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Degree Overview

Master of Business Administration

Michael Anthos, MBA, Class of 2013 Alumni of the Year

As an MBA student as part of South University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, you’ll have the opportunity to study economics, decision-making, behavioral sciences, and business strategy. Your coursework will also cover different business models, leadership, communication, and management best practices. The MBA program surrounds you with other like-minded professionals who are pursuing their own MBA degree and wanting to thrive professionally* and academically.

*South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment, or salary amounts.

Admission Requirements

Please see the South University academic catalog for program specific admissions requirements.

Course Requirements

Master of Business Administration: 48 Credits

The program is offered in 11-week quarters at the Tampa campus and, starting in Fall 2025, at the Austin campus. All other campuses operate on 10-week quarters. In October 2025 all campuses, except Online Programs, will offer a hybrid 10-week quarter program.

Foundation: 20 Credits

MBA5001 Organizational Behavior and Communication 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA5004 Managerial Economics 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA5005 Law and Ethics for Managers 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA5008 Quantitative Analysis and Decision Making 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA5009 Managerial Environment 4.0 Credit Hours

Core: 12 Credits

MBA6010 Managerial Finance 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA6011 Strategic Marketing 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA6012 Operations and Supply Chain Management 4.0 Credit Hours

Major Curriculum: 12 Credits

LEA5125 Leadership Ethics, Culture, and Politics 4.0 Credit Hours

MBA6710 Entrepreneurial Organizations and Small Businesses 4.0 Credit Hours

PMC6601 Foundations of Project Management 4.0 Credit Hours

Capstone: 4 Credits

MBA6999 Strategic Development and Implementation 4.0 Credit Hours

Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate an ethical perspective as they assess decision-making processes, conflict, and other key macro and micro characteristics of organizations in diverse, global environments.
Influence individuals and organizations through the application of effective leadership and teamwork skills.
Apply effective communication skills in influencing others. They will create sustained, coherent arguments or explanations and reflections in their work.
Use critical thinking as they examine both qualitative and quantitative data, then synthesize and evaluate the information for use in problem recognition and problem solving.
Determine the information needed, assess the needed information, evaluate information and its sources critically, use information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose, and access and use information ethically and legally.

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Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers

We're committed to helping our graduates make impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our business and technology alumni and the difference they make. 

Elisabeth Jackman-Knights

Class of '15

Bachelor of Business Administration-South University, Online Programs

“They (SU Instructors) would keep me on track with what classes I had upcoming and help prepare me for what to expect in the class. They would try to understand my life outside of school and make suggestions of how best to navigate the program to ensure that I was at all times poised mentally to endure the class at hand.”

Annette Tornberg

Class of '13

Associate of Science in Business Administration-South University, Online Programs

“I feel that if I did not go back to school to further my education, my job search would not have come to this conclusion. I attended college twice in my twenties, but dropped out due to lack of enthusiasm. Going back to school and completing it online is why I am now finally employed. Don’t give up. You are never too old to learn.”

Tonya Hampton

Class of '13

Bachelor of Business Administration-South University, Online Programs

“I love being a leader. South University helped me reach my full potential in management skills. The faculty and staff always went out of their way to make sure that the University had a positive impact on its students.”

Lauren Elsberry

Class of '12

MBA in Healthcare Administration-South University, Atlanta

“This program has helped make me better. It improved my time management. It improved my organization. I think because of its accelerated pace, it created those unexpected benefits. The classes I have taken in the AMBA program are relevant to my new position. I know my degree was something they looked at. South University has a good reputation; people have heard of it.”

La'Sondrick Bridges

Class of '11

Master of Business Administration-South University, Columbia

“After talking it through, I realized I could go to school and work full time as well. They really care about you and want you to succeed.”

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

The following business programs at South University, Montgomery, the Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management, Master of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ([ACBSP] 11520 West 119th Street; Overland Park, KS 66213; 913-339-9356; www.acbsp.org).