School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration
Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Earn an online Master of Business Administration (MBA) with FlexPath or GuidedPath
Capella’s ACBSP-accredited online Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed to equip students with the broad business acumen employers look for in leadership roles, guided by our Business, Technology and Health Care Advisory Board. Specialize in Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Project Management or a Self-Designed MBA built around your goals. With FlexPath, you can earn your MBA in as little as 12 months,* progressing through courses by demonstrating mastery of the material. Not sure an MBA is the right move? Read Why get an MBA.
*Based on fastest 25 percent of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies and other fees apply.
Master of Business Administration program overview
The MBA program is designed for future business leaders who want to elevate their business skills and knowledge. Your chosen specialization will help you develop a professional skill set to meet today’s business challenges.
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide assurance that we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, student services and fiscal stability. See all our accreditations and recognitions.
The FlexPath option for the project management specializations is not accredited by PMI-GAC.
The GAC Accredited Program seal is a mark of Project Management Institute, Inc.
Why Capella?
- Flexibility
- Cost & savings
- Quality curriculum
- Student experience
With FlexPath, you can earn your MBA in 12 months and under $16,000.
Based on fastest 25% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies and other fees apply. Available in select programs.
Two online learning formats to fit your life
- Take one or two courses at a time
- Set your own deadlines. You can finish a course and move on to the next one without having to wait for a new term
- Complete as many courses as you can in each 12-week billing session
- Available in select programs
- Work on assignments with fixed weekly deadlines
- Take up to three classes per quarter
- Follow a set schedule of 10-week quarters
You could potentially save* $10,210 on your Master of Business Administration, Project Management in the GuidedPath learning format with your CAPM® – Certified Associate in Project Management.
*Exclusions and conditions apply. Additional fee of $50 assessed each quarter you request documented credit.
Credit for previous learning
Get the credit you deserve. You may be able to save time and money on your Capella degree by transferring credit from an accredited university or getting credit for prior learning (CPL).
All transfer and CPL credit must be completed prior to starting any program in the FlexPath format. Any professional certification or external courses taken concurrently with FlexPath enrollment cannot be recognized in the Capella degree program.
Scholarships & grants
Capella scholarships and federal grants are funds that you don’t have to pay back.
Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
Ways to save
90%
of MBA alumni agree their degree from Capella gave them the confidence to pursue career advancement.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2025, point of graduation
Distinguished faculty
Our faculty bring a wealth of professional experiences to the classroom, with practical insights that can help you bridge the gap between learning in the classroom and working in the real world. They can teach the skills you need right now and share their understanding of what it’s really like to work in your chosen field.
MBA outcomes
At Capella University, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program is designed to provide broad exposure to core business disciplines and the opportunity to build competency in areas of specialization. Students engage in a curriculum that presents practical and relevant content integrated across functional business areas and emphasizes business analytics and leadership MBA graduates need to be successful in the workplace. Upon successful completion of this degree program, students have gained knowledge and skills in foundational business areas, integration across disciplines, the ability to lead and collaborate in complex and diverse environments, and the ability to use data and evidence-based decision making in the workplace. Graduates are prepared to pursue advanced business careers managing today’s complex, culturally diverse, global organizations.
94%
of MBA alumni agree the tuition paid for their education was a worthwhile investment.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2025, point of graduation
Financing support
- Assistance with the financial aid process
- Scholarships, transfer credits and credit for prior learning
Academic support
- One-on-one enrollment and advising support
- Writing Center, online library and tutoring services
- Expert faculty with real-world knowledge
Additional support resources
MBA program insights
“Although I had a successful career as a result of hard work, dedication and drive, I lacked the formal education needed to advance my career. I chose Capella because it was affordable, in addition to the flexibility it offered through self-paced learning.”
Angela Wiley
BS Business and MBA, FlexPath graduate
Frequently asked questions
Applicants to the MBA program must provide the following information for admission:
- A bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or from an internationally recognized institution
- Your official bachelor’s transcripts, with a minimum grade point average of 2.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- A valid, government-issued form of photo identification
- An admission application – no application fee required
GRE and GMAT are not required for admission.
International and FlexPath applicants will be subject to additional admission requirements.
View full admission requirements for each specialization: Self-Designed MBA, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Project Management.
The Capella Master of Business Administration program is designed for future business leaders who want to elevate their business skills and knowledge. The program provides broad exposure to core business disciplines, plus the opportunity to build competency in a specialization, with a specific skill set to meet today’s business challenges. These specializations include Self-Designed MBA, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Project Management.
You’ll engage with a curriculum that is both practical and relevant. Content is integrated across functional business areas and emphasizes both business analytics and leadership, two key areas MBA graduates need to be effective in the workplace. Upon successful completion of this degree program, you will have gained knowledge and skills in foundational business areas with integration across disciplines, the abilities to lead and collaborate in complex and diverse environments and the ability to use data and evidence-based decision making in the workplace. Graduates are prepared to pursue advanced business careers managing today’s complex, culturally diverse, global organizations.
With FlexPath, you can take courses at your own speed and move on to the next one when you’re ready. Our self-paced learning format helps put you in control.
The FlexPath learning format offers flexibility – and support – to help you fit earning a degree into your busy life. Set your own deadlines. Use what you already know to progress at your own pace. And take advantage of one tuition fee every 12-week billing session to help lower costs. Books, supplies and other fees apply.
Compare that with our GuidedPath learning format, which offers structured learning with the flexibility of 24/7 access to the courseroom. Set deadlines help you stay focused and motivated. You’ll engage with peers for weekly discussion posts, and instructors provide regular check-ins and feedback on assessments. Tuition is billed on a pay-per-credit model for 10-week courses. So, you can plan out your degree to fit your schedule and budget.
The MBA is online, although students can choose to engage in work-based learning where they can transfer their on-the-job experience to the courseroom. Learn more about work-based learning.
Discover more about the student experience at Capella University to see what life would be like as a student and explore what additional support resources we offer to help you find and succeed in your degree program.
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