Program Overview

Online MBA Degree Program

The University of Delaware's online MBA at the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics is driven by industry insights and innovative analytic tools to prepare students for executive leadership positions.

Program Features

• AACSB Accredited
• 12 months duration
• 38 credit hours
• $1,116 cost per credit

Program Outcomes

The top-ranked online MBA degree program provides a solid foundation in business management and essential business functions. Students will:

• Use data-driven analytics to make sound, evidence-based decisions
• Frame and address problems through the use of integrative, critical, and strategic thinking
• Build effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Learn to design and use processes for competitive advantage
• Develop ethical global leaders who embrace the value of diversity

Specialization Options

The program offers nine specializations, including:

• MBA in Artificial Intelligence: Generative AI is transforming business, and this concentration helps professionals lead its use to simplify processes without requiring technical skills
• MBA in Business Analytics: Learn to integrate data science, business strategy, and management science to optimize outcomes and develop predictive models
• MBA in Digital & Social Media: Expand digital knowledge by mastering enterprise-level digital and social media management
• MBA in Finance: Build a company's value by optimizing current funds and finding new revenue avenues
• MBA in Healthcare Management: Gain a competitive edge and learn about critical issues facing healthcare today
• MBA in Information Technology: Become an IT leader who can meet organizational goals
• MBA in International Business: Globalize understanding of the opportunities and challenges in the business world
• MBA in Public Relations: Learn to steer and manage public communications on behalf of companies and organizations
• MBA in Strategic Leadership: Explore all the skills and capacities needed to influence others, manage change, and set strategic direction

Admission Requirements

To apply for the online MBA program, students need:

1. Online Application
2. Application Fee: $75
3. Bachelor's Degree: A four-year U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university
4. Transcripts: An unofficial transcript is required with the application
5. Personal Statement/Essay: Responses to required essay prompts
6. Resume: A resume or curriculum vitae that documents prior work experience, publications, honors, and awards received
7. Two Letters of Recommendation
8. GMAT/GRE: Optional, but recommended for students with less than two years of work experience
9. Work Experience: A minimum of two years of work experience is preferred
10. Math Requirement: Strong analytical and quantitative skills through prior academic work and/or recent professional experience

Curriculum

The online MBA includes:

• 11 core courses
• 3 elective courses
• Optional MBA major, which is an additional 2 courses The program offers a range of specializations, including concentrations and majors, to customize the online MBA curriculum.

Tuition and Aid

• Cost per Credit Hour: $1,116
• Total Estimated Tuition: $42,408 for 38 credit hours, or $49,104 for 44 credit hours with a major degree option
• Scholarships: Available through non-University resources, with no separate application required
• Financial Aid: Available, including federal and private loans, grants, and employer tuition reimbursement

Career Outlook

• Career Services: Available through Lerner College of Business and Economics
• Job Titles: Top Executive, Management, Finance Manager, Marketing Manager, Chief Executive, Healthcare
• Salaries: Average salary of $103,820 for online MBA graduates, with top executives earning up to $160,950 per year

Faculty

The online MBA program is taught by experienced faculty, including:

• Hemant Kher, Ph.D.: Professor of Operations Management
• Wendy Smith, Ph.D.: Professor of Management and Co-director of the Women's Leadership Initiative
• Carlos Asarta, Ph.D.: James B. O'Neill Director of the Center for Economic Education and Entrepreneurship

Transfer Credits

• Maximum Transfer Credits: 9 credits per University of Delaware policy
• Requirements: Credits must be from an AACSB-accredited institution, earned with a grade of no less than B, and approved by the student's adviser and major department chair

Program Dates

• Start Dates: Spring, Summer, or Fall sessions
• Application Deadlines: Vary by session, with deadlines in January, March, May, August, and September

Frequently Asked Questions

• Accreditations: The online MBA program is accredited by AACSB International
• Admissions: Requirements include a bachelor's degree, transcripts, personal statement, resume, and letters of recommendation
• Career Outlook: Career services and job titles available, with average salaries ranging from $109,760 to $160,950 per year
• Curriculum: 11 core courses, 3 elective courses, and optional MBA major
• Time and Duration: Program can be completed in as few as 12 months, with a maximum of 5 years to complete
• Tuition and Fees: $1,116 per credit hour, with total estimated tuition ranging from $42,408 to $49,104