The MBA That Fits Your Life
- No GRE or GMAT needed
- Just over $19K total tuition (30 credits)*
- Complete in about 1 year as a full-time student, or go at your own pace
- Accredited by NECHE and ACBSP
- 15+ career-focused concentrations
- Business background not required*
*If you're required to take foundational courses and choose to take a concentration, your total tuition cost may increase based on the cost of 3-6 additional credits.
MBA Program Overview
Southern New Hampshire University's online Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a 30-credit (10-course) program designed to be accessible to everyone. With mobile-friendly resources and a flexible assignment schedule, it can easily fit your busy life. And at just over $19,000 – total tuition – our accredited online MBA program fits your budget, too.
Have a business degree? Great! You’ll take 7 core business courses and then choose 3 electives or a 3-course concentration to round out your 10-course MBA program.
No business background? No problem! You may need 1 or 2 foundation courses. Then, you’ll take 7 core courses and 1 elective (or add a 3-course concentration) to complete your program.
If you enroll full time in the online MBA program (2 courses per term), you should be able to finish in about 1 year. For part-time students (1 course per term), it could take about 2 years. The good news is, you can switch from full time to part time and back again as often as you need.
What You'll Learn
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Organizational strategy
- Global and cultural awareness
- Ethical, legal and sustainable practices
- PLUS, earn embedded credentials along the way
How You'll Learn
At SNHU, you'll get support from day 1 to graduation and beyond. And with no set class times, 24/7 access to the online classroom, and helpful learning resources along the way, you'll have everything you need to reach your goals.
MBA Concentrations
An optional concentration allows you to customize your MBA to your interests or career goals. Concentrations are 3 courses each and provide in-depth coverage of a specific subject, like finance or human resources. With 17 career-focused concentrations to choose from, there truly is an MBA for everyone.
Accounting
Take your business and financial expertise to the next level by earning your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Accounting.
Our master’s graduates are employed by some of the country’s top accounting firms, and many have earned managerial roles in a wide variety of fields.
Learn more about earning your accounting MBA online.
Courses may include:
- Financial Reporting I
- Financial Reporting II
- Tax Factors in Business Decisions
If you're interested in accounting, you may also like our full online master's in accounting program.
Business Analytics
When you understand data, you're able to make better decisions.
With your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Business Analytics, you can help your organization implement change and provide actionable solutions to achieve business goals.
Learn more about earning your business analytics MBA online.
Courses may include:
- Business Analytics
- Descriptive Business Analytics
- Predictive Business Analytics
Interested in a degree that focuses even more on analytics? Check out our online master's in data analytics program.
Engineering Management
Learn more about earning your engineering management MBA online.
Courses may include:
- Introduction to Engineering for Engineering Managers
- Project Leadership for Engineering Managers
- Systems Engineering and Business Practices
Entrepreneurship
Prepare yourself for the startup life when you earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. Master strategies that can help you launch your ideas – and have them take off. By learning today’s best practices, you can set your business up for success tomorrow.
Learn more about earning your MBA in Entrepreneurship online.
Courses may include:
- Consulting
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
- Franchising
Finance
When you earn your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance, you gain a competitive edge in your career, learning specialized topics like short-term financial management, portfolio management and capital budgeting.
This master’s is ideal for financial analysts, project analysts, security analysts and investment brokers.
Learn more about earning your MBA in Finance online.
- Corporate Financial Management
- Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management
- Short-Term Financial Management
If you're interested in finance, we also offer a full online master's in finance.
Healthcare Management
Step up in the growing healthcare industry when you earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Healthcare Management at SNHU. Learn how you can have an impact on patient care, information systems and current trends when you earn a business-focused health degree.
Learn more about earning your MBA in Healthcare online.
Courses may include:
- Healthcare Informatics
- Social & Organizational Issues in Healthcare
- Topics in Health Administration
If you're interested in healthcare, we also offer a full online master's in healthcare administration.
Human Resources
Help solve complex workplace problems when you earn your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Human Resources at SNHU. Gain advanced business skills and learn to analyze relevant information so that you can become a decision-maker – and a leader – within your organization. Curriculum in the MBA in HR aligns with the Society of Human Resource Management's (SHRM) Body of Competency & Knowledge (BoCK).
Learn more about earning your MBA in Human Resources online.
Courses may include:
- Leading Change
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Total Rewards
If you're interested in HR, we also offer a full online master's in human resource management.
Information Technology Management
Earning your Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology Management can help you get ahead in a rapidly changing technological environment. Your solid business management and technology background positions you for a high-level career in IT management, digital commerce, e-business and telecommunications.
SNHU’s master’s program offers you a unique competitive advantage: knowledge of the latest technology and enhanced analytical and financial skills. The MBA in Information Technology Management online program enables you to imagine and execute technological planning at the business and organizational levels. Additionally, you'll be able to convey the sudden and complex technological changes and implementation plans to upper-level management – a critical role that helps them fully understand the issues so you can get to work expediting solutions.
By blending your IT expertise with creative planning and implementation strategy, you can help your employer get to – or stay at the top of – its IT game, connected seamlessly on various platforms and accessible to consumers throughout the world.
Career outlook:
With the growing demand for more business professionals with IT expertise, graduates of the MBA in Information Technology Management online program are prepared for a variety of employment opportunities including:
- Computer and information systems manager
- Systems analyst
- Business analyst
- Data processing manager
- Director of information technology
- Chief information officer
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that many IT careers will grow through 2032, including computer systems analyst (10%) and computer and information systems manager (15%) – much faster than the average growth rate for all occupations.1
Courses may include:
- Advanced Information Technology
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Management of Information Technology
If you're interested in information technology, we also offer a full online master's in IT.
International Business
Learn to develop the strategies that can bring global success to your organization when you earn your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in International Business from SNHU. You’ll gain an understanding of business in cultural, economic, political and legal environments, allowing you to seamlessly shift between opportunities.
Courses may include:
- International Market Strategy
- Managing International Trade and Finance
- Multinational Corporate Environment
Leadership
Develop the skills needed to succeed in business in an era marked by one constant: change. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Leadership program is designed for those who want to lead organizational change, manage people effectively or launch a sustainable new venture amid the challenges of an increasingly complex business landscape. Build upon personal experience by using examples from your own relationships and workplaces. You'll learn proven strategies and tactics that can inspire individuals, teams and organizations to reach their full potential.
The MBA in Leadership degree coursework by design is readily applicable to your real-world challenges. Taught by business-savvy educators, SNHU's online MBA in Leadership program provides added value for a broad range of positions in a variety of organizational structures from the corporate world to nonprofits and educational institutions.
The program combines best practices with research and real-world case studies for a focused examination of communication for leadership, leading change and psychology of leadership.
Career outlook:
Strong leadership skills are increasingly essential to the development of successful organizations. MBA in Leadership graduates will find relevant opportunities across private and public sectors, particularly in corporations, nonprofits, education, service organizations, healthcare, government agencies, marketing and information technology.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports job prospects for business leaders will continue to grow through 2032. Employment for training and development managers is projected to increase 6%, while employment of sales managers could increase 4%. Demand for top executives may rise 3% by 2032.1
Courses may include:
- Communication for Leadership
- Leading Change
- Psychology of Leadership
If you're interested in pursuing leadership, you may also be interested in a full online master's in organizational leadership.
Marketing
Take a deep dive into marketing best practices when you earn your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Marketing at SNHU. Develop a better understanding of consumers and how to market to them, as well as communication strategies that can help your audience take the action you want.
Learn more about earning your MBA in Marketing online.
Courses may include:
- Brand Management
- Consumer Behavior and Marketing
- Promotions Management
If you're interested in marketing, you may also like our full online master's in marketing.
Music Business
Learn more about earning your MBA degree in music business online.
Courses may include:
- Music Business Finance
- Music Business Structure and Strategies
- Music Marketing Strategies
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Specialize in strategy when you earn your Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Operations & Supply Chain Management from SNHU. Learn more about ensuring an efficient product flow through customer service standards, inventory control, procurement, transportation planning and warehouse management.
Learn more about earning your MBA in supply chain management online.
Courses may include:
- Operations Management
- Quantitative Analysis for Decision Making
- Supply Chain Management
Should you desire a shorter graduate-level program, we also offer a 6-course Operations and Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate.
Project Management
Help projects in your organization go from start to finish – smoothly – when you earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Project Management from SNHU. You’ll learn processes that can help you plan and measure a project on time and on budget. Successful completion of concentration coursework can satisfy the educational requirement needed to take the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam.
Learn more about earning you earning your MBA in Project Management online.
Courses may include:
- Project Management
- Project Management for PMP® Certification
- Seminar in Project Management
If you're interested in project management, you may also like our full master's in project management online.
Public Administration
Advocate and implement change for the public good across a whole spectrum of interests by earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Public Administration. You'll learn how to excel as a leader, using your own personal strengths and know-how to motivate a team, delegate and put together a strategy that sees your goal through to completion.
Learn more about earning your MBA in Public Administration online.
Courses may include:
- Foundations of Public Administration
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Strategic Management in Public Service
As an added bonus, all 9 credits from this concentration may also be applied to a graduate certificate in public administration, yet another feather in your professional cap.
Sport Management
Combine a passion for sports with a traditional business background when you earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Sport Management from SNHU.
The program combines a solid foundation in business with a special emphasis on the business of sports, offering a well-rounded education for anyone who wants to move up the ladder or make a career change.
From business development to brand building to event planning, the online MBA in Sport Management gives you a strong foundation in business and management and a real-world perspective on the multibillion-dollar sports industry.
Because of the breadth of courses offered in sports management, you'll graduate with a broad set of skills and knowledge you can apply right away, no matter your career path.
The coursework is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of specific aspects of the industry, from sports teams, agencies and event management to equipment manufacturing, parks and recreation and intercollegiate and scholastic sports. You'll critically evaluate the issues and opportunities that face the sports industry across a range of disciplines.
Career outlook:
Job prospects within the industry are predicted to be strong in the coming years, thanks to the continued popularity of sports. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in entertainment and sports occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2032.1
In the MBA in sport management online program, you'll gain a combination of skills that provides a unique competitive advantage: knowledge of the latest trends in sport business and enhanced marketing, analytic and financial skills. These sport management master's program courses give you a solid business management and sports background, positioning you for a high-level career in any of the specialized fields in the industry, including:
- Event and facility management
- Equipment manufacturing
- Intercollegiate and scholastic sports
- Parks and recreation
- Professional sports teams
- Sports agencies
Courses may include:
- Internationalization of Sport Business
- Management of Sport Organizations
- Sport and Society
If you're interested in a career in sports administration, you may also like our full online master's in sports management.
Sustainability & Environmental Compliance
Master green business practices with Southern New Hampshire University's Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Sustainability and Environmental Compliance program. Designed for individuals who want to make a difference in the world, this MBA program teaches you how to apply practical solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing society now and in the foreseeable future.
The MBA in sustainability coursework can offer you the skills and knowledge you need to help your organization comply with constantly changing environmental laws and achieve sustainability goals. You'll discover how to build support for ecological strategies that make economic sense and learn how to be an advocate for positive change.
SNHU’s online program offers a classic MBA combined with courses that focus on a broad range of ecological and energy-related challenges and opportunities. Because our sustainability and environmental compliance professors bring extensive and broad experience to the classroom – as environmental advocates, executives and activists – they're able to provide a solid theoretical framework of the issues while offering current real-world examples of what they're teaching.
Career outlook:
An online MBA in Sustainability and Environmental Compliance can help you prepare for a number of career prospects, including with large and small firms, renewable energy and sustainability trade associations, ecological advocacy organizations and municipal and ecological regulatory agencies.
With the growth of green jobs on the rise, fueled by the increasing interest in climate change and alternative energy, the career outlook is promising for anyone interested in environmental and sustainability careers.
Courses may include:
- Energy and Society
- Environment Compliance/Sustainability
- Environment Issues
Upgrade Your Career with an Online MBA
“After earning my degree, I got a job that changed my life and the lives around me,” said SNHU graduate Tanzania Fair ‘20. Hear more about how SNHU’s online MBA helped make it possible for her and her classmates to succeed.
MBA Career Outlook
The skills you’ll learn in the online MBA program relate to a variety of careers, making it a great choice for anyone in today's job market.
"The online MBA is designed with a broad focus that can apply across industries," said Dr. Andrew Gallion, an adjunct instructor at SNHU and a subject-matter expert for the MBA program. "This MBA program is equally of value for a manager or executive in manufacturing, management consulting, government, retail or biotech.”
Job Growth and Salary
Job Growth
According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) 2023 Corporate Recruiters Survey, 90% of recruiters planned to hire MBA graduates in 2023.2
Potential Salary
The median annual starting salary offered to new employees with an MBA in 2023 was $125,000, according to the GMAC 2023 Corporate Recruiters Survey.2
Understanding the Numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors — like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.
Where Could You Work?
Right now, some of the hottest careers for MBA graduates include job settings like:
Accounting & Finance
Analyze and manage funds to help drive organizational growth and stability.
Business Operations
Help drive people and process to make sure organizations run efficiently.
Analytics
Track and analyze intelligence metrics to make data-driven business decisions.
Human Resources
Be the people person, managing talent acquisition, training and growth.
Marketing
Reach consumers through advertising campaigns to drive company growth.
Medical & Health Services
Manage operations for hospitals, research labs, or other health organizations.
Start Your Journey Toward an Online MBA Degree
Why SNHU For Your MBA
Flexible
With no set class meeting times, you can learn on your schedule and access online course materials 24/7. Our online MBA program offers more fluidity around assignment due dates than before and course resources better suited for the on-the-go learner.
Affordable
As part of our mission to make higher education more accessible, we’re committed to keeping our tuition rates low. In fact, we offer some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation.
Prior coursework and work experience could also help you save time and money. SNHU’s MBA transfer policy allows you to transfer up to 6 credits from your previous institution. You could also earn college credit for previous work experience.
Respected
Founded in 1932, SNHU is a private, nonprofit institution with over 160,000 graduates across the country. SNHU is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) — which means our 200+ associate, bachelor's and master's programs meet high academic standards. In addition, many of SNHU's degree programs also carry specialized programmatic accreditation. This includes our portfolio of business programs, which are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
To be regionally accredited, one of 7 regional accreditation organizations recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) has determined that the university meets its high academic standards and expectations. Most nonprofit institutions are institutionally accredited.
In addition, SNHU's suite of online business programs, including the MBA, are also programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
In addition, SNHU has been nationally recognized for its efforts to lead the way toward more innovative, affordable and achievable education:
- “Most Innovative” regional university honors from U.S. News & World Report each year since 2015
- A $1 million grant from Google.org to explore soft skills assessments for high-need youth
- Recognition as a 2017 Digital Learning Innovator by the Online Learning Consortium
Extensive Business Alumni Network
Since our first MBA graduate class in 1974, we’ve welcomed over 20,000 MBA graduates to our alumni network. For current students, that means an extensive business networking group, an opportunity to seek out college mentorship opportunities and learn from students who have already walked the path.
93.6% of online students would recommend SNHU (according to a 2022 survey with 17,000+ respondents). Discover why SNHU may be right for you.
Admission Requirements
Part of our mission to expand access to quality, higher education means removing the barriers that may stand between you and your degree. That’s why you can apply at any time and get a decision within days of submitting all required materials — with no GRE or GMAT required.
Acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis throughout the year for our 5 graduate terms.
How to Apply
Simply contact an admission counselor, who can help you explore financial options, answer all your questions and walk you through the application process, which includes:
- No application fee
- Completing a graduate application
- Providing undergraduate transcripts
Leading the Way
Nicole Metheny ’22
"One of the biggest advantages of getting my MBA has been my growth in leadership. My confidence has grown personally and professionally, and I improved my existing business skills to become an effective game changer."
Courses & Curriculum
The online MBA program at Southern New Hampshire University can best be described as hands-on preparation for becoming a leader of tomorrow. The curriculum was designed to weave subjects like finance, marketing and strategy throughout classes on brand optimization, measuring success and innovation.
All MBA students are required to take the same 7 core business courses. In addition to the business core, you can choose to take 3 courses from a selection of major electives or incorporate a concentration to round out your 10-course program.
Note: If your bachelor's degree isn't in business or a related field, you may have to complete up to 2 foundation courses. These foundations cover essential business skills you’ll use throughout the MBA program. And, you can use your foundation courses as electives in the general MBA track, keeping your program length to 30 credits. If you’re required to take foundations and you choose to add a concentration, the maximum length of your program would be 36 credits.
Get Real-World Experience
All online MBA classes use scenario-based learning, which gives you the opportunity to practice the course content in a real-world scenario of a likely business problem.
"The learner will be immersed in an experience with learning tools and an instructor who acts like a mentor," said Dr. Jessica Rogers, a senior associate dean at SNHU. "The scenario solution is mapped for the student to break challenges into sub-tasks, leading to a conclusion and assignment submission."
Scenario-based learning gives you an authentic learning experience that mimics the workplace. By taking part in several scenarios, you can bring advanced expertise to organizations as soon as you graduate.
Earn Embedded Credentials
In each course throughout the program, there's an opportunity for you to earn embedded credentials in industry-recognized skill areas that align to your coursework. Not only will you graduate with an MBA, but along the way, you'll gain a competitive advantage with badges and certificates that can be immediately shared out to your network and potential employers.
22 Embedded Credentials
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
(AICPA & CIMA) Certificates in:
- Power BI Series
- Data Analytics Core Concepts
- Blockchain Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals
- Strategy Development and Implementation
- Robotic Process Automation Strategy for Business Leaders
- Cost Accounting and Management
- Building Personal Resilience
- Application of Data Analysis Essentials
- Data Analytics Modeling
- Application of Data and Visualization
- Managing Change
AICPA & CIMA Certificate in Human Intelligence Series in:
- Coaching vs. Mentoring
- Time Management
- Leading vs. Managing
- Emotional Intelligence
- Critical Thinking Skills
AICPA & CIMA Certificate in Human Intelligence Series 2 in:
- Time Management
- Introduction to Power BI tools
- Prepare Your Data Efficiently for Excel Analysis
Wiley Acclaim Badge in Excel
Credly Acclaim Badge in Stats 101
Hubspot Badge in Inbound Marketing
Future-Proof Your Career
To say that SNHU's MBA program has moved away from a traditional format might be an understatement. We've developed a program that delivers a long-established MBA education in a new and dynamic way to truly give you the best of both worlds.
"This program looks away from the design and content of past, more traditional programs and forward into the future for the skills needed to succeed," said Dr. Andrew Gallion, an adjunct instructor at SNHU and a subject-matter expert for the MBA program. "While a subject like accounting appears to be pretty straightforward, having an innovative mindset can push the practice forward and create efficiencies and new techniques."
Having skills that are – and will be – in demand from employers is crucial for your success. The MBA program can help you develop high-demand skills like:
- Cognitive flexibility
- Complex problem-solving
- Coordinating with others
- Critical thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- Environmental consciousness
- Judgment and decision-making
- Negotiation and people management
You’ll also enhance your soft skills, a key ingredient for success in any aspect of the business world.
Learn From Industry Experts
Successful business leaders from a variety of industries play an important part in the MBA curriculum. They share their advice and expertise via video presentations in each course.
All of the speakers are either alumni of SNHU's MBA program or friends of Southern New Hampshire University. They're lifelong learners who are passionate about sharing their business knowledge.
One speaker is Howard Brodsky, co-founder, chairman and co-chief executive officer of CCA Global Partners, which is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States.
"An MBA gives you the tools to be more successful quicker," Brodsky said. "I feel very strongly that one of the great benefits of the MBA program at Southern New Hampshire University is that you're going to get really seasoned business leaders to give you ideas and experience that can help you in your path to success."
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| MBA 530 | Leading People and Organizations | Impactful leaders have the ability to define direction, understand their uniqueness, communicate effectively, and use emotional intelligence to lead people, teams, and organizations. Students will explore leadership theories, issues, and trends, while also applying evidence-based methodologies and tools to assess and elevate their personal leadership plan. By connecting leadership theories and methodologies to trends, challenges, and opportunities facing leadership, this course will help students to effectively lead and empower others. |
| MBA 540 | Organizational Strategy in a Global Environment | Impactful leaders leverage business intelligence to make ethical decisions, solve complex problems, and craft strategic direction to improve organizational performance and agility in a dynamic global business environment. Students develop context and understanding of how organizations formulate a strategic direction and organize all business functions to complement each other to achieve organizational objectives. Students develop the strategy know-how to assess, inform, and form interconnected functional and organizational strategic direction. |
| MBA 580 | Innovation and Strategy for High-Performance Organizations | High performance organizational leaders cultivate innovative thinking and processes and their application to developing successful business strategies. Students will analyze the attributes of innovative thinkers and cultures and how organizational structure and policy can promote or inhibit innovation. The course will explore the market and technology forces that drive the adoption of innovation and the tools and methods--such as risk analysis, economic analysis, statistics, and forecasting--to drive the analysis, selection, and implementation of innovative products and processes. |
| MBA 620 | Measuring Success in an Organization | Effective leaders need a comprehensive understanding of financial and management accounting principles, analytical techniques, and computer-based tools. Students will prepare, monitor, and evaluate financial and accounting reports and metrics and present their findings and recommendations. From reporting to planning, students will develop an acute awareness of a perpetually changing business environment and how entities measure its success, challenges and resources. |
| MBA 645 | Optimizing Brands | Organizational leaders balance brand management and its relationship with impactful marketing strategies. Students will study the key brand elements of identity, trust, and building habit-forming brand experiences. By applying market research, target market identification, customer trends in the marketplace, and ethical considerations, students will develop a marketing strategy for an organization. |
| Total Credits: 30 | ||
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Technical Requirements
Video Communication Platform:
- Mac or PC desktop or laptop (not a mobile device or tablet)
- Webcam
- Microphone
- Required: At least 1 Mbps upload/download speed
- Learn more about our detailed technical requirements
Internet Connectivity for Virtual Labs:
- Recommended: 5Mbps upload/download speed with less than 40ms latency
Minimum Hardware Requirements
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Currently supported operating system from Microsoft. |
Currently supported operating system from Apple. |
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Memory (RAM) |
8GB or higher |
8GB or higher |
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Hard Drive |
100GB or higher |
100GB or higher |
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Antivirus Software |
Required for campus students. Strongly recommended for online students. |
Required for campus students. Strongly recommended for online students. |
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Internet/ Bandwidth |
5 Mbps Download, 1 Mbps Upload and less than 100 ms Latency |
5 Mbps Download, 1 Mbps Upload and less than 100 ms Latency |
Notes:
- Laptop or desktop? Whichever you choose depends on your personal preference and work style, though laptops tend to offer more flexibility.
- Note: Chromebooks (Chrome OS) and iPads (iOS) do not meet the minimum requirements for coursework at SNHU. These offer limited functionality and do not work with some course technologies. They are not acceptable as the only device you use for coursework. While these devices are convenient and may be used for some course functions, they cannot be your primary device. SNHU does, however, have an affordable laptop option that it recommends: Dell Latitude 3301 with Windows 10.
- Office 365 Pro Plus is available free of charge to all SNHU students and faculty. The Office suite will remain free while you are a student at SNHU. Upon graduation you may convert to a paid subscription if you wish. Terms subject to change at Microsoft's discretion. Review system requirements for Microsoft 365 plans for business, education and government.
- Antivirus software: Check with your ISP as they may offer antivirus software free of charge to subscribers.
University Accreditation
Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) as well as several other accrediting bodies.
This program and its concentrations are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Student achievement data can be found on College Navigator.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates for SNHU's online degree programs are among the lowest in the nation. We offer a 25% tuition discount for U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty.
| Online Graduate Programs | Per Course | Per Credit Hour | Annual Cost for 15 credits |
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| Degree/Certificates | $1,911 | $637 | $9,555 |
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Degree/Certificates (U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty)* |
$1,410 | $470 | $7,050 |
Tuition rates are subject to change and are reviewed annually.
*Note: students receiving this rate are not eligible for additional discounts.
Additional Costs:
Course Materials ($ varies by course). Foundational courses may be required based on your undergraduate course history, which may result in additional cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get an MBA online?
Of course. Many schools offer their MBA programs online so that working professionals can continue their career while pursuing advancement through their master's degree.
SNHU has been a pioneer institution in online programming since 1995, giving us decades of experience keeping up with the changing landscape of the workforce. With SNHU, you'll benefit from an institution that's led the way in modern education, currently serving over 150,000 learners nationwide.
"All the research I did said go to SNHU," he said. The quality of SNHU's online MBA program was attractive, as was the way he could choose courses within the program that fit his already demanding medical career. "As a practicing physician, (it) was exactly what I was looking for. The letters after my name weren't as important. I need the information."
Wherever you are in the country, or in the world, you can earn an MBA online from SNHU.
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For Greg Padilla, an MBA student, success is about being able to help his community, and he believes he can do that with the knowledge he gains in the classroom. See what he has to say about the MBA curriculum and support he felt at SNHU.
Does an MBA increase salary?
When paired with your years of experience and the industry you're employed in, an MBA may give you the opportunity to increase your earning potential.
Plus, when you enroll at an affordable university, your ROI – return on investment – improves that much more.
And that's why Southern New Hampshire University revised its Master of Business Administration curriculum in 2021: to create a more affordable online MBA program. The revised degree is an $19,110 tuition investment, making it one of the most affordable MBA programs in the country.
While the specific impact of an MBA on salary or earning potential will vary by person, "that year-over-year salary difference over a bachelor's degree can accumulate to a significant amount," said Dr. Kimberly Blanchette, academic associate vice president of business programs at SNHU.
How long does it take to get an MBA online?
It depends. If you attend college full time, you could possibly finish it twice as fast as if you only enrolled part time.
In 2021, Southern New Hampshire University revised and shortened its MBA curriculum so that it could be completed in about a year for full-time students (2 courses per term).
However, many working professionals try to strike a balance between their career and their education – as well as any other personal responsibilities you have outside of work. If you need to enroll part time to be successful, it's not a problem, and you certainly won't be alone.It's up to you to decide your timeline and what you can handle to do your best in your degree program and as you advance in your career.
How much does an online MBA cost?
This can vary from every program, every school and every person. They can range from around $20,000 to even over 6 figures – for the entire program.
At Southern New Hampshire University, we're on a mission to make higher education affordable. Known for low online tuition rates, the college wanted to make its MBA program even more budget friendly. By revising the curriculum for students starting in 2021, the team also managed to lower the price point to $19,110 in total tuition costs for the 30-credit program.
"College education costs are skyrocketing at a higher rate than inflation," said Dr. Andrew Gallion, an adjunct instructor at SNHU who served as a subject-matter expert for the university's new master's program. "This MBA program breaks that trend and creates a price point that makes it highly competitive and attractive."
And at SNHU, you may be able to lower the cost even more. Our Student Financial Services team members are on hand to help you customize a payment plan that works for you, as well as to help you consider your options when it comes to financial aid.
Do you need GMAT for an online MBA?
Not at Southern New Hampshire University. While many universities require test scores for admission into their master's and MBA programs, SNHU recognizes that this can often be another barrier between you and your goals.
When you enroll in an online MBA program at SNHU, you have a goal in mind. So the quicker we can help you finish your degree, the faster you can work on your next plan of action: moving into a role that can take you even further.
Learn more about how you can earn an online MBA without a GMAT.
Should I get an MBA?
Pursuing an MBA can be a big commitment, and many potential students wonder if an MBA is worth it in the current work landscape. No degree is one-size-fits-all and its important to consider your personal motivations for furthering your education and how an MBA could help achieve these goals.
Earning an MBA can give you an edge over other candidates both when looking to advance your current career or start a new one. Some MBA courses even include embedded credentials in fields such as project management so that you can enhance your resume before you graduate.
Aside from career advancement, an MBA program can also help enhance your leadership skills with foundational courses such as organizational management. By building off your bachelor’s degree, an MBA allows students to specialize in a particular area and gain further confidence in their knowledge and skillset.
You can read some of our MBA alumni stories in our newsroom here:
- Physician Dr. Thomas Scott
- Chief Strategy Officer Heather Staples Lavoie
- Harlem Globetrotters' Briana "Hoops" Green
- American Nurses Association’s Executive Vice President Nancy Robert
- Chief Operating Officer Maureen Banks
- And many MBA grads who are breaking through in women’s leadership.
Or you can see more of our MBA alumni stories in video format here:
Student Story: Landing Dream Job with an MBA in Quantitative Analysis
Kyle knew he wanted to move from construction sales to advertising technology, but his resume lacked the experience required. So, he made a decision that would change his life: He enrolled in the online MBA in Quantitative Analysis at SNHU, and, a year and a half later, landed the job he wanted.
Student Story: What Scott's Online MBA Meant for Him
Scott Saktanaset's parents came to the United States with a dream – to help their son pursue a better education. Now, with an MBA in Entrepreneurship from SNHU and subsequent promotion into a management position, he’s giving back to the family that helped him succeed.
Learn more about why you should get an MBA.
What can you do with an MBA?
An MBA is one of the most versatile master's degrees you can earn, and it's one the business world is always looking for.
According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), hiring for MBA grads still remains strong: 90% of corporate recruiters surveyed planned to hire MBA graduates in 2023.2
The GMAC 2023 Corporate Recruiters Survey found MBA graduates are most wanted for roles within strategy and innovation, consulting, and marketing.2
A specialized MBA can help you gain a competitive edge in the workforce. In addition to the general MBA track, SNHU also offers 15+ career-focused concentrations designed to help you reach your professional goals.
By honing in on an in-demand area that organizations are seeking solutions for, you have the potential to become the decision-maker for your company.
Student Story: Driving Global Business with an Online International MBA
Neil McLellan, a business development manager, travels all over the world to bring Internet of Things technology to companies. His MBA in International Business gives him a competitive advantage, equipping him with knowledge he can take to work and to conversations with thought leaders around the world.
Learn more about what you can do with an MBA.
Is an online MBA respected?
Earning your MBA online won’t compromise the quality of your education. You can expect to develop the same skills in an online program as you would in a traditional campus setting. In fact, you might even find there’s a competitive edge to earning your MBA online because you’re able to connect with, and work alongside, people from all over the world.
Just be sure to check the school’s accreditation. Accreditation status is essential to keep in mind when you're searching for an MBA program — be it one that meets in person or online. If an institution or program is accredited, that means it was evaluated by a group of experts and found to meet high educational standards.
For example, every program at SNHU is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) – a regional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Online programs at SNHU are accredited the same as on-campus programs. In addition, SNHU's online MBA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Throughout the time it takes you to get an MBA, you'll probably even have an opportunity to put theory to practice in an online MBA program. At SNHU, for instance, the MBA curriculum incorporates scenario-based learning, which brings realistic business situations into the classroom and teaches students how to approach them and work toward solutions.
Online graduate programs are designed to be rigorous and challenge you. You'll complete assignments and class discussions just as you would in the brick-and-mortar classroom setting. At the end of the day, if an online format works best for you, go for it! Your diploma will simply state that you completed your Master of Business Administration.
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References
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1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet, at:
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-systems-analysts.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/training-and-development-managers.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/sales-managers.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/top-executives.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/home.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/home.htm (viewed Dec. 7, 2023)
Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
2Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) 2023 Corporate Recruiters Survey, on the internet at https://www.gmac.com/-/media/files/gmac/research/employment-outlook/2023_gmac_corporaterecruiters_report.pdf (viewed March 15, 2024)