Master's Programs

MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) 

An MBA is one of the best ways to accelerate one's career, and Kent State University is one of the best places to earn an MBA. Kent State offers both Full-time (in-person) and Online MBA options, as well as MBA dual-degrees in architecture, communication studies, library and information science, nursing, podiatric medicine, sports administration and translation.        

  • Full-Time (In-Person) MBA

    Full-Time (In-Person) MBA

    The Full-time MBA is a cohort program with primarily day courses and can be completed in 12 months.

  • Online MBA

    Online MBA

    The Online MBA program is designed for working professionals and is structured in a flexible modular format with five possible start dates per year. 

  • MBA Dual Degree Programs

    MBA Dual Degree Programs

    Pursue two degrees simultaneously. Pair an MBA with: Architecture, Aviation Management & Logistics, Communication Studies, Higher Ed., Administration of Student Affairs, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Library and Information Science, Nursing, Podiatric Medicine, Sports Administration and Translation Studies. 


    SPECIALIZED MASTERS 

    The specialized master's in business programs provide a strong theoretical foundation as well as an understanding of practical applications of the discipline. The Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Kent State University offers a Master of Science (MS) degree in Accounting, Master of Science (MS) degree in Business Analytics and Master of Arts (MA) degree in Economics.

    • Economics - M.A.E.

      Economics - M.A.E.

      The MAE provides a foundation in the tools of economic policy and data analysis. 

    • Accounting - M.S.A.

      Accounting - M.S.A.

      Offered 100% online, the MSA program is ideal for students interested in a range of accounting and financial careers. An accelerated program is also available.

    • Business Analytics - M.S. (In-Person)

      Business Analytics - M.S. (In-Person)

      The MSBA helps students gain the technical, analytical, communication, decision-making and leadership skills needed to be a successful business analyst in a sought-after field.

    • Business Analytics - M.S. (Online)

      Business Analytics - M.S. (Online)

      The online MSBA helps students gain the technical, analytical, communication, decision-making and leadership skills needed to be a successful business analyst in a sought-after field.


    GRADUATE CERTIFICATES

     

    • Business Certificate Programs at Kent State

      Business Certificate Programs at Kent State

      Graduate certificates provide business skills and knowledge to succeed in the next phase of your career. We currently have ten certificates for credit available in areas of  accounting, business analytics, international business, leadership, management and more. The not-for-credit Certified Business Advisor certificate is also available. 

    • Achieve Your Stackable MBA Online at Kent State University

      Achieve Your Stackable MBA Online at Kent State University

      Not ready to take on a full master’s program? Our stackable certificate pathway to the MBA degree may be right for you: build your degree one step at a time.

    Direct Admission & Combined Degree Programs Applicants for our master’s program who are currently undergraduate business students can qualify for Direct Admission and Combined Degree Programs.

    Master's Advisory Board

    Meet the members of our Master's Program Advisory Board. If interested in joining, please contact Dr. Chris Groening.

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    Roberto Chavez
    Graduate Programs Director

    rechavez@kent.edu

    Christopher Groening, Ph.D.
    Associate Dean for Graduate and Online Programs

    cgroenin@kent.edu