Program Overview

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Online Master of Business Administration

The Online Master of Business Administration at The University of Tulsa is a 100% online program that can be completed in as few as 12 months. The program offers a general track or one of seven unique concentrations, ranging from energy to accounting. Online courses are led by top researchers and industry experts who study the business landscape and trends, helping students graduate as innovative, forward-looking professionals. No GMAT is required to apply.

Program Details

• Part-time and full-time options allow students to create a schedule that meets their needs.
• Specialize your degree with an industry-specific concentration.
• Create lasting relationships with peers and faculty through our interactive online format.
• With five start dates per year, it’s always a good time to apply.

Online MBA Concentration Options

Explore industry-specific MBA concentrations offered by The University of Tulsa. Whether you work within or beyond Oklahoma, our online MBA options provide a solid foundation in business along with in-demand skills. Enroll in a specialized concentration that empowers you to focus on your field or choose the general MBA and select from an array of concentration courses alongside the core curriculum. Tailor your degree to your career aspirations and gain a competitive edge.

Concentration Options

• Master of Business Administration: Entrepreneurship
• Master of Business Administration: Finance
• Master of Business Administration: Information Technology
• Master of Business Administration: Marketing
• Master of Business Administration: Accounting
• Master of Business Administration: Business Analytics
• Master of Business Administration: Energy

MBA Online Degree Curriculum, Admissions, and Cost

Details about how to apply and pay for the online Master of Business Administration online degree program at UTulsa can be found below. You can also view general curriculum information.

Curriculum

• 30 total credits
• 10 courses
• Throughout our 100% online business degree curriculum and interactive online format, you’ll get to know the expert UTulsa faculty and your fellow students.
• The MBA courses provide a well-rounded foundation in organizational leadership, communication, and business ethics while you build specialized skills in the general program or concentration of your choice.

Admissions Requirements

• Application Deadline: 01/13/26
• Start Date: 01/20/26
• Apply to your online MBA program at The University of Tulsa today.
• The application process is streamlined, and you can save your progress as you work.
• Reach out to your enrollment counselor with any questions you encounter.
• Online Application Form
• Application Fee: $60
• Degree: Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum GPA: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited institution
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from all institutions attended
• Transfer Credits: Transfer credit is limited to six hours at the master’s level. All transfer credit is subject to final approval by the Dean of the Graduate School.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two references

Tuition & Aid

• $850 per credit hour
• $25,500 total tuition
• Calculate your cost for attending UTulsa using our tuition calculator to help you estimate your total tuition costs.
• Our team is here to help you estimate costs and discover the best way to pay for your online MBA degree.
• Explore the costs you’ll encounter below.
• Cost per Credit Hour: $850
• Total Number of Credit Hours: 30
• Total Estimated Tuition: $25,500
• Other Costs to Budget For: The estimated tuition cost does not include factors like textbooks or other expenses

Diverse Business Careers for MBA Graduates

As a graduate of The University of Tulsa, you will be prepared to succeed in specialized business roles and various industries. Emerge from your Master of Business Administration online degree program with exceptional critical thinking skills that distinguish you from the competition, poised to lead organizations boldly through business challenges.

What You’ll Learn

Prepare to lead teams in a variety of industries. You will graduate from an accredited online MBA degree program ready to execute business functions at an expert level, utilizing your specialized acumen to stand out and make a difference in any organization. Through the MBA program, you’ll build your communication, business ethics, analytics, and technology integration skills.

Program Outcomes

• Communication: Graduates of the MBA program will be effective communicators.
  • Create polished documents and deliver a professional presentation.
• Business Ethics: Graduates of the online business administration degree program will be knowledgeable of ethical factors and how they relate to business decisions.
  • Apply ethical decision-making models to issues impacting an organization and demonstrate the capacity to analyze the underlying factors that lead to ethical dilemmas.
• Functional Business Analyses and Applications: Graduates of the MBA program will be knowledgeable in the functional areas of business, their application, and their integration.
  • Accounting: Analyze financial statements; analyze and evaluate various costing methods to select the most appropriate method, apply cost-volume-profit analysis, and use accounting data to evaluate potential business choices.
  • Business Information Systems: Develop a database, analyze organizational choices of tools to provide the information needed to support the strategic objectives of the entity, and evaluate infrastructure choices in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Marketing: Apply marketing concepts to the analysis of business issues and synthesize market information to develop a viable set of solutions for solving marketing problems facing an organization.
  • Leadership & Management: Analyze, diagnose, and manage organizational behavior in order to improve the performance of individuals and teams in organizations.
  • Business Strategy: Synthesize strategic management concepts and analyze complex business situations to create solutions that address the needs of the various stakeholders of the organization.
  • Finance: Analyze various types of investments and make investment decisions, assess risk as it relates to corporate valuation, evaluate businesses using financial theory and quantitative methods.
  • Business Analysis: Create and apply the appropriate quantitative decision model to solve an operations problem, analyze quality control initiatives, and evaluate the effectiveness of supply-chain management strategies.

Learn from Industry-Experienced Expert Faculty Who Are Here for You

At The University of Tulsa, you will learn from experienced faculty in a close-knit, career-focused environment. Key highlights include:

Industry-Seasoned Faculty

Many professors hold terminal degrees and bring firsthand experience from sectors like finance, energy, healthcare, law, and information systems, bridging theory with real-world application

Personalized Attention

Small class sizes foster close student-faculty interaction and mentorship, ensuring individualized guidance throughout your studies

Hands-On Research Opportunities

Faculty conduct cutting-edge research and involve students in projects that often lead to co-authored publications and conference presentations

Career-Aligned Curriculum

Instructors maintain strong industry ties, shaping coursework to meet current employment market demands and facilitating internships and job placements

Faculty Spotlight: Li Sun

Li Sun, Ph.D., is the Albert Rogers Professor of Accounting. He has published articles in Journal of the American Taxation Association, Journal of Business Finance and Accounting, Accounting and the Public Interest, Journal of Accounting, Auditing and Finance, International Review of Financial Analysis, Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting, Advances in Accounting, Journal of Business Ethics and several other journals.

Honors and Awards

• 2018 Mayo Research Excellence Award
• 2023 Helmerich Graduate Teaching Excellence Award

Education

• Ph.D., Oklahoma State University

Research interests and areas of expertise

• Financial Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• International Accounting Issues

Your Online Learning Experience

At The University of Tulsa, our online learning experience is engaging and career-focused. You will interact with expert faculty who bring real-world insights into each course and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. Our online degree programs keep you connected and supported, even as you balance work, family, and other commitments.

• Flexible Scheduling : Complete coursework on your own time, fitting study around work and personal life
• Expert Faculty Engagement : Learn directly from instructors who hold terminal degrees and industry experience, with small class sizes that foster meaningful interaction
• Dedicated Support Services : Access technical assistance, tutoring, and accommodation resources tailored to online students
• Cutting-Edge Technology : Enjoy a user-friendly online platform with interactive tools, virtual lectures, and multimedia content
• Vibrant Community : Join a global network of peers and alumni who collaborate, share experiences, and support one another’s success

The University of Tulsa is committed to providing a high-quality online learning experience that prepares students for success in their chosen careers. With a focus on industry-specific concentrations, expert faculty, and a career-aligned curriculum, the Online Master of Business Administration program is designed to help students achieve their goals and make a meaningful impact in their field.