Master of Business Administration in Finance Online

Prepare for high-level roles in finance with a comprehensive study of financial institutions, investments and financial analysis to support decision-making.

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Program Overview

Why the 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.

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.

MBA in Finance career opportunities include:

  • Accounting Manager
  • Financial Manager
  • Finance Director
  • Accounting Manager
  • Financial Manager
  • Finance Director

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Northwest online offers a variety of specialized MBAs. Check out all of our online MBA concentrations.

Total Tuition $13,140*
Program Duration As few as 12-18 months
Credit Hours 30

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.

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Tuition

Our Pay-by-the-course Tuition Is Affordable

Our MBA in Finance online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $13,140*
Per Credit Hour $428

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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.

TermProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlinePayment DueLast Class Day
Spring 23/4/242/19/242/22/242/26/242/28/244/19/24
Summer 14/29/244/15/244/18/244/22/244/24/246/14/24
Summer 26/24/246/7/246/12/246/14/246/18/248/9/24
Fall 18/26/248/12/248/15/248/19/248/21/2410/11/24
Fall 210/21/2410/7/2410/10/2410/14/2410/16/2412/6/24

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Next Apply Date: 4/15/24
Next Class Start Date: 4/29/24
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Admissions

Look Over These Admission Requirements

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:

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

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

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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 This Dynamic Coursework for the 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.

Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the accounting concepts that are useful in making managerial decisions.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An analysis of aggregate economic variables and their relation to business management and decision-making. Macroeconomic models, business fluctuations, and macroeconomic policies will be studied, available empirical data will be analyzed, and their relevance to business decision-making will be examined.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The course includes financial statement analysis, financial planning, capital budgeting, and valuation.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The application of mathematical and statistical methods to business decision-making in the various fields of business. Topics cover a number of subjects, including quality management, linear programming and queuing problems.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A consideration of various behavioral concepts which are found in organizational settings and which have implications for management personnel. Emphasis is on practical application of various topics such as teamwork, leadership, motivation, organizational change and development.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of contemporary business practices utilized by successful organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding current issues faced by senior management. Can be taken only during the last trimester of enrollment.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of contemporary marketing practices built around the strategic marketing process. The central focus is on becoming a customer-focused organization. Areas such as understanding customer satisfaction and customer value, as well as delivery and applied measurement issues, are explored.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A practical course which should enable the student to understand why people invest and how they make their investment decisions. Analysis of individual investment instruments will be the primary focus.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces students to U.S. financial markets and institutions, explaining how they operate, how they promote economic growth and well-being. Among the financial markets examined are those for money markets, mortgages, government and corporate bonds and corporate equity. Financial institutions studied include insurance companies, investment banks, investment companies, pension funds, and Fintech companies. The course also examines the role of the Federal Reserve in the financial system and the nature and purpose of financial regulation.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The course examines the managerial implications of financial decisions for multinational corporations (MNCs).  It will cover topics like exchange rate determination, foreign exchange risk, financial institutions worldwide, international corporate governance, international corporate valuation, and international capital budgeting.

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100% of classes taught by professionals, not graduate assistants

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