MBA with a concentration in Finance Online
Turn your passion for numbers into expertise in international financial management, investments and security analysis, and financial markets and institutions.
Program Overview
Give you career a boost with our online Master of Business Administration in Finance
Develop the foundation for a career that blends business with economics in the Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance online program. Prepare for leading roles in financial institutions within this high-growth industry and across the global business landscape.
In this MBA online, you will study the diversification of risk—both domestic and international—along with the use of derivatives to hedge risk, including currency risk. This AACSB-accredited program also provides an in-depth examination of modern portfolio theory and the interaction of financial markets and financial regulators. Our core coursework gives you a broad-based background in business essentials such as accounting, information systems, marketing and operations management.
Learn from highly supportive faculty that don’t just teach but give you the tools to grow your career. Our emphasis on experiential learning means you will delve into real-world learning opportunities; reflect on your organization’s roles and responsibilities in society; learn what it takes to be a game-changer; and experience curriculum grounded in ethics, sustainability, leadership, communication and critical thinking.
As a graduate of this online finance MBA program, you will be qualified for leadership roles such as:
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Corporate Controller
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Bank Associate
- Financial Advisor
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Corporate Controller
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Bank Associate
- Financial Advisor
Experience maximum support with personalized career, leadership development and work-life balance coaching
We are thrilled to offer St. Cloud State MBA students access to the Coaching Connections program in which you can partner with a highly qualified career coach to identify your professional goals, create a sustainable action plan and gain access to a broad range of resources.
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St. Cloud State offers multiple MBA concentrations online. Check out all our MBA online degree programs.
Accreditation
The Herberger Business School at St. Cloud State University is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB). Less than 6% of the world’s schools offering business degree programs hold AACSB business accreditation. We are one of two business schools in Minnesota to hold AACSB accreditation for 45+ years, showing a long-standing record of excellence.
Tuition
Breaking down the cost of your online finance MBA
Our online MBA program offers the same tuition to all in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition is affordable and includes all fees.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA in Finance | $633.33 | $1,900 | $19,000* |
*Tuition includes all standard fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time. Local students may opt-in to additional fees giving them access to several on-campus resources. Click here for more information on the cost of attendance for St. Cloud State University.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Know the upcoming dates and deadlines for our program
The online MBA program from St. Cloud State features 7-week courses and multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring A | 1/12/25 | 12/27/24 | 1/6/25 | 1/8/25 | 1/21/25 |
| Spring B | 3/9/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/18/25 |
| Summer A | 5/11/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/20/25 |
| Summer B | 7/6/25 | 6/20/25 | 6/26/25 | 7/1/25 | 7/15/25 |
| Fall A | 8/31/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/25/25 | 8/27/25 | 9/9/25 |
| Fall B | 10/26/25 | 10/20/25 | 10/20/25 | 10/22/25 | 11/4/25 |
Now enrolling:
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Before you get started, here's what you need
Our streamlined MBA admissions process makes it easy for you to get started right away. Please read the admission requirements to ensure you qualify.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA*
- No GMAT required
Application Requirements
- Professional resume
- Contact information for two professional references
- $88 application fee
- Short-answer questions, limit to 1200 characters/about 200 words (Note: counter in the system counts characters):
- As a graduate student, what are you looking to learn/gain from the program?
- As a graduate student, what will you be able to contribute to the program and your fellow students?
Transcripts
Please submit transcripts from all colleges attended. We will accept unofficial transcripts at the time of application; however, official transcripts will need to be submitted before the end of the first term in the program. St. Cloud State staff will download official transcripts for graduates of St. Cloud State and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
Non-St. Cloud State/Minnesota State transcripts may be ordered through the records office and delivered electronically to:
- Parchment – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
- National Student Clearinghouse – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
Official paper and international transcripts may be mailed to:
School of Graduate Studies720 4th Ave S
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Courses
The curriculum for your online MBA in Finance is here
In order to earn the MBA with a concentration in Finance online, you must complete 10 courses (30 credit hours), comprised of 21 credit hours of core courses and nine credit hours of major requirements.
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