Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Business Administration
Designed for working professionals, the University of North Alabama 100% online MBA gives you the flexibility to advance your education while staying active in your career. But it's not just about moving up - it's about building your legacy, shaping your future, and making a lasting impact wherever your path takes you. Learn from experienced faculty who bring real-world insight to every course, and apply what you're learning in real time on the job.
Get the credibility you need from an AACSB-accredited MBA ranked among the top 50 globally (#41 by Great Business Schools), all for under $21K. High value, low cost.
Cost
$495 per credit hour + fees
Time to Complete
12-18 Months (Full Time)
18-24 Months (Part Time)
Modality
100% Online
Accreditation
AACSB
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Why UNA for Your MBA?
Looking for a business school that fits your schedule and your career ambitions? UNA's flexible, AACSB-accredited MBA ranks among the top MBA programs for working professionals and is built to give you options today and momentum for tomorrow.- Five annual start dates so you can begin when it works for you
- 11 concentration choices (or customize your own path)
- 100 percent online format to fit your life
- Respected, AACSB-acccredited degree for $20,400
- New Start Scholarship: your first course is free*
- No GMAT required for admission
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Curriculum
UNA's MBA program builds strong leadership skills and offers 11 concentrations - or a customizable track - to match your goals, whether you're pursuing a new specialization or advancing with years of experience. If you're a seasoned professional, the Exeutive MBA is a powerful way to deepen your expertise and grow your confidence in high-level decision-making.
Concentrations
Advance your opportunities in public, management and governmental accounting and prepare to pursue CPA certification. Now offering a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) for those looking for a more specialized accounting program.
- Discover Business ranks UNA's Online MBA in Accounting Program #3 in the nation
- Named Top Master's in Accounting Program in Alabama by Masters in Accounting
Enhance your proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and communication of results to solve business problems and make more informed decisions.
Prepare for the challenge of leading an organization. This program was designed for rising managers and career professionals with six to eight years of business experience.
- Ranked #9 Best Online Executive MBA in the nation for 2021 by Great Business Schools
- Ranked #12 Online EMBA Program for 2020 by College Consensus
For those looking to move into leadership roles within technical organizations, this concentration combines the core strengths of an MBA with a focus on managing engineering teams and projects. No engineering background is required—just a desire to lead in a technical setting. Courses include Project Management, Strategic Leadership in Engineering and Technology, and Quality and Innovation Management in Technical Organizations.
Master a deeper understanding of finance while developing the professional communication and analytical skills needed for leadership roles in banking, investment analysis or corporate finance.
Develop knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards to help meet the growing demand for management at medical facilities.
Prepare for the SHRM Assurance of Learning Certificate with human capital management skills and new approaches to enterprise systems, organizational behavior, and global competitiveness.
- Ranked #7 Best Online MBA in Human Resources in 2021 by Best Value Schools
Analyze and optimize the ever-evolving role of database structure and systems that improve the performance of personnel in organizations.
This concentration is ideal for professionals ready to advance their careers in manufacturing management. With a focus on improving processes, ensuring safety and quality, and optimizing logistics, students will explore courses such as Process Safety, Quality Management and Six Sigma, and Operations Management for Manufacturing Systems. It's a strong fit for those who want to lead and drive continuous improvement on the production floor.
Focus on developing critical methodologies for managing projects and successfully interacting with organizational processes in business environments.
- Named #31 by Intelligent for Best MBA in Project Management Degree Programs in the nation
The Strategic Marketing and Sales Leadership Concentration offers students the flexibility to tailor their learning across key areas of modern marketing. With course options in sales management strategies, digital branding & marketing analytics, key account management, and electronic marketing, students can shape their expertise based on their individual interests and marketing career goals. Whether focusing on leading high-performing sales teams or leveraging data and digital strategies to build strong brands and paid media campaigns, students gain the skills needed to drive growth and lead in today's dynamic marketplace.
Build your own MBA degree plan by choosing three electives (9 credits) in lieu of a concentration to create your own MBA degree, online or hybrid. You must complete the 25-credit MBA Core in addition to 9 credits of electives.
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Recognition & Rankings
Your MBA from the University of North Alabam is backed by a strong reputation for academic excellence and affordability, making it a smart choice for your future. UNA's program is consistently ranked as one of the Top MBA programs that support working professionals.
- CEO Magazine ranked the University of North Alabama MBA as a Tier One program in overall delivery and #17 in the world for online MBA programs
- Still the largest MBA Program in Alabama (eight years in a row) as ranked by Birmingham Business Journal
- Named #1 in Alabama for 100% Online MBA with AACSB Accreditation by Online MBA Page
- Largest MBA Program in Alabama as ranked by Birmingham Business Journal for six consecutive years
- Ranked #9 Best Online Executive MBA in the nation for 2021 by Great Business Schools
- Ranked #12 Online EMBA Program for 2020 by College Consensus
- Discover Business ranks UNA's Online MBA in Accounting Program #3 in the nation
- Ranked #4 Best Online MBA in Global Business for 2021 by Best Value Schools
- Ranked #7 Best Online MBA in Human Resources in 2021 by Best Value Schools
- Ranked #3 Most Affordable MBA in International Business by Masters Programs Guide for 2021
- Named #2 by Intelligent for Best MBA in International Business Degree Programs in the nation
- Named #31 by Intelligent for Best MBA in Project Management Degree Programs in the nation
- Named #3 by MBA Central for Best Online Human Resources MBA Degree Program
- Named #7 by MBA Central for Best Online Executive MBA Degree Program
- Named #3 MBA Program in Alabama by Online MBA Today
- Named #1 in Alabama for 100% Online MBA with AACSB Accreditation by Online MBA Page
- Named #1 in Alabama for Online MBA with Human Resources Concentration by Online MBA Page
- Named #5 for 10 Best Online Executive MBA Programs for 2019 by OnlineCourseReport
- Ranked #1 Online EMBA Program for 2019 by College Consensus
- Named #7 for Best Online MBA Degrees for 2019 by Best College Reviews
- Named #3 for Best Online Executive MBA Programs in 2019 by TheBestSchools
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What Can I Do With an MBA?
The purpose of an MBA is to provide training in the theory and practice of business management. It is suitable for students from a wide range of industry backgrounds: arts, sciences, engineering, nursing, business, education, computer science, or technology. The MBA gives you control of your future, provides opportunities, and helps you to be a valuable contributor to the world around you. It will also have a positive effect on your income. According to the Graduate Management Admissions Council, at $115,000, the median salary of MBA grads is 75% more than that of people with a bachelor’s degree alone. No matter what your career goals are, a graduate business degree can help you to achieve them.
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“The MBA program at UNA has given me the tools to become a better leader and effectively manage my team. The curriculum has challenged me to improve my management abilities and allows me to interact with multidisciplinary students from around the world.”
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Admissions Requirements
The admission requirements for the program may vary depending on the concentration and your professional experience, but typically include the following:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- A minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale
- No GMAT required
- Up to six semester hours of graduate credit may be transferred from other approved institutions.
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Tuition & Aid
Earn a high quality online MBA for $20,400 with no extra fees. That's less than half the national average tuition*. We want to make your educational experience affordable and multiple scholarships are available. As a newly enrolled student in an online program, you will receive your first course free when you enroll in a minimum of two courses.
Tuition Cost
Online MBA, including Executive option: $495 per credit hour + fees
1 The national average for MBA tuition is $35,000-$50,000, according to MBA.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Test scores are currently waived for admission. View all admissions requirements.
- Traditional: A regular MBA with the opportunity to specialize in a particular concentration.
- An Executive MBA is for individuals with significant business experience (5 years) who want to improve their leadership and management skills.
Visit Student Financial Services for any financial aid information.
Your MBA diploma will not say “online”. You can be confident in knowing that UNA’s online programs receive the same quality of education as the in-person programs - from the same instructors teaching the same content.