Master of Business Administration (Online)

Learn to lead from industry veterans

The constantly evolving business world requires successful leaders to possess an ever-increasing range of knowledge and skills. ��ֱ��’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program provides a strong, ethical foundation for motivated students, helping them to become transformational leaders at for-profit businesses, nonprofits or governmental agencies. Developed with the input of regional executives and faculty members with academic and practical business experience, ��ֱ��’s MBA program teaches students how to think strategically while delving into vital topics such as human resource management, international and supply chain management, business analytics and forecasting, project management, and ESG investing.

Alvernia's MBA features four badges: general MBA, management, marketing and communication, and finance and economics.

The MBA program was crafted by — and is taught by — veterans of the industry, including Donald Schalk, the program's director. Schalk has over 40 years of management experience, serving as CEO of four organizations, and works with startup firms and those in the early revenue stage at the O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship.

With ��ֱ��’s online MBA, you can hone your business skills so that you can advance your career and pursue a leadership role. Through the flexible online format, you’ll be able to fit your studies into your busy schedule while learning from faculty who have real-world expertise. The pragmatic and ethics-driven program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Estimated Program Length	Students can complete the program in one year, or proceed at their own pace.
Credit Hours	33-42
Course Length	7 weeks
Transfer Credits Accepted	Up to 6
Cost per Credit	$900*

*Tuition discount available. Ask for details!

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Online Programs

Getting Started

Application Instructions

For admission into ��ֱ��'s online MBA, you must have a baccalaureate degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (GRE or GMAT required if lower than 3.0). To apply:

Speak to an admission advisor
Complete an application
Provide proof of a baccalaureate degree and all official college and institution transcripts
Submit two letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources
Submit a one-page personal statement on the values of graduate education for your personal and professional goals
Submit a copy of your resume outlining your professional and educational experiences
Provide additional evidence of potential for success (not required, but encouraged): items such as academic or professional awards, special certifications, samples of scholarly or creative work and completion of specialized examinations

Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. ��ֱ��’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

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Program Overview

Contact Us

For more information about ��ֱ��’s Master of Business Administration contact the Graduate Admissions Office at 610-796-5187 or gradandadult@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Donald Schalk at 484-254-2127 or donald.schalk@alvernia.edu.

Curriculum: General MBA

The Master in Business Administration (MBA) degree online curriculum is 33 credits for those with a business degree. Students who are not business majors may be required to take up to 9 additional credits depending on their academic background. The program offers six accelerated seven-week terms a year. Students can work at their own pace, with the opportunity to finish within one year.

Required Interdisciplinary Courses (3 credits)

COR 520: Ethics and Moral Leadership

Required Business Courses (18 credits)

MBA 510 Advanced Managerial Accounting
MBA 600 Business Analytics and Forecasting
MBA 610 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
MBA 620 Economic Analysis and Evaluation
MBA 630 Financial Analysis and Implementation
MBA 675 Strategic Formulation and Implementation

Select Three Electives (9 credits)

MBA 518 Managerial Communications
MBA 560 Strategic Human Resource Management
MBA 575 Investment and Portfolio Management
MBA 590 Special Topics
MBA 650 Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
MBA 665 Applications of Project Management
MBA 678 Fundamentals of Sales Management

Required Capstone Course (3 credits)

MBA 680: Executive Leadership Seminar - taken in the final 12 credits

Program Leveling Courses (9 credits maximum)

MBA 502: Accounting for the Workplace*
MBA 504: Management and Marketing*
MBA 506: Economics and Finance*

*May be waived by MBA Admissions Committee based on graduate program policies.

Curriculum: MBA with Management Badge

The online MBA program consists of 33-42 credits. The degree includes a required interdisciplinary course, an elective and a required capstone course. A total of 42 of the program’s credits make up the business courses, of which nine credits may be waived by the admissions committee based on graduate program policies.

Required Interdisciplinary Course (3 credits)

COR 520: Ethics and Moral Leadership

Required Business Courses (18 credits)

MBA 510: Advanced Managerial Accounting
MBA 600: Business Analytics and Forecasting
MBA 610: Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
MBA 620: Economic Analysis and Evaluation
MBA 630: Financial Analysis and Evaluation (Prerequisite: MBA 620)
MBA 675: Strategic Formulation and Implementation

Management Badge: Select Three Electives (9 credits)

MBA 560: Strategic Human Resource Management
MBA 575: Investment and Portfolio Management
MBA 655: International Business and Supply Chain Management
MBA 665: Strategic Project Management Essentials for Businesses

Required Capstone Course (3 credits)

MBA 680: Executive Leadership Seminar ~ taken in the final 12 credits

Program Leveling Courses (9 credits maximum)

MBA 502: Accounting for the Workplace*
MBA 504: Management and Marketing*
MBA 506: Economics and Finance*

*May be waived by MBA Admissions Committee based on graduate program policies.

Curriculum: MBA with Marketing and Communication Badge

Required Interdisciplinary Course (3 credits)

COR 520: Ethics and Moral Leadership

Required Business Courses (18 credits)

MBA 510: Advanced Managerial Accounting
MBA 600: Business Analytics and Forecasting
MBA 610: Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
MBA 620: Economic Analysis and Evaluation
MBA 630: Financial Analysis and Evaluation (Prerequisite: MBA 620)
MBA 675: Strategic Formulation and Implementation

Marketing and Communication Badge: Select Three Electives (9 credits)

MBA 518 Managerial Communications
MBA 520 Innovative Marketing Strategy
MBA 678 Fundamentals of Sales Management

Required Capstone Course (3 credits)

MBA 680: Executive Leadership Seminar ~ taken in the final 12 credits

Program Leveling Courses (9 credits maximum)

MBA 502: Accounting for the Workplace*
MBA 504: Management and Marketing*
MBA 506: Economics and Finance*

*May be waived by MBA Admissions Committee based on graduate program policies.

Curriculum: MBA with Finance and Economics Badge

Required Interdisciplinary Course (3 credits)

COR 520: Ethics and Moral Leadership

Required Business Courses (18 credits)

MBA 510: Advanced Managerial Accounting
MBA 600: Business Analytics and Forecasting
MBA 610: Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
MBA 620: Economic Analysis and Evaluation
MBA 630: Financial Analysis and Evaluation (Prerequisite: MBA 620)
MBA 675: Strategic Formulation and Implementation

Finance and Economics Badge: Select Three Electives (9 credits)

MBA 575 Investment and Portfolio Management
MBA 650 Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
MBA 590 Special Topics

Required Capstone Course (3 credits)

MBA 680: Executive Leadership Seminar ~ taken in the final 12 credits

Program Leveling Courses (9 credits maximum)

MBA 502: Accounting for the Workplace*
MBA 504: Management and Marketing*
MBA 506: Economics and Finance*

*May be waived by MBA Admissions Committee based on graduate program policies.

Accreditation

Alvernia's Business Department programs are accredited by the .
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Career Outlook

After earning your Master of Business Administration online, you can pursue a variety of careers, including:

Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Sales Management
Operations/Supply Chain Management
Human Resources
Government
Nonprofits

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in management, business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. ��ֱ�� 1.1 million openings are projected for management occupations each year, and over 900,000 are projected for business and financial occupations.

Employment in the range of jobs available with an MBA with Management Badge is projected to grow up to 10 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than average for all occupations. The median annual wage in those professions in 2023 ranged from $99,410 to $172,280.
Employment in the range of jobs available with an MBA with Marketing and Communication Badge is projected to grow up to 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than average for all occupations. The median annual wage in those professions in 2023 ranged from $131,870 to $157,620.
Employment in the range of jobs available with an MBA with Finance and Economics Badge is projected to grow up to 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than average for all occupations. The median annual wage in those professions in 2023 was $115,730.

Get to Know Your Faculty

For more information about ��ֱ��’s Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership program contact the Graduate Admissions Office at 610-796-5187 or gradandadult@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Donald Schalk at 484-254-2127 or donald.schalk@alvernia.edu.