Master of Business Administration
Advance your career so you can lead anywhere
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Why a Master of Business Administration?
The online MBA program is designed to provide the flexibility that professionals need to balance family, work, and school. An MBA from Keystone helps students develop the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct successful business in both a domestic and international context.
More importantly, every online student is truly part of our Keystone family which means you’ll receive the same level of personalized support online as you would if you were on campus.
Most courses are 7.5 weeks in length and the program can be completed in 1 year if attending full-time or 2 years if attending part-time.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Learn
Learn from full-time faculty with academic and real world experience—real people who truly care about your success, and who will monitor your progress closely.
Develop
Develop a mastery of business fundamentals while acquiring the knowledge and skills to conduct successful business in both a domestic and international context.
Connect
Develop lasting networks with your peers. These connections can lead to a promotion at your current job or even new opportunities in your career.
Why Keystone?
The Keystone College Difference
You can be confident that Keystone’s Online Degree Programs adhere to the same high standards of quality as our traditional, on-campus programs. Keystone is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. It’s ranked among the best regional colleges in the U.S., and as one of the best schools for military veterans. It’s also the oldest educational institution in Northeast Pennsylvania.
Potential Career Outcomes
Salaries for MBA graduates vary depending on area of interest. On average, an MBA degree can deliver a 6-figure income over a period of 20 years.
Your degree will help prepare you for opportunities in these fields of employment:
- Advertising
- Business
- Finance
- Healthcare
- Human Resources Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Technology
“Keystone’s online courses are extremely convenient! I enjoyed the fast pace and discussion boards with my fellow students. I love Keystone because the small class sizes allowed for more one-on-one time with my instructors, and some of them are the best instructors a college could employ. Getting a degree in business has really helped me with my career goals.”
Tara Westbrook | Keystone Student
- BUSN 5100 Graduate Writing and Research (3)
- BUSN 5150 International Accounting (3)
- BUSN 5200 Conflict Management Skills (3)
- BUSN 5250 Global Work Teams (3)
- BUSN 5300 Operations Management (3)
- BUSN 5350 Organizational Development (3)
- BUSN 5400 Strategic Marketing (3)
- BUSN 6910 Strategic Analysis (3)
- BUSN 6100 Ethical Leadership (3)
- BUSN 6150 Financial Management in Public and Nonprofit Organizations (3)
- BUSN 6200 Corporate Law and Regulations (3)
- BUSN 6250 Managerial Economics (3)
36 total credits
Entrance requirements for the online MBA program at Keystone College include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.* An undergraduate degree in business or business-related program is preferred but not required for admission. Individuals who have not attained a business or business-related degree must successfully complete one economics, one accounting, and one finance course as part of the MBA program and achieve a GPA of 3.0 or better in that coursework.
The Office of Admissions reviews applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. However, we recommend that you apply as soon as possible to get started on your bright new future right away! Courses begin at several convenient times year-round.
*Students with a 2.50-2.99 will be considered for provisional admission. If accepted provisionally, students must earn a “B” or better in each of his/her first two courses to be fully accepted and remain in the program. Any additional requirements for full acceptance will be communicated to the student in writing and must be met by the date provided. Contact online admissions for questions regarding provisional admission and the next start date.
Tuition is an affordable $600 per credit hour. Alumni of Keystone College who are enrolled in a Master’s degree program at Keystone College are eligible to receive a 10% discount. To receive federal financial assistance for our graduate programs, you must file a FAFSA and meet eligibility requirements. Find out more here. Our FAFSA school code is 003280.
Benefits of Keystone College
Generous Credit Transfer
If you’ve already earned applicable graduate level credits from a regionally accredited institution with a B or better, they may be accepted for transfer to Keystone. Students can transfer in up to 9 of the 36 credits required for graduation.
Convenience
Classes are offered 100% online. There are no required class or login times, and faculty and tech support are there to help you at expanded hours.
Affordability
At $600 per credit hour, you can earn an MBA for less than the cost of other programs at traditional brick-and-mortar institutions.