Master of Business Administration
Earn Your MBA in 22 Months or Less
Ranked as one of the best online MBA degree programs with a focus on sustainability in 2024, Antioch University’s MBA features the importance of people and planet, as well as profit, in building and leading successful organizations and communities in the 21st century. Often referred to as the triple bottom line approach, your Antioch Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares you with marketable skills to successfully meet organizational objectives in a manner that supports social, economic, environmental, and racial justice, whether you’re leading and managing as a front-line supervisor or C-suite executive in a for-profit or nonprofit setting.
This degree is offered by Antioch University’s Online Campus.
Program Overview
Students in our online MBA program are part of a diverse, motivated learning community that understands busy professionals and values providing a work-life balance. The program is structured in a series of 7-week courses, one course at a time, with one-week breaks in between.
- 11 courses. Taking one class at a time, earn your MBA in 22 months. With the approval of your academic advisor, you may accelerate completion by taking two classes per session
- 100% online, asynchronous learning with 24/7 access to classwork and resources for convenience
- GMAT/GRE scores are not required, while accepted
- Robust weekly discussions you access and contribute to on days and at times that fit your schedule.
Core Courses
- MGT 5005: Principles of Triple Bottom Line and Sustainability
- MGT 5285: Human Resource Management
- MKT 5005: Marketing Management and Analytics
- MGT 5375: Leadership and Change
- MGT 5145: Economics and Global Economies
- MGT 5430: Corporate Social Responsibility, Ethics & Legal Issues
- MGT 5440: Financial Decision Making
- MGT 5155: Strategy, Innovation and Resilience
Concentrations
In addition to eight core courses, you’ll have the freedom to select three elective courses aligned with your passions or career goals to complete any one of the following degree concentrations:
Frequently Asked Questions (answered for you by our alumni)
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Additional Program Details
Triple-bottom-line thinking is an approach we’ve been perfecting for over 165 years. Antioch’s first president, Horace Mann, was a nationally known abolitionist and social reformer. Antioch was an early adopter of progressive and innovative education – a philosophy that resonates today.
Antioch University’s faculty are active practitioners in their field. They are engaged and present throughout the class. Video, audio, guest speakers, and other tools keep things vibrant and moving forward.
Students engage and interact with each other throughout the courses. Classmates are encouraged to get to know one another, share personal experiences, and network.
Students in this program participate in online learning activities organized within small- and large-group learning communities. Antioch University Online is a 100% online learning environment. Therefore, in addition to having traditional learning skills, students are expected to have basic technological skills, compatible computer hardware, operating system, and internet connectivity upon entrance into the program.
Our mission to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic, and environmental justice connects powerfully with the need to build and lead organizations that enrich people, support the planet, and drive prosperous, sustainable economies globally.
“I was drawn to the program by Antioch’s core values of social and environmental justice but was unsure how much interaction to expect among classmates. I now know that’s not an issue and really appreciate the diverse perspectives that my classmates bring from their own lives and professional experiences. The course design promotes dialogue and discussion and enables students to get into perhaps an even deeper discussion than in a traditional classroom.”
Emily Sollie
Master of Business Administration, Leadership & Teams ’23
Hear Directly From Our Students
Hear from our students as they answer some of your frequently asked questions.
Why should I choose this program?
Asynchronous, Remote Learning
How do you connect with faculty?
Concentrated Learning: 3-Semester-Unit Class in 7 Weeks
Building Bonds: Online Student Community
Is the technology user-friendly?
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What are the most valuable lessons you have learned?
How did this degree impact my current position?
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What advice do you have for new students?
Meet some of our graduates
Faculty Spotlights
Mary Ann Short, PhD
Associate Dean
Pete Alexander, PhD
Adjunct Faculty
David Norgard, MDiv, MA, DMin
Teaching Faculty
Paul Stillman, PhD
Adjunct Faculty
Teresa Deveaux, EdD
Adjunct Faculty
Kirsten Frey
Affiliate Faculty
Kenneth Baker, PhD
Chair
Nicholas Bergan
Adjunct Faculty
Admissions
How to Apply
Antioch University particularly seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to building a diverse student population in gender, ethnicity, age, class, physical abilities, learning styles, sexual orientation, professional backgrounds, religious backgrounds, and community experiences.
Application Requirements
- Online Application (No Application fee)
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants who have not finished their degree must do so before the first day of their desired start term.
- Current resume.
- GMAT/GRE scores are accepted but not required.
- Essay: Please describe your personal and professional goals, why you are interested in this program, and how it will help you achieve your goals. Why is this the right time for you?
- Additional requirements for international students: Reading & Writing in English Proficiency Assessment (if applicable) or TOEFL score of 550 “paper-based”, 214 “computer-based”, and 79 “internet-based” or higher.
- Submit your application online, email to [email protected] or mail to:
Antioch University
Admissions Office
900 Dayton Street
Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
All application materials submitted become part of an applicant’s file and cannot be returned.
Deadlines
| Semester | Application Deadlines | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall B | October 18 | October 21 |
| Spring A | January 3 | January 6 |
| Spring B | February 28 | March 3 |
| Summer A 2025 | May 1 | May 5 |
| Summer B 2025 | June 25 | June 30 |
| Fall A 2025 | August 21 | August 25 |
| Fall B 2025 | October 18 | October 20 |
| Please review the Academic Calendar for additional details. | ||
Cost and Aid
Tuition
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Master in Human Services Administration (MHSA) | $614 per semester hour |
| MA in Nonprofit Management | $614 per semester hour |
| Master of Business Administration | $614 per semester hour |
| View the Cost of Attendance Components | |
Financial Aid
Many students finance their education through some form of financial aid. You may not be sure which federal, state, public, and private aid packages – such as loans, scholarships, and grants – are right for you. Our staff is here to help you, so you can focus on what’s most important: beginning your academic program.
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