Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Are you interested in developing leadership skills and expanding your knowledge of advanced business strategies? Arizona State University’s online Master of Business Administration equips you with important knowledge and skills needed to further your career and increase your earnings.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 01/13/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 17

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 49

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The value of an online MBA

Earning a master of business administration can further your career and open the door to new opportunities. This program is taught by the same world-class faculty using the same curriculum as the on-campus MBA program. This means you’ll receive the same quality education with added flexibility.

Throughout your courses, you’ll cover a broad range of business-related subjects, including finance, marketing and supply chain management, to develop a well-rounded understanding of management and leadership. With one core course at a time, you’ll immerse yourself in one topic for 5 weeks, culminating with final exams or final projects.

The benefits of earning your MBA online

There are many advantages to earning an MBA online. The extra schooling and knowledge you’ll gain in the program are great ways to set yourself apart from other job candidates, expand your professional network, further your career and increase your earnings. Through your courses, you’ll also expand your skill set, learn innovative business strategies and strengthen your leadership skills.

This program was created with working professionals in mind, allowing you to complete your courses anytime, anywhere, and further your education without pausing your career. By completing your MBA online, you’ll also have access to student support services to help you complete your graduate studies while working full-time.

Also, if you already hold a master’s degree in a business discipline, you may be eligible to shorten the amount of time necessary to earn an MBA. Email wpcareymasters@asu.edu to learn more.

Tailor your studies to fit your career goals

This MBA program provides you with the opportunity to hone your studies on your interests and set you apart from the competition with an optional concentration. A concentration consists of taking a minimum of three elective courses in one subject area and may require you to take a combination of on-campus and online electives in order to meet the concentration requirement.You can choose to focus on one of our seven concentrations:

  • Business data analytics: This concentration broadens your knowledge in applied analytics, analytical decision modeling, data mining, regression modeling and marketing analytics.
  • Entrepreneurship: In this concentration, you’ll learn how to comprehend and address the everyday challenges encountered by a diverse range of entrepreneurs at different stages of their ventures.
  • Finance: With a focus on corporate finance, this concentration offers unique perspectives on leading-edge financial theories and the analytical techniques necessary for strategic business management.
  • International business: This concentration allows you to choose from off-site international travel locations or 100% online courses. Off-site electives are offered in conjunction with international partner universities, allowing you to enhance your understanding of international business practices and immerse yourself in a new culture.
  • Leadership: In this concentration, you’ll gain deeper insights into the principles of impactful leadership through critical thinking skills and enhanced self-awareness.
  • Marketing: This concentration teaches you how to use marketing strategy with services marketing and management to gain a competitive advantage in business. 
  • Supply chain management: This concentration integrates core business knowledge with all aspects of products and their service life cycles, from design to delivery to disposal.

Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Online MBA courses

Courses in this program focus on improving your leadership skills and expanding your business knowledge. In addition to your core courses and capstone, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of electives, allowing you to tailor your academic journey to your professional goals.


The jobs an MBA prepares you for

The knowledge and skills you’ll gain through this MBA program are highly transferable. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of industries, including business, marketing, communications, finance, STEM and human resources. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:

Learn from business leaders

The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

  • National Academy of Sciences members.
  • Renowned journal publications.
  • Speakers at national conferences.

Learn from business leaders

The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

  • National Academy of Sciences members.
  • Renowned journal publications.
  • Speakers at national conferences.

How to apply

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the W. P. Carey School of Business.

This program has a highly competitive admission process.

Study at one of the best business schools in the nation

The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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