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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Unlock Your Potential With MU’s Accelerated MBA Degree

Elevate your career trajectory in just 12 months with Manchester University’s Master of Business Administration, designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills demanded by today’s dynamic business landscape. Whether you’re a recent college graduate building your resume or an accomplished professional looking to advance your career, our MBA will help you achieve your professional goals and drive organizational success.

With a focus on developing strategic decision-making skills and leadership capabilities, our accelerated MBA prepares you to excel in a wide range of careers. MU’s accelerated MBA degree offers three specialized tracks—Management, Accounting and Pharmacy—each tailored to enhance your expertise and career prospects. With flexible online options for Management and Pharmacy and a hybrid approach for Accounting, our Master of Business Administration Program is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, enabling you to balance work, life and study.

MU MBA AT A GLANCE

  • Credits: 30
  • Time to Completion: 1 year
  • Tuition: Learn More
  • Learning Environment: Management and Pharmacy Tracks: 100% online; Accounting track: Online/On-campus hybrid
  • Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission

*Management and Accounting MBA tracks require 30 credits. The Pharmacy track requires 31 credits.

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Credits*

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Year

Tuition

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Fall Session

August 2025

Learning Environment

Management and Pharmacy tracks: 100% online; Accounting track: Online/On-campus hybrid

Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission

*Management and Accounting MBA tracks require 30 credits. The Pharmacy track requires 31 credits. The MBA accounting track is a hybrid experience requiring 13 credit hours to be completed on campus.

Why Choose Manchester for Your MBA?

Manchester University offers a distinct advantage with our customizable Master of Business Administration. Choose from three specialized MBA tracks—Management, Accounting or Pharmacy—tailoring your accelerated MBA degree to align with your career ambitions. At MU’s Gilbert College of Business, you’ll cultivate a portfolio of marketable skills that enhance your resume, making you a competitive candidate in the global job market.

Flexible Curriculum

Our accelerated MBA degree is designed with flexibility in mind, offering three tailored MBA tracks that cater to your specific career goals. Whether you’re interested in exploring the intricacies of accounting, joining the pharmaceutical sector or seeking a broad understanding of management principles, earning your MBA degree online or in a hybrid format offers an adaptable curriculum relevant to career professionals in any field.

Unparalleled faculty

Our Master of Business Administration faculty members are experienced professionals with extensive expertise in accounting, business, entrepreneurship, finance and leadership. They bring real-world insights and academic excellence to the classroom, creating a dynamic learning environment that encourages growth and innovation. Their dedication to your success ensures you’ll receive the highest quality education throughout your accelerated MBA degree program.

Meet the faculty and staff of the MBA Program at Manchester. 

Accelerated Completion

For working professionals and recent college graduates, Manchester’s MBA is a 12-month program, allowing you to start realizing the benefits of your degree quickly and with minimal interruption to your career trajectory. For students who plan for an MBA while still undergrads at MU, it’s possible to add the Management or Accounting MBA tracks and graduate in four years with both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees. The Pharmacy MBA track is also structured as a dual degree so pharmacy students at Manchester can complete their Pharm.D. and MBA degrees simultaneously.

What Can You Do With an MBA Degree?

Manchester University’s Master of Business Administration degree is a highly valuable asset in any career, offering versatile skills that enhance your marketability across a wide range of industries. Our specialized MBA tracks in Accounting and Pharmacy further increase your appeal to employers in these fields. Whether earning your MBA degree online or in a hybrid format from MU, you’ll gain sought-after expertise to prepare you for success in a broad array of diverse and highly rewarding careers.

Career outlook for MBA Graduates

The future is promising for Master of Business Administration graduates. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), management occupations, which span virtually every industry, are expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations over the next decade, with about 1.1 million openings projected each year. Manchester’s accelerated MBA degree equips you to excel in these diverse career paths.

Our MBA alumni, equipped with a strong foundation in strategic thinking and leadership, thrive as management consultants, financial analysts, marketing professionals, operations managers, human resources and business development managers, and entrepreneurs leading innovative ventures. Our MBA also prepares you for careers in healthcare, the nonprofit sector, supply chain management, banking, agriculture and many other fields.

How much do MBA graduates make?

Earning an MBA can significantly boost your earning potential. According to mba.com, the average starting salary for MBA graduates is 22-40% higher than that of bachelor’s degree holders. Additionally, a study from Transparent Career found that MBAs reported a 46% salary increase after earning their degree. While salaries for MBA graduates vary based on job role, industry, experience and location, the BLS reported a median annual salary of $116,880 for management occupations in May 2023—more than twice the median annual wage for all occupations.

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22-40 %
Higher than Bachelors Graduates

What Will You Study to Earn Your Master in Business Administration?

Manchester’s MBA Program is built on a solid core of fundamental business principles and relevant ethical issues to equip you to navigate complex situations with critical thinking and emotional intelligence. This robust foundation prepares you to handle the everyday challenges of your career by providing you with the knowledge, skills and strong ethical framework to make sound leadership decisions.

Core Courses Required for All Tracks (15 credit hours)

MBA 523 Data Analytics (3 credits)
MBA 555  Principled Leadership (3 credits)
MBA 540 Negotiations and Conflict Resolution (3 credits)
MBA 530 Sales and Marketing for Executives (3 credits)
MBA 554 Strategic Management (3 credits)

Choose from Three Specialized Tracks

Built out from our core Master of Business Administration curriculum, Manchester University offers three specialized MBA tracks, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to align with your career goals and interests.

Management Track

Forge your path as a dynamic leader with our MBA track in Management, which focuses on honing your leadership and organizational management skills. This MBA track is open to those with bachelor’s degrees in any major and provides a versatile foundation for aspiring managers in various industries.

Accounting Track

Dive deeper into the field of accounting with our specialized Accounting MBA track. This Master of Business Administration Program options offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the demands of the modern accounting profession, preparing you for high-level roles in accounting, finance and related areas.

Pharmacy Track

Designed specifically for aspiring pharmaceutical leaders, our Pharmacy MBA track equips you with the specialized knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. For students in Manchester’s Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Program the MBA can be added as a dual degree, making it possible to earn both degrees in four years.

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Coursework and Requirements

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Planning for an MBA as an Undergraduate Student

Students who have yet to earn a bachelor’s degree should plan early to add an MBA and graduate from Manchester with two degrees. They can consider two options:

3+1 Option

With the 3+1 option, some courses required for the MBA can be taken while still studying at the undergraduate level, giving students a head start as they enter their fourth year to fully transition to master’s level coursework. For motivated students who carefully plan their academic schedule, it’s possible to graduate in four years with both bachelor’s and MBA degrees.

4+1 Option

Students may also opt for a more gradual pace and concentrate on undergraduate level studies during their first four years, then transition into the MBA Program in their fifth year.

Students should consult with their academic advisor as to which option is best for them.

Get Started on Your Accelerated MBA Degree

Discover how intriguing and rewarding your professional journey can be with a Master of Business Administration from Manchester University. Take the first step toward new career opportunities and a brighter future today.

Admissions Requirements for MU’s MBA Degree

Master of Business Administration Program applicants (non-MU students) should have a bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited institution. No GRE or GMAT is required.

MU undergraduate students interested in the 3+1 accelerated MBA degree should apply for the MBA Program before the start of their junior year. You may apply later for the 4+1 option. Are you an international student? Learn more about the admissions process. Deadline to enroll for graduate students is Nov 1.

Apply to the MBA Program as a Current MU Sophomore or Higher

Current students enrolled at MU require the following to pursue this opportunity:

Quick Facts for Current Students

You may need to work through the summer session or attend an extra semester to finish on time. It may be helpful to view a sample schedule to see if this will be a strong fit for you. By following the suggested schedule, students ensure that there will be no additional costs required to pay for their education.

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