Online M.B.A.
Become an Innovative Business Leader with an Online M.B.A.
100% Online
12 to 18 Months
30 to 36 Credit Hours
$780 per Credit
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Earn a STEM-Designated M.B.A. in as Few as 12 Months
- Apply By: 08/05/26
- Start Class: 08/24/26
Success in today’s competitive business climate demands a dynamic range of skills that empower you to lead and innovate with confidence. Winthrop University’s online Master of Business Administration delivers career-aligned expertise through a rigorous curriculum that spans globalization, technology, strategic management and beyond. You’ll develop advanced competencies in business analytics, financial analysis and organizational leadership, with the opportunity to choose an optional concentration.
Available in-person and online, our Master of Business Administration program provides options for full-time students and working professionals.
Program Details
- Ranked among the Best Online M.B.A. Programs1
- Includes built-in micro-certificates
- Accredited by AACSB International
- GMAT waivers are available
- A business background is not required*
What Online M.B.A. Concentrations Does Winthrop Offer?
Customize your online M.B.A. program for your goals by choosing one of the following concentrations. Each option adds six credit hours to your online M.B.A. experience while enabling you to align your skills with the needs of employers in growing fields.
Healthcare Management, M.B.A.
- Online
- 12 – 18 Months
- 36 Credit Hours
Develop business expertise tailored to healthcare leadership as you prepare to transform the operations of hospitals and health systems.
View ProgramMarketing, M.B.A.
- Online
- 12 – 18 Months
- 36 Credit Hours
Delve into marketing analytics, sales forecasting, leadership dynamics and more while learning strategic approaches to marketing decision-making.
View ProgramStrategic Leadership, M.B.A.
- Online
- 12 – 18 Months
- 36 Credit Hours
Explore key concepts in leadership, global competitiveness and human resources management to get on the fast track to executive-level management.
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Curriculum
Our Credential-Rich Curriculum Goes Beyond the Typical M.B.A.
30 to 36 Credit Hours
10 to 12 Courses
Tailored for aspiring business leaders and innovators, Winthrop’s M.B.A. curriculum immerses you in foundational and forward-looking concepts that drive career advancement. The core coursework includes built-in micro-certificates to enhance the credentials you attain after graduation, and the optional concentrations enable you to specialize in fields where professionals with advanced business prowess can make a lasting impact.
Are you new to the business field? You can choose an optional internship to gain practical work experience as you get ready to change careers.
What Sets Our M.B.A. Courses Apart?
STEM-Designated M.B.A.
Designated a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), our coursework delves into science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Accredited by AACSB International
As one of the 5 percent of the world’s business programs with AACSB accreditation, Winthrop delivers the advanced expertise that business leaders need today.
Engage with Expert Business Faculty
Learn from faculty members dedicated to your success. Most of the classes are taught by the same full-time instructors as our on-campus M.B.A.
Admissions Requirements
Take Your Next Step to an M.B.A. Degree
Application Deadline 08/05/26
Start Date 08/24/26
At Winthrop, you’ll receive support for your academic journey from the moment you apply. Our online M.B.A. program includes the following requirements to ensure you’re ready to succeed when the rigorous coursework begins. Remember that our enrollment specialists are here to help—request information to get answers to any questions you may have.
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
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| Application Fee | One-time fee of $50, paid online |
| Degree and Minimum GPA | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (prerequisite courses may be needed for holders of a non-business degree); there is no minimum GPA requirement |
| Transcripts | Official transcripts from all institutions attended, even if the classes were transferred or if the applicant withdrew from the school |
| Transfer Credits | Transfer up to nine credits |
| GMAT/GRE Waiver | Apply for a GMAT waiver if you have:
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| GMAT/GRE Requirement | Minimum GMAT score of 400 (GRE score of 292 may be accepted in lieu of a GMAT score |
| Additional Requirements | Strategic Leadership concentration applicants must have five or more years of professional work experience |
International Students
International students must have a course-by-course evaluation of their international coursework conducted by an independent evaluation service and have the official report sent directly to us. Accepted services include World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions. Students must also demonstrate English language proficiency with one of the following:
- A TOEFL score of at least 550 on the paper-based test or at least 79 on the internet-based test
- An IELTS score of at least 6.5
- Successful completion of level 112 of the Intensive English for Academic Purposes Program from an English Language School (ELS) center
For a full list of international admission requirements, visit the Admissions page.
Discover a Simple, Supportive Admissions Process
Winthrop understands that every student has unique needs and goals. So, we designed our Admissions Hub to provide guidance on forging your own path to an online program. Whether you want to transfer credits, have military experience or live abroad, you’ll find resources that help you take the next step. If you’d like to talk with an enrollment specialist, request information or call 833-257-1704.
AdmissionsTuition & Aid
Invest in Your Future as a Results-Driven Business Professional
Calculate your cost for attending Winthrop University Use our tuition calculator to help you estimate your total tuition costs.
In addition to recognizing Winthrop for offering one of the Best Online M.B.A. Programs, U.S. News & World Report named us a Best Value School for 2025.2 This distinction reaffirms our commitment to delivering a cost-effective experience and a solid ROI to professionals ready to seek career advancement.
| Cost per Credit Hour | $780 |
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| Other Costs to Budget For | Costs for books and supplies are not charged directly to the student’s account. Actual student expenses will vary depending on the student’s class schedule. |
The schedule of fees is subject to change, and additional fees may apply.
Our Mission: To Empower the Success of Military Students
Winthrop University is proud to support the aspirations of active-duty service members and veterans. Here, you can make the most of your VA educational benefits and take advantage of our participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program. We’re committed to providing a welcoming and supportive learning environment for military students, which is reflected in our ranking among the Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
Explore the Tuition and Financial Aid Details
Winthrop University strives to deliver a solid return on your educational investment, and it shows. Ranked among the Best Value Schools for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report, we design online programs to provide impactful, cost-effective experiences. Visit our Tuition and Aid page to explore financial aid options, scholarships and other ways to make it more affordable to acquire a bachelor’s or master’s degree with the power to transform your career.
Tuition DetailsMicro-Certificates
Earn Built-In Micro-Certificates with Your M.B.A.
Winthrop offers one of the most distinct online M.B.A. programs in South Carolina by incorporating micro-certificates directly into the curriculum—without extending your course load. These built-in credentials will give you impressive qualifications that enhance your resume and help you stand out to employers as you move your career forward. Each micro-certificate includes three courses, immersing you in applied analytics, managerial economics, organizational leadership and more.
What Careers Can I Pursue with an Online Business Degree?
Complete Winthrop University’s M.B.A. online to gain a competitive edge for senior roles in business and beyond. As a STEM-designated program, the coursework surpasses traditional business education by preparing you for careers at the forefront of innovation, research and development. Upon graduation, you’ll have advanced skills that have enabled our alumni to join leading organizations, such as Bank of America, Duke Energy, Vanguard and Wells Fargo.
Explore CareersOur small classes and expert faculty foster a tightly networked community of professionals dedicated to excellence.
What You’ll Learn
For students across the country—including Winthrop’s home state of South Carolina—earning an M.B.A. online provides the expertise needed for senior business roles. To enhance your education, you’ll acquire built-in micro-certificates in high-demand areas while completing a curriculum with STEM designation, helping you gain innovative skills that complement your business acumen.
Program Outcomes
- Strategic Thinking: Devise strong strategies to address organizational situations
- Problem Solving: Apply quantitative tools, strategies and data for successful decision-making
- Critical Thinking: Develop innovative approaches to change using knowledge of the factors that underlie business issues
- Leadership: Demonstrate natural leadership in organizational situations
- Ethics: Recognize ethical dilemmas and apply ethical frameworks in addressing the consequences of business decisions
- Communications: Deliver professional, researched, business presentations and documents.
- Marketing: Create powerful, evidence-based marketing and pricing strategies that drive profit
Expert Faculty Members. Exceptional Online Instruction.
Study online with Winthrop to learn from many of the same accomplished, experienced faculty members who teach on campus, which leads to a consistent, academically rigorous experience. Our educators receive training on virtual instructional technologies, enabling them to deliver high-quality and engaging coursework throughout your online program.
Philip Gibson, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Accreditation; Professor, Master of Business Administration
Faculty Spotlight: Philip Gibson, Ph.D.
Dr. Philip Gibson is the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Accreditation and a professor in the Master of Business Administration program. In high school, Dr. Gibson discovered how fascinating economics and sociology could be. That passion grew as his Jamaican school propelled him to college and then a career as a college professor.
Upon arriving in the United States to attend Prairie View A&M University, Dr. Gibson shifted his focus to finance. During his undergraduate years, a faculty mentor encouraged him to pursue a Ph.D. in personal financial planning at Texas Tech University. After completing his doctoral studies, Dr. Gibson chose academia, driven by a desire to educate students about money and provide guidance on opportunities in finance.
Dr. Gibson joined the Winthrop faculty in 2014 as an assistant professor and leader of the financial planning program. He was promoted to associate professor in 2018, professor in 2022 and Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Accreditation in 2024.
Dr. Gibson holds two directorship roles in the College of Business and Technology, as director of the financial planning program and of the Charles Schwab Foundation Financial Planning Professional Development program. Additionally, he has secured numerous gifts from donors such as TD Ameritrade and Wells Fargo Advisors to support Winthrop business students in their professional development efforts and to fund scholarships, licensing and travel to professional conferences.
Accolades
- Distinguished Professor of the Year (2024)
- 50 Under 50 Influential African American Advisors — Association of African American Advisors (2021 and 2022)
- 40 Under 40 — Investment News (2020)
Sources and Disclaimer
- U.S. News & World Report. “Best Online MBA Programs.” Retrieved October 27, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/mba/rankings.
- U.S. News & World Report. “Winthrop University Rankings.” Retrieved October 27, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/winthrop-university-3456/overall-rankings.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Financial Managers.” Retrieved October 27, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/financial-managers.htm.
- Salary.com. “Healthcare Program Manager Salary in the United States.” Retrieved October 27, 2025, from https://www.salary.com/research/salary/recruiting/healthcare-program-manager-salary.
*Students who do not have a background in business must complete prerequisite foundation courses. Winthrop offers many of these courses through Blackboard for free. For more information on prerequisite foundation courses, please request information.