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Our affordable MBA program opens the doors to better jobs, bigger paychecks, and new opportunities. 

100% Online Asynchronous AACSB Accredited

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$15,500*
Program Cost
12 Months
You Control the Pace
$96,600
Average Starting Salary

No MBA? No promotion. Let’s fix that.

Imagine being passed over for the raise and recognition you’ve worked years to earn. The reason? You didn’t have an MBA. Without it, you may find yourself: 

  • Watching colleagues move ahead while your career stalls. 
  • Lacking the skills to make better business decisions when it matters most. 
  • Missing the confidence to lead with authority in high-stakes moments. 

You want the skills and confidence to reach your career goals. Our low-cost MBA gives you the edge to make smart decisions, tackle big challenges, and stand out in your career. 

Our MBA can help you with this by offering exactly what you need out of a business graduate degree: 

  • Take courses 100% online 
  • Balance work, life, and school with flexible learning and clear deadlines 
  • Connect with professors who are invested in your success 
  • Choose a part-time or full-time path that fits your pace  

*This is the cost for in-state tutition/fees and does not include leveling courses (if required).

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The WTAMU MBA Program was a fantastic experience that pushed me to refine my leadership style, further expanded my professional network, and provided critical analysis in growing technologies within the SCM/Analytics fields. The tools that I learned through the program have already shaped how I work with my team and pushed me to continually look for proactive strategies in supply chain execution and risk management.

Ben Young

MBA in Procurement, 2024

WTAMU MBA Highlights

Expert Faculty, Not TAs

Our full-time, PhD-qualified faculty teach every class—never teaching assistants. Unlike programs with professors scattered across the country, our faculty are full-time and based on the Canyon, TX campus, where they’re ready to support you. 

Small Classes, More Support

With smaller class sizes, you’ll get more direct access to your professors and enjoy meaningful learning experiences with your classmates. If you need extra help, your professor is there for you. 

See the Plan Before You Apply

You will receive a no-cost Preadmission Degree Plan that clearly outlines your total program hours, clarifies any leveling requirements, and shows if you are a candidate that qualifies for our MBA with no GMAT. This way, you’ll have a complete picture of your program before you commit. 

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My time in the West Texas A&M MBA Program gave me a foundation that I use every day in my work.

Ben Schenkman

MBA in Computer Information Systems, 2019

Courses You'll Like

Seminar in Data Analytics

Turn data into decisions. This course equips you with hands-on experience using powerful business intelligence tools — including logistic and linear regression, hypothesis testing, machine learning, and predictive modeling — to uncover insights and drive strategic action. You’ll learn to translate complex data into clear business recommendations through real-world applications and decision-focused analysis.

International Human Resource Management

Lead across borders. This course prepares managers to navigate the complex human resources strategies used by global organizations. Explore key topics such as international employment practices, compensation, labor laws, cross-border leadership, global talent management, immigration policy, and expatriate/repatriation planning. Learn how top firms manage people, partnerships, and policy across cultures — and position yourself to lead in an increasingly borderless business world.

Seminar in Digital Marketing

Master the tools of modern marketing. This course explores how digital platforms — from e-commerce to social media — are reshaping consumer behavior, branding, and business strategy. You’ll examine cutting-edge practices in web and mobile marketing, user-generated content, online advertising, and search. Topics include the digital lifestyle, emerging technologies, payment systems, and privacy in a connected world. Prepare to lead in a landscape where data, technology, and creativity converge.

Our MBA Program has been Nationally Ranked for over 10 years

# 62

Best Online MBA Program for Veterans

US News and World Report
# 88

Best Online MBA Program

US News and World Report
# 61

Best MBA Program

US News and World Report

Professors You'll Love

Dr. Rahul Chauhan

Dr. Rahul Chauhan

Associate Professor of Management and McCray Professor of Business

Dr. Rahul Chauhan holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma and conducts research on organizational psychology, social media’s impact on business, and global talent strategy. With an h-index of 10 and over 600 citations, he is an award-winning educator, national-level powerlifter, and frequent contributor to leadership and HR thought leadership.

Dr. Sean Humpherys

Dr. Sean Humpherys

Associate and Pickens Professor of Computer Information Systems
Dr. Sean Humpherys earned a Ph.D. in Information Systems Management from the University of Arizona and serves as the Pickens Professor at WTAMU. A two-time teaching excellence award winner, his research appears in top journals like MIS Quarterly and focuses on deception detection, homeland security, and financial fraud detection.
Dr. Anne Macy

Dr. Anne Macy

Director of the Amarillo National Bank School of Accounting, Economics, and Finance and Edwards Professor of Finance
Dr. Anne Macy earned her Ph.D. in economics (minor in finance) from Texas Tech University and joined WTAMU in 1998. Her research analyzes investment decisions, healthcare sector returns, and industry structure impacts. She directs the Student-Managed Investment Fund, edits the Southwestern Economic Review, and is a multiple award‑winning educator.
Jenny Briones

 I learned a lot more about healthcare and how policies can affect overall patient care and the financial aspect of a clinic. With the lessons I learned, I was able to contribute to the creation of policies for my own department in my current job role.

Jenny Briones

MBA in Healthcare Management, 2024

Applying is as Easy as 1, 2, 3

1
Request a Preadmission Degree Plan

Email your unofficial U.S. transcripts—or a full transcript/marksheet evaluation if your school is outside the U.S.—along with the program you’re interested in to COBGrad@wtamu.edu. We’ll review your records and send you a free Preadmission Degree Plan showing if you need leveling courses and whether you qualify for a GMAT waiver.

2
Complete the Graduate School Application
Go to the WT Applicant Portal to apply
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Required Admissions Materials
Here's what we'll need from you when you apply: your official transcripts, your resume, your statement of goals, and your recommender emails.

10 Reasons Why Students Choose Our MBA Program

1. Affordable Online MBA

Many top-ranked, online MBA programs charge over $1,500 per credit hour and can exceed $150,000 in total cost. Our General MBA costs just $490 per credit hour (in-state tuition) and about $15,000 total. This makes it one of the most affordable online MBAs in the nation - without sacrificing qualify. 

2. Online Flexibility - Without Rushing

Our courses run in standard-length terms, not short 8-week sprints. That means a more manageable pace and the flexibility to balance work, school, and life. 

3. Manageable Commitment

Choose a full-time or part-time path that fits your life. Summer semesters are optional, so you can speed up your progress or take a break when you need it. 

4. Clear, Transparent Information

No surprises here - you'll find Course Overview Videos, a free Preadmission Degree Plan, and detailed tuition cost information that lays everything out clearly. 

5. No Work Experience Required

You don't need years of work experience to get started. Our program is designed so motivated students from all backgrounds can earn an MBA without work experience, building the skills and confidence to move their careers forward.   

6. Not Just for Business Majors

Our MBA welcomes students from engineering, healthcare, education, and beyond. Many use the degree to pivot into leadership, administration, or business strategy roles. 

7. Transfer Friendly - Pick Up Where You Left Off

Maybe you started a business program elsewhere, or life got in the way. As an online MBA program that accepts transfer credits, we make it easy to continue your journey so the work you've already done doesn't go to waste. 

8. Skip the GMAT

Many applicants qualify for admission to our online MBA with no GMAT required. If you have a 3.0 GPA, advanced degree, or significant professional experience, you may be able to skip the test and focus on what really matters - earning your MBA. 

9. Quick, Responsive Support

Your time matters. Our Admissions Team and Academic Advisors aim to respond to emails within 1-2 business days, so you're never left waiting for answers. It's this level of care and personal attention that helps set us apart as one of the best MBA programs in Texas. 

10. Proven Online Excellence

We've offered online classes since 1997, bringing decades of experience delivering online education - long before other schools made the shift. Recognized nationally for more than 10 years, our AACSB accredited online MBA gives you confidence in both the program and your investment.  

 

Frequently Asked Questions

You set the pace. Go full-time or part-time, take summer classes or skip them - it's up to you. Most working professionals in our program finish in 18-24 months while balancing careers and families.

We offer four semesters each year:

  • Fall - Late August-November
  • Spring - Mid-January-April
  • Summer 1 - June-early July
  • Summer 2 - Mid-July-late August

WT also offers May and Winter Intersessions, though the College of Business rarely uses them. Summer classes are optional, accelerated sessions - a great way to move through the program faster, but they are not required. 

Yes! AT WT, you can earn your MBA directly after undergrad - no years of job experience required. Our program is designed for motivated students who are ready to continue their education and move straight into graduate business studies.

Absolutely. Most of our students are full-time professionals balancing work and family. With courses designed in a flexible, asynchronous format and a manageable 10-15 hours per week per class, you can keep your career moving forward while you study.

Our online MBA is asynchronous - no set classes times. You'll complete readings, lectures, and assignments on your schedule, with deadlines to keep you on track.

Yes! You can choose from six options: 

  • General MBA
  • MBA in Computer Information Systems
  • MBA in Healthcare Management
  • MBA in Management
  • MBA in Marketing
  • MBA in Procurement Management

If you don't have a business background, you may need up to three leveling courses to cover basics like accounting, statistics, and finance. Our Graduate Admissions Team will review your transcripts and let you know what's needed. These courses are built into your MBA plan, so you don't have to finish them before starting the program.

You'll need a 4-your bachelor's degree, or integrated master's or doctoral degree such as a PharmD from a regionally accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA to qualify for admission with no GMAT required.

Not if you meet one of these conditions:

  • 3.0 GPA or higher on your completed bachelor's degree
  • 3.0 GPA in your last 60 credit hours of your bachelor's
  • Completion of a master's or doctoral degree
  • 10+ years of progressive professional experience after your bachelor's

The same PhD-qualified faculty who teach on campus also teach online. You'll always learn from experienced, in-residence professors - not teaching assistants.

No. Your diploma will simply say "West Texas A&M University." It carries the same weight and AACSB-accredited credibility as an on-campus MBA. Whether you share that it was earned online is completely up to you.

West Texas A&M University is proud to be part of the Texas A&M University System, one of the largest and most respected university systems in the country. Being a system school means that while we share the strength, resources, and reputation of the A&M System, we maintain our own accreditation, rankings, and identity as WTAMU. 

As a student, this gives you the best of both worlds: the recognition and value of the A&M name, combines with the personalized experience of a regional university where faculty and staff know you and are invested in your success. 

The first step is simple: request your free Preadmission Degree Plan. You'll see exactly which courses you'll need, whether any leveling is required, and if you qualify for a no GMAT admission. From there, apply is quick and fully online. 

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