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Why Pursue an MBA?

Pursuing an MBA can significantly advance your career by providing specialized knowledge, enhancing your skills, and expanding your professional network, opening doors to leadership positions and higher earning potential. 

What Are the Benefits of an MBA Degree?

Unlock Career Advancements

If you're considering pursuing a graduate degree, earning an MBA offers you a multitude of advantages. Firstly, it equips you with a comprehensive understanding of business concepts and hones your leadership skills, qualities that are highly sought-after in the corporate realm. This advanced degree can significantly enhance your career prospects, leading to higher earning potential and increased opportunities to step into leadership roles.

Build a Powerful Professional Network

An MBA also helps you build a strong professional network, connecting you with like-minded peers, accomplished alumni, and influential industry professionals. This network can be a valuable resource throughout your career, providing support, guidance, and potential collaborations.

Foster an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Moreover, an MBA program encourages you to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, fostering innovation and critical problem-solving abilities. These skills are not only beneficial in traditional corporate settings but also for those aspiring to start their own businesses or lead entrepreneurial ventures.

Gain a Global Perspective 

Additionally, pursuing an MBA provides you with a global perspective, preparing you to excel in diverse international business environments. As businesses become increasingly interconnected on a global scale, this perspective becomes a valuable asset for navigating the complexities of the modern business world.

Seize Professional Opportunities for Success

For those of you who aspire to make a meaningful impact in your careers, pursuing an MBA opens doors to a world of professional opportunities, personal growth, and the potential to leave a lasting mark in the business world.

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Elevate Your Career with Widener University's MBA Program

Widener University's MBA program empowers your career with distinguished faculty and rigorous academics, fostering experiential learning. Our flexible options, personalized career support, and global perspective prepare you to excel in the competitive business landscape. With Widener, you have the stepping stone to make a significant impact in the business world. 

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Why Earn Your MBA at Widener University?

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Receive a Top-Notch Education 

At the heart of Widener University's MBA program lies a team of accomplished faculty members with extensive experience in various business domains. These experienced professors bring real-world insights into the classroom, enriching the learning experience and equipping students with practical knowledge that goes beyond theoretical concepts. The program's curriculum is carefully crafted to cover a wide array of business disciplines, empowering students with a comprehensive skillset to tackle complex business challenges.  

Widener University's School of Business Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a prestigious recognition earned by only a small fraction of business schools worldwide. AACSB accreditation ensures that the program adheres to the highest academic standards, guaranteeing students receive a top-notch education that is recognized and respected by employers across the globe. 

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Fast-Track Your Career with a One-Year MBA

Obtaining a one-year MBA from Widener is a time-efficient and cost-effective choice, allowing you to tailor your program to your pace and needs. With flexible formats, including full-time, part-time, online, and on-campus options, working professionals can pursue their degrees without career interruptions, all while building valuable connections for your career.

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Enroll in a Dual Degree MBA Program

At Widener you don't have to choose only one master's degree to pursue. You can earn two distinct degrees in different fields of study simultaneously and save time and resources instead of pursuing each degree separately. Explore our dual degree options: 

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Jumpstart Your Career 

MBA students at Widener also have a head start when it comes to job search and career refinement. Our Career Design and Development team provides personalized career support, helping students identify their career goals, refine their job search strategies, and connect with potential employers. The strong industry connections of the faculty and university alumni network further enhance job placement opportunities for MBA students even after they graduate.  

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Build Your Professional Network

Beyond the classroom, Widener University offers a vibrant student life with numerous clubs, organizations, and networking events. Engaging in extracurricular activities not only fosters personal growth but also provides ample networking opportunities to connect with like-minded peers, alumni, and industry professionals. 

Student Perspectives

I was recently named Director of the Year for excellence in marketing. Widener's pillar of leadership emboldens me. There’s a home for me at Widener and having a seat and getting involved teaches networking and time management.
Ryan Raiker
Class of 2016 and Class of 2017
Graduate | Bachelor's in Business Analytics; Master's in Business Administration
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Student Perspectives

I know this was the right program for me. If someone was wondering if Widener was the right place for their MBA, I would just say go for it.
Karina Brasil
Class of 2022
Graduate | MBA
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Student Perspectives

Widener gave me the opportunity to not only start my career as an undergraduate but advance it a few years later when I went back for my masters.
Aly Horton
Class of 2017, 2020 & 2021
Graduate | Bachelor's in Business Marketing; MBA with Data Analytics Concentration; Master of Science in Business Process Innovation
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