Master of Business Administration

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NEXT START May 12 Classes begin every 8 weeks

FLEXIBLE Finish in just 1-2 years Take 1-2 courses every 8 weeks and set your own pace

ONLINE 100% online coursework Learn on your schedule, with no set class times

AFFORDABLE $590 per credit (Fall 2025) Affordable tuition + 33 credit program saves you time and money

Specialized MBA

Professional preparation

Accelerate your career with Northwestern College's 100% online MBA program, designed for working professionals. Specialize in artificial intelligence, business analytics, cybersecurity management, finance, healthcare administration, innovation and change management, and sports management. Complete your degree in as little as one year while balancing work and life commitments. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates Christian principles with essential business disciplines including accounting, finance, economics, marketing, analytics, and more.

Specialized Management Tracks

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Combine strategic management with foundational technical skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders to lead in a data-driven world.

Cybersecurity Develop the strategic mindset and leadership capabilities to protect what matters most - your organization's future, reputation, and success by turning cyber challenges into competitive advantages.

Sports Management Be equipped with business, leadership, and marketing skills tailored for the sports industry in team management, sports marketing, and athletic administration.

Business Analytics Drive innovation into actionable business strategies through technical literacy, strategic decision-making, and effective communication.

Finance Build broad numeracy and strategic insight to lead in any industry through financial decision making, investment strategies, and cutting edge technologies like blockchain and DeFi.

Healthcare Administration Master cost accounting, capital budgeting, and financial modeling to make data driven financial decisions that optimize healthcare operations.

Innovation + Change Management Drive organizational transformation by developing strategic problem-solving, creative thinking, and leadership skills to drive innovation and manage change effectively.

Why Northwestern?

Through our program, you'll develop critical thinking abilities, collaborative teamwork skills, and authentic leadership capabilities that you can apply immediately to your work. Our graduates stand out for their ability to make ethical, faith-informed decisions in complex business environments.

Engage with real-world case studies and simulations from brands like the NFL, Amazon, and Chick-fil-A, while also applying theories and practical skills directly to your current professional challenges.

Connect with a community of like-minded professionals in Northwestern's online MBA program, where students foster a supportive network, discern their vocational calling, and develop the skills to serve others through principled business leadership.

This program has made me understand that in both business and life, we have the ability to be responsible stewards of our talents and resources, embodying honesty and integrity in our work, words, and actions. Kate | MBA

Learning goals

Earning your MBA through Northwestern will help you develop ethical leadership skills grounded in Christian values and principles where you will master the integration of theory and practice to solve complex challenges.

You will learn to effectively motivate and inspire teams while creating strategies to identify opportunities and overcome obstacles in your dynamic business environment.

IACBE aligned

Northwestern's MBA is designed to prepare students to be outstanding professionals in the setting of their choice and is aligned with the standards and competencies of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). The program will be eligible to apply for IACBE accreditation during the 2025-26 academic year.

Tuition + fees

Continuing your education is more than a time investment. Learn more about our tuition, fees, and financial aid resources and discover what resources that may help you finance your bachelor's degree, master's degree, endorsement or certificate with Northwestern College. We strive to offer our quality programs at an affordable cost.

Financial aid information

Alumni Grant

The Alumni Grant is available to Northwestern College alumni who completed either their undergraduate or a graduate degree through Northwestern. Alumni wishing to pursue their Master of Business Administration degree online at NWC can apply a tuition discount of 50% for their first course.

Additional resources

Click the link below to access a variety of additional resources designed to support your educational journey. Here, you'll find helpful tools to provide further assistance as you move forward.

Additional resources

You will learn to effectively motivate and inspire teams while creating strategies to identify opportunities and overcome obstacles in your dynamic business environment.

Financial aid information

Click the link below to access a variety of additional resources designed to support your educational journey. Here, you'll find helpful tools to provide further assistance as you move forward.

Additional resources

Application Requirements

No GRE or GMAT required. No application fee.

Baccalaureate degree

Official transcripts showing a degree from an accredited institution.

Recommended experience:

A degree in any of the following disciplines: accounting, economics, finance, or business administration.
Applicants with a degree in a non-business discipline but have completed at least 12 credit hours in any of the topics above or have taken the GMAT are considered well-prepared.
Applicants without background experience can take a free online refresher course.

Send official transcripts to:
onlineadmissions@nwciowa.edu or
Northwestern College
Graduate & Professional Studies
101 7th St SW
Orange City, IA 51041

GPA requirements

Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Applicants with a GPA between 2.7 and 3.0 may be eligible for conditional admission.
Applicants with a GPA below 2.7 will not be considered for admission.

International applicants with GPAs not measured on a 4.0 scale will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Language requirement

Students who are not from an English-speaking country or did not receive their baccalaureate degree in an English-speaking country will be required to demonstrate English proficiency with either a TOEFL score of 90 or above or an IELTS score of 6.5 or above.

Program Specifics

33 credit program

MBA Specializations
Customize your degree with one of our in-demand specializations by selecting 3 focused electives from one of the concentrations below (9 credits):

Artificial Intelligence

Transform your organization with cutting-edge AI expertise. Learn to implement machine learning solutions, develop AI strategies, and navigate the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in business contexts.

MBA 521 – Generative AI for Managers
MBA 522 – Business Use Cases for AI
MBA 524 – Managing AI Projects

Business Analytics

Turn data into strategic advantage. Master the tools and techniques to analyze complex datasets, visualize trends, and make data-driven decisions that drive organizational performance and competitive edge.

MBA 531 – Storytelling with Data
MBA 532 – Spreadsheet Modeling for Decision-Making
MBA 533 – Python for Business Analytics

Cybersecurity

Protect your organization's digital assets. Develop the skills to identify vulnerabilities, implement security protocols, and create comprehensive security strategies in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

MBA 542 – Network Architectures for Cyber Managers
MBA 543 – Cyber Risk Management and Strategy
MBA 544 – Executive Cyber Defense

Finance

Elevate your financial leadership capabilities. Gain advanced knowledge in financial analysis, investment strategies, and corporate financial management to drive strategic growth and maximize shareholder value.

MBA 552 – Capital Markets and Investing
MBA 553 – Financial Statements Analysis and Valuation
MBA 554 – Frontiers of Finance

Healthcare Administration

Lead in the rapidly evolving healthcare sector. Combine business acumen with healthcare-specific knowledge to improve operational efficiency, patient outcomes, and organizational performance in medical settings.

MBA 561 – Structure and Economics of the US Healthcare System
MBA 562 – Management of Healthcare Organizations
MBA 563 – Data Analysis for Healthcare Management

Innovation + Change Management

Drive organizational transformation by developing strategic problem-solving, creative thinking, and leadership skills to drive innovation and manage change effectively.

BUS 505 – Project Management
BUS 515 – Organizational Change
BUS 550 – Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Sports Management

Be equipped with business, leadership, and marketing skills tailored for the sports industry in team management, sports marketing, and athletic administration.

BUS 571 – Principles and Ethics of Sports Leadership
BUS 572 – Administration of Interscholastic Athletics
BUS 573 – Sport Facilities and Event Management

Core Curriculum
The required 8 courses below provide a comprehensive foundation in essential business disciplines (24 credits):

ACC502 - Accounting for Managers

BUS504 - Corporate Finance

BUS512 - Organizational Leadership

BUS523 - Operations and Supply Chain Management

BUS525 - Marketing

BUS575 - Data and Decisions

BUS603 - Strategic Management

ECO515 - Economics of the Firm

Additional Electives
Choose one of the specializations above (all 3 courses) for your electives to earn that specialization OR select 3 courses (9 credits) from across any of the specialization electives to earn a general MBA.

Prepare for Leadership

Graduates will be equipped with a holistic and ethical mindset, a deep spiritual awareness, and a strong sense of purpose, enabling them to steward resources responsibly and make values-driven decisions that create meaningful impact in their careers.

Our students are currently working full-time + serving in roles throughout the region.

Vogel Traffic Services

Orange City, IA

Trans Ova Genetics

Sioux Center, IA

Northwestern College

Orange City, IA

Luke Society

Sioux Falls, SD

Faculty + Staff

Committed Christians. Invested in you. That's Northwestern's faculty + staff.
Dr. Fan Fei, CFA Program Director, Master of Business Administration
Jeanette Van Genderen Enrollment Counselor