Become better acquainted with Ashland University's MBA Program
Ashland University offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in executive management. Initiated in 1978, the MBA program is designed for middle and top level managers. It combines a high-quality business education with the practical knowledge gained from work experience.
Ashland University's MBA Program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Classes are offered in five convenient program centers across the state located in Ashland, Columbus, Massillon, Medina, and Westlake, Ohio.
Our MBA Program offers the option of earning graduate credits by completing hybrid online courses. Courses may be taken at multiple locations simultaneously during the same semester, allowing students to complete the program in as little as two years. MBA semesters commence each September, January and May and classes meet for 12 weeks. Depending on the location, classes meet in the evenings and/or on Saturdays; this permits students to learn without interrupting their normal working schedules.
Our Mission
The mission of the Ashland University School of Business Administration and Economics is to prepare both traditional and non-traditional students to become educated business professionals. The School is committed to creating an understanding of the importance of productivity, quality, and the human dimension of business operation.
Faculty complement their primary responsibility of quality teaching with pursuit of scholarly activities as well as professional and community service. This includes interfacing of faculty with the business community, through research, consulting, dialogues, internships, and student- related projects. This permits the integration of business theory with practical applications.
