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Texas State McCoy College of Business Future Students Graduate Programs Degree Programs Master of Business Administration

Master of Business Administration

Meet the challenges of today’s complex business world and develop your skills, mindset and expertise with a master of business administration (MBA) from the McCoy College of Business. Texas State’s MBA degree offers flexibility for working professionals, including full-time cohorts and a flex option with classes offered at both our San Marcos and Round Rock campuses. 

Our MBA program is highly customizable, is AACSB accredited, and provides students the opportunity to participate in both internships and international trips for course credit.

Become a better leader, forge a new path in your career, and transform business with a master of business administration from Texas State University. 

Start Semester Program Deadline
Fall Flex MBA + Full-Time Cohort MBA January 15 (Priority)
Fall Flex MBA + Full-Time Cohort MBA June 1 (Regular)
Spring Flex MBA only October 1
Summer I/II No Summer Admission (either program) N/A

Application Deadline
This program has a firm deadline.

Funding Information
Applications must be complete by the priority deadline to be considered for certain types of funding.

Decision Timeline
This program reviews applications on a rolling basis.

 

Cohort Program

The full-time cohort MBA degree is a 36-hour program that spans just 16 months. This program is offered exclusively at the San Marcos campus with afternoon and evening classes.

Flex Program

Designed for the working professional with a busy schedule, the flex MBA degree is a 36-hour program offering concentrations and evening courses.

Program Comparison

Program Characteristics Full-Time Cohort Flex MBA
Time to Completion 16 months Flexible (28 months avg.)
Afternoon Classes 1st semester only No
Evening Classes Yes (after 1st sem.) Yes (all)
Cohort-based Yes No
Flexible Schedule/Format No Yes
Work Experience Requirement No No
Non-business undergraduates accepted Yes Yes
GMAT or GRE Required Yes Yes
International Trip Yes (required) Optional
Internship Yes (required) Optional
Available at the Round Rock Campus No Yes
Credit Hours 36 36 or 39
Optional Areas of Concentration No Yes
Online Program No No
Open to International Students Yes Yes
Approximate program cost (Texas resident) $22,500 $23,100

Program Overview:

Texas State’s MBA program provides you with a broad range of knowledge and skills that will prepare you for leadership in any industry or job function. Key elements of the program include a high degree of curriculum integration and a strong focus on professional development, critical thinking, networking, management, the use of technology, and experiential learning, among other skills. The master of business administration program offers concentrations in the following areas:

  • Computer Information Systems

  • Engineering Technology

  • Health Administration

  • Human Resource Management

  • International Business

  • Supply Chain Management

Career Perspectives

Prospective MBA students should be optimistic about their career opportunities. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the median inflation-adjusted base salary among 2019 MBA program graduates was $115,000. Developing your hard and soft skills with an MBA can enhance your employability in any industry including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, consumer products and nonprofits.

MBA Class Profile

Texas State welcomes students from all academic and professional backgrounds. Learn more about our diverse group of McCoy graduate students and the admissions averages that got them into this competitive program. 

Helpful Links

We know you have hopes and goals, so we want to make applying and paying for graduate school is as easy as possible for you. Below are a few helpful links that will get you started on the path to success.