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Master the Future of Business Today with Pfeiffer’s MBA
Whether you work in technology, finance, healthcare, or another industry, Pfeiffer’s flexible MBA program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel as a leader in today’s dynamic business environment.
Next start date: January 2026
Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Pfeiffer University is a 33-credit-hour online program designed for working professionals. Enjoy the flexibility of online classes with no required live virtual meetings, making it possible to fit your studies into your already busy schedule. Designed to be completed in just 15 months, the curriculum emphasizes practical, real-world projects that enable students to apply new knowledge and skills immediately. Throughout the program, you’ll develop resume-ready skills, expand your professional network by collaborating with peers and practitioner faculty, and have the option to specialize in one of seven in-demand areas of focus.
Graduate in 15 months!
Flexible, online classes- no live virtual meetings required.
ACBSP-Accredited
Affordable tuition at just $400 per credit hour
Areas of Focus:
Program Highlights
A Master of Business Administration degree offers several advantages for professionals hoping to advance their careers:
Versatility
A Master of Business Administration degree is one of the most versatile graduate degrees, with applications in many different industries, including finance, healthcare, marketing, or technology. This broad applicability enables MBA holders to transfer skills across industries and adapt to evolving market demands.
Networking
MBA graduates also have the advantage of building a network through connections with fellow students, alumni, and faculty.
Leadership Development
Leadership development is a key focus of MBA programs, helping you prepare to take on new leadership roles throughout your career.
Earnings Potential
According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the median starting salary for MBA graduates in the United States is nearly 1.75 times that of bachelor’s degree holders in business-related fields.
What You’ll Learn
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Learn to use mathematical models, statistical analysis, and management information systems to improve individual and organizational decision-making.
Negotiations and Conflict Resolution
Learn the process, techniques, and tactics of bargaining and negotiation.
Law, Ethics, and Corporate Governance
Understand the legal and ethical issues affecting business operations, contracts, liability, regulation, and employment.
Strategic Management and Leadership
Apply all that you learn in the MBA program to design and complete a project for your employer or a consulting client.
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Accreditation
Pfeiffer University’s Business Management and Leadership Program is approved by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP).
Why Pfeiffer?
- Online-First Format: Flexible, asynchronous courses designed for professionals
- No Business Pre-Requisites Required: Learn the foundational skills you need for success in our MBA 700 Business Foundations course.
- Affordable tuition at only $400 per credit hour.
- Practitioner faculty with real-world experience in the subject areas in which they teach.
- Accelerated time to degree. Graduate in only 15 months!
- Future-Proof Curriculum: Stay ahead of change with seven in-demand degree specialization options.
Career Outcomes
- A Master of Business Administration degree is a versatile graduate degree that can prepare you for many leadership roles in various industries.
- Potential Careers for MBA Graduates Include:
- Project Management Specialist (Median Annual Salary: $100,750)
- Computer and Information Systems Managers (Median Annual Salary: $171,200)
- Marketing Managers (Median Annual Salary: $159,660)
- Data Scientists (Median Annual Salary: $112,590)
- *Salary Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Who Should Apply?
- Working professionals ready to advance into leadership roles
- Recent bachelor’s degree earners looking to advance in management and develop leadership skills
- Professionals looking to develop resume-ready skills in in-demand specialty areas, like Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, and Finance
- Entrepreneurs and business leaders
Fast Facts
- According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the median estimated starting salary for MBA graduates in the United States is nearly 1.75 times that of bachelor’s degree holders in business-related fields.
- MBA grads made up nearly 40 percent of C-Suite Executives on the 2022 Fortune1000 List.
Curriculum Overview
SH = Semester Hours
Business Foundations (3 SH)
Organizational Communications (3 SH)
Critical Thinking for Continuous Improvement(3 SH)
Managerial Accounting (3 SH)
Law, Ethics, and Corporate Governance (3 SH)
Business Agility (3 SH)
or
Supply Chain Management (3 SH)
Negotiations and Conflict Resolution (3 SH)
Data-Informed Decision-Making (3 SH)
Managerial Finance (3 SH)
Strategic Management and Leadership (3 SH)
1 elective course selected in consultation with your advisor.
Course requirements will differ for each focus area.