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Built on Credibility, Access, and Momentum

Old Dominion University's MBA delivers the academic rigor and professional credibility today's leader's need, without putting opportunity out of reach. As an AACSB-accredited program, ODU meets the highest global standards for business education while remaining an affordable, high-value option for professionals ready to advance. 

Requirements

Applicants to the Master of Business Administration program should meet the minimum graduate admission requirements set by Old Dominion University. 

  • Grade point averages of completed and on-going undergraduate and graduate degrees
  • Reference letters from professors and supervisors​
  • Career statement outlining career goals​
  • Overview of prior work experience (if available)
  • Tests scores in GMAT or GRE test (if available)

Applied, hands-on learning

Students engage in real-world projects, collaborative coursework, and case-based learning that connects business theory to practical decision-making. 

Flexible formats for working professionals

Courses are offered in flexible formats designed to support career momentum while building advanced strategic and analytical skills. 

Faculty with regional expertise

Learn from faculty with deep industry experience and strong ties to Coastal Virginia's key sectors, connecting students to mentors, organizations, and opportunities across Hampton Roads. 

"The faculty and staff of the MBA program at ODU are exceptional. They promote a warm and encouraging -- yet challenging-- environment where I feel supported while juggling demands of school and work." 

-Rebecca A. Hinkle
Communications Director, American Red Cross Mid-Atlantic Blood Services Region

Leadership Potential With Room to Grow

The ODU MBA is designed for professionals ready to step into greater responsibility. Through strategic coursework and practical experience, students build the leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills employers seek across high-demand fields. 

Whether you're advancing within your organization or pivoting into a new role, the program positions you to compete for leadership opportunities that require both business acumen and real-world perspective. 

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Graduates of our MBA program have gone to careers in: 

  • Logistics Management
  • IT Management
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Banking & Finance
  • Human Resources Management
  • Port & Maritime Management
  • Non-profit Management
  • Contract Management

Support That Moves You Forward

Cross-industry career placement

Graduates pursue roles across technology, defense, logistics, healthcare, and state and federal agencies. 

Advising from start to finish

Students receive academic advising and program guidance from enrollment through graduation. 

Veteran & military support

Dedicated resources support active-duty service members, veterans, and military-connected students throughout the MBA experience. 

Career-focused support

Access to career resources designed to help students build skills, plan next steps, and position themselves for advancement. 

Your future is closer than you think