Best Online Nutrition Degree Programs Of 2024

Best Online Associate Degrees In Business Management Of 2024

Pro Tip

To help lower the cost of your education, make sure to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). The FAFSA is the portal to financial aid opportunities like loans, grants and scholarships.

Consider Your Future Goals

An online associate degree in business management can lead directly to entry-level roles in business fields like marketing, human resources and finance. If you aspire to more advanced roles, you should take a few factors into consideration when choosing your associate program.

If you want to continue on to a four-year business program—and maybe even an M.B.A. Degree—you should investigate community colleges with transfer pathways to four-year universities. In general, credits from Associate of Science and Associate of Arts degrees are more transferable than college credits from Associate of Applied Science programs, but this is not always the case.

Moreover, if you eventually want to work in a specific business field, you should investigate programs that include internship opportunities. By completing an internship in your desired subfield, you'll gain work experience and build connections with future employers.

Understand Your Expenses and Financing Options

Per-credit tuition rates for the 10 programs in our guide range from $77 to $176. Extrapolated over a typical 60-credit associate degree, these rates translate to approximately $4,600 to $10,600 in total tuition costs. Keep in mind that these are typically in-district or in-state tuition rates, and you will likely have to pay higher rates if you are an out-of-state student.

As a point of comparison, the National Center for Education Statistics found that during the 2022–23 academic year, public, two-year universities charged an average annual tuition rate of $3,598, which translates to around $7,200 for a two-year associate degree.

Submit the FAFSA to ensure your eligibility for federal student aid opportunities like loans, grants and scholarships. Your college might offer financial aid as well, and you can also pursue scholarships and grants through third-party organizations like nonprofits.

UNI To Offer Online MBA Degree

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KWWL) -- The University of Northern Iowa will offer a fully-online Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree following approval by the Iowa Board of Regents.

The MBA program will feature updated curriculum with three stackable graduate certificates. They are Business Fundamentals, Managerial Analytics, and Strategic Leadership and Innovation. Each certificate requires completion of four courses.

Leslie Wilson, dean of the Wilson College of Business, said in a statement, "I am thrilled about the opportunity to extend our top-tier education to a broader audience through our new online offering. UNI has consistently been ranked as a 'Best Business School' by The Princeton Review for over a decade reflects our commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and career advancement within the Wilson MBA program."

The Wilson MBA program is made up of 10 courses totaling 30 credits. Those that are in the program can attend each course online from any location.

To learn more information about the program, visit UNI's website.

UNI Now Offering Fully Online MBA Program

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – Students can now earn a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Northern Iowa fully online.

"I am thrilled about the opportunity to extend our top-tier education to a broader audience through our new online offering," says Leslie Wilson, dean of the Wilson College of Business.  "UNI has consistently been ranked as a 'Best Business School' by The Princeton Review for over a decade reflects our commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and career advancement within the Wilson MBA program." 

The program will begin offering courses online starting in the summer of 2024, with the entire course lineup available by the fall of 2025.

"UNI alumni want to earn a Wilson MBA. They value the coursework, experiences and relationships they have developed during their undergraduate program," says Mary Connerley, associate dean of the Wilson College of Business.  "I'm excited to deliver the same level of excellence and support to all professionals across Iowa and beyond. Our focus is on meeting the needs of employers who are looking for professionals with strong written and oral communication skills and critical thinking abilities."

The Wilson MBA program is comprised of 10 courses, totaling 30 credits.  Those in the program can attend these courses online from any location.

"Our decision to add an online MBA program is a direct response to the evolving needs of today's business professionals," says Alicia Rosburg, MBA program coordinator.  "By adding an online format, we prioritize convenience and flexibility, reflecting our dedication to student success. This approach guarantees that all students can access our top-tier education from anywhere, creating opportunities to advance their education, especially for those living outside of the Cedar Valley or those balancing work and family commitments."

Prospective students interested in earning their MBA through the Wilson College of Business can find more information about the program and admissions process at business.Uni.Edu/mba.

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