Online MBA in Finance

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Online MBA in Finance

Financial expertise is one of the fastest paths to the C-suite. Our finance emphasis helps leaders grow more confident and capable when making strategic financial decisions. With a strong foundation in financial management, analysis, investments and markets, graduates are equipped to lead teams, projects and organizations.

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Next Application Deadline: December 16

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Admission to the Boise State Online MBA program is offered every seven weeks each fall, spring and summer semester. The application deadline for the spring first seven-week session has passed. Apply by February 17 to start classes in March 2025.

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Boise State University’s Online MBA is delivered in a convenient, 100% online format featuring seven-week courses and six start dates a year. Our flexible schedule allows you to start when you’re ready and makes it easy for you to pause when you need it. Get started right away and earn your degree while you continue working.

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Explore our Online MBA in Finance

Grow micro and macro knowledge of financial markets, analytics and modeling, investments and more.

In this Online MBA in finance, you will:

Develop tools to analyze markets and examine current issues in finance.
Gain hands-on experience using analytical tools to solve financial problems.
Explore investment management in global securities markets by blending academic theories and evidence with practical application.
Gain the confidence and critical thinking skills to understand and solve financial problems.
Learn to confidently lead a team with cross-disciplinary business skills and foster innovative problem-solving.

Online MBA Program Highlights

Seven-week classes
Six start dates per year
100% Online
$31,390 tuition with scholarship*
$36,840 tuition without scholarship
49 credits
Graduate in as few as 12 months
Next Application Due Date: December 16
Next Class Start Date: January 13

Maximize Your Online MBA Investment with Scholarship Opportunities

Boise State University is committed to making its Online MBA accessible and affordable. With 91% of students receiving a scholarship, we provide financial support so you can focus on your education, not the cost.

All scholarships offer the same discount — 15% off tuition, saving students about $5,500. The 15% discount is applied incrementally to each course a student enrolls in; it cannot be applied all at once. Discounts and scholarships may not be combined.

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Program Overview

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the online Master of Business Administration, Finance Emphasis at Boise State, you will be equipped for success.

Possible Careers:

Chief Financial Officer
Controller
Budget Director
Director of Finance
Financial Manager
Senior Manager
Investment Manager
Portfolio Compliance Specialist

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects a 17% growth rate for financial managers (“much faster than average”) with the average starting salary of $156,100 for 2023.
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Admissions

To be considered for the Online Master of Business Administration, Finance Emphasis, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher. Applicants with a 2.75-3.00 GPA may be considered for provisional admission. Applicants with a GPA lower than 2.75 may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Two years of significant, full-time management experience.
No GMAT or GRE required to apply.

Many factors are considered when making an admission decision, and you are encouraged to apply. The admissions committee will review your application holistically, considering all admission materials.

This content is provided as a quick reference for planning. All official admission standards are published on the graduate catalog site.

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Tuition and Scholarships

The Boise State Online MBA in finance offers reasonably priced tuition, ongoing support, financial aid options and degree paths that help ensure you reach your goals quickly and efficiently.

The Boise State Online MBA makes it easy for you to access course materials by using 100% digital content that’s embedded in the curriculum and is automatically included in program tuition.

Without Scholarship

The following table is an example of the total program cost for a student completing the 49 credits required to graduate with a Master in Business Administration without a scholarship.

Description	Cost
Boise State Graduate Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)	$65
Courses (49 total credits @ $750 per credit*)	$36,750
Graduation Application Fee	$25
Approximate Total Investment	$36,840
Other potential expenses may include a personal computer, webcam, headphones with mic, and internet access which are all required for this program.	Varies
Room/Board***	$5,688
Transportation***	$1,248

With $5,500 Scholarship

The following table is an example of the total program cost for a student completing the 49 credits required to graduate with a Master in Business Administration with a $5,500 scholarship.

Description	Cost
Boise State Graduate Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)	$65
Courses (49 total credits @ $639 per credit*)	$31,311
Graduation Application Fee	$25
Approximate Total Investment	$31,401
Other potential expenses may include a personal computer, webcam, headphones with mic, and internet access which are all required for this program.	Varies
Room/Board***	$5,688
Transportation***	$1,248

*The per-credit fees listed in these tables are for the 2024-25 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.

***Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.

Notice: Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: fee waivers do not apply to this program.

Scholarships

With five scholarships available, learn more about which one you may qualify for.

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Courses

The Online Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance Emphasis is a 49-credit program that includes the following:

Required Courses – 37 credits
Finance Emphasis Courses – 12 credits

The program can be completed in as little as 12 months when attending full-time. The majority of students complete in two years on a part-time schedule, taking one course every seven weeks.

Finance Emphasis Requirements

Review the following table for details on finance emphasis courses.

Course	Credits
BUSMBA 561 Financial Markets	4
BUSMBA 562 Financial Analytics and Modeling	4
BUSMBA 563 Investments	4
Total	12

Online MBA Degree Requirements

Review the following table for details on required Online MBA courses.

Course	Credits
BUSMBA 500 Introduction and Business Foundations	1
BUSMBA 501 Design Thinking and Strategic Management	4
BUSMBA 505 Marketing Strategy	4
BUSMBA 510 People and Organizations	4
BUSMBA 515 Corporate Finance	4
BUSMBA 520 Global Economics: Policy and Trade	4
BUSMBA 525 Managerial Accounting	4
BUSMBA 545 Business Law and Ethics	4
BUSMBA 550 Operations and Supply Chain Management	4
BUSMBA 555 Integrated Capstone	4
Total	37

Course Descriptions

Official course descriptions and degree plans are published on the graduate catalog website.

To find a course, click the “Courses” tab and select the drop-down list that aligns with your desired course prefix (e.g. BUSMBA 500). You may also use the search bar to search for the course prefix.

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Quality

Nationally Ranked

Boise State’s Online MBA ranks among the top in the nation from the 2024 U.S. News and World Report. Rankings are determined by excellence in performance in areas like faculty credentials and training, services and technologies, engagement and student excellence.

U.S. News and World Report Rankings

No. 55 Best Online MBA Programs (top 16%)
No. 31 Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans

The Online MBA was also ranked by Fortune Education for Best Online MBA Programs in 2022-2023.

AACSB Accredited

Boise State’s College of Business and Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), putting them in the top tier of business schools worldwide. Only 6% of worldwide business schools have earned AACSB accreditation. AACSB accreditation assures you that our program meets rigorous criteria and standards for excellence in education across three main themes: engagement, innovation and impact.

Student Satisfaction

Boise State Online MBA students and graduates report satisfaction and success with the program:

100% student satisfaction with courses taught by Boise State faculty or selected adjunct professors
89% student retention rate after one year
82% graduation rate (of students entering Fall 2020 or earlier)
31 is the average class size (2022)
8.5 average years of management experience among new students
87% of graduates would recommend the program to a friend or family member (2023)
51% of graduate respondents received a significant promotion or new position during their time in the program (2023)
Graduating students report an 18% average salary increases between starting the program and graduation (2023)

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Authorization

Boise State maintains authorization to offer online programs in Idaho and beyond. Detailed information about state authorization is available on the eCampus Center website.