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Graduate – Master of Business Administration (Evening MBA)

If you are looking to enhance your business acumen, at an affordable price, within your busy schedule, KSU’s highly ranked, internationally accredited evening MBA degree is right for you. This part-time, accelerated program totals 12 classes (36 credit hours), and you can complete your degree in as little as 19 months - or as long as six years. No GMAT required in most cases.

The KSU MBA is ranked among the best programs in the nation on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best MBA Programs.

Evening MBA Degree Concentrations
Beginning Fall 2024, you can earn your AACSB-accredited Master of Business Administration (Evening MBA) with a concentration in:

• MBA-Accounting 

  The Accounting concentration is your path to success if you are wanting to pursue your CPA, but a traditional, full-time Master of Accountancy program is not an option. Students pursuing the Accounting concentration will complete five MBA core courses students, one Business Law course, and six Accounting courses. Accounting courses will cover topics such as business reporting, accounting information systems, taxation and auditing to help prepare for the CPA Exam. To be eligible for this concentration, you must possess a Bachelors degree in Accounting. 

• MBA-Digital Marketing
  Unlock your future in marketing with our cutting-edge MBA concentration on Digital Marketing at Kennesaw State University, Coles College of Business. Dive into courses like Digital Consumer Behavior, and Marketing Analytics to master the skills needed in this transformative age. This journey integrates information systems, strategic management, and an immersive capstone experience, preparing you for leadership in the fast-paced world of digital marketing.
• MBA-Finance 
  The concentration in Finance is built for students who want a strong foundation in business fundamentals, plus broad knowledge in financial management to succeed in financial markets around the world. Students pursuing the Finance concentration will complete eight MBA core classes, three Finance courses, and one elective related to international or global business study. Finance courses will cover topics such as investments, real property, financial markets and multinational financial management.
• MBA-FinTech  

  Enhance your career prospects at the nexus of emerging technologies, financial management and corporate leadership with a concentration in Digital Financial Technologies (FinTech). Students pursing the FinTech concentration will complete eight in-person evening MBA core courses and four online FinTech courses. FinTech courses will cover topics such as payment processing, security and assurance, emerging payment technologies and an in-person experiential learning in payment systems. 

• MBA-General Management  

  The General Management concentration is the most flexible and versatile MBA concentration. Students pursuing the General Management concentration will complete eight MBA core courses, three graduate business electives from the discipline of their choosing, and one elective related to international or global business study.

• MBA-Information Security and Assurance

  Elevate your career to new heights with our groundbreaking MBA concentration in Information Security & Assurance at Coles College of Business. Students will delve into dynamic courses like mastering Information Security Technologies, and conquering challenges in Governance, Risk Management and Compliance. From strategic planning to disaster recovery, our curriculum ensures you're not just prepared but ahead of the curve. MBA candidates with an Information Security & Assurance Concentration have the opportunity to become leaders at the intersection of business and information security.

• MBA-Organizational Entrepreneurship & Innovation

  Are you ready to be a disruptor? Want to guide the future and be able to create new value anywhere? If so, fuel your journey with an MBA concentration in Organizational Entrepreneurship & Innovation at KSU. Here, you will dive into the heart of business creativity with courses like Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Creativity and master the art of launching and growing ventures from inside and outside of existing businesses. From innovating new products to creating new markets to navigating strategic management in our Capstone experience, this program is designed to empower innovative entrepreneurs like you. Enroll now to revolutionize the world, unlock new opportunities, and chart a course towards success in the exciting world of entrepreneurship and innovation.

You’re Driven, So Are We 
At Coles College we’ll help you reach for more. You’ll gain a deeper knowledge of every business function, so you’ll be ready to take on high-level projects and business initiatives with confidence. You’ll learn from MBA faculty who are leaders in their fields. You’ll have access to research and ideas that are immediately applicable in your career. 

Convenient and Flexible 
Our face-to-face MBA classes are taught at convenient times and locations to fit your busy schedule. You’ll take Fall, Spring and Summer courses with each class meeting one evening a week, Monday to Thursday, starting at 6 p.m. Your site offerings include the KSU Center on KSU’s Kennesaw campus, the INPO Building at the Cobb Galleria, and the City Springs Complex in downtown Sandy Springs. 

MBA Dual Degree Programs

• Dual MBA-MS in Information System (MSIS) - Blends valuable business skills with the MSIS program to provide you with best practices and strategic skills to be effective in today's advanced technological environment.
• Dual MBA-Master of Public Administration (MPA) - This dual degree with MPA is designed for people who plan to pursue careers in public, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, or private companies.
• Dual MBA-MS in Conflict Management (MSCM) - Combine business acumen with MSCM coursework to prepare for a variety of specialized skills in global project management, negotiations and contracting, and human resources.
• Dual MBA-Master of Social Work (MSW) - Add graduate-level, social work training to your skill-set to help create sustainable business practices that focus on the well-being of people and planet, while also making a profit.

MBA Salary and Career Information

If you aspire to lead in business, the MBA from an AACSB-accredited program is fundamental and a prerequisite at most companies. Post degree salary potential is an important consideration when choosing where you will attend graduate business school. The savvy business student also considers the return on investment (Expected Salary/Total Program Cost) and the payback period (how long it takes to recover the out of pocket program cost) of their chosen business program. 

LinkedIn and GlassDoor can serve as great resources to estimate salary potential for the job you are targeting in the geographic area you have chosen to live in.  Setting program cost against the estimated salary can help students make prudent financial choices in the selection of the best business programs that help students achieve the career outcomes.

MBA Benefits at Kennesaw State

• Designed for Full-time Working Professionals - You can stay employed while earning this 36-hour degree. 
• Adaptable Program Length - Take as little (19 months) or as long (six years) as you need to finish.
• Recognized by Employers – KSU’s AACSB-accredited MBA is ranked among the best programs in the nation on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Programs. The Coles College of Business is highly-respected by employers throughout the Southeastern U.S. 
• Competitively-priced with an Impressive ROI – KSU’s MBA is competitively-priced among our comparative peers in the metro-Atlanta area.
• No GMAT Required in Most Cases – Qualified MBA applicants can receive a GMAT waiver. Ask for details.

MBA Degree Information

Learn more about the Master of Business Administration degree program at the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University by clicking any one of the informational links listed below:

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