Master of Business Administration

Join a rich and collaborative MBA program.

Flexibility At Our Core

With classes offered at night or every other weekend, we know your busy life makes it hard to go back to school, so our program is designed with flexibility and convenience in mind — you can complete your MBA in as little as 16 months.

The Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business offers you a rich curriculum designed for busy, working adults.

Study full-time or part-time and earn an MBA attending evenings or alternating weekends at our conveniently located campuses in Winchester or Leesburg
Small classes guarantee you individualized attention with support from accomplished and caring faculty who deliver high-quality courses based on real-world experiences
Classes emphasize practical, hands-on applications that will make your MBA work for you in the marketplace

Locally and Globally Recognized

Shenandoah University enjoys a strong reputation locally, regionally and nationally. Our MBA graduates are recognized within the business community as knowledgeable, capable, and able to excel in the workplace. With AACSB International accreditation, you’ll get a world-class education from one of a very select group of universities across the globe.

You’ll have opportunities to develop rich, collaborative relationships with premier faculty and fellow students who, like you, have diverse work and life experiences.

The accreditation of the MBA program definitely caught my attention and the flexibility of class times and places offered. I was motivated to attend when I interviewed for the MBA program, loved the University and professors, and realized I just had no other excuse not to dive in.”

Kari Nacy ’19 | Director of Defense Intelligence Programs Delivery & the Facility Security Officer for Ian, Evan & Alexander (IEA) Corporation in Ashburn, Virginia

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Here’s how we’re unique:

No GMAT required
Complete the program in as little as 16 months
36-48 credit hours for degree completion (depending on transcript)
A small-classroom environment at an AACSB International-accredited university where the focus is on discussions, seminars and integrated case studies
Emphasis on practical, hands-on applications that will make your MBA work for you in the marketplace
Opportunities to develop rich, collaborative relationships with premier faculty and fellow students who, like you, have diverse work and life experiences
Access to both our executive-in-residence and our senior executive counselor, who provide one-on-one advice and counsel on coursework and careers
Additional hours offered to fulfill the CPA licensure requirement

Learn more about our program through our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page or at one of the open houses we offer for prospective students.

Our program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in management and business education. It represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide, and it recognizes that the Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business offers high-quality business programs. Processes are in place to ensure continuous improvement in the future. Therefore students and alumni can be proud of earning a degree from an institution that has taken its place among other world-wide leaders in business education.

Career and Salary Possibilities

Career and Salary Examples for Master of Business Administration Students:

Sales Director: $122,000
Senior Financial Analyst: $79,777
Marketing Director: $36,614 – $122,449
Senior Product Manager: $141,069

I was inspired at a young age by my history and government teachers, and other leaders who mentored and allowed me to shadow them in their positions. I was drawn to the idea of working in government and national security to help our country. Being able to make a difference in the lives of people and serving my country in some aspect has always been important to me and while I am in the private sector of that, to be able to have a career where I feel like I’m accomplishing that is extremely rewarding. “

Kari Nacy ’19 | Director of Defense Intelligence Programs Delivery & the Facility Security Officer for Ian, Evan & Alexander (IEA) Corporation in Ashburn, Virginia

The Career Services Office provides a comprehensive range of services and resources to assist Shenandoah students in their career search. Services offered include resume and cover letter building, mock interviews, and professional dining etiquette workshops.

Career Services helped me be presentable on paper and in person. They assisted with everything from resume and cover letter writing, to proper interview attire, to asking thoughtful questions at the end of an interview.”

Casey Edsall | Business Administration & MBA, ’16 & ’18

Career Services at Shenandoah

Classes

We offer two schedules:

Evening classes meet once a week on a weeknight (Monday thru Thursday) either from 6 to 8:30 p.m. or from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Every-other-weekend classes meet on Friday nights and Saturdays. Friday night class is from 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday morning class from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Saturday afternoon class from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.

It was especially important to me that if I were to take a weekend program, I would not be away from my family every weekend. This was one of the top deciding factors for me.”

Scott Hirni ’15 | Oracle’s Principal Technical Sales Consultant

A friend that received his MBA from Shenandoah referred me here. After speaking with the counselor and the benefits of not having to take a GMAT, I decided to register and give it a shot.”

Andre Guardino ’18 | Freddie Mac Finance Management

I very much valued the small classroom sizes and access to the professors.”

Deborah Inaba, ‘14 | Exercise Physiologist for Valley Health

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Faculty

There’s a special bond between Byrd School students and their professors. Students enjoy close professional relationships with academically and professionally experienced faculty who mentor them in and out of the classroom. This remains a hallmark of a Shenandoah University business education. Students also benefit from our executive-in-residence who works with both professors and students to broaden the student’s focus beyond the classroom.

Michael Magro

M.B.A. Program Director and Assistant Professor of Information Systems & Technology

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Application Information

The MBA Admission Committee will give full consideration to your entire application packet, but admission to the program is competitive. When your complete application is received, MBA Program Director will evaluate it and determines your eligibility. If you are found eligible, an interview with the MBA Admissions Committee will be scheduled.

Graduate Business Application Information

Fast-Track To Your MBA

4 + 1 Option

Students enrolled in Shenandoah’s four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program can take advantage of the new 4 + 1 option to earn an MBA with one additional year of classes.

2 + 2 + 1 Option

Transfer students with two years of college credits can take advantage of the 2 + 2 + 1 option that allows them to transition from an associate of arts degree in business degree to the BBA degree and subsequently to the MBA degree — all in five years.

Learn more about the BBA Program