Part-Time Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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Overview
Our part-time MBA program promises flexibility and empowers you to gain the industry knowledge you need without sacrificing your work-life balance.

In Xavier University’s part-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, dive into a rigorous business education that supports your career growth while also matching your busy schedule. Located at our main campus in Cincinnati, the part-time MBA offers a degree program that addresses your needs as a working professional by diversifying your skill set, expanding your practical expertise and helping you become a competitive candidate.

Admission
Admission to Xavier’s full-time MBA program is rolling, which allows you to begin your graduate studies throughout the academic year.
While there is no formal application deadline, the following dates are recommended to ensure timely processing of your application materials and course registration:
  • Fall - Aug. 1
  • Spring - Dec. 1

To learn more about international student admission requirements and the process, please visit International Admission.

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.

Curriculum
Xavier’s part-time MBA curriculum aims to strengthen your competencies in all business areas, providing quality instruction, hands-on experiential learning opportunities, and a collaborative community of peers and mentors. concentration in Finance).

The total number of credit hours required to complete the MBA program varies from a minimum of 39 hours (all foundation skills waived with a nine-credit-hour concentration) to a maximum of 48 hours (all foundation skills and a 12-credit-hour concentration in Finance). 

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
Tuition and Fees
At Xavier University, we endeavor to make graduate education accessible to all by providing access to various financial aid resources and offering competitive tuition rates.

Tuition

  • MBA and non-degree seeking..............$942

Fees

  • 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)
The amounts listed are for the 2025-2026 academic year, and include classes from Summer 2025 through Spring 2026. Tuition cost is per credit hour unless otherwise stated.
For the full, official listing, please visit xavier.edu/costs.
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Why Choose Xavier’s Part-Time MBA?

Flexible, part-time format

Our MBA courses are 16 weeks long, and classes meet once a week during fall and spring semesters. During summer terms, classes last six weeks and meet twice per week. 

Develop expertise through concentrations

Our MBA program offers multiple concentrations, ranging from business intelligence and analytics to supply chain management.

AACSB-accredited MBA program

AACSB-accredited schools offer students a relevant and challenging curriculum, the highest quality faculty and career opportunities not found at other business schools.

No GMAT or GRE required to apply

MBA programs at Xavier University no longer require the GMAT or GRE test scores of applicants for admission.

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Rankings and Recognitions

Xavier University's MBA programs consistently rank among the top nationally and statewide, particularly excelling in specialized areas like marketing, business analytics and entrepreneurship.

Scholarship Opportunities
MBA Scholarships

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.

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FAQ

Xavier University's part-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:

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.

Xavier's part-time MBA program is designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. The program typically takes 2-3 years to complete. We also offer a part-time online MBA.

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.

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Part-Time Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program at Xavier University

Take the next step to advance your education and career trajectory with your part-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Xavier University. With our comprehensive curriculum and hands-on, experiential learning opportunities, you gain a versatile skill set that positions you for success in the business world.

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."