Master of Business Administration
A Regis University MBA degree gives you a competitive edge by ensuring your education and skills are relevant and up-to-date with innovative business practices. The on-campus and online MBA program is designed for graduate students pursuing upper management or executive positions within large organizations or owners of small- to mid-sized firms. It places significant emphasis on decision making and leading organizations from a basis of financial data and fiscal analysis. The Regis MBA program features an environment that builds relationships and focuses knowledge and resources so students learn how to think – not just what to think.
The Regis University on-campus and online MBA curriculum is continually updated in response to the needs of today's dynamic business community. Our online MBA program has been ranked as one of the Top 25 Online MBA Programs for 2011 by TheBestColleges.org. Additionally, you can compare the Regis University CPS Online MBA degree with other similar degree programs at http://www.collegechoicesforadults.org, a consortium for regionally-accredited, adult-serving distance education member institutions.
Class Format
- Available in accelerated 8-week terms
Online 
ClassroomTuition
Classroom-based courses (CO): $770 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $810 /credit hour
Nevada Classroom and Online: $685/credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
36 Credit Hours
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Master of Business Administration degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
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Our Regis University Enrollment Counselors are here to guide you through the admissions process. You won't find any high-pressure sales tactics at Regis. Most of our counselors are or have been Regis students and they understand your questions and concerns about returning to school.
Congratulations on pursuing your degree! We look forward to helping you.
Career-Specific Specializations
In addition to earning a General MBA, the Regis University MBA degree offers seven areas of specialization, plus a bilingual MBA degree option, to allow students to enhance their current job knowledge and expand future career opportunities.
- MBA - General Degree
- MBA - Finance and Accounting
- MBA - Health Industry Leadership
- MBA - Health Systems Management
- MBA - Management
- MBA - Marketing
- MBA - Operations Management
- MBA - Strategic Management
- Global MBA in Emerging Markets (ITESO)
It is possible to complete a Master of Business Administration with a dual specialization. It is important to note that each specialization requires nine (9) hours of elective courses in addition to the Core and Specialization coursework. The electives taken to satisfy the requirements for one specialization cannot be used to satisfy the requirements for the other specialization.
Coursework That Fits Your Lifestyle and Your Goals
- The Regis University CPS on-campus and online MBA degree program offers flexibility and convenience to the busy professional. You may wish to work in only one course delivery format or combine them to meet your personal needs and learning style. By choosing the learning format that works for you, you can achieve your educational goals as you balance your professional and personal responsibilities.
- Instruction is provided by professors who are experts in their fields and will blend theory and experience into a real-world education. The classroom becomes a professional forum - a place where ideas are explored and information is shared.
- Academic advisors are available to assist you throughout your entire MBA program. Contact your advisor with questions about a course selection or assignment by phone, chat, and email. All of Regis is committed to your success. In addition to your faculty advisor, there is technical assistance and research assistance available to students through the University's student services.
MBA vs. MSOL – which one is right for you?
The approach of the MBA degree is more process-driven and quantitative in nature compared to another popular Regis degree option, the M.S. in Organization Leadership, which takes a more holistic and qualitative approach toward building business value. Compare the MBA and the M.S. in Organization Leadership.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Starts | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | January 9 | March 4 | January 4 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | March 5 | April 29 | February 29 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | May 7 | July 1 | May 2 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | July 2 | August 26 | June 27 |
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of a graduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions. Contact your Enrollment Counselor for more information.
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams State College | MBA | 36 | $395 | $3,668 | $17,888 |
| Argosy University | MBA | 36 | $600 | $694 | $22,294 |
| Colorado Christian University | MBA | 39 | $646 | $1,125 | $26,319 |
| Colorado Heights University | MBA | 39 | $535 | $945 | $21,810 |
| Colorado State University | MBA (Professional MBA) | 36 | $444 | $9,600 | $27,360 |
| Columbia College Aurora | MBA | 36 | $315 | $175 | $11,515 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | MBA | 48 | $752 | $50 | $36,146 |
| National American University* | MBA | 36 | Not Available | $1,235 | Not Available |
| Regis University** | MBA | 36 | $770 | $75 | $27,795 |
| University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | MBA | 36-48 | $585 | $60 | $21,120 - $28,140 |
| University of Colorado at Denver | MBA | 36 - 48 | $355 | $2,332 - $2,668 | $15,112 - $19,708 |
| University of Denver, Daniels College of Business* | MBA (Professional MBA) | 47 | $1,280 | $340 | $60,516 |
| University of Phoenix | MBA | 36 - 54 | $595 | $1,425 - $2,115 | $22,845 - $34,245 |
| Webster University | MBA | 36-48 | $500 | $100 | $18,100 - $24,100 |
| William Howard Taft University | MBA | 36 | $225 | $695 | $8,795 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
**Tuition comparisons are based on Colorado and National Online tuition rates only, excluding Nevada tuition rates.
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams State College | MBA | 36 | $395 | $404 | $14,624 |
| American InterContinental University* | MBA | 32 | $869 | $50 | $27,847 |
| Argosy University | MBA | 36 | $655 | $310 | $23,890 |
| Arizona State University | MBA | 48 | $445 | $149 | $21,509 |
| Capella University* | MBA | 32 | $678 | $4,000 | $25,696 |
| Colorado Chrisitian University | MBA | 39 | $646 | $1,125 | $26,319 |
| Colorado State University | MBA (Distance MBA) | 40 | $795 | $130 | $31,930 |
| Colorado Technical University* | MBA | 29 | $948 | $50 | $27,535 |
| Columbia College Aurora | MBA | 36 | $335 | $175 | $12,235 |
| Drexel University* | MBA (MBA Anywhere) | 34 | $1,731 | All inclusive | $58,866 |
| Florida Institute of Technology | MBA | 36 | $870 | $135 | $31,455 |
| Jones International University | MBA | 36 | $805 | $100 | $29,080 |
| Kaplan University* | MBA | 40 - 51 | $658 | $900 - $1,100 | $27,228 - $34,668 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | MBA | 48 | $752 | $50 | $36,146 |
| Nova Southeastern University | MBA | 36 - 43 | $740 | $50 | $26,690 - $31,870 |
| Regis University** | MBA | 36 | $810 | $75 | $29,235 |
| St. Leo University | MBA | 36 | $609 | $75 | $21,999 |
| Touro University Worldwide | MBA | 39 | $500 | $0 | $19,500 |
| University of Colorado at Denver | MBA (Professional MBA) | 48 | $650 | $2,332 | $33,532 |
| University of Maryland/University College | MBA | 42 | $694 | $646 | $29,794 |
| University of Phoenix | MBA | 36-54 | $715 | $1,425 - $2,115 | $27,165 - $40,725 |
| Walden University | MBA | 36 | $805 | $430 | $29,410 |
| Webster University | MBA | 36 - 48 | $675 | $100 | $24,400 - $32,500 |
| Western Governors University | MBA | 32 | $406 | $245 | $13,245 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
**Tuition comparisons are based on Colorado and National Online tuition rates only, excluding Nevada tuition rates.
Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines
- Two years of full-time significant business related work experience
- Official GMAT score which must include the Analytical Writing section with minimum score of 3.5 OR 2 Admission Essays
- Completed Online Application Form
- $75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
- Degree-bearing Transcript from a U.S. regionally accredited institution and sent directly to Regis University, CPS Graduate Admissions Office. Also include any transcripts that contain information regarding Undergraduate courses that would meet the prerequisite requirements. Official degree bearing transcript MUST have a print date of within one year of your application date and sent within 30 days from the date of application. Unofficial transcripts may be sent to complete the file for the faculty interview. They must contain: a. student name b. degree awarded and date conferred (if applicable) c. institution name.
- The coursework of returning students (whose degree plans have expired) and/or transfer students must have been completed less than 10 years prior to the current admission into the degree program in order to be applied toward degree requirements.
- Faculty Interview
- Current Résumé
- Two Online Recommendations from colleagues or supervisors who know your work in a professional setting and are able to give specific information about your abilities and potential. The application system will automatically send an email with a link and instructions on how to submit recommendations directly to Regis.
- Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
- Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed
- Completion of MBA foundation courses *
*Required for full admission only. Students may still be admitted on a provisional basis, where full admission will only be granted upon successful completion of foundation courses.
| Starts | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | December 27, 2011 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | February 20, 2012 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | April 23, 2012 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | June 18, 2012 |
* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.
Lisa Herman
Co-owner, Happy Cakes Bakeshop
Master of Business Administration, Graduate
Entrepreneurial and Influential.
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