Graduate Academic Programs
Graduate Academic Programs
What Does the Graduate Experience Look Like at GW Business?
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs
At GW Business, we recognize the importance and impact of learning analytical and logical thinking with a global, ethical perspective. Our MBA programs enhance your business potential, fit your pace and reveal crucial insights into the business world.
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- Accelerated MBA*
Full-Time | 46.5 Credits
Gain the same expert knowledge but in an accelerated timeframe by taking cohort courses that are offered as a full-time credit load to complete more credits in the first year.
- Flex MBA
Part- or Full-Time | 46.5 Credits
Access the same world-class faculty and global network but on your own time, gaining expertise in growing business perspectives while managing a busy life.
- Global MBA*
Full-Time | 53 Credits
Develop a global perspective on business and make a positive impact by learning to navigate business dilemmas through the Consulting Abroad Program (CAP).
- Online MBA
Part- or Full-Time | 46.5 Credits
Learn virtually from world-class faculty and gather expertise on leadership through live discussions, real-world case studies and multimedia learning.
- Online Healthcare MBA
Part-Time | 46.5 Credits
Become an expert in health services management and administration through healthcare- and business-focused electives.
Joint and dual degree MBA programs, along with MBA degrees combined with graduate certificates, are also available.
Specialized Master’s Programs
The GW School of Business offers 14 graduate programs designed to prepare students to excel in a fast-paced, competitive global marketplace—right here in Washington, D.C.
- Accountancy
Prepare for a CPA certification through hands-on learning experiences with real businesses and informative classwork that provides insights into global accountancy.
- Accounting Analytics
Be a leader in the intersection between data and accounting with faculty from leading accounting firms, government agencies and nonprofits.
- Applied Finance
Learn econometrics through applied research and modeling, using computer software packages to explore dimensions of finance, financial engineering and portfolio management.
- Business Analytics
Become equipped with technical, quantitative and qualitative skills to implement advanced data analysis in complex challenges or environments.
- Finance
Dive into applied research and modeling in international and regulatory dimensions of all areas of finance in the prime location of Washington, D.C.
- Human Resources Management
Apply best practices in HR based on research in topics including inclusion, leadership, performance management and HR analytics.
- Information Systems Technology
Manage and implement complex information systems to design technical frameworks in the areas of cybersecurity, cloud applications and big data analytics.
- Interdisciplinary Business Studies
Delve deep into a wide variety of subject areas and electives from accounting to entrepreneurship that coincide with interests and desired skills.
- International Business
Gain hands-on experience with required international experience and projects to solve problems with a global mindset in all areas of business.
- Management
Equip and tailor essential management skills to specific business interests and learn a solid foundation of core business skills and how to apply them effectively.
- Marketing
Apply skills through collaborative experiential learning and build expertise in marketing technology, relationship building and brand management.
- Project Management
Develop project management skills through real-world applications and make complex decisions when managing risk or leading project teams.
- Sport Management
Prepare for executive careers in the events and facility management, sports marketing, athlete representation, sports analytics, sports media and sporting goods industries.
- Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management
Turn passion into application in the growing topics of tourism, hospitality and event management industries through experiential learning and real-world application.
Graduate and Professional Certificates
Expand your expertise through more than 15 for-credit graduate certificate programs or seven professional development certificates offered by GW Business research centers and institutes. Many programs are available online for added flexibility.