MBA, 1-Year Pathway

Earn an MBA in half the time at half the cost

Master of Business Administration (30 credits)

Accelerate your career with Davenport University’s new 1-Year MBA pathway. Beginning Fall 2026, this innovative option allows qualified students to earn an accredited MBA in just one year while benefiting from the same career-focused curriculum, expert faculty and flexible learning formats that define the Davenport MBA experience. 

Designed for ambitious professionals who want to maximize their return on investment, the 1-Year MBA is offered at a flat-rate tuition of $15,000 and delivers the business knowledge and leadership skills needed to advance professionally.

At $15,000, Davenport’s 1-Year MBA costs less than half the average graduate degree in Michigan.

Students can save nearly $19,000, representing a 56% savings compared to the average graduate degree cost in Michigan. And because the program can be completed in just one year, graduates have the opportunity to pursue promotions, leadership roles and increased earning potential sooner, allowing you to begin realizing the return on your investment faster.  

With a flat-rate tuition that includes required textbooks and standard program fees, students benefit from a predictable investment with no surprise costs. The result is an MBA designed to maximize value: less money spent on graduate education, less time spent earning the degree and more time advancing your career. 

Earn your MBA in one year. Invest just $15,000. Advance your future sooner. Apply for Fall 2026 

Flexible learning designed for working professionals

The 1-Year MBA offers the flexibility Davenport students expect. Courses are available online and in-seat at the Grand Rapids Lettinga campus, with 15-week courses offered through livestream delivery.

Whether you prefer learning remotely, attending classes in person or combining both approaches, you’ll have access to a format that supports your schedule and learning preferences.

An Alumni Story: Mia Johnson, MBA '21  

Explore courses for Davenport’s master’s degree in business

Davenport’s MBA curriculum emphasizes practical business knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Through coursework grounded in real-world business challenges, you’ll develop leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making skills that prepare you for career advancement across a wide range of industries. You’ll be immersed in real-world business experiences through a capstone project in your final semester, and you’ll learn from experienced faculty who bring professional expertise into the classroom and help connect business theory to today’s workplace realities.