Online MBA

Earn Your Online Master of Business Administration Degree
100% Online
12 – 15 Months
30 – 48 Credit Hours
$775 Per Credit
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Develop C-Suite Expertise With an AACSB-Accredited MBA
- Apply By: 10/06/25
- Start Class: 10/20/25
Enhance your ability to train teams, manage projects, and lead contemporary organizations when you enroll in the master’s in business administration online degree program from SU. Optimize your resume and explore new career opportunities with an AACSB-accredited program. You can choose the general MBA or customize your degree with an optional concentration.
At Shenandoah, education is personal. Join SU’s tight-knit community to experience small class sizes, individualized support from experienced faculty and a know-you-by-name atmosphere — while also benefiting from 100% online coursework and zero in-person requirements.
Program Highlights
- No GMAT/GRE
- 5 concentrations available
- 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio
- Recognized among the “2025 Best Part-Time MBA Programs”1
MBA Concentrations
It’s crucial that your MBA aligns with your goals, which is why Shenandoah offers in-demand concentrations and industry-specific courses. Choose the general MBA and tailor your degree plan with elective courses or select a concentration in a high-demand field.
Whether you want to forge your path with the general MBA’s customizable degree plan or specialize your business acumen with a concentration, Shenandoah has options for you. Experience personalized education that is ideal for you — your interests, your schedule and your learning preferences.
MBA Program Details
Curriculum
Study on Your Schedule With 100% Online MBA Coursework
30 to 48 Credits
10 to 18 Courses
In this AACSB-accredited online MBA, Virginia professionals like you will prepare for leadership roles with advanced courses in data-driven decision-making, organizational leadership, international business opportunities and more. Shenandoah offers education that prioritizes critical thinking skills, so you will be able to identify, analyze and solve any business problem.
Strengthen your practical and theoretical business expertise with accelerated, eight-week terms featuring small classes where professors provide individualized attention. If you have a bachelor’s in business from an accredited institution, you can complete 30-36 credit hours of MBA coursework in as little as one year.
What to Expect From Our Online MBA Courses
Top-Tier AACSB-Accredited Curriculum
Only 5% of business schools worldwide are AACSB accredited, ensuring you receive premium education that meets rigorous quality standards.
Global Perspectives and Cultural Understanding
Thrive in a multicultural workplace when you gain a well-rounded understanding of international and domestic business environments.
Access Your Courses Online 24/7
SU online courses are available anywhere you have Wi-Fi, so you can study while balancing personal, professional and academic commitments.
Admissions Requirements
Apply for Your Master’s in Business Administration Online Degree
Application Deadline 10/06/25
Start Date 10/20/25
Take the next step toward your ideal future when you begin Shenandoah’s streamlined application process today. No entrance exams are required, and with multiple starts per year, you can start your application now and choose the enrollment date that works for your schedule.
Online Application Form | Apply Now |
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Degree and Minimum GPA | Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution |
Transcripts | Unofficial transcripts for initial admission. Official transcripts are required prior to enrollment but may also be sent earlier if preferred. |
Transfer Credits | Up to six credit hours from an AACSB-accredited program. The coursework will be reviewed for application of transfer credits. |
Official GRE/GMAT Score | Not required |
Additional Requirements | Applicants must submit the following:
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International Students
If you are an international student, you must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. To do so, you may be required to meet the minimum requirement for one of the following exams: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo English Test (DET). Fill out a Request for Information form to speak to an engagement specialist and learn more.
TOEFL Minimum Requirement | 79 |
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IELTS Minimum Requirement | 6.5 |
PTE Minimum Requirement | 53 |
Duolingo Minimum Requirement | 105 |
International students are welcome to apply for the online Master’s of Business Administration program. However, F-1 visas are not issued for this degree program.
Online Admission Requirements
Thank you for considering Shenandoah University for your online program. Completing your online application is the first step in joining our community of lifelong learners. From the moment you apply to the moment you earn your degree, our support team is here to assist you.
AdmissionsTuition & Aid
What Does an MBA Degree Cost?
Calculate your cost for attending Shenandoah University Use our tuition calculator to help you estimate your total tuition costs.
Achieve your next academic milestone and pursue career advancement with SU’s budget-friendly tuition. Fill out a Request for Information form to speak to an engagement specialist and learn more.
Cost per Credit Hour | $775 |
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Total Number of Credit Hours | 30 to 48 |
Total Estimated Tuition | $23,250 to $37,200 |
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Other Costs to Budget For | The estimated tuition cost does not include factors like textbooks or other expenses. |
Military Affiliated Students
Shenandoah is proud to support veterans and active duty U.S. military service members and their families as a Yellow Ribbon School. We offer an active Veterans and Supporters group and accept students funding their education through the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and the Active Duty Tuition Assistance Program.
Tuition & Financial Aid
You have options when it comes to financing your online education with Shenandoah University. We’re committed to keeping our exceptional education programs as accessible as possible through competitive and affordable tuition rates. Don’t let tuition costs hold you back from achieving your career goals. Get started on financing your Shenandoah degree today.
Tuition Details
Explore Your MBA Career Paths
This AACSB-accredited online degree program will help you stand out in a competitive workforce. Become a highly qualified and effective business professional with an online degree program designed to increase your connections through career-relevant virtual networking opportunities. Shenandoah also offers one-on-one mentoring and other career services.
“My education at Shenandoah has helped me identify which career path I wanted to pursue, as well as equip me with the knowledge and tools I needed to excel.”
– Casey A. Edsall ’18, Account Manager
What You’ll Learn
This AACSB-accredited program includes lively online discussions, group projects and virtual collaboration opportunities that will help you excel as a strategic problem solver.
Program Outcomes
- Integrate knowledge across business functions to identify the best decision
- Incorporate considerations of ethics, inclusion, equity, social responsibility and sustainability in business decisions
- Create an action plan for developing leadership skills in oneself
- Demonstrate the ability to adjust business goals to global economic, political and environmental challenges
Learn from Industry-Experienced Faculty
Shenandoah’s faculty share outstanding experience in their fields of study. Each educator is committed to knowing students by name and providing outstanding personalized attention and support.

Bernadine Dykes, Associate Dean of Graduate Programs & Professor of Management
Faculty Spotlight: Bernadine Dykes
For more than two decades, Dr. Bernadine Dykes has published research in business academia while specializing in strategic management and international business. She believes in embracing challenges and says, “Fill your life with experiences — not excuses.”
Credentials
- B.B.A., Howard University
- MBA, Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia
- Ph.D., Michigan State University
Research
- Kolev, K., Dykes, B., Ferrier, W., Hughes-Morgan, M. & Kang, S. (Forthcoming. 2025). Fast or Slow? A Meta-Analytic Review of the Performance Implications of Decision, Implementation and Response Speed. Journal of Management Scientific Reports.
- Dykes, B., Kolev, K., Ferrier, W. & Hughes-Morgan, M. (2023) Beware the pitfalls of agility. MIT Sloan Management Review.
- Dykes, B. & Uzuegbunam, I. (2022) Partner choice in the public interest: Experience and risk in public-private partnerships. Journal of International Business Policy, 6, 47-66.
Source
- U.S. News & World Report. “Best Part-Time MBA Programs.” Retrieved April 14, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-business-schools/part-time-rankings.