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Strategic Business Management

Master of Business Administration

Mid-America Christian University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a Strategic Business Management emphasis equips students to lead organizations with clarity, confidence, and vision in today’s competitive marketplace. This emphasis develops advanced skills in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and decision-making to drive sustainable growth and long-term success.

Students learn how to analyze complex business environments, align organizational resources with strategic objectives, and implement data-informed solutions that enhance performance and operational effectiveness. The curriculum emphasizes executive-level thinking, competitive positioning, change management, and cross-functional leadership.

Through case studies, applied projects, and real-world business scenarios, learners strengthen their ability to evaluate risk, seize opportunity, and guide teams through dynamic market conditions. Graduates are prepared to shape organizational direction, influence key stakeholders, and lead strategic initiatives that position their organizations for lasting impact.

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EXPLORE THE Strategic Business MANAGEMENT DEGREE

Offered 100% online or through convenient weekly evening classes, this emphasis is designed for working professionals who want to stay ahead in an increasingly intelligent business landscape. Students gain practical experience using AI tools to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and lead technology-enabled initiatives—no coding required. With a curriculum built around real-world applications and responsible AI use, graduates emerge ready to guide teams, shape strategy, and champion innovation as organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence.

Program Options

  • Choose from 100% online courses or take a class one night a week on campus

Careers

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
  • Director of Strategy
  • Business Development Director
  • Strategic Planning Manager
  • Operations Director
  • Management Consultant
  • Organizational Development Director
  • Corporate Strategy Analyst
  • Program or Portfolio Manager
  • Entrepreneur / Business Owner
  • General Manager
  • Vice President of Operations
  • Change Management Consultant

Flexible, Career-Focused MBA Program

The Master of Business Administration program is designed to meet you where you are and prepare you for where you’re called to go. With a streamlined 30-hour degree plan, students complete an 18-hour core curriculum before tailoring their remaining coursework through career-focused emphasis options.

This flexible structure allows you to gain practical, industry-specific knowledge while advancing efficiently toward your MBA. Grounded in faith and purpose, the program equips you to grow professionally, lead with integrity, and make a meaningful impact in your career and beyond.

Meet our BUSINESS Administration Faculty

Dr. kELLY rIESENMY

Professor

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