MBA Standards Board. We serve professionals seeking the life changing post graduate business education, that is affordable and accessible online.
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About MBA Standards Board

Welcome to the MBA Standards Board

Your trusted source for elevating the standards and quality of MBA education and credentials. At the MBA Standards Board, we are committed to reshaping the future of business education, with both practical core curriculum and high-in-demand MBA skillsets and specializations that distinguish our MBA program over all others.

We provide individuals with opportunities to excel in their careers, with affordable online college courses and also a reduced time commitment as we provide credits for work experience, and already completed certifications and courses.

We benefit companies with leaders who have made a commitment to quality post graduate education, an area of specialization as well as ethics and continuing education.

Our Mission

Our mission is clear: to set and uphold the highest standards for MBA programs, ensuring that they are relevant, rigorous, and reflective of the dynamic changing business landscape.

We believe that an MBA education should be affordable and accessible but also a transformative journey that equips individuals with the business skills and knowledge to excel in diverse professional settings.

What We Do

MBA Credential Validation:

We validate and award the prestigious Certified MBA Professional™, MBA+™ and MBAe™ credentials to individuals who have qualified and demonstrated their commitment to ongoing education, professional growth, and ethical leadership.

MBA Certification:

We provide MBAs with our Certified MBA Professional™ credential that informs employers and others that they have completed their MBA core and specialization curriculum and made an ongoing commitment to continuing education, and ethical practices.

Program Accreditation:

We work with accredited universities and respected institutions to evaluate and approve their MBA programs and courses, ensuring they meet our rigorous standards for quality and relevance.

Community Building:

We foster a vibrant MBA Professionals Association™, connecting professionals, and companies with each other and experts to share insights and drive innovation in the business world.

 

Welcome to the MBA Standards Board, your trusted partner in elevating the quality and relevance of MBA education. As a longtime advocate for transforming business leadership, I’ve seen firsthand how the right MBA program can be a game-changer for both individuals and organizations.

That’s why I’m so passionate about our mission here at the MBA Standards Board. In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving business landscape, it’s not enough to have just any MBA.

Employers and entrepreneurs alike need specialized skillsets, practical experience, and a commitment to ongoing growth to really stand out and make an impact.

Unfortunately, many traditional MBA programs haven’t kept pace with these changing demands. Cue the MBA Standards Board! Our expert team is on a mission to reshape MBA education for the 21st century.

We partner with top universities and institutions to design rigorous, relevant programs that combine core business fundamentals with cutting-edge specializations in high-demand areas.

Whether you’re looking to master artificial intelligence, sharpen your digital marketing chops, or cultivate inclusive leadership, our approved MBA courses have you covered.

But we don’t just stop at stellar curriculum. The MBA Standards Board is all about expanding access and opportunity. We believe that every deserving professional should be able to pursue a life-changing MBA education, regardless of their budget or schedule.

That’s why we’ve made affordability and flexibility key pillars of our approved programs. Through carefully vetted partnerships, we’re able to offer high-quality MBA courses online at a fraction of the usual cost.

Our enrollees can earn credits for relevant work experience and prior certifications, accelerating their path to degree completion. And with asynchronous classwork and varied pacing options, even the busiest rising leaders can find a program structure that fits their lifestyle.

Goodbye, insurmountable debt and rigid class times – hello, MBA designed for the modern learner!

Of course, an MBA is more than 3 important letters after your name or a stamp on your resume. It’s a gateway to a vibrant professional network and lifelong learning community.

That’s where our MBA Professional Association™ comes in. When you enroll in an MBA Standards Board approved program, you instantly tap into a powerful alumni group of industry leaders, expert faculty, and diverse peers. The relationships you’ll build and insights you’ll gain are truly invaluable – not to mention the exclusive career opportunities our well-connected members can access!

Perhaps the most exciting part?

Enrolling in the MBA Standards Board MBA program means once you have completed the required number of credits that you’ll gain one of our prestigious MBA credentials – the Certified MBA Professional™, MBA+™ or MBAe™ designations.

These elite certifications tell employers that you’ve mastered the most important general business competencies, and have a specialized skill to meet their immediate needs, and are committed to the highest standards of ethics and continuing education.

In other words, you’ll have an instantly recognizable competitive edge in any industry or job market.

Look, I know that choosing to pursue an MBA is a big decision.

There are so many programs out there, and it can feel overwhelming to navigate on your own.

As someone who has worked with hundreds of professionals over my career, though, I can assure you – partnering with the MBA Standards Board is a investment you can’t beat and won’t regret. Our approved accredited college and Corporate other programs aren’t just designed to check a box or pad a resume.

They’re meticulously crafted to help you build the knowledge, network and know-how to take your career to the next level – and make a real difference in the world while you’re at it. Whether you are wanting to update your old MBA with a high demand, high paying specialization or just starting out. Whether you’re aiming for the C-suite, looking to switch industries, or aspiring to launch your own venture, an MBA Standards Board education will give you the tools and confidence to lead fearlessly.

So what are you waiting for? Your next chapter is waiting to be written. Visit our website to explore more details about our MBA program, curriculum and over 25 specializations to  discover how the MBA Standards Board can help you unlock your full potential.

Our expert advisors are standing by to answer your questions and advise you on the credits you may have already earned from work or prior courses and what course may be best for you to take with your personal preferences and goals. 

 

What We Do

 

MBA Credential Validation:

We validate and award the prestigious  Certified MBA Professional™, MBA+™ and MBAe™ credentials to individuals who have qualified and demonstrated their commitment to ongoing education, professional growth, and ethical leadership.

MBA Certification:

We provide MBAs with our Certified MBA Professional™ credential that informs employers and others that they have completed their MBA core and specialization curriculum and made an ongoing commitment to continuing education, and ethical practices.

Program Accreditation:

We work with accredited universities and respected institutions to evaluate and approve their MBA programs and courses, ensuring they meet our rigorous standards for quality and relevance.

Community Building:

We foster a vibrant MBA Professionals Association™, connecting professionals, and companies with each other and experts to share insights and drive innovation in the business world. 

A Little About Our Global Team:

North America

Brian

Cheryl

Europe 

John 

Asia

Seria 

 

 

 

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions About MBA Standards Board Credentials

The MBA Standards Board provides the following: 

  • The “Certified MBA Professional™ designation that accompanies our MBA+™ & MBAe™ Certifications – These validate proficiency in MBA core business courses and are equivalent to a graduate MBA degree.

MBA with specialization certifications. Our MBA general business management competency with an added focus on specific business skillsets often include three specific courses and then certification documents and badges in areas such as these: 

      

  Accounting  

  Artificial Intelligence  

  Business Analytics  

  Business Consultancy  

  Cybersecurity  

  E-Commerce  

  Entrepreneurship  

  Finance  

  Fintech  

  Healthcare Management  

  Human Resources  

  Industrial Production Management  

  Information Technology  

  International Business  

  Management Information Systems  

  Management Information Systems  

  Market Research Analyst  

  Marketing  

  Operations Management  

  Project Management  

  Real Estate  

  Supply Chain Management  

  Sustainability 

 

  • Curriculum coursework access is free or nearly free. (A small exception is that the college may require a small document fee for course credit, often under $100 per course.) 
  • Our application fee for review of current credit earned and guidance to certification fee is currently $295 and covers the period between application to qualification for our certification and credentials. 
  • After the applicant receives their review of credits earned and recommendations for completion, their next required step is to join our Association of MBA Professionals to become part of our community and build important relationships with their colleagues, employers, and experts. We have found that building a network of relationships while completing this effort and after certification leads to applicants’ increased earnings and satisfaction in their chosen careers. Annual membership costs remain at just $195 per year.
  • Once it is determined that the applicant has completed their certification requirements, they will pay an annual certification and credential use fee of $295. This fee covers our costs in maintaining the credentials and providing reviews of continuing education credits and ethics requirements to keep the certificant’s credentials current.  

No, not in our program. We have designed our program on MBA knowledge essentials and eliminating unnecessary or redundant steps and requirements found in many residential MBA college programs today.

First of all, becoming a Certified MBA Professional™ will include credit for your certifications, courses, and work experience to date. Many applicants find that they are nearly halfway done when they begin.

Completing any additional accredited online courses may require some dedication, but it is an achievable goal for motivated individuals.

Secondly, our program is very different from the inflexible, fast-paced, high-pressure, theory-intensive, heavy on assignments and exam-emphasis residential MBA college programs.

While we have the same curriculum, we approach it in a self-paced, with practical information and application use with some required projects and quizzes to assess course progress and completion.

Be prepared to put in consistent effort. Managing your time will be key.

That said, our curriculum is designed to set you up for success. Instructors provide robust support, and our MBA Professionals Association community provides additional support to help keep you on track and motivated.

Our ongoing certification requirements for continued education (completion of one course annually) are easy and doable. It sets our certificants apart as residential college programs simply end in a degree.

Our certification and credentials inform employers that our certificants are dedicated to continually developing their value and relevance in meeting their company needs. Their continued participation in our MBA Professionals Association assures employers that they have a community of mentors, colleagues, and experts who serve each other as valuable resources.

We have seen those applicants earning our prestigious letters after their name is an immense motivation towards completion and is also a point of pride and a boost for their careers.

The MBA Standards Board provides the following: 

Certified MBA Professional™ designation that accompanies our MBA+™ & MBAe™ Certifications – These validate proficiency in MBA core business courses and are equivalent to a graduate MBA degree.

In addition to our MBA credentials, we provide the most important emphasis of an area of specialization. These are often the highest in demand skills and expertise needed by employers today. Many MBAs with college degrees seek out our credentials to update their skills and a area of specialization to improve their income and opportunities in the competitive job market.  

Our specialization certificates as well as their corresponding electronic LinkedIn badges are issued to illustrate to employers the completion of the area of specialization.

While MBA degrees provide general business management competency, we have found by adding a specialty an effective way to differentiate an applicant by adding an expert status in specific business skillset. This provides our MBAs with exceptional value in the employment marketplace. We are continuing updating and adding specializations to increase our certificants opportunities in areas such as these: 

Accounting  

Artificial Intelligence  

Business Analytics  

Business Consultancy  

Cybersecurity  

E-Commerce  

Entrepreneurship  

Finance  

Fintech  

Healthcare Management  

Human Resources  

Industrial Production

Information Technology  

International Business  

Management Information Systems  

Management Information Systems  

Market Research Analyst  

Marketing

Operations Management  

Project Management  

Real Estate  

Supply Chain Management

*Additional specializations are available upon request.

Coursework access is free or nearly free. (A small exception is that the college may require a small document fee for course credit, often under $100 per course.) 

Our application fee for review of current credit earned and guidance to certification fee is currently $195 and covers the period between application to qualification for our certification and credentials.

After the applicant receives their review of credits earned and recommendations for completion, their next required step is to join our Association of MBA Professionals to become part of our community and build important relationships with their colleagues, employers, and experts. We have found that building a network of relationships while completing this effort and after certification leads to applicants’ increased earnings and satisfaction in their chosen careers. Annual membership costs remain at just $95 per year.

Once it is determined that the applicant has completed their certification requirements, they will pay an annual certification and credential use fee of $595. This fee covers our costs in maintaining the credentials and providing reviews of continuing education credits and ethics requirements to keep the certificant’s credentials current.

 

How do I earn an MBA Standards Board certification and credential use?

 

Coursework access is free or nearly free. (A small exception is that the college may require a small document fee for course credit, often under $100 per course.

Our application fee for review of current credit earned and guidance to certification fee is currently $295 and covers the period between application to final qualification for our certification and credentials. 

After the applicant receives their review of credits earned and recommendations for completion, their next required step is to join our MBA Professionals Association to become part of our MBA community and build important relationships with their colleagues, employers, and experts. Membership dues are $195 annually.

We have found that building a network of relationships while completing this effort and after certification leads to applicants’ increased earnings and satisfaction in their chosen careers.

Once it is determined that the applicant has completed their certification requirements, they will pay an annual certification and credential use fee of $295 and be awarded the credentials, certification document and MBA credential with area of specialty LinkedIn badge. This fee covers our costs in maintaining the credentials and providing reviews of continuing education credits and ethics requirements (one CE course required a year, a short ethics statement with our approval) to keep the certificant’s credentials current. 

Our credentials are globally recognized. Earning our Certified MBA Professional™ and MBA Standards Board MBA+™ or MBAe™ credential can provide several valuable career benefits.

Improved hiring prospects – Hiring managers view our certifications as a mark of quality when evaluating candidates. Our credentials stand out on business cards and resumes.

Increased salaries – On average, professionals with our credentials earn 15% to 30% higher salaries. The boost in earning potential over time can have a major financial impact on career satisfaction and meeting the financial goals of our certificants.

Promotion opportunities – The skills and knowledge validated by our certifications position credential holders for management-track promotions. Demonstrating business acumen is key for advancement.

Career transitions – For those looking to pivot their careers into business roles, our credentials help provide the needed prerequisites. The certifications may open many doors to new opportunities.

Undertaking our rigorous curriculum ensures you have mastered current best practices and can perform business functions using classic MBA models and frameworks confidently. Lifelong learning with our continuing education credits demonstrates our certificants continued relevance in the competitive job markets.

Our active alumni in our Association of MBA Professionals community provide connections for mentorship, resources, and exposure to new roles.

Employer recognition – Our course providers are globally accredited and respected. Our certifications on a resume grab the hiring manager’s attention. Leading organizations look for our credentialed talent.

At the MBA Standards Board, we recognize that broad degrees are often no longer enough to thrive in today’s specialized business landscape. To truly stand out, professionals need targeted knowledge and technical capabilities beyond a generalized MBA curriculum.

That’s why we offer over 20 specialized MBA credentials spanning critical domains like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare administration, and more.

Employers desperately need talent equipped with these precise skillsets that universities aren’t teaching. Our laser-focused certifications deliver the expertise employers now demand.

We provide an antidote to the limitations of traditional degrees. While those diplomas look prestigious hanging on your wall, they fall short in developing the niche competencies and hands-on abilities that modern jobs require.

Worse still, they often leave graduates drowning in crippling debt yet no better off in employability and career prospects.

Education has failed to keep pace with the evolving workplace.

But at the MBA Standards Board, we offer a solution.

Our MBA certifications provide affordable, targeted specializations that drive career success today.

No more wasting time and money on generalized degrees that lack career utility. We deliver the specialized knowledge to thrive in the roles employers urgently need to fill.

The future lies in targeted education that foregoes fluff for pragmatism. Our laser-focused credentials provide the essential ingredients to outshine peers, open new doors and reach your full potential.

Some of our MBA specializations:

Accounting  

Artificial Intelligence  

Business Analytics  

Business Consultancy  

Cybersecurity  

E-Commerce  

Entrepreneurship  

Finance  

Fintech  

Healthcare Management  

Human Resources  

Industrial Production

Information Technology  

International Business  

Management Information Systems  

Management Information Systems  

Market Research Analyst  

Marketing

Operations Management  

Project Management 

Real Estate  

Supply Chain Management

*Additional specializations are available upon request.

The MBA Standards Board provides certification and trademark credentials by permission to select professionals that meet our rigorous education, training, ethical standards, and remain committed to ongoing continued education and ethical business practices. 

Thank you for your interest in our MBA credential program. Here are the key admission requirements:

  1. Bachelor’s degree – You must have a 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
  2. Two+ years of work experience – We require a minimum of 2 years of full-time professional work experience. This ensures you can apply classroom concepts in the real world.
  3. GMAT/GRE scores – Although we do not require GMAT or GRE exams or have a minimum test score requirement, submitting valid GMAT or GRE scores strengthens your application. (We provide a GMAT/GRE exam waver with two years’ or more work experience.)
  4. Complete our online profile/application – You will need to complete our online application form and upload transcripts, test scores (if applicable), resume, and essay.
  5. Application fee – A nonrefundable $195 application fee is required upon submission.
  6. Personal Statement Essay: Here is the place you’ll express what your goals are in completing this MBA Certification, your career aspirations as well as naming an area of specialization you plan to complete. (It can be changed later.) Sample essays are provided in the application web pages.

 

We take a comprehensive, holistic approach when evaluating applicants. There are no strict GPA or test score cutoffs. One aspect of college residential MBA applications is that many applicants dread standardized test scores, such as the GMAT or GRE. Over the last few years, some universities have questioned the necessity of submitting these test scores. While many universities still require these scores as proof of your quantitative abilities, others no longer request them or offer GMAT/GRE waivers as we have done if you have prior professional work experience.

We review your full profile to determine already earned certifications, courses and work experience that can be applied for college course credit to determine and map out for you the courses remaining to complete our MBA certification and credential requirements.

As you become familiar with the accredited college course providers and various options for your area of specialty, we will continue to work with you to adjust your curriculum plan to accept curriculum changes until you complete them and apply for full MBA Standards Board certification and credentials.</p><p> </p><p>Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any other questions! We’re happy to guide you in the process. You are welcome to send any questions [email protected]

Content is designed by faculty from our consortium of accredited business schools. Learning is delivered through flexible online platforms.

The following is a small list of colleges and institutions that offer free or near-free courses that we often recommend our applicants to complete their MBA curriculum requirements:

Stanford University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University of Michigan

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Miami

Johns Hopkins University

Dartmouth College

University of California, Irvine

Harvard University

University of Pennsylvania

University of California, Los Angeles

Coventry University

Santa Fe Institute

Saint Petersburg State University

Arizona State University

Rice University

Georgia Institute of Technology

The University of Chicago

Duke University

Yale University

University of Leeds

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Davis

Columbia University

Purdue University

University of Virginia

What if I have already completed an MBA degree, can I still apply for MBA Standards Board certification, join the MBA Professionals Association™ and use the MBA Standards Board credentials?

 

Yes, even if you have already completed an MBA degree, you can still apply for MBA Standards Board certification and membership in our MBA Professionals Association™.

While Our certification process and standards exceed those of many traditional MBA programs a commitment to a business specialty, and continuing education and business ethics is standard practice today in many professions.

We evaluate applicants based on a comprehensive criterion focused on real-world business competencies, specialized knowledge, ethical standing, and a commitment to ongoing career development.

Professionals who hold MBAs from accredited institutions are still required to document their educational history to earn our prestigious credentials.

It is also suggested that you build upon your previous MBA foundation with a few additional courses to complete one of our many business specializations.

We provide generous transfer credit and course waivers for prior relevant graduate coursework and credentials. Your existing MBA degree may allow you to complete our certification process within 30 days.

Once certified, you will be authorized to use our coveted post-nominal credentials and access continued education credits, and exclusive membership mbenefits through our Association of MBA Professionals™

Yes, we strongly believe in providing credit for your existing accredited coursework, certifications, and work experience. Our goal is to help you consolidate and maximize the value of all your hard work into an efficient path to new opportunities.

Through our generous transfer credit and equivalency policies, we make it easy to get credit for relevant college, certification, military, and work on-the-job training from other reputable institutions.

Complete our simple application process and we will conduct an individual evaluation to determine exactly what can be transferred into our programs. In many cases, we can waive substantial requirements based on your previous credentials and experience.

Don’t waste time and money repeating material you’ve already mastered.

We streamline degree paths by recognizing overlapping objectives from prior learning. This personalized approach ensures you only take new coursework that progresses your knowledge.

Earning one of our MBA credentials allows you to summarize all your education onto your business card or resume with credential letters listed after your name.

These powerful letters behind your name signal to employers your multifaceted business expertise. Our programs efficiently consolidate coursework from many entities into an impressive brand that communicates your skills and leadership.

Don’t let other college transfer policies deter you from seeking credit for previous academics and credentials. We break down these barriers through flexible evaluation focused on your unique background.

Apply today and let us craft a custom path to new opportunities that respects your past achievements. We’re committed to maximizing credit to save you time and money while advancing your career goals.

Our prestigious Certified MBA Professional™ with MBA+™ and MBAe™ credentials have become the new gold standard and preferred status for Masters of Business Administration.

Unlike conventional MBA programs, the MBA Standards Board thoroughly vets and exclusively grants annual permission to use our coveted MBA+™ trademark to only those professionals who meet our rigorous education, experiential training, and ethical standards.

Our multifaceted criteria ensure all of our credentialed MBAs have not only completed standardized MBA curriculums but have also demonstrated specialized skills in high-demand areas prized by today’s leading employers.

We are the only accreditation body that requires ongoing ethical behavior and continued education for trademark use renewal. This provides employers assurance of both competence and character when hiring our elite talent.

The three letters behind your name signify far more than just academic achievement. Our unparalleled MBA+™ and MBAe™ trademarks assure recruiters you possess the comprehensive business acumen, technical capabilities, real-world experience, ethical foundation, and passion for lifelong learning required to excel in modern business environments.

Don’t settle for just any MBA. Pursue premier status as a Certified MBA Professional™ with our exclusive and reputable MBA credentials. We are redefining excellence for MBAs worldwide.

A fulfilling, sustainable career requires more than a high salary, but the financial ROI of our MBA program is exceptional. The highest-paying jobs held by some MBA graduates tend to be in the private sector, and your location also plays a role in earning potential — wages are often higher in large cities.

Below are some traditional business administration jobs that tend to draw higher-than-average salaries, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022 data:

Financial manager: Median annual wage $139,790¹

Chief executive: Median annual wage $189,520²

Marketing manager: Median annual wage $140,040³

Human resources manager: Median annual wage $130,000

Keep in mind that certain careers will require additional training or experience, and earning your MBA does not guarantee you a job. However, the best online MBA programs can provide you with the skills, experience, connections, and perspective to take the next step in your career.

¹ https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/financial-managers.htm

² https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes111011.htm

³  https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/advertising-promotions-and-marketing-managers.htm

⁴  https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/human-resources-managers.htm

Our Certified MBA Professional™, with the MBA+™ & MBAe™ is now the preferred status for MBAs.

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