The Online MBA for a Changing World
The Online MBA for a Changing World

Soar with Seattle University’s No-GMAT Online MBA

Master high-demand soft skills and cross-functional business knowledge for fast-tracked career growth with the tech-connected, no-GMAT Online MBA from Seattle University’s Albers School of Business and Economics.

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  • The Online MBA program
  • Career opportunities
  • The online student experience
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  • Admission requirements
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Be a better leader with the values-centered Online MBA

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Across industries, top-performing organizations seek out leaders who can connect profits to purpose, inspire teams, and foster strong relationships with customers, investors, and communities. To be that leader, you need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills that can adapt to the ever-evolving business landscape.

That's where some MBA programs fall short. They don't prepare you to meet change with resilience. And that’s where the values-centered Albers School of Business and Economics Online MBA from Seattle University shines. In addition to learning technical business skills, you’ll develop the soft skills and ethical framework to navigate and lead in these dynamic times.

Gain the industry-spanning skills to thrive amid the ambiguity and complexity that define modern business in Seattle University's Online MBA program. The coursework builds your ability to:

  • Understand, integrate, and apply substantive business knowledge in a global context
  • Identify opportunities and problems, generate alternatives, and justify recommendations
  • Recognize and address moral and ethical challenges and defend a course of action
  • Communicate effectively across audiences and modes
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
  • Access new levels of self-awareness and identify your vocational purpose

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A flexible part-time MBA designed for aspiring senior leaders

Seattle University's MBA program is designed to equip you with cross-functional skills and knowledge essential for leadership roles. The Online MBA program at Albers enables professionals to develop comprehensive expertise in HR, marketing, finance, project management, team leadership, and global business strategy while maintaining their current professional commitments. These versatile competencies can be applied to any industry or organization worldwide, allowing you to take your leadership skills across the nation, across the world, or to your hometown to make a meaningful impact and difference.

Fast-track your leadership with a professional online MBA in a convenient format

Stand out among leadership candidates with the cross-functional skill set you gain in the no-GMAT Online MBA from Albers School of Business and Economics, including Leadership Challenges woven throughout the curriculum. The challenges let you apply your new skills in realistic scenarios and grow your professional network by connecting with your classmates, all while building these in-demand soft skills:

  • Strategic thinking
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Collaboration

Program Snapshot

  • Complete in as few as 2.5 years
  • 19 courses, 54 credit hours
  • Capstone course
  • 10-weeks per course
  • AACSB accredited
  • 3 annual starts (fall, winter, and spring)

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Career Opportunities

Albers graduates have found career success at powerful companies across a wide range of sectors, from technology and aerospace to healthcare and civic government.

Six-figure starting salaries. Millions over your career.

Across sectors, the typical annual starting salary for an MBA graduate is about $125,000, with lifetime earnings potential of $4.1 million.1, 2

Upgrade your career with Seattle University’s Online MBA. No GRE or GMAT required.

Applying for the Albers Online MBA has never been easier. Seattle University has waived requirements for application fees and official transcripts. Neither GRE or GMAT scores are required.

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Why get an MBA online at Seattle University?

You need well-rounded, deep leadership skills to grow, pivot, and excel in today’s dynamic job market. As an Albers MBA student, you learn through practice with over 17 Leadership Challenges that teach you how to drive greater impact, thrive in complex environments, and speak the language of leadership.

Our rigorous curriculum and the immediate application of your skills create the Albers Online MBA difference that sets you apart and supports fast-tracked professional growth.

Your agility, decision-making, and leadership skills honed through the Leadership Challenges make you a top prospect for organizations across the business spectrum, from startups to Fortune 100 companies and global non-profits.

When considering online MBA programs in Washington State, the high-quality program and affordable Seattle University tuition make Albers an outstanding option. The comprehensive Online MBA equips you with essential business acumen and dynamic leadership skills, setting the stage for your future success.

The Seattle University MBA cost provides exceptional value for the program's quality and depth, helping you achieve significant career growth and take on new challenges with confidence. Transform your skill set and advance your career with Seattle University's expertly designed online MBA.

Why get an MBA online at Seattle University?

You need well-rounded, deep leadership skills to grow, pivot, and excel in today’s dynamic job market. As an Albers MBA student, you learn through practice with over 17 Leadership Challenges that teach you how to drive greater impact, thrive in complex environments, and speak the language of leadership.

Our rigorous curriculum and the immediate application of your skills create the Albers Online MBA difference that sets you apart and supports fast-tracked professional growth.

Your agility, decision-making, and leadership skills honed through the Leadership Challenges make you a top prospect for organizations across the business spectrum, from startups to Fortune 100 companies and global non-profits.

When considering online MBA programs in Washington State, the high-quality program and affordable Seattle University tuition make Albers an outstanding option. The comprehensive Online MBA equips you with essential business acumen and dynamic leadership skills, setting the stage for your future success.

The Seattle University MBA cost provides exceptional value for the program's quality and depth, helping you achieve significant career growth and take on new challenges with confidence. Transform your skill set and advance your career with Seattle University's expertly designed online MBA.
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Tap into our tech-forward alumni network for career connections

As a student at the Albers School of Business and Economics, you have a gateway to the Pacific Northwest tech community through the Albers Mentor program, New Tech Northwest, and partnerships with the Puget Sound region’s top business professionals.

Additionally, Albers is connected to over 81,000 alumni in 42 states and 88 nations. Our connections open pathways that help you take the fast track to leadership in your chosen field.

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Advance your career with an AACSB-accredited Online MBA program

Seattle Albers is proud to have earned the prestigious AACSB accreditation, based on peer review of several criteria, including curriculum, faculty qualifications, and program mission.

Learn from tenured, innovative, and connected faculty

Advance your cross-functional business knowledge, build key relationships with colleagues, and cultivate your ethical framework for a well-rounded approach to business leadership with help from our faculty.

Faculty of the Albers Online MBA program have top-level experience in industries ranging from finance to information technology, manufacturing to transportation, and more. Our tenured professors have published research and commentary in numerous top-tier journals, reflecting the diversity of their expertise. They are innovative, connected, and committed to your success.

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Ajay Abraham, PhD

Ajay Abraham, PhD

Research Focus: Pricing in the context of surcharges using experiments, meta-analysis, and eye tracking. Prior experience at Microsoft and Wipro.

Ben Kim, PhD

Ben Kim, PhD

Research Focus: Corporate data management, data mining, e-business, and global business management. Fellow of the Japan Society of Information and Management.

Geneva Sedgwick, JD, LLM

Geneva Sedgwick, JD, LLM

Research Focus: The intersection of human rights and innovative, entrepreneurial business, and education models. Published in journals including the American Business Law Journal.

Make meaningful connections with the Online MBA residency retreat

Begin career-long connections with your cohort and faculty during the intimate, in-person residency retreat held in the lushly forested lands outside Seattle that launches our Online MBA program. Experiential team-building activities jump-start personal connections that create richer in-class collaborations and friendships that strengthen you professionally and personally.

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Mariel D.
“The residency was amazing, and I think a key part of why I am enjoying the online program so much. It allowed us to come together as a group to have a shared experience and learn from each other. My cohort has really shown me different ways to approach projects and find solutions.”
Mariel D., MBA ‘21

MBA Admission Deadlines

Feb
22
Priority Application Deadline
February 9, 2026
Spring 2026 Term
Mar
13
Final Application Deadline
March 13, 2026
Spring 2026 Term
Mar
30
Start Date
March 30, 2026
Spring 2026 Term