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    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional

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    Columbus, USMBAHybrid30 months
    $78,333.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    65%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    183
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus is a 48-credit, 30-month, hybrid MBA program based in Columbus, US. Tuition is $78,333.

    About the program

    The program consists of 11 core courses covering managerial economics, marketing, operations, accounting, data analysis, leadership, organizational behavior, finance, global business, professional development, and strategy, plus 21 elective credits for personalization.

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    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $106,673.00
    Avg starting salary
    $15,902.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $78,333 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus is structured around 30 months and 48 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 65%.
    How large is the Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus cohort?
    Master of Business Administration - Working Professional at Ohio State University-Main Campus typically enrolls around 183 students per cohort.