Online MBA + Cyber Emphasis

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Online MBA + Cyber Emphasis

A partnership between the College of Business and Economics and the top-ranked College of Engineering’s cyber operations and resilience program.

Bridge the gap between the boardroom and your IT department by developing your business leadership skills and technical knowledge of cyber operations. Choose from a variety of emphasis class options to further customize your coursework.

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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 + Cyber Emphasis

Learn to solve complex problems and execute efficient solutions in our nationally-ranked cyber program. The National Security Agency has awarded Boise State University with a designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense through 2027.

In this Online MBA + cyber emphasis, you will:

Gain foundational knowledge in systems thinking, lateral thinking and resilience thinking as they relate to cybersecurity.
Experiment with platforms, open-source tools and techniques to assess and respond to cyber threats.
Design resilient systems and networks to anticipate, withstand and recover from cyber-attacks.
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 + Cyber Emphasis at Boise State, you will be equipped for success.

Possible Careers:

Cybersecurity Director
Information Security Director
Compliance Director
IT Project Manager
Senior Project Manager

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Admissions

To be considered for the Online Master of Business Administration + Cyber 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 + cyber emphasis offers reasonably priced tuition, ongoing support, financial aid options and degree paths that help ensure you reach your goals quickly and efficiently.

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 the table 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) + Cyber Emphasis is a 49-credit program that includes the following:

Required Courses – 37 credits
Cyber 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. With the Online MBA + Cyber Emphasis, you’ll benefit from cross-disciplinary education from the College of Business and Economics and the College of Engineering.

Cyber Emphasis Requirements

Take one 3-credit required cyber course and choose 9 credits from the list of cyber course options in the following table. You have the flexibility to take any combination of courses from the list or combine courses to add a certificate to your degree. Certificate options include Analyst and Threat Intelligence, Resilience Engineering and Governance Policy Administration. For more information, please reach out to a student success coach.

Review the following table for details on cyber emphasis courses.

Course	Credits
CORE 500 Cyber Systems Thinking	3
Complete 9 credits from the following options: CORE 550 Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 credits) CORE 551 Cyber Warfare and Conflicts (3 credits) CORE 552 Cyber Digital and Signal Intelligence (3 credits) CORE 560 Cyber Resilience Systems Design (3 credits) CORE 561 Network Design and Exploitation Techniques (3 credits) CORE 562 Resilience Coding and Architecture of Devices (3 credits) CORE 570 Cyber Risk Management (3 credits) CORE 571 Cyberlaw, Ethics and Policy (3 credits) CORE 572 Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance (3 credits)	9
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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From deciding if an online degree is right for you to determining what credits transfer from previous schools, talking to a student success coach is the best place to start.

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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.