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The economy doesn’t define a business.
Those who run it do.

It’s one thing to work for a business. It’s quite another to manage it.

When you pursue an online MBA in General Management at Maryville University, you get the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about the general operations of a company — from accounting principles to corporate strategies and organizational behavior.

When you earn your general management MBA with us, you’ll embark on an exploration of important topics in business management, such as:

  • Corporate strategies
  • Leadership
  • Business ethics
  • Organizational behavior
  • Project and strategic management
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Choose from multiple start dates

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Utilize eligible transfer credits

Why choose Maryville for Online MBA in General Management?

If you’re going to invest your time and money in a degree, you want the best value you can find. Maryville has an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality education in a convenient online format, and our online MBA in General Management is designed to give you the leadership skills you need to enhance a business — and your career.

If you want an education with a high return on investment (ROI), look no further than Maryville. We offer a unique blend of world-class quality and value that can prepare you to be a stronger manager and leader. And we’ve been recognized for quality by some pretty impressive institutions.

Maryville University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Forbes America's Top Colleges
Kiplinger Best College Values
ACBSP Global Business Accreditation

Pursue a general management MBA with flexibility.

At Maryville, we get that you have a busy schedule. That’s why we make our program incredibly flexible — so you can work around your obligations and pursue your education when it’s convenient for you.

  • Complete your courses 100% online, on your schedule
  • Start when you’re ready — choose from six admission points annually
  • Get faculty support when you need it
  • Take advantage of opportunities for networking and mentorship

What Does Our MBA in General Management Online Curriculum Cover?

You’re ready to move into business leadership. Maryville University’s online MBA in General Management degree program can help you build foundational knowledge in business with eight core business courses. These courses cover subjects such as organizational behavior and development, business ethics, and the legal environment for businesses.

You’ll also have the opportunity to build your management skills with our general management concentration courses. These classes thoroughly explore topics like human resource management, interpersonal management, project management, and leadership. Your curriculum and online Maryville learning experience will culminate with a capstone project.

The MBA in General Management concentration courses include:

  • Human Resources Management. Students strengthen key HR management skills, including recruiting, compensation, training, and talent management. Learn about labor relations, equal opportunity, and collective bargaining. The course develops human resource planning and change-management skills.
  • Interpersonal Management Skills. This course builds interpersonal skills in business settings. Students examine human relations principles and their applications in the workforce. Learn how to connect with team members and examine trends that affect the workplace.
  • Human Resources Management. Students strengthen key HR management skills, including recruiting, compensation, training, and talent management. Learn about labor relations, equal opportunity, and collective bargaining. The course develops human resource planning and change-management skills.
  • Interpersonal Management Skills. This course builds interpersonal skills in business settings. Students examine human relations principles and their applications in the workforce. Learn how to connect with team members and examine trends that affect the workplace.

MBA in General Management Career Opportunities

You probably already know that adding an MBA to your resume makes you more valuable to most businesses and that it can help boost your salary and position. But with a specialized online MBA in General Management, you can showcase your management and leadership skills to make yourself even more sought-after for high-level positions from manager roles all the way up to the C-suite.

Here are some positions our MBA in General Management graduates might pursue:

Typical Online General Management MBA Career Salary

How much can you earn with a general management MBA? Graduates qualify for roles in project management, human resources management, and management consulting. Median salaries for many of these roles were $90,000 or higher in 2021. Keep in mind that an individual’s earning potential depends on their industry, location, and job title.

Project
Management
Specialist
Median Salary:
$94,500

Administrative
Services Manager
Median Salary:
$100,170

Sales
Manager
Median Salary:
$127,490

Management
Analysts
Median Salary:
$93,000

Human Resources
Manager
Median Salary:
$126,230

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2021

Online General Management MBA Career Outlook

Managers are in high demand across industries. Management occupations will grow 8% from 2021 to 2031, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projections. An average of around 1.1 million job openings are expected to be available for managers annually during that period. Some professions are expected to see even higher growth. Management analysts, for example, will benefit from 11% job growth.

Meet Our Skilled Business Faculty

Being a leader in business means filling many different roles — and having the skills and training to make the best decisions for your organization. The faculty in our online MBA in General Management program are respected leaders in business with real-world experience in a variety of industries. They have the background and passion to prepare you for success.

You can read about them on our faculty page.

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The Business World Is All About Connections — So Is Our Online MBA in General Management

Maryville’s online MBA in General Management can help you build your industry connections. The John E. Simon School of Business and our expert faculty continuously cultivate partnerships with companies from around the world, in just about every business sector, including:

Ameren
Boeing
Centene
Centric Group

Edward Jones
Express Scripts
Maritz
Mercy Health

Rawlings
Scottrade
SSM Health
Suddenlink

Why Earn Your MBA in General Management Online?

Coursework in an MBA program should challenge you. But the process should be easy. The general management MBA program at Maryville prioritizes flexibility. You’ll study management and leadership on your schedule in an accessible learning environment. With six start dates and online support services, you can earn an MBA with less stress.

  • Take courses on your schedule.
  • Take advantage of networking and mentorship opportunities.
  • Collaborate with classmates and faculty.
  • Get academic, career, and technical support when you need it.

MBA in General Management Online Admissions Requirements

When you choose to pursue your general management MBA degree at Maryville, you make a brave decision. And we believe in rewarding bravery.

That’s why we do everything we can to make our online MBA in General Management program as open and accessible as possible, with no GRE or GMAT requirements and no application fee. Here’s what you will need to apply:

  • A four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Official academic transcripts
  • A completed online application — no fee required
  • A personal letter explaining your qualifications for graduate work
  • International applicants only: Official Test of English as a Foreign Language
    • TOEFL IBT of 79 or higher; no subscore lower than 18
    • Test date should be within two years of application

Start dates

Our goal is to make our online MBA in General Management degree program accessible for those with responsibilities besides their education.

We offer six start dates throughout the year, so you’re never more than a few weeks away from being able to begin your education. Choose from start dates at the beginning or midpoint of the spring, summer, or fall term.

You can learn more on our admissions page.

MBA in General Management Online Credit Requirements

Maryville’s online master’s in business administration with a concentration in general management program comprises 39 credit hours. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Eight core business courses covering topics like marketing, economics, ethics, and financial policy
  • Four general management concentration courses covering personnel management, project management, and leadership
  • One capstone course

You can complete our online MBA in General Management degree program in as few as 14 months by taking two courses per eight-week session.

Program cost

At Maryville University, we’re committed to providing top-quality graduate education at an affordable price. Tuition for our MBA with a concentration in general management is $714 per credit hour or about $27,846 in total. For those who qualify, scholarships, financial aid, and other tuition assistance may be available.

Frequently Asked Questions

With an online MBA in General Management, you can pursue a management career in human resources, sales, finance, or marketing. You could also work as a project manager, management consultant, or operations analyst. The leadership skills you’ll gain by pursuing a general management MBA apply in many fields and industries.

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