“After completing my MBA at Marist, my agency has involved me in different initiatives and strategic planning discussions that would not normally be part of my job description. I was invited to an executive-level retreat on internal marketing after I engaged in a discussion with my Chief Operating Officer about some of the things I learned in class. At the retreat, I felt empowered to engage in the discussions and believe I was able to contribute a unique perspective that eventually led to the implementation of several of the ideas brought forth.”

- Michele Conner ’19

Advance with Marist’s Online Business Administration Master's

With the Marist Master in Business Administration program, you’ll gain more than a degree; you’ll gain the confidence, connections, and real-world skills to lead in today’s evolving industries. Our online MBA degree program is designed to help working professionals achieve success on their own schedule.

Program Highlights:

• Develop real-world business skills through case studies, collaborative projects, and applied learning.
  
• Balance work, life, and study with part time MBA online and accelerated MBA online options.
  
• Graduate ready to tackle challenges in any industry.

Flexible, Accredited, Career-Focused

Marist’s online MBA is designed for professionals who want flexibility without sacrificing quality or career impact. With AACSB accreditation, accelerated and part-time pathways, and multiple start dates throughout the year, the program makes it possible to advance your business expertise on a timeline that fits your life while staying focused on real-world leadership and growth. Select from 3 specialized concentrations:

• Ethical Leadership* 
• Financial Management 
• Healthcare Administration* 

*Advanced certificates may be earned in lieu of concentrations

Transform Your Career with Marist’s Accelerated MBA 100% Online

Elevate your leadership skills and advance your future with an AACSB accredited MBA. Marist’s flexible MBA program is designed for working professionals who want a top ranked online MBA program that fits their schedule and goals.

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Choose the MBA Path That Fits Your Goals

Marist's MBA program offers a part-time and full-time academic path, as well as a 14-month accelerated track.

Designed for the 90% Who Work While They Lead

Our program is architected for the professional reality that 90% of our students work full-time. Experience a fully asynchronous curriculum that moves at your pace, not a fixed schedule

Why does AACSB accreditation matter so much? 

AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) is the gold-standard accreditor for business programs. Only about 5% of the world's 13,000 business programs hold AACSB accreditation. When employers, especially those who have hired MBAs before, see AACSB on a candidate's credentials, they know the program met rigorous standards in faculty qualifications, curriculum, and student outcomes. It's the single most important quality signal in the MBA credential market. 

Yes — if you take the accelerated path full-time. Three start terms per year (summer, fall, spring) for the accelerated track. Most working professionals choose the part-time path and finish in 2-3 years while keeping their full-time role. Both paths award the same MBA credential with the same AACSB accreditation. 

Can I really finish in 14 months?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an undergraduate business degree?

No. Marist MBA students come from accounting, banking, brokerage, engineering, IT, healthcare, human resources, manufacturing, marketing, and more. The diverse backgrounds are part of the value — classroom discussions and group work draw on real expertise across industries. Students without a business background may need to complete foundation courses (waivable for some Marist undergraduates). 

Is the GMAT or GRE required?

Not required. Admission is based on your undergraduate transcript, professional resume, and a personal statement. Marist alumni and current Marist undergraduates may also be eligible for course waivers based on relevant undergraduate business courses already completed. 

Accelerated option