MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Advance Your Career with an Online or On-Campus/Hybrid MBA Designed for Working Professionals
Most professionals don’t pursue an MBA just to earn another credential. They do it because they’re ready for what comes next: greater responsibility, expanded opportunities, or a new direction in their career.
As the way we do business rapidly changes, staying ahead of emerging trends is critical. Felician University’s MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship is designed to prepare you for that reality; equipping you with leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and strategic adaptability.
You’ll graduate with real-world experience, high-level competencies, and a unique service-learning experience that sets this program apart.
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MBA at a Glance
See how the MBA program fits your schedule, goals, and next career move.
- Formats Offered: Online and On-Campus (hybrid)
- Total Credit Hours: 36
- Complete in as little as 18 months
- No GRE/GMAT Required
- Recognized as one of the safest college campuses in New Jersey
An MBA Built for Real-World Impact
This program is designed to move beyond theory and into practice from the very beginning. Rather than learning concepts in isolation, you’ll apply what you study to real business challenges: developing strategies, solving problems, and working collaboratively with peers who bring their own professional experiences into the classroom.
The curriculum emphasizes strategic thinking, innovation, and decision-making in real-world contexts. You’ll learn from faculty with industry experience while building connections through a cohort model that encourages collaboration, shared insight, and professional growth.
Program Experience
Coursework is designed to reflect the realities of today’s business environment. You’ll engage with practical scenarios, analyze complex challenges, and apply what you learn in ways that are directly relevant to your current role and future goals.
Rather than separating theory from practice, the program reinforces learning through immediate application, thus helping you build confidence and capability as you progress.
You will:
- Develop business strategies grounded in real-world scenarios
- Strengthen leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Learn to analyze data and translate insights into action
- Apply concepts immediately within your current role
Cutting-Edge Concentrations
Felician’s MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship offers career-focused concentrations that allow you to tailor your degree to your professional goals. Whether you’re interested in emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making, or financial strategy, these options help you align your MBA with where you want to go next.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Business Analytics
- Finance
Real-world Impact Through Service Learning
A defining part of Felician’s MBA is its service-learning capstone experience. In the final course, you will work with fellow students in teams to solve real challenges for nonprofit organizations; applying strategy, analysis, and leadership skills in a meaningful way.
Rather than working on hypothetical cases, you will engage directly with organizations by developing business plans, creating marketing strategies, and conducting research that supports real-world impact. This hands-on approach allows you to contribute meaningful solutions while gaining experience that translates directly to your careers.
Recent Projects Include:
- Suits U – Developed a business plan for a clothing initiative providing professional attire to students at no cost
- Feed Our Children Now! – Supported strategic planning for a New Jersey-based nonprofit addressing food insecurity
- Hunger-Free Campus – Designed solutions to expand access to food resources for students and families
- Felician Athletics Concessions – Created strategies to increase revenue and student engagement
This experience not only builds practical business skills; it reinforces Felician’s commitment to leadership that is both effective and meaningful.
Career Outcomes
An MBA can open the door to leadership and management roles across industries. Many professionals use the degree to move into positions with greater responsibility, higher earning potential, and broader influence within their organizations.
According to the Graduate Management Admission Council 2024 Corporate Recruiters Survey, 90% of corporate recruiters plan to hire MBA graduates, reflecting continued demand for professionals with advanced business and leadership skills.
Graduates pursue roles such as:
- Operations Manager
- Business Analyst
- Marketing Director
- Financial Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Business Development Leader
- Healthcare Administrator
MBA Career Snapshot
This overview highlights the career value, skills, and opportunities associated with earning an MBA.
| Category | Insight |
|---|---|
| Employer Demand | 90% of recruiters plan to hire MBA graduates (GMAC, 2024) |
| Career Growth | Often leads to advancement into management and leadership roles |
| Key Skills Developed | Leadership, Strategy, Analytics, Decision-Making |
| Industry Flexibility | Applicable across business, healthcare, technology, finance, services, nonprofit, and many other sectors |
| Career Path | Individual Contributor → Manager → Director → Executive |
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Designed to Fit Your Career
Balancing graduate school with work and personal responsibilities is a key consideration. Felician’s MBA offers two format options: a fully online option for maximum flexibility and an on-campus/hybrid option if you prefer in-person engagement while maintaining flexibility.
- Online format designed for working professionals
- Accelerated course structure
- Multiple start points
- Ongoing support from faculty and peers
Located in New Jersey and near the New York metropolitan area, you will benefit from access to one of the most dynamic business environments in the country.
A Human-Centered Approach to Business Education
At Felician, business education is grounded in a human-centered philosophy. The program is designed not only to build technical knowledge, but to shape how you think, lead, and make decisions.
You are encouraged to approach challenges with creativity, ethical awareness, and a broader sense of purpose; developing the ability to lead in ways that are both effective and meaningful.
MBA FAQ
Pursuing an MBA is an important professional decision, and many prospective students want to better understand how the program fits their career goals, schedule, and long-term growth plans. Here are answers to some common questions about Felician’s MBA program.
Yes. Felician’s MBA is structured to support working professionals through flexible online and on-campus/hybrid options, accelerated coursework, and practical learning experiences that connect directly to today’s workplace challenges.
Graduates may pursue leadership and management opportunities across industries, including business development, operations, marketing, consulting, healthcare administration, and organizational leadership.
Many students continue working while enrolled in the program. The flexible structure is designed to help students balance graduate education with professional and personal responsibilities.
Yes. You can customize their MBA experience through concentrations including Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, and Finance.
Students from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds may apply to the MBA program.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re considering how an MBA fits into your career path, the next step is exploring how the program aligns with your goals.