Online Programs
Online Programs
As a working professional, you’re expected to lead, deliver, and grow—often all at once. Putting your career on pause to pursue an advanced degree isn’t an option. That’s why the GW School of Business designs online master’s programs built to fit your life, not disrupt it.
GW Business’ online graduate programs bring the world-class #OneGW experience directly to you—wherever you are—without compromising academic rigor or opportunity. You’ll learn from expert faculty through the same AACSB-accredited curriculum as our on-campus programs, gaining a flexible, top-ranked education designed to support your success.
Master's Degrees
- Online MBA
Build advanced expertise in finance, marketing, operations, and strategy while developing the leadership skills needed to advance your career—preparing for roles in finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, and beyond.
- Online Healthcare MBA
Develop advanced business expertise for the healthcare industry through a unique partnership with the GW School of Medicine. Gain skills in management, marketing, accounting, and technology while specializing in health services management and administration.
- Human Resource Management
Develop strategic HR expertise through SHRM-aligned coursework—building skills in talent acquisition, performance management, and leadership development while applying research-driven best practices in inclusion, compliance, employee engagement and HR analytics.
- Information Systems Technology
*STEM-Designated
Integrate technical expertise with business strategy to manage complex information systems and drive digital transformation—leveraging skills in data analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity to support organizational goals.
- Management
Build a strong foundation in core business principles while developing the leadership and operational skills needed for global success—tailoring your management expertise to your professional interests and applying it effectively across industries.
- Project Management
Develop the tools, strategic mindset, and leadership skills to deliver data-driven, well-coordinated projects across industries—applying real-world insights to manage risk, lead teams, and make complex decisions with confidence.
Graduate Certificates
Total Credits: 12 | Commitment: Part-Time | Delivery: Online
- Financial Management
Provides background and training in three principal business functions: raising capital, allocating capital to assets and operations, and distributing profits back to shareholders. Students will develop the skills to evaluate financial performance, assess invested capital, and grow the business. Designed for professionals, including analysts, consultants, and managers who work with budgets, investments, or strategic planning.
- Human Capital
Learn key human resource and talent management abilities associated with psychology and career development, and how they effectively support an organization's core strategy. Suitable for HR generalists and managers to gain a greater understanding of the strategic function of human resources.
- Management Leadership
Discover leadership skills central to the progress and continued innovation of an organization, including self-awareness, self-monitoring, social awareness, and relationship building. Graduates learn an in-depth understanding of the principles of effective leadership. Suitable for project managers, entrepreneurs, executives, business owners, and aspiring managers.
- Project Management
Prepares students to develop proficiencies and skills for project management in every sector of the economy, including government, industry, and non-profit organizations. Through real-world case studies and frameworks, students learn how to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget. Ideal for professionals who aspire to be in roles such as project managers, operations managers, analysts, engineers, and team leads.
- Quantitative Business Foundations
Provides students with foundational knowledge in essential disciplines of business. Designed for students without a business background degree or formal business education, offers broad instruction in accounting, marketing, finance, organizational behavior, and human resource management. The certification will be particularly suitable for professionals who want to begin a career that requires a stronger foundation in data, statistics, and quantitative reasoning.
Learn More: Certificate in Quantitative Business Foundations
The #OneGW Online Experience
Proven Excellence in Online Learning
With more than a decade of experience, GW Business delivers innovative, high-quality digital education grounded in research, ethics, and impact.
Personalized Career Support
Receive tailored career coaching, leadership assessments, and access to a powerful alumni network through GW Business' Fowler Career Center.
Global Experiences, Real-World Impact
Enhance your degree with optional study abroad opportunities that expand your global perspective and hands-on business experience.
Learn From Experts at the Intersection of Business & Policy
Gain real-world insight from faculty who bring global perspective and industry experience into every course.
Our D.C. location puts students at the crossroads of business, policy and global commerce. The online classroom reflects this — you’ll learn alongside professionals from multinational corporations, government agencies and NGOs from around the world.
Mark Tonn
Associate Director for Recruitment and Admissions
GW's Smarter Approach to Online Learning
Take a closer look at our Graduate Online Programs through a behind-the-scenes video series designed to show you what makes the experience truly distinctive. From our innovative approach to course design to our commitment to delivering an engaging, high-quality learning environment, you’ll see how every detail is intentionally built to enhance your education.
One example? Our “no templates” instructional design philosophy: Each course is uniquely designed to align with the curriculum and maximize the impact of both teaching and learning.
And that intentional design extends beyond the classroom. As an online student at GW, you’re never learning in isolation. You’ll collaborate, solve complex problems, and develop leadership skills alongside a community of driven professionals, supported by our team every step of the way as you advance your career.
Explore the GW Business online experience through the perspectives of our faculty and students:
Behind the Scenes: Faculty & Student Interaction
See how meaningful connections happen in an online classroom.
Behind the Scenes: Financial Accounting in Action
Go inside a course to experience our teaching approach firsthand.
The GW Business Student Experience
Hear how GW Business supports students in achieving their goals.