Compare Online MBA Program Tracks
Explore Our online MBA programs: Online MBA and MBA Direct Programs
Online Master of Business Administration
Online Master of Business Administration
Stand out in your career with a world-class MBA created for experienced working professionals. Modeled on the nationally recognized residential program, the Cox Online MBA affords candidates the convenience of pursuing a competitive MBA without putting their careers on hold. The Cox Online MBA is a rigorous degree led by renowned faculty and centered on collaboration, analytics and experiential learning through live, online classes.
MBA Direct: Early Career Track
MBA Direct: Early Career Track
Designed for early career professionals and recent college graduates, our MBA Direct: Early Career Track offers career-motivated students the opportunity to pursue an MBA without waiting to accrue the traditional work experience requirement. The MBA Direct: Early Career Track blends the flexibility of part-time, online courses led by world-class faculty with access to on-campus resources, networking events, and more.
| Graduate Business programs | MBA Direct: Early Career Track | Online MBA |
|---|---|---|
| Average Age | 23 years | 31 years |
| Average Work Experience | 15 months | 8 years |
| Class Sessions | Weeknights, Online | Weeknights, some Saturday mornings |
| Program Start | January & August | January, May & August |
| Program Length** | 33 months | 24 months |
| Credit hours | 53 | 52 |
**The estimated time to complete your degree depends upon the number of credit hours taken each semester.
Why choose Cox Business School for your MBA?
Discover the SMU Cox MBA Advantage, Online
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Live, engaging online classes with SMU’s world-class faculty
With instruction from industry-savvy professors and international thought leaders, students will work in teams to develop skills in leadership, analytics, and complex problem-solving.
In addition to being practitioners and industry leaders, the renowned SMU Cox faculty blend industry insights with academic research. -
Cutting-edge graduate curriculum built for today’s evolving business world
Explore a variety of core business topics and develop industry-specific skills through the same distinguished curriculum taught to the Cox residential MBA students.
Reinforce your business fundamentals through courses like Micro and Macro Economics and Financial Accounting, and hone your competitive advantage in the workplace as you master advanced courses like Data Analysis, Strategic Management, and Legal Environment of Business. -
Experiential learning on and off the SMU Cox campus
Gain hands-on experience in a variety of global economic hubs through domestic and international immersion opportunities. Engage in stimulating case studies where pressing business problems faced by real companies are considered and solved though a variety of team-building competitions. Additionally, all Online MBA and MBA Direct candidates have full access to SMU on-campus facilities, clubs, events, and professional organizations.
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Supportive career success coaches & alumni network
The SMU Cox team is invested in your success in the classroom and beyond. All online MBA candidates are paired with a career coach during their time in the program to support professional development and career growth. The Cox alumni network is made up of over 42,000 global business leaders. SMU Cox boasts robust networking opportunities and a broad alumni network.
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SMU Cox Online MBA Accreditation
SMU Cox School of Business is accredited by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the longest-standing, most recognized form of specialized accreditation that an institution and its business programs can earn. SMU’s AACSB accreditation demonstrates our commitment to providing students with a top-quality education and developing leaders in the marketplace.