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Online Master of Business Administrationwith a concentration in General Business

Total Credit Hours

30

Cost Per Credit Hour

$484

Learn to Lead with Purpose

Designed for both current business professionals and individuals seeking to transition into new career paths, this program delivers the management knowledge and strategic insight needed to lead with confidence.

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$14,520 Total Program Tuition

The LSUS MBA program offers premium education at an affordable cost.

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GMAT/GRE Waiver Available

A GMAT/GRE waiver is available for qualified applicants.

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Finish in as Few as 10 Months

Designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, the program features accelerated course work and multiple start dates per year.

Earn an Online MBA from LSUS

Designed for working professionals and career changers

Focus on organizational strategy, leadership, and management

Practical application of business tools across diverse industries

Develop a comprehensive understanding of strategic decision-making and leadership principles, preparing them to excel in a wide range of business environments

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Accreditation

The College of Business at Louisiana State University Shreveport is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than 5 percent of all business schools worldwide meet AACSB International's demanding standards.

Admissions

Whether you’re returning to school or advancing your career, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.

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Apr 20, 2026

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May 11, 2026

Admission Requirements

Students interested in the MBA – General Business online program must first follow the admission requirements below to be accepted into LSUS Graduate School.

  • Submit the graduate application and $20 application fee
  • Graduate degree from a regionally accredited university, OR
  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with minimum 3.0 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, OR
  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND at least three years of professional work experience as verified by a professional resume,* OR
  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, with minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND
    • a minimum GMAT score of 450 AND
    • a minimum score of 1000, based on the following formula: GMAT score plus (200 x overall undergraduate GPA).
  • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended and any other required official documents

Official transcripts, official test scores, and other materials that come from third-party sources should be mailed to:

LSUS
Admissions and Records Office
One University Place
Shreveport, LA 71115

Transcripts may also be submitted via secure means—e.g., eSCRIP-SAFE—to admissions@lsus.edu.

To be considered for admission to any of our graduate programs, students must first meet the LSUS Graduate School admission requirements.

Graduate School Admission:
Unconditional Admission: For unconditional admission to graduate study, students must be in satisfactory standing at the last institution attended and meet all admission requirements of a degree program and one of the following:

  • Earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited university, OR
  • Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited university, with minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in the last 60 semester hours of courses.
  • A minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) is required on any graduate work attempted with no grades of D or F.

*Professional experience is determined on a case-by-case basis using a resume and any requested supporting documents. The LSUS Admissions Committee evaluates an individual's accomplishments, roles, and responsibilities to determine the total number of years of professional experience.

Additional Information

*Professional experience is determined on a case-by-case basis using a resume and any requested supporting documents. The LSUS Admissions Committee evaluates an individual's accomplishments, roles, and responsibilities to determine the total number of years of professional experience.

International Admission:

International applicants must meet regular admission requirements for their selected program. In addition, you may be required to submit additional information. Learn more about international admission requirements.

Flexible Schedule

No set class times. No live lectures. No problem.

Our program is built for busy adults with work and family commitments. Learn on your schedule with 24/7 access to course materials.

No required login times

Complete coursework when it works for you

Stay on track with weekly goals

Perfect for full-time workers and parents

Tuition

LSUS programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees, helping you advance your career with predictable, affordable costs.

Tuition & Fees
30 credit hours
Total credit hours per program
$484
Cost per credit hour
$14,520
Total cost with fees

The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.

Financial Aid Available

LSUS offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.

Academics

An MBA program is an investment with the potential for a high return. When the program is online, costs tend to be lower, and that increases your chances of a profitable return on investment.

What Will I Learn?

The courses in our MBA in General Business program cover a range of topics, from management to marketing, to prepare students for diverse careers in the field.

In this degree program, you will:

  • Build leadership abilities across business disciplines—including finance, operations, marketing, and communications
  • Gain the fundamental business knowledge to rise to management and executive leadership positions
  • Learn principles and strategies for organizational and change management
  • Develop effective communication and employee motivation techniques
  • Understand financial analysis techniques for sound managerial decision-making
  • Study the application of quantitative methods and management science
  • Learn profitable marketing management concepts and strategies
Courses

The online MBA in General Business consists of 30 credit hours, including seven core courses (21 credit hours) and three electives (nine credit hours).

Core Courses

All students pursuing a Master of Business Administration must complete the core courses. These courses will prepare students with a solid foundation in managerial accounting and finance while also helping them develop the skills to lead and strategize in organizations.

Core Courses (21 hours) Credit Hours

MBA 700: Managerial Use of Accounting Data

3

MBA 701: Economic Analysis for Management

3

MBA 702: Financial Management

3

MBA 703: Management Information Systems

3

MBA 704: Organizational Behavior

3

MBA 705: Organizational Strategy and Policies

3

MBA 706: Marketing Strategy

3

Elective Courses

Electives enable students to further develop their degree path to fit their goals. All students pursuing a Master of Business Administration in General Business must complete three elective courses.

Elective Courses (9 hours) Credit Hours

MBA 710: Fraud Detection through Data Analytics

3

MBA 711: International Accounting

3

MBA 712: Taxation for Individuals and Businesses

3

MBA 713: Intermediate Financial Accounting

3

MBA 714: Cost Accounting

3

MBA 715: Auditing for Accounting

3

MBA 716: Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting

3

MBA 725: Contemporary Investments

3

MBA 726: Contemporary Issues in Finance

3

MBA 727: Financial Markets and Institutions

3

MBA 728: Financial Analytics

3

MBA 740: Quantitative Methods in Business

3

MBA 741: Data-Driven Decision Making

3

MBA 742: Project Management

3

MBA 743: Process Improvement

3

MBA 744: Visualization of Data for Business

3

MBA 745: Lean Transformation

3

MBA 746: Operations Management

3

MBA 755: Strategic Management of Human Capital

3

MBA 756: Labor and Employment Law

3

MBA 757: Leadership Communication

3

MBA 758: Casino and Resort Management

3

MBA 759: International Business

3

MBA 760: International Experience

3

MBA 761: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Creativity

3

MBA 762: Small Business and Family Enterprise

3

MBA 775: Hospitality and Casino Marketing

3

MBA 776: International Marketing

3

MBA 777: Advanced Marketing Analytics

3

MBA 778: Hospitality Analytics

3

MBA 790: Topics Course

3

Optional Foundation Courses

Enrollment in Foundation courses is determined by the student and should be based on the student’s undergraduate degree, job experience, and related skills set. Students may choose to take any of the four optional one-credit foundation courses as each course is offered independently. The four optional foundation courses do not count towards fulfilling MBA requirements. The foundation courses are 

  • MBA 500 Fundamentals of Accounting 
  • MBA 501 Fundamentals of Economics
  • MBA 502 Fundamentals of Finance
  • MBA 503 Fundamentals of Statistics

Concentrations

The online MBA from LSUS offers ten unique concentrations.

MBA: Accounting

The MBA in Accounting online program prepares students for career advancement and leadership opportunities in their field.

Topics covered in this degree include:

  • An introduction to the sources and uses of managerial accounting and decision making
  • The various technical applications in accounting, such as e-commerce and business data information systems
  • An analytical approach to marketing strategy
  • Financial accounting theory and practice
MBA: Data Analytics

Students who graduate with an MBA in Data Analytics will gain practical tools to uncover and address insights from large data sets.

The program includes a survey of high-concept topics, including:

  • Conceptual and technical foundation in business analytics, research methods, and marketing metrics
  • A hands-on simulation where students may be asked to use data to predict market demand, set channel price, make formulation decisions, and determine promotional spending strategy
  • Quantitative methods used for business decision-making and predictive analysis
  • The opportunity to study analytics in a variety of complex settings
MBA: Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise

An MBA in Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise equips you with the skills and expertise you’ll need to qualify for a number of active roles. Whether you’re launching a new venture or seeking innovative ways to grow your company, you’ll be prepared to do it all with this program.

In this dynamic program, you will:

  • Gain the skills to successfully launch a new venture, including assessing financial feasibility, designing an effective business model and acquiring the necessary resources and support
  • Learn to strategically build and maintain lasting customer relationships and manage business growth
  • Examine the policies and implications of modern employment law
  • Develop a deeper understanding of international business and the issues confronting small, medium, and multinational enterprises via an optional two-week study abroad opportunity
MBA: Finance

In the MBA: Finance program, you have an opportunity to cultivate your knowledge of financial management and analysis. You will also gain an advanced understanding of the dynamic global environment, which can be a major asset to you as you grow in your career.

Students in the online Finance MBA program will:

  • Study the changing financial system and the effect on interest rates and firm performance
  • Understand the latest developments in the techniques of investing and financial decision-making
  • Learn the principles and strategies for organizational and change management
  • Study the application of quantitative methods and management science
MBA: General Business

The courses in our MBA in General Business program cover a range of topics, from management to marketing, to prepare students for diverse careers in the field.

In this degree program, you will:

  • Build leadership abilities across business disciplines—including finance, operations, marketing, and communications
  • Gain the fundamental business knowledge to rise to management and executive leadership positions
  • Learn principles and strategies for organizational and change management
  • Develop effective communication and employee motivation techniques
  • Understand financial analysis techniques for sound managerial decision-making
  • Study the application of quantitative methods and management science
  • Learn profitable marketing management concepts and strategies
MBA: Hospitality and Casino Management

Whether you’re interested in a concentration or a specialization, the MBA in Hospitality and Casino Management strengthens your general business acumen whiling giving you the opportunity to learn more about the management and marketing of casinos and hotels or resorts.

The MBA -- Hospitality and Casino Management provides knowledge in these areas:

  • Key concepts and unique marketing challenges inherent in organizations with combined hospitality and gaming facilities
  • Casino and resort management including products, operations, legal concerns, financial controls and human resource management
  • Quantitative methods used for business decision-making
MBA: Human Resources

The MBA in Human Resources allows you to gain an understanding of HR management so you can contribute to an organization’s success. Graduates will be well-versed in a variety of management tools and strategies.

Our program provides the framework for you to:

  • Learn the skills to attract, retain, and motivate the right people at your company, thereby positively impacting the company's bottom line
  • Understand how effective management of human assets can benefit your organization by covering topics like talent management, employment law, and succession planning
  • Learn principles and strategies for organizational and change management
MBA: International Business

An MBA in International Business will prepare you for success in large, multinational companies or small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand. Graduates will gain the skills to excel in a variety of high-level leadership roles.

Students enrolled in this program will:

  • Examine risks, challenges, and strategies associated with international business
  • Explore international, global, and regional theories of marketing outside the home country market
  • Study the macro-environmental concepts that impact international business expansion
  • Understand how cultural influences and environmental conditions impact marketing tactics and strategies
MBA: Marketing

An MBA – Marketing Concentration or Specialization prepares you for an active role in advertising and marketing planning, execution, and analysis across a wide variety of business-to-business and business-to-consumer environments. Students will receive a comprehensive business education focused on a range of relevant topics.

The MBA in Marketing provides the framework to:

  • Learn conceptual and technical foundation in business analytics, research methods, and marketing metrics; includes hands-on application of concepts to real-world scenarios
  • Explore international, global, and regional theories of marketing outside the home country market
  • Understand how cultural influences and environmental conditions impact marketing tactics and strategies
  • Study consumer behavior in a variety of complex settings
MBA: Project Management

Students who graduate with an MBA: Project Management degree will be well-prepared for project management and analyst roles in almost any field. Our focused coursework also can enable you to earn your PMP and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certifications.

In this degree program, you will:

  • Explore systematic process improvement methods commonly used to improve the overall performance of a company
  • Learn about the domains, tasks, skills, and knowledge associated with successful project management
  • Prepare to become a certified project manager
  • Complete discussion of the Six Sigma “Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control” (DMAIC) process including the statistical and process mapping tools

Careers

Whatever your career goals, the online MBA from LSU Shreveport can guide you to them. Current business professionals and those seeking a more fulfilling career in a new profession will benefit from the valuable management insights provided in this program.

Career Opportunities
  • Marketing Manager
  • Medical and Health Services Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Financial Manager
  • Business Operations Manager
  • Financial Advisor
  • Investment Banker
  • Information Technology Manager
  • HR Manager

Testimonials

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"The jobs and workplace of tomorrow are going to be so dramatically different. One of the advantages here at LSUS is that we have woven, through the fabric of our university, the idea of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial thinking, the ability to pivot and adapt, and the ability to quickly recognize and evaluate opportunities."

Michael Meeks

Associate Professor

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my degree say I earned it online?

No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.

Is financial aid available for online students?

Yes, students in an LSU Online graduate program may be eligible for financial aid. For more information email your questions to lsuonlinefinaid@lsu.edu.

Do I have to pay the full tuition upfront?

No, you pay as you go for each course you’re registered in for the term.

Why choose this program?

An MBA program is an investment with the potential for a high return. When the program is online, costs tend to be lower, and that increases your chances of a profitable return on investment. The MBA -- General Business degree from LSUS is 100% online, and we offer standard tuition to all students, in-state and out-of-state.

Our program is also accredited by AACSB International. You can rest assured that the education you receive is high-quality, provided by a respected and established university.

What is the duration of the online MBA program at LSU Shreveport?

LSU Shreveport’s online MBA, delivered through LSU Online, can be completed in as few as 10 months.

This accelerated format is designed for working professionals seeking a fast, flexible path to career advancement. The 30-credit-hour program includes seven core business courses and three electives, allowing students to develop essential management, leadership, and strategic decision-making skills. With multiple start dates offered throughout the year, learners can begin when it best fits their schedule and complete coursework 100% online without disrupting their professional or personal commitments.

How much does the online MBA program cost at LSU Shreveport?

The total tuition for LSU Shreveport’s online MBA, delivered through LSU Online, is $14,520, which equals $484 per credit hour.

All U.S. residents pay the same flat rate, and fees are included in the total cost. The program delivers a high-quality, AACSB-accredited education at an exceptional value, helping students maximize their return on investment while gaining advanced leadership and business strategy expertise.

The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.

Are there any standardized test requirements for admission to the online MBA program?

LSU Shreveport offers a GMAT/GRE waiver for qualified applicants who meet specific academic or professional criteria.

Applicants with a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree and a minimum 3.0 GPA are typically eligible for admission without standardized test scores. Candidates with lower GPAs may still qualify by demonstrating at least three years of professional work experience or by meeting minimum GMAT requirements. The admissions process also evaluates factors such as professional achievements, academic history, and leadership potential, ensuring that motivated students from diverse backgrounds have accessible pathways to graduate study.

What kind of career opportunities can I expect after completing the online MBA from LSU Shreveport?

Graduates of LSU Shreveport’s online MBA, delivered through LSU Online, gain access to a wide range of leadership and management career opportunities across industries such as healthcare, finance, technology, and marketing.

The curriculum emphasizes organizational strategy, entrepreneurship, and data-driven decision-making, preparing professionals for roles like marketing manager, financial analyst, business consultant, or operations director.

Because the program is AACSB-accredited, a mark held by fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide, employers recognize it as a trusted credential that reflects advanced leadership capability and readiness for executive-level responsibilities.

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