Program Overview
Why the Online MBA in Finance Is Right for You
Become an effective financial decision-maker your organization trusts with the knowledge you will gain in the MBA in Finance online program from Northwest Missouri State University.
The curriculum offers an impactful examination of the role financial institutions play in the global economy, as well as the use of financial management, investing and market data to make managerial business decisions.
In this accredited program, you will study practical fundamentals of investments, financial markets, institutions, international finance, and more. Plus, prepare for managerial roles with a foundational business background that includes accounting, economics, marketing and organizational behavior.
Highly qualified, caring faculty with professional credentials teach all courses with an emphasis on developing management skills through relevant, real-world applications.
MBA Finance career opportunities include:
- Accounting Manager
- Financial Manager
- Finance Director
- Accounting Manager
- Financial Manager
- Finance Director
Online MBA programs also available
Northwest online offers a variety of specialized MBAs. Check out all of our online MBA concentrations.
Accreditation:
The business programs at Northwest Missouri State University are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information about ACBSP accreditation, visit acbsp.org.
Tuition
Our Pay-by-the-course Tuition Is Affordable
Our online MBA – Finance degree program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. There is a $36 per course fee.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA Finance | $464 | $1,392 | $14,280 |
Important Refund Information
| 2nd day of class | Last date for 100% refund for dropped course |
| 4th day of class | Last date for 75% refund for dropped course |
| 6th day of class | Last date for 50% refund for dropped course |
| 8th day of class | Last date for 25% refund for dropped course |
Required Fees:
Required fee per course: $36
Total required fees: $360
Tuition breakdown:
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Calendar
Important Dates for Our Student
Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2 | 6/23/25 | 6/6/25 | 6/11/25 | 6/13/25 | 6/17/25 | 8/8/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/25/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/20/25 | 10/10/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/20/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/9/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/15/25 | 12/5/25 |
| Spring 1 | 1/12/26 | 1/5/26 | 1/6/26 | 1/7/26 | 1/8/26 | 2/27/26 |
| Spring 2 | 3/9/26 | 2/20/26 | 2/25/26 | 2/27/26 | 3/3/26 | 4/24/26 |
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Admissions
Look Over These Admission Requirements for the Online Finance MBA Program
At Northwest, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MBA in Finance online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:
Required Documentation
Applicants to Northwest’s MBA program who have a bachelor's degree in business* from a regionally accredited university must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and one of the following:
- Three years of continuous professional, full-time work experience
- Three years of continuous full-time U.S.-enlisted or commissioned military service
- Graduate degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- 3.50 or higher undergraduate GPA
- GMAT score of 440 or above
- Admission index of 1100 (undergraduate GPA x 200 + GMAT)
- GRE score of 285 or above
- Admission index of 965 (undergraduate GPA x 200 + GRE)
- 70th percentile or above score on the Major Field Test for Business
*In addition to the general requirements prescribed by the Graduate School, all students without an undergraduate degree in a business field must successfully complete the MGMT 54201: MBA Business Foundation course before any graduate course.
Official transcript(s) may be emailed to:
[email protected].
Official documents may be mailed to:
Graduate Records Specialist
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Have a question? Call us at 844-890-9304.
Click here for State Authorization information.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Resume detailing professional experience
- 3 years of work experience or acceptable GMAT/GRE score
Courses
Browse The Dynamic Coursework for the Online MBA in Finance
For the MBA in Finance online, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours), including 21 hours of core courses and 9 hours of finance concentration courses.
Note: If offered, students may take ECON 52654 (Managerial Economics) in place of ECON 52651.
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*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition.
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