University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

Programme overview

The Master of Business Administration at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers multiple delivery formats (on campus, online, hybrid) and flexible pacing (full- or part-time). Students choose between 30- and 36-credit pathways and may study evening, online, or in-person courses with fall, spring or summer start dates. The College of Business holds AACSB accreditation.

What you'll study

The MBA curriculum focuses on management concepts, analytical tools and communication skills needed for responsible leadership, treating enterprise management in its social, political and economic context. Students learn core business disciplines such as management, finance, marketing and strategic planning and may develop entrepreneurial capabilities.

• Three tracks: Traditional MBA (30 credits: nine core courses = 27 credits plus one 3-credit elective), Specialized MBA (36 credits: 27 credits core plus 9 credits of electives to complete a graduate certificate), Flexible MBA (30 credits: reduced core and targeted electives; option to exit with an MBA and two graduate certificates).
• 30-credit General MBA structure: 24 credits core + 6 credits electives (select a general emphasis on application).
• Specialized MBA emphasis option: typically 24 credits core + 12 credits specialized electives.
• Eleven specializations / graduate certificate areas include: Accounting (campus), Business Analytics (online), Cybersecurity Management (online), Finance (online), Healthcare Administration (online), Innovation (campus or online), Management (campus or online), Marketing (online), Project Management (online), Space-Cyber Enterprise Management (online), Sport Management (online).
• Elective topics may include digital marketing, entrepreneurship and new ventures, human resources and related business subjects.

Entry requirements

The programme refers applicants to the MBA Application Checklist for full admissions details. For graduate certificate programs, the College of Business considers applicants with a minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA from a regionally accredited institution. The MBA accepts students both with and without prior business preparation and includes an accelerated pathway for qualified UCCS undergraduates in certain BA programs.

Career prospects

The MBA is positioned to prepare graduates for leadership and higher-level positions across a range of industries, potential increases in earning capacity, and roles that require management, strategic planning and financial decision-making. The degree also supports those planning to found or manage their own enterprises.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The College of Business directs prospective students to resources such as a tuition estimator, financial aid information and scholarship opportunities; additional admissions and funding guidance are available via the MBA application pages and the Graduate School site.