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Professional MBA

Obtain the skills you need to excel in today’s global business environment with our AACSB-accredited online professional MBA.

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30-36 credit hours
$2,750 per class*
Course materials included
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What sets us apart from the rest

This degree is designed for working professionals, like you, who want to earn their MBA while continuing employment. This degree offers:

  • Eight-week classes
  • Engaged and applied learning opportunities: MBA Capstone, international business experience and simulations integrated into courses
  • Personalized academic advising
  • Career development — coaching and executive mentorship
  • Courses taught by tenured and tenure-track faculty
  • Scholarship support
  • Application fee ($65) waiver for applicants with a GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
  • All required textbooks and course materials included with tuition
Plus, GMAT or GRE scores are not required.

 

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Program details

In addition to online coursework, this degree includes:

  • An on-campus*, two-day student orientation that includes team building, networking and professional development components
  • Faculty-led international trip**
  • Professional development and learning seminars

There are 5 start terms (January, March, June, August, October), and you should plan to apply 4 weeks from your desired start.

Who is the AACSB?

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is a non-profit organization that independently reviews business schools globally. Accreditation shows a commitment to teaching, research and curriculum development excellence.

*Campus experience takes place at the Manhattan, KS flagship campus.

**Part of what makes K-State's online professional MBA unique is the faculty-led international education experience. If you have questions or want to discuss trip alternatives, please contact Suzy Auten, PMBA program director, at 785-532-3992 or sauten@k-state.edu.

 

Charlene Whiteside, '18

Wanting to get her MBA and being newly pregnant, Charlene turned to K-State Online.

*Tuition rate is based on 2024-2025 rates, which are subject to change annually. For a full breakdown of all tuition and fees, please visit K-State's tuition and fees website