Master of Business Administration
Elevate your career trajectory and earning potential with Oakland’s nationally recognized Master of Business Administration program. Choose from a wide range of specializations and flexible MBA course options.
Let’s get straight to the numbers: Graduates of Oakland University’s Master of Business Administration program earn an average of 30 percent more than in their previous positions. Nearly 80 percent of our MBA graduates secure a new job or promotion within three months. And about a quarter attain six-figure salaries after completing our MBA degree.
No wonder OU’s Master of Business Administration routinely appears on national “best MBA degrees” lists. Our flexible MBA degree requirements and evening courses make our Master of Business Administration program accessible to everyone, from full-time students to working professionals and international students. You can also choose from several specializations to tailor your MBA degree to your unique goals and interests.
In addition to our traditional Master of Business Administration program, we offer an Online MBA that provides added flexibility for busy professionals. Our part-time Executive Master of Business Administration is the go-to MBA program for current and aspiring leaders at some of the world’s top corporations.
Whether you’re seeking a promotion, a career change or a fast start to your professional life, an MBA degree from Oakland University can help you get there.
Let’s get straight to the numbers: Graduates of Oakland University’s Master of Business Administration program earn an average of 30 percent more than in their previous positions. Nearly 80 percent of our MBA graduates secure a new job or promotion within three months. And about a quarter attain six-figure salaries after completing our MBA degree.
No wonder OU’s Master of Business Administration routinely appears on national “best MBA degrees” lists. Our flexible MBA degree requirements and evening courses make our Master of Business Administration program accessible to everyone, from full-time students to working professionals and international students. You can also choose from several specializations to tailor your MBA degree to your unique goals and interests.
In addition to our traditional Master of Business Administration program, we offer an Online MBA that provides added flexibility for busy professionals. Our part-time Executive Master of Business Administration is the go-to MBA program for current and aspiring leaders at some of the world’s top corporations.
Whether you’re seeking a promotion, a career change or a fast start to your professional life, an MBA degree from Oakland University can help you get there.
Master of Business Administration: The Oakland University Advantage
One of the most impactful benefits of our Master of Business Administration program is Oakland University’s unique location. Situated in a world-class economic center, we have extensive partnerships that enrich your MBA experience. As you earn your Master of Business Administration degree, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with half of the Global Fortune 500, as well as numerous mid-sized, small and startup enterprises across various industries.
Our Master of Business Administration program also helps you advance your career by providing:
- Hands-on learning: Earn a practical MBA degree that you can apply immediately in your current job or future career. Our Master of Business Administration courses integrate textbook theory with direct experience, equipping you to address real-world business challenges.
- Expert instruction: Nearly all our MBA program faculty have achieved distinction in business, academic research or both. You’ll learn from nationally recognized experts who reflect the diversity of industries, cultures and philosophies in today’s global economy.
- Customizable MBA courses: Tailor your Master of Business Administration program to your career goals by selecting one of several concentrations. These specialized MBA course sequences allow you to sharpen your professional focus and deepen your subject-matter expertise.
- Convenience: Oakland University offers evening Master of Business Administration courses to accommodate the schedules of full-time professionals. You can also complete your MBA degree on a part-time basis, taking one or two courses per term.
- Relevance: Our Master of Business Administration program examines societal issues such as environmental sustainability, health care, gender dynamics and immigration through a business lens, ensuring your education is relevant to today’s challenges.
- High respect: Our MBA program is ranked among the nation’s best by US News & World Report and CEO Magazine. Additionally, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) has awarded Oakland University dual accreditation in business and accounting, placing us in the top 1 percent of business schools worldwide.
What can you do with a MBA degree?
Master of Business Administration Careers
Graduates of Oakland University’s MBA program excel in the competitive job market. Whether you’re currently employed and seeking a leadership position, looking to switch jobs or planning to start your own business, our Master of Business Administration courses equip you with the expertise to succeed in diverse career paths.
The outlook is particularly promising for those pursuing opportunities in management. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), management roles are expected to grow faster than average over the next decade, with about 1.1 million job openings annually. Additionally, the BLS reported a median annual salary of $116,880 for management positions in 2013 —more than twice the median annual wage for all occupations.
An Oakland MBA broadens your career options, making you eligible for high-level roles such as:
- CEO
- Chief operating officer
- Chief financial officer
- Director of business analytics
- Executive vice president
- Human resources executive
- Marketing executive
- Regional vice president
- Sales executive
Master of Business Administration: What You’ll Study
The MBA degree requires 36 credits, depending on your prior education and professional experience. You can complete the MBA program in less than two years as a full-time student, or in as little as 32 months as a part-time student.
Coursework varies depending on which specialization you choose. Core requirements include:
- Managerial accounting
- Organizational behavior
- Legal issues for business
- Enterprise information systems
- Financial management
- International business
- Quantitative methods
- Operations management