Business programs guide
Felicia Evans
MBA 2008
BUSINESS PROGRAMS GUIDE
A University of Phoenix Business
program helps you become
equipped to solve today’s business
challenges. You’ll gain careerrelevant skills in weeks, not years.
You can update your resumé and
online profiles in real time.
Whether you want to get started,
switch careers, or take your career
to the next level, a Business degree
from University of Phoenix is a
strong choice. I’m glad you’re here.
Take a look around.”
K AT H R Y N U H L E S
Dean, College of Business and IT
Kathryn Uhles collaborated on this guide to introduce students to
the transfer-friendly programs, skills-aligned curriculum, experienced
faculty, and customized experience that awaits University of Phoenix
Business students. Read more about Uhles inside.
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Thank you for
downloading
our Business
programs guide!
Our Business programs connect adult
learners to what they need to pursue
success. This guide will walk you
through everything from our skillsaligned programs and our time- and
money-savings opportunities to how we
compare to the competition.
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WHO WE ARE:
Leaders committed to your
educational success
WHO WE SERVE:
Diverse, determined students
and alumni
WHAT WE DO:
Skills-aligned education
HOW WE HELP YOU SAVE:
10 time- and/or money-saving opportunities
WHAT OTHERS ARE ASKING:
Answers to FAQs
WHY CHOOSE US:
Compare us to the competition
HOW TO GET STARTED:
Next steps for your journey
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WHO WE ARE:
Leaders committed
to your educational
success
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Our leaders and
faculty
Founded in 1976, University of
Phoenix became one of the first online
universities designed for working adults.
And from our earliest beginnings as
the University that changed higher
education, University of Phoenix has
embraced excellence and innovation.
Through academic rigor and deep
knowledge of the types of skills
employers’ value, our leaders in the
College of Business and Information
Technology are dedicated to helping
you succeed.
Our deans
Our deans manage curriculum design and
development, faculty support, vendor relationships
and academic operations
Kathryn Uhles, MSP, MIS
Dean
Passionate about teaching the next generation of
business leaders, Uhles has served University of
Phoenix across four different departments since
2006 — most recently as faculty and dean of CBIT.
Did you know? College of
Business and IT faculty have
an average of 32.8 years
of professional experience
and 18.6 years of University
teaching experience.
Joseph Aranyosi, MFA
Associate Dean
Aranyosi oversees curricula in data science,
business analytics, management, project
management, operations, finance, marketing and
communications.
Natalie Pratt, MBA, MC, MEd
Associate Dean
Pratt oversees curricula in general business and
management, accounting, human resources,
leadership and small business entrepreneurship.
Facts at a Glance Q1 2024
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LEADERSHIP
The College of Business & IT
Industry Advisory Council
shares feedback on what is
happening in the workplace
and what we may have to
anticipate for future needs.
Their insights help us
prioritize opportunities for
our program initiatives so we
can continue to serve our
students well.”
DOR I S S AVRON, M BA
Vice Provost – Colleges, Assessment
and Curriculum
Our faculty
Our Business faculty know what works in
the real world. They consist of CEOs, CFOs, COOs,
VPs and directors working in the fields they teach.
The practical knowledge they bring to the
classroom means what they teach today can be
directly applied to your career tomorrow.
Industry Advisory Council
Education never stands still. That’s why we have
an advisory council made up of business leaders.
They meet periodically to review industry needs
and trends, providing valuable insights that help us
keep our programs relevant.
CBIT Industry Advisory Council
In April 2024, the CBIT Industry Advisory Council met on the
University of Phoenix main campus. Some of the council’s
Business and IT leaders are pictured here, from left to right.
Back row: Stephanie Benoit-Kurtz – regional director of security
and security consultant, Trace3; Lead Faculty, University of
Phoenix; Jennifer Mellor – chief innovation officer, Phoenix
Chamber of Commerce; Shawn Harrs – executive VP and
CIO, Red Lobster Restaurants; Michael Echols – VP, global
cybersecurity strategy, Las Vegas Sands Corp.; Jim Rice – VP,
digital transformation, CDW Corp.; Matthew Rosenquist – chief
information security officer, Eclipz.io, Inc.
Front row: Stephenie Gloden, SVP, head of enterprise agile and
enablement, Fidelity Investments; Jeffrey Rhymes, VP, global
technology diversity, equity and inclusion lead, JPMorgan Chase &
Co.; Bob Collins, regional president, central plains region, Sysco
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WHO WE SERVE:
Diverse, determined
students and alumni
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STUDENTS AND ALUMNI
Our Business students
Our students are as diverse as they are
determined — and most of them went to
the school of life before taking their first
class with us.
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STUDENTS AND ALUMNI
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Somewhere in these overlapping circles of
statistics, our students can be found heads down,
grinding through deadlines, fatigue and doubts
about whether they’ll make it — until, in true
Phoenix form, they rise to pursue their goals.
*Statistics current as of the first quarter of FY24
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STUDENTS AND ALUMNI
Our Business
alumni
We strive every day to help move our
students toward graduation. And
through our Career Services for Life®
commitment and 50 alumni chapters,
for example, we continue to serve our
students long after they graduate.
We’re here for our students from day one
until day done. Because once you’re a
Phoenix, you’re a Phoenix for life.
Business alumni in action
We never get tired of shouting our
alumni stories from the rooftops. They’re
proof a degree is possible with the right
mindset and support.
Laura Jex (BSB, 2019) took her son to
kindergarten one day and realized she
wanted to go back to school too. So, she
added a BSB to mom life and helped
launch a business.
Chantal Weaver (MBA, 2022), a diversity
and inclusion consultant, conquered her
fear of going back to school and
navigating an online classroom to
earn an MBA.
Military veteran Deb Miller (MBA, 2004)
satisfied her knack for leadership and
managing people by getting her
master’s degree.
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WHAT WE DO:
Skills-aligned
education
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Like our students, we’re
always pressing, never
resting. In fact, from our
earliest beginnings as a
university that changed
higher education, University
of Phoenix has embraced
excellence and innovation.
Here are just some of the
features you can find with
a University of Phoenix
Business degree.
Skills-aligned learning
Following our dynamic and institution-wide shift
to skills-aligned learning, 100% of our associate,
bachelor’s and master’s degree programs open
for new enrollment are now aligned to in-demand
workplace skills.
Career-focused education
Your degree should match your goals. At University
of Phoenix, it can. You can earn two credentials at
the price of one for your BSB or BSM. Customize
your degree with a certificate option (those courses
are taken as electives and added as a credential).
Flexibility
Balance it all — work, family and school — with a
university built for busy adults like you. Focus on
just one 5- to 6-week course at a time, while still
completing your degree on time.
Career Services for Life® commitment
Did you know? Among
surveyed alumni who
graduated in the past year,
81% believe their University
of Phoenix education
has been useful in their
profession*.
Whether a student or a graduate, you have access
to career services including 1-on-1 career coaching
at no cost, resumé reviews and interview prep —
for a lifetime. Through every career pivot, we’re
here for you.
Competency-based MBA
If you have previous experience, prefer to work
more independently and want to control how
fast you complete courses, a competency-based
program may be ideal for you. Not sure whether
a traditional MBA or a competency-based MBA is
better for you? Visit our competency-based MBA
page, and scroll down to take our learning
style quiz.
*2023 Biennial Alumni Survey, May-June 2023
(1,291 completes)
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DEGREE PROGRAMS
Business accreditation
information
The Accreditation Council for Business Schools
and Programs (ACBSP) has accredited the following
programs offered by the College of Business and
Information Technology or the College of Doctoral
Studies.
• Associate of Arts with a concentration in
Accounting Fundamentals
(not open to new enrollment)
• Associate of Arts with a concentration in Business
Fundamentals
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Bachelor of Science in Business
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Management
• Master of Science in Accountancy
(not open to new enrollment)
• Doctor of Business Administration
• Doctor of Management
For additional information, visit acbsp.org or
call 913-339-9356.
Accreditation Council for Business
Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
8101 College Blvd #100
Overland Park, KS 66210
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We offer Business programs
at all degree levels (associate,
bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral)
in growing fields such as
business administration,
management and accounting.
All of our programs are
aligned to careers, so you’ll
know that what you’re
learning in the classroom is
relevant for your career.
Take a look at our programs,
outlined in detail in the
following pages.
Kellee Salas
BSB/PS 2019
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Bachelor of Science in
Business (BSB)
The Bachelor of Science in Business
(BSB) program prepares students
to apply core business concepts in a
variety of organizations. You’ll gain a
solid foundation in business concepts,
with an option to customize your
degree with a certificate in marketing,
small business/entrepreneurship, or
other areas.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Customizable – Add a certificate for no additional
time or cost.
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Accepts up to 87 transfer credits
(up to 70% of your bachelor’s degree)
Students can have relevant work and life experience
reviewed for potential credit.
A faster path to an MBA or Master of Management:
BSB students who want to transition into the
University’s Master of Business Administration
(MBA) or Master of Management (MM) programs
may complete the first three graduate-level MBA or
MM courses through the MBA pathway option.
Certificates:
• Human Resource Management
• Leadership and Management
• Marketing
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Small Business Management and
Entrepreneurship
This means you will already be 9 credits/18 weeks
into your master’s degree when you complete your
bachelor’s.
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• 120-credit program
• Program length: 4 years*
• Course frequency: Take one 5-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
*Your time to completion is dependent on various
factors specific to you, and could take you less
time or more time to complete. Students who
remain in attendance without breaks, pass all
courses and bring in transfer credits, Prior
Learning Assessment (PLA) or other time-saving
opportunities may finish the program in less than
four years.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Bachelor of Science in
Management (BSM)
In our Bachelor of Science in
Management program, you’ll
build career-relevant skills to become
a better business manager — focusing
especially on the skills necessary
to align resources and improve
communication, productivity and
effectiveness.
Program details
Our most transfer friendly program — you can
transfer up to 90 credits, which can cover 75% of
your degree.
The degree is customizable – add a certificate for no
additional time or cost.
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Students can have relevant work and life experience
reviewed for potential credit.
A faster path to an MBA or Master of Management:
BS/Management students who want to transition
into the University’s Master of Business
Administration (MBA) or Master of Management
(MM) programs may complete the first three
graduate-level MBA or MM courses through the
MBA pathway option.
Certificates:
• Human Resource Management
• Leadership and Management
• Marketing
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Small Business Management and
Entrepreneurship
*Your time to completion is dependent on various
factors specific to you, and could take you less
time or more time to complete. Students who
remain in attendance without breaks, pass all
courses and bring in transfer credits, Prior
Learning Assessment (PLA) or other time-saving
opportunities may finish the program in less than
four years.
This means you will already be 9 credits/18 weeks
into your master’s degree when you complete your
bachelor’s.
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• 120-credit program
• Program length: 4 years*
• Course frequency: Take one 5-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Bachelor of Science in
Communication (BSCOM)
The Bachelor of Science in
Communication prepares students
for a variety of professional roles that
require effective communication
skills. You’ll learn the basics like
logical argumentation, rhetoric and
storytelling — then, you’ll delve into
the business side of communication
and explore areas including public
relations, social media, media
relations and more.
Program details
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Accepts up to 87 transfer credits
(up to 70% of your bachelor’s degree)
Students can have relevant work and life experience
reviewed for potential credit.
A faster path to an MBA: BS/Communication
students who want to transition into the University’s
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master
of Management (MM) programs may complete
the first three graduate-level MBA or MM courses
through the MBA pathway option.
This means you will already be 9 credits/18 weeks
into your master’s degree when you complete your
bachelor’s.
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• 120-credit program
• Program length: 4 years*
• Course frequency: Take one 5-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
*Your time to completion is dependent on various
factors specific to you, and could take you less
time or more time to complete. Students who
remain in attendance without breaks, pass all
courses and bring in transfer credits, Prior
Learning Assessment (PLA) or other time-saving
opportunities may finish the program in less than
four years.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Bachelor of Science in
Accounting (BSA)
The Bachelor of Science in Accounting
(BSA) prepares you with the financial
skills you need to help organizations
run efficiently. Topics include
financial accounting, managerial
accounting, auditing and taxation —
as well as general business disciplines
such as economics, statistics, law,
corporate finance and marketing.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Accepts up to 69 transfer credits
(more than half of your bachelor’s degree)
Students can have relevant work and life experience
reviewed for potential credit.
A faster path to an MBA or Master of Management:
BS/Accounting students who want to transition into
the University’s Master of Business Administration
(MBA) or Master of Management (MM) programs
may complete the first three graduate-level MBA or
MM courses through the MBA pathway option.
This means you will already be 9 credits/18 weeks
into your master’s degree when you complete your
bachelor’s.
Meets quality standards of the Financial
Accounting Standards Board, which establishes
standards of financial accounting and reporting for
nongovernmental entities.
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• 120-credit program
• Program length: 4 years*
• Course frequency: Take one 5-week course at
a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
*Your time to completion is dependent on various
factors specific to you, and could take you less
time or more time to complete. Students who
remain in attendance without breaks, pass all
courses and bring in transfer credits, Prior
Learning Assessment (PLA) or other time-saving
opportunities may finish the program in less than
four years.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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DEGREE PROGRAMS
Christine Otter
BSACC 2014
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Master of Business
Administration (MBA)
Gain the leadership and managerial
skills you’ll need to be effective
in a rapidly changing business
environment. In our traditional MBA
program, you’ll take one 6-week
course at a time, while completing
your degree in as little as 16 months.
Program details: Traditional MBA
ACBSP-accredited
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Time and money savings: Accepts up to 9 transfer
credits, which can be a combination of eligible
transfer credits or credit for relevant work and life
experience (PLA)
No SAT/GMAT/GRE requirement
A faster path to a doctoral degree: Master’s degree
students can substitute up to 3 select graduate-level
courses with designated doctoral level courses
through the doctoral pathway. This means you’ll
already be 9 credits/24 weeks into your doctoral
degree when you complete your master’s.
If you’d like to position yourself as a leader in
healthcare, this degree program pairs with a dual
MBA/MHA degree.
At a glance
• Tuition: $698 per credit (traditional MBA)
• 33-credit program
• Program length: 16 months
• Course frequency: Take one 6-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Master of Business
Administration–CB
Gain the leadership and
managerial skills you’ll need to
be effective in a rapidly changing
business environment. In our
competency-based program you can
earn your degree in under a year for
less than $10K.
Program details: Competency-based
ACBSP-accredited
Time and money savings: Since this is our most
affordable degree option, it does not allow for
transfer credits
Competency-based requirements:
• An undergraduate degree, or higher, in
business or business management
• A cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Three years of experience within the past 10
years in a business environment
No SAT/GMAT/GRE requirement
At a glance
• Tuition: $300 per credit (competency-based
MBA)
• 33-credit program
• Program length: Complete in under a year
• Course frequency: You’ll take up to 4 courses
over a 16-week period, which can be taken
one at a time or all at the same time.
Not sure which MBA format is right
for you? Take our Learning Style Quiz
to find out!
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Master of Management
(MM)
Develop management competencies
through the practical application of
theory, business and management
diagnostics, and the formulation of
creative management and consulting
solutions. You’ll gain firsthand
knowledge of the tools and techniques
used by successful consultants
in the competitive leadership,
entrepreneurship and management
industries.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Time and money savings: Accepts up to 9 transfer
credits, which can be a combination of eligible
transfer credits or credit for relevant work and life
experience (PLA)
A faster path to a doctoral degree: Master’s degree
students can substitute up to 3 select graduate-level
courses with designated doctoral-level courses
through the doctoral pathway. This means you’ll
already be 9 credits/24 weeks into your doctoral
degree when you complete your master’s.
At a glance
• Tuition: $698 per credit
• 33-credit program
• Program length: 16 months
• Course frequency: Take one 6-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Doctor of Business
Administration (DBA)
Develop a mindset of change and
innovation that breaks the sea of
sameness. Our Doctor of Business
Administration (DBA) can help you
gain the strategic vision and skills to
position yourself as a business leader
and bring new solution-oriented
insights and research to the field.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Dissertation process: You’ll begin your dissertation
in your third course and follow a schedule of
milestones throughout your program. This helps
you manage your dissertation in smaller segments
and helps identify any research methodology
challenges early, so surprises or delays can be
addressed.
Symposium: Unlike other programs, our doctoral
students are not required to travel for an oncampus residency. Instead, you’ll complete an
8-week online symposium requirement.
Research: Our Research Hub is a community of
researchers who exemplify the highest standards
of academic excellence and research innovation.
Browse publications or view our centers and Career
Institute.
At a glance
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
• Tuition: $810 per credit
• Minimum credits: 54 credits. The doctoral
degree program length can vary by specific
program requirements. Students may be
required to complete extension courses to
allow ample time to satisfy the dissertation
and project requirements for their program
of study. Additional courses may require
additional cost and time.
• Required course of study: 36 credits
• Business Administration and
Leadership Electives: 18 credits
• Additional program requirements
(if applicable): 14 credits
• Maximum total (with additional
program requirements included):
68 credits
• Course frequency: Take one 8-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
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Doctor of
Management (DM)
Our Doctor of Management (DM)
students don’t just think outside
the box — they remove it. Our DM
equips mid-careerists with the
critical thinking skills to find creative
solutions to complex problems, so
you can bring out the best of your
leadership skills. You’ll engage with
leadership literature and demonstrate
competence by applying what you
learn to current organizational
environments.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Dissertation process: You’ll begin
your dissertation in your third course and follow a
schedule of milestones throughout your program.
This helps you manage your dissertation in
smaller segments and helps identify any research
methodology challenges early, so surprises or
delays can be addressed.
Symposium: Unlike other programs, our doctoral
students are not required to travel for an oncampus residency. Instead, you’ll complete an
8-week online symposium requirement.
Research: Our Research Hub is a community of
researchers who exemplify the highest standards
of academic excellence and research innovation.
Browse publications or view our centers and our
Career Institute® research.
At a glance
Specialize your degree with
elective tracks:
• Organizational Leadership
• Information Systems and
Technology
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
• Tuition: $810 per credit
• Minimum credits: 54 credits. The doctoral
degree program length can vary by specific
program requirements. Students may be
required to complete extension courses to
allow ample time to satisfy the dissertation
and project requirements for their program
of study. Additional courses may require
additional cost and time.
• Required course of study: 36 credits
• Business Administration and
Leadership Electives: 18 credits
• Additional program requirements
(if applicable): 14 credits
• Maximum Total (with additional
program requirements included):
68 credits
• Course frequency: Take one 8-week course
at a time, while still completing your degree
on time.
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Associate of Arts with
a concentration in
Business Fundamentals
Gain skills to enter the competitive
field of business with our Associate of
Arts with a concentration in Business
Fundamentals. You’ll develop
essential business knowledge and
skills in leadership, management
business communication, information
systems, problem-solving and
accounting.
Program details
ACBSP-accredited
Time and money savings: Accepts up to 45 transfer
credits, which can be a combination of eligible
transfer credits or credit for relevant work and life
experience (PLA)
All 60 credits are fully transferable into our
Bachelor of science in Business programs
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• 60-credit program
• Program length: 2 years
• Course frequency: You’ll take one 5-week
course at a time through the entire year
Want to see more?
Check out our academic catalog.
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Certificates
Undergraduate certificates:
Certificates allow you to focus on
skills you need for your career in a
short amount of time. Many of our
certificates can be completed in less
than 9 months for just over $10K and
you may be able to apply the credits to
your degree after you finish.
• Human Resource Management Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Leadership and Management Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Marketing Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Operations Management Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Project Management Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Small Business Management and
Entrepreneurship Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
• Business Analytics Certificate:
27 credits/9 courses
At a glance
• Tuition: $398 per credit
• Take one 5-week course at a time,
continuously until you finish your program
(Certificates continue on the next page.)
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Certificates (continued)
Graduate certificates:
• Graduate Accounting Certificate:
15 credits/5 courses
• Graduate Human Resource Management
Certificate: 15 credits/5 courses
• Graduate Project Management Certificate:
18 credits/6 courses
At a glance
• Tuition: $698 per credit
• Take one 6-week course at a time,
continuously until you finish your program
Post-Masters certificates:
• Post-Master’s Certificate in Business
Administration: 15 credits/5 courses
• Post-Master’s Certificate in Organizational
Leadership and Decision Making:
15 credits/5 courses
At a glance
• Tuition: $810 per credit
• Take one 8-week course at a time,
continuously until you finish your program.
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HOW WE HELP YOU SAVE:
10 time- and moneysaving opportunities
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TIME AND MONEY SAVINGS
We are serious about helping
you save time and money.
We’ll help you look for every
opportunity to earn a degree
faster, and for less.
1. Transfer credits
You can transfer in up to 87 prior eligible credits for
many of our bachelor’s degrees. We accept eligible
college credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions.
We’ll work with you to get every transfer credit you
deserve so you don’t have to spend time repeating
coursework.
Here are 10 ways we value
your time, money, and life and
educational experiences.
2. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
If you have work and life experience, you can apply
to have that experience evaluated for potential
college credit. For every three credits earned,
undergrad students can graduate five weeks faster
and save over $1,300 off a degree. Students in our
traditional MBA and MM programs can get up to 9
credits or $6,800 off with PLA/transfer credits.
3. Scholarships
Starting with your first course, every qualifying new
student will be awarded one of our scholarships
(or you’ll get the best savings you qualify for).
Scholarships are applied over a set number of
courses. Maximum value is either $1,000 or $3,000,
provided you maintain eligibility.
4. Employer tuition benefits
We provide education benefits to employees at more
than 2,900 organizations through employer or
benefits provider alliances. This can help you save
money while gaining job-ready skills that benefit
both you and your employers.
5. Competency-based degrees
If you’re a working professional, you can leverage
your knowledge and experience to earn a degree
faster, and for less. Competency-based programs
like our Master of Business Administration-CB,
can be completed in under a year for less than
$10,000.
6. Alternative credit providers
We accept general education and elective
courses from StraighterLine, Sophia Learning and
Study.com, which can reduce your overall program
costs.
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7. National testing programs
Students with expertise in a specific subject
may be able to earn college credit based on their
performance on national, standardized tests.
8. Community college relationships
Through our 3+1 Transfer Pathway, students can
transfer 87 credits into a bachelor’s degree —
equivalent to three years — from a participating
community college. We also waive tuition and
the resource fee for one course, which provides
students with additional savings up to $1,220.
Additionally, associate degree students who
transfer into a University of Phoenix bachelor’s
program can save $144 on every three-credit
course with our special tuition rate.
9. Alumni savings
Alumni are eligible for special tuition rates and
can save up to $2,880 on a bachelor’s degree and
$2,200 on a master’s degree. Additionally, in 2023
we continued awarding 50 alumni scholarship
opportunities per month. Each scholarship has
a maximum value of $2,000, applied over a set
number of courses, provided students maintain
eligibility.
10. Tuition Guarantee
At a time when costs are rising, you can count on
one fixed, flat tuition rate from the moment you
enroll until the day you graduate. We call it our
Tuition Guarantee® commitment. You can call it
peace of mind.
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WHAT OTHERS ARE ASKING:
Answers to FAQs
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FAQS
Have a question? Chances
are someone else has asked
the same one! Here are some
frequently asked questions.
What can I do with a Business degree?
Each Business degree program aligns to real-world
career opportunities. Plus, we worked with labor
market analysts to identify skills today’s employers
want in job candidates. Then we add these careerrelevant skills into our curriculum.
To explore potential careers, visit our website and
simply click on the Business degree that interests
you, scroll down to the Careers and Outcomes
section of the page and click on the “Career
opportunities” drop-down menu.
Want more info on specific careers in business?
View our Career Guides for a deeper dive
into possible careers, salary ranges and job
opportunities in these professions:
Accountant
Business Manager
Financial Advisor
Project Manager
Did you know? Each week,
you’ll have due dates when
your discussion questions
and assignments are due,
but when you choose to
do that work is up to you.
Morning, noon or night!
You won’t need to log in
or be expected to video
conference at any time.
Is a Business degree right for me?
If you’re looking to switch careers, upskill or
enhance your career, a Business degree might
be for you. That said, going back to school is a big
decision. It’s important to have time, a financial
plan and a good support system. Chat with friends
and family to see what they think. Do your research
to make an informed decision.
How do I decide which degree or concentration is
right for me?
Our Program Finder can help you find which
program might match your career and educational
goals. You can also connect with one of our
enrollment representatives at 844-710-0516 for
help defining your goals and brainstorming options.
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FAQS
Is a Master of Management (MM) the same as a
Master of Business Administration (MBA)?
An MM may be ideal for you if you have a bachelor’s
degree from any field or minimal professional
experience. Our MM focuses on topics like business
administration, performance management,
innovative leadership, organizational behavior and
more.
An MBA is ideal for students who earned a business
degree and have several years of experience in
the corporate world. Our MBA program focuses on
leadership and entrepreneurship and is offered in
both traditional and competency-based formats.
What are the most popular Business degrees
offered at University of Phoenix?
The Bachelor of Science in Business, Bachelor
of Science in Management, Master of Business
Administration and Master of Management are
our most popular Business degrees.
Jennifer Hausmann
MBA 2019
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Going back to school for a Business degree
seems intimidating. What resources are
available to help support me?
The University offers many resources to help you
stay on track in school and in life, including a
support team that’s available up to 14 hours a day,
5 days a week.
Active students can access the Center for Writing
Excellence and the Center for Mathematics
Excellence through their student portal. The iGrad®
money management tool is also available at no
additional cost.
Students can also access the Life Resource
Center, which offers life coaching, counseling and
resources, such as podcasts, webinars and articles
that can help you navigate life’s challenges.
How can I learn more about University of
Phoenix?
A great place to start is our About Us and Student
Experience pages or our digital Academic Annual
Report.
For more in-depth content, check out the following
articles on the UOPX blog!
• Who wants a skills-mapped degree? Everyone.
• What is an MBA?
• What can you do with a finance degree?
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WHY CHOOSE US:
Compare us to the
competition
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WHY CHOOSE US?
If you’re wondering how
University of Phoenix
Business programs stack
up against the competition,
you’re exactly the type of
student who’s a perfect fit
as a Phoenix. You’re asking
the right questions. You’re
exploring. And we think
you’ll like what you find.
Stephen Paskel
MBA 2022
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How does University of
Phoenix compare to the
competition?
We encourage you to see how we stack up against
other schools you’re considering. Go ahead,
do your “homework.”
University of Phoenix
College B
College C
Accredited
Tuition Guarantee
$398 undergraduate
Cost per credit
$698 master’s
$810 doctoral
Fees
Program length
in credits
Only one fee per course.
No other additional fees.
120 bachelor’s
33 master’s
No application fee
No University
entrance exam
required (SAT, ACT,
GMAT or GRE)
Requests transcripts
at no cost (when
possible)
Scholarships
available
Each core course
aligns to 3 career
relevant skills
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HOW TO GET STARTED:
Next steps for your
journey
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NEXT STEPS
Have questions not covered in
this guide? Contact one of our
enrollment representatives
at 844-460-1285 for
personalized assistance.
Get in touch with us!
Request information and we’ll reach out directly.
Call: 844-460-1285 | enrollment@phoenix.edu
How to apply:
If you are ready to begin your Business degree,
here’s what you need to know:
1. Our classes start year-round, so you can start
whenever you’re ready.
2. You can complete your free application in about
20 minutes.
3. No essays are required.
Did you know? Interactions
with our academic
counselors have earned a
5-star rating from 85% of
our surveyed students.*
*Source: Transactional Survey,
September 2022-August 2023
(23,739 respondents)
4. No GMAT, SAT, ACT or GRE scores are required.
5. In most cases, we can request your prior
transcripts.
6. Apply for a scholarship.
7. Discover more information on the
application process.
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