Master of Business Administration
Curriculum and Requirements | Online or Face-to-Face
Stetson's STEM-designated Master of Business Administration (MBA) is 36 credit hours, fully online, and built for working professionals who want to advance, switch careers, or start something of their own. Small class sizes and an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio mean individualized access to faculty throughout. With four optional concentrations, you can specialize in Accounting, Data Analytics, Finance, or Human Resource Management.
Why MBA at Stetson University?
General MBA
Earn your MBA online in as little as 18 months with the flexibility to attend weekly interactive sessions with faculty. With small class sizes, our dedicated MBA faculty are able to support each individual's needs and take the time to understand your goals and build long-lasting relationships. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to address challenges in global business, going beyond theory with practical research opportunities. Stetson University is a prestigious AACSB-accredited institution with a long history of excellence in business education since 1897, longer than any other Florida higher educational institution.
Accounting Concentration
The Accounting concentration in the MBA program equips students with the advanced financial knowledge and analytical skills needed to navigate complex accounting challenges in today’s business environment. This concentration provides a deep understanding of taxation, financial planning, forensic accounting and fraud examination, and business valuation. This concentration is ideal for professionals seeking careers as Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), financial controllers, auditors, or consultants in both private and public sectors.
Finance Concentration
Specializing in Finance will prepare you to make strategic financial decisions in a rapidly evolving global economy. With access to highly experienced faculty and innovative technology, this concentration provides a strong foundation in financial management, investment analysis, risk assessment, and corporate finance. A concentration in Finance during your MBA gives you the opportunity to learn all the skills necessary for high-level financial decision-making.
Data Analytics Concentration
Students concentrating in Data Analytics have the opportunity to acquire exceptional technical skills and a strategic mindset, ultimately being able to transform data into actionable business insights. This concentration focuses on various key areas including data mining, machine learning, statistical analysis, programming, databases, and Big Data. Specializing in Data Analytics enables students to enhance business performance by making data-driven decisions and staying on top of the most current topics in Information Technology.
Human Resources Concentration
The MBA in Human Resource Management concentration prepares leaders to navigate today’s fast-changing talent landscape shaped by technology, AI, and workforce shortages. Students gain strategic skills to align employees with organizational goals, mastering areas such as talent acquisition, training and development, compensation design, and change management—ensuring organizations achieve long-term performance and competitive advantage.
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“I was able to take my Master's classes all online, which allowed me flexibility to work a full-time job and be a student athlete.”
— Christina Nikolai '22
Career Outcomes
100% of Stetson MBA graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months. Graduates typically reach mid and senior-level roles within four to six years. The Hatter alumni network connects you to executives and senior leaders in Central Florida and nationally, creating relationships that continue well after graduation. Career paths include:
- General Manager and Operations Director
- Senior Financial Analyst
- HR Director and People Strategy Leader
- Marketing Director and Brand Strategist
- Management Consultant
- Entrepreneur and Founder
Meet the Faculty
Our program faculty includes award-winning teacher-scholars and accomplished professionals who bring years of experience in practice as well as diverse research expertise to the MBA program. Whether you are interested in advancing or redirecting your career, our faculty will help you get there.
- William Andrews, PhD, University of Georgia
- Jon Carrick, PhD, University of Glasgow
- Randall Croom, PhD, University of Florida
- Giovanni Fernandez, PhD, Florida International University
- Dena Hale, PhD, University of Southern Illinois
- Sean Newman, DBA, Rollins College
- Matt Hurst, PhD, University of Central Florida
- Matthew Imes, PhD, Temple University
- Scott Jones, PhD, University of Oregon
- Kenneth Najour, DBA, University of Florida
- John Riggs, DBA, Kennesaw State University
- William Sause, PhD, Nova Southeastern University
- Daniel Scott, MBA, MS, University of South Florida
- Jay Stryker, PhD, Florida State University
- Ram Subramanian, PhD, University of North Texas
- John Tichenor, PhD, Florida State University
- Jessica West, PhD, Florida State University
- Joseph Woodside, DBA, Cleveland State University
- Petros Xanthopoulos, PhD, University of Florida
- Shan Yan, PhD, Michigan State University
Frequently Asked Questions
This program requires the completion of 12 units (36 credit hours) divided into two foundations, seven core courses, and three electives. For the most current curriculum and degree requirements.
Yes, fully online with in-person weekly session options.
Yes, making international graduates eligible for OPT extension.
Accounting, Data Analytics, Finance, and Human Resource Management.
Yes. Any Stetson undergraduate with a 3.0 GPA can begin two MBA Foundation courses senior year through the Accelerated Bachelor's to MBA pathway.
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