{"id":44202,"date":"2018-11-09T14:56:24","date_gmt":"2018-11-09T14:56:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/mba\/?p=44202"},"modified":"2021-10-14T18:12:56","modified_gmt":"2021-10-14T18:12:56","slug":"how-long-does-it-take-to-get-an-mba-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/mba\/how-long-does-it-take-to-get-an-mba-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does It Take to Get an MBA Degree?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"StudentsA Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a highly prized graduate degree. It offers a wide range of knowledge and skills that are helpful in many industries. There\u2019s a lot to look at, from <\/span>accreditation to admissions criteria<\/span><\/a> for an MBA. You may wonder if getting <\/span>an MBA is worth it<\/span><\/a>. The answer is different for everyone, but those who decide to earn one gain a competitive advantage. Whether you are a few years out of college or have been working for 10 years, an MBA degree will help hone your skills. <\/span><\/p>\n

The course duration of an MBA depends on the type of program you attend. There are <\/span>different types of MBA degree programs<\/span><\/a>, and they all have varying lengths.<\/span><\/p>\n

How long does it take to get a traditional MBA? <\/span><\/h2>\n

A traditional full-time MBA program length is about two years. The program usually starts in either late August or early September with a couple of short breaks and a longer two- to three-month break during the summer between the first and second year. Most students opt to do an internship during the summer break. <\/span><\/p>\n

As a full-time student, you can expect to take classes throughout most the day during your first year. After you finish class, expect a few hours of homework and other activities. During your MBA years, homework may include reading textbooks and case studies, working on projects, and writing essays. <\/span><\/p>\n

Many students go to class activities such as bar nights, dinner parties, and other social gatherings. Many schools offer presentations from successful business people as well. Days off may include comprehensive studying for the coming week. <\/span><\/p>

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Things change a bit the second year, when the focus is all about specialization. Students choose electives from broad fields to customize their education. These fields include: <\/span><\/p>\n