Online MBA Degree Program
The University of Delaware’s online MBA at the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics is driven by industry insights and innovative analytic tools so that you’re prepared to succeed in executive leadership positions.
With eight specializations, including majors, concentrations and electives, and a fully online course format, our flexible program is ideal for working business professionals who are seeking advancement and driven to succeed in MBA careers. Our program offers personalized advising and 1:1 career coaches.
Ranked in the top 10% of accredited online MBA programs in the nation according to U.S. News.
Online MBA Program FEATURES
AACSB
Accredited
12 Months
Duration
38
Credit Hours
$1,069
Cost per Credit
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Program Outcomes
Our top-ranked online MBA degree program provides a solid foundation in business management and essential business functions. You’ll practice crucial skills that you can enact immediately.
You will:
- Use data-driven analytics to make sound, evidence-based decisions.
- Frame and address problems through the use of integrative, critical and strategic thinking.
- Build effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Learn to design and use processes for competitive advantage.
- Develop ethical global leaders who embrace the value of diversity.
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Accreditations
Yes. The online MBA at the University of Delaware is delivered through the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics, which has been accredited by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) for more than 50 years.
AACSB accreditation is the highest standard of accreditation for business schools in the world, and a distinction fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide have earned.
Admissions
To be successful in the UD Lerner MBA program, you must demonstrate strong analytical and quantitative skills through prior academic work and/or recent professional experience.
Applicants who are otherwise qualified for admission, but lack successful coursework in non-introductory Statistics, Calculus, Linear math classes, or work experience, may be asked to complete at their expense an MBA Math course in order to be admitted to the program. This will be communicated upon the completion of the Admissions Committee’s review of the full application.
Under certain conditions, we may be able to accept graduate credit from other institutions:
- The institution must be AACSB-accredited;
- The class must carry a grade of B or better (not a B-); and
- The class must have been completed within the past five years.
Per University policy:
- Only 9 graduate credits may be transferred in.
- Credits are not transferred until the student has completed nine credits of graduate work at the University of Delaware.
- Only earned credits transfer, not earned grades.
- Courses must have been conducted over a ~14-week semester for all credits to transfer. Credits from schools on 10-week quarters will be transferred at 2/3 value.
- Students who wish to transfer credits to the University of Delaware must provide a course syllabus (not a course description) for each course being considered and official transcripts showing the courses and grades. You may need to contact your prior institution for copies of course syllabi.
While this program does not offer a virtual open house, interested students can schedule a virtual information session with an admissions counselor.
It is not required to submit the GRE/GMAT with your application. If you are not submitting a GMAT/GRE score, please select that you request a waiver on the Test Score Waivers page of the application.
The typical MBA applicant has two or more years of experience (work experience, volunteer work, community service, internships, significant academic projects etc.) but all applicants are considered even if they have limited professional experience.
Outstanding undergraduate GPAs and GMAT/GRE scores will strengthen your application if you have less than two years of experience.
The first step toward applying for this program is to complete your online application through the graduate student Application Management System.
To apply for this program, you’ll need:
- A completed online application.
- A four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, in any academic field from an accredited college or university is required.
- A $75 application fee.
- An unofficial transcript.
- Responses to required essay prompts.
- A resume, or curriculum vitae, that documents your prior work experience, publications, honors and awards received, and a summary of your educational credentials.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- GMAT/GRE (optional).
- A minimum of two years work experience is preferred.
View additional information about the online MBA admission requirements further up this page.
You’ll need a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
You may start the online MBA program in the spring, summer, or fall sessions. Please refer to the Program Dates chart above for the specific application deadlines.
Course waivers are granted for certain courses only and are granted at the time of admission when all the following criteria are met:
- You have earned a bachelor’s degree from an AACSB-accredited institution within the past 5 years.
- You have successfully completed at least 6 credits of undergraduate coursework in the related discipline with a grade of “B” or better in each course.
- Except as noted below, at least 3 of the above credits are in a course at the intermediate level.
All course waivers are subject to individual review and require the submission of syllabi for all non-UD courses. Meeting the above guidelines does not guarantee that a course waiver will be granted.
Students in the 38-credit MBA program may have up to 6 credits of course waivers and 9 credits of course transfers but no more than 12 credits combined between the two.
Career Outlook
Yes. Lerner College of Business and Economics offers graduate and MBA career resources. View Lerner Career Services to learn more.
With your MBA from UD, you’ll develop the comprehensive business knowledge and specialized skills you’ll need to boost your salary potential and reach your career goals. View Career Outcomes to see common career titles and salaries.
Curriculum
Canvas, which is currently used by over 2,000 schools throughout the United States.
You can select up to three concentrations to customize your online MBA curriculum. If you’d like to switch one or more of your concentrations, contact your academic advisor.
No, it is not required to select a concentration. If you’re interested in a particular selection of courses to match your career goals, the online MBA allows you to select any three elective courses for a concentration.
No, this program is built to complete fully online and does not include a residency component.
The online MBA includes 11 core courses and 3 elective courses, totaling 14 courses. Students can choose an optional MBA major, which is an additional 2 courses, totaling 16 courses. The total number of courses in your individual degree program will vary depending on the completion option you choose.
This online MBA includes a total of 38 credits or 44 credits with the selection of an MBA major. The number of credits will depend on the completion option you choose.
UD offers the MBA degree in either a hybrid or fully online format. You’ll need to choose your preferred format at the beginning of the program.
In the online program, you’ll learn from the same faculty as the on-campus program, who are trained to deliver an excellent online education. They are researchers and practitioners in their field and most have conducted or are currently conducting research in specialized business topics.
Time and Duration
You can earn your degree in as few as 12 months full-time, or complete the program part-time at your convenience.
You have up to five years to complete the degree program.
We’ve designed the program for ultimate flexibility, so you can complete the degree either part-time or full-time.
Tuition and Fees
The total estimated tuition cost does not include the cost of living, textbook costs, or other fees you may incur. For more information about program fees, you can contact an admissions counselor or learn more on the program page.
UD automatically considers admitted students for a range of scholarships with no separate application required. Other scholarships may be available through non-University resources.
This program costs $1,069 per credit hour. For a total number of 38 credit hours, this program's total estimated tuition is $40,622. If a major degree option is selected, the MBA program is 44 credits, totaling $47,036. This does not include other fees you may incur such as textbooks and the cost of living.
Choosing an MBA specialization will deepen your level of customized business knowledge and prepare you to quickly advance in your chosen career path.
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