Master of Business Administration (Online)

Learn to lead from industry veterans

Alvernia University’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program provides a strong, ethical foundation for motivated students, helping them to become transformational leaders at for-profit businesses, nonprofits or governmental agencies. Developed with the input of regional executives and faculty members with academic and practical business experience, the Header School of Business program teaches students how to think strategically while delving into vital topics such as human resource management, international and supply chain management, business analytics and forecasting, project management, and ESG investing.

Alvernia's MBA features four badges: general MBA, management, marketing and communication, and finance and economics. The program was crafted by — and is taught by — veterans of the industry, including Donald Schalk, the program's director. Schalk has over 40 years of management experience, serving as CEO of four organizations, and works with startup firms and those in the early revenue stage at the O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship.

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Application Instructions

For admission into Alvernia's online MBA, you must have a baccalaureate degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (GRE or GMAT required if lower than 3.0). To apply:
 

• Speak to an admission advisor
• Complete an application
• Provide proof of a baccalaureate degree and all official college and institution transcripts
• Submit two letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources
• Submit a one-page personal statement on the values of graduate education for your personal and professional goals
• Submit a copy of your resume outlining your professional and educational experiences
• Provide additional evidence of potential for success (not required, but encouraged): items such as academic or professional awards, special certifications, samples of scholarly or creative work and completion of specialized examinations

Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, and visit our FAFSA page to stay up to date on the latest from federal student aid. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

Career Outlook

After earning your Master of Business Administration online, you can pursue a variety of careers, including: 
 

• Finance
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Sales Management
• Operations/Supply Chain Management
• Human Resources
• Government
• Nonprofits

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the range of jobs available with an MBA is projected to grow much faster than average for all occupations. The median annual wage in those professions in 2023 ranged from $80,000 (accountants, auditors, management, etc.) to over $200,000 (CEOs).

Accreditation Statements

• Alvernia University's Business Department programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
• Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.