Why Northwestern?
Why Northwestern?
Why Northwestern?
Through our program, you’ll develop critical thinking abilities, collaborative teamwork skills, and authentic leadership capabilities that you can apply immediately to your work. Our graduates stand out for their ability to make ethical, faith-informed decisions in complex business environments.
Engage with real-world case studies and simulations from brands like the NFL, Amazon, and Chick-fil-A, while also applying theories and practical skills directly to your current professional challenges.
Connect with a community of like-minded professionals in Northwestern’s online MBA program, where students foster a supportive network, discern their vocational calling, and develop the skills to serve others through principled business leadership.
Specialized MBA
Accelerate your career with Northwestern College’s 100% online MBA program, designed for working professionals. Complete your degree in as little as one year while balancing work and life commitments. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates Christian principles with essential business disciplines including accounting, finance, economics, marketing, analytics, and more.
“This program provided me with the tools I needed to grow professionally as I continue my managerial journey, especially understanding how to operate a business with great faith and leadership.” Jorge | MBA
Application requirements
Application requirements
Application requirements
No GRE or GMAT required. No application fee.
Application materials reviewed on a rolling basis. They will be evaluated as they are received.
No GRE or GMAT required. No application fee.
Application materials reviewed on a rolling basis. They will be evaluated as they are received.
No GRE or GMAT required. No application fee.
Application materials reviewed on a rolling basis. They will be evaluated as they are received.
Official transcripts showing a degree from an accredited institution.
Recommended experience:
- A degree in any of the following disciplines: accounting, economics, finance, or business administration.
- Applicants with a degree in a non-business discipline but have completed at least 12 credit hours in any of the topics above or have taken the GMAT are considered well-prepared.
- Applicants without background experience can take a free online refresher course.
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Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Applicants with a GPA between 2.7 and 3.0 may be eligible for conditional admission.
- Applicants with a GPA below 2.7 will not be considered for admission.
International applicants with GPAs not measured on a 4.0 scale will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Students who are not from an English-speaking country or did not receive their baccalaureate degree in an English-speaking country will be required to demonstrate English proficiency with either a TOEFL score of 4 or above or an IELTS score of 6.5 or above.
The United States Department of Education (ED) requires that all institutions offering distance education courses certify that the student registering for a course is the same student who participates in the course or receives course credit. The ED requires that one or more of the following mechanisms be employed:
- A secure login and pass code
- Proctored examinations
- Copy of a government issued photo ID; Passport, Driver’s license, military ID collected at the time of enrollment
- New or other technologies and practices that are effective in verifying student identification
All methods of verifying student identity in distance learning protect the privacy of student information. There are no fees associated with the verification of student identity. Personally identifiable information collected by Northwestern College may be used, at the discretion of the College, as the basis for identity verification.
Program specifics
Program specifics
Program specifics
33 credit program
33 credit program
33 credit program
MBA Specializations
Customize your degree with one of our in-demand specializations by selecting 3 focused electives from one of the concentrations below (9 credits):
MBA Specializations
Customize your degree with one of our in-demand specializations by selecting 3 focused electives from one of the concentrations below (9 credits):
MBA Specializations
Customize your degree with one of our in-demand specializations by selecting 3 focused electives from one of the concentrations below (9 credits):
Core Curriculum
The required 8 courses below provide a comprehensive foundation in essential business disciplines (24 credits):
Core Curriculum
The required 8 courses below provide a comprehensive foundation in essential business disciplines (24 credits):
Core Curriculum
The required 8 courses below provide a comprehensive foundation in essential business disciplines (24 credits):
Additional Electives
Choose one of the specializations above (all 3 courses) for your electives to earn that specialization OR select 3 courses (9 credits) from across any of the specialization electives to earn a general MBA.
Additional Electives
Choose one of the specializations above (all 3 courses) for your electives to earn that specialization OR select 3 courses (9 credits) from across any of the specialization electives to earn a general MBA.
Additional Electives
Choose one of the specializations above (all 3 courses) for your electives to earn that specialization OR select 3 courses (9 credits) from across any of the specialization electives to earn a general MBA.
Prepare for Leadership
Graduates will be equipped with a holistic and ethical mindset, a deep spiritual awareness, and a strong sense of purpose, enabling them to steward resources responsibly and make values-driven decisions that create meaningful impact in their careers.
Our students are currently working full-time + serving in roles throughout the region.
Faculty + Staff
Brilliant scholars. Committed Christians. Invested in you. That’s Northwestern’s faculty.
