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D'Amore-McKim School of Business

Business Administration (Part-Time MBA)

Master's

Advance your career without pressing pause. This flexible MBA, built for working professionals, allows you to sharpen your business skills, specialize in what matters most to you, and grow your Boston network.

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Program Format
On ground
Time Commitment
Part Time
Duration
2 - 7 Year(s)
Entry Term(s)
Fall, Spring
Meets F1 visa requirements
No

Program overview

An MBA program for the 21st century

As technology and data transform the business world, companies need resilient leaders with an innovative mindset and future-forward skills. In D’Amore-McKim’s Part-Time MBA program, you’ll gain the broad business knowledge that employers value, the critical problem-solving and communication skills necessary for leadership, and an entrepreneurial spirit that enables you to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Building on a foundation of cutting-edge core courses, this program is flexible and customizable—with all the benefits of face-to-face study, including personal connections with faculty who have extensive backgrounds as business leaders and innovators.

You can also amplify your learning by doing, whether through applied projects, unique experiential electives, or extracurricular activities such as the 360 Huntington Fund.

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International—the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

  • Build your agility, resilience, creativity, and communication skills with a tech-forward curriculum that prepares you for the future of business
  • Learn in person with other accomplished professionals from the Greater Boston area, building deep connections that can last a lifetime
  • Choose from 15 concentrations valued by employers
  • Create a new schedule each semester to accommodate your work and life responsibilities
  • Enhance your education with wide-ranging electives
  • Amplify your learning through experience—with applied projects and unique opportunities outside the classroom
  • Work one-on-one with a dedicated career advisor to leverage your degree for success

The Part-Time MBA program, designed for current professionals in diverse business areas, builds your knowledge of core business concepts and cultivates your agility, resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Employers especially value the signature D’Amore-McKim emphasis on the role of data and technology in transforming business. Depending on your experience and available opportunities, you may be able to leverage your degree for a more advanced role in your current industry or a new career in a different field.

Admissions

Apply to the program

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.


Spring Term (Classes begin in January)

Application Deadline:Decision Notification:
Oct. 1, 2025Rolling Basis
Dec. 1, 2025Rolling Basis

Fall Term (Classes begin in September)

Application Deadline:Decision Notification:
Nov. 1, 2025Rolling Basis
Jan. 1, 2026Rolling Basis
May 1, 2026Rolling Basis
Aug. 1, 2026Rolling Basis

To apply, log in—or create an account—on our application portal, choose your program, and answer a few questions. You’ll need to submit:

  • Application form

  • A personal statement (<=500 words)

  • Resumé

  • Two letters of recommendation

  • Academic transcript(s) from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended

  • Virtual interview (by invitation only)

  • Optional GMAT/GRE test scores

  • TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE Academic (if applicable)

  • Passport or permanent residency card (if applicable)

Program objectives

Prepare for success

Learn to lead with powerful skills and confidence, positioning yourself to make an immediate impact at work and fast-track your career growth.

Relevant study and practice

Students are prepared for the dynamic business world with a timely and innovative curriculum centered on transforming business with data and technology.

Build career networks

You’ll build a close, collaborative professional network by studying in person on our Boston campus.

Sustained career development and support

You’ll enjoy lifetime access to our Graduate Career Center’s support and its extensive network of hiring employers.

Flexibility to fit your goals

You can change your course schedule each semester to balance your studies, work, and life. You can start in September or January, and most Part-Time MBA students finish in three years.

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Cost of attendance

Tuition and financial aid

  • $113,040
    Tuition in USD

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.

There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.

Visit tuition & financial aid

Total Cost of Attendance: This figure reflects the cost-per-credit pricing for the current academic year. The total cost of attendance is dependent on the pace at which students complete the program. Please visit the Student Financial Services site for a more detailed breakdown of pricing per credit and other program fees.

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