Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Temple University’s Fox School of Business is designed for students looking to drive change—in their careers, their companies and their areas of expertise. 

The MBA program focuses on key management principles that are relevant across industries and positions. These principles include communication, leadership, resource management, strategic planning, finance management and business ethics. Depending on work experience, professional interest and schedule, you can choose from four flexible Business Administration MBA options—all of which provide the credentials necessary to launch or advance your career in business.

What sets the Fox MBA apart?

The Fox School of Business knows that no two students—or professional trajectories—are alike. With a newly integrated curriculum designed for full-time students and busy working professionals, Fox provides

  • real-world learning opportunities;
  • personalized service and mentorship; and
  • translatable value.

Whether online or at one of Temple’s regional campuses, Fox MBA students are immersed in a collaborative learning and professional environment. Small class sizes offer the opportunity to work closely with fellow students and experienced, internationally recognized faculty. Unique programming also allows interaction with industry experts.

The MBA programs allow students to build directly translatable skills and develop valuable networks they can take with them into their professional lives. The programs offer schedule-friendly class times and online components. Students also enjoy the convenience that comes with attending an urban university, with ample public transportation and proximity to industry-leading corporations based or with offices in Philadelphia.

Following graduation, students have access to an extensive and connected alumni network of more than 320,000, located in Philadelphia, across the country and around the world.

Program Formats

There are four options available for the Business Administration MBA, so you can select the program that best suits your professional and personal needs. You can choose the Full-time MBA, Part-time MBA, Online MBA or the Executive MBA.

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Concentrations

You can focus on Business Administration or you can take one of the following concentrations.

  • Health Sector Management

    Take your career in the healthcare industry to the next level by further developing your knowledge of the industry and its trends and challenges, and fine-tuning critical leadership skills including management, financial decision making, business reasoning and more. Courses to complete this concentration are available on campus only. 

     

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  • Human Resource Management

    Gain the skills and experience necessary to become a successful Human Resources professional, capable of recruiting, maintaining and training talent for businesses across different industries, and enhancing companies’ reputation, productivity and profits. Courses to complete this concentration are available on campus and online. 

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  • Marketing Management

    Become an expert in marketing research, strategy and management, through holistic academic programming that covers everything from brand development and budgeting to market analysis and strategic communications. Courses to complete this concentration are available on campus and online. 

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  • Sport Business

    Analyze the history, current trends, problems and policies of the sports business, and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to build toward a successful career in an exciting, ever-evolving industry. Courses to complete this concentration are available online only. 

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  • Strategic Management

    With interdisciplinary coursework combining principles of entrepreneurship, innovation, international business and consulting, students learn to think critically and creatively, and to develop effective business strategies. Courses to complete this concentration are available on campus and online. 

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Classes & Curriculum

In addition to core and elective courses, students may be required to complete a capstone course or project. The requirements will vary depending on which of the four MBA options is chosen, but listed below are a selection of courses available to students.

  • Business Strategy in a Global Environment
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking and Innovation
  • Financial Analysis and Strategy
  • Globalization
  • Leadership in Organizations
  • Managing Risk
  • Socioeconomic Context of Business

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Business Administration offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2023–2024 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,250.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,250.00 per credit

You can view the full Cost of Attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

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