Business Administration, MBA
Program Quick Facts
Credits
30
Start Terms
Fall
|Spring
|Summer
Available
Online
Tuition
$3,365.10
estimated cost per semester
Our unique and fully online Master of Business Administration is designed for professionals from any background who are ready to lead the rapidly evolving business environment. With Dakota State University’s strong value for innovation, you will also be a part of a program that integrates technology, analytics, and artificial intelligence, equipping you to implement data-driven insights and make strategic business decisions with confidence.
Through this program, you will become an expert in core business foundations like accounting, economics, finance, marketing, and management, while developing advanced expertise in operations, project management, and ethical leadership. With a strong emphasis on analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills, you will be equiped to anticipate and solve complex business challenges, drive innovation, and navigate organizational transformation. Whether you're seeking career advancement or a new direction, our MBA prepares you to lead with impact today and into the future.
MBA curriculum and experience highlights
Customize your business administration degree
Customize your master’s to your area of interest and career goals with one of the MBA tracks:
- Artificial intelligence
- Analytics
- Healthcare informatics
- Information systems
- Supply chain management
- Sports leadership
“The MBA program piqued my interest with the job opportunities that would be available to me upon completion. All the courses I have taken have played a part in the success of my business. I feel we have one of the best business programs in the country with a great, helpful group of professors who are available for you.”
Daidrick Kibbie, MBA '23
Why choose DSU?
Accessible learning
Balance your career, coursework, and life responsibilities with a 100% online MBA. Study part-time or full-time and finish in as little as 12 to 21 months—or set your own pace. Choose an emphasis area that fits your goals, all for under $15,000.
Academic excellence
Dakota State University’s College of Business and Information Systems is a Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for both undergraduate and graduate business programs, recognizing our commitment to academic excellence, expert faculty, and high-quality coursework.Faculty
Endless opportunities with an MBA
Dakota State's MBA can take you anywhere. Trojan alumni are making their mark across industries—leading logistics at Sanford Health and the VA Medical Center as deputy chief logistics officers, driving innovation as VPs of technology solutions operations, and steering strategy as account controllers in competitive sales environments. They’re also managing teams at top-tier companies like Lloyd and Juniper Networks and shaping the future in higher education research labs. This program opens doors and launches you into leadership roles in an innovative business field.
Your future at DSU begins today.
- A bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence, computer science, information systems (or a closely related field).
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Transcripts showing completion of courses in:
- Computer programming
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning
- Calculus
- Statistics
- If you don’t meet all requirements, you may still be accepted but might need to take foundational courses.
- International applicants must have a degree equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree.
- No GRE is required.
Timelines & requirements
Next steps
Application deadlines
- August 15 for admission the following fall semester
- November 30 for the following spring semester
- April 30 for the following summer semester
