Online Master of Business Administration

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Online Master of Business Administration

The Boise State Online MBA begins with our Design Thinking course to give you a unique advantage in today’s technology-driven economy.

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Next Application Deadline: February 17

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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 second seven-week session has passed. Apply by April 21 to start classes in May.

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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. As always, the Boise State Online MBA is affordable, accredited and customizable.

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Discover what our Online MBA program offers you

Our 100 percent Online MBA program is designed for high-potential working professionals like you who are looking for a flexible and innovative educational experience.

100% Online Coursework

Access your courses and textbooks 24/7, wherever you are. With six starts a year and seven-week courses, our convenient online format is designed specifically to suit busy schedules.

Career Advancement

Earn your degree while you work and apply what you learn right away. As an online student, you can benefit from fresh ideas, progress and improved status as well as earning power, even before graduating.

High-Quality Programs

Boise State’s online programs are nationally ranked and respected worldwide. The Online MBA was established in 2013 and has continued to innovate as a recognized leader in online business education.

Networking

Our average student is 35 and has eight and a half years of managerial experience. Through interactive class activities, you gain access to a high-level group of managers from across the country. The Online MBA curriculum allows ample opportunity to learn from each other and collaborate for deep connections.

Top-Notch Faculty

Not only are our faculty recognized experts in their field, they also care about you and your education. We partner with businesses in order to help inform our curriculum with relevant knowledge and practical skills employers seek.

Real-World Applications

Learn to become an adaptive leader who can solve complex problems in the workplace through experiential learning that incorporates common scenarios and current issues in business. No impractical basics and memorization here – we value an education that teaches managers how to fundamentally be better — not how to ace a multiple-choice quiz.

Program Overview

Career Opportunities

Boise State’s Online Master of Business Administration program allows you to explore group dynamics and leadership techniques while learning creative processes and project management that will transform your business.

Business Owner
Executive
Director
Project Manager
Senior Manager
General Manager

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Admissions

To be considered for the online Master of Business Administration program, 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.

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 Master of Business Administration 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 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

Scholarships are available for qualified applicants. 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.

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) is a 49-credit program that includes the following:

Required Courses – 37 credits.
Electives – 12 credits. Choose elective courses from any emphasis area: business analytics, construction management, cyber operations, finance, healthcare leadership, management and marketing leadership.

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.

Review the following table for details on the Online MBA degree requirements.

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

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 business institutions in 56 territories and countries 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

89%

Student retention rate after one year

22

Average class size (2024)

8.5

Average years of management experience (new students)

91%

Graduates who reported the Online MBA increased their leadership ability

95%

Graduates who felt the Online MBA will help advance their career