Earn a Flexible and Affordable MBA on Your Schedule
Master the skills of business administration, gain career-relevant expertise through industry-aligned concentrations, participate in a capstone experience where you engage in a consultative project to address real-world challenges and complete your degree part time in 20–24 months.
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Tuition Under $20K
Earn your degree and unlock new career opportunities at an affordable tuition. Corporate partner discounts are also available.
Made for Working Professionals
Complete your degree part time by taking one course at a time in 20–24 months or accelerate your pace with full-time options. Live classes meet once a week in the evenings.
Tailored to Your Industry
Focus your studies through concentrations developed in collaboration with industry leaders that correspond with workforce demands and professional certifications — and are taught by expert faculty working in the field.
Accelerate Your Career With Optional Career Packages
Take advantage of participating in networking events, executive coaching or job preparation seminars, and be matched with an alumni or student mentor, attend industry-specific recruitment events and more. Also benefit from optional professional packages to fast-track job placement and career growth.
Stack Your Degrees
Earn your Merrimack MBA and another of our business master’s degrees in accounting, business analytics, finance, leadership or management at the same time for under $30K.
Overview
Merrimack’s 40-credit MBA offers a practical curriculum designed to help you build the technical and non-technical skills, such as communication, leadership, problem-solving, critical thinking, adaptability, time management and more, needed to excel in today’s job market. Our curriculum was developed in consultation with industry leaders and corresponds with workforce demands and professional certifications. Additional credits may be necessary if you are planning to align your studies with professional licenses.
You also are prepared for higher leadership roles through a capstone experience where you engage in a consultative project addressing a real-world challenge. With dedicated support resources, we’ll prepare you to become a confident, effective and impactful leader.
Concentrations include:
- Accounting
- Applied Data Science and AI
- Business Analytics
- Database Management and Analytics (Data Science)
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Product Management
Choose Your Concentration and Build Industry Expertise
Accounting
Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial accounting, auditing and taxation principles to make informed decisions and maintain ethical fiscal practices.
Coursework:
- Financial Reporting & Analysis I
- Financial Reporting & Analysis II
- Foundations of Accounting
- Introduction to Federal Income Taxation
Applied Data Science and AI
Explore cutting-edge data science techniques and artificial intelligence applications, and learn to analyze complex data and drive innovation across industries.
Coursework:
- Introduction to Data Science and Statistics
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Predictive Modeling
- R and Python Programming
Business Analytics
Master advanced analytics tools and techniques to interpret data trends, optimize business strategies and support data-driven decision-making.
Coursework:
- Data Governance, Compliance & Ethics
- Data Visualization & Storytelling
- Leveraging Competitive Advantage With Business Intelligence
- Strategic Decision-Making Using Business Analytics
Database Management and Analytics (Data Science)
Develop a thorough understanding of database architecture and management to efficiently store, retrieve and interpret data, supporting organizational goals.
Coursework:
- Big Data: Hadoop and Spark
- Big Data: SQL and NoSQL
- Introduction to Data Science and Statistics
- R and Python Programming
Finance
Study financial management, investment strategies and market analysis to develop financial acumen and guide businesses toward growth and profitability.
Coursework:
- Corporate Finance & Valuation
- Financial Statement Analysis & Interpretation
- Investments & Portfolio Strategies
- Quantitative Methods & Financial Modeling
Human Resource Management
Learn effective human resource strategies, including talent acquisition, employee development and performance management, to foster a productive workplace.
Coursework:
- Employment Law
- People Analytics
- Strategic Leadership & Human Capital Management
- Talent Acquisition & Performance Management
Leadership
Cultivate leadership skills essential for motivating teams, driving organizational change and implementing effective strategies to achieve long-term success.
Coursework:
- Driving High-Performing Organizations
- Exploring Leadership Frameworks & Communication Strategies
- Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
- People Analytics
Marketing
Examine modern marketing strategies, consumer behavior and brand management, to prepare you to design impactful campaigns and drive engagement.
Coursework:
- Driving Business Success With Marketing Analytics
- Marketing Management & Strategy
- Open marketing electives
Product Management
Discover techniques for overseeing product development, lifecycle management and market positioning to deliver successful products that meet customer needs.
Coursework:
- Agile Project and Innovation Models
- Design Thinking
- Innovation in Life Sciences
- Innovation Models for Technological Products
- New Product Development
- Principles of Product Realization
Accounting
Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial accounting, auditing and taxation principles to make informed decisions and maintain ethical fiscal practices.
Coursework:
- Financial Reporting & Analysis I
- Financial Reporting & Analysis II
- Foundations of Accounting
- Introduction to Federal Income Taxation
Applied Data Science and AI
Explore cutting-edge data science techniques and artificial intelligence applications, and learn to analyze complex data and drive innovation across industries.
Coursework:
- Introduction to Data Science and Statistics
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Predictive Modeling
- R and Python Programming
Business Analytics
Master advanced analytics tools and techniques to interpret data trends, optimize business strategies and support data-driven decision-making.
Coursework:
- Data Governance, Compliance & Ethics
- Data Visualization & Storytelling
- Leveraging Competitive Advantage With Business Intelligence
- Strategic Decision-Making Using Business Analytics
Database Management and Analytics (Data Science)
Develop a thorough understanding of database architecture and management to efficiently store, retrieve and interpret data, supporting organizational goals.
Coursework:
- Big Data: Hadoop and Spark
- Big Data: SQL and NoSQL
- Introduction to Data Science and Statistics
- R and Python Programming
Finance
Study financial management, investment strategies and market analysis to develop financial acumen and guide businesses toward growth and profitability.
Coursework:
- Corporate Finance & Valuation
- Financial Statement Analysis & Interpretation
- Investments & Portfolio Strategies
- Quantitative Methods & Financial Modeling
Human Resource Management
Learn effective human resource strategies, including talent acquisition, employee development and performance management, to foster a productive workplace.
Coursework:
- Employment Law
- People Analytics
- Strategic Leadership & Human Capital Management
- Talent Acquisition & Performance Management
Leadership
Cultivate leadership skills essential for motivating teams, driving organizational change and implementing effective strategies to achieve long-term success.
Coursework:
- Driving High-Performing Organizations
- Exploring Leadership Frameworks & Communication Strategies
- Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
- People Analytics
Marketing
Examine modern marketing strategies, consumer behavior and brand management, to prepare you to design impactful campaigns and drive engagement.
Coursework:
- Driving Business Success With Marketing Analytics
- Marketing Management & Strategy
- Open marketing electives
Product Management
Discover techniques for overseeing product development, lifecycle management and market positioning to deliver successful products that meet customer needs.
Coursework:
- Agile Project and Innovation Models
- Design Thinking
- Innovation in Life Sciences
- Innovation Models for Technological Products
- New Product Development
- Principles of Product Realization
Career Outlook for Merrimack MBA Graduates
The statistics below reflect the many professional opportunities across industries in the Northeast region that may be available to you with an MBA from Merrimack.
8.1 percent
increase in relevant jobs in the Northeast region, 2024–2034
$106K
median salary for aligned roles in the Northeast region in 2024 (compared to $94K national median salary)
215,161
unique job postings for relevant roles in the Northeast region, January 2024–January 2025
Source: Lightcast utilizing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics QCEW data, 2025
Optional Professional Packages for Career Acceleration
Merrimack offers optional Professional Packages to fast-track job placement and career growth. They provide additional personalized career support, networking opportunities with potential employers and executive coaching.
| Professional Catalyst Package Cost: $750 | Executive Coaching Add-on Package Cost: $1,250 | Career Acceleration Package Cost: $2,500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Development Retreat | (X) | (X) | |
| Job search, networking and interview preparation seminars | (X) | (X) | |
| Professional review and optimization of LinkedIn profile | (X) | (X) | |
| Access to the Homecoming tailgate social | (X) | (X) | |
| Two executive coaching sessions focused on professional profile enhancements | (X) | (X) | |
| Alumni mentorship for career guidance | (X) | ||
| Employer exposure with a minimum of one comprehensive interview preparation session | (X) |
- Professional Development Retreat
- Job search, networking and interview preparation seminars
- Professional review and optimization of LinkedIn profile
- Access to the Homecoming tailgate social
- Two executive coaching sessions focused on professional profile enhancements
- Professional Development Retreat
- Job search, networking and interview preparation seminars
- Professional review and optimization of LinkedIn profile
- Access to the Homecoming tailgate social
- Two executive coaching sessions focused on professional profile enhancements
- Alumni mentorship for career guidance
- Employer exposure with a minimum of one comprehensive interview preparation session
Stack Your Learning
Earn a Merrimack MBA and Another of Our Business Master’s Degrees for Under $30K
The World Economic Forum predicts that half the global workforce may require reskilling by 2025.1 Help future-proof your career by stacking your degrees. Expand your skills to become an adaptable, versatile and resilient leader — one who possesses deep knowledge and expertise in a specific field and the ability to collaborate with experts across disciplines and apply that knowledge effectively — by concurrently earning a Merrimack MBA and one of our business master’s in accounting, business analytics, finance, leadership or management for under $30K.
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Most Innovative Schools
Merrimack College was named No. 5 in Most Innovative Schools in the North by U.S. News & World Report (2025).
No. 39
Regional Universities North
Merrimack College was named No. 39 in Best Regional Universities North by U.S. News & World Report (2025).
NECHE-Accredited
Merrimack College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Why Merrimack College Girard School of Business
Merrimack College’s Girard School of Business can help you build the future you envision. With the support of highly experienced faculty, you’ll learn to think critically, communicate effectively and excel in your chosen field. Dedicated to “doing business right,” our school employs the highest standards of teaching and research, offering a unique approach to business education that integrates Augustinian values.
Gain the Skills To Advance Your Career
Whether you’re a professional seeking new expertise, a career-changer or trying to advance in your current role, Merrimack’s MBA can help you achieve your goals.
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