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Business

Flexible
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With 5- and 10-week classes
Online
ON-DEMAND
Learn from anywhere
18-24
Months
With transfer credits

A business program on your schedule

Combine theoretical understanding with practical experience.

Learn every aspect of organizing, leading, and succeeding in business through Mount Mercy’s business core. You'll connect your real-life experience with deeper understanding of the functions of business principles and theories.

10% off
TUITION DISCOUNT FOR EMPLOYER PARTNERS
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Why Mount Mercy?

Learn from anywhere

With our online (on-demand) classes, where you'll complete coursework each week at a time/place that works best for you. 

This pathway allows students to effectively balance school and life. Build your schedule with options like:

  • 9 start dates year-round
  • 5- and 10-week block classes
  • 10% tuition discount for employees of our educational partners

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Course schedule

From administrators to analysts, Mount Mercy alums are successful after graduation.

The broad base of knowledge you gain from the business core and your chosen electives helps guide you towards your specific interest in business. 

Internships are encouraged as part of the business curriculum, and Mount Mercy’s strong ties to the local business community can facilitate connections to further your career.

For some students, continuing on for a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Mount Mercy is their next step. MMU Plus is specifically structured to help you transition into graduate work.

Kevin Foht ’10

Mount Mercy gave me the confidence and tools to take on new things and instilled a drive to want to continue learning every day.

LeAnn Ridgeway '86

LeAnn Ridgeway '86

Business, Economics

Utilizing Mount Mercy University’s critical concerns and values has led LeAnn to becoming Collins’ first ever Chief of Sustainability.

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Bobby Jo Salm '18 and Heather Mineart '18, '19 MBA

Bobby Jo Salm '18 and Heather Mineart '18, '19 MBA

Social Work | Business & Human Resource Management

Sisters Bobby Jo Salm ’18 and Heather Mineart ’18 took the leap of higher-ed faith and landed at Mount Mercy University—together.

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Kim Bauer '15

Kim Bauer '15

Business, Human Resource Management, Marketing

Two sisters found their way to Mount Mercy University—ultimately leading to successful and satisfying careers despite everything standing in their way.

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Angie Wisner '02, '13 MBA

Angie Wisner '02, '13 MBA

Business

Sisters Angie Wisner and Kim Bauer found their way to Mount Mercy—ultimately leading to successful and satisfying careers despite everything that had been standing in their way.

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Kevin Foht '10

Kevin Foht '10

Business

Accelerated business student Kevin Foht made a career switch and shortly after was named a “30 under 35” business professional for his achievements as inventory manager.

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MMU Plus

Take up to four graduate-level courses as part of your undergraduate plan of study through our MMU Plus program.

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What are the next steps?

How do I apply? 

We make it easy by accepting applications year-round! No deadline, no fee, no pressure. Start your application today!

Questions? No worries, we’re here to help! Check out our FAQ for more information, and feel free to contact us with any additional questions.

Transfer up to 75 credits from an Iowa community college or up to 93 credits from a regionally accredited 4-year university.

Students may transfer up to 60 credits from College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and 30 credits for your life experience using the Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) portfolio documentation.

Veterans may also earn credit for military training via the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES).

Mount Mercy offers competitive tuition and generous scholarships.

We also encourage all students to apply for federal, state, and other kinds of financial assistance.

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Careers in business

Build your business-based future.

Our graduates have found jobs locally and nationally at companies like Transamerica, Collins Aerospace, GreatAmerica Financial Services, and TrueNorth.

Mount Mercy business program graduates excel in positions like:

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Deputy Clerk
  • Director of Business Development
  • Inclusion and Equity Specialist
  • Lean Coordinator
  • Mayor
  • Organizational Effectiveness Manager
  • Product Coordinator
  • Project Manager
  • Senior Account Manager
  • Senior Business Analyst
  • Transportation Business Liaison
  • Workforce Development
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