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Earn an Affordable, Globally Recognized U.S MBA for working professionals. Choose one of two in-demand concentrations and elevate your experience with an optional 1-week U.S. immersion
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100% US
Credits
Join a diverse and dynamic cohort of professionals from Vietnam, India, Canada, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the UK, and Southeast Asia.
The Edgewood University MBA program offers rich peer learning, cross-cultural insights, and a truly global learning experience. Our learners bring strong professional experience and academic diversity, making the program ideal for those looking to grow, lead, and network on a global stage.
Course Snapshot
30
US credits
ACBSP and HLC
Accredited program
WES
Recognized
Edgewood University alumni status
A legacy of nearly 100 years
Optional On-campus US Immersion Program
Designed for working professionals
HLC is CHEA recognized - Read more below
About the Higher Learning Commission
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is one of seven regional accreditors in the United States. It is an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit degree-granting colleges and universities. Institutional accreditation validates the quality of an institution's academic programs and overall operations, including governance, finance, and resources, through rigorous peer review and ongoing monitoring.
Here is the Statement of HLC Accreditation for Edgewood University.
The Edgewood University MBA program provides working professionals with a comprehensive, industry-aligned curriculum designed to enhance leadership, strategic management, and decision-making skills.
With flexible online learning, you will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience.
The program’s strong support system, including personalized guidance and career services, ensures that you are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global business world.
Did you know? With this MBA, you get a complimentary 1 Month of Microsoft Copilot Pro – where you'll get free access to Microsoft’s AI-powered tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot Chat, and more) to boost productivity, generate insights, and apply learning instantly. Exclusively available via upGrad
Here's a glimpse of the WES Evaluation Report that makes this MBA the key to unlock new opportunities.
What does this course have to offer?
No standardized testing (GMAT/GRE) required
Edgewood University alumni status
Personalize your MBA - Choose any 1 concentration*
Earn an MBA from the U.S. in just 14 months
Join the on-campus immersion to connect with peers from across the globe.
Designed for Working Professionals
This program is best suited for working professionals who aspire to become the leaders of tomorrow. Our program equips working professionals with essential business and management skills and offers focused tracks in organizational leadership and business analytics. The option to personalize your MBA allows you to redefine your career or explore new avenues while acquiring the skills you need to fuel your success in the world of business.
Bachelor's Degree
Applicant should have a min. 50% in the respective bachelor's degree
Government-Recognized Certification: Learners receive an NSDC certification upon completion—nationally recognized and aligned with industry standards, enhancing employability.
Skill-Focused & Job-Oriented Curriculum: NSDC-aligned courses are designed to build practical, in-demand skills for specific industries, bridging the gap between education and employment.
Part of ‘Skill India’ Mission: Our program is in line with India’s flagship Skill India initiative, empowering youth with future-ready skills for a competitive job market.
Get to know the Edgewood MBA course in depth by downloading the course brochure
Disclaimer: This value-added offering is being provided solely by upGrad, and the University does not have any role/involvement in it.
Welcome to Edgewood
Hear from faculty and leaders of Edgewood University. They discuss why they have chosen to partner with upGrad and their mission of affordable and accessible education for all. Featured in the video are Andrew Manion Ph.D. President Edgewood University, William Mangan Ph.D. Provost, VP for Academic Affairs, and many more members of the Edgewood Community.
Note - Edgewood College is now Edgewood University. You might still see the old name in some places; updates are underway and will be live soon.*
To provide quality U.S. education to learners across the globe, Edgewood University has partnered with upGrad, a global higher education technology provider. Through this partnership, learners from around the world have the opportunity to learn from Edgewood University faculty.
The programs taken by international students are delivered 100% online and hold the same accreditation and rigorous standards as the courses offered on the Edgewood University campus and to domestic online learners. Within the partnership, upGrad serves as the point of contact for international student admissions, advising, enrollment, and payment. Most notably, Edgewood University has taken action to make its courses accessible to all students by implementing a scholarship program for international students.
To learn more about our partnership, please visit: https://online.edgewood.edu/edgewood-college-international-online/
What will you learn?
Curriculum designed to meet your professional goals in just 14 months.
14
Months
21
Credits
2
Concentrations
100%
Online
6 Weeks
This course equips the students with the insight necessary to develop interpersonal relationships that will build teams, increase productivity, enhance the quality of work life, orchestrate change, improve employee retention, and augment communication.
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6 Weeks
This course allows the students to apply marketing knowledge in addressing strategic decision-making situations. It emphasizes the use of analytical skills in making judgments under uncertainty in a variety of marketing contexts.
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6 Weeks
This course provides the students with an understanding of how to collaborate with IT experts while making business decisions with a significant technology component.
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6 Weeks
This course is designed to provide insight into managerial accounting concepts with a focus on real-world application. It examines managerial accounting tools and resources that assist managers with business decisions spanning different disciplines.
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6 Weeks
This course introduces students to corporate finance. It covers topics like financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital structure, common stock valuation, capital budgeting, and corporate restructuring and failure.
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6 Weeks
The course is designed to help students learn how to identify, dissect, and answer strategic management problems. To remedy the crucial challenges facing organizations, students will research, analyze, and evaluate solutions.
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6 Weeks
Through this course (capstone project), students will develop an understanding of strategy and its formulation, implementation, and evaluation. The course incorporates elements of marketing, finance, operations, and quantitative analysis.
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This course explores how personal, interpersonal, and organizational factors shape decision-making, ethics, and leadership within organizations. It focuses on strategies to enhance group dynamics, motivation, and effective use of power.
Learning Outcome: Upon completing this course, students will identify leadership challenges, formulate strategic change plans, influence organizational culture, and practice successful business leadership.
This course provides students with advanced marketing strategies to build competitive brands and drive business growth. The curriculum focuses on analyzing market dynamics and crafting solutions to real-world marketing challenges.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will develop expertise in formulating innovative marketing strategies and conducting problem analysis in diverse business contexts.
This course explores how technology shapes business strategies and operations in a competitive environment. Learn to leverage modern tools like AI and ERP systems for operational efficiency.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will understand the role of technology in gaining competitive advantages and improving decision-making processes.
This course introduces managerial accounting principles, focusing on interpreting financial data to support business decisions. It emphasizes the role of accounting in various management functions.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will master financial statement analysis and use capital budgeting techniques for decision-making.
This course delves into the principles of corporate finance, including investment analysis and financial performance evaluation. Students will explore frameworks for capital budgeting and corporate restructuring.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will apply financial principles to make strategic investment and capital decisions.
This course focuses on optimizing supply chains and mastering negotiation strategies in diverse cultural and business contexts.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will develop skills to manage inventory, predict supply chain needs, and negotiate effectively with stakeholders.
This course emphasizes analyzing and solving strategic problems within an organizational context. It equips students with tools to evaluate industries and develop actionable business strategies.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be proficient in addressing strategic challenges and crafting effective, data-backed recommendations.
This foundational course prepares students for rigorous academic research and ethical considerations at an advanced level.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be able to conceptualize a research problem and identify appropriate tools for analysis.
This course provides a deep dive into quantitative research methodologies, teaching statistical tools and their applications in business.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be skilled in executing regression analyses and interpreting their outcomes for managerial decision-making.
This course explores qualitative research methods, helping students design and conduct meaningful studies in business contexts.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be adept at analyzing qualitative data and designing comprehensive research frameworks.
This course deepens knowledge of accounting principles, emphasizing financial statement analysis and professional communication.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will enhance technical competencies in financial reporting and apply accounting insights in professional settings.
This course focuses on understanding and applying cost accounting techniques to support managerial decision-making.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will understand cost behaviors and develop strategies for cost control and efficiency.
This course covers advanced legal principles relevant to business operations, including regulatory compliance and case analysis.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be able to interpret case law and apply legal concepts to resolve business challenges.
This course teaches foundational tools for quantitative and qualitative data analysis, preparing students to make informed managerial decisions.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be equipped to use data visualization and structured methodologies for effective decision-making.
This course explores operational strategies within the U.S. healthcare industry, emphasizing process improvement and resource management.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be able to optimize health system operations and manage resources effectively using foundational concepts and tools.
This course focuses on quality improvement techniques, advocating for patient safety and ethical care.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will develop leadership skills to implement effective quality management strategies in healthcare.
This course delves into leadership strategies and the integration of organizational culture to promote adaptability and effectiveness.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will have a deeper understanding of leadership styles and their impact on organizational success.
This course examines methods for improving individual and team performance within organizations.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will understand strategies for fostering collaboration and achieving organizational goals.
This course addresses theories and strategies for implementing and managing change within organizations.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will define and assess organizational change readiness, apply change management models to complex challenges, and mitigate change management limitations.
This course introduces statistical models and their applications in managerial decision-making.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will confidently use statistical tools to analyze data and make informed business decisions.
This course explores quality as a key strategic element for business success, incorporating modern innovation frameworks.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will understand how to implement quality-driven strategies and measure their success.
This course provides advanced analytical tools to solve complex business problems and enhance decision-making capabilities.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this course, you will be proficient in applying data-driven insights to gain a competitive edge.
About the Concentrations
Earn 100% American credits in an accelerated MBA program with complete flexibility.
Organizational Leadership & Change
Focuses on leadership styles, team dynamics, and strategies for managing organizational change and improving performance.
Business Analytics
Equips you with analytical tools to make data-driven decisions and improve business performance, with an emphasis on quality.
Personalize your learning
Select a concentration that aligns with your interests and career goals. At least 10 learners are required for the launch of any concentration.
ORG 630: Organizational Change
BUS 776 : Data-Driven Decision Making
2
Concentrations
9
Credits
Organizational Leadership & Change
ORG 615: Organizational Leadership
ORG 620: Individual and Team Interventions
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Business Analytics
BUS 724 : Analysis Tools for Managers
BUS 762 : Quality as a Business Strategy
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Choosing the right specialization for your MBA is crucial to aligning your education with your career aspirations. Here are key reasons to consider:
Earn valuable Credentials and Recognition
Note - Edgewood College is now Edgewood University. You might still see the old name in some places; updates are underway and will be live soon.*
MBA, Edgewood University
An MBA from Edgewood University, a prestigious liberal arts institution founded in 1927, is globally recognized for upholding high U.S. academic standards.
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NSDC certification
Receive the NSDC Certification recognised by the Indian Government, enhancing your employability and career prospects.
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The Edgewood University MBA provides a flexible, industry-focused, and academically strong program designed to fit the needs of busy working professionals. It combines convenience with practical knowledge to help students advance in their careers while gaining a high-quality education.
Feature | Edgewood University MBA (via upGrad) | Other MBA Programs |
Cohort Make-up | Truly global cohort with learners from 20+ countries, fostering international perspectives and networking | Limited global representation, mostly domestic cohorts |
Accreditation & Recognition | Accredited by HLC and ACBSP, and WES-recognized, ensuring global and U.S. recognition | Accreditation varies; most are only locally recognized within India |
Fees | Affordable, high-value U.S. MBA with global exposure | Priced similarly, are but often lack international relevance or exposure |
Duration | Accelerated 14-month MBA designed for working professionals | Typically 2 years in duration |
GMAT/GRE Requirement | No GMAT/GRE required – admissions based on a holistic profile review | Entrance exams or standardized test scores like GMAT/GRE are often required |
Access to AI Productivity Tools | 1 Month of FREE Microsoft Copilot Pro – Access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint & more with AI features | Such AI tools are not typically included |
Whom will you learn from?
4
Instructors
Dr. Victoria Palmisano
Associate Dean - Edgewood University 20 Years of Experience
Dr. Victoria M. Palmisano, PhD in Educational Leadership, MBA, and Masters in Legal Studies, specializes in small business management and In… Read More
Dr. Raj Kamal
Senior Lecturer - Edgewood University 25+ Years of Experience
Dr. Raj, with 25+ years of teaching and consulting experience, is a recognized and awarded educator. He consults with Fortune 500 and mid-si… Read More
Dr. Annette Mondry
University Faculty
Seasoned Edgewood University faculty member with expertise in business, customer experience management, and organizational development. Spec… Read More
Dr. Ken Kavajecz
Professor of Finance - Edgewood University 25 Years of Experience
Finance professor at Edgewood University since 2019, with over 25 years in higher education and former roles at UW-Madison and Wharton. Foun… Read More
How will upGrad support you?
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Edgewood University boasts over 90 years of academic excellence and is accredited by the HLC. It offers more than 60 majors and 40 minors. The MBA provides students with essential business skills to drive success in their careers and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
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How to Apply
The admissions process for Edgewood MBA program is very easy, and can be done completely online.
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree with a score of 50 % and above
Complete Application
Fill out your application on the upGrad platform, providing your educational background and work experience.
Submit your Statement of Purpose
Write a 300-word SOP explaining Why Edgewood University and Why an MBA. Email it to onlineadmissions@edgewood.edu.
Admissions Review and Acceptance
The admissions committee will review your application. If accepted, you will be notified.
Block your seat
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