The Master of Business Administration in Management online program gives graduates the essential knowledge and capabilities
to pursue a variety of management opportunities across the evolving business spectrum.
Our online courses are designed and taught by the same degreed Fitchburg State faculty, many of whom are working professionals.
The curriculum focuses on participatory learning through online class discussions and collaborative learning groups.
To earn the Master of Business Administration in Management online, students must complete 10 courses (30 credit hours),
including 18 hours of advanced core requirements, 9 hours of required management concentration courses, and a 3-hour
elective course.
To see the full list of MBA in Management courses online,
review courses.
Applications for the Master of Business Administration in Management online degree program are reviewed continuously
for the next available term. We evaluate candidates using a holistic approach, taking into account both undergraduate
GPA and professional work experience. You must submit undergraduate transcripts and a professional resume as part of
the admission process. However, no GMAT is required for the Fitchburg State University online MBA.
To learn more about our MBA in Management online admission requirements,
review admissions.
Cost for the Master of Business Administration in Management online degree program is the same affordable price for students
who reside in state or out-of-state. To help make the cost more manageable, students can pay for each course as they
enroll. There is a $50 application fee, but all other fees are included in the total cost of tuition.
To learn more about our MBA in Management online tuition,
review tuition.
With multiple start dates each year, our Master of Business Administration in Management online degree program provides
convenience for students. Students should consider application date deadlines, turn in all required documentation and
fees, register for classes and pay tuition to begin on their desired start date from the calendar.
For more information, go to the full calendar of upcoming start dates for the MBA in Management online.
Review calendar.
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For the Master of Business Administration in Management, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses covering 30 credit
hours, including 18 hours of advanced core requirements, 9 hours of required management concentration courses, and a
3-hour elective course.
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Students must take the following courses.
MGMT 9040: Organizational Behavior and Development
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course relates the knowledge of human behavior to the problems of organizational life. It examines individual behavior, as well as group and social behavior, in organizations. The course encourages discussion of the methods of changing behavior through organizational behavior and development.
MGMT 9060: Management Information Systems
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course provides insight into the problem of identifying an organization’s informational requirements to facilitate the decision-making process. Topics presented include an analysis or information systems, communication theory, information flow, methods and procedures for gathering, disseminating and controlling information.
MGMT 9160: Marketing Management
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course embarks on a detailed study of concepts and procedural alternatives in the delineation of the market target. In addition, the course covers the development and implementation of the marketing mix and the control and analysis of the total marketing effort.
MGMT 9170: Corporate Finance
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course examines principles of decision analysis in management of current assets, estimation of requirements for short-term funds, and valuation of capital budgeting and merger proposals.
MGMT 9180: Accounting Practices for Managers
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a study of financial reporting systems. Emphasis is given to the interpretation and uses of information contained in financial reports.
MGMT 9500: Strategic Management
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a study of administrative processes dealing with the formulation of policy. Topics covered include strategy formulation, the role of the general manager, and the design of strategic planning systems. Attention is focused on problem identification, problem solving and decision-making. Extensive examination is made of cases involving a variety of institutions in both the public and private sectors. Prerequisite: at least 21 graduate hours completed or permission of chair.
Students must take the following courses.
MGMT 9050: The Human Resource Function and the Manager
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course provides knowledge of the human resource from the manager’s perspective. The student develops an understanding of the role of personnel specialists. Topics covered include job analysis, employee selection, training, appraisal, promotion and discipline within the context of recent legal developments.
MGMT 9080: Management Theory and Process
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course examines management theory as an evolving body of knowledge influencing managerial practices. Management theories are compared and contrasted with the goal of understanding the assumptions and applications of each. Within the context of theoretical models, attention is directed to the differences in the environment in which firms must operate.
MGMT 9450: Selected Topics in Management
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes trends, current research and contemporary problems in management. Students research, discuss and present reports on problems in management. (Course may be repeated twice with different topics with approval of chair of MBA Graduate Committee.)
Students must take the following course.
MGMT 9020: Economic Theory and Managerial Decision Making
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course presents the principles, concepts and tools of economic analysis that are necessary for proper management planning. Its aim is to improve the understanding of how a market economy operates and to familiarize students with the tools that are useful in making economic decisions and in solving economic problems.
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Let’s get started! The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Learn the requirements
for the Master of Business Administration in Management online program, along with information on required documentation.
A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, along with a professional resume, is necessary to apply
for admission to the Master of Business Administration in Management online degree program.
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission:
- Graduate application and $50 application fee
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, with official transcripts
- Overall undergraduate GPA of not less than 2.8
- Official transcripts of graduate level coursework from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)*
- Professional resume
- Students with undergraduate GPAs of less than 2.8 may also be considered for admission based on their professional work
experience and a letter of recommendation.
- No GMAT is required for the Fitchburg State University online MBA.
If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Fitchburg State University
Admissions Office
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
International Students:
- TOEFL or IELTS scores required for natives of non-English speaking countries
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended*
- General Foreign Credit Evaluation
- GPA of not less than 2.5
- Application fee ($50)
- Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose (300 word minimum)
*All foreign transcripts must be formally evaluated before we are able to make an admissions decision. Graduate applicants
are required to submit a "general" evaluation. Following are suggested organizations which provide foreign credential
evaluation services:
Students are encouraged to contact the Fitchburg State International Admissions department if additional information is needed:
978-665-4399
intladmissions@fitchburgstate.edu
US citizens with foreign education (from a non-English speaking country) will need to follow the international admission requirements (TOEFL excluded).
Students with the following visa are not eligible for the program:
I-20
F1
TOEFL Code: 3518
IELTS Code: No code- please select Fitchburg State as recipients.
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The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Management online:
Tuition for this program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. The tuition shown below includes all fees.
Visit the
student accounts website for a breakdown of tuition and fees.
Application fee: $50
If you are applying for financial aid, please use School Code 002184. For further information, please contact Financial
Aid at (978) 665-3302 or
finaid@fitchburgstate.edu.
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“Having an accredited MBA from a reputable institution like Fitchburg State helps to increase my stickiness at my present
employer and my marketability for career advancement. That was the big reason I did it.” – Matt Belanger
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