Master of Business Administration in Finance Online
Develop skills to use in business applications aimed at maximizing wealth across a broad range of corporate and small-business environments.
Program Overview
Discover the advantages of our online MBA in Finance program
The Master of Business Administration 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 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.
Careers in business administration:
- Commercial and investment banking
- Investment analysis and strategy
- Real estate
- Insurance
- Risk management
- Corporate strategy
- Project valuation and management
- Public finance
- Commercial and investment banking
- Investment analysis and strategy
- Real estate
- Insurance
- Risk management
- Corporate strategy
- Project valuation and management
- Public finance
The University of South Carolina Aiken is an accredited member of AACSB International. AACSB accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration.
Accreditation
The University of South Carolina Aiken is an accredited member of AACSB International. AACSB accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration.
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Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Finance online. Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Total With Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance MBA | $467 | $1,401 | $13,948* |
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
Tuition breakdown:
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:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/11/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/6/25 | 3/4/25 | |
| Spring 2 | 3/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/10/25 | 5/5/25 | |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/5/25 | 6/27/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/23/25 | 8/15/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall 1 | 8/19/25 | 7/29/25 | 8/5/25 | 8/12/25 | 10/9/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall 2 | 10/13/25 | 9/22/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/6/25 | 12/5/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Read the details of our admissions criteria for the online master’s 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 in Finance online program, along with information on required documentation.
Admission Requirements:
- Online application plus application fee
- Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended
- No GMAT with 3.0 min GPA and conditional admission option for 2.5-2.99
MBA Admission Requirements
As of Fall 2023, students are admitted to the MBA Program according to the following criteria:
- Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with an overall GPA of greater than or equal to 3.0.
- For students with an GPA of 2.50 to 2.99:
- May choose to be conditionally admitted and must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in the first twelve credit hours of their graduate coursework.
- Or may submit a GMAT/GRE score which will be reviewed by committee and considered wholistically along with grades, degree program, and universities attended. The committee can elect to fully admit the applicant or admit them conditionally as above.
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
- 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 OfficeUniversity of South Carolina Aiken
471 University Parkway, Box 35
Aiken, SC 29801
Or email [email protected]
Have a question? Call us at 844-878-3634.
Courses
See the degree plan for our online program
For the Master of Business Administration in Finance, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses covering 30 credits, including 18 credit hours (6 courses) of business core courses/flexible core courses, a minimum of 6 credit hours (2 courses) of specific specialization courses plus 6 credit hours (2 courses) of elective MBA courses. Courses may not be double counted as flexible core and specialization/elective courses.
Students have the option to take some or all of the following courses at no additional cost to prepare for their core and advanced courses. Students will have access to the course materials throughout the duration of their program as an extra resource.
Select one of the following three courses to fulfill the flexible core requirement.
Students must select a minimum of two courses from the following. FINA A731 is required in addition to another course.
Students must select two courses from below to complete 6 additional hours.
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