UM Again Ranks Among Nation’s Best Online MBA Programs

UM School of Business Administration

The University of Mississippi’s online MBA program is again ranked in the U.S. News & World Report‘s 2016 list of 25 Best Online MBA Programs.

UM tied for No. 22 in the rankings. Other SEC schools on the list include Florida (No. 4) and Auburn (No. 10). Temple University, Indiana University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ranked 1, 2 and 3, respectively. Notable institutions ranked below UM on the list include the University of Arizona and Oklahoma State University, (tied at No. 41), Florida State University (No. 44) and Baylor University (No. 69).

“We are pleased and excited with the recognition of the quality and value of our MBA programs,” said Ken Cyree, dean of the UM School of Business Administration. “The credit goes to our dedicated faculty and staff who provide exceptional educational opportunities to our students.”

The Ole Miss MBA online program comprises 12 courses designed for working professionals. With nearly 100 students enrolled, it boasts the same curriculum as the on-campus program, but maximizes the flexibility that working professionals require in a master’s program.

By taking two courses per term (spring, summer and fall), students complete the program in two years. Enrollment in less than two courses per term is allowed but will extend the duration of the degree.

“People now recognize that an MBA is the best option for them because they can carry that degree in most any field and be successful,” said Ashley Jones, director of MBA administration at the university. “Students in the program bring with them a wide array of professional backgrounds, which fosters for a rich learning environment, particularly in an online format with discussion boards.”

Students are taught by world-renowned faculty who are top researchers in their fields. Their leadership in research ensures that classes incorporate the most current and relevant information pertinent to business success.

“Having been involved with the MBA program here at Ole Miss for more than 25 years, I can say with certainty that it is better now than it has ever been, and it keeps getting better,” said Del Hawley, senior associate dean and associate professor of finance. “The efforts of all these people allow us to recruit outstanding students and deliver an educational experience that ranks with the best MBA programs in the world. We are all committed to making sure that the value of an Ole Miss MBA degree just keeps on climbing.”

In addition to the U.S. News & World Report ranking, Authority Media Group ranked the Ole Miss online MBA program No. 18 nationally and No. 15 among Public Schools. College Choice also ranked the program No. 3 nationally.

UM’s Online MBA is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the gold standard of business school accreditation.

“Students in the online MBA program value that the program is accredited by AACSB, with the same objectives and learning outcomes as the traditional MBA program,” said Ann Canty, faculty director of the MBA program and associate professor of management. “We will continue to focus our efforts on recruitment and student support. Our goal is to increase enrollment in both our online and campus programs with strong candidates.”

For more information about U.S. News & World Report rankings, visit http://www.u.s.news.com/education/online-education/mba.rankings. For more information about UM’s online MBA program, go to http://www.bus.olemiss.edu.

Courtesy of Edwin Smith and the Ole Miss News Desk