Flexible MBA

Robinson’s MBA will equip you with not only business acumen but also a relevant, interdisciplinary skill set that is tailored to your career goals. Examples: analytics consulting, digital transformation, and fintech.

Application Requirements

• Any bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Online application and $50 application fee
• Test scores – GMAT or GRE (optional for fall 2021)
• Interview
• College transcripts
• Personal statement
• Resume – Work experience is valuable but not required.
• Additional requirements apply for international applicants

Learn more about the application process and what you will need to apply.

Cornerstone Core

3-6 courses | 7.5-16.5 hours

• MBA 8000 – Managing in the Global Economy (3 hours)
• MBA 8015 – Strategic Business Communication (3 hours)
• MBA 8025 – Financial Statement Analysis (3 hours)
• MBA 8030 – Legal Environment: Ethics and Corporate Governance (3 hours)
• MBA 8040 – Data Driven Decision Making (3 hours)
• MBA 8045 – Analytics Experience (1.5 hours)

With the exception of MBA 8000 and MBA 8040, up to 9 hours (three courses) from the Cornerstone Core may be waived based on the following criteria:

• MBA 8015 waived only under exceptional circumstances, which must include a high degree of previous education and proof of significant experience in the communications area.
• MBA 8025 waived for students with an undergraduate accounting major with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
• MBA 8030 waived only for students with a JD.

Functional Core

4-6 courses | 10.5-16.5 hours

• MBA 8115 – Managerial Accounting and Control Systems (1.5 hours)
• MBA 8125 – Digital Innovation (3 hours)
• MBA 8135 – Corporate Finance (3 hours)
• MBA 8145 – Strategic Marketing Management (3 hours)
• MBA 8155 – Operations Management (3 hours)
• MBA 8165 – Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3 hours)

Up to six hours (two courses) of Functional Core courses may be waived based on one’s undergraduate degree and significant work experience in the area.

1 course | 3 hours

• MBA 8820 – Global Competitive Strategy (3 hours)

8000-Level Electives

6 courses | 18 hours
Electives must be from the Robinson College of Business or in the area of economics. Other electives must be taken with special permission.

Tuition per credit hour:
Georgia residents: $499
Non-Georgia residents: $1,308

Estimated total tuition and fees:
Georgia residents: $32,048-$35,868
Non-Georgia residents: $67,668-$79,554

Range based on full-time and average part-time courseload and fees. Tuition is subject to change.

*These figures are estimates.

Financial Aid

Contact Graduate Student Financial Services
We are here to help you understand the cost of your program, the payment schedule and financing opportunities.
rcbfinancialaid@gsu.edu
404-413-7086

Scholarships

Robinson Scholarships

Robinson offers several scholarships through the Office of the Dean as well as the individual academic departments.

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Search Georgia State’s Database

Georgia State offers a robust searchable database containing scholarships offered through the university as well as external websites.

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Graduate Research Assistantships

Graduate research assistantships are available to offset program costs. Below, see a table that breaks down the cost of tuition after a GRA position is secured.

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Loans

• Federal Direct Loans and online FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid
• Private Education Loans

You will be paired with a Graduate Student Experience professional who stays on top of the extracurricular programming that will enhance your academic journey and propel your career. Activities include boot camps on topics that are relevant to your field, professional workshops, networking events, recruiting fairs, and meet-and-greets intended to create camaraderie with your peers.

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Learn More about the Graduate Student Experience Team

The MBA program is designed for individuals with work experience who aspire to organizational or entrepreneurial leadership positions. The program enhances general management abilities and provides an opportunity to place emphasis on one or more functional areas of expertise. The primary objectives of the program are for students to develop and integrate: (1) analytical skills for decision-making that incorporate global, ethical and culturally diverse dimensions; (2) skills in assessing organizational performance and developing approaches for improvement; (3) leadership skills; and (4) interpersonal skills that contribute to teamwork.