Master of Business Administration Professional Studies
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
12 master's courses
11 weeks long
$ 2985
Cost per course
Flexible learning
Online and in-person programs at select campuses, subject to availability
Create your professional studies degree
With an MBA in Professional Studies from Strayer, you’ll have the flexibility to develop your own personalized MBA program. You’ll discover how to craft a schedule of coursework that informs your knowledge of the specific business practices that matter to you.
Explore professional studies in your MBA program
Whether you’re interested in finance, marketing, strategy or analytics, an MBA in Professional Studies from Strayer can give you tools to focus on the areas that matter most to you. Structure your curriculum to gain the technical skills that will help you pursue your professional goals.
Why choose Strayer for an MBA in Professional Studies?
A Strayer degree can help you develop technical skills you can apply to a variety of business settings, while offering support, flexible learning options and career planning every step of the way.
Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Business Administration (Strayer) in Professional Studies cost breakdown
- 12 courses, $2985 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Opportunities to save on tuition
$4K Alumni Master’s Scholarship
If you’re a Strayer University Alumni and ready to pursue a master’s degree, our Alumni Scholarship can save you $4,000. All you need to do is register for an eligible Strayer graduate program, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater and meet eligibility requirements.
50% off Master’s Scholarship
Enroll in two master’s courses, get 50% off tuition. Summer or fall 2025 term only.*
*Eligibility rules, restrictions and exclusions apply.
Civic and Community Alliance Scholarship
Ready to earn an affordable Strayer degree? Admitted Strayer or JWMI students who are employed in certain civic roles or volunteer for a nonprofit may be eligible to receive 25% off tuition for the duration of their program.
Professional studies courses
This concentration allows you to design a customized MBA program focused on your specific interests. Working with an advisor, you can study big picture business concepts like strategic management, communication, leadership and business law. View all courses.
Sample courses
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.
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.
Applies the major elements of the marketing process, including domestic and foreign market assessment, strategic planning and the development of an effective marketing mix (product, price, promotion and distribution) to create customer value. Analyzes key marketing concepts, such as consumer/business buying behavior, market research, brand management, product development, pricing strategies and the design of marketing channels (promotion and distribution). Examines the integration of marketing with other functions in a business organization.
It’s all about the numbers. This course provides an overview of data analytics and statistics using tools such as Excel to make strategic business decisions. Topics covered include Key Performance Indicators, storytelling with data, Excel basics, data analysis, statistical concepts, and dashboards/business decision making using analytics.
What can you do with an MBA in Professional Studies?
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 professional world.
Versatile skills for your future
The professional studies concentration provides students the opportunity to create a custom learning experience in business. Students will be able to choose three courses from the portfolio of MBA concentration courses that they feel best fit their learning needs. Students also have the option of taking the BUS 595 Business Experience through Workplace Learning course as one of their three courses in this concentration. Through the choice of three additional graduate courses, students will be able to acquire skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in their chosen careers within the business environment.
These courses are selected in consultation with a dean or coach. Courses may be selected from graduate-level courses in developing a curriculum that meets students’ educational and professional needs. Students are responsible for fulfilling any prerequisites associated with the graduate courses selected in the program.
In addition, students who complete this concentration may be prepared to:
- Carry out corrective action plans to fix problems within the organization or specific departments.
- Create and implement company policies to help increase productivity and maximize ROI.
- Guide managers on handling issues related to organizational policies, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment.
- Identify and fill open staff positions by interviewing and selecting applicants.
- Manage employee and staff work related to hiring, payment and employee relations.
- Monitor schedules, staffing and budgets throughout a project and update as needed.
- Organize and run orientation programs for new employees, trainings and more.
- Organize the creation or setup of systems to control budgets, keep records and manage administrative tasks.
- Oversee departments such as advertising, purchasing, credit or accounting.
- Perform difficult staffing tasks, like resolving understaffing issues, firing employees and enforcing disciplinary actions.
- Resolve any issues that come up throughout the course of a project.
- Select department heads or managers and delegate tasks and responsibilities to them.
- Supply employees and new candidates with details about job responsibilities, pay and benefits.
Apply for your Professional Studies degree today
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about Strayer University’s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Transfer up to four eligible classes from a prior college or university to your master’s degree, saving time and money.
Strayer welcomes international students
Strayer University is proud to have hosted more than 3,000 international students from over 110 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
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.
Ready to take the next step?
Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.