edX Online

About the program

  • Future-focused curriculum:

    Study an interdisciplinary curriculum spanning traditional MBA competencies — including entrepreneurship, management, economics, marketing, finance — and emerging issues like AI, data analytics, and business law.  

  • Personalized support and career services:

    Get the guidance you need to meet your professional goals, from career counseling to résumé reviews to interview preparation.

  • Two immersion experiences:

    Build connections and enjoy the best of Miami during in-person immersion experiences on the University of Miami campus. Explore keynote speeches from industry insiders, group case studies, and a variety of networking opportunities.

Program tracks and curriculum

The Miami Herbert Business School’s online MBA program offers two academic tracks based on your prior academic experience. Both are led by expert faculty who will help you become a better negotiator, strategic thinker, and more effective team leader for a global business environment.

  • Traditional track:

    Learners with a bachelor’s in any field and a minimum of two years’ professional experience will complete 42 credits, including two immersions. The program takes 20 months on a full-time schedule, or 28 months part time.

  • Accelerated track:

    Learners with a bachelor's, master's, or equivalent degree in business (earned within the last seven years) and at least two years' professional experience will complete 35 credits, including one immersion. The program takes 16 months on a full-time schedule, or 24 months part time.

Ready to advance your career?

Admissions

Miami Herbert Business School has three start dates per year. GRE and GMAT scores are not required to apply; however, you may submit them if you feel they will strengthen your application. 

The following items are required for a complete application:

  • Résumé

  • Personal statement (500-750 words)

  • Two letters of recommendation from professional references

  • Official transcripts

  • Application fee

campus image

Immersions

The online MBA offers two on-campus immersions per year. These events allow students to tap into the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of Miami; build stronger networks with their peers; take full advantage of the on-campus facilities; and connect with program faculty.

Frequently asked questions

Is an online MBA worth it?

The value of an online MBA will often depend on a range of factors such as school and program ranking, faculty quality, and curriculum difficulty. Our students value the expertise of our faculty and the global alumni network that consists of professionals at organizations including Amazon, Capital One, Citi, IBM, and Visa.

Do employers care if you earn an online MBA?

Each organization is different, but many treat an MBA earned online the same as an MBA earned on campus — they are, after all, often the same degree. For example, our online MBA program courses are designed by the same acclaimed faculty who teach in the on-campus program.

How long does it take to earn an online MBA?

Typical MBA programs take two to three years to complete, based on whether they are full or part time. Our online MBA can be completed in as few as 20 months on a full-time schedule or 28 months on a part-time schedule. Also, our accelerated track can be completed in 16 months full time or 24 months part time.