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Business Administration
Master of Business Administration

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.


Earn an MBA entirely online in as little as 16 months for about $21,000. The online Master of Business Administration program at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed for busy professionals looking to gain the skills and knowledge that today’s employers need. Learn from faculty members who are active or former professionals in industry, government, and non-profit organizations and discuss course concepts with classmates who have a range of professional and life experiences. Earn a specialization in one of 10 key areas: cybersecurity management and policy; cybersecurity technology; data analytics; human resource management; finance; global business; marketing; nonprofit management; project management; or general management.

Course materials are available as no-cost electronic resources through UMGC's online classroom for most courses in this online program, so you can save money on textbooks. And, the GMAT is not required for admission!

Program Highlights
  • Gain knowledge: Apply knowledge of business administration and management by integrating and applying principles from key functional disciplines of business.  

  • Lead ethically: Exemplify ethical leadership by making ethical business decisions while demonstrating leadership skills, teamwork, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

  • Implement a plan: Create business strategy by conducting research, analyzing and interpreting findings, and implementing a business plan.  

  • Generate ideas: Engage in innovative and critical thinking by generating and evaluating entrepreneurial ideas and formulating, evaluating, and implementing business solutions.  

  • Solve problems: Make decisions and solve problems in a global context by framing business decisions in the context of a global environment.  

  • Transform data: Transform data into insights by using data analytics and technological approaches to analyze information and make evidence-based decisions.  

  • Communicate effectively: Formulate and deliver communications by communicating effectively in various settings to diverse stakeholders.

Required Courses

This program requires a total of 30 credits. You’ll take 18 credits of core courses, 9 credits chosen from specialization areas, and a 3-credit capstone.

Core Courses

  • (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
  • (3 Credits, MRKT 600)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 605)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 620)
  • (3 Credits, FIN 610)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 610)

Elective/Specialization Courses

Take three 3-credit courses in one of our specializations (outlined under Select MBA Elective/Specialization Courses) for a total of 9 credits. We recommend you complete your core courses first, then your three specialization courses, before wrapping up with your capstone.

Capstone Course

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 690)
Career Preparation

This online program is designed to help you prepare for management careers in business, government, or nonprofit organizations. UMGC's online MBA program courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

We recommend you have strong writing and analytical skills as well as basic IT knowledge before starting the MBA program.

Total Program Credits
30
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
  • Transfer up to 12 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $336 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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Business Administration & Management
Bachelor of Science

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.


Gain a well-rounded education that provides foundational, workplace-relevant management and leadership skills, organizational theory, and operational knowledge with an online bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from University of Maryland Global Campus. Boost your marketability by building key business knowledge in finance, marketing, operations, human resources, strategic management, and more. Learn under the tutelage of experienced faculty members who bring their practical expertise to the classroom. Save time and money with our convenient online courses and generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step and apply today!

Program Highlights
  • Evaluate data: Evaluate qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making. 
  • Communicate effectively: Communicate a shared vision across all levels of an organization that will drive strategy. 
  • Practice management: Apply functions of management comprising planning, organizing, and controlling job performance with employees. 
  • Demonstrate leadership: Demonstrate emotional intelligence and ethical decision making. 
  • Apply strategies: Apply global business strategies, integrating corporate responsibility and sustainable practices for positive social impact. 
  • Champion innovation: Utilize innovative technologies to meet organizational goals.  
Required Courses

Core Courses (Major) 

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 110)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 317)  
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 330) 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 364)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 365) 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 392) 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 411)  
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 484) 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 382)
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 300)

Capstone Course (Major) 

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 495) 
Career Preparation

This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful careers in business and management. Graduates may pursue career paths in various business sectors including finance, marketing, human resources and operations. Potential job titles in this industry include business analyst, management analyst, marketing manager, human resources manager, operations manager, management consultant, general manager, product manager, and more.  

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

No previous experience is needed.

Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $250 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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Management: Human Resource Management
Master's Concentration

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.


Earn an online Master of Science in management with a concentration in human resource management at University of Maryland Global Campus. Gain career-relevant skills that can help you stand out in today’s competitive market. Study in a convenient online classroom with knowledgeable faculty members who are valued leaders in the field. Take advantage of our lifetime career services, which are comprehensive and available to all UMGC alumni at no cost. Why wait? Enroll today and advance your career in human resources! 

Program Highlights
  • Design HR policies: Design human resources policies and processes to support changing environmental factors and organizational goals.
  • Manage employees: Evaluate employee relations in union and non-union organizations.
  • Recruit effectively: Design efficient and effective recruitment and selection methods.
  • Evaluate strategies: Evaluate strategies, procedures, and techniques of job analysis, design, and evaluation; performance appraisal; and compensation management.
  • Develop a workforce: Prescribe appropriate organizational development strategies and techniques.
  • Design training plans: Design an effective training plan that aligns with overall company strategy.
  • Formulate solutions: Formulate solutions for managing virtual and global teams.
Required Courses

This program requires a total of 36 credits. Please take these courses in the order listed.

Core Courses

  • (3 Credits, MGMT 610)
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 615)
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 650)

Concentration Courses

  • (3 Credits, HRMD 610)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 620)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 630)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 640)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 651)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 665)

Capstone Course

  • (3 Credits, HRMD 670) or (3 Credits, MGMT 670)
Career Preparation

This program is designed to help you prepare for HR careers in a variety of professional contexts. The skills you learn in this program will translate over to industries in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

To be successful in this program, we recommend that students have a strong background in matters of statistics and either finance or accounting. Strong writing skills are also encouraged. 

Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
  • All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
  • $336 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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