If you are considering studying for an advanced degree, an MBA (Masters of Business Administration) is an excellent choice. It will advance your career several notches in one shot and increase your earning capacity considerably. Focusing on finance is a good choice, since it you will gain a good understanding investment management, commercial banking, commercial banking, business forecasting, and the like. Studying online means geography does not have to be a factor when choosing a university program. In preparing this list of accredited programs, we made our selections based on depth of course offerings, reputation among major ranking publications, and flexibility for the online learner.
#1 Jones International University
Executive Summary
Jones International University was the first fully online university to be accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Students at JIU pay $805.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Graduates from the MBA in Finance program are eligible for the MFP Master Financial Professional Credential under the American Academy of Financial Management.
#2 Northeastern University
Executive Summary
Northeastern University was founded in 1898. This private research university is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Tuition
MBA students at Northeastern pay $1,345.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Applicants must have a minimum of five years of work experience to be considered for the online MBA in Finance program. Nine start dates are offered each year.
#3 Norwich University
Executive Summary
Founded in 1819 by Captain Alden Partridge, Norwich University has the distinction of being the first private military college in the U.S. It is also the birthplace of the country’s Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program.
Tuition
Tuition is $719.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students can choose from four program start dates per year (March, June, September, and December). This program includes an independent research project.
#4 Marylhurst University
Executive Summary
Marylhurst University is a private liberal arts university which was founded as a Catholic school. It has a reputation as a leader the field of adult education.
Tuition
Graduate students pay $578.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students can complete their program in 18 months of part-time study by taking one accelerated course at a time. Each student completes an internship in business administration as a requirement for graduation.
#5 Upper Iowa University
Executive Summary
Upper Iowa University has been helping students reach their educational goals since 1857. It is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.
Tuition
Students at UIU pay $466.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
The MBA – Corporate Financial Management online degree program is for students interested in moving into senior management positions develop the skills required for managing people as well as handling corporate financial matters.
#6 Benedictine University
Executive Summary
Benedictine University is a top-tier private university which has been offering degree programs for more than 125 years. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Tuition is $570.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students are enrolled in one course at a time. Applicants who have a foundation in business can waive up to four foundation courses. In some cases, the GMAT requirement may also be waived.
#7 Post University
Executive Summary
Post University has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as having one of the Best Online Business Programs, Graduate Business (2013). The school was founded in 1890 and is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE) of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
Tuition
The MBA in Finance costs $30,600.00.
Unique Features
The average class size is eight students. Students can transfer up to nine credits from another accredited institution toward their online MBA degree. Technical help is available by phone, e-mail or online chat on a 24/7 basis.
#8 Strayer University
Executive Summary
The school which would eventually evolve into Strayer University was founded in 1892. It focused on providing educational programs to farm workers. Today, the University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Tuition
Students at Strayer pay $2,325.00 per course.
Unique Features
The MBA program can be completed in 1.5 years of full-time study or three years of part-time study. The academic calendar runs on the quarter system. Classes run for 11 weeks with a one or two week break in between quarters.
#9 University of Saint Mary
Executive Summary
The University of Saint Mary has been named a Best College in the Midwest by The Princeton Review for 2013. The school is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Tuition
Tuition is $525.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
All students are required to complete a comprehensive final assessment to complete the program. Courses are eight weeks long and students should plan to spend 15 hours per week on coursework, per class, to be successful.
#10 Brandman University
Executive Summary
Brandman University has been offering online programs since 1958. The University has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as having one of the Best Online Programs, Grad Business (2103). The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Tuition
Tuition is $600.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students enrolled in this program take courses in human resource systems, leadership and innovation, marketing management, corporate responsibility, business process analysis, and data analysis.
