Master of Business Administration - Professional in Waltham, MA United States | Bentley University

Bentley University | Waltham, MA United States
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Qualification
Master's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
Online
Tuition (2026)
USD 52,500
Attendance
Part-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

Bentley’s Professional MBA is a two-year, predominantly online, cohort-based program uniquely designed for motivated professionals. Students in the program accelerate their careers and excel as innovative business leaders in sustainable organizations driven by state-of-the-art technology innovation. 

Choose from six focus areas with coursework that integrates central business subjects with the program themes of sustainability and emerging technologies. Accelerate your career by joining a diverse cohort of professionals who learn from each other's experiences, exchange valuable insights and form lasting connections. Most coursework is completed online and is structured to fit into your busy life and 10 weekends on campus plus a global experience ensure valuable learning opportunities outside the classroom.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

The Professional MBA is a 39-credit program that includes Essentials, Focus Areas, Skills Workshops, Tech Labs and a Global Business Experience. You can explore the different course types and titles below.

The program is made up of:

  • Five on-campus immersion weekends a year
  • Weeks where you complete online coursework entirely on your own time (asynchronous learning)
  • Weeks where you log into online classes at specified evening times (live, synchronous classes)
  • One 7-10 day global immersion experience

The Professional MBA is structured to accommodate the demanding schedules of busy professionals, allowing you to maintain a balance between your professional and personal lives. The program schedule is strategically crafted to enhance your learning experience so you can complete your degree in two years while also developing a strong community with your classmates.

Essentials (6 Required Courses; 1.5 Credits Each)
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Digital Transformation
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Effectiveness
Choose 4 (6 Credits Each)
  • Global Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Sustainable Organizations
  • Financial Analytics
  • Innovation Design
Skills Workshops (Choose 3; .5 Credits Each)
  • Effectively Delivering and Receiving Developmental Performance Feedback
  • Unleashing Creativity for Innovation
  • Communication Skills for Executive-Level Audience
  • Value-Added Listening
  • Leadership Accelerator - Part 1 and 2
  • Stress Management for Stressed Managers
  • Design Thinking for Innovation
Tech Labs (1 Required, Choose 2; .5 Credits Each)
  • Using Technology to Solve Health Challenges (Required)
    Choose 2
  • Introduction to Structured Query Language Programming
  • Mastering Generative AI Tools for Professional Excellence
  • Digital Marketing Analytics Lab
  • Analyzing and Presenting Data with Generative AI
  • Leveraging Immersive Technologies for Business Innovation and Strategic Leadership
Global Travel Experience (Choose 1; 3 Credits)
  • Emerging Technologies: Sweden, March 2026
  • Sustainable Ecosystems: Brazil, May 2026

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5 years work experience preferred​

Application Requirements 

  • Résumé/CV or LinkedIn Profile
  • All academic transcripts
  • One written essay (optional second essay)
  • One professional recommendation from a current or former manager (option to submit a second recommendation)
  • Interview upon request
  • GMAT or GRE scores (optional)

Deadlines

  • December 1- Priority Deadline for Merit Scholarship Consideration: December 1
  • February 15 - Priority Deadline 2: February 15
  • April 15 - Final Deadline: April 15 (applications will be read on a rolling basis after February)

Tuition USD 52,500
Waltham, MA, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
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