Boise State University’s Online Master of Business Administration is one of the top MBA programs globally thanks to the College of Business and Economics’ Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation.
Only 6% of business institutions in 56 territories and countries have earned AACSB accreditation, which assures you that the program meets rigorous criteria and standards for excellence in education with engagement, innovation and impact.
The program is taught by the same high-quality faculty as the on-campus MBA program. That faculty includes recognized experts in their field who care about you and your education.
Boise State also partners with businesses to help inform the curriculum with relevant knowledge and practical skills employers seek.
Built for working professionals
Boise State’s Online MBA is designed for professionals with at least two years of management experience who want to advance their careers without stepping away from work.
The program focuses on leadership, strategy and management — equipping you to make informed, people-centered decisions in complex business environments.
You won’t just study theory. You’ll apply concepts to real-world challenges, often drawing directly from your own workplace experience.
Customizable degree options
Another reason Boise State is among the gold standard of AACSB online MBA programs is its emphasis area options which allow you to tailor your degree to your career goals. Those areas are:
- Business Analytics: Learn and develop analytical skills and gain the confidence needed to present essential data to your organizational leadership.
- Construction Management: Enhance your expertise by developing successful strategies for construction project management while adding valuable leadership skills.
- Cyber Operations: Increase your cyber problem-solving ability with the solutions needed to become a leader in information technology.
- Finance: Add to your knowledge of markets, analytics, modeling, investments and current financial issues while gaining hands-on experience with applicable analytical tools.
- Healthcare Leadership: Gain management and decision-making skills to create patient-focused solutions and learn to apply financial tools and processes.
- Management: Develop valuable managerial and communications skills required for in-demand leadership roles, while effectively managing projects, from planning to execution.
- Marketing Leadership: Learn to integrate data analysis, marketing, product development and strategy and master digital marketing tools, and how to effectively apply them.
Boise State is one of very few MBA programs to offer Design Thinking, a discipline that helps you understand and utilize creativity, innovation and customer understanding to lead successful businesses.
Long-term value
Value comes with the integration of both knowledge and practice. The Online MBA curriculum emphasizes practical application to prepare you for real-world leadership.
By focusing on the people elements of business rather than profits, graduates of the program create value for more than just themselves — they create value for an organization, customers, employees and the community.
You will learn to approach business decisions with understanding and empathy for customer needs and a goal to make business better for people.
With the AACSB online MBA accreditation, your degree equips you with versatile skills, opening doors to a wide range of leadership roles across industries.
Boise State’s online program prepares you to manage teams, make strategic decisions and lead organizations toward success in roles like investment manager, senior project manager and compliance director.
National recognition
In addition to AACSB accreditation, Boise State’s Online MBA ranks among the top programs nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report:
- No. 59 Best Online MBA Programs (top 15%)
- No. 42 Best Online MBA Program for Veterans
Rankings reflect factors such as faculty credentials, student engagement, services and technology support.
Learn more about the Online MBA
Earning an Online Master of Business Administration from Boise State University can open doors to new opportunities and a brighter future — and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re exploring if an online degree is right for you or need help transferring credits, connecting with a student success coach is the perfect first step.
Ready to learn more? Attend one of our online information sessions or contact a student success coach today.