Online Master of Business Administration

Transform Your Future with the Cottrell MBA

Ignite your career with the Cottrell MBA from the Mike Cottrell College of Business. Our dynamic, fully online program is crafted for ambitious business leaders. Experience the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime, while preparing to lead and excel in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Enhance your expertise further with specialized graduate certificates available in Cybersecurity, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Technology Leadership, and Compliance & Ethics, integrated seamlessly into the MBA curriculum. Take the first step toward a brighter, more prosperous future today.

Apply Now Request more Information

Cottrell MBA Program Quick Facts

Recognized Excellence

#2 in Georgia Best Part-Time MBA Program in 2024 by Fortune Magazine

Ranked Best 

Best Online Master's in Georgia for 2024 by Online Masters Colleges (OMC)

Expert Faculty  

Professors draw on real world experiences to deliver valuable insight

What to Know about the Cottrell MBA


  • Online: Earn your MBA wherever you are without pausing your career
  • Asynchronous classes with some synchronous components
  • Program length 32 credit hours, or more with specialization
  • Accredited: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
  • Find all program requirements in the Catalog Listing

Attend a Virtual Information Session

How the Cottrell MBA Impacts Our Students' Careers


UNG calls out the inner leader in every person. The Cottrell MBA really asks you to take a chance, step out and be the leader you're supposed to be deep down inside and cultivate it the right way

Adrian Kim '24

Master of Business Administration

Level up with a Graduate Certificate

Level up your MBA experience with our integrated graduate certificates. This valuable option not only enriches your learning outcomes but also equips you with targeted skills that are highly valued in today's competitive job market, amplifying your career potential and setting you apart as a leader in your field.

MBA Program Application Deadlines

All application materials are to be received prior to the deadline. If program capacity is met prior to established admission deadlines, we will stop accepting applications for admission and cancel remaining incomplete applicants. Completing your application earlier is better.

Fall Deadline

July 15

Spring Deadline

December 1

Summer Deadline

April 15

How to Apply to the Cottrell MBA Program

 

Questions?

Carolyn Pelkey
Carolyn PelkeyProfile page

MCCB Graduate Programs Coordinator

Phone706-867-4410

Office locationCottrell Center, 225, Dahlonega


For questions about the application process, contact:
Graduate Admissions
grads@ung.edu 
706-864-1543

Schedule a Meeting

MBA Program Curriculum

The Cottrell MBA provides functional knowledge in a variety of business fields while also addressing skills such as analytics, ethical decision-making, and professionalism. With a number of networking opportunities, relevant coursework and competitive pricing, the Cottrell MBA is one of the best values in the state.

Program electives are offered during the summer semesters. 

Courses you will take.

Leadership and Motivation

We will look at a variety of leadership and motivation models and theories through class discussion and application to real-world situations. Topics will cover strategic leadership at the organizational level as well as leadership in small groups and teams.

The course material will cover topics such as the nature of leadership in multicultural and diverse settings, the importance of ethics, and the ethical decision-making frameworks that modern business contexts present to leaders.

Professionalism in Business

In order to enhance their group and interpersonal communication abilities as well as their professional business competence, students will take part in online courses, a professional workshop, and other learning exercises.

Learning activities include guest speakers, seminar participation, service learning, and corporate visits are intended to improve professional soft skills and job preparedness.

Financial Management

All MBA students will receive the necessary financial theory in this course, enabling them to take on leadership roles in their firms' financial decision-making processes. The fundamental theories of markets, risk, return, and value are covered throughout the course, along with how these theories relate to choices made in financial management.

Strategic Management in a Global Environment

This capstone course applies previously acquired MBA expertise to the increasing problems posed by globalization. Business strategy is depicted in the context of growing rivalry, changing political economies, shifting cultural dynamics, and global trade.

The course addresses the requirement that globalization be taken into account as a crucial component of a company's strategic focus, regardless of size. The student is exposed to global viewpoints on subjects including leadership, entrepreneurship, value chain integration, and ethics through special course content.

Graduate Financial Information

Find financial aid resources and opportunities. 

Learn More

Support Services

Career Services

Career Services provides help with:

  • Career planning and recruitment
  • Job searches, interviews, and resumes + cover letters
  • Opportunities with career fairs
  • Networking with alumni and UNG Ignite

Career Services

Library Graduate Resources

The library has resources for graduate students:

  • Research assistance
  • Publishing and copyright
  • Reserving items
  • Access to special collections

Library Support

Online Learning

Use online resources to get help with:

  • How to buy textbooks
  • Getting started with e-learning
  • Technology Requirements & Support
  • Your e-learning (D2L) login page

Online Learning

Where Could The MBA Program Lead You?

Learn More About the MBA

Loading...
Establishing Connection...
AskNigel