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participate in a Q&A with current students, and meet key program representatives.
A smarter, more affordable MBA, designed with the flexibility working professionals
need, this fully online program connects real鈥憌orld business challenges with practical
learning. Students engage in collaborative, experiential coursework that strengthens
leadership, problem鈥憇olving, and strategic thinking skills. The result is a supportive
and applied learning environment that prepares graduates to confidently pursue new
career paths, advance professionally, and succeed in fast鈥憄aced business settings.
More about our Master of Business Administration Program
What You'll Learn
Our MBA curriculum was designed in collaboration with employers in western North Carolina,
WCU College of Business faculty, and recent MBA graduates. Our students exit the program
Business Ready庐 to meet the employment needs of aspiring graduates and the regional
business community.
Courses are led by academically qualified Ph.D. faculty and the program boasts participative
engagement with regional businesses through tours, internships, and guest speakers,
adding highly valued networking opportunities to the classroom experience.
Where You'll Go
Alumni from WCU鈥檚 M.B.A. program work with a number of regional and national companies.
The managerial skills gained during the program will give you the opportunity to work
in a leadership role in a Fortune 500 organization or with a local business. The Bureau
of Labor Statistics states the average salary for business executives is $206,420
and predicts job opportunities will increase by 4% by 2034.
The business world is constantly pioneering new innovations that shape the way we
live and interact with the word. The private sector offers a variety of leadership
and managerial roles in an extremely diverse landscape. 91女神鈥檚
Master of Business Administration was named to The Princeton Review鈥檚 list of 鈥淭he
Best 296 Business Schools鈥� and is cited as having a 鈥渞eputation for not being an assembly-line
program.鈥� The College of Business is fully accredited by the Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business, the internationally recognized accrediting agency
for business schools.
The WCU MBA program prepares students to become Business Ready庐 professionals through
an innovative, flexible, and fully accredited curriculum designed with input from
regional employers and academic leaders.
The program leading to the Master of Business Administration degree requires the completion
of 36 credit hours. A minimum average GPA of 3.0 must be met in all MBA core courses
to satisfy degree requirements.
Investing in your education doesn't have to break the bank. With competitive tuition
rates and support through aid and scholarships, earning your degree is more achievable
than ever.
The MBA program offers an immersive learning experience with a proven and collaborative
approach that mirrors the demands of fast-paced business environments to prepare you
for your future aspirations.
The MBA Advisory Board provides industry insight and guidance to help strengthen the
student experience and keep the curriculum relevant to regional workforce needs.
Students may, but are not required to, choose to take their 4 required elective courses
in a single subject area to create a specialization or earn a graduate certificate
with their MBA degree.
A program that was designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners who
are ready to practically turn ideas into reality.
A program that was designed for professionals seeking to expand their impact.
The program focuses on practical application and structured decision-making that prepares
graduates to oversee complex projects.
Business Skills That Fit Your Life - Coming Spring 2027
Not sure a full MBA is the right fit, but still want to build your business skills?
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Business Fundamentals (ABFC) offers a focused,
flexible option for working professionals seeking a foundation in key business disciplines
without committing to a full master鈥檚 degree. Available starting Spring 2027.
The ABFC provides a comprehensive introduction to accounting, economics, business
analytics, and human resource management, helping students develop the knowledge,
perspective, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in today's dynamic workplace.
Whether preparing for career advancement, transitioning into business-related roles,
or pursuing graduate study, students gain the business acumen needed for continued
professional and academic success.
Upon completion of the ABFC, you will have the option to enroll in the Graduate Certificate
in Strategic Foundational Leadership (SFLC), also coming Spring 2027. Or maybe you
decided the MBA is the right fit, and all four courses completed in the ABFC will
transfer into the MBA as long as a grade of B or better was earned in the courses.
Upon completion of the SFLC, you will have earned two graduate certificates. If you
decide now is the time to enroll in the MBA program, all eight courses can transfer
into the program as long as a grade of B or better was earned in the courses. If all
eight courses transfer into the program, you will only be required to complete four
elective courses to finish the MBA program and graduate with your degree.
The ABFC and SFLC will be available as early as Spring 2027. To review more information
on the programs, including applciation requirements, please visit the program websites.
Applied Business Fundamentals (website coming soon)
