Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration

Course Delivery

On Campus, Online, Hybrid

Total Credits

30 - 36 Credits

About the Program

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Each UCCS MBA student is unique, and they deserve a unique solution to meet their educational and professional goals. That’s why the UCCS MBA provides the highest level of customization and flexibility in the state of Colorado. 

The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Only 5% of business schools have earned this distinction. With the only 30-credit General MBA in Colorado, 10+ specializations in business, online and in-person course delivery, and 8-week and 16-week class options, we believe in a personalized, tailored approach to learning. We give you the freedom to choose the right degree path for you.

According to US News & World Report, the UCCS MBA program was ranked at #85 for 2022 Best Online MBA Program. We were also ranked as #58 2022 Best Online Business MBA Program for Veterans. Additionally, we were named one of the top three in the state of Colorado for both MBA and MBA programs for veterans. 


Focus of Study

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is devoted to the concepts, analytical tools, and communication skills required for competent and responsible management. The management of an enterprise is viewed in its entirety and within its social, political, and economic environment.

The MBA provides a broad curriculum preparing you for a variety of options in launching your career. All majors are welcome--our MBA program is designed to meet the needs of students with or without previous business education.


Program Requirements

ProgramOverviewTime to CompleteNumber of SpecializationsCredit Hours
Evening MBAComplete your degree while working full-time with night classes offered at our centrally-located Colorado Springs campus. Campus courses are delivered in a 16-week semester format. 18 months to 3 years10
  • General MBA: 30 Credit Hours
  • MBA with Specialization: 36 Credit Hours
Online MBAEarn your MBA with ultimate flexibility - around your schedule. The Online MBA offers courses in an 8-week schedule. Students can take two classes a semester while focusing on one class at a time. Online courses are asynchronous.  You can complete your coursework on your own schedule, provided you meet class deadlines.18 months to 3 years10
  • General MBA: 30 Credit Hours
  • MBA with Specialization: 36 Credit Hours

Accelerated Masters

The College of Business offers a unique opportunity for highly qualified undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Arts in Technical Communication and Information Design program (TCID) and Bachelor of Arts in Women’s & Ethnic Studies program (WEST) to pursue the MBA through the accelerated master's partnership. The accelerated MBA assumes students will pursue the General MBA track. The time to complete the MBA program may increase if an emphasis area is selected. Students may elect to take MBA courses online or on campus.12 months (General MBA)10
  • General MBA: 30 Credit Hours
  • MBA with Specialization: 36 Credit Hours

Program Coursework

Specialization emphasis options:

  • Accounting
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Innovation Management
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Space Cyber Enterprise Management
  • Sport Management

For details on program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog.


Admission Details

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To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the MBA Application Checklist page.

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