Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Apply economic research and analysis to global and contemporary issues to better understand the business climate. Topics include marginal analysis and elasticity, money supply, and international trade (3 Credits).

Utilize various statistical methods to analyze data for improved decision-making. Learn about foundational statistical methods for collecting, describing, and analyzing data. Specific course topics include data collection, describing data, probability, sampling, hypothesis testing, linear and multiple regression analysis, and business analytics (3 Credits).

Adapt current marketing strategies using innovative concepts and tools to improve target market outreach and profitability in alignment with organizational strategy. This course introduces marketing strategy, providing students with an overview of the role of marketing within specific organizations and societies (3 Credits).

Analyze and interpret financial data to make business decisions. Learn how to read, analyze, and interpret financial accounting data to make informed strategic and tactical business decisions. Topics covered are the construction and reporting of financial statements, forecasting of financial statements, and business/ accounting ethics (3 Credits).

Apply cultural intelligence practices by utilizing strategies and tools to create inclusive workplace environments. The course is designed to prepare students to identify opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion and use inclusion strategies to improve employee engagement and business results (3 Credits).

Apply financial theory and concepts to optimize business finance resources in support of the organizational strategy. Learn how organizations make investment and financing decisions. The course topics include the time value of money, equity and debt financing, financial statement analysis, capital budgeting, risk and return, capital structure, dividend policy, and global finance (3 Credits).

Apply motivation and behavioral theories to impact organizational performance. This course covers how leadership can affect employee satisfaction and drive, organizational effectiveness, and efficiency. Different types of organizations, group interaction, motivation, and methods for dealing with disagreements and change will also be analyzed (3 Credits).

Apply innovative frameworks and strategies to address organizational problems. In this course, you will learn how to bring additional value to the local and global marketplace through the cultivation of creativity and innovation skills. You will explore, research, and analyze a variety of industries and assess enhancements and barriers to individual and organizational creativity and innovation.

Examine the impact of core business functions essential to business decision-making. This course will provide insight into the impacts of core business functions and how leaders should make operational decisions. This competency will also provide decision-making frameworks to assess complicated business opportunities and challenges and implement strategies to address them (3 Credits).

Apply conflict resolution strategies within a business setting. As a business leader, it is important to understand the nature of conflict and negotiation, and how to best approach these diverse situations. Through this competency, you will learn skills that will help with assessing and managing conflict, while applying the most effective communication strategies (3 Credits).

Create a project plan for improving organizational operations based on diverse perspectives, data and information analysis, collaborative relationships, and global challenges. Evaluate organizational operations and provide a series of data-supported recommendations that lead to operational improvement. Using need assessment, data, information analysis, and feasibility analysis, resolution-based recommendations and plans. There will also be considerations made to recommend collaborative relationships and global challenges (3 Credits).

• Color scanned copies of the degree certificate and consolidated marks transcript or consolidated score transcript

• Domicile requirements:

1. Provide a recent utility bill (electricity, water, internet, mobile bill) within the last three months in the name of applicant

2. Submit a rental agreement or proof of property ownership in the name of the applicant

3. A bank statement or a credit card issued in last 3 months within the last three months, in the name of the applicant

• A self-declaration from the candidate confirming proficiency in English

• COMPLETE APPLICATION Complete the online application and pay the application fee.

• APPLICATION REVIEW Your application will be reviewed by Emeritus and sent to UMass Global for consideration.

• APPLICATION DECISION UMass Global will admit all students who meet eligibility requirements.

• SELECTION & ACCOUNT ACTIVATION If selected, you’ll receive a welcome email from UMass Global and a selection email from Emeritus with payment details. Activate your UMass Global account within three days as per the email instructions.

• BOOKING FEE PAYMENT To confirm your participation, pay the booking fee within two days of receiving the selection email.

• FINAL ENROLLMENT & LMS ACCESS Complete the 1st installment payment to finalize your enrollment. Access to the Learning Management System (LMS) will be provided closer to the course start date.

If a student submits a written request to withdraw from the program, the refund will be issued according to the following schedule:

• If the request is received before the program start date:

  100% of the program fee will be refunded.

• If the request is received within the first week of classes:

  90% of the program fee will be refunded.

• If the request is received within the second week of classes:

  80% of the program fee will be refunded.

• If the request is received after the second week of classes:

  The program fee is non-refundable.

Terms:

• The application fee and any taxes paid are non-refundable under any circumstances.

• Eligible refunds will be processed within 15 days from the date the written withdrawal request is received

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College & University Commission accreditation aids institutions in developing and sustaining effective educational programs. Accreditation assures the educational community and the general public that an accredited institution has met high standards of quality and effectiveness. WASC accredits eminent institutions like Stanford, the University of California Berkeley, and the California Institute of Technology (CALTECH).

The University of Massachusetts is a world-class public university system with a history of excellence. The University of Massachusetts is renowned for the quality of its academic programs, the scope, and impact of its research, and the strength of its public service mission. The university has received numerous accolades and achieved several important milestones that validate its commitment to excellence. The University of Massachusetts is ranked 43rd in the United States by Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2024).

You can access the online MBA program from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device as long as you have access to the internet. The learning platform, Blackboard, is cloud-based and is synchronized across all devices. Details will be provided to you during the orientation.

The online MBA degree program will have 12 courses, and each course will run for 6 weeks.

Each course will have 5 quizzes conducted weekly, 2 milestone assignments and 1 final assessment to be submitted. The milestone assignments are due in the 2nd and 4th weeks, and the final assessment is due in the 6th week.

WES evaluates all programs to a US equivalency. The University of Massachusetts Global online MBA program, based in the U.S. and offered by a U.S. university, has successfully met all the requirements and does not need additional WES evaluation, saving students valuable time and money.

Please send all your UMass Global MBA program-related queries to degreesupport@emeritus.org. The support team will respond to your queries within 48 hours. The support teams’ working hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm Indian Standard Time (IST). 

The UMass Global MBA is designed for busy professionals who want to continue working while studying. All courses are delivered 100% online with asynchronous learning, allowing you to complete assignments and lectures at your own pace without disrupting your career or personal commitments.

MBA graduates often advance into leadership, strategy, or management roles across industries such as consulting, healthcare, technology, and finance. In the GMAC 2025 Corporate Recruiters Survey (July 2025), nearly 90% of global employers said they plan to hire MBA graduates in 2025. This strong hiring intent, together with the broader salary uplift data, reinforces that a strategic management qualification continues to unlock meaningful career opportunities. This outcome reflects how an MBA equips professionals with advanced leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills that drive long-term career growth.

Yes. The UMass Global MBA is widely recognized by employers across industries for its academic excellence and practical learning approach. As an accredited U.S. university, UMass Global holds strong credibility in both domestic and international markets. The degree helps professionals demonstrate global business readiness and leadership capabilities valued by organizations worldwide.