Online Master's Degrees & MBA

Specialized, leadership-focused programs designed for working professionals ready to move into senior roles — typically completed in 12 to 24 months.

Degree Level Overview

What Is a Master's Degree?

A master's degree is an advanced, specialized qualification built on top of a bachelor's degree — typically completed in 12 to 24 months of part-time or full-time online study. Programs like the MBA and other master's degrees are designed with working professionals in mind, focusing on leadership, strategy, and advanced technical skills that translate directly into promotions, salary growth, and career pivots.

  • Faster to complete than a bachelor's degree
  • Strong return on investment through career advancement
  • Built around working professionals' schedules
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Example Majors

Popular Master's & MBA Programs

A sample of graduate-level programs available through our partner universities. Availability varies by university and intake.

MBA — Master of Business Administration

Leadership, strategy, and finance for managers moving into executive roles.

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MS Computer Science

Advanced software engineering, AI, and systems architecture.

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MSN — Nursing

Advanced clinical practice and nursing leadership tracks.

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MEd — Education Leadership

School administration, curriculum leadership, and instructional design.

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MS Engineering Management

Technical leadership for engineers moving into management roles.

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MA Psychology

Advanced study in human behavior and applied psychology.

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MA Criminal Justice

Leadership and policy tracks within criminal justice systems.

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At a Glance

Master's & MBA Program Details

Format100% online, cohort or self-paced options
DurationTypically 12–24 months
CreditsApproximately 30–45 credit hours, depending on program
Typical Cost RangeCost varies by partner university — get a personalized quote from an advisor
Start DatesMultiple intakes per year — rolling admissions at most partner universities
Career Advancement & ROI

Why Employers Value a Master's Degree

A master's degree signals advanced expertise and leadership readiness, and it's often a differentiator for promotions, salary increases, and senior-level hiring. Because most programs are built for working professionals, you can keep earning your current salary while advancing your qualifications — meaning the investment can pay for itself well before graduation for many students.

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Why This Matters

Built for People Who Already Have a Career

Most of our master's and MBA advisees keep working full-time while they study — the flexible online format is designed around your job, not the other way around.

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