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Explore Online MBA Options at SMSU

More than One Way to Earn Your MBA Online

  • 100% Online Coursework
  • 13 Concentration Options

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What is the Best MBA Option for You?

Southwest Minnesota State University offers a variety of different ways to earn your MBA. Explore our offerings to discover which path is best for you.

Business Administration, MBA

  • Online
  • 2 Years
  • 36 Credit Hours
  • $569.68 per Credit

Admissions requirements: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0* on a 4.0 scale. 

Why choose this program? 
This is the standard online MBA program option, ideal for students who prefer a more traditional timeframe for completing their MBA. While most students complete the program in two years, students have the flexibility to take up to seven years to finish, if needed.

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Business Administration, MBA: One-Year Accelerated

  • Online
  • 1 Year
  • 36 Credit Hours
  • $569.68 per Credit

Admissions requirements: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0* on a 4.0 scale. 

Why choose this program? 
This program is ideal for students who would like to graduate with an MBA on a faster timeline than the traditional two-year program. Because coursework is condensed into a shorter timeframe, students should expect a heavier course load and a greater weekly time commitment than the average online learning student. 

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Accelerated BS to MBA

  • Online
  • 4 Years
  • 120 Credit Hours
  • $537 per Credit

Admissions requirements: To apply for the program, students should complete the required application in their second year to be accepted into the B2MBA program. Prospective students must maintain an undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 in their first semester. Students admitted into the program must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in their graduate courses. 

Why choose this program? 
This program is ideal for students who are earning their BS and would like a faster, more cost-effective option for advancing to an MBA.  

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Tailor your MBA degree with an MBA concentration

SMSU’s traditional online MBA prepares you with a rigorous business core and the option to customize your degree with specialized leadership credentials. Choose the concentration that best aligns with your professional goals and gain the vital expertise for career growth in high-impact roles.

Accounting

Build advanced skills in tax, audit, and financial reporting while preparing for CPA certification and leadership in accounting roles.

Corporate Finance

Prepare for industry certifications like CFA and FRM with project-based coursework focused on key financial concepts and principles.

Cybersecurity

Develop the expertise to lead cybersecurity teams, manage risk, and protect vital data in the evolving digital business world.

Entrepreneurship

Learn to launch, manage, and grow innovative ventures with coursework focused on strategy, innovation, and new business development.

General Management

Gain broad-based leadership and decision-making skills to manage teams, streamline operations, and drive business growth.

Healthcare Administration

Prepare to lead in healthcare settings with a focus on policy, finance, and operations tailored to today’s evolving healthcare systems.

Hospitality Management

Develop the expertise to manage hotels, resorts, and event venues with an emphasis on service excellence and business strategy.

Human Resource Management

Master talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development to become a strategic HR leader in any industry.

International Business Management

Explore global markets, cross-cultural management, and international trade to lead businesses in a globalized economy.

Marketing

Sharpen your skills in branding, digital marketing, and analytics to lead creative campaigns and drive business growth.

Organizational Leadership

Build your leadership, communication, and change management skills to guide teams and shape organizational culture and performance.

Project Management

Prepare to manage complex projects using proven methodologies and modern tools while developing strategic leadership skills.

Supply Chain Management

Utilize analytics, strategic decision-making, and supply chain theory to improve the flow of goods and services for organizations worldwide.

Value of an MBA

With the online MBA, you will build leadership skills to support your career advancement and complete your degree in as little as one year. The coursework in this program is designed to build skills in subject areas like entrepreneurship, international business management, and more. Discover what your future holds with SMSU.

“The coursework in this program has given me a strong foundation in key business concepts and real-world situations, which has built my confidence as I begin my career. I feel prepared to add value in my role right away, and the experience has given me a strong competitive advantage entering the workforce.”

–Karli Arkell, Accelerated MBA graduate

MBA Career Outlook

The National Center for Education Statistics reported that workers ages 25–34 who completed a master’s degree averaged a 21 percent higher salary in 2021 than their peers who only completed a bachelor’s degree.1 With SMSU’s online MBA program, you can transform your future in as little as one year with qualifications for leadership positions and the salary you deserve.

Opportunities for MBA Graduates

$140,040/year2 Marketing Manager

$171,200/year3 Information Systems Manager 

Learn from Expert Faculty

SMSU employs dedicated faculty who are skilled in their fields. Our educators are fully committed to providing you with personalized and thoughtful instruction to help you succeed academically and professionally. 

  • Student-centered instruction 
  • Low student/faculty ratio 
  • Rigorous coursework, flexible format  

Frequently Asked Questions

Explore our frequently asked questions for in-depth answers. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, reach out to us.

The accelerated MBA program gives students the option to earn the same MBA on a faster timeline. 

The B2MBA program gives current bachelor’s in business administration students a streamlined pathway to earning both their BS and MBA in as little as four years.

The accelerated MBA program is designed for working professionals to earn their MBA in one year, though it requires a more rigorous, demanding course load to complete in that condensed timeframe.

Sources

  1. National Center for Education Statistics, Population Characteristics and Economic Outcomes. “Annual Earnings by Educational Attainment.” Retrieved July 25, 2025, from https://nces.ed.gov/programs/coe/indicator/cba/annual-earnings.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Advertising, Promotions, and Marketing Managers.” Retrieved Sept. 27, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/advertising-promotions-and-marketing-managers.htm.
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Information Systems Managers.” Retrieved Oct. 27, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm.