Online MBA in Finance

Baker's online MBA in corporate finance combines applied and academic learning concepts. The 36-hour program emphasizes leadership, management, and administrative skills through core and elective coursework. Students must complete a capstone course that simulates a business project which addresses strategy in a global environment. MBA finance online students at Baker enjoy the freedom to select three interdisciplinary courses in any major in order to supplement their core MBA coursework.

The online MBA receives accreditation through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. Applicants must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA and must submit an essay of 500-1,000 words. Students do not need to submit GRE or GMAT scores for admission into the online MBA.

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Baker University's online MBA emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and applied career skills in management. The 33-credit program offers four concentrations, including an online MBA in finance and accounting. Core coursework explores marketing management and strategy, executive leadership, and business in today's global environment. Students conclude the degree with a capstone course in strategic planning for competitive organizations.

Online learners can complete the MBA in 18-20 months; some students earn the degree in as few as 12 months. The online MBA offers monthly start dates, though concentrations vary from month to month. Students may take up to two courses at a time, as long as they maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA.

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Ball State's master's of business administration offers students the option to complete the degree either online or through blended coursework. The Association to Accredit Collegiate Schools of Business accredits Ball State's MBA and awards accreditation separately to the Ball State online MBA in finance and accounting. Students may choose to specialize in finance as one of five available program concentrations.

Students with a business degree must complete 30-33 credits to earn the MBA, while those without a business degree must complete 51 credits. Learners may complete most online courses synchronously, though they may complete some courses asynchronously. Students may enroll full or part time and begin classes in the fall, spring, or summer.

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Bellevue University offers students an online or on-campus MBA degree that emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and complex problem solving skills. Students enrolled in the finance concentration of the online MBA explore investments, international finance, cash management, and risk management. The 36-credit program culminates in a capstone course in strategy innovation and integration.

Transfer applicants must complete at least 30 hours of the MBA at Bellevue University. Admission into the MBA requires students to maintain either a minimum 2.5 GPA during the previous 60 credits toward a bachelor's degree or a minimum 3.0 GPA in all previous graduate coursework. Bellevue University's MBA prepares students to pursue a variety of finance-related certifications.

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Students can pursue an MBA in finance online at Bentley through its part-time MBA option. The part-time finance MBA requires the completion of 36-45 credits, emphasizing financial statement analysis and accounting for decision making and the economic environment of the firm. Core courses explore accounting, marketing, economics, and global strategy, but still allow students to customize their degree through elective topics.

Most students complete the part-time online MBA in 36-60 months. Applicants must submit GMAT or GRE scores for consideration; however, some students qualify to waive this requirement. The program allows fall or spring entry.

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Bethel offers an online, face-to-face, or blended master's of business administration, including one of the nation's best online MBA finance programs. The 42-credit program emphasizes financial trends, financial decision making, and quantitative statistics, culminating in an integrative team capstone course. Each course lasts six weeks. The program incorporates a holistic learning model designed to build general business skills that enable students to explore business finance and accounting.

Students may begin the program during start dates offered nearly every month throughout the year. Applicants must possess two years of work experience and a minimum 3.0 GPA; they must also complete a prerequisite course in financial accounting for admissions consideration. Most students graduate in 18-24 months.

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Brandman's MBA focuses on building holistic management skills for effective leadership and strategic business analytics. Students may complete the MBA at Brandman online or in hybrid format, attending classes online and at one of Brandman's 16 campus locations. The MBA's finance emphasis requires the completion of 36-48 credits, including 12 credits in accounting, investments, international finance, and capital markets.

The program offers multiple start dates throughout the year. Applicants must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA; a GPA of 2.5-2.99 for the most recent 30 undergraduate credits (with adequate GMAT, GRE, CSET, or MAT scores), a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, or a portfolio demonstrating potential for a graduate program.

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The Cal Lutheran MBA incorporates a foundation in business with a customizable degree plan focused on a variety of career-focused specializations. Students specializing in finance explore forecasting, budgeting, and analysis. The 45-unit program serves as one of the nation's foremost online MBA corporate finance degrees, culminating in a capstone course of the student's choice. Capstone options include an internship, MBA project, or business plan simulation.

Students can complete the Cal Lutheran online MBA in 12-24 months, taking a total of five, eight-week terms online. Learners may enroll full or part time and can take classes entirely online or in blended format. Undergraduate business majors at Cal Lutheran can complete an MBA in one year through the school's 4 + 1 MBA option.

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The online MBA offered by CSUDH provides graduates with practical career skills in critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and integration. Students enjoy flexibility within the CSUDH MBA program, which enables them to complete coursework online, asynchronously, or attend courses on campus two nights per week. The 30- to 33-unit program includes an emphasis in finance, exploring investments, corporate finance-valuation, and management of financial institutions, all of which culminate in a strategic management capstone.

The CSUDH MBA features four, 12-week online sessions per calendar year. Applicants must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA for the last 60 upper-division credits or a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA. They must also score at least 450 on the GMAT (or comparably on the GRE) and at or above the 25th percentile for verbal and quantitative sections.

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The online MBA at Stanislaus State receives accreditation from the Associate to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Students enrolled in the MBA in finance online qualify to pursue a CFA license upon graduation. The 30-unit program comprises 10 core and elective courses, culminating in an integrated business strategy capstone course and a comprehensive exam. Students may take two to three classes per term, with finance and general electives offered each fall and spring semester.

Admission into the online MBA at Stanislaus State requires a minimum 2.5 GPA in the student's last 60 semester units or 90 quarter units, an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited university, and GMAT or GRE scores. Applicants in non-business majors must satisfy prerequisites including business, economics, and accounting.

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Carnegie Mellon offers a part-time online MBA through its internationally recognized Tepper School of Business. Students enjoy live, interactive online coursework, paired with Access Weekends, that offer networking and collaborative experiences with faculty, fellow students, and alumni. The online part-time MBA represents one of the nation's best online MBA finance programs, emphasizing quantitative and analytical finance and accounting concepts. The online MBA in finance culminates in an immersive capstone course.

Students can apply to the part-time online MBA throughout the year. MBA applicants must submit GMAT or GRE scores with their application; the admissions team prefers the former, but will accept the latter, for program consideration. Students may complete the online MBA in as few as 32 months.

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CSU tailors its online MBA in finance to working professionals seeking a flexible, customizable business degree. Students may complete coursework online, on campus in the evenings, or in blended format. The finance emphasis within the MBA features optional electives including macroeconomic policy, financial planning, and advanced investments. The 33-credit program receives accreditation through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.

The CSU MBA combines core, quasi-core, and emphasis courses, culminating in a strategic planning and analysis capstone and an MBA exit assessment. Students complete online courses in Blackboard assisted by optional online proctoring services. MBA candidates may begin classes online in any semester of the fall, spring, Maymester, extended Maymester, or summer terms.

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The MBA at CityU offers students the choice of an online, onsite, or blended program. Students may choose from 10 emphasis areas, including finance, with coursework emphasizing equity markets and debt instrument management. The MBA requires completion of 48-51 credits in foundations, business core, and finance emphases, culminating in a capstone course. Learners may choose to complete a finance internship in place of a required elective course.

Applicants to the CityU MBA need only a bachelor's degree from an accredited university; CityU does not require GMAT scores for admission consideration. The university also offers a language-assisted MBA option tailored to applicants who do not speak native English. The MBA maintains small class sizes to ensure personal attention for each student.

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CSU's online MBA emphasizes fundamental business and management skills applicable in a wide range of work environments. Students may choose to concentrate in finance, exploring topics such as futures and options, corporate risk management, and fundamentals of bond markets. The 42-credit MBA culminates in a strategic thinking/experiential learning capstone.

As a professional degree program, the CSU online MBA does not require a thesis, final exam, or final project, though the program does require the completion of a capstone course. Students enrolled in the online MBA may choose from five start dates throughout the year. The program receives accreditation through the Associate to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

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The CUC online online MBA finance program explores financial markets, investments, analysis, and public and private financial processes. The accelerated one-year online MBA comprises 12 courses over three semesters, culminating in a capstone course. The online finance MBA does not require GRE scores for admission and offers open enrollment to applicants.

Courses in the finance specialization culminate in a signature project which contributes to the creation of a student portfolio. For consideration, applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 2.85 cumulative GPA. Students who do not yet meet prerequisite requirements, or who do not meet minimum GPA requirements, may qualify for provisional or probationary admission.

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Concordia's MBA emphasizes global business skills and innovative tactics for the next generation's technology-driven marketplace. The 38-credit MBA is cohort-based and consists of eight-week courses completed online, though students may also complete coursework on campus. Learners enrolled in the finance concentration focus on corporate reporting, risk management, and investment evaluation, all of which culminate in a capstone course. Students may count an internship as a three-credit elective course. Finance majors qualify to pursue CPA or CFA certification.

Students may begin the Concordia MBA in the fall or spring semester. Students enrolling in one course per term may graduate in 24 months, while those taking electives and core courses concurrently can complete the degree in 18 months.

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CUW's MBA in finance emphasizes key business practices, including securities analysis, real estate investment, and risk management. The 39-credit program comprises coursework in brokerage, insurance, middle and upper management, and entrepreneurship, culminating in a strategic management capstone course. Each course lasts eight weeks and totals six continuous terms per academic year. Students taking one course per term can complete the degree in 26 months; students may also pursue an accelerated program.

The MBA finance online program at CUW offers an optional internship. Admission into the program does not require GRE scores for consideration. Transfer students with credits completed in the last seven years can apply for admission into the program; the MBA at CUW accepts up to six graduate transfer credits.

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CU's MBA in finance online encompasses a combination of concentration and core courses that culminate in an applied finance final project. The 38-credit program explores global finance, entrepreneurial finance, and advanced managerial finance within the career-focused finance specialization. CU offers an MBA 4+1 degree option for undergraduate candidates with advanced standing.

Students may complete the MBA in finance online or in blended format. Most students complete the degree in 20-22 months. Applicants with at least one year of experience must possess a minimum 2.7 GPA; students with less than one year of experience must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

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DBU's online MBA in finance represents one of the university's most popular business majors. The 36-credit program combines core business management courses with finance concentration coursework, culminating in a strategic management decisions capstone course. Finance curriculum explores investments, capital markets and institutions, and advanced managerial finance.

Though courses meet online, DBU offers students the option of attending mini-terms on campus to collaborate with faculty and fellow students. Applicants to the online MBA in finance at DBU must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, and a minimum 3.0 GPA for admission consideration.

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DU offers a finance concentration within its comprehensive MBA degree. The 39-credit program emphasizes financial analysis, strategic planning, investment planning, risk mitigation, and domestic and international strategy. Students may complete the MBA online or on campus. Graduation requires completion of a business integration capstone.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in business or a related discipline with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Students who possess a nonbusiness undergraduate degree must complete four prerequisite courses in the foundations of business, including management and marketing, fundamentals of accounting, foundations of financial management, and statistics for business.

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The DeSales MBA offers concentrations in finance and financial planning among its 12 specialization options. The accredited program combines core, elective, and concentration courses that culminate in an integrative capstone course. Topics in the finance concentration explore risk management and insurance, income taxes, and financial markets and institutions. Students complete part-time coursework online through Blackboard.

Applicants enjoy rolling admissions and may start the program online at any point throughout the year. Students must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA and must fulfill undergraduate prerequisites in macro- and micro-economics, marketing, management, financial and managerial accounting, and statistics.

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The online MBA offered by the LeBow College of Business at Drexel University ranks among the best online MBA finance programs in the world. Students may focus their full-time or part-time studies in a finance concentration, one of five specializations available online. Course topics include entrepreneurial finance, mergers and acquisitions, and international finance, all of which culminate in a final-semester presentation.

Students may choose to take asynchronous courses entirely online (full-time) or to pursue a hybrid program (part-time). Learners can also participate in optional MBA residencies on campus. Most full-time students complete the Drexel LeBow MBA in 24 months.

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The online MBA offered by Endicott College receives national recognition for its affordability. The 42-credit MBA in finance online explores topics like evaluating capital investments, financial reporting and analysis, and portfolio management. Students may choose a second concentration such as accounting or general business. The program culminates in a business policy and strategy course.

Students enrolled in the online program follow the same schedule and curriculum as their on-campus counterparts. Though students may complete coursework entirely online, they may also participate in an internship and/or networking activity on campus. Applicants do not need to submit GMAT scores for admission. Students complete the program in 18 months.

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The flexible and affordable online MBA at FSU receives accreditation through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The 36-credit program combines core and elective coursework and enables students to add supplementary courses from any constituent school within the UNC system. Finance course topics include investment analysis, option and futures trading, and security analysis. Students can elect to complete a finance seminar in addition to fulfilling core capstone requirements in business policy and strategy.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, possess a minimum undergraduate 2.75 or graduate 3.0 GPA, and submit a minimum GMAT score of 400. Finance majors in an FSU undergraduate program may apply to the MBA in their junior year, according to FSU's "three-two" program guidelines.

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Florida Tech offers an MBA in finance online and an online MBA in finance and accounting, both popular among the program's 12 career-focused concentration options. The 36-credit program combines core and specialization courses, exploring finance management policy, financial markets, and portfolio analysis. The program culminates in a strategic management capstone. The MBA at Florida Tech receives accreditation from the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.

Admission does not require GMAT or GRE scores. The Florida Tech MBA in finance or finance and accounting prepares graduates for careers in portfolio or finance management, finance analysis, or corporate finance.

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The online MBA at FIU holds accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and offers an optional, three-day residency at the school's Miami campus. FIU MBA courses in the finance specialization emphasize financial markets and commercial banking. The 42-credit program encompasses three professional development seminars, and culminates in a corporate simulation capstone.

Admission requires a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and either four years of work experience or two years of work experience and a minimum 500 GMAT or 154 (verbal) and 152 (quantitative) GRE score. The program accepts applications in the fall and spring.

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The online MBA offered by FHSU caters to working professionals with a highly customizable, career-oriented program in 13 concentrations, including finance. The curriculum combines core and specialized courses that emphasize international finance, finance institutions, and money and banking. The 34-credit program culminates in a strategic management capstone course.

Students with a nonbusiness undergraduate degree must take additional foundations courses to satisfy prerequisites for admission. Admission requires students to submit official GRE or GMAT scores. Learners complete courses online through platforms like Blackboard, Skype, and Google Docs.

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Gannon's online MBA receives accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. The 30- to 48-credit online MBA offers a concentration in finance; students may also select more than one specialization. The curriculum encompasses core, foundation, and finance specialization courses, culminating in a business policy and strategy course. Finance-specific topics explore investments, security analysis and portfolio management, and advanced financial management.

Students who do not meet the minimum 3.2 GPA requirement for admission must submit GMAT scores and may receive provisional acceptance. MBA candidates complete coursework in the two-year program asynchronously, online.

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Students can complete the Gardner-Webb online MBA in a traditional two-year format or enroll in the university's unique 10-month MBA. Gardner-Webb's online MBA finance programs emphasize accounting, marketing, and economics coursework, culminating in a strategic management capstone. Students must complete core requirements and six hours of finance elective courses.

Though students complete coursework primarily online, they may also participate in internships, course simulations, and service projects outside of the virtual classroom. MBA applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA, or possess a combination of work experience and/or GMAT or GRE scores, if their GPA does not meet this requirement.

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GWU offers its MBA in finance to both on-campus and online learners. Students completing the program online may participate in an optional four-day residency at GWU's Washington, D.C. campus and take part in other optional internships and co-curricular activities. The 55.5-credit program requires a combination of core and elective courses, culminating in a strategic management capstone. Within the finance concentration, students may incorporate an acute focus in corporate finance, investment analysis, or public policy.

Students can complete the online MBA at GWU in three years, provided they take at least 7.5 units per semester. Students may enter the program in the fall, spring, or summer term. Applicants to the GWU MBA must submit GRE or GMAT scores for admission consideration.

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The GGU MBA emphasizes soft skills, including the communication, team-building, and presentation skills needed for a successful business career. Students enrolled in GGU's online MBA in corporate finance program build a foundation in general business skills; they also cultivate consulting, entrepreneurial, and decision-making acumen for the global financial marketplace. MBA candidates must complete 54 credits, culminating in a business planning capstone, to earn the degree.

MBA applicants with less than five years of professional experience must submit GRE or GMAT scores for admission consideration, though candidates with a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or a CPA license may waive this requirement. Applicants must also meet prerequisites in writing, business, math, and computer proficiencies.

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The College of Business at ISU claims the distinction of being the first in the state to offer an MBA degree. The ISU MBA in finance online caters to students from all academic backgrounds, whether they completed a bachelor's in business or a non-business major. Students must complete a combination of a two-part core and finance emphasis courses, culminating in a business policy and strategy seminar and an applied business solutions project. Learners who fulfilled prerequisite foundational business courses in their undergraduate degree may waive the first sector of core requirements.

MBA applicants must possess a regionally-accredited bachelor's degree and may need GMAT or MAT scores for admission; generally, only students with a GPA of at least 3.5 may waive GMAT/MAT requirements. Full-time MBA candidates may complete the online MBA in just one year.

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The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School offers a flexible online MBA, blending asynchronous online coursework with intermittent temporary residencies on the Baltimore campus. The program features a concentration in financial businesses, one of three areas of emphasis offered exclusively online. Students complete the same rigorous curriculum as on-campus learners, exploring concepts like corporate finance, investments, and the firm and the macroeconomy. Learners who fulfilled prerequisite foundational business courses in their undergraduate degree may waive the first sector of core requirements. Courses in business communication, negotiation, and leadership in organizations require campus attendance.

Applicants to Carey's part-time online MBA should possess at least two years of work experience and a minimum 3.0 GPA. They also need to submit GMAT or GRE scores for admission. Most students complete the online MBA in 2.5 years.

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The JWU MBA in finance online emphasizes advanced analysis and strategy for corporate financial markets. The program encompasses 36 to 42 credits in foundation, core, and elective courses, culminating in a business policy and strategy capstone course. Students explore topics relevant to a career in finance in global business, including executive decision making, financial theories and practices, and consumer economic challenges.

Applicants to the JWU MBA may possess an undergraduate degree in any major and must possess a minimum 2.85 GPA. Students at least 24 years of age with a 2.41-2.84 cumulative GPA may receive conditional acceptance into JWU. Learners may complete the degree in two years, with each course spanning eight weeks.

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The MBA in finance online at La Salle emphasizes broad career skills in financial management and analysis for commercial banking, investments, and securities environments. The program encompasses 33-39 credits in topics like portfolio management, risk management, and global markets, culminating in an integrative capstone course. Students may earn the MBA online in as few as 14-16 months.

La Salle evaluates MBA applicants holistically. While applying does require GMAT or GRE scores, students with an undergraduate business degree from a school accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business who possess a combination a 3.0 GPA and three to five years of work experience may waive this requirement. Waivers also apply to students holding a master's degree or CPA, CFA, or charter licensure.

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Lakeland's customizable online MBA offers students the opportunity to design their own business administration specialization, as well as earn their degree online, on campus, or in blended format. The MBA features an MBA in finance online as one of nine comprehensive emphasis areas. The 36-hour program culminates in a capstone course in corporate strategy and decision making. Students may pursue coursework concurrent to the MBA to qualify for the CPA or CMA exams.

Full-time Lakeland students can complete the MBA online in two years, while part-time students may graduate in three to five years. Applicants to the Lakeland MBA must submit either a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA or a score of at least 500 on the GMAT. If not fulfilled at the time of application, students may also complete prerequisites in finance, accounting, economics, and statistics.

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Lehigh's Flex MBA serves students and working professionals seeking a part-time, self-paced online program. The university's College of Business and Economics offers one of the nation's best online MBA finance programs that features curriculum in a hybrid learning environment. The 36-credit program combines core business courses with finance electives, culminating in a capstone course. All students must begin the MBA by participating in a weekend-long orientation course on campus.

Most students complete the Flex MBA through part-time study in 3.5 years, though full-time students may take less time to earn the degree. Applicants may apply to the MBA program year round and begin in the fall, spring, or summer semester. Students must submit GMAT or GRE scores; however, applicants with 10 years of experience, or a master's degree and six years of experience, may waive this requirement.

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Lewis' online MBA emphasizes a combination of theoretical and practical business administration skills ideal for students seeking a flexible career-based program. The MBA in finance online encompasses core, foundation, and concentration courses in topics like financial management strategies, fixed income analysis, and international finance. Students conclude the MBA with a capstone in strategic management in the global environment.

Prospective bachelor's degree students may choose to pursue Lewis' bachelor's-to-MBA option. Applicants to the MBA must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA and a regionally accredited bachelor's degree. Lewis offers rolling admissions.

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Lindenwood University's MBA finance online degree prepares graduates for business and finance careers in the global marketplace. The finance MBA encompasses coursework in investments, fixed income securities, and financial markets and institutions. Students must complete 39-54 course credits in core and elective courses to earn the degree, culminating in a business policies and strategies capstone.

Students may also pursue an MBA/MS finance dual degree online. Applicants may need to complete prerequisites in economics, academic writing, financial accounting, and business management for consideration. Students may select an optional internship from the list of available electives for this degree.

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LSU Shreveport's MBA receives accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and ranks among the nation's best online MBA finance programs for affordability and convenience. The MBA in finance online comprises 30 hours in core, concentration, and elective courses, culminating in an integrative organizational strategy and policies course. Finance majors explore financial markets and institutions, contemporary issues in finance, and contemporary investments.

Applicants to the LSU Shreveport online MBA should possess a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students with a GPA of 2.5-2.75 must possess at least three years of work experience or submit adequate GMAT scores to supplement their bachelor's degree. Online programs offer four start dates throughout the year.

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The Marywood MBA 2.0 program focuses on cultivating socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible leadership skills among business professionals. The MBA with a concentration in finance and investment encompasses 36 credits, exploring financial decision making, functions of the financial market, and investment analysis for both domestic and international environments.

Prospective Marywood MBA students must complete prerequisites in eight business modules, including accounting, computer technologies, and business economics. The MBA, offered through Marywood's School of Business and Global Innovation, receives accreditation through through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

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Mercer's online MBA caters to professionals already working in business seeking career advancement. The program serves as one the best online MBA finance degrees in the U.S. Students in Mercer's online MBA must complete 36-45 hours in a combination of foundation, core, and finance specialization courses that culminate in an integrative capstone course. Online students enjoy self-paced coursework that enables them to graduate in 18 months.

The Stetson School of Business and Economics at Mercer accepts students at five entry points per year: August, October, January, March, and May. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the program admits applicants who possess a regionally accredited bachelor's degree (in any major) and GRE or GMAT scores.

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Students may complete the Metropolitan State MBA through on-campus, hybrid, or online study. The 44-credit MBA with a concentration in finance emphasizes sustainable and ethical business practices and decision making skills. Students must complete a two-phase curriculum comprised of core and elective courses, culminating in a phase-three synthesis and capstone course. MBA candidates must complete prerequisites in micro- and macro-economics, financial accounting, and foundations of economic analysis.

Applicants to the Metropolitan State MBA may enter the program in the fall, spring, or summer term. Students must possess a regionally accredited bachelor's degree and GMAT or MBA Math scores. Full-time students may complete the MBA online in as few as two years, though part-time students may extend their coursework as needed.

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MC offers an online MBA in finance accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The 42-credit finance MBA combines core, concentration, and foundation courses, culminating in a strategic management capstone. Students explore advanced investments, financial statement analysis, and financial markets and institutions through specialized coursework in the finance major.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA or three to five years of work experience or GMAT scores if the student's GPA is between 2.25-2.99. MC also offers an accelerated online MBA comprised of 10 courses, each spanning eight weeks in length.

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The online MBA at Missouri State offers a graduate certificate in finance in conjunction with MBA curriculum. The 33-credit program encompasses foundation, core, and elective courses, culminating in a seminar course. Students may substitute a thesis for the seminar requirement. Topics include managerial accounting, fundamentals of economics, and advanced financial management.

Students may complete the MBA in a traditional or accelerated format. Applicants to the accelerated EMBA must possess at least 80 completed credit hours, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and an adequate GMAT score. Traditional applicants must submit GMAT or GRE scores with their application. The school may waive this requirement for students with 3.25 GPA or above or a business degree from a school accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

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MVNU's online MBA emphasizes skills in business theory and practice designed for working students. The 36-credit online MBA in corporate finance explores banking, financial planning, and investments, culminating in a strategic management capstone course. Students typically complete the traditional online MBA in 22 months, though they may also choose the fast-track MBA in finance, which offers 11-month or 15-month study plans.

Applicants to the MVNU MBA must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and a GPA of at least 2.8. Students who do not meet this GPA requirement may receive acceptance on a probationary basis. Transfer students may apply up to six credits of previous experience toward the online MBA at MVNU.

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NJIT's online MBA emphasizes technical business skills for careers in the technology-focused global marketplace. The 48-credit MBA in finance online encompasses eight semesters, each lasting 15 weeks. Finance-centered coursework explores topics like corporate finance, accounting, and investment banking, culminating in a two-course capstone requirement. Students may complete one of NJIT's graduate certificates in management essentials or management of technology as a precursor to the online MBA.

The online MBA at NJIT receives accreditation through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Students can complete all 16 of the required MBA courses asynchronously, online. Most students enroll in two courses per semester.

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The Highlands University Highlands University MBA ranks among the best online MBA finance programs in the country for convenience and affordability. The MBA comprises 37 credit hours in technology-driven business coursework designed to prepare graduates for multi-faceted, 21st-century careers. The Highlands University MBA emphasizes a combination of academic and practical experience, incorporating management skills for industry, nonprofit, and public sector positions.

Applicants to the online MBA at Highlands University receive holistic consideration for admission based on written statements, essays, and academic transcripts. Students may choose to complete the MBA entirely online or at the university's Las Vegas, NM campus.

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NC State University offers an online MBA with an optional emphasis in finance accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Coursework in the finance "depth area" of the online MBA explores investment and corporate finance, including a stock market course, which requires students to create an NC State investment portfolio. Students may complete an optional practicum experience.

The 40-credit program takes place entirely online, save for two, three-day residencies at NC State's raleigh campus. Active-duty military students may waive this requirement. Students may enroll in the fall or spring semester. Applicants should possess a regionally accredited bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience; they should also submit GMAT or GRE scores for consideration.

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Northeastern offers an MBA in finance online through its accredited D'Amore-McKim School of Business. The 50-credit program comprises core and elective courses focused primarily on finance. Online students may opt to participate in domestic and/or international residency courses to supplement virtual coursework. Northeastern also offers an MBA/MS finance dual degree online.

Most students complete the Northeastern MBA online in two years. Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and current employment with at least five years of work experience in finance or management. Admission does not require GMAT or GRE scores.

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Norwich's high-quality, low-cost MBA counts as one of the nation's best online MBA finance programs. The online MBA boasts small class sizes, accelerated completion times, and multiple start dates per year. The 36-credit program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, comprises six courses, each lasting 11 weeks. Finance-specific courses explore multinational business finance, strategic management, and portfolio management, culminating in an independent research project. Online learners must complete a one-week residency at the university's Northfield, VT campus to conclude the degree.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited university and a minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA. Students do not need to submit GRE or GMAT scores. Norwich accepts up to 12 transfer credits toward the online MBA.

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NDNU's online MBA emphasizes a broad foundation in collaborative, analytical, and problem-solving skills for the 21st-century marketplace. The MBA in finance online enables students to earn the degree in two years or less through part-time study. The 36-credit program explores investments, budgeting, and behavioral and international finance, culminating in a business strategy capstone course.

Applicants to NDNU's online MBA must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Additionally, MBA candidates must satisfy prerequisites in statistics, micro- and macro-economics, and financial accounting, all with a grade of "C" or above. Though not required, NDNU prefers MBA applicants with work experience.

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NSU offers its online MBA through the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Students may choose a concentration in finance from 13 available MBA emphasis areas. The online MBA finance program encompasses 40-49 credits, focusing on theory and analysis of statistics, math, and economics concepts. Students may complete an optional finance internship.

Online learners can complete the finance MBA at NSU in 21 months. Students may enroll at one of five start dates per year: August, October, January, March, or May. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and a minimum 2.5 GPA. Candidates with a GPA below 2.5 must submit a GMAT score of at least 450 (or the GRE equivalent) for admissions consideration.

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OCU's online MBA with a concentration in finance emphasizes career skills in critical thinking, ethics, and business management. The 36-credit program combines core MBA requirements and concentration-specific coursework, culminating in a capstone course in managing and leading operations. Students enrolled in the finance concentration of the OCU MBA explore investments, financial markets and institutions, and corporate finance.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a program or institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education or a regionally accredited university. Students can complete the degree in two years. OCU may substitute military training for credit toward its programs and offers exclusive tuition rates to active-duty military students.

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The MBA in finance online at Ohio University serves as one of the nation's leading MBAs for value and online learning. The online MBA combines core and finance concentration courses that culminate in a strategic leadership course and an applied business experience. Finance courses emphasize advanced corporate finance, investments, and financial markets and institutions.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and two to five years of work experience. Students may not apply transfer credits toward the MBA at Ohio University. The online MBA does not require GMAT scores for consideration.

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One of the best online MBA finance programs in the U.S., OC's MBA emphasizes flexibility through accelerated program options. Part-time students may complete the degree in two years, while those enrolled in two classes per week may graduate in 12 months. The finance track combines preparatory, core, and specialization courses in topics like risk management, financial planning, and international trade and finance. The MBA curriculum culminates in a strategic management and change capstone course.

Students may apply up to six transfer credits toward the program. Applicants must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA, though candidates with a GPA between 2.5 and 3.0 may receive probationary admittance. Additionally, students must submit GMAT or GRE scores reflecting at least a 450 or a minimum 285 (3.0 on the writing section), respectively.

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OKWU's accredited online MBA finance programs attract working professionals seeking a flexible study plan that adheres to Christian principles and values. The 36-hour program encompasses core business and concentration courses, culminating in a strategic management capstone course. The OKWU MBA ranks among the nation's best for value and military friendliness.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited program and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Candidates with a GPA between 2.50 and 2.99 may receive probationary admission. Students may transfer up to six credits for prior coursework toward the OKWU MBA. Enrollees in the MBA program must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA for all coursework.

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The OU online MBA emphasizes professional ethics and personal values within a broad business management context. The accredited program encompasses core requirements over three course modules and finance concentration courses, culminating in a capstone seminar course in business policy and strategy. Finance coursework explores working capital management, money and capital markets, international finance, and financial modeling methodologies.

Some applicants may need to satisfy prerequisites in accounting, economics, and/or math in order to qualify for the OU MBA. Students must hold a minimum 3.0 GPA with official undergraduate transcripts; however, admission does not require GRE or GMAT scores. OU offers the majority of MBA core classes online during both fall and spring semesters.

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The Park online MBA emphasizes flexibility for students who work full time, offering courses online, at nine campus locations, or through hybrid learning. The accredited MBA in finance online encompasses an accelerated, eight-week course format that enables students to graduate in 15 months. Students must complete 33 credit hours in a combination of core, concentration, and elective coursework, culminating in a strategic management capstone.

Applicants must submit a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and a minimum 2.75 GPA for full admission into the online MBA finance program. Students who do not meet minimum GPA requirements or prerequisite coursework for the MBA may receive provisional or conditional admission to Park University.

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Pennsylvania State University offers an online MBA finance program through its internationally renowned Smeal College of Business. Students must complete 48 credits to graduate and can specialize in finance by earning an additional nine credits in this emphasis. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the program promotes strategic leadership and teamwork through a highly integrative curriculum. In addition, much of the coursework requires collaboration with peers, so students learn to partner with colleagues with diverse backgrounds and expertise. A required five-day residency engages students with faculty and peers through career management workshops and networking.

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The online MBA at Pepperdine University prepares students to address the kinds of problems that challenge business and industry by working alongside a company's experts to solve them. The school’s attention to applied learning sets it apart from other accredited online MBA finance programs, largely thanks to providing learners the opportunity to collaborate with brands like Starbucks and Disney. Degree completion can take as little as two years, after which graduates can join Pepperdine’s MBA network, which is comprised of more than 38,000 professionals globally. The school requires a personal and leadership development workshop residency and offers an optional international residency. In addition, its online MBA merit scholarship provides up to $39,000 to eligible students.

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The College of Business and Economics at Regis University houses one of the best online MBA finance programs in the country. The school’s professional MBA equips students with best practices in leadership, communication, and networking so they can successfully enter the workplace with an adherence to strong business ethics. Rooted in the Jesuit tradition, Regis aims to ensure graduates positively contribute to society in a meaningful way. Learners can specialize in finance through their choice of four courses in topics like business valuation and financial decision making. In total, finance graduates complete 42 credit hours. They can pursue careers such as financial controller, senior financial analyst, and chief financial officer.

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Rider University offers a fully online MBA that is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Full-time enrollees can complete their degree in one year, while part-time students can finish in 21 months. Those who need extra time can take up to six years to complete their degree. A three-credit course in finance satisfies the requirement to concentrate in this emphasis. Additional classes examine strategic accounting and global supply chain management. The 33-credit program requires a strong background in business fundamentals, such as economics, operations management, and executive communications.

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The online MBA offered at Saint Francis University through its Shields School of Business affords students flexibility coupled with a rigorous curriculum and award-winning faculty. Students enjoy opportunities to work in teams to solve problems as they evaluate business challenges and strengthen their strategic thinking skills. Faculty offer one-on-one advisement to online students to support their studies, and graduates realize a return on their schooling investment thanks to the array of industry recruiters at the school.

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Saint Joseph’s University offers an online MBA in finance and accounting that 86% of students credit for helping them develop a strategic business acumen and 76% attribute for their increased salary. These statistics show why this online MBA stands out as one of the country’s best. Students can complete their degree in just one year, especially since some undergraduate degrees may qualify them to enroll in accelerated studies. With finance as one of the 10 disciplines they can select, SJU requires classes in marketing, economics, accounting, and business ethics. Small classes permit more opportunities for robust discussions and collaboration, even in a virtual environment.

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The Brock School of Business at Samford University boasts national ranking and a reputation for preparing students to excel in the competitive landscape of global business in the 21st century. The school’s MBA program hones students' problem-solving skills and provides ample opportunities to practically apply lessons learned. Furthermore, students can customize their learning to align with their interests, such as with a concentration in finance. They must complete 36-48 credits to graduate by enrolling in classes that examine topics like organizational management, marketing strategy, and economics. Admission requires a competitive GMAT score, and students must earn at least a 3.0 GPA to graduate.

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Seton Hall University offers a leading online MBA through its Stillman School of Business. This degree stands out because of the school’s focus on leading with purpose and its attention to developing students’ ethics. Moreover, it offers one of the best online MBA finance programs in a concentration track that enables students to customize their studies. A capstone project also permits practical experience through which students can acquire real-world experience. The 40-credit program boasts accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business in addition to faculty who serve as respected consultants.

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The online MBA at Shippensburg University offers a 36-credit finance concentration that includes 30 credits in eight core classes, covering topics such as organizational leadership and contemporary decision making. The additional four concentration classes examine risk management, financial analysis, investments, and multinational business finance. Students can complete their degree in just one calendar year, and admission requires developing a goals statement and earning at least a 450 on the GMAT. Previous completion of accounting, finance, or economics classes allows those admitted to immediately enroll in the core curriculum without needing to satisfy prerequisite classes.

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Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers a fully online MBA with an emphasis in finance. The 36-credit program examines concepts such as international financial management and contemporary portfolio theory. The specialty classes complement core learning in economics, accounting, and data analysis. Acceptance requires a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA or a minimum 2.5 GPA overall plus three years of professional experience. Alternatively, applicants with a 2.5 GPA may submit a portfolio with a letter that details their career goals and includes a resume and three letters of recommendation. Southeastern Oklahoma State University does not require GMAT scores, and all students pay the same competitive tuition regardless of residence.

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Students who want to earn their MBA in finance online at Southern New Hampshire University benefit from an outstanding program that equips them to meet today’s business challenges. Especially geared toward learners who want to enter careers as investment brokers, security analysts, and financial analysts, this degree offers a robust curriculum at an affordable price. Classes deepen learners’ understanding of portfolio and financial management in addition to capital budgeting. Skilled business professionals lead class instruction, and the fully online format means students enjoy 24/7 access to course content. Students can complete their degree in just 15 months if they enroll in two classes per 10-week term.

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St. Bonaventure University offers an online MBA with accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Students can graduate in as few as 20 months through fully online studies and select the finance track as their specialty. All learners enroll in classes that explore accounting and economic foundations in addition to marketing and organizational behavior. Those who choose the finance specialty also examine concepts in investments and the legal environment of industry and business. A three-credit, case-based capstone course engages students in a team-oriented project to apply lessons learned to solving organizational problems.

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Earning an online MBA in finance at St. Thomas Aquinas College allows working professionals to attend class when their schedule permits. Faculty instruct in courses that are tailored to prepare students to meet the demands of a contemporary business environment. Courses include group discussions, engaging case studies, and hands-on learning through projects that complement textbook lessons. The college offers online courses on a quarterly basis that align with on-campus courses, and the program requires 39 credits to complete. Up to six graduate credits are transferable, and students employed by a STAC business partner receive a 15% tuition discount and a waived application fee.

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Offering one of the best online MBA finance programs in the U.S., Stevens Institute of Technology boasts faculty who understand the importance of marrying strategy, marketing, and finance with technological capabilities. Courses emphasize collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, and address topics such as economics, strategic management, and applied analytics. Students who specialize in finance also delve into the fundamentals of venture capital and financial derivatives. Graduation requires completing a capstone course that can include field consulting to solve a problem alongside corporate leadership or a practicum in technology commercialization in which they launch their own business or product.

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The Sawyer Business School at Suffolk University boasts a leading online MBA for professionals with an average student age of 33. Students benefit from small class sizes with a 1:18 faculty-to-student ratio, and synchronous courses permit real-time discussions and online chats. In addition to classes for the finance concentration, the core curriculum covers managerial statistics, project management, and offers a travel seminar to visit global companies while working in teams to solve business challenges. Full-time enrollees can graduate in one year, and part-time students generally take two to three years to finish.

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Syracuse University's Whitman School of Management offers an accredited online MBA finance programs. This program’s curriculum includes studies in topics like microeconomics, entrepreneurial management, and data analysis and decision making. Specializing in finance allows students to explore concepts in business strategy and financial markets. The program requires 54 credits, and students must take at least two classes each term so they can complete their degree in 24 months; however, students can arrange to finish in three years if they consult with their adviser. Graduation also requires three residencies -- one in Syracuse, New York; one in New York, New York; and one in an international location.

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Temple University offers a cutting-edge online MBA program through its Fox School of Business. The customizable curriculum includes dynamic courses that integrate innovative technologies to engage students. These include high-definition lectures available on mobile devices and web conferencing tools that allow classmates to connect with one another. The school offers a financial management concentration through the MBA that emphasizes leadership and business skills development throughout the program. Students can complete their degree in 20 months but have up to six years.

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Tennessee Technological University offers students a fully online MBA and leverages various instructional approaches to engage them in their coursework. These include hands-on projects, simulation exercises, and case studies. Students can complete their degree in one year if they enroll full-time but also have the option to attend part-time to finish at a pace best for their schedule. The program consists of 30 total hours, and core curriculum consists of 21 hours in classes like analytical decision making and business strategy. The finance concentration includes additional courses in international finance and investment fundamentals. Students can also choose to blend on-campus studies with their online classes.

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Texas A&M International University equips MBA in finance online students with the knowledge necessary for business success. The MBA in international banking and finance prepares students to lead their organization’s participation in domestic and global financial markets. The core curriculum include seminars that address organizational theory and behavior, ethics, and managerial theories. In addition, it builds students' research capabilities and skills in financial analysis. Classes are delivered in an accelerated, seven-week format, and flexible admission requirements mean GMAT/GRE scores may be waived. Students can complete the 30-credit program in just 15 months.

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Texas A&M University -- Corpus Christi offers an online MBA with a concentration in finance that sharpens students’ technology, communication, and critical thinking skills so they can advance professionally and increase their earning potential. Classes engage students in collaborative projects to build their problem-solving abilities and help them think carefully about the ethics that underscore the business decisions they make. Course subjects include personal financial planning, investment theory, and multinational finance. Upon graduation, students can pursue careers such as investment banker or chief financial officer.

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Students who desire a fully online professional MBA program that requires no campus residency and affords maximum flexibility, find that the University of Texas at Dallas meets their needs. This top-tier degree helps learners understand how companies function so they can transition seamlessly to the profession of their choice. The finance concentration emphasizes creative problem solving and value-maximizing investment strategies. Finance students can also choose to focus on corporate financial planning or analyzing investment portfolios and financial securities. Moreover, they can pursue a double MS/MBA program if they wish, which allows them to complete a second degree by reducing the total number of required semester credits.

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The University of Texas of the Permian Basin offers an online MBA with a finance emphasis that requires 33 hours for students who possess a bachelor’s of business administration, and 42 hours for those who do not. While students who select this emphasis must complete the same core classes as those who pursue the general MBA, they must also enroll in coursework focused on international finance, financial institution management, and futures and option. If their previous academic studies meet specific requirements, then they may possibly waive two core courses. Students must also demonstrate competency in statistical literacy upon enrollment or complete coursework in inferential and descriptive statistical analysis.

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Thomas Edison University offers an accelerated online MBA that students can complete in just 15 months. The rigorous curriculum delivers eight-week classes in six terms each year, with some courses requiring live participation at select times. Coursework in marketing, ethics, and strategic management complement in-depth studies in finance that prepare learners for banking and financial services professions. These specialty courses cover topics like financial modeling and global finance. In total, learners must earn 39 credits to graduate. The university considers a 3.0 undergraduate GPA an indicator of likely success in the program and also requires at least two years of either managerial or professional experience for admission.

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Tiffin University’s MBA with a concentration in finance builds students’ knowledge of domestic and international economics, investment analysis, and market dynamics while concurrently helping them develop best practices in ethics. The program emphasizes technical and critical thinking skills while ensuring students develop the communication abilities today’s workplace demands. Flexible scheduling allows students to attend classes when most convenient while still permitting access to experienced faculty whose instruction aligns with the relevant competencies employers demand. Admission requires a short essay that describes applicants’ goals for personal development and how an MBA can help them fulfill their professional aspirations.

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Students can easily enroll in the web-based MBA at Touro University Worldwide thanks to six start dates throughout the year, low tuition, and no requirement to submit a GMAT score. This flexible online MBA in finance program consists of nine core courses, a capstone class, and three concentration classes for a total of 36 credits. The finance concentration dives into topics such as investment evaluations, organizational funding, and capital markets. Upon program completion, graduates can pursue careers in private and public finance, or they might choose to enter financial consulting. Students who transfer to Touro from another graduate program should have earned at least a 2.75 GPA in those studies.

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham offers an MBA that ranks among the country’s leading accredited online MBA finance programs. Students graduate possessing economic and financial knowledge and can demonstrate the behavioral management skills and emotional intelligence that employers seek. The program builds fundamentals skills in organizational management and supply chain management, while concurrently allowing learners to establish a professional network with peers, faculty, and alumni. Those students who enroll full time can finish their studies in two years.

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The Eller online MBA at the University of Arizona delivers a curriculum with six start dates throughout the year. Experienced faculty deliver instruction that learners can access 24/7, regardless of location. Students can complete their degree in as few as 14 months, but have up to four years. In total, the degree requires 45 credits, including 17 elective classes, and the requirements of the finance concentration can be fulfilled through specific elective courses. The carousel format of classes means they repeat every 14 months, with two sessions each semester. In general, each session offers two core courses and at least two elective choices.

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The University of Colorado - Colorado Springs offers a flexible, high-quality online MBA with a finance emphasis. Launched in 1996, it is one of the first 100% online programs that the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business accredited. In addition to foundation courses in accounting and economics, core classes examine information systems, marketing strategy, and strategic management. Specific studies in finance explore investment management and financial policy problems and policies. Graduation requires 36-45 credits depending on prior academic work. Students may be able to waive some classes depending on prior coursework.

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The University of Colorado Denver offers an online MBA that can be completed in as little as 16 months, but students can take up to five years. Students can also apply whenever they like thanks to the university’s rolling admissions. Small class sizes typically mean no more than 12 students per course, and core credits include studies in leadership, law and ethics, and information systems. The finance specialization addresses financial forecasting, risk management, futures and options, and firm valuation. Degree completion requires 48 credits, including a three-credit international business class either in Denver or through a study abroad experience.

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The University of Dallas permits working professionals to complete their MBA completely online or through a combination of online and on-campus classes. The finance concentration requires two to three years for those who enroll in two classes per semester; it requires four classes, or 12 credits, in addition to the 30 credits for the general MBA. This concentration helps students understand, identify, and measure risk while developing techniques to mitigate it. In addition, they build the competencies necessary to assess an organization’s financial strategy. Alumni have successfully entered jobs as chief executive officers, investment fund managers, and IT directors.

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The University of Delaware permits students the opportunity to earn an online MBA that is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and delivered through its Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics. The accelerated program offers fully online instruction and allows students to graduate in as few as 16 months. Those who opt to focus on finance develop skills in sourcing revenues, assessing organizational value by optimizing current funds, and financial analysis and reporting. Some might also decide to select multiple concentrations to deepen their knowledge and increase their competitiveness in the job market. The university offers various scholarships and discounts to eligible students including a discount for employees of its corporate partners and 15% off for active military and veterans.

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The online MBA at University of Denver equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the competitive workforce by offering instruction in business fundamentals and providing hands-on learning experiences. The program requires 68 credits for those who opt to concentrate in finance. Required classes include topics in managerial finance, business statistics, and organizational leadership. Finance concentration classes build students' investment knowledge and understanding of valuation so they learn about the alignment between corporations and capital markets. Graduating also requires two in-person immersion experiences, during which students collaborate with one another, hear from business leaders, and participate in workshops. The location of these experiences differ, but can include sites like New York City and Cape Town, South Africa.

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The Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida allows learners to balance school, work, and personal demands through an online MBA they can earn regardless of their location. Admission requires at least two years of full-time work experience. The program takes 24 months to complete through five-week courses that the same expert on-campus faculty instruct. Students who want to earn an online MBA in corporate finance can select the finance concentration, which prepares them for careers in industries like asset management and investment banking. Electives that address topics like venture finance, mergers and acquisitions, and derivative securities allow them to tailor their studies to chart their professional future.

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The Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford delivers a highly convenient online MBA program for students who need to study at their own pace. While the online option permits the kind of flexibility many need, students can also choose to attend on-campus courses when they want to interact with faculty and classmates. The curriculum covers topics such as marketing management and organizational leadership. The finance emphasis particularly appeals to those who want to understand how companies make critical financial decisions and the outcomes these choices generate. Concentration classes include investment analysis and international finance.

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The MBA with a concentration in finance at the University of Houston -- Clear Lake focuses on international finance, portfolio management, and commercial banking. The program allows students to complete the degree either fully online or through a combination of online and on-campus classes. Its eight-week course design means full-time learners can earn their degree in 14 months; part-time learners can do so in 28 months. In total, degree completion requires 36 credits. The degree plan includes studies in treasury management practices, personal wealth management, and options and futures. Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of their undergraduate coursework or another professional degree do not need to submit a GMAT score.

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Earning the Global MBA at the University of Houston -- Victoria prepares students for careers in multinational firms that require the cultural competence and worldview that the 21st century demands. The curriculum helps learners develop these capabilities through a curriculum that includes studies in international business strategy, international supply chain management, and international marketing. In addition, students can concentrate in finance through coursework in investments, derivatives, financial modeling, and risk management. While graduating requires completing 39 credits, those who already possess sufficient experience in statistics and research methods can waive this coursework; this means they only need 36 credits to graduate.

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The University of Kansas offers an online MBA that attracts students who want to develop the leadership skills to assume key roles within highly respected organizations. The 14-course program consists of 42 credits with eight-week classes that allow students to finish in just 27 months. The program also enables students to concentrate in finance regardless of their previous experience in this area; classes in investments and financial markets prepare them for careers as project managers, consultants, and analysts.

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The University of Louisiana Lafayette offers an online MBA with a concentration in finance that allows students to strengthen their understanding of portfolio management, financial analysis, and financial policy and management. The 15-month online MBA finance program for full-time enrollees combines math and management concepts, so graduates go on to assume leadership positions within their organization. Students learn to assess economic complexities and develop skills in analyzing stocks, bonds, and options. Students can enroll and begin classes in the fall, winter, spring, or summer.

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Graduates of the online MBA program at the University of Maryland possess practical skills and ethical decision-making capabilities thanks to highly focused, experiential learning that includes a capstone residency for an integrative business simulation and internship assistance. Two residencies along with courses like strategic management, predictive analysis, and global trade logistics comprise the 54-credit program. The finance specialization provides an in-depth analysis of financial restructuring and corporate finance. Online students can access the same services as their on-campus peers including career coaching and support with resume and cover letter writing.

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The Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst offers a fully online MBA that students can preview by enrolling in up to two courses to earn six credits before actually applying for admission. The specialized MBA in finance prepares learners for careers in venture capital, consulting, and investment banking through nine credits in classes that examine topics like project management and private wealth management. The university accepts applications in the fall, spring, and summer, with start dates each of those terms, as well as in the winter. Partnerships with companies offer internship opportunities and job placement advantages.

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Students seeking to develop their communications, teamwork, and leadership skills through their MBA in finance online program look to the College of Management at the University of Massachusetts Boston. The 12-course, 36-credit degree includes studies in economics, information systems, and strategic management. As a result, students strengthen their critical thinking capabilities while building the necessary competence to integrate global awareness into their practice. Furthermore, they can specialize in finance through electives in the discipline. These explore health system financial management, mergers and acquisitions, and international economics. Students can specialize in more than one area by designing their own curriculum that aligns with their professional and academic interests.

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Students enrolled in online and continuing education programs at the University of Massachusetts Lowell can customize their online MBA as they develop the skills that employers demand. The curriculum marries the theoretical with the real world through a combination of textbook studies, hands-on projects, and case studies. Students can customize their degree plan through a concentration in finance that explores topics such as securities, monetary policy, and portfolio management. The same faculty who teach on campus in the Manning School of Business lead online instruction. Graduation requires 42 credits, but those who previously fulfilled the foundation course requirements must earn 30 credits.

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The online MBA with a corporate finance focus that the University of Miami offers engages students in robust, yet highly convenient studies. It targets those interested in corporate finance and desiring careers like treasury manager and chief controller. Students enroll in one course at a time, and the 15 required classes are delivered over seven weeks. Throughout their studies, students have access to all of the university’s on-campus courses through a web-based format. Moreover, they can rest assured that the same high-caliber faculty who teach on-campus students also instruct online courses. The program requires 24-28 months to complete the necessary 47 credits, and all students pay the same tuition regardless of where they live.

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The University of Michigan -- Dearborn offers an online MBA that incorporates applied integrated management into the curriculum. Designed to equip students to solve the most pressing business and industry problems, the program requires 36-48 credits and accepts applicants regardless of their undergraduate degree and work experience. Students who concentrate in finance must complete coursework in financial intermediation, the global economy, and derivatives and risk management. Alternatively, they can choose to pursue an MBA/MS in finance dual degree. This requires completing both degrees simultaneously with fewer credits needed for each. The MS provides additional expertise with a concentration in either investment or corporate finance.

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Students enrolled in the online MBA program at the University of Michigan – Flint sharpen their general management and problem-solving capabilities, allowing them to successfully lead teams and make critical decisions. In addition, the university prepares them for the 21st century world of business and the diverse demographics of colleagues with whom they will work. Classes explore topics such as organizational behavior, quantitative analysis, and negotiation strategies. Concentrating in finance equips students to acquire professional certifications like federal financial manager (CFP) and chartered financial analyst. Students who wish to combine online and on-campus studies can do so through the school’s Net+ courses.

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The Flex MBA at the University of Missouri -- St. Louis allows students to either build a broad range of business knowledge or focus within a specific area of emphasis. The online format accommodates working professionals so they can complete the required 30 credits at their own pace. Foundation courses in accounting, marketing, and operations management provide the fundamental knowledge necessary for workplace success. Those who concentrate in finance complete an addition 12 credits beyond the required foundation courses in finance. MBA prerequisites include an understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative skills. The school may waive classes for those who studied these subjects during their undergraduate degree.

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The University of Nebraska -- Lincoln offers two options for those who want to earn an MBA in finance online: a fully online program and a hybrid program that combines online and on-campus studies. Both permit access to the university’s world-class faculty and rigorous curriculum. In total, the degree requires 48 credits, and courses are delivered in an eight-week format. Students will build a strong foundation in financial accounting, business strategy, and managerial marketing. The finance specialization adds classwork in portfolio management and multinational financial analysis.

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Earning an online MBA at the University of New Hampshire helps students achieve their professional goals thanks to an intensive curriculum that expert faculty instruct. Offered through the university’s Paul College of Business and Economics, it attracts students with diverse academic and professional backgrounds who seek to either advance or transition their career. Students can shift between online and part-time studies if they wish, and part-time classes are taught on weekday evenings. The finance specialization builds skills in critical decision-making through courses in strategic thinking and quantitative analysis. Students may need to enroll in summer classes to complete coursework for this concentration.

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The University of North Alabama’s nationally ranked online MBA offers courses that engage students in projects and case studies, encouraging them to collaborate for problem-solving activities that mirror real-world scenarios. Both an MBA and an executive MBA are available, and students can choose a concentration in finance that prepares them for a career in corporate finance, banking, or investment analysis. An additional certificate in project management is available in coordination with the MBA. Applicants with diverse undergraduate backgrounds who earned at least a 2.5 cumulative undergraduate GPA and possess either professional experience or submit a GMAT score are encouraged to apply.

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The Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina boasts a reputation for offering one of the best online MBA finance programs in the U.S. The web-based curriculum connects students to some of the country’s leading faculty and expert practitioners who integrate their real-world experiences into their instruction. Students can graduate in as a few as 18 months after earning 66 credits in classes that build their understanding of leadership, marketing, and business strategy. The finance concentration develops skills in mergers and acquisitions, taxes, and financial statement analysis.

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The University of Redlands allows students to earn their online MBA in two years or less, depending on their academic and professional experience. Eight-week classes build students’ skills in ethical decision-making, communication, and leadership as they learn to analyze business challenges from multiple perspectives. Those who concentrate in finance also study financial markets and intermediaries, global financial markets, and the connection between diversification and risk. Students progress through the program at their own pace, building a network with peers and faculty. A culminating capstone course may include a simulation in solving a real-world business problem that requires thoughtful application of lessons learned.

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The University of Saint Mary offers an online MBA that can be completed in as few as 12 months. This program equips learners with managerial and risk mitigation skills and requires one year of study if learners enroll in two courses during each eight-week term. The curriculum incorporates the university’s Catholic traditions by emphasizing corporate responsibility and ethical decision-making. The required 36 credits students must earn can include a concentration in finance that provides a thorough examination of capital issues, mergers and acquisitions, and relevant advanced topics. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business accredits the MBA.

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The University of South Florida St. Petersburg boasts accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business in business and accounting. Earning an online MBA from the university allows students to tailor their course load and shift between full-time and part-time enrollment as their schedule permits. Full-time students complete at least nine credits each term, and part-time students complete between three and eight. In some instances, students can accelerate their studies by attending courses on-campus as well as online. A plethora of concentrations are available including finance and business analytics.

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University of St. Francis offers an online MBA designed to prepare students for success in today’s technologically driven marketplace. Students can complete their studies in 12-18 months, and the program emphasizes analytical thinking, leadership skill development, and critical decision-making to ensure students can meet competitive business challenges. The finance concentration includes studies in entrepreneurship and derivatives valuation and prepares students for careers including bank examiners, purchasing agents, and account analysts.

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University of the Southwest integrates a real-world perspective into their online MBA in finance. The program requires 36 credits and prepares students for their securities licenses and CFP certification. Courses examine how to practically apply financial concepts in the workplace; core required courses include controllership, strategic resource allocation and planning, information technology for managers, and financial management. Tuition includes all textbooks and accompanying materials, and every student receives a laptop. Moreover, the university allows learners to enroll in their first class for free to help them save on the expense of higher education.

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The online MBA from the University of West Alabama attracts those who desire to advance professionally and deepen their business theory knowledge. The one-year program requires 33 credits, and classes are delivered in an eight-week format. The nine-hour finance emphasis includes classes in capital markets, organizational decision, and economic analysis. This specialty prepares learners for careers in financial management and business intelligence. The university accepts up to nine hours of transferable graduate credit for most programs, and every applicant also receives support from a dedicated enrollment counselor.

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An online MBA from the University of Wisconsin -- Whitewater’s College of Business offers high-quality teaching by some of the leading experts in the field. Thanks to project-based assignments, graduates possess the abilities to think globally, make ethically sound decisions, and spearhead innovative initiatives. Students can specialize their degree in finance and may begin their program by enrolling in advanced classes if they earned an undergraduate degree in business. A student's undergraduate GPA and GMAT test score play a critical role in determining admission, and all students pay the same tuition regardless of where they live.

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Upper Iowa University’s online MBA consists of 36 credits and requires students earn at least a 3.0 GPA to graduate. Coursework provides skills in risk analysis, leadership, and ethical management necessary to assume key positions within organizations. All students must complete the program’s core curriculum, which delivers instruction in economics and innovation through sustainability. Various areas of emphasis are available including accounting, human resources management, and corporate financial management. The school offers six start dates, asynchronous classes, and options for accelerated studies.

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The online MBA at Utica College emphasizes an application-based approach that includes coursework integrating business scenarios and case studies to ensure students understand the complex issues organizations face and develop the skills needed to address them. Online students can attend classes synchronously or asynchronously as well as attend on-campus. Students who specialize in finance/accounting examine how economics influence profit and growth while also studying contemporary issues in cost management. These graduates often go on to pursue careers as portfolio managers and personal financial advisors.

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The School of Business at Villanova University offers an online MBA with the flexibility working professionals require. The program examines the integration of theory and practice and encourages students to apply their education to their careers and pursue new opportunities. The faculty boast national recognition as thought leaders and scholars and are especially qualified to lead instruction in strategic marketing, global accounting, and performance measurement. Students can choose to specialize in finance during the 48-credit program. In addition, the capstone course affords the opportunity for a week-long international immersion experience to an emerging economy to examine its business culture.

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Virginia International University’s online MBA consists of 12 courses, or 36 credit hours. Core courses examine business statistics, strategic management, organizational behavior, and managerial communication. Five concentrations are available, including accounting, marketing management, and international finance. The concentration in international finance will strengthen students' financial analysis skills and elucidate how data influences business decisions and how financial markets operate. Students will also complete an advanced business project that provides an opportunity for knowledge gained in the program to be applied to business issues in Northern Virginia or Washington, D.C. Applicants should have at least a 2.5 GPA in undergraduate studies and submit a statement of purpose that discusses their educational and professional goals.

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Washington State University’s online MBA emphasizes an international perspective that prepares students for the contemporary world of business. The program promotes cross-cultural fluency while delivering instruction that builds management skills that employers desire. The program consists of 36 credit hours and offers the opportunity to concentrate in finance. This concentration examines domestic and global financial markets through classes in investment analysis, financial futures, and interest rate theory. Graduates often pursue careers as chief financial officers and finance directors. Students can complete their degree fully online in as few as 22-29 months.

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Accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the online MBA at Waynesburg University ensures students graduate with the ethical and moral competencies to lead organizations. The flexibility of the program accommodates working students and allows them to earn their degree in as few as 12 months. The finance concentration instructs students in the role of financial controllers and how alternative accounting procedures influence financial reporting. In addition, students acquire risk analysis skills that allow them to design financial portfolios that yield the greatest return. Students also deepen their knowledge in multinational financial management, investment banking, and financial markets.

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Webster University offers an MBA program that boasts one of the nation's highest enrollment rates and endorsement from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. This program attracts students from an array of academic disciplines and professional backgrounds and engages them in discussions surrounding contemporary business practices. Small class sizes permit greater interaction with faculty and classmates, and the capstone course allows students to combine the tools, theories, and skills they acquire in an experience that highlights competition and the need for strategic thinking. Students can also choose an MBA/MS finance dual degree online; the curriculum includes classes in finance, economics, investments, capital budgeting, and mergers and acquisitions.

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