Online Master of Business Administration, MBA

For Online Master of Business Administration, MBA, tuition is $740/Credit; applications for the Oct 2026 intake close on Oct 12, 2026.

Drake's Online Master of Business Administration, MBA blends strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and leadership development. It aims to make students data-driven, strategic problem solvers, effective communicators, global citizens, and ethical stewards. The program is offered by Iowa's only AACSB-accredited private university.

Focus areas include Business Analytics Emphasis, Individualized Emphasis, Leadership & Human Capital Emphasis, Public & Nonprofit Management Emphasis.

The online MBA consists of 36 credit hours, with 27 hours dedicated to the core curriculum and 9 hours for an area of emphasis.

Graduates can pursue roles such as Marketing Manager, Human Resources Manager, Finance Manager, or Sales Manager.

Applicants need a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission or comparable association; GRE/GMAT are not required. International students require TOEFL (79-80 IBT), IELTS (6.5), or Duolingo (110) scores and pay a $100 application fee. Required documents include transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities, a résumé or curriculum vitae, a one-page personal essay, and contact information for two professional recommendations.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Online, with six-week course structures. Most students attend part-time and graduate within 18-30 months, with a maximum of 5 years to complete. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Drake University places students in Des Moines, a city with connections to the arts, business, politics, and food. The campus offers an open environment for students who want to begin with a clear academic interest or take time to discover a direction. Hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and support designed to help students gain their footing are part of the Drake experience.

Academic options span more than 150 programs across seven colleges and schools. Faculty help students connect classroom learning with research, internships, and other practical experiences. Personalized mentorship is central to the student experience, with faculty available to support students as they work toward their goals. Global perspectives are integrated into campus life through learning alongside students from around the world and opportunities on campus and across the globe.

Community service is also part of learning at Drake. Students, faculty, and staff contribute more than 230,000 hours each year through volunteer work, outreach, and pro-bono service in the Des Moines community. International students can expect a setting that links academic study with local engagement and global perspectives, while the city provides access to cultural, civic, business, and culinary experiences beyond campus.