About this Program
³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's Master of Business Administration is an AACSB-accredited graduate management degree designed for early-career professionals, mid-career managers, working professionals, and career changers ready to accelerate into leadership roles across business, finance, operations, marketing, and consulting.
The program is offered through the Strome College of Business in Norfolk, Virginia. The modular 43-credit curriculum can be completed in as little as 21 months and is structured to fit working professionals with part-time and full-time scheduling options available.
³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's MBA is one of fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide to hold AACSB accreditation.
AACSB-Accredited MBA
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is the gold-standard accreditor for graduate business programs. AACSB sets rigorous standards for curriculum, faculty qualifications, research output, and student outcomes. Fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide hold AACSB accreditation.
For MBA prospects, AACSB accreditation matters for employer recognition, Ph.D. program eligibility, and quality assurance. AACSB requires ongoing review of curriculum, faculty research, learning outcomes, and student support.
AACSB-Accredited MBA
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is the gold-standard accreditor for graduate business programs. AACSB sets rigorous standards for curriculum, faculty qualifications, research output, and student outcomes. Fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide hold AACSB accreditation.
For MBA prospects, AACSB accreditation matters for employer recognition, Ph.D. program eligibility, and quality assurance. AACSB requires ongoing review of curriculum, faculty research, learning outcomes, and student support.
Program Highlights
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AACSB-accredited for rigorous business preparation.
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Modular 43-credit curriculum, completable in as little as 21 months.
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Available fully online through ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏGlobal or on-campus in Norfolk, Virginia.
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Offered by Strome College of Business, led by Ph.D.-prepared faculty with industry experience across functional areas.
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Part-time or full-time scheduling to accommodate working professionals.
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In-depth business education at a competitive total cost, with strong scholarship and graduate assistantship support.
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Open to applicants from any undergraduate background. GMAT or GRE optional.
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Requirements
Prospective students may apply for entrance into the program for the summer, fall, or spring semesters. The MBA Program welcomes applications from anyone who has earned a bachelor's degree with any undergraduate major from a regionally accredited institution. Admission to the program is competitive and only applies to those who show high ability and likely success in graduate business study. Evidence of ability means that applicants stand well above average on most criteria. Criteria used for admissions include the following:​
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Grade point averages of completed and on-going undergraduate and graduate degrees
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Reference letters from professors and supervisors​
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Career statement outlining career goals​
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Overview of prior work experience (if available)
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Tests scores in GMAT or GRE test (if available)
MBA Salary Outcomes
The Master of Business Administration is a long-term financial investment. Most MBA prospects evaluate the salary delta from pre-MBA to post-MBA, the total program cost, and the time-to-payback in deciding whether to pursue the degree.
Check out these ideas from ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the . A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Plan, direct, or coordinate purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting, customer service, or planning services. Manage logistics personnel and logistics systems and direct daily operations.
Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.
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Who This Program Is For
The 43-credit modular format, AACSB accreditation, and flexible part-time/full-time scheduling of ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ’s MBA program are designed to accommodate prospects at different career stages:
- Early-career professionals (1-3 years out of undergrad). Foundation courses build the business fundamentals; full-time scheduling allows acceleration to 21 months.
- Mid-career managers ready for senior leadership roles. Part-time scheduling allows continued full-time work while completing the degree.
- Working professionals seeking the credential without leaving employment. Modular structure and part-time scheduling support those who need more flexibility.
- Career changers transitioning into business roles from technical, military, healthcare, education, or government backgrounds. The MBA is designed to accept applicants from any undergraduate major.
MBA Career Pathways
Business careers are expected to in the next decade, and an MBA opens career pathways across nearly every industry sector and functional area. Common pathways for ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ MBA graduates include:
- Finance
- Strategy and Consulting
- Marketing and Brand Management
- Operations and Supply Chain
- Information Systems and Technology Management
- Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
- General Management and Executive Leadership
- Entrepreneurship
Curriculum
The MBA curriculum is structured in modular form: foundation courses establish business fundamentals across functional areas, core MBA courses build management and leadership capability, and a strategic management capstone integrates the program into real-life situations.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ tuition and fees page.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
The Dr. Bruce L. Rubin Endowed MBA Scholarship
The recipient will be a newly-admitted and enrolled part-time student in the MBA program at the Strome College of Business, with an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.2, and a GMAT total score of at least 600 if taken, unless testing requirement is waived by the admissions committee. Preference is given to a student who demonstrates volunteer service to the local business community. Candidates are selected during the admissions application process, so no additional application is required. A competitive admissions portfolio will serve as application for the scholarship.
The James A. Hixon Endowed Scholarship
The recipient will demonstrate need and be enrolled part-time or full-time in the MBA program at the Strome College of Business and Public Administration, with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. In the event of a larger than normal applicant pool, the student with the highest GPA and demonstrating the greatest financial need will be selected.
Merit-based Scholarships
Newly-admitted and current students in the Strome College of Business MBA program may qualify for merit-based scholarships based on GPAs and GMAT test scores. No additional application is necessary. These scholarships are in addition to University scholarships.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate assistantships provide a stipend of $7,500 in both the fall and spring semesters. For international and out-of-state students, there is also a tuition waiver for nine (9) credit hours bringing tuition to in-state rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's MBA, offered through the Strome College of Business, is AACSB-accredited. AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) is the gold-standard accreditor for graduate business programs, held by fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide. ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
No. Test scores are not required but can help to strengthen applications. Particularly applicants with weaker grade averages can use GMAT or GRE scores to strengthen their application. These test scores are valid for five years.
³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ offers an online version of the MBA through . The online MBA leads to the same AACSB-accredited degree as the on-campus program.
The MBA can be completed in as little as 21 months on a full-time schedule. Part-time and modular scheduling allow working professionals to complete the program over 24-36 months, depending on course load.
Tuition costs vary by program and are subject to change. Visit the Current Tuition Rates page for the most up-to-date tuition information.
Graduates work across financial services, consulting, technology and information systems, manufacturing, supply chain and logistics, media, government, and healthcare administration. Named alumni employers include Wells Fargo, Siemens, Ford Motor Company, The Virginian-Pilot, and Accenture.
Yes. The MBA accepts applicants from any undergraduate major from a regionally accredited institution. Many students enter the program from engineering, technology, military, government, education, healthcare, and liberal arts backgrounds. The MBA's foundation courses build the business fundamentals; no prior business coursework is required.
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