Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree
Build Your Future With an MBA Degree
A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a graduate level degree designed for students seeking advanced knowledge of business and leadership. As part of GCU’s graduate business program, students can cultivate skills in core areas such as accounting, quantitative research methods, economics and strategic management. Our MBA offers a variety of emphases to help students tailor their education to specific career goals and industries, including finance, healthcare, marketing or cybersecurity.
This MBA degree can prepare students for diverse MBA career paths, including roles in corporate, nonprofit and global business settings. The curriculum includes business case studies, group projects and class discussions that provide practical application of classroom learning.
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
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Admission Requirements (Master's)
- Undergraduate Degree*
- 2.8+ GPA
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
- GMAT: 500
- GRE: 300 combined**
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
Gain Transferable Skills That Drive Growth
This master’s in business administration is designed with a broad range of business fields in mind. As an MBA candidate, you will be taught transferable skills that can apply to any industry. Future business leaders and executives will focus on leadership development, operations management and organizational growth. In addition, students can build expertise in strategic thinking, financial analysis, marketing principles and effective communication.
GCU filters these content areas through the lens of ethical decision-making and critical thinking with a Christian worldview, helping prepare graduates to lead with integrity and purpose.
There are many reasons to pursue this MBA degree online with Grand Canyon University:
Earn Your MBA Online in as Little as 18 Months(See disclaimer 1)
If you choose an MBA program without an emphasis.
Convenience
All MBA courses are offered 100% online.
Multiple Emphasis Options
Choose from a variety of emphases to further focus your studies.
No GMAT Required
Apply for the MBA program, with no GMAT required.
Explore Business Sectors in the Online MBA Program
While in your MBA online program, you can gain insight and knowledge about key areas of business while developing practical skills for leadership and management. The coursework includes individual and group projects, case studies, theories and applications.
Complete your MBA degree courses online and take part in small group discussions in a diverse, online classroom.
Coursework covers a wide range of topics, including:
Leadership and communication in organizations
Accounting practices and management
Finance principles
Applied probability and statistics in business
Operations management and efficiency
Business analysis and ethical decision making
Sustainability in the global marketplace
Percentage of employers who anticipated hiring MBA graduates in 2025(See disclaimer 2)
Median annual wage for management occupations in May 2024(See disclaimer 3)
Specialized MBA Degree Options Focused on Your Interests
At GCU, our MBA degree program offers multiple emphases to help you specialize in a particular area of business. These emphases range from accounting and finance to healthcare systems and sports management. MBA programs at GCU can help prepare you for a career in a variety of industries by helping you foster an entrepreneurial spirit and gain effective leadership skills. What you learn in class each week can be applied in your workplace the next day.
Career Opportunities for MBA Program Graduates
An MBA is a respected degree that increases the capabilities and credibility of job applicants. Whether you pursue your MBA right after earning your bachelor’s degree or later in your professional journey, an MBA can be a strategic move.
Some examples of career paths for graduates with an MBA degree include:
Chief executive
General and operations manager
Sales manager
Administrative services manager
Facilities manager
Compensation and benefits manager
Human resources manager
Training and development manager
Project management specialist
Management analyst
Accreditation From ACBSP
GCU’s no-emphasis MBA program has received programmatic accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which speaks to the quality and excellence of research, teaching and student outcomes. GCU has also been institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Program Curriculum
Fundamental Courses
Fundamental courses prepare students for the curricular content they will encounter within the program. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with the appropriate undergraduate degree(s) may wave fundamental course(s). All students will undergo transcript evaluations upon receipt of their undergraduate degree bearing official transcript. For college specific information regarding fundamental coursework, students should refer to the University Policy Handbook.
Core Courses
Build a strong foundation in business strategy and innovation. Earn your MBA from GCU.
- Applies to an MBA without an emphasis. Students who continuously maintain full-time enrollment and successfully complete all course requirements without repeating coursework may complete all required program components in 18 months.
- Graduate Management Admission Council. (2025, July). Corporate Recruiters Survey. Retrieved Aug. 26, 2025.
- The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Management Occupations as of May 2024, retrieved Aug. 27, 2025. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates in management occupations, nor does it reflect the earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It is very unlikely that a median salary will represent an entry-level salary. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
- Graduate Management Admission Council. (2025, June). 2025 Corporate Recruiters Survey: Summary Report. GMAC. Retrieved Sept. 19, 2025.