The online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at South Carolina State University is offered by the College of Business and Information Systems. The program empowers graduates to be successful leaders in today’s rapidly changing business environment. The outstanding faculty utilizes theories, case studies and technology in practical real-world contexts to enhance the learning process. Students undergo a thorough preparation in advanced business skills in accounting, economics, finance, international business, management and marketing. Courses are delivered online to meet the needs of seasoned professionals seeking career advancement and personal growth, with the flexibility and convenience of online learning. The SC State College of Business and Information Systems is accredited by AACSB, a worldwide leader in business school accreditation.
Program Options
Students may choose to pursue a General MBA and MBA with concentrations in Agribusiness, Entrepreneurship, and Healthcare Management. Within each program option, students will have the opportunity to augment their knowledge by exploring elective courses. Most students complete the program within two years. Classes are delivered online offering maximum flexibility and convenience for working professionals.
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General MBA (30 credit hours)
The General MBA program is ideal for individuals seeking a general- purpose MBA to enhance career opportunities in all industries.
CORE COURSES (21 credit hours)
- ACCT 510 Accounting for Business Decisions -3 credit hours
- BA 525 Data Analytics – 3 credit hours
- BA 563 Global Business Perspectives – 3 credit hours
- ECON 515 Managerial Economics – 3 credit hours
- MKT 520 Marketing Management – 3 credit hours
- MGT 520 Financial Management – 3 credit hours
- MGT 580 Integrated Business Analysis – 3 credit hours
- Electives – 9 credit hours
Foundations in Business
- BA 501 Foundations in Business – 4 credit hours. The Foundations of Business course is designed for students without an undergraduate degree in business.
MBA with Entrepreneurship Concentration (36 credit hours)
The MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship program is designed for individuals aspiring to start or grow successful business enterprises, and those seeking consulting opportunities.
- Core Courses (See General MBA) plus the following courses:
- ACCT 520 Tax/Legal Issues for Small Business – 3 credit hours
- MGT 512 Enterprise Development – 3 credit hours
- MKT 575 New Product Development -3 credit hours
- MGT 521 Venture Capital and Private Finance- 3 credit hours
- Entrepreneurship Elective- 3 credit hours
Foundations in Business
- BA 501 Foundations in Business – 4 credit hours. The Foundations of Business course is designed for students without an undergraduate degree in business.
MBA with Healthcare Management Concentration (36 credit hours)
The MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Management program is designed for individuals seeking management careers in healthcare and medical-related organizations such as hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, pharmaceutical companies and more.
- Core Courses (See General MBA) plus the following courses:
- HC 520 Healthcare Policy, Law and Ethics – 3 credit hours
- HC 523 Healthcare System Delivery in America- 3 credit hours
- HC 525 Healthcare Practicum -3 credit hours
Two of the following courses
- HC 521 Healthcare Org. Behavior and HRM -3 credit hours
- HC 522 Quality Management in Healthcare -3 credit hours
- HC 524 Healthcare Finance – 3 credit hours
Foundations in Business
- BA 501 Foundations in Business – 4 credit hours. The Foundations of Business course is designed for students without an undergraduate degree in business.
MBA with Agribusiness Concentration (36 credit hours)
The MBA with a concentration in Agribusiness program is designed for those seeking careers in the agribusiness industry, banks, and government agencies
Agribusiness Concentration Courses
- Core Courses (See General MBA) plus the following courses:
- AGBU 503 Environment of Agribusiness – 3 credit hours
- AGBU 510 Market and Price Analysis 3 – credit hours
- AGBU 545 Agribusiness Supply Chain Mgt. 3 – credit hours
- AGBU 580 Agribusiness Policy Analysis 3 – credit hours
- Agribusiness Elective 3 credit hours
Foundations in Business
- BA 501 Foundations in Business – 4 credit hours. The Foundations of Business course is designed for students without an undergraduate degree in business.
Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries in the nation. Employers are seeking individuals who are equipped with the knowledge and skills to lead complex organizations in a variety of healthcare and medical contexts. The MBA in Healthcare Management concentration prepares graduates to apply the business skills that are needed to become leaders of healthcare and healthcare-related organizations
Admission Requirements
Applicants should submit a completed Graduate Admissions Application, undergraduate transcripts and three letters of recommendations. Applicants without undergraduate coursework in business will be required to take a 4 -credit hour Foundation in Business course that includes accounting, economics, finance and marketing, in addition to the curricula for the MBA program. This will increase credits to 40 hours for concentrations and 34 hrs. for the General MBA.
Admission Application and Deadlines
Get started on your MBA today all with the convenience of online learning. To review the Graduate admissions procedures and application, click here and scroll down the page to the Graduate Admissions section. Write “Online MBA” at the top of the application form.
Fall Semester
Deadline: June 15th
Spring Semester
Deadline: November 1st
Summer Semester
Deadline: April 1st
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Technical Requirements
A computer with Internet connectivity is required for coursework delivered online.
Tuition and Fees
eTuition: $552 (per credit hour)
Fees: $84 (per semester)
*eTuition rates are the same for both in-state and out-of-state students.
Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance
A variety of financial aid and scholarship programs are available for eligible students. Contact the Financial Aid office for more information. Also, check with your employer on the availability of tuition-assistance programs.
Dr. Matthew Guah, Chair
Department of Business Administration
College of Business and Information Systems
e:mguah@scsu.edu