Master of Business Administration (MBA in Washington, D.C.) | University of the Potomac Skip to content CURRENT STUDENTS CURRENT STUDENTS Master of Business Administration (MBA) Request more information Message Received! Thank you for reaching out to us. We will review your message and get right back to you within 24 hours. If there is an urgent matter and you need to speak to someone immediately you can call at the following phone number: +1 (202) 274-2300 We value your privacy. Unlock Your Future with an MBA Elevate your career with the University of Potomac’s  flexible online MBA program, designed to deliver top-tier education and unmatched job satisfaction, featuring the same rigorous curriculum as our on-campus program. Dive into our cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence concentration and unlock its power in business. Master current and future AI capabilities, leverage generative models, lead impactful AI projects, and bridge the gap between business and tech. Propel your career forward with the skills to drive innovation and growth! Location On-Campus Online Washington, DC Virginia 36 TOTAL CREDITS 15 TRANSFER CREDITS TRANSFER TODAY COST PER CREDIT Calculate Your Cost APPLY NOW MSCHE Accredited Real-World Practitioners Learn from experienced professionals. Convenient Classes Take a class online or on-site. MBA Degree Overview Graduates of the Master of Business Administration program will be competent in the functional areas of business: accounting and finance, management, marketing, and operations. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to identify problems related to U.S. and foreign businesses and to artfully respond to these challenges. In addition, graduates will be empowered with the knowledge and skills required to work as managers in U.S. business organizations, non-governmental organizations and international entities. Jakeline Barcelos Project Coordinator “I liked the sense of a small community and the friendly staff support. I also liked the fact that students come from different parts of the world and the culture exchange. “ This Program Is Accredited By MBA Courses & Curriculum Students complete the eight courses in the core and select one of the four-course concentrations. All courses are three credits. Core Courses 24 credits BUS 501 Managerial Accounting BUS 502 Managerial Economics BUS 503 Managerial Finance BUS 510 Strategic Management BUS 520 Human Resources and Organizational Behavior BUS 530 Marketing Management BUS 560 Management and Information Systems BUS 570 Business Ethics MBA Requirements & Outcomes Tuition Costs View tuition and fees Program Learning Outcomes Graduates of the Master of Business Administration are able to: Formulate evidenced-based business solutions founded on stakeholder needs and interests. Exercise principles of ethical leadership in a variety of diverse, professional settings. Develop decisions and managerial actions that enhance organizational effectiveness through effective communication and teamwork. Apply advanced knowledge in the legal, theoretical, and practical aspects of operating a business. General Admission Requirements Complete an admissions interview conducted in person or via online methods. Submit a completed application. Arrange for official transcripts from all colleges/universities previously attended to be submitted to the Office of Records and Registration, University of the Potomac. Submit grade reports or scores from any recognized college equivalency examinations (e.g., CLEP, DANTES, and Advanced Placement). Submit certificates from any corporate education training or professional development programs. (Note: An ACE evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for corporate educational training.). Submit military training documents. (Note: An ACE military evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for military training.). Graduate Admission Requirements In addition to the general requirements listed to the left, applicants for a graduate program must provide the following: An undergraduate degree in order to enroll in University of the Potomac master’s programs: four-year bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in other countries. International applicants 16 with a 3-year undergraduate degree may be admitted on the recommendation of the Admission Committee which will be based on students’ preparation. Two Letters of recommendation from individuals who may be a direct supervisor or university faculty member. *This requirement may be waived for those students with Master level transfer credits*. One required essay, in MSWord document form, addressing the student’s preparation for the graduate program. The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is not required for admission to the MBA, but is strongly preferred for students who do not have a bachelor’s degree in a business related discipline or lack the pre-requisite courses in business, finance and economics. Similarly, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for admission to the MSIT or MHCA, but is recommended. Request FREE Information Want to learn more about University of the Potomac? Complete the simple form – it just takes a minute! Invest in yourself by finishing your degree. Take classes online, on campus, or both. Finish faster. Save more. This will only take a moment. Message Received! Thank you for reaching out to us. We will review your message and get right back to you within 24 hours. If there is an urgent matter and you need to speak to someone immediately you can call at the following phone number: +1 (202) 274-2300 We value your privacy. Request FREE Information Want to learn more about University of the Potomac? Complete the simple form – it just takes a minute! This will only take a moment. Message Received! Thank you for reaching out to us. We will review your message and get right back to you within 24 hours. If there is an urgent matter and you need to speak to someone immediately you can call at the following phone number: +1 (202) 274-2300 We value your privacy. Hear What Our Graduates Are Saying The classes are very dynamic and you have the opportunity to be able to work while you study since they also offer online classes. I enjoyed academic challenges and the diversity of people at the University. Rebeca Artola Medical Assistant Potomac is more than an education. The university provides better career prospects, valuable employability skills, personal development and a world of opportunity. Aditya Singh Principal Business Data Analyst Potomac professors are so friendly and the guidance they provide in courses work is amazing. They explain concepts with relevant examples. Gowtham Veera Shanker Kalava Design Quality Engineer (Project lead) The university is located in Washington D.C where you have easy access to public transport and all the Government offices are near by so you can spend time post college in the DC area. Sridhar Srinivasaan Business Development Operations Manager I really enjoyed the course work and being able to complete it when it was convenient for me. The course schedule allowed me to make progress quickly. Andrew DiRusso Tour Guide UOTP has one of the best professors, who are always there to guide you throughout the education process Sabrina Gulmatova MBA in HR Management Potomac College allowed me to return on more than one occasion to complete my degree. The admissions and financial staff worked together to help me reach my goals. Crystal Watson U.S. Corporate Office Manager I liked the sense of a small community and the friendly staff support. I also liked the fact that students come from different parts of the world and the culture exchange. Jakeline Barcelos Project Coordinator I was able to receive an exceptional experience by learning in a Hybrid environment, where lectures and exams were held with the same level of intensity and tension as I would be in the classroom. Tatevik Sayadyan Accounting Assistant Masters in Business Administration Jobs & Opportunities Planning Analyst Planning Analysts research and report data regarding cost, feasibility, and profitability on short- and long-range strategic plans. Small Business Owner Small Business Owners plan, direct, and manage all functions from operations to marketing to accounting, ensuring business health and profitability. Sales Manager Sales Managers direct the business development activities of sales personnel, ensuring revenue targets are met or exceeded. Planning Analyst Planning Analysts research and report data regarding cost, feasibility, and profitability on short- and long-range strategic plans. Small Business Owner Small Business Owners plan, direct, and manage all functions from operations to marketing to accounting, ensuring business health and profitability. Sales Manager Sales Managers direct the business development activities of sales personnel, ensuring revenue targets are met or exceeded. Explore more Jobs & Careers for students with a B.S. in Business Degree Explore More Opportunities MBA Concentrations Accounting Accounting Concentration Courses ACC 500 Financial Accounting ACC 502 Accounting Information System ACC 504 Advanced Auditing ACC 580 Advanced Federal Taxation Artificial Intelligence* Artificial Intelligence Concentration Courses AIT 600: Artificial Intelligence AIT 620: Methods of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning AIT 630: Changing Business with AI Technology AIT 650: AI Technology: Ethics and Risk. Future of AI Applications in Business Amazon Web Services* Amazon Web Services Concentration Courses AWS 500 Cloud Foundations AWS 510 Cloud Architecting and Developing AWS 530 Machine Learning Foundations AWS 550 Data Analytics Blockchain Technologies* Blockchain Technologies Concentration Courses BLC 500 Introduction to Blockchain Technology BLC 510 Smart Contracts BLC 520 Introduction to Hyperledger BLC 530 Blockchain Applications Computer Informatics* Computer Informatics Concentration Courses CBSC 500 Network Defense and Countermeasures CBSC 510 Cloud Computing from the Ground Up CBSC 520 Data Analysis CBSC 530 Cyber Crime and Homeland Security Education* Education Concentration Courses EDU 510 Education in a Globalized World EDU 520 Effective use of Technology in Education EDU 530 Curriculum Design and Planning EDU 540 Education Administrative Practices and Policies Finance Finance Concentration Courses FIN 610 Financial Strategy FIN 620 Financial Risk Management FIN 630 Mergers and Acquisitions FIN 640 Valuation and Value Creation Geospatial Intelligence Geospatial Intelligence Concentration Courses GIS 580 Geospatial Intelligence GIS 581 Geospatial Analysis and Modeling GIS 583 Geospatial Web and Mobile Programming GIS 585 GSI Applications in IT, Business, Management, Health & Government Operation Healthcare Administration* Healthcare Administration Concentration Courses HLTH 500 Healthcare Systems HLTH 510 Managing Healthcare Organizations HLTH 520 Healthcare Policy, Law, and Ethics HLTH 530 Decision Analysis for Healthcare Managers Hospitality and Tourism* Hospitality and Tourism Management Concentration Courses HOTO 610 Hospitality and Tourism Management HOTO 620 Marketing and Advertising in Hospitality and Tourism HOTO 630 Financial Management and Planning in Hospitality and Tourism HOTO 640 Applications of Technology in Hospitality and Tourism Human Resources Human Resources Management Concentration Courses BUS 670 Foundations of Human Resource Management BUS 680 Human Resource Law MGMT MGMT 675 Human Capital Management MGMT MGMT 680 Organizational Training and Development Information Technology Management Information Technology Management Concentration Courses MCAP 520 Enterprise Data Management and Administration CBSC 620 Cyber Law and Policy COMP 610 Strategic IT: Best Practices for Executives COMP 630 Technology Entrepreneurship International Business International Business Concentration Courses BUS 640 International Business Law BUS 650 Global Leadership MGMT 650 Asia-Pacific Rim Management MGMT 660 Global Negotiations Management Management Concentration Courses MGMT 610 Executive Leadership MGMT 620 Legal Aspects of Management MGMT 630 Managing Organizational Diversity MGMT 640 Managing Change Marketing Marketing Concentration Courses MRKT 610 Strategic Marketing MRKT 620 Marketing Research MRKT 630 Multinational Marketing MRKT 640 Digital Marketing Strategy Project Management Project Management Concentration Courses MPM 610 Project Management Structure and Culture MPM 620 Project Management and the Enterprise Communication Plan MPM 630 Project Risk and Management MPM 640 International Project Management Public Policy* Public Policy Concentration Courses MLS 620 Intergovernmental Relations MPP 610 Governmental Theory MPP 620 Grant Writing and Administration MPP 630 Public Budgeting and Finance *not currently enrolling Master in Business Administration Frequently Asked Questions What is a Master’s in Business Administration Degree? A Master’s in Business Administration is one of the master’s programs that UOTP offers. This program provides you with core management knowledge, allowing you to understand business across disciplines such as marketing, finance, and accounting, all while honing your soft skills and leadership abilities. How long is a Master’s in Business Administration Degree? Depending on whether you will choose to study full-time or part-time, on-campus or online, earning an MBA will typically take you two years to complete. However, you can choose an accelerated program to complete your degree in less time. How much does it cost to get a Master’s in Business Administration Degree? UOTP aims to provide qualitative education at an affordable price. So we can assure you that it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to get your degree. You can have a clearer idea of how much you will be spending on your MBA degree by calculating your school cost . Not to forget that UOTP offers financial aid , scholarships, and other financial resources to keep your education affordable. What can you do with a Master’s in Business Administration Degree? With an MBA, future leaders for the next step in their professions, whether moving up the corporate ladder or changing careers entirely. The roles can vary from entry-level to senior-level positions. An MBA will equip students with skills for various career paths, which could lead to high incomes and greater work prospects. Can I get a Master’s in Business Administration online? Yes, you can. The University of the Potomac gives you the opportunity to choose whether you want to enroll in an on-campus or online MBA program. It is entirely up to you to choose how you want to get your degree. How can I enroll in a Master’s in Business Administration program at UOTP? It all starts with you deciding to get an MBA. 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