Get MORE With an MBA.

MORE with an MBA

The Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University is a student-centered business college with top ranked MBA programs designed to help you achieve MORE of your personal and professional goals. KSU MBA graduates are highly skilled leaders at the helm of thriving businesses across Metro Atlanta and beyond.

Coles College is among the TOP 2 PERCENT of business schools worldwide featuring dual accreditation by AACSB International in both Business and Accounting.

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An MBA from Kennesaw State University Means MORE:

Salary

On average, MBA graduates experience a cumulative salary increase of more than one million dollars over a 30-year career. In addition, recent employment outcomes show our graduating MBAs have an average total compensation package of over $123,000, including salary, bonus, and other benefits, with nearly 30% reporting a promotion at or around the time of graduation.

Value

Kennesaw State University offers some of the most valuable MBA programs in the region. Our MBA programs represent cost-effective alternatives to other institutions that demand significantly higher tuition fees. This makes KSU an attractive choice for students seeking a high return on investment from one of the top institutions in Georgia.

Opportunity

The Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University is the second-largest business school in Georgia. Our MBA programs provide extensive networking opportunities with our distinguished alumni community and top employers in the Metro Atlanta area. As part of our growth strategy, we maintain a close-knit community, fostering connections between alumni and current students to enhance professional development and career opportunities.

Innovation

Kennesaw State University is at the forefront of educational innovation, incorporating AI technology into our curriculum. We continually update our MBA concentrations to reflect industry trends, including new specializations in FinTech, Digital Marketing, Organizational Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and Information Security and Assurance.

Respect

Kennesaw State University is classified as an R2 research institution, placing it among the top 6% of U.S. colleges. The Michael J. Coles College of Business is AACSB-accredited in both business and accounting, positioning it in the top 2% of business schools worldwide.

Compare KSU's MBA Options

WebMBA Evening MBA Executive MBA
The 100% online format offers you, wherever you live and work, the opportunity to earn your MBA from this #1 rated online MBA program. Part-time evening program and Flexible Pace. Take courses at your own pace. Great ROI. Multiple locations convenient to where you live or work. Designed for working professionals like you looking to advance your career. True weekend format. Proven ROI. Convenient location.
Part-time, 100% online format offers you the opportunity to earn your MBA wherever you live or work. Team-based, cohort-based, asynchronous learning. Select a convenient location: Cobb Galleria, Sandy Springs and KSU Center, Kennesaw Location: KSU Center, Kennesaw

Top 5 part-time MBA program in Georgia according to US News & World Report 2024 MBA rankings

AACSB Accredited

Ranked among the Best Programs in the Nation on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best MBA Programs

AACSB Accredited

Ranked #1 in Georgia and 3rd in North America by CEO Magazine (2024)

AACSB Accredited
20 months/5 semesters Flexible: 19 months to 6 years 19 Months
Two courses per semester for five consecutive semesters (summers included) Monday – Thursday evenings, 6:00 – 8:45 PM with classes at the KSU Center, the Cobb Galleria and Downtown Sandy Springs Approximately one weekend per month (Saturday and Sunday)
Cohort based. Program Entry in Fall or Spring Start in Fall, Spring, or Summer Cohort based. Start Fall
  • 100% online
  • Comprehensive, practical, streamlined curriculum
  • Industry-experienced, doctoral faculty
  • Weekly meetings with your team to collaborate on group projects
  • Comprehensive core curriculum with seven concentrations in Accounting, Digital Marketing, Finance, FinTech, General Management, Information Security & Assurance, Organizational Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Dual Degree options available with MSIS, MPA, MSW and MSCM.
  • Industry-experienced, doctoral faculty
  • Practical curriculum
  • Leadership and teaming focus
  • Applied integrated curriculum designed to be instantly applicable in the workplace
GMAT/GRE not required in most cases* GMAT/GRE not required in most cases* No GMAT required in most cases*
Minimum of two years professional work experience required No minimum number of years of professional work experience requirement Minimum of five years professional work experience required

*No GMAT/GRE score is required to complete your application file for review. If after the initial review of your completed file, we find that a test score would make your file more competitive among our applicant pool, we may reach back out encouraging you to submit a score.