Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Walden University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) www.hlcommission.org since 1990. The HLC accreditation validates that our institution lives its mission, operates with integrity, offers programs that focus on student learning, hires faculty that are academically qualified, and provides resources and support for student success.

Walden’s MBA program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP accreditation indicates a program has met a standard of excellence with an accreditation process based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. In 2020, Walden’s College of Management and Technology and School of Management received the Silver Achievement Award from ACBSP, which recognizes high standards in business education.

Traditionally, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) takes two years of schooling. However, with Walden’s One-Year Fast-Track MBA option, you could complete your business administration master’s in just 12 months.¹ That’s because Walden’s One-Year Fast-Track MBA allows you to double up on your coursework, giving you the ability to complete all the degree requirements in a year.

¹Time to completion and cost are not estimates of individual experience and will vary based on individual factors applicable to the student. Factors may be programmatic or academic such as tuition and fee increases and/or the student’s transfer credits accepted by Walden; program or specialization changes; unsuccessful course completion; credit load per term; part-time vs. full-time enrollment; writing, research, and editing skills; and individual progress in the program. Other factors may include personal issues such as the student’s employment obligations, caregiving responsibilities or health issues, leaves of absence, or other personal circumstances.

If you keep up with your courses, you can complete Walden’s One-Year Fast-Track MBA degree in fewer terms than it would take to complete the degree in a traditional program. That can save money and time, yet still allow you to graduate with the same level of education and the same degree a traditional MBA program would offer.

Walden does not require college-level testing. Our admissions requirements are based on an applicant’s professional and academic experience.

Depending on your study habits and writing experience, you should plan to spend 15 to 18 hours a week on a 3-credit course. You should also factor in daily time in the online classroom to participate in discussions and prepare and upload assignments.

No, Walden University provides an online learning platform for working professionals. Since 1970, Walden has dedicated its resources to improving and innovating the online learning experience for professionals who want to pursue their education without disrupting their careers. The university provides comprehensive student services, including 24/7 tech support, as well as multiple pathways to degree completion.