Master of Business Administration Global Management
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why earn a degree in global management from Strayer?
Discover what business management means on a global scale. Our MBA in Global Management can help you understand how to leverage resources, enter foreign markets, create competitive advantages, influence buyer behavior and encourage innovative marketing techniques. Find the skills you need to meet your professional and personal goals.
Build your management skills
Get a global management perspective. This online MBA program is designed to provide you with key management skills and teach you how to apply tools to help your company succeed in the international marketplace.
Is an MBA in Global Management good to have? It depends on what you learn.
- Apply management theories and practices to organizations operating in global markets.
- Create global operations strategies to achieve a competitive advantage within international business environments.
- Develop marketing strategies for global organizations to achieve a competitive advantage.
Class size varies based on course objectives and the teaching demands of the subject matter. In general, Strayer University aims to keep the student-to-instructor ratio low.
How long does it take to get a master’s degree in business administration?
- There are 12 11-week courses in this program.
- How many courses you take at a time will determine how long the overall program will be.
- Strayer University credits are expressed in quarter hours.
- One quarter hour of credit is granted for the successful completion of 10 contact hours per course.
- The standard requirement for one course is for students to spend 10 to 14 hours in weekly work, including in- and out-of-classroom work. The Strayer course design uses this requirement to meet applicable regulatory standards.
Accredited online university
Strayer University has distinct accreditations and affiliations that attest to our academic quality. We're committed to meeting quality standards, so you can earn a diploma you're proud to display. View the ACBSP student achievement information.
91
of Master of Business Administration alumni agree that their Strayer degree was a worthwhile investment.
Strayer Alumni Survey, 2023 *Excludes Strayer’s Jack Welch Management Institute MBA.
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Program cost breakdown
This MBA program consists of 12 courses, with the price of $2,985 per course. There are additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term and a one-time $150 degree conferral fee.
Transfer credits
Courses from another institution may be eligible for transfer credits to Strayer, which can help reduce the number of courses you need to graduate and your overall tuition. You can transfer up to four classes toward your master’s degree. The Strayer transfer credit page has more information as well as a tool to estimate how many transfer credits you may be able to apply to your Strayer degree program.
*Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration in North Carolina or Pennsylvania may transfer up to four classes.
Scholarships and financial aid
There are a number of financial aid options worth exploring on our financial aid page. To apply for federal aid, prospective students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Stafford loans are available for graduate study. These are direct unsubsidized loans, not based on financial need. Unlike subsidized loans, Stafford loan interest will accrue while in the program. Making interest payments while in school will help reduce the amount of principal that would otherwise build up, reducing your end cost.
There are also scholarships and private loans available for Strayer students.
More than 500 organizations – including corporations and community colleges – invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs. If your employer is a Corporate Alliance Partner, you may qualify for programs that can help you discover career pathways in your field.
Private loans
Nonfederal loans can help pay the difference between the cost of attendance and the total of loans and grants received from other tuition assistance programs.
Military tuition assistance
Scholarships are offered to eligible students currently serving in the military, as well as military spouses. Strayer is also approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Learn more about the Strayer University active military assistance program here.
Veteran benefits
In addition to participating fully in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Strayer is approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Student veterans can receive transfer credit for military training and life experiences.
What coursework do you need to specialize in management?
Courses in this MBA program cover everything from variations in international regulatory environments to the challenges of managing cross-cultural teams. View all courses.
Sample courses
Analyzes the interaction of individual, group, and organizational dynamics that influence human behavior in organizations and determine appropriate management approaches to foster a productive work environment. Examines a variety of theories, models and strategies used to understand motivation and individual behavior, decision making, the dynamics of groups, work teams, communication, leadership, power and politics, conflict resolution, work design, organizational structure and culture, and managing change. Provides a conceptual base for managers to interpret, assess and influence human behavior in an organization.
The ability to communicate with clarity, confidence, persuasion and passion is an increasingly vital skill in business. This course focuses on tailoring your communication style to your audience. You will learn about communication strategies, effective business writing, and improving interpersonal communications and understand why communication is one of the most important skills in business.
Examines the strategic management process and implementation of successful business strategies in the highly competitive and dynamic global environment. Analyzes the impact of technology, government policy, and world economic and political forces on strategy formulation and execution. Analytic, integrative, and decision-making skills will be exercised through the use of case analysis and decision-making that will involve the core business functions, leadership challenges and global operations. A grade of B or higher is required for satisfactory course completion. Course residency requirement: This course must be taken as last or next-to-last class; it is not eligible for transfer credit and must be taken at Strayer University.
This course examines management theories and practices in the context of global and international organizations. Emphasis is placed on essential management areas including strategic planning, management styles, negotiations and human resources management in a global organization.
The course explores the creation of effective strategies within global markets. The course content includes the exploration of global competitive dynamics, leveraging resources and capabilities, entering foreign markets and creating competitive advantages within a framework of ethics and social responsibility.
This course explores how business managers create global marketing strategies within a competitive environment. Key concepts presented include understanding the global cultural environment and buying behavior, marketing research and global marketing strategies related to products, pricing, and logistics.
What can you do with an MBA in Global Management?
Your education can help you pursue your professional and personal goals. While Strayer cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore the potential impact you can have in the global management field.
Versatile skills for your future
The global management concentration applies management theories and practices to organizations operating in global markets. Students will learn global business management techniques and practices, how to formulate global strategy and global marketing management principles. Students should be prepared to create global operations strategies to achieve a competitive advantage within international business environments.
In addition, students who complete this concentration will be prepared to:
- Create global operation strategies and use management theories to handle companies that work in global markets.
- Improve visibility between international teams.
- Monitor and track customer experiences within a customer relationship management (CRM) platform to help improve relationships with customers.
- Organize and manage evaluations and supervision of internal controls within the organization.
- Oversee outsourced operations and create a system to keep track of their progress and performance.
- Provide guidance and expertise to new potential business clients as a consultant.
- Work closely with regulating bodies to ensure business operations are in compliance with local and federal laws.
Master of Business Administration admission requirements
Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
Learn more about the admissions process at Strayer.
Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International MBA students
We welcome international students.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
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