Masters of Business Administration

Why National? | National's Approach | Learning Environment | Student Projects | Student Diversity | What You'll Study | How to Apply

Why Consider an MBA from National?

If you're interested in career instruction that can help you build the confidence and develop the skills you need to perform at the next level, you'll want to take a closer look at National College's Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program.

Students who complete this program acquire an in-depth understanding of business principles and prepare themselves for the duties and responsibilities they'll encounter when they assume leadership roles.

And because employers understand the value of strong leadership, MBA graduates typically experience an increase in their overall earnings.

Lastly, an MBA degree from National College can create opportunities for professional advancement that, otherwise, might not have been available to you.

National's Approach

National's MBA program takes a broad, cross-functional approach that helps our students become familiar with the complexities of the modern workplace while preparing them for the challenges of upper-level leadership positions.

Through their coursework, students apply a theoretical understanding of business principles to real-world scenarios, which helps them sharpen the analytical skills they'll need on the job.

Our Learning Environment

National's MBA program is designed with the needs of working professionals in mind. Classes are held in the evening or on weekends to accommodate work schedules.

Because we offer small classes with an average student-to-teacher ratio of just 12 to 1 you'll receive a greater degree of individual attention than you might experience at a large university.

Because we offer no-cost peer tutoring, you'll have additional support outside of class should you ever need it.

And because the culture at National is built squarely on principles of mutual respect and support, you won't just become part of the student body when you enroll you'll become part of the National College Family.

At National College the success of our students is the motivation behind everything we do!

Student Projects

National's MBA program incorporates real-world projects into its class structure. As students work to complete these projects, they are asked to put into action many of the theories and concepts they have studied in the classroom.

These projects also help MBA students learn the importance of collaboration and strong team building skills. As they work together to reach their objectives, students build critical thinking skills and engage in the type of creative problem solving that is crucial for success in the business world.

Student Diversity

Classes at National College, like the modern work place, are rich with diversity. Each year, National is home to students representing as many as 35 countries. The individual members of our student body also vary with regard to age and professional background.

Our diversity helps create an engaging and dynamic learning environment where students not only learn with one another but from one another.

What You'll Study

The MBA program consists of nine core courses and five elective courses for a total of 56 credit hours of coursework.

Courses are scheduled so that students have the option of completing their coursework in as little as 18 months, and are scheduled during evening hours to accommodate the schedules of working professionals.

Classes are offered during the spring, summer, fall and winter terms at National College's Roanoke Valley, Virginia campus.

Program Core Courses

Financial Management
Dynamics of Organizational Behavior
Legal Environment of Business
Marketing Management
Business Research
Business Information Systems
Managerial Economics
Operations Management
Business Policy & Strategy

(Select five of the following)

Management Control
Financial Reporting
Business Tax Strategies
Business and Society
Management Communications
Leadership
International Management

How to Apply

Complete the application and include the following:

$75 application fee
Official Transcript(s)
Three Letters of Recommendation
300 Word Written Essay
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
GMAT Scores for Foreign Baccalaureate Holders
Application to MBA Program (including MBA Application Recommendation Form)

Mail the completed application and all requested materials to:

National College
Master of Business Administration Admissions Office
1813 East Main St.
Salem, Virginia 24153

If you would like more information about the program, please contact the MBA Admissions Office at (540) 986-1800.

For International Students wishing to obtain a Master's Degree please mail the completed application and all requested materials to:

Ron Smith
National College
Master of Business Administration Admissions Office
1813 East Main St.
Salem, Virginia 24153

Jamil Srour

“After earning my MBA I now have the job of my dreams, assisting the US government with foreign relations. National College’s MBA program has given me the knowledge and skills to give back not only to this country but also to the country of my birth.”

Vianne Greek

"The MBA program incorporates real-world projects into its class structure. With these projects, we were able to put into action many of the theories and concepts that we study in the classroom. Bringing real world projects into the classroom allows us to practice what they we learning, and at the same time, make an impact in the community.”

Godfried Fenyi

“National College pays more attention in helping its students in identifying what goes on in the real world. This is because the school work hand in hand with the community within it catchment area all with the aim of fulfilling its social responsibilities. This also serves as a ways of helping their students in having real world experience even before finishing their program.”