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Master of Business Administration

Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration through the Tennessee Wesleyan University Goodfriend College of Business and Professional Studies provides the training and expertise you are looking for so that you are prepared to take the next step in the business world. 

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Why Choose TWU's Master of Business Administration?

Flexible Format

Designed for the busy working professional through a 100% online format.

Affordable Tuition

Priced significantly lower than the national average for graduate business degrees.

Individualized Pathways

Choose from one of eight different concentrations.

Degrees that Work

Knowledge that works across industries and opens doors to advancement.

Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration provides businesses, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, and educational institutions with leaders and managers who demonstrate proficiencies in ethical decision-making, critical analysis and problem-solving, strategic orientation, global perspectives, concern for sustainability and growth, and respect for people and communities. The degree seeks to serve the adult learner and to prepare students for personal and professional enrichment and service through advanced research and application

Admission Requirements
  • Completed MBA application
  • Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a completed Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Official transcripts for the last completed degree, either a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S.
Tuition and Fees

2024-2025

2025-2026

2026-2027

MBA

$560

$600

$600

MBA Foundation – Per Course

$1,120

$1,160

$1,210

MOT – Per Semester (9-16 hours)

$9,950

$10,350

$10,770

MOT – Part Time Per Hour

$825

$875

MOT Fee Per Semester

$500

$500

$500

MSED Per Hour

$650

$650

$650

Master of Art in Teaching

$680

$700

$700

MSN

$700

$700

$700

MS Sports Leadership

$550

$550

$550

Online Grad Tech Fee (per hour)

$15

$20

$25

Executive MBA (per hour)

$600

$600

$600

MBA 4+1 Option

Current TWU students in the traditional day program are eligible to apply for the accelerated MBA 4+1 program. This program will allow eligible students to enroll in graduate-level coursework before completion of their TWU bachelor’s degree. No graduate-level courses will apply to the 120 undergraduate hours needed for
graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Enrollment may be for only two semesters. Applicants to the MBA 4+1 program (Finance, General, Healthcare Management, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, or Social Entrepreneurship concentrations); the MSBA 4+1 program, or the MSPM 4+1 program must have completed 96 undergraduate hours, including courses in the four domains of: management (BUS 321 or equivalent), marketing (BUS 351 or equivalent), finance
(BUS 335 or equivalent), and accounting (BUS 201 or equivalent). Applicants to the 4+1 program (Accounting concentration) must have completed 96 undergraduate hours, including courses in the four domains of: management (BUS 321 or equivalent), marketing (BUS 351 or equivalent), finance (BUS 335 or equivalent), and accounting (BUS 201 or equivalent). Additionally, applicants must have completed Intermediate Accounting I (BUS 301 or equivalent), Intermediate
Accounting II (BUS 302 or equivalent), Auditing (BUS 380 or equivalent), and Tax Accounting I (BUS 404 or equivalent).
Prospective students should submit a completed application for the 4+1 program. Successful applicants will have an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Accounting

The accounting concentration prepares students to become skilled financial professionals ready to make a difference in any industry. With a focus on ethics, accuracy, and real-world applications, the program builds the analytical and problem-solving skills needed for careers in public accounting, corporate finance, and beyond.

Finance

The finance concentration prepares students to use business knowledge to analyze, invest, insure, and more. Finance students are provided exposure to broad areas in finance, focusing on skills needed to work in industries such as banking, insurance, investments, and real estate.

Healthcare Management

The healthcare management concentration blends business knowledge with a passion for helping others. Students learn the essentials of leadership, finance, and policy within the healthcare industry, preparing them to manage hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations with efficiency and compassion.

Information Technology

An information technology (IT) concentration equips students with the technical skills and problem-solving mindset needed to thrive in the modern digital world. Students are prepared with practical knowledge, adaptability, and innovation.

Management

The management concentration prepares students to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and navigate today’s dynamic business environment. Students develop essential skills in leadership, communication, and organizational planning, equipping them to succeed in supervisory and management roles across a variety of industries. 

Marketing

The marketing concentration equips students with the skills to understand consumer behavior, develop creative strategies, and communicate effectively in a competitive marketplace. Students gain experience in branding, digital marketing, and market analysis. 

Social Entrepreneurship

The concentration in social entrepreneurship empowers students to create innovative solutions that address social and environmental challenges. Students learn to combine business skills with a passion for impact, preparing them to launch ventures or lead initiatives that make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond. 

General

The general concentration allows students to study courses from a variety of subjects. Students in the general concentration are prepared for diverse professional positions in the global marketplace. 

MBA Curriculum

The MBA curriculum consists of 10 courses at three semester hours each, totaling 30 semester hours of graduate-level study. There are six MBA Core courses that comprise 18 semester hours of study, and four concentration courses that comprise 12 semester hours of study. The courses within the MBA program can be completed in any sequence with the exception of BUS 560 Strategic Management for which students must have completed all MBA Core courses or have earned a minimum of 21 semester hours toward the 30 semester hour total. High-speed internet, a webcam, and a microphone are required. 

MBA Core Courses

BUS 501 – Business Research Methods
BUS 502 – Accounting Management of Organizations
BUS 503 – Management Theory
BUS 504 – Marketing Theory
BUS 505 – Financial Management of Organizations
BUS 560 – Strategic Management

Accounting Concentration

BUS 531 Accounting Business Environment
BUS 532 Corporate Financial Accounting and Reporting
BUS 533 Corporate and Managerial Auditing
BUS 534 Corporate and Individual Taxation and Regulations

*a student must have completed Intermediate Accounting I (BUS 301 or equivalent), Intermediate Accounting II (BUS 302 or equivalent), Auditing (BUS 380 or equivalent), and Tax Accounting I (BUS 404 or equivalent).

Finance Concentration

BUS 546 International Finance
BUS 547 Financial Investments and Portfolio Management
BUS 548 Financial Planning and Wealth Management
BUS 549 Financial Modeling and Valuation

General Concentration

For the General concentration, the student will choose four courses (12 hours) from the seven concentrations of Accounting, Finance, Healthcare Management, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, or Social Entrepreneurship. The student must choose courses from at least two different areas.

Healthcare Management Concentration

BUS 525 HR Management for Healthcare
BUS 526 Financial Management for Healthcare
BUS 527 Strategic Management for Healthcare
BUS 528 Population Health

Information Technology Concentration

BUS 511 Programming Languages for Business
BUS 512 Data Security, Ethics, and Legal Issues
BUS 513 Emerging Technologies
BUS 514 Artificial Intelligence

Management Concentration

BUS 521 – Production and Operations Management
BUS 522 – Corporate Sustainability
BUS 523 – Leadership in a Global Economy
BUS 524 – Human Capital Management

Marketing Concentration

BUS 541 – Advertising and Promotion
BUS 542 – Consumer Decision Making
BUS 543 – Global Marketing
BUS 544 – Marketing Analytics & eCommerce

Social Entrepreneurship Concentration

BUS 522 Corporate Sustainability
BUS 535 Ethics and Social Justice
BUS 536 Social Entrepreneurship
BUS 537 Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Graduation Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements in order to receive the Master of
Business Administration degree:
1. An Intent to Graduate form must be submitted at the beginning of the MBA
program
2. Completion of 30 credit hours in the MBA program (18 core hours and 12
concentration hours)
3. Cumulative GPA in the TWU MBA program of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. No more than two course grades of C in the TWU MBA program
5. Completion of the MBA Major Field Test
The Master of Business Administration Guide is available in the School of Business.

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