Lead Where It Counts
Whether you are starting your first degree or stepping into leadership, NLU's business programs are built around your life and aimed at the role you want next, without breaking the bank.
"As an MBA student, I am building practical skills in data-driven decision making, operations, and organizational management that are essential for leading complex business systems."
Current NLU MBA Student
Tell us about your goals and the level you want to study. Take the first step by completing the form below.
Why study with us
NLU's business education is built for real life. Whether you are just starting out, working full time, or moving into leadership, our programs meet you where you are and move you forward with purpose. You will earn a respected, career-focused degree designed around your schedule, taught by faculty who have done the work, at one of the most affordable tuition rates anywhere. NLU was ranked #18 in the country and #2 Best Bang for the Buck in the Midwest by Washington Monthly.
Careers in this field
Swipe through where a business degree leads. See what the work feels like, then find the degree that gets you there.
Choose your level to see what it opens up and the programs that get you there. Each links to full details.
Build your foundation for people-centered careers and graduate study.
Specialize and qualify for licensure and advanced, higher-impact roles.
Lead, research, and practice at the highest level of the field.
Outcomes
Business graduates across every level, and where their NLU degree took them.
B.S. Management
“This manner of documenting my past and present experiences to gain academic credits has been the most enriching process.”
A management consultant of 18 years who earned 50 credit hours through prior learning assessment.
M.S. Management
“NLU committed to work with everyone's schedule, situation, and circumstance.”
From Compton to the White House Communications Agency, a veteran who finished his degree on NLU's flexible schedule.
B.S. Healthcare Leadership to MBA
“I encourage anyone who wants to return to school to take that first step by taking one class.”
Landed her first CEO role months after finishing her degree.
B.S. Business Administration
“NLU's commitment to a diverse and inclusive community has made my academic experience enriching.”
Came from Barreiras, Brazil and chose NLU for the smooth transfer and affordability. Her goal in one word: Leader.
B.A. Applied Communications
“The classes provided in the communications program are next level.”
Interned twice at After School Matters while building toward launching her own record label.
Apply work experience and prior-learning credit toward your degree to save real time and money.
Respected, career-focused degrees built to balance cost and time, so the investment you make in yourself pays off.
Online, on campus, or a monthly on-campus connection, with one course at a time and a professional skills seminar each term.
Faculty are practitioners who bring real industry experience into every course.
Florida
NLU's business programs are available through our Tampa campus and online. Choose Florida on the form above and an advisor will map your Florida options and start dates.
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Tell us about you, your goals, and the level of study you are interested in. It takes about a minute.
An NLU enrollment advisor reaches out to answer your questions and map a personalized plan for your education.
Submit your application with help from your advisor, choose an upcoming start date, and begin moving toward the career you want.
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Next start date: September 21, 2026
The practical details
NLU offers multiple start dates through the year, so you do not have to wait to begin. An advisor will help you pick the next start that fits your plans.
Tuition is built to be affordable, with financial aid, scholarships, and generous transfer credit that can lower both your cost and your time to finish.
Choose online, on-campus, or evening formats, learn in small classes, and work with an advisor and success coach from your first call through graduation.
Accreditation
No commitment required. An NLU advisor will reach out within one business day to answer your questions and guide your next move.
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