Compare Online MBA Programs

We offer two tracks within our online MBA program - one for early career professionals (MBA Direct) and one for experienced professionals. Both programs feature the same expert faculty, access to ºìÌÒÓ°ÊÓ Cox resources and flexible schedule, but there are some important differences. Review the chart below to find the online MBA track that best matches your experience.

The MBA Direct (Early Career track) and the Online MBA (Experienced Professional track) program details are compared below.

  Online MBA Direct: Early Career Track  Online MBA: Experienced Professional Track
Average Age 23 years 31 years
Average Work Experience 15 months 8 years
Job Requirements Must be currently employed No requirements
Class Sessions Weeknights, Online Weeknights, some Saturday mornings
Program Start January & August January, May & August
Program Length* 33 months 24 months
Credit hours 53 52

*The estimated time to complete your degree depends upon the number of credit hours taken each semester. You have up to six years to complete an MBA degree from the Cox School.








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