so be sure to research the necessary qualifications for the school you want to teach at!
Does earning an MBA lead to an increased salary?
It can! Your salary will ultimately depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and how much experience you have – however, completing a master’s in business administration is a valuable step that could help open you up to higher earning potential!
How long does it take to get an MBA?
Our carefully crafted MBA degree plans are designed to help you maximize your time while earning your degree. The exact amount of time you spend on your MBA degree will ultimately depend on a number of factors – including your number of transfer credits, your success in each course, and the number of classes you take each semester. If you are looking to complete an MBA in a shorter amount of time, the 36-credit-hour track might be the right fit!
Do I need work experience to enroll in Liberty’s MBA program?
Real-world experience is an essential asset that can help you move upward in your field and pursue positions of added responsibility. However, we recognize that there are many people who want to earn an MBA but don’t yet have professional experience – making it difficult for them to find MBA programs that will allow them to enroll.
If you’re in a similar situation, we have just what you need! At Liberty, you won’t need to complete a certain amount of work experience to enroll in our MBA program. That way, whether you’re a seasoned professional or an applicant with little to no experience, our online MBA degree can meet you where you are and help you gain the skills you need for your career.
Please note: While work experience is not required for admission, Liberty’s MBA does have specific educational requirements and course prerequisites that must be met. Please visit our admission requirements page for more information.
When can I start my MBA?
At Liberty, you can begin your online MBA degree whenever it’s most convenient for you. Maybe you’re looking to start your MBA immediately after finishing your bachelor’s degree, or perhaps you earned your bachelor’s a while ago and want to earn your master’s after spending years in the professional world. Either way, our online master’s degree in business administration is designed to help you take the next step toward your goals.
To get started, you’ll need to be sure you meet our admission requirements and submit all necessary documentation. We accept applications on a rolling admission basis, so all applications will be considered as they are received. Upon acceptance into the program, you can register for courses and complete Financial Check-In. Liberty offers 8 different start dates each year, allowing you to begin pursuing your degree as soon as possible!
What is the best degree to pursue after an MBA?
Our MBA online program provides valuable training that can help you pursue career advancement and new job opportunities. It also serves as an excellent stepping stone to a doctoral program. Depending on your specific career goals, you may decide that an MBA is the final step you need to take in your educational journey – or you may find that earning a doctoral degree can help open up additional doors of opportunity and enable you to further hone your skill set.
If you decide to pursue a doctorate after completing your MBA, there are a variety of degrees you can choose from! A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) provides practical training for those who want to solve complex business problems directly in the field. If you want to contribute to business research and scholarship, our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organization and Management or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration may be right for you. Our Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) is a great option if you want to focus on leadership principles essential to effective business management.
Can I pursue a PhD after an MBA?
Yes – depending on the exact degree you want to pursue, you can complete a PhD program after earning your MBA! If you’re interested in a business-specific PhD, check out our PhD in Organization and Management or PhD in Business Administration.
Perhaps you’ll finish your MBA and decide to pursue a PhD in an area other than business. To do so, you’ll need to check the admission requirements for the specific PhD you’re interested in. Some doctoral degrees require completion of a particular master’s degree for admission while others are open to applicants from a wide range of educational backgrounds. To learn more about the admission requirements for Liberty’s doctoral degrees, visit our online doctoral programs page.
What are the highlights of this program?
- Our School of Business is among only 3% of business schools worldwide to earn ACBSP accreditation. You can be confident that our MBA online programs have met rigorous academic standards and accreditation requirements.
- Can’t decide on just 1 specialization? Our MBA program online lets you pursue multiple specializations, so you can broaden your horizons and explore your interests.
- You will have opportunities to network with other business leaders in the program from around the country.
- With an MBA online degree, you could pursue a wider variety of promotion and job opportunities as well as increase your earning potential.
- Many employers require a master’s in business administration degree for new hires and for those who are looking to move up in the company – so earning your MBA could help you grow professionally.
- By specializing in a key area of business, you can become an expert in your field and prepare to take on leadership roles.
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