Master of Business Administration
Accelerate Your Career Path with a Master of Business Administration from Doane University
The Doane Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs are designed to help working professionals advance in their careers. With a flexible schedule and comprehensive curriculum, you will gain the skills and knowledge required for leadership roles.
Our MBA program offers two convenient, distinct options for the working professional:
HYBRID MBA
The hybrid MBA program for working professionals is designed to support you through a combination of in-person classes at our Lincoln campus, online live via zoom sessions or completely online.
ONLINE MBA
The online MBA for working professionals offers complete flexibility to learn from anywhere, anytime. All classes are offered fully online to accommodate your busy schedule.
Recent graduates can accelerate their careers through our full-time fast-track Daytime MBA.
 | Course Delivery: Face-to-Face| Zoom| Online |
 | Expected Completion Time: 12-24 months |
 | Credit Hours: 30 |
 | Cost: $587 per credit hour. Total tuition of $17,610 plus fees and books. |
 | 25% discount available for employees of non-profit organizations. |
Earn Your MBA When and Where It Fits Your Lifestyle
Doane’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program doesn’t require you to pause your life. The program is built to provide flexibility for the working professional. Our courses are designed to allow you to experience real-world business challenges and leadership opportunities in the classroom, in the workforce and in your personal life.
You can finish your master’s degree in one or two years while maintaining your lifestyle, and supplementing it with:
new opportunities
lifelong connections
valuable skills
A Doane MBA Sets You Up For Success
Tailor the Master of Business Administration Degree to your personal and professional goals.
Our flexible curriculum is designed to allow you to maximize the value of your degree. Twenty percent of your coursework consists of elective courses or emphasis areas.
Courses and emphasis areas designed to fit your goals:
Organizational Leadership
Project Management
Strategic Leadership
Patrick Neff
Program Information
Courses
Faculty and Staff
Admissions Requirements
- Official transcript
- Previous completion of a Bachelor's degree
- $50 application fee
- No GMAT required
Skills Development
90% of graduates in 2023 say they use more analytical, creative, and effective thinking skills when considering issues and problems.
92% of graduates in 2023 say they communicate in a manner that is more purposeful, context appropriate, and conveys a clear message.
95% of graduates in 2023 say they are better able to articulate the knowledge and skills needed for future personal and professional development.
The Doane Difference
When asked, "what one thing significantly helped your ability to complete your Doane experience?" students responded:
- "It was essential that I could start and stop my enrollment at Doane between classes. I never would have started the program if I had to go straight through. The registration office was also a huge help. They made a big difference to my experience with the program."
- Supportive faculty and program flexibility
- "A program that is built around working adults with its 8-week terms and different delivery options."
- "My professors' flexibility with me as well as their timely and effective communication in answering any questions or problems that I may have encountered."
Master of Business Administration: ACBSP Accreditation
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) is a global business education accrediting body and the first organization to offer accreditation to all levels of collegiate business educational degree programs from associate to doctoral. ACBSP ignites a standard of excellence with an accreditation process based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. By evaluating aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support, ACBSP assesses whether or not business programs offer a rigorous educational experience and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Master of Business Administration or Master of Arts in Leadership: Which Program Is Your Best Fit?
While both programs focus on enhancing leadership in crises, ethics and visualizing data, our Master of Business Administration (MBA) incorporates more analytical skills, such as finance and accounting. The Master of Arts in Leadership (MIL) incorporates emotional intelligence, globalization and specialized leadership coaching.
Both programs share electives and emphases, including program management, organizational behavior and strategic leadership.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) students engage in advanced, multidisciplinary learning that integrates theory with real-world application. Our curriculum helps students develop skills in emerging technologies, strategic thinking, leadership in a changing world, and global perspectives, and prepares them to navigate and excel in complex business environments.
MBA candidates analyze contemporary business challenges through in-depth case studies and projects they develop within their organizations. They evaluate emerging technologies, develop data-driven strategies, and enhance their decision-making skills in high-pressure scenarios that mirror real-world executive responsibilities.
Doane Master of Business Administration students cultivate a holistic understanding of business dynamics. They learn to synthesize insights from diverse fields, lead cross-functional teams and drive innovation in rapidly evolving markets.
Students connect advanced concepts from finance, strategic marketing, data visualization, and global business to address multifaceted problems. Using strategic management courses, students formulate comprehensive business strategies with global applicability.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduates apply their advanced knowledge and skills to lead organizational change, foster sustainable growth, and create value in competitive environments. They develop the capacity to make informed decisions that balance profitability, social responsibility and ethical leadership.
Equipped with a comprehensive MBA education, graduates go on to lead significant business initiatives. They may spearhead digital transformations, guide companies through global expansions, or develop innovative business models that address industry challenges while creating long-term value for stakeholders and communities.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) students engage in advanced, multidisciplinary learning that integrates theory with real-world application. Our curriculum helps students develop skills in emerging technologies, strategic thinking, leadership in a changing world, and global perspectives, and prepares them to navigate and excel in complex business environments.
MBA candidates analyze contemporary business challenges through in-depth case studies and projects they develop within their organizations. They evaluate emerging technologies, develop data-driven strategies, and enhance their decision-making skills in high-pressure scenarios that mirror real-world executive responsibilities.
Doane Master of Business Administration students cultivate a holistic understanding of business dynamics. They learn to synthesize insights from diverse fields, lead cross-functional teams and drive innovation in rapidly evolving markets.
Students connect advanced concepts from finance, strategic marketing, data visualization, and global business to address multifaceted problems. Using strategic management courses, students formulate comprehensive business strategies with global applicability.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduates apply their advanced knowledge and skills to lead organizational change, foster sustainable growth, and create value in competitive environments. They develop the capacity to make informed decisions that balance profitability, social responsibility and ethical leadership.
Equipped with a comprehensive MBA education, graduates go on to lead significant business initiatives. They may spearhead digital transformations, guide companies through global expansions, or develop innovative business models that address industry challenges while creating long-term value for stakeholders and communities.
