Top online MBA programmes in New York

17 Jul 2019

When it comes to taking up an MBA, the location of the university can make all the difference.

Several course programmes are incorporating experiential learning opportunities, offering students the chance to do internships, network and pursue real-world projects with top firms and companies.

If you study for your MBA in a thriving city with a diverse business environment, there are higher chances of you landing an internship or gaining work experience, especially in an area you are particularly interested in.

Through these work experiences, you can make great contacts for an entrepreneurial project in the future, or when you are looking for a job after graduation.

When it comes to dynamic locations for business students, New York City needs no introduction. As an economic hub full of budding entrepreneurs and start-ups, the Big Apple sure is an exciting city to be studying for an MBA.

New York city is home to several large companies such as IBM, PepsiCo, Verizon, Citi, Dior, ABM Industries, and more.

But the city is not the only place in New York state to embark on a solid business career, as several other cities such as Syracuse, Utica and Albany are also strong financial hubs.

According to Yahoo Finance, “There is no question that the financial capital of the US hails from New York State. Professionals and students alike, flock to the area to experience the lively culture and business opportunities. With countless business offices in the state, the leading business professionals are continually pushing boundaries and are at the forefront of enterprise.”

While location matters to a certain degree, the growth of online programmes means you can still reap the benefits by studying online.

“The hybrid and online MBA programs now open the door of a New York business education to students around the country and world. Whether students are looking for an MBA in a small or large school, public or private university, as a full-time or part-time program, or in a hybrid or 100% online format, there are multiple great choices in the top business schools in New York.”

To help you make your decision, MBA Central recently released a new ranking of the 20 Best New York Online MBA Degree Programs located in the state of New York. Here are the top three:

No 1 – Marist College School of Management – Poughkeepsie, New York

Out of the hundreds of distance-based programs available within the US, Marist College’s Online MBA Degree ranked top in New York. Rank based on quality, affordability, and online support services. @YahooFinance #onlineMBA https://t.co/WRLSQkfbOR pic.twitter.com/964WB21as4

— Marist College (@Marist) July 15, 2019

According to MBA Central, “Marist College in Poughkeepsie stands out as the top New York Online MBA. One hundred percent online, this program is entirely asynchronous, providing its students with the utmost when it comes to flexibility. However, for those with easy access to the New York City area, there are optional weekend residencies.”

The cost of tuition is US$30,000, which is considered above average for an MBA programme. But it could be well worth the price tag, as US News & World Report has ranked the programme No.35 in the country “for providing exceptional support for its online students, making it an excellent option for those wishing to pursue an online MBA.”

Poughkeepsie is located to the north of New York City, approximately 134 km away in driving distance.

No 2 – SUNY Oswego School of Business – Oswego, New York

. @sunyoswego‘s very own MBA student Micaela Dobereiner interviewed for @MediaplanetUSA “Women in Business” supplement on how education is shaping #WomenInBusiness. Read article at https://t.co/vUs0ck7O1h pic.twitter.com/Bw4rukxtCc

— sunyoswego (@sunyoswego) March 9, 2018

There are three options for the online MBA offered by SUNY Oswego – Business Administration, Public Accounting, and Health Services Administration.

The Business Administration and Health Services Administration are the most flexible as they can be taken 100 percent online.

At around US$22,000, SUNY Oswego’s online MBA falls under “average affordability”, but as it’s a state school compared to the rest on this list, international students may have to pay out-of-state tuition, which costs more.

Oswego is located on Lake Ontario and is approximately 460 km away from New York City, popularly known as the “The Port City of Central New York”.

No 2 – Utica College School of Business and Justice Studies – Utica, New York

For Kim, Lauren, and Hunter Osborne, earning MBAs from Utica College was a family affair. All three Osbornes completed UC’s online master’s programs while working full-time. Read more: https://t.co/CLQdDmM0Oc pic.twitter.com/VjTC0KoWY0

— Utica College (@uticacollege) June 25, 2019

This College offers both a blended or 100 percent online MBA, providing options to those who require the flexibility of an online course but also want to benefit from in-person classes.

According to MBA Central, “Their flex or blended MBA provides students with both in-person, online, or a combination of the two modalities.

“With tuition coming in under $20,000, it’s an affordable online MBA program. It has been ranked at #164 in the country for US News & World Report’s support services ranking and #138 nationally for their best online MBA ranking.”

What makes this programme unique is that GRE or GMAT scores are not required to apply, but students do need a Bachelor’s Degree with at least a 2.7 GPA, along with at least two years of professional working experience.

Utica is located 386 km away from New York City, and is the tenth-most populous city in New York.

For the full list of The 20 Best New York Online MBA Degree Programs, please click here.