Business Administration – Online MBA

Leading Innovation through Artificial Intelligence

Designed for working professionals, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) concentration in Immaculata’s MBA is fully online and asynchronous, offering maximum flexibility. Courses can be taken in any order, allowing students to tailor their learning experience while gaining essential, future-focused AI knowledge. This concentration directly addresses the surging demand for AI skills across industries as AI-related job postings are growing 3.5 times faster than the average and offer a 25% wage premium.

The AI concentration does not require a technical background, focusing instead on low-code tools and strategic insights that make AI literacy attainable for all MBA students. This approach ensures that graduates can effectively lead and manage AI projects without needing to be hands-on developers.

The Immaculata AI MBA concentration emphasizes leadership, strategic alignment, and ethical governance, preparing students to bridge the gap between technical teams and business decision-makers. Students gain the skills to oversee AI initiatives, align them with organizational goals, and drive meaningful innovation. A strong focus on ethical AI leadership is woven throughout the curriculum, with coursework covering regulatory compliance, responsible governance and risk management.

This concentration prepares professionals to:

• Leverage AI to enhance business strategy.
• Identify and implement AI solutions for growth.
• Navigate the legal and ethical complexities of AI.
• Oversee AI adoption and execution in an organization.

Key courses for the AI concentration include:

Generative AI for Managers
Generative AI is rapidly transforming business productivity, and managers must adapt to stay competitive. This course equips students with practical skills in prompt engineering, AI workflow integration and solution development across industries. It also addresses ethical considerations and emerging trends, preparing students to lead with innovation and informed decision-making.

Business Use Cases for AI
Applying AI effectively requires aligning the right tools with the right problems. This course teaches students to assess AI technologies, identify suitable business challenges and develop strategies for successful implementation. Through practical examples, students will learn to design AI solutions that deliver measurable impact.

Managing AI Projects
AI projects empower businesses to uncover insights from past data, forecast future trends, and optimize operations for smarter, more strategic decision-making. This course covers the full AI project lifecycle—from planning and data preparation to deployment and outcome reporting. Students gain the skills needed to lead AI initiatives that align with business goals and deliver actionable insights.

Opportunities and Outcomes

Career Outlook

According to PwC’s 2024 AI Jobs Barometer, professionals with AI expertise earn an average salary of $140,000 in managerial roles, equipping graduates with the high-value competencies needed to thrive in these emerging, in-demand positions. Graduates of Immaculata’s AI MBA program are well-positioned for careers such as:

• AI/ML Consultant – $164,000 (with experience)
• AI/ML Product Manager – $238,000 (with experience)
• AI Strategy Manager – $246,000 (with experience)
• Chief AI Officer – $343,000 (with experience)

Harness the Data. Shape the Strategy. Amplify the Impact.

The business analytics concentration within Immaculata’s MBA program prepares students for one of today’s highest-demand career paths, where data-driven leadership roles can command significant salary premiums—that can start at $115,000 for entry-level management analysts. As 60% of Fortune 1000 companies report challenges in building strong analytics cultures, there is a growing need for professionals who can effectively bridge the gap between data and business strategy.

Maximizing the strengths of online learning, the concentration is delivered in a fully asynchronous format that fits seamlessly into students’ schedules. Courses can be taken in any order, allowing for immediate application of new skills to real-world business challenges. Students also have the opportunity to collaborate with peers from other institutions, expanding their networks while balancing professional and personal commitments.

Designed for accessibility, the business analytics concentration requires no advanced technical background, making it ideal for students from diverse professional experiences. Whether you're a business leader seeking to harness data or a technical professional transitioning into strategy, the hands-on, project-based curriculum builds both analytical and leadership capabilities. Students are prepared to lead in a data-driven world by bridging business and technical teams and fostering data-informed cultures in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Immaculata’s business analytics MBA concentration prepares professionals to:

• Predict trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
• Enhance business operations for maximum efficiency.
• Utilize data to drive personalized customer engagement.
• Simplify complex data for clear communication with key stakeholders.

Key courses for the business analytics concentration include:

Storytelling with Data

Students will learn to craft clear, engaging data visualizations that convey complex insights to diverse audiences, transforming data into compelling stories that drive understanding and influence decision-making.

Spreadsheet Modeling for Decision-Making

Students will master advanced spreadsheet techniques to analyze complex datasets, build financial forecasts and support data-driven business decisions.

Python for Business Analytics

This course focuses on developing the skills needed to analyze and optimize business workflows, allowing students to move beyond basic spreadsheets and apply more advanced analytical techniques to business challenges.

Career Outlook

Graduates of Immaculata’s business analytics MBA program are well-positioned for careers such as:

• Business Intelligence Consultant - $137,000 (With Experience)
• Data Analytics Manager - $206,000 (With Experience)
• Digital Transformation Specialist - $180,000 (With Experience)
• Chief Data Officer - $373,000 (With Experience)

From Vision to Vigilance—Cybersecurity Leadership Starts Here.

With cybersecurity roles growing 32% faster than most other fields, there is a critical need for professionals who can connect the dots between security and business strategy. This program places graduates at that intersection, preparing them to lead in high-growth roles that demand both technical understanding and business acumen. Students graduate ready to navigate evolving digital threats and support long-term organizational success.

Immaculata’s online cybersecurity MBA concentration offers flexibility, convenience and connectivity through a fully asynchronous structure, allowing students to take courses in any order. This format enables students to apply what they learn immediately to real-world business challenges while balancing academic, work and personal commitments. Additionally, students benefit from the opportunity to engage with peers from other institutions, expanding their professional networks for future opportunities. This flexible approach ensures that students gain essential cybersecurity knowledge without sacrificing career momentum.

Created for students from all backgrounds, the program requires no advanced technical expertise. Using low-code tools and practical instruction, students gain a strong foundation in cybersecurity, learning to manage and oversee complex security initiatives without needing to be programmers. The curriculum emphasizes strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and decision-making—equipping students to guide technical teams, ask the right questions and implement effective solutions that align with business goals.

Students develop the skills to lead cybersecurity initiatives with both strategic and ethical focus. The program covers how to identify organizational risks, implement sustainable security solutions and ensure responsible, compliant practices. A strong emphasis is placed on effective communication—teaching students to translate complex technical challenges into clear, actionable strategies.

Immaculata’s cybersecurity MBA concentration prepares professionals to:

• Develop cyber risk strategies
• Ensure regulatory adherence
• Bridge the gap between security and leadership
• Identify and mitigate threats and breaches

Key courses for the cybersecurity concentration include: 

Information Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance
Transform complex regulations into clear action plans. You'll learn to build governance frameworks that protect your organization while enabling innovation and growth. Real-world case studies show you how leading companies navigate these challenges.

Network Architectures for Cyber Managers
Decode the technical landscape without getting lost in the details. Master the essentials of modern infrastructure – from cloud computing to the Internet of Things (IoT) – so you can make informed decisions about your organization's digital future.

Cyber Risk Management and Strategy
Move from reactive to proactive. You'll develop strategies that anticipate threats, create response plans that work under pressure, and learn how to turn security investments into business advantages.

Career Outlook

Graduates of Immaculata’s MBA cybersecurity program are well-positioned for careers such as:

• Cyber Risk Manager - $158,000 (With Experience)
• Cybersecurity Strategy Consultant - $198,000 (With Experience)
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - $385,000 (With Experience)
• Director of Cybersecurity - $296,000 (With Experience)

The booming health care industry has significant needs for managers nationwide, and most positions require a master’s degree. Immaculata’s MBA in health care management is designed for those working in the allied health or health care management professions who aspire to elevate their careers through advanced education.

This concentration prepares professionals to:

• Lead and serve others in the ever-changing word of health care
• Think critically and make ethical decisions on a day-to-day basis
• Manage risks, understand external influences, and maintain a qualified staff in the health care industry.

Key courses in the health care management track include:

Resources, Recruitment, and Retention in Health Care
Identify resources needed to recruit and retain competent health care professionals to provide care for patients while protecting the medical professional.

Risk Management and Patient Affairs
Focus on managing patient health care risks and mitigating loss throughout the health care industry.

Health Care Policy and Politics
Understand how health policy and governmental influence affect the outcomes in the delivery of health care.

Career Outlook

MBA graduates with a concentration in health care can pursue high-paying positions such as:

• Health Information Manager - $78,368
• Hospital Administrator - $96,261
• Pharmaceutical Project Manager - $92,288
• Health Care Corporate Development Managers - $112,575
• Policy Analyst or Researcher - $84,002
• Hospital CEO - $152,074
• Hospital CFO - $162,789

Build Teams. Drive the Future of Business.

In today’s competitive job market, organizations succeed by attracting, developing and retaining top talent—and that requires strong, strategic human resource leadership. Employment of human resources managers is projected to grow by 6% from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations, with approximately 17,400 openings each year. Whether you aspire to lead an HR department, consult on organizational development or integrate talent strategy into broader business leadership, this online MBA HR concentration equips you with the practical tools and strategic mindset to align people, performance and long-term success.

Immaculata’s HR MBA concentration prepares professionals to:

• Assess and implement different compensation and benefits packages and understand their roles in retaining employees while maintaining alignment with organizational goals.
• Create meaningful ways to recruit, select and retain employees in a legal, cost-effective and efficient manner that supports the needs of the organization.
• Understand different approaches to employee training and development, how to effectively implement these programs and use them to competitively position an organization.

Key courses for the human resources MBA concentration include:

Compensation & Benefits
This course explores the different styles of compensation and the wide range of benefits that employers offer to their employees. From base pay structures and incentive plans to legal, health and social benefits, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how compensation packages are designed to attract, retain and reward talent.

Recruitment & Selection
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the employee recruitment and selection processes, offering in-depth research and insightful discussions. It examines strategies for employee development, position delineation and candidate selection for both internal and external candidates. Key topics include recruitment, interviewing, testing and validation, all explored from the perspectives of the organization, the HR department and the prospective employee.

Business Training Strategies
This course centers on needs assessments, exploring various training styles and evaluating their effectiveness within an organization. It equips students with practical tools for the implementation of each area, while highlighting how training can drive organizational success and foster employee growth.

Career Outlook

Graduates of Immaculata’s human resources MBA program are well-positioned for careers such as: 

• Performance Consultant-$124,000 (with experience)
• Training and Development Manager-$125,000 (with experience)
• Human Resource Manager-$136,000 (with experience)
• Chief Talent Officer-$318,000 (with experience)

Immaculata’s MBA in Leadership is designed for business professionals who seek to develop their leadership skills and organizational impact through advanced education. You will engage in cross-disciplinary studies, learning about the practice of leadership through the unique perspectives offered from across industries and academic disciplines. This specialized coursework includes the completion of a graduate certificate in strategic leadership along the way toward degree attainment.

This concentration prepares professionals to:

• Lead confidently across organizational contexts and in digitally driven cultures.
• Recognize the value and unique nature of the leadership-follower relationship
• Influence people and organizations through the respectful application of power.

Key courses in the leadership concentration include:

Organizational Ethics
Understand the practice of leading through ethical, respectful, and just application of influence across organizations.

Leading Digital Citizens
Examine the unique leadership challenges of a digitally driven culture and learn to lead across contexts, both virtual and physical.

Power and Influence
Explore and recognize the manifestation of power in the leader-follower relationship.

Career Outlook

MBA graduates with a concentration in leadership have broad career options, including roles as:

• Project Management Specialist - $100,750
• Chief Executive - $206,420
• Operations Manager - $102,950
• Human Resources Manager - $140,030
• Advertising/Marketing Managers - $159,660
• Purchasing Managers/Agents - $79,830
• Construction Managers - $106,980
• Financial Managers - $161,700