Our in-person, full-time MBA program offers a rigorous graduate school experience that strengthens your communication, hones your strategic instincts and expands your industry expertise. Because of its full-time format, you can earn your Master of Business Administration in as little as one year.
- Fall - Aug. 1
- Spring - Dec. 1
If you are an international student, the full-time MBA office must receive all completed applications and supplementary materials by January 1. To learn more about the international student application process, please contact xumba@xavier.edu.
To be considered for admission into the MBA program, you must submit the following materials:
- Completed application.
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, sent directly from the institution; electronic transcripts are preferred.
- A current résumé documenting work experience.
- Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources; recommender names/emails can be uploaded to the application, allowing the recommendation form to be sent to them by email.
- A personal statement regarding the motivation and goals that have prompted your application to the full-time MBA program.
- A personal interview (if requested) by the admissions committee.
You are considered for admission into the program once all application materials have been received.
Before starting the MBA journey, students may need to build foundational knowledge by completing:
- ACCT 500 - Foundations of Financial Accounting (3)
- BAIS 500 - Business Statistics (3)
These may be waived by exam or prior undergraduate coursework.
Core MBA courses develop strategic and analytical business decision-making skills. Courses include:
- ACCT 550 - Managerial Accounting (3)
- BAIS 550 - Business Information Systems (3)
- BAIS 551 - Operational Analysis (3)
- BLAW 550 - Business Law and Ethics (3)
- BUAD 550 - International Business (3) or other approved course
- ECON 550 - Managerial Economics (3)
- FINC 550 - Fundamentals of Finance (3)
- MGMT 550 - Strategy and Organizations (3)
- MKTG 550 - Marketing Strategy (3)
The MBA program concludes with a capstone course integrating foundation and core knowledge. Students enroll in their final semester.
- BUAD 690 - Corporate Governance (3)
- BUAD 691 - Global Strategic Thinking (3)
- BUAD 694 - Bond Portfolio Management (3)
Students must complete at least nine credit hours of electives. A concentration fulfills this requirement.
Concentration areas include:
- Business Administration
- Business Intelligence
- Finance
- Innovation
- Change/Entrepreneurship
- International Business
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
- Values-Based Leadership
BLAW 550 - Business Law and Ethics
The course revolves around an organization's core values (e.g., leadership, integrity, honesty, etc.). It explores the relationship between ethics and law by discussing legal concepts (e.g., compliance, governance, discrimination, products and liability) and then analyzing the ethical implications of these same topics. The class format includes lectures, case analyses, discussions using the Socratic method and groups, and student team projects. Students take weekly quizzes, conduct research, and write a paper exploring an approved business legal and ethics topic they select.
ECON 550 - Managerial Economics
Managerial economics analyzes consumer and firm behavior to provide a strong theoretical understanding of how consumers make decisions and how firms maximize profit. With this foundation, the second part of the course examines how firms are organized and their behavior in various market situations. The course concludes with an analysis of how to make effective decisions regarding hiring, managing and motivating workers.
FINC 550 - Fundamentals of Finance
Fundamentals of Finance helps students understand the basic principles and techniques used in the financial management of a business. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamentals of finance, with special emphasis on financial decisions within the context of the corporation.
BUAD 550 International Business
This course seeks to expand students’ perspectives by examining issues in international business, including globalization and differences in political and economic systems. Students also explore cultural differences across countries, comparative advantage and trade policy, exchange rates, international capital markets and global finance, strategy and regional economic integration agreements.
Tuition
- MBA and non-degree seeking..............$942
Fees
- One-Time Program Fee..............$250
- Student ID Fee..............$12.50
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking full-time..............$15 (per semester)
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking part-time..............$10 (per semester)
For the full, official listing, please visit xavier.edu/costs.
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Program Features
With its rigorous schedule, Xavier’s MBA expedites your career growth. You can finish your degree in as little as one year and be on your way to a fulfilling professional path.
Our MBA program offers multiple concentrations, ranging from business intelligence and analytics to supply chain management.
AACSB-accredited schools offer students a relevant and challenging curriculum, the highest quality faculty and career opportunities not found at other business schools.
MBA programs at Xavier University no longer require the GMAT or GRE test scores of applicants for admission.
Xavier University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community of business leaders. We offer various scholarships to support talented individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact.
In our full-time MBA program, students dive into the global business scene by participating in a for-credit international business experience.
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FAQ
Xavier University's on-campus, full-time MBA program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and network to excel in today's dynamic business landscape. Learn more.
As one of the most versatile graduate degrees, an MBA degree opens exciting opportunities for you and your career. With the varied knowledge you gain and the array of competencies you acquire, you become an in-demand and competitive applicant, entering into a growing workforce and earning a steady income.
Xavier’s Master of Business Administration graduates see a strong return on their investment. On average, our full-time MBA students earn a salary of $81,1000.
Equipped with a master’s in business administration, you can work in business and financial occupations, such as:
- Budget Analyst
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Human Resources Specialist
- Market Research Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Training and Development Specialist
Xavier University’s full-time MBA program is an in-person program. Classes will be held at Xavier's campus in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In addition to our in-person, full-time MBA, Xavier also offers an online MBA that can be completed full-time or part-time.
Yes, Xavier University's MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB accreditation is considered the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.
Yes. The Williams College of Business has dedicated scholarships for graduate business programs, including the full-time on-campus MBA program.
Full-Time MBA Program Program at Xavier University
Gain the specialized expertise and real-world experience needed to excel in the business world by enrolling in Xavier University’s full-time MBA degree program. Through the broad range of instruction, you advance your knowledge and build a diverse skill set that supports your career readiness. Establish yourself as a leader in business by earning your master’s in business administration at Xavier!
Xavier University's Williams College of Business is accredited by the AACSB. AACSB-accredited schools offer students a relevant and challenging curriculum, the highest quality faculty and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."