Master of Business Administration

To apply for Harding’s online MBA program, applicants must have:

• A baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by an agency nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
• Official copies of transcripts from the college or university that granted the bachelor’s degree
• A GPA of no less than 3.0
• A current resume

Students with an GPA of less than 3.0 will be considered for provisional admission on a case by case basis, with the condition that the student maintains a GPA of no less than 3.0 on the first nine hours of graduate work completed. Having this condition helps both the student and university determine the best next steps for the student. Upon satisfying this condition, the student will be granted full matriculation.

• $665 per credit hour tuition rate
• 30 hour program

*Does not include technology, graduation or other associated fees.

Harding strives to provide a quality education at an affordable rate. The benefits of earning a Master of Business Administration at Harding outweigh the MBA costs associated with it. At Harding University, you can be assured that your MBA tuition is an investment in your future success as a business professional.

Learn more about our Financial Assistance and ways to reduce MBA costs as a Harding graduate student. In order to receive student loans each semester, graduate students must be enrolled in 4 credit hours.

Learn more about the Federal Financial Aid Cost of Attendance and find a comprehensive listing of expenses that may be associated with enrollment.

Whether you are looking for a career pivot, job promotion, increased salary, or a competitive advantage in the job market, an MBA from Harding University can help you achieve those goals. An MBA will provide the opportunity to develop skills in strategic thinking, communication, versatility, leadership, and analysis as you take a deep dive into different industries and sectors through case studies. You will gain exposure to peers, faculty, and a network of alumni from many different professional backgrounds. You will gain the opportunity to improve your skills in business influence, communication and collaboration, as well as leadership skills, all within the framework of ethics. MBA graduates can also expect a strong return on your investment. The 2023 Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) Corporate Recruiters Survey—the most commonly cited source on MBA trends—reported that the median annual salary of MBA holders is now 50% more than those with a bachelor’s degree.

In addition to accelerating your current career path, graduates can transition to jobs such as:

• Business operations manager
• Management analyst
• Market research analyst
• HR manager
• Account manager
• Marketing manager
• Financial analyst
• Data analyst
• Entrepreneurship
• Chief financial officer
• Chief executive officer