Join the MSU Professional Online MBA and become part of a top-ranked, globally recognized institution. Our program is specifically designed for ambitious working professionals, allowing you to advance your career and earn your MBA without putting your life on hold. A 100% asynchronous delivery, with sync-support as needed allows for flexibility while you complete your degree. Designed to be completed in 19 months, for Spring and Fall program starts, you can advance your career while working. You will receive the authentic Michigan State University experience, as our program is taught exclusively in-house by the same distinguished Broad College faculty members who teach on campus, ensuring uncompromised quality.
Investing in our 42-credit hour program delivers a clear return. Within three years, graduates see their salaries jump by an average of 58%, and an impressive 52% of students secure a promotion or a new job before they even finish the program.
Today’s high performers are tomorrow’s leaders.
Students in the Professional Online MBA program often experience meaningful development in areas such as leadership, strategic thinking, decision making, and collaboration. The curriculum is designed to support professionals in building a broad understanding of core business functions and applying those insights in real world settings.
Courses emphasize practical learning, with faculty drawing from current business practices and challenges. This approach helps students strengthen their ability to lead, communicate effectively, and make informed decisions in dynamic environments.
The program is structured to foster continuous growth from the first course through graduation, equipping professionals with the tools and confidence to take on expanded roles and responsibilities.
Advance your career with purpose and direction.
Our working professional MBA graduates see an average salary increase of 58% within three years, with 52% receiving a promotion or new job while in the program.
This success is backed by the expert support of the top- rated Russell Palmer Career Management Center, who are integrated into your MBA experience starting with orientation, providing support from day one. You’ll have 24/7 access to a wealth of on-demand tools, complemented by flexible virtual sessions, both live and recorded, led by our Palmer Center team. Stay ahead with the graduate program newsletter, featuring timely information on upcoming opportunities and essential career guidance.
Access powerful, on-demand tools designed to enhance your professional profile and readiness:
| In-state tuition | Out-of-state tuition |
| $1,500 | $1,500 |
The total tuition for the Online MBA program is $63,000, based on a rate of $1,500 per credit hour. This tuition rate is the same for all students, regardless of residency status, with no distinction between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Tuition covers instructional costs only and does not include books, course materials, or other associated fees.
The university reserves the right to make changes in the types, structures, rates for fees, and tuition. Every effort will be made to give as much advance notice as possible. In addition to tuition and fees, there are other expenses associated with your Cost of Attendance. A breakdown of a graduate student budget can be found on the "Estimate Your Cost of Attendance" page.
MSU actively collaborates with campus and external partners to innovate across all dimensions of graduate education. We create and support networks that increase collaboration and improve educational opportunities for our online students.
As one of the top research universities in the world, Michigan State University has advanced the common good with uncommon will since 1855.
MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community.
MSU has been offering online degree programs since 1998. Our maturity is evident in the high quality of the learning experience enjoyed by our online students.
MSU provides programs and initiatives that support and enhance diversity. We will expand our campus and external partnerships to put in place inclusive recruitment and retention practices. We nurture and promote individuals’ varied experiences and perspectives, ensuring structures and processes make possible full participation by all members of our community.
MSU actively collaborates with campus and external partners to innovate across all dimensions of graduate education. We create and support networks that increase collaboration and improve educational opportunities for our online students.
MSU’s nationally recognized online programs foster student growth and well-being throughout their academic career. We will expand inclusive mentoring practices and accelerate improvement across units to implement evidence-based practices to ensure our students complete successfully.
Continuing education can be one of the most exciting, challenging, and rewarding experiences you undertake in your life. We hope you consider becoming a Spartan, to learn online and reach your career goals. With highly ranked online programs and exceptional professors, we educate students who advance the common good with uncommon will.
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