Program Overview
Introduction to the MBA - Accelerated Online Program
The MBA - Accelerated Online program at Manhattan University is designed for working professionals, allowing students to earn their degree from anywhere. This online program prepares students to advance careers in finance, business analytics, management consulting, strategic marketing, and many other fields.
Why Choose a Manhattan University Online MBA?
The O'Malley School of Business online MBA program prepares students for top-tier positions in business, healthcare, government, technology, and other industries. From world-class faculty who teach online as well as on campus, students will obtain the critical business leadership skills that increase their marketability to employers and gain a deeper understanding of leadership, ethical behavior, social justice, and corporate responsibility.
An Online MBA Program to Advance Your Career
With the online MBA program, students will have hands-on opportunities to partner with faculty on research projects, perform business plan projects, and even go on international study trips. Students could even get to present research findings at national and international conferences, as some of Manhattan University's previous MBA candidates have. The small classes allow professors to hold each student accountable for their progress, and a team of advisors will also be available on the student's journey.
As an online MBA student, you will:
- Apply cutting-edge business skills from faculty with business experience who are experts in their fields
- Develop a network of relationships with other students and access to Manhattan University alumni professionals
- Learn data analytics models and how analytical decision-making can enhance your marketability
- Develop an understanding of leadership, ethical behavior, social justice, and corporate responsibility
- Explore potential hands-on research with faculty related to your studies
- Have professional development opportunities, including internships
Program Structure and Concentrations
The online MBA program is a 12-course, 36-credit program. Available online MBA courses include:
- MBA 617: Decision Modeling with Spreadsheets
- MBA 618: Financial Management
- MBA 630: Accounting for Business Decision Making
- MBA 635: Managerial Economics
- MBA 637: Marketing Strategy & The Consumer Experience
- MBA 710: Professional Ethics
- MBA 622: Leadership and Organizational Behavior (capstone class)
Concentration classes are available in:
- Business Analytics
- Finance & Economics
- Organizations, Markets and Sustainability
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution. Requirements include:
- GPA: A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Resume: Including examples of academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular achievement
- Recommendations: Two letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant's intellectual ability, leadership potential, and ability to complete the program
- No GMAT/GRE Required: The O'Malley School of Business does not require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their application by submitting a GMAT/GRE score.
Career Opportunities
New York City is home to some of the most prominent companies in the world, and graduates can be working for those companies either through an internship or as a full-time employee after graduation. Recent employers of Manhattan University MBA graduates include:
- AECOM
- AXA
- Andersen
- BNY Mellon
- Baker Tilly
- Bloomberg LP
- Broadridge Financial Solutions
- CA Technologies
- Columbia Medical Center
- Consolidated Edion
- Datazoom, Inc.
- Dataxu
- Deloitte
- Ernst & Young (EY)
- EisnerAmper
- Empire Merchants
- Ernst & Young
- The Estee Lauder Companies
- FTI Consulting | Friedman LLP
- Fitz & co
- Grace Industries
- HedgeServ
- JGM Fund Services
- KPMG
- MJH Associates
- MMCC
- Magnet Media Inc
- Maier Markey & Justic, LLP
- Main Street Hub
- Manhattan University
- Mass Mutual
- Matthew Dipasquale, CPA, LLC
- Molloy College
- NCC
- NYCB
- NYCDOT
- New York Life Insurance Company
- New York Mets | Odyssey Group
- Office Depot HQ
- PKF O'Connor Davies LLP
- PWC
- Prager Metis
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Robert Director Associates
- Seawinds Properties
- Star Group
- Stryker Orthopedics
- Telenor
- Trusted Tech Solutions
- Ward Capital Management
- Wells Fargo Advisors
- WeiserMazars
- Wildlife Conservation Society
- Willis Towers Watson
Skills Acquired
Graduates of the online MBA program gain the following skills most esteemed firms and organizations would want in an employee:
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Entrepreneurship
- Data Analysis
- Visualization
- Communication and Presentation
Community and Support
Pursuing an MBA can be stressful, but Manhattan University has a support community to help and build camaraderie with students. Many academic programs have student clubs and organizations that offer chances to learn more about the business sector while forming strong bonds outside of the workplace. Some student organizations even present competitions and volunteer events to help strengthen business leadership skills and put those innovative skills into action.