The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers an immersive learning experience through real-world practice including case studies, experiential projects, and hands-on consulting engagements with local businesses.
Our faculty bring in business guest speakers, providing several opportunities for networking, internships, and exposure to solving business challenges.
The MBA is a 36 credit hour program designed with input from regional employers, experienced business faculty, and recent MBA graduates to ensure your education makes you Business Ready®.
With small class sizes, you’ll experience frequent one-on-one interaction with our engaged professors for a more rewarding learning experience.
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You might seek a job as a consultant, manager, director, vice president, and executive C-suite roles in any of the following areas (and more):
Hybrid Schedule + Evening Classes
Earn Your Degree for Less Than $13,000*
Faculty Have Real-World Experience
36 Credit Hour Curriculum
Disclaimer: *Based on full-time enrollment with in-state tuition. Program length and cost can vary based on credit hours enrolled, summer term registration, and required/waived fees.
Our program focuses on expanding your critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
You will emerge personally and professionally empowered to pursue a career as a manager, thought leader, or star employee.
Whether you’re a working professional looking to move up the ranks in your field, or someone who wants an educational advantage, our courses are designed for your individual needs.
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Tucked away in the mountains of Western North Carolina, WCU is a close-knit community of faculty and students working together to build a global network. With more than 11,500 students attending Cullowhee, Asheville, and online programs, WCU offers a large network of students and alumni locally and across the country (and around the world!) to leverage for future networking opportunities.
WCU College of Business faculty value one-on-one relationships with students, supporting them throughout their graduate experience and continuing to offer mentorship after the graduation caps have been thrown and tassels turned to the other side.
Our professors share deep business wisdom and offer a rich experience to empower students in their careers now and well into the future. We aim to foster lasting relationships with alumni and local businesses to keep our community thriving together.
Our accredited and devoted faculty are the #1 reason students love their graduate experience at WCU.
Our programs are built around deeply engaged faculty who not only have years of experience as educators but are also leaders in their respective fields, bringing their diverse knowledge directly into each classroom.
