Online Master of Business Administration
Explore New Career Pathways with an MBA Degree Online Program
100% Online
As Few as 12 Months
33 Credit Hours
$880 Per Credit
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Earn Your North Park Online MBA and Lead with Purpose
Experience maximum flexibility when you earn a 100% online Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Park. With asynchronous courses, you can work full time while building executive-level expertise from supportive and accomplished faculty.
This values-driven online business degree will give you a competitive edge in the job market and hone your ethical decision-making skills. North Park values your time, which is why you can begin your online program sooner with no entrance exams and no application fee.
Program Details
- IACBE accredited
- Affordable tuition for a high-value degree
- Apply with a bachelor’s in any field
Concentrations
NPU’s online MBA is customizable, so you can ensure your degree aligns with your career goals. Tailor your MBA program when you choose three electives from a broad range of options or select an in-demand concentration and take three industry-specific courses.
Curriculum
Curriculum
33 Total Credits
11 Courses
In this customizable MBA online program, you will need 33 credit hours to graduate, including eight core courses and three elective courses. Choose your elective courses from a wide range of career-ready options taught by experienced, responsive faculty.
Each IACBE-accredited MBA course is 100% online with a duration of seven weeks. Deepen your understanding of advanced topics in finance, economics, organizational behavior, strategic management, marketing management, and more.
Course Highlights
- Executive Leadership
- Finance for Managers
- Strategic Management
- MBA Capstone
Admissions Requirements
Admission Requirements
Application Deadline 08/26/2025
Start Date 09/08/2025
If you have a bachelor’s degree and a 2.75 GPA, you’re ready to apply to NPU’s online MBA program. North Park offers six start dates per year, so you can submit your application now and begin when you’re ready. Plus, no application fee or entrance exams are required.
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
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| Degree and Minimum GPA | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale |
| Transcripts | Provide official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please send transcripts to: North Park University Admissions 3225 W. Foster Ave., Box 19 Chicago, IL 60625 Electronic transcripts can be submitted to: DataEntry@northpark.edu If ordering directly from Parchment or Clearinghouse, please select North Park University. |
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| Official Test Score(s) | No entrance exams required |
It’s Always a Good Time to Apply to North Park
With multiple start dates per year, we make it easy for you to apply to the program of your choice and begin your educational journey. Our admissions process is straightforward, and our team is always here to guide you through the process.
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Many hiring managers consider an MBA essential for career advancement, and now is the perfect time to boost your credentials with a pay-by-the-course online MBA program.
| Cost per Credit Hour | $880 |
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| Total Number of Credit Hours | 33 |
| Total Estimated Tuition | $29,040 plus fees |
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| Other Costs to Budget For | Your only additional costs will be for books and materials not billed to you by North Park. These costs can vary depending on what courses you need to take, how you obtain textbooks, and a variety of other factors. |
Military Students at North Park
North Park University welcomes veterans of the US Armed Forces as students. Financial benefits are available for veterans attending the university as undergraduate or graduate students. Questions about benefits for veterans should be directed to the veterans coordinator in the Office of the Registrar at (773) 244-5560 or by email.
Paying for Your North Park Degree
There are multiple options for financing your degree at North Park. Be sure to submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year and explore third-party scholarship opportunities. Investing in your education is a big decision, and we are here to help you finance your degree in a way that fits your needs. Programs are not eligible for NPU scholarships, Graduate Assistantship, or tuition discounts.
Tuition Details
Prepare for Career Advancement with an Online MBA
Equipped with this interdisciplinary MBA degree, you will be prepared for upper-level roles and increase your earning potential in the corporate, nonprofit, and public sectors. North Park alumni are employed by a wide range of high-achieving firms, including JPMorgan Chase, Chicago Board of Trade, Kaiser Permanente, Motorola, Northern Trust Corporation, Pfizer, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Tribune Media Company, UScellular, World Vision International, and Zebra Technologies.
Median Annual Pay for Master of Business Administration Jobs
Chief Executives $206,680 per year1
General and Operations Managers $129,330 per year2
“The program helped me become more strategic at a higher level.”
– Patty Erickson, MBA, Class of 2010
What You’ll Learn
As a North Park student, you will benefit from our highly relational take on practical coursework. Caring instructors will develop your emotional intelligence as a leader through an array of reflective exercises. Whether you’re seeking a promotion or switching fields, our student-centered online curriculum will help you grow your unique strengths and develop the skills you need to achieve your career goals.
Program Outcomes
- Develop knowledge of organizational behavior and ethics, leadership, finance, accounting, marketing, microeconomics, macroeconomics, strategic management, and quantitative decision analysis as they relate to the modern global business and management environments.
- Analyze ethical dilemmas encountered by leaders and managers and defend the use of specific ethical standards and frameworks for their prevention and/or resolution.
- Demonstrate a high level of communication ability needed by effective business professionals.
Expert Faculty Who Are Committed to Your Success
Our instructors have professional experience in their respective fields and are ready to form meaningful relationships with you as they guide and mentor you toward success. Our faculty are committed to the achievement of every student.
Alvin Kamienski, Professor of Finance
Faculty Spotlight: Alvin Kamienski
Dr. Al Kamienski, who has professional experience in global management consulting and corporate finance, researches the economics of freedom and happiness, international business instruction, and nonprofit finance. He is also the founding director of the grant-funded Freedom Forum, a student-led organization exploring issues of economic freedom in theory and practice.
Credentials
- PhD, Educational Psychology, Loyola University Chicago
- MBA, Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University
- BA, Economics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Awards
- Zenos Hawkinson Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership, North Park University
Online Learning Experience
At North Park University, we’re here for you — even when you aren’t here. Our online programs are delivered through Canvas and taught by responsive faculty. You’ll be supported every step of the way.
Benefits:
- Hands-on, supportive faculty who have experience in online learning environments
- Flexible coursework that can be completed when and where you are
- Connections with a diverse student body from many walks of life, helping you develop a global perspective
Sources
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. “Chief Executives.” Retrieved February 19, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes111011.htm.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. “General and Operations Managers.” Retrieved February 19, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes111021.htm.