Online MBA | Hofstra University

NATIONALLY RANKED ONLINE MBA

Hofstra University’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business offers an online MBA program that is ranked among Princeton Review’s Top 25 programs and U.S. News and World Report’s Top 20 online MBA programs in the nation, making it the highest ranked such program in the New York metro area – designed for busy professionals who need a flexible option to advance their careers. Finish your MBA in Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing, Strategic Business Management, or Strategic Healthcare Management in as little as 16 months. Our program includes an optional global practicum, scientifically designed executive coaching, and two four-day residencies where you will connect with faculty, classmates, industry executives, and notable Hofstra alumni through corporate visits in New York City. GMAT waivers are available for candidates with a qualifying academic and professional background who have earned an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. Additional waivers may be available upon application review. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates and professionals are encouraged to check with their employer for additional tuition benefits.

Program Highlights

Personal Attention

Online doesn’t mean impersonal. Our expert faculty work hard to build strong relationships with and among students, ensuring that the online classroom experience is lively, engaging and challenging.

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Highly Ranked

The Online MBA program is internationally recognized:

#19 by U.S. News & World Report
#24 by QS World University Rankings
#30by Poets & Quants

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Global Practicum

Connect what you learn in your Online MBA courses to real-life business scenarios through our optional Global Practicum. From Thailand and China to South Africa and the Middle East, you can travel the world.

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Executive Coaching

Gain the insights, training, support and resources to development your leadership abilities with the Hogan Development Survey executive coaching program – the globally recognized, scientifically designed tool that is used by top corporations including GM, Citi, Microsoft and IBM.

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Competitive Tuition

Earning the Online MBA from Hofstra University is an investment in your professional career. Our Online MBA is priced competitively and is based on the graduate tuition rate per credit hour. Scholarships are available.

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Concentrate in Healthcare Management

Further hone your MBA studies by selecting a Strategic Healthcare Management concentration. This consists of cross-disciplinary major-concentration courses focused on the current practices and advanced strategies in the healthcare industry.

Learn More

Visit the Hofstra campus or connect with the graduate admission team. We will answer your questions and put you in touch with program faculty or degree candidates to learn more. Contact us at graduatebusiness@hofstra.edu, or call 516-463-4143.

Start your Graduate Business Application online where you can upload the following documents:

Transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. Submit copies online to be used for your application review, but official transcripts will be required once you’re accepted into the program.
Résumé listing your professional experiences, including increasing levels of responsibility, leadership potential, and commitment to professional education.
Contact information for three professional recommendations.
GMAT or GRE scores (School Code: 2295). GMAT waivers are available for candidates with a qualifying academic and professional background who have earned an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. Additional waivers may be available upon application review.

Preference is given to applicants with:

High undergraduate GPAs and/or strong test scores on the GMAT or GRE
A minimum of 3 to 5 years of work experience
High promise of success in the program

Please note: No specific undergraduate course of study is required for admission.

International students: Please be aware that F-1 Visas may not be issued for this program.

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Applications are accepted to the Online MBA program for the spring (part-time only) and fall semesters (full-time or part-time). We encourage you to submit your application well before the semester start dates as there are limited seats available in the cohort. Following these dates, applications are reviewed on a space-available basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply early in the cycle for scholarship consideration.

Early Application Deadline: May 1st

Preferred Application Deadline: June 15th

*Applications for the part-time Spring cohort open in early-August and are reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Zarb Online MBA program is a 36-credit MBA with courses that cover every area of business. Courses are rigorous and relevant.

Email the Executive Director to explore a sample course.

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Resources

Hofstra Canvas

Manage your online courses with this powerful tool. You’ll have 24/7 access to submit coursework, check your grades, and email your professors and classmates. Your instructors use Canvas to post announcements, documents, and other materials.

Computing Services

Online Library

Meet the Program Director

Kaushik Sengupta

Dr. Sengupta is Chair, Department of Management & Entrepreneurship and Professor at the Zarb School of Business. Since 2011, Dr. Sengupta has been the Executive Director of the Online MBA Program. Dr. Sengupta's teaching and research are in the areas of operations management and supply chain management. He is involved with teaching and curriculum development for the BBA, MBA and Executive MBA programs. Dr. Sengupta's current focus areas of research are in the analysis of supply chain management trends and practices, and analysis of industry wide similarities and differences in supply chain practices.

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Kaushik Sengupta

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Through your graduate studies at Hofstra, you'll have countless opportunities to be your best self. From being surrounded by faculty, staff, and peers who care to having access to the resources you need to succeed, you'll gain an advantage -- in your career and in life -- at Hofstra. Launch Experience

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