Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
In small, interactive classes, you'll build skills you can put to work in your career today—while building a foundation for future leadership.
Program Details
- Official Degree Name
- Master of Business Administration
- Format
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In Class-Day
Online
Low-Residency/Hybrid
- Credit Hours
- 36
- Program Start
- Start Anytime
- Application Deadline
- Apply Anytime
- Average Time to Degree
- 2-4 Years
Why Pursue Your MBA at DeSales University?
As a DeSales MBA student, you will benefit from exceptional personal attention from dedicated advisors and faculty, all of whom are experienced industry leaders. Our top-ranked MBA program offers flexible formats specifically designated to meet the needs of working professionals.
Program Highlights
Multiple Pathways to Success
- Our MBA program offers seven specialized concentrations and three graduate certificates, as well as dual degree options in our nationally ranked nursing and physical therapy programs. For those seeking to fast-track their education, we also provide an accelerated MBA program that can be completed in just one year.
Flexible Options
- Our MBA classes are available online, on campus, and in hybrid formats, offering the flexibility you need. With rolling admissions, you can enroll and start your courses at the time that best fits your busy professional schedules. We offer a recently updated curriculum to inspire today's leaders and easy, one-credit prerequisite modules to get you started sooner.
Professional Development Opportunities
- Our MBA team hosts free events designed to enhance your career. Participate in a Bootcamp to master the latest business technologies or attend a Power Breakfast to gain valuable insight from local industry leaders.
What Will You Study?
All MBA students complete an experiential capstone course.
Distinguishing characteristics of the DeSales MBA program include a strong emphasis on executive skills development, a broad general management orientation, and a holistic integration of essential skills and core business values. Our program is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, preparing you to excel in real-world business environments.
Our core courses include:
- Analysis & Decision Models for Business
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Empowering Human Potential
- Financial Analysis & Strategy
- Financial & Managerial Accounting
- Innovation & Market Strategy
- Strategic Thinking & Leadership
MBA
Degree Options, Concentrations, and Certificates
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MBA Concentrations
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Accelerated MBA
Earn your DeSales MBA in as little as 12 months with our accelerated program. Advance your career with core MBA courses and concentrations. Specialize and supplement your profession without sacrificing years of your time.
First Session Example Courses:
MBA Concentration
Business Analytics
The DeSales MBA in business analytics equips you for data-driven decision-making, positioning you for high-paying, in-demand roles. With limited talent in analytics, this concentration opens doors to significant career opportunities.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Finance & Accounting
An MBA in finance and accounting at DeSales equips you with essential tools for the fast-paced finance world. Learn critical auditing, analysis, and data processing skills from expert faculty with real industry experience.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Healthcare Management
Pursue an MBA in healthcare management at DeSales to master the managerial side of health networks. Learn to lead effective teams and unlock high-paying, in-demand leadership roles in the healthcare industry.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Marketing
Earn an MBA in marketing at DeSales to master identifying, engaging, and selling to any audience. Enhance your skills in modern advertising, strategic planning, and connecting your business with the right customers across all industries.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Start your journey at DeSales with an MBA in operations and supply chain management. Learn from industry leaders to build operational strategies, audit processes, analyze performance, and manage resources in businesses of all sizes.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Project Management
An MBA in project management from DeSales teaches you the communication and management techniques vital for every project manager. Enhance your leadership skills or enter this crucial career, learning to manage both projects and people with real-world experience.
Courses You May Take Include:
MBA Concentration
Self-Designed MBA
Create your own pathway with DeSales' self-design MBA concentration. Tailor your degree by exploring courses across various concentrations, aligning your MBA with your unique career goals while building on our core curriculum.
Courses You May Take Include:
Graduate Certificates
Learn MoreGraduate Certificate
Executive Healthcare Leadership
Earn a certificate in executive healthcare leadership to gain foundational knowledge of healthcare systems. Learn to manage patients and providers, improve care processes, and navigate organizational changes in healthcare administration.
Required Courses Include:
Graduate Certificate
Project Management
Accelerate your career with a certificate in project management. Master key pillars like scope, budgets, and deadlines. This certificate qualifies you for project manager roles, empowering you to lead with confidence and expertise.
Required Courses Include:
Graduate Certificate
Supply Chain Management
Earn a certificate in supply chain management from DeSales to master efficiency and sustainability on a global scale. Analyze processes in manufacturing and beyond, optimizing systems to enhance your business's bottom line.
Required Courses Include:
Dual Degrees
Learn MoreDual Degree
MBA + MSN: Business Administration & Nursing
The dual MBA + MSN program at DeSales prepares nurses for leadership roles in healthcare management. This blended curriculum combines nursing and business fundamentals, offering a flexible path for nurses ready to advance their careers.
Required Courses Include:
Dual Degree
MBA + DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice - Clinical Leadership
The dual MBA + DNP program at DeSales combines clinical leadership and business administration, preparing you for leadership roles. Equip yourself for top management positions with advanced nursing and business expertise.
Required Courses Include:
Dual Degree
MBA + DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice - Executive Leadership
Advance to healthcare leadership with DeSales' dual MBA + DNP in executive leadership. This integrated program equips you with both clinical and administrative expertise, making you a sought-after candidate for high-demand executive roles.
Required Courses Include:
Dual Degree
MBA + DPT: Business Administration & Physical Therapy
Earn a dual MBA + DPT degree from DeSales to manage your own physical therapy practice. This combined program prepares you to treat patients and run a business, giving you a competitive edge in the physical therapy field.
Required Courses Include:
MBA Program Outcomes & Careers
Notable DeSales University MBA program alumni include CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other senior leaders in profit and non-profit organizations. By enrolling in our MBA program, you become part of a supportive network that fosters professional growth and continuous success. Upon completion of the MBA program at DeSales, you will gain the following competencies:
- Be prepared to solve complex business problems.
- Develop effective communication skills.
- Hone soft skills like emotional intelligence.
- Access to a lifelong learning community and alumni network.
Admission Requirements
- Completed application
- Current resume
- A personal statement explaining why you want to pursue an MBA and what you feel you could bring to the classroom discussions
- Official transcript
- Two (2) professional references (may be required)
- An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher from an accredited institution (or GMAT may be required)
Prerequisites
We will evaluate your undergraduate transcripts and provide you with advice on preparatory courses. You may need to complete 1-credit foundation modules (up to 3) to ensure your academic success.
Program Support
MBA Facts & Figures
#1 Best MBA Program
- Lehigh Valley Business
0.38 MBA Student Debt-to-Income Ratio
- The Wall Street Journal
#170 Best Online MBA Program
- U.S. News & World Report
Program FAQs
We accept admissions on a rolling basis, so enrollment for the DeSales MBA program is always open. Start anytime, whenever you're ready to take the next step in your career.
Yes, our courses are available online, in a synchronous or asynchronous format. In fact, we are consistently ranked as one of the best online MBA programs in the country by U.S. News and World Report!
Yes. You shouldn't have to rearrange your entire calendar—or your finances—to further your education. That's why at DeSales, we work with you to develop a scheduling plan and time frame that best suits your goals and budget.
Some students earn their MBA in as little as 12 months, and some graduate after a few years. There is no ideal time frame for earning an MBA; there is only your ideal time frame. The faculty experts at DeSales will ensure you get what you need out of the specialization of your choosing, regardless of your schedule.
No, you are not required to hold a bachelor's degree in a business field to qualify for an accelerated MBA. However, you will be required to take Foundations in Business in addition to the required course curriculum. If you already have a business-related undergraduate degree, you do not have to take the Foundations in Business course and may be able to complete the program in as little as 12 months. Our advisors can evaluate your transcript to ensure you have the necessary foundational skills and will help guide you through the requirements.
We keep class sizes small to encourage more personalized attention between you and your instructors. Core MBA courses have no more than 20 students max. For concentration-specific courses, the average class size is only eight students.
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