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Colorado State University Global’s Master of Business Administration in product management is a 30-credit accelerated MBA program that can be completed in 20 months or less.
Industry-aligned
CSU Global’s online MBA in product management prepares graduates for in-demand industry roles. An MBA degree is among the top credentials sought by individuals striving for executive positions.
100% online
Our 8-week, 100% online classes work around your schedule. Our unwavering commitment includes attentive faculty, flexible deadlines, and live support for tutoring, library, and technical assistance.
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Gain Expertise in Product Life Cycle Management with an MBA in Product Management
Colorado State University Global’s online MBA in product management is tailored to individuals seeking to excel in product management roles. The program’s unique approach integrates product design, marketing, branding, supply chain, and finance, making you proficient in holistic product and service management across diverse markets.
Break free from organizational silos and acquire cross-functional, in-demand skills. With this master’s degree, you’ll understand and be able to design every element of the product life cycle. You’ll develop proficiency in building business models, telling a product’s story, and adapting to changing market demands.
Designed by PhD faculty working in the field of product management, this dynamic MBA program is a confidence builder. It propels you beyond the traditional marketing manager role into business innovation and design. Be an impactful professional from day one and be well-positioned for job stability and success in today's evolving business landscape.
CSU Global's MBA in product management equips students to navigate the intricacies of the contemporary business landscape, covering the entire life cycle of a product or service.
The MBA for product managers curriculum fosters a comprehensive grasp of strategic decision-making, brand management, and innovation, integrating key elements such as marketing, analytics, supply chain, finance, and operations. This distinctive approach ensures a holistic proficiency in managing products and services across diverse markets.
What skills will I gain with an MBA in product management?
Graduates of CSU Global's MBA in product management will gain proficiency in creating business models, developing product roadmaps, and integrating design thinking. In addition, with this graduate degree, you'll be able to:
Implement new product development processes and optimize resources within a continuous improvement perspective
Create and implement integrated brand and marketing strategies, communications, and promotional budgets
Apply strategic financial decision-making processes, including managing operations and supply chains
Create a brand story and employ digital storytelling using social media platforms, evaluate the effectiveness of digital storytelling using engagement metrics, and manage a brand's online reputation through digital content creation
What can you do with an MBA in product management?
Earning an MBA in product management will open up a variety of career options to you, including roles as a product manager, senior project manager, and director of product management. The typical salary for someone with this credential is $140,000 - $150,000.
Top job opportunities include:
Product Manager | 2022 Median Pay: $114,639
Sr. Product Manager | 2022 Median Pay: $148,419
Director of Product Management | 2022 Median Pay: $178,668
Salary information based on Lightcast data from O*NET Online by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. 12/2023
Courses in this Program
The program is 30 credit hours, which includes ten 3-credit core MBA and MKG courses. The core courses are listed in the suggested order of completion:
MBA510 - Creating and Implementing Marketing Strategies
Note: Some Master of Business Administration in Product Management students may be required to take RES501 or BUS500 based on admissions requirements. In this case, the degree is 33 credit hours.
As a not-for-profit public university, our goal at CSU Global is to make your online tuition cost as affordable as possible. We offer low-cost online degree tuition rates without taking anything away from the quality of the education you receive. We also lock in that low tuition rate with our tuition guarantee, and we provide additional discounted tuition rates for members of the armed forces and employees of our corporate affiliate partners.
An MBA sets students up for middle to upper management roles, as well as financial managers, accounting managers, and analysts, or starting your own business. The MBA is the next step for students serious about a business career with advanced earning potential.
The MBA at CSU Global is an applied degree designed to provide professionals at all stages of their careers with the business principles and skills necessary to make informed decisions. To support successful navigation of dynamic business environments, the curriculum develops abilities in the areas of leadership, strategy, innovation, globalization, systems thinking, decision making, and ethics. Students will learn by doing through the application of core business principles via problem-based learning (case studies, applied simulations) integrated into the curriculum. Students can also customize their learning path by choosing from one of our graduate specializations, including finance, project management, and cybersecurity.
The MBA degree is well known for preparing students for business success. Individuals with a solid business education have the knowledge, technical abilities, and workplace skills needed to excel in a variety of industries. Demand for graduates with a business-related degree is strong and should remain so in the future. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that business and financial occupations will grow by 8% from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for many occupations, and will result in about 750,800 new jobs. Employment growth is expected to be driven by the formation of new organizations and the expansion of existing ones, which should require more workers to manage these operations.
Job titles for MBA students include senior analysts (business, financial, and data), financial managers, supply chain and operations managers, area directors, and senior healthcare leadership.
CSU Global is proud to be regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Regarding industry-related or degree-specific accreditation, CSU Global's new MBA program will be eligible for Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accreditation in 2024, and we plan to apply as soon as the program is eligible. Please note: All other existing business-related programs at CSU Global are ACBSP accredited.
Yes, the three universities of the Colorado State University System are CSU Global, Colorado State University (Fort Collins), and Colorado State University Pueblo. See below for a comparison of MBA options.
Details
CSU Global. A fully accredited online campus allowing professionals and distance students to earn a CSU degree or certificate directly related to a professional field within a flexible scheduling format.
CSU Pueblo. A regional campus and federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, with degree programs in high-demand jobs like nursing and cybersecurity, and personalized attention for students from faculty.
Program Format
Online
Online
Program Strengths
Courses designed to learn by doing
Integrated curriculum around the themes of leadership, globalization, strategy, innovation, systems thinking, decision making, and ethics.
Graduate in under 2 years
Affordable tuition
Personal attention and academic support
24-hour online tutoring support
Program Credit Hours
30 hours
36 hours
Number of Courses
Ten 3-credit courses
Twelve 3-credit courses
Course Length
8 weeks
8 weeks
Academic Terms
Courses start monthly - 12 terms
Two 8-week terms in Fall, Spring and Summer, enroll every 8 weeks to start
Salary and compensation will depend upon many factors – industry, type and size of the organization, and position responsibilities. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics provides data for typical salaries by areas and specialties.
CSU Global allows a student to customize their learning path by choosing from one of several focus areas, including finance, project management, and cybersecurity.
CSU Global's MBA can be completed in as little as one year with continuous enrollment. However, the program can be completed in a longer timeframe if more flexibility is needed. For most, 1.5-2 years is a typical completion timeframe.
There are many factors to consider when addressing the difficulty in obtaining an online higher-level degree. The time you invest and the level of dedication you give to your studies will equate to a better learning experience and educational outcomes. CSU Global's online MBA is rigorous and demanding enough to thoroughly prepare you for a successful career in business administration, but being 100% online, it offers the ability to establish your own pace and flexibility. Our faculty are here to support you along the way.
Earning your MBA online has many advantages. The online format allows learners to complete coursework that can be scheduled around work and personal responsibilities. Courses are designed and taught by professionals working in the field, providing both appropriate rigor balanced with current and trending practices. Our learning management system is easy to use and designed to help you collaborate easily with fellow classmates.
Demand for graduates with a business-related degree is strong and should remain so in the future. Employment growth is expected to be driven by the formation of new organizations and expansion of existing ones, which should require more workers to manage these operations. Additionally, salary and compensation for those holding an MBA degree is often on the higher end of a salary range, including senior and executive-level business positions.
The MBA at CSU Global is designed to provide professionals at all stages of their careers with the business principles and skills necessary to make informed decisions, as well as developing abilities in the areas of leadership, strategy, innovation, globalization, systems thinking, decision making, and ethics. Students learn by doing through the application of core business principles via problem-based learning (case studies, applied simulations) integrated into the curriculum thus preparing graduates to begin applying what was learned immediately in a new or existing position.
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