North Carolina Wesleyan University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The NCWU MBA is a nationally recognized program designed to enhance the management and leadership skills of professionals across a wide range of industries. The 33 to 35-credit curriculum focuses on developing and implementing organizational strategies that deliver tangible business results through core competencies in ethics and financial analysis. Students can choose from specialized concentrations such as Executive Leadership, Information Security, and Supply Chain Management to tailor their degree to specific career goals. Offered in both a 100% online format and a hybrid Executive Residency model, the program provides the flexibility needed for working adults to complete their degree in as little as 12 months.
Master of Science in Information Technology Management (MSITM)
The MSITM program at NCWU bridges the gap between technical expertise and high-level business leadership, preparing IT professionals for management-level careers. This STEM-designated program features a 30 to 32-hour curriculum that emphasizes information systems policy, IT security, risk assessment, and data analytics. Students gain a holistic understanding of how technology drives business success, culminating in a research-based capstone project that integrates their technical and managerial knowledge. With online and hybrid Executive Residency options available, the program is ideal for those seeking to become CIOs, cybersecurity experts, or systems analysts in a dynamic global economy.
Master of Science in Strategic Leadership (MSSL)
Designed to prepare individuals for senior leadership roles in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors, the MSSL program focuses on the mastery of strategic thinking and organizational change. The 30 to 32-credit curriculum exposes students to a variety of leadership theories while providing practical tools for conflict resolution, culture management, and innovative decision-making. Students can choose between a capstone project or a supervised internship, allowing them to apply their strategic insights to real-world organizational challenges in real-time. This program is offered in a flexible online format or a hybrid Executive Residency track, empowering graduates to lead dynamic teams and solve complex professional problems.
Tuition for master programs at North Carolina Wesleyan University is fixed per semester.
Tuition Rate (Per Credit Hour): $550
Total Annual Estimate: $11,550(3 semesters)
Total Program Estimate: $17,600 to $19,250
Other Key Fees for CPT Students
- Processing Fee (One-Time): $500 (This is typically applied toward your tuition cost.)
- Technology & Administrative Fee (Per 8-Week Term): $50 (Since a semester has two 8-week sessions, this is $100 per semester).
- CPT Fee (Per Semester): $0
NCWU’s CPT policy integrates practical training into the curriculum from the start of the program, which is required for F-1 visa compliance in a hybrid format.
| Policy Aspect | Details | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CPT Start Eligibility | Students are eligible for CPT from Day 1 of their first semester, provided all CPT application requirements are met before the semester start date. | ||
| Maximum Work Hours | Up to 40 hours per week (Full-Time CPT). | ||
| Required Coursework | Students must be continuously enrolled in the required 1-credit internship course (BUS 694) or equivalent practicum course each semester to maintain CPT authorization. | ||
| Renewal Frequency | CPT authorization must be renewed every semester (3 times per year). Renewal requires a signed CPT Agreement and typically an evaluation form from the employer. | ||
| Enrollment Windows | Three annual intakes: Spring (Jan), Summer (May), and Fall (Aug/Sept). | ||
