Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance Online

Develop skills to use in business applications aimed at maximizing wealth across a broad range of corporate and small-business environments.

4/17/23Next Application Due Date
5/8/23 Start Classes
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Program Overview

Discover the advantages of our online MBA in Finance program

16,800 Total Tuition
As few as 12 months Duration
36-40 Credit Hours

The Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance online program at USC Aiken prepares graduates for management roles in commercial and investment banking, investment analysis and strategy, real estate, insurance, risk management, portfolio management, private wealth management, corporate strategy, project valuation and management, small business development, public finance, business consulting, private equity, government nonprofits, and more.

All courses are taught by highly qualified professors, with a relevant business curriculum that prepares students to amplify their knowledge of the global, technological and ethical issues in today's business world. The degree program is accelerated and delivered in an online format that allows working professionals to enhance their management and leadership abilities while balancing career and personal obligations.

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As a graduate, you will have the tools and knowledge you need to compete for senior management positions in fields such as:

  • Commercial and investment banking
  • Investment analysis and strategy
  • Real estate
  • Insurance
  • Risk management
  • Corporate strategy
  • Project valuation and management
  • Public finance
As a graduate, you will have the tools and knowledge you need to compete for senior management positions in fields such as:+
  • Commercial and investment banking
  • Investment analysis and strategy
  • Real estate
  • Insurance
  • Risk management
  • Corporate strategy
  • Project valuation and management
  • Public finance
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The School of Business Administration is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration and accounting.

Accreditation

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The School of Business Administration is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration and accounting.

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$16,800* Total Tuition
As few as 12 months Duration
36-40 Credit Hours
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Tuition

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The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance online. Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.

Tuition breakdown:

$16,800* Total Tuition
Per Credit Hour $466.67
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Program Per Credit Hour Per Course Total With Fees
MBA Finance $466.67 $1,400 $16,800*

Fees:

  • Application fee: $45
  • Matriculation fee: $85 (a one-time fee for all newly admitted, degree-seeking students)
  • International application fee: $100
  • International student fee: $300
  • Readmitted student fee: $10
  • Reinstatement fee: $75 per occurrence
*If all foundation courses are required, tuition would total $18,667. Tuition and fees do not include the cost of course materials/textbooks or any potential proctoring fees.

Tuition breakdown:

$16,800* Total Tuition
$466.67 Per Credit Hour

Calendar

Know our important dates and deadlines

Designed for working professionals, USC Aiken online programs conveniently feature multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that's best for you.

Now enrolling:

4/17/23 Next Apply Date
5/8/23 Next Class Start Date

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TermStart DateApp DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlineTuition DeadlineClass End DateTerm Length
Spring 23/13/232/20/232/27/233/6/235/2/237 weeks
Summer 15/8/234/17/234/24/235/1/236/24/237 weeks
Summer 26/26/236/5/236/12/236/19/238/12/237 weeks

Now enrolling:

4/17/23 Next Apply Date
5/8/23 Next Class Start Date

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Admissions

Read the details of our admissions criteria for the online MBA in Finance

Let's get started! The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Familiarize yourself with these requirements for the Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance online program, along with information on required documentation.

Admission Requirements:

  • Online application plus application fee
  • Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended
  • Current resume detailing professional experience
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MBA Admission Requirements

To be considered for the Master of Business Administration Finance online program, applicants need to have a bachelor's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or international equivalent and satisfy one of the following requirements.

A GMAT waiver is available to students who meet certain GPA criteria, as well as demonstrate the required years of post-baccalaureate work experience. To see if you qualify for the GMAT waiver, please consult the information below.

Please consult the full admissions chart

Less than 2 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 3.5+ No GMAT
  • GPA = 3.0-3.49 + GMAT OR
  • GPA = 3.0-3.49 GPA in 300 & 400 Level Courses

At least 2 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 3.0+ No GMAT
  • GPA = 2.75-2.99 + GMAT OR
  • GPA = 2.75-2.99 GPA in 300 & 400 Level Courses

At least 3 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 2.75+ No GMAT
  • GPA = 2.5-2.74 + GMAT OR
  • GPA = 2.5-2.74 GPA in 300 & 400 Level Courses

At least 4 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 2.5+ No GMAT
  • GPA = 2.25-2.49 + GMAT OR
  • GPA = 2.25-2.49 GPA in 300 & 400 Level Courses

At least 5 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 2.25+ No GMAT
  • GPA = 2.0-2.24 + GMAT OR
  • GPA = 2.0-2.24 GPA in 300 & 400 Level Courses

At least 6 years work experience

  • Minimum GPA = 2.0 No GMAT

International Students

International students are welcome to apply for the Master of Business Administration programs. However, this program does not issue Form I-20 documentation for students to enter the United States with an F-1 visa. Since the method of delivery is 100% online, students can enroll in the USC Aiken MBA program from their home country anywhere in the world.

Students who have an undergraduate degree awarded from outside of the United States must take either the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE exams to demonstrate English proficiency.

There is no provisional admission based upon English proficiency. Students must meet at least one of the requirements and send official test scores in order to be considered for admission:

  • TOEFL paper based test (PBT): 551 or higher
  • TOEFL internet based test (iBT): 80 or higher
  • IELTS: 6.0 or higher band score with no sub score lower than 5
  • PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English): 53 or higher

Required Documentation

To successfully complete the application process, you'll need to submit:

  • online application
  • non-refundable $45 application fee
  • current resume, with start and end dates included for each position
  • final official transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate coursework taken from accredited college or university attended. The transcript must document proof of degree(s) earned.

Official transcripts for all universities attended are to be sent directly from your institution to USC Aiken Graduate Admissions in a sealed envelope. Opened copies of transcripts are not official. Electronic transcripts are accepted only when sent directly from the universities to [email protected]. Electronic copies sent by the student are not considered official.

If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:

Attention: Graduate Office
University of South Carolina Aiken
471 University Parkway, Box 35
Aiken, SC 29801

Or email [email protected]

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Courses

See the degree plan for our online program

For the Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance, the curriculum is comprised of 12 courses covering 36 credit hours, including 15 hours of core courses, 12 hours of advanced courses, six hours of specialization courses, and a three-hour capstone course.* Students without an undergraduate business degree are required to complete an additional 1-4 credit hours of business foundation courses.

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Students without an undergraduate business degree must take the following courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of Statistics. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Statistics. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of economics. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Economics. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of Accounting. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Accounting. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of Finance. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Finance. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of Management. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Management. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Duration: 1-7 weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course is a self-study and assessment of the student’s knowledge of the foundations of Marketing. Students take this course depending upon previous successfully completed coursework in Marketing. Students must successfully complete the assessment(s) as a prerequisite to taking advanced MBA courses.
Students must take the following courses.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course studies the underlying concepts, theories and frameworks relating to leadership and team development and their application to manage employees effectively in the organization. It also examines various styles, processes, tools and techniques used by managers to communicate effectively. The course covers concepts relating to negotiation, active listening, and conflict resolution as well as their practical application.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to marketing in a customer-driven firm, focusing on essential marketing skills needed by successful managers in all business functions. Advanced topics include how individual and organizational consumers make decisions, segmenting markets, positioning the firm’s offering, effective marketing research, new product development, pricing strategies, communicating with consumers, and managing relationships with sales force and distribution partners. The course also studies how firms must coordinate these different elements of the marketing mix to ensure that all marketing activities collectively forge a coherent strategy.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a survey of relevant contemporary topics in financial accounting and reporting to include the fundamentals of the accounting process that provide a business manager the ability to read, analyze and interpret financial accounting data crucial to making informed economic decisions. Topics include transaction analysis, operating profitability, investing and financing activities, forecasting and valuation.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A focus on the analysis of the firm’s operating, investing and financing activities and how changes in these activities affect firm value. Specifically, financial analysis techniques and applications, along with other relevant information, are used to make real economic based decisions. It requires one to have a fundamental understanding of elementary algebra, financial accounting, and statistics. Focus will be made on basic financial concepts, problem solving and case analysis.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers the application of microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts and marginal analysis to the process of optimal decision making. To help students better prepare for leadership positions in business, the course will cover relevant theoretical and applied economic concepts.
Students must take the following courses.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an analysis of legal and ethical issues as they relate to the business environment. By examining the application of law and ethics to a variety of business and corporate governance issues, it offers students an understanding of how businesses can comply with the law and use an ethical culture as a positive strategy for making successful business decisions.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a survey of the economic, political, cultural and legal environment in our global economy, emphasizing how successful companies operate in diverse foreign environments, engage in specialized transactions, and adapt market, financial and managerial strategies for optimal global operations.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers some of the most widely used analytical tools necessary for making better management decisions. In order to apprise and evaluate quantitative information, students are introduced to several mathematical techniques that can be applied to business situations. Topics include concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics, sampling techniques, measures of central tendency and variation, probability distributions, estimating means and proportions, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression analysis, nonparametric statistical methods, time series, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, and Bayesian decision making.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to introduce fundamental processes of managing and controlling a variety of operations, covering both manufacturing and services sectors. Students will learn concepts, techniques, and tools to design, analyze and improve operational capabilities of an organization.
Students must take the following courses.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Building on the core finance course, this course advances the student’s knowledge of wealth creation through bond valuation, stock valuation, cost of capital, capital structure, dividend payout policy, and the fundamentals of derivative pricing.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of the critical role of information technology in the collection, storage, processing and retrieval of financial and accounting data for internal users to report information to management, investors, creditors and tax authorities. Includes the discovery, interpretation, and communication of meaningful patterns in data in order to quantify, describe, predict, and improve business performance.
Students must take the following course.
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course presents the strategic management process and the formulation and application of functionally integrated business policy by top management. Emphasis is placed upon decision making in the face of changing conditions, to include vision and innovation. The course integrates theory and application from all functional areas of business including economics, marketing, management, accounting and international business. Special topics include firm analysis, vision statements, mission statements, and financial statement analysis.
*The USC Aiken MBA Program will consider transfer of graduate credit from other AACSB accredited MBA programs, up to a maximum of 6 credits.

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