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SMWC Enhances MBA Program with Integrated Concentrations

News | 05.20.2026

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) has announced an update to its Master of Business Administration program, incorporating all concentrations directly into the core degree requirements. Previously offered as additional credit hours, these concentrations are now embedded within the 36-credit-hour MBA curriculum, allowing students to graduate with specialized expertise without extending their time to completion. 

Available concentrations include: 

  • Artificial Intelligence 
  • Cybersecurity 
  • Business Analytics 
  • Finance 
  • Healthcare Administration 
  • Not-for-Profit Management 
  • Organizational Leadership 

SMWC’s MBA program is delivered 100% online and is designed for students seeking to complete their degree in as little as one year. The integration of these concentrations enables students to tailor their academic experience to their career goals while enhancing their marketability in a competitive job market. 

Janet Clark, Ph.D., provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, shared, “We are excited to incorporate these concentrations into the 36-hour MBA requirements. Students will graduate with a strong foundation in their chosen area of focus, combined with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they develop at SMWC—preparing them to achieve their professional goals.” 

SMWC has been recognized among the 2026 Best Online MBA Programs by U.S. News & World Report. 

For more information on the MBA program, visit smwc.edu/mba or email admissions@smwc.edu