MASTERS in BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Accelerated business degree program

The 1-year Accelerated MBA program is designed for highly motivated professionals aiming to fast-track their careers with advanced business knowledge and skills. This intensive program covers core business disciplines, leadership, and strategic management, equipping graduates with the tools needed for high-level decision-making in a competitive global market.

Multidisciplinary education for a rewarding future

Our multidisciplinary modules combine business, liberal arts, and general education subjects in harmony rather than isolation. It’s this integrated teaching method that makes Williams University so different from traditional business schools.

From hackathons and real-time simulations to working on challenges set by local startups, NGOs, and global corporations, you’ll gain the kind of experience and exposure employers really value.

The skills and mindsets embedded into Williams undergraduate program have been identified as those most in-demand across all industries and functions, globally.

Benefits of our Programme

Our accelerated programme encourages students to achieve:

Discipline Competency

Differentiate and discuss the functional components of business – economics, marketing, accounting, finance, law, and management. Employ a sense of ethics and values which can be applied in a personal and professional environment

Contemporary Business Accummen

Demonstrate effective presentation of business analyses and recommendations through oral communication of conventions and forms appropriate to the intended audience. 

C-Level Team Development

Construct and apply aspects of team development and construct for the purpose of solving business problems and attaining organizational goals

Business Strategy

Illustrate the value of diversity when developing a global perspective. Analyze business problems through quantitative reasoning and methods by obtaining, evaluating and interpreting the data

Program Structure

Duration: 1 Year (3 Semesters)

Total Credits Required: 40 Credits

Credit Load per Semester: 12-14 Credits

Class Hours per Credit: 15 hours of instruction per credit

Expected Study Hours: 2-3 hours of independent study per hour of class time

Grading System: A-F (with plus/minus, on a 4.0 scale)

Entry Requirements

MBA Entry Requirement:


Bachelor's Degree

Applicants must have a recognized undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline from an accredited institution. A minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent in undergraduate studies.

English Language Proficiency

A letter to show previous studies was in English will suffice or for non-native English speakers, a minimum score in one of the following:

IELTS: 6.5 overall,
TOEFL iBT: 80,
PTE Academic: 58

Work Experience

While not mandatory, 2-3 years of professional work experience is preferred, especially for applicants seeking to specialize in areas such as leadership, entrepreneurship, or management.

GMAT/ GRE

Submission of GMAT/GRE scores is optional, though recommended for applicants without significant work experience or for those who wish to strengthen their application.

Statement of Purpose

A 1-2 page statement outlining your career goals, motivation for pursuing the MBA, and how this program aligns with your aspirations.

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references who can speak to your potential for success in the MBA program.

Resume/ CV

A current resume or CV detailing your educational background, work experience, and any relevant skills or achievements.

Williams MBA covers key areas

The 40 Credits MBA programme provides advanced knowledge and research skills across core business disciplines.

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Semester 1

Modules build advanced business skills including strategy, marketing, accounting, and finance.

Semester 1: Core Business Competencies (14 Credits)

MBA 501: Financial Accounting and Reporting (3 Credits)
MBA 502: Managerial Economics (3 Credits)
MBA 503: Marketing Management (3 Credits)
MBA 504: Organizational Behavior and Leadership (3 Credits)
MBA 505: Business Communication and Professional Development (2 Credits)

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Semester 2

Focus shifts to advanced business strategies including operational and data analytical systems

Semester 2: Advanced Business Strategies (13 Credits)

MBA 601: Corporate Finance (3 Credits)

MBA 602: Strategic Management (3 Credits)

MBA 603: Operations and Supply Chain Management (3 Credits)

MBA 604: Data Analytics and Decision Making (3 Credits)

MBA 605: Ethics, Corporate Governance, and Social Responsibility (1 Credit)

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Semester 3

You will be picking your specialization and complete a capstone project to solidify your theoritical knowledge. 

Semester 3: Integration and Specialization (13 Credits)

MBA 701: Global Business and International Finance (3 Credits)

MBA 702: Entrepreneurship and Innovation (3 Credits)

MBA 703: Advanced Leadership and Strategic Change (3 Credits)

MBA 704: Capstone Project (4 Credits)

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Outcomes

Graduates emerge as business leaders who drive organizational success and positive change through evidence-based strategy and decision making.

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World Leading Faculty

Our academic team have extensive real-world executive leadership and entrepreneurial experience across diverse industries and academic disciplines to provide uniquely relevant insights and highly personalized mentorship. Through their seasoned understanding of complex challenges facing organizations today, these distinguished advisors guide students to conduct rigorous and trailblazing research that drives meaningful business impact.

Professor, Sustainability

Robert Patin

Professor, HRM

Angela Doe

Professor, Digital Marketing

Smith Willson

Professor, Fin Tech

John Adams
Programme Cost

Affordable Programme

$5500

Per year

Our competitive 2 year online BBA pricing helps you gain the ultimate business credentials without breaking the bank. Pay as you go with flexible installments.

Access to the programme

Online VLE

24x7 support

E-Library

Virtual Internship

Williams Enterprise Accelerator

Career Support

Esteemed Graduates Leading as Executives

Williams University's rigorous 2-year DBA programme produces graduates ready to take on executive and leadership roles.

The Williams DBA gave me the skills to move from middle management to Chief Strategy Officer at a Fortune 500 company.
Jane Miller

CSO, Acme Inc.

The practical applicability of my Williams dissertation directly led to my promotion to Vice President of Global Marketing at a thriving startup.
Lee Johnson

VP Marketing, Rocket Media

The network I built at Williams opened the door for me to become Partner at a prestigious management consulting firm after graduation.

Sarah Black

Partner, McKinsey & Company