What can you do with an online MBA from Ohio State?

Raise your profile – and your earning potential – with an online MBA from Ohio State’s Fisher College of Business.  

With a Master of Business Administration (MBA), you’ll gain the leadership skills to rise in the ranks, or finally make the career change you’ve been dreaming of. An MBA from the Fisher College of Business leads to career growth in a wide-range of industries including finance, marketing, human resources, and even healthcare. 

Ohio State’s online MBA is ideal for working professionals — it’s flexible and tactical, meaning you don’t have to wait until graduation to put your new skills to use. Learn a strategy on Tuesday night and try it out at the office on Wednesday morning. 

The results speak for themselves: Within five months of graduating with their Ohio State MBA, 84% of students received a promotion or rose a level in their careers. Not to mention, the average salary for these Ohio State MBA graduates tops six figures. 

“Earning an MBA through Fisher was a pivotal point for both my career and personal growth. Through engaging with my fellow classmates and listening to lectures taught by renowned professors, the skills gained set me up for career advancement.” 

—Jackie M., MBA ‘19 
Director of Strategy & Business Development, Cardinal Health 

Take a closer look at the possible career outcomes for graduates of Ohio State’s online MBA for Working Professionals, and learn what you can do with an MBA.

What jobs can you get with an MBA?

An MBA is a great way to advance, no matter your role or your industry. You’ll grow your leadership skills (and your confidence) to become a key decisionmaker in your organization. Below you’ll find examples of the high-impact roles an MBA can prepare you for, plus their average annual salaries. 

• Financial Managers 

• Human Resources Managers 

• Information Technology Project Managers 

• Entrepreneurs 

Financial Managers – $161,700

Financial Managers oversee the financial activities of an organization, such as accounting, investing, banking and more. They work with stakeholders to solve financial issues, or oversee the flow of cash for a business. Their job titles might include Accountants, Auditors, or Investment Analysts. 

Human Resources Managers – $140,030

HR Managers administer contracts, resolve work-related problems and serve as a liaison between management and employees. They may also analyze compensation and benefits policies for an organization. Related job titles include Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists, Management Analysts, and Training and Development Managers. 

Information Technology Project Managers – $108,970 

IT Project Managers are the bridge between the business and technical sides of information technology projects. These professionals lead teams, plan project timelines, and manage project budgets. Related job titles include Cloud Product Director, Cybersecurity Project Manager, or IT Program Manager.

Entrepreneurs 

For students interested in starting their own companies, an MBA from Fisher provides foundational knowledge on the critical aspects of running a business. Virtual and in-person networking opportunities make it easy to forge connections, and individualized career coaching helps you identify skills gaps – all while you build your brand. Not to mention, Ohio State’s online MBA lets you select the courses – and collaborators – they will set you and your new company up for success. 

“’Flexible and personalized’ doesn’t even begin to describe it … This unique format allowed me to collaborate with Fisher and the College of Engineering faculty on impactful research and publications for the Department of Defense and National Science Foundation. The curriculum has been instrumental in optimizing my company’s internal processes and expanding my knowledge base in logistics and supply chain.” 

–Alex H., current MBA student 
President & Principal, Valerio Solutions 

 
Ready to level up and see what you’ll do with an MBA? Contact our enrollment team to get started.