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Continue at WGU with a Business-Focused Master's Degree
Keep Your Momentum and Earn a Business Master's Degree
You've earned a bachelor's degree from WGU, but why stop there? As a new WGU grad, it’s easy to continue and pursue your master's degree. In fact, nearly 30% of current business master's degree seekers at WGU are continuing grads.
29%
Around one-third of current WGU business master's degree seekers earned their bachelor's at WGU.
6,410
Currently there are over 6,000 WGU business bachelor's degree grads pursuing a master's degree at WGU.
12-18
The average time to complete a master’s at WGU is 12-18 months. Increase your earning power in a year depending on the program.
Why Should You Earn a Master's in Business?
- Progress at work. Add a master's degree to your résumé and earn a promotion or change your career direction.
- Boost your salary. A master's degree could help you earn more money. Time earning a master's in business is time well spent.
- Keep moving. You already know the ins and outs of a WGU degree program. Keep up your momentum and earn an advanced degree.
- Finish fast. Most graduate students earn their business master's degree in 12 to 24 months. You may be able to move even quicker.
Business Master's Degrees Offered
WGU offers six career-focused master's programs in business. For most of them, you will have to have earned a bachelor's degree from a recognized, accredited institution. If you're looking to gain additional expertise in technical business skills and leadership, a master's degree in business can be a perfect fit. For specific information on degree-specific prerequisites and steps, view the College of Business admissions requirements.
Here are some ways to get started:
- Speak with a Continuing Graduate Enrollment Counselor to determine the best master's programs for your needs.
- If you've already received a bachelor's degree in education from WGU, fill out the continuing graduate application.
- If you have NOT already received a bachelor's degree from WGU, you can apply here.
Business Master's Degrees
Business
Master of Business Administration
The flexible MBA program you need, focused on business management,...
The flexible MBA program you need, focused on business management, strategy, and leading teams:
- Time: Graduates can finish in 12 months.
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program.
Sample careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- President and CEO
- Vice president
- Executive director
- Chief strategic officer
Our competency-based model gives you an innovative learning experience you won't find anywhere else—and our MBA grads tell us they loved accelerating their program to see a faster ROI.
Business
Management and Leadership – M.S.
An online master's degree focused on change management, innovation, and...
An online master's degree focused on change management, innovation, and leading teams:
- Time: 70% of graduates can finish in 20 months.
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program
Sample careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- President
- Vice president
- Director of operations
- Executive director
Develop a comprehensive suite of leadership skills and your confidence to navigate changing business structures.
Business
MBA Healthcare Management
Prepare for a career leading private or public healthcare organizations....
Prepare for a career leading private or public healthcare organizations.
- Time: Graduates can finish within 12 months.
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program.
Some careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- President and CEO
- Vice president
- Administrative director
- Chief financial officer
- Other executive-level roles
Healthcare is big business in today's complex economy. Steer your career with this specialty MBA.
Compare online business degrees
This program is not the only online business degree WGU offers that is designed to create leaders in the field of healthcare. Compare our health leadership degrees.
Business
MBA Information Technology Management
Earn the online college degree that can move your career into IT upper...
Earn the online college degree that can move your career into IT upper management:
- Time: Graduates can finish in 12 months
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program
Sample careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- Chief technology officer
- Director of IT services
- Senior systems administrator
- Management information systems director
- Computer and information systems manager
Learn to navigate emergencies, execute strategies, and optimize systems with the competencies within this specialty MBA.
Technology
Data Analytics – M.S.
Lead businesses with strong analysis skills:...
Lead businesses with strong analysis skills:
- Time: 70% of graduates finish within 23 months.
- Tuition: $3,940 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program.
There are many careers this degree program may prepare you for, including:
- Data Analyst
- Data Administrator
- Business Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Information Research Scientist
- Advanced Analytics Expert
Master data mining, visualization, and SQL—and lead analytics at the business of your choice.
Business
Accounting – M.S.
Become better qualified to pursue a greater variety of public and private...
Become better qualified to pursue a greater variety of public and private accounting positions:
- Time: 72% of grads finish within 24 months.
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program
Some careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- Accountant
- Accounting manager
- Internal audit manager
- Senior accountant
- Other specialized finance roles
This MAcc program is designed to prepare you for the CPA exam and also the CMA or CIA exams.
Business
Marketing – M.S.
Two online marketing master's degree options with a focus on either...
Two online marketing master's degree options with a focus on either digital marketing or marketing analytics.
- Time: 72% of graduates finish WGU master's programs in 24 months.
- Tuition: $4,530 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program
- Program Options: Students choose from two degrees to focus their marketing studies on digital marketing or marketing analytics.
Sample careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- Marketing manager
- Marketing analyst
- Marketing director
- SEO manager
- SEM manager
- Email manager
A marketing master's degree will help you prepare for a wide range of exciting marketing careers.
Technology
Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster...
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster pace with fewer courses.
- Time: Approximately 5 years.
- Tuition: $3,625 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $3,940 per term for the master's portion.
- Courses: 42 total courses in this program.
Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
- CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
- Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
- ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
- PMI CAPM
- LPI Linux Essentials
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
Technology
Information Technology Management – M.S.
A degree for experienced IT professionals ready to lead....
A degree for experienced IT professionals ready to lead.
- Time: 72% of graduates finish within 20 months.
- Tuition: $3,940 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program.
Included in your program—at no extra cost—is the opportunity to earn the valuable PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification.
There are many job titles this degree can prepare you for, including:
- CIO/CTO
- IT manager
- IT director
- Information systems manager
Maximize the opportunities that your IT career path has afforded you—earn your master's and keep moving up.
Education
Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology– M.S.
The M.S. in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology from WGU...
The M.S. in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology from WGU is for instructional designers tasked with creating engaging and immersive virtual learning experiences that can substitute for on-ground instruction.
No teaching license required.
- Time: 73% of grads finish similar programs in 18 months
- Tuition: $3,665 per 6-month term
- Courses: 12 total courses in this program.
This program includes two tracks for students to choose from:
- The K-12 Learning Designer pathway
- The Adult Learning Designer pathway
Careers you will be prepared for after earning this degree include:
- Instructional coordinator
- Instructional designer
- Curriculum developer
- Instructional technologist
- Learning engineer
- Learning architect
- Instructional design coordinator
- Academic technologist
- Learning experience designer
- Distance education administrator
- Director of instructional design
- Online course designer
- Online course developer
- Corporate training
Develop training and instruction expertise to help you in the classroom, in educational settings, or in corporate world.
Health & Nursing
Master of Healthcare Administration
A master's focused on managing comprehensive, value-based care, directly...
A master's focused on managing comprehensive, value-based care, directly in line with innovations in health and healthcare.
- Time: 81% of grads finish within 24 months.
- Tuition: $4,240 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 12 total courses in this program.
Examples of careers and jobs this degree will prepare you for:
- Managed care executive
- Director of integrated care management
- Health center manager/clinic manager
- Director of integrated facilities
Your rich experience in a health-related field can mean more when you bring a master's level of understanding to the problems that organizations need to solve.
Compare degrees
This program is not the only degree WGU offers designed to create leaders in the field of healthcare. Compare our health leadership degrees.
Ready to Continue at WGU?
You know what a WGU degree can do for your career and your life. Another degree could be the crucial next step you need to take. You've seen how WGU fits inside your life, so there's no better time than today to get started at WGU—again! We would love to have you return to WGU and continue your education. Don't wait any longer! Schedule an appointment with a continuing grad specialist to learn about the next steps, today.
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Returning Grads Enjoy VIP Benefits
You've learned how easy it is to fit a WGU degree program into your life, so keep going! As a returning student, you'll receive a number of perks. If you're ready, we'd love to welcome you back to WGU to pursue a master's degree. Click here to learn more about returning to WGU.
Elite Applicant Status
Your application for admission is much shorter than the standard application, and it will automatically be moved to the front of the line for consideration.
Exclusive Scholarship Opportunities
Returning grads are eligible to apply for the exclusive Alumni Master's Degree Scholarship, valued at up to $2,500.
New Student Scholarship Eligibility
Returning WGU graduates are also eligible to apply for the scholarship opportunities available to new students.
What Careers Can I Pursue with a Business-Focused Master's Degree?
A master’s degree can qualify you for higher-paying jobs. C-level executives often earn high six-figure salaries. The positions you qualify for could vary depending on the specific master's degree you earn. In general, your advanced degree in business may prepare you for management positions and C-level roles such as:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Operations Officer
- Executive Director
- President
- Auditor
Why Continue at WGU?
Maintain Momentum
You’ve earned a bachelor’s degree. You know how a WGU degree fits into your life, so why not keep going? Continue on and earn your master’s at WGU in as few as 12 to 18 months.
Progress Your Career
On average, advanced degree holders make $17,000 more than those with just a bachelor’s. For a small investment, you can earn your master’s degree at WGU and see big returns.
Exclusive Access
As a continuing student, you can enroll more quickly and apply for an alumni-only scholarship. Visit your student portal to complete the enrollment process quickly.
Explore Master's Degree Programs at WGU
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