Earning your MBA can put you ahead of the game in today’s cutthroat job market. And with Siena’s approach, you’ll learn to be a compassionate, ethical leader the world desperately needs and employers are looking for.
12-24 months, depending on full-time status and potential course waivers
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become a leader who rises above
Ready to take the next big step in your career? Siena’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program equips you with the skills, confidence, and connections to rise above in today’s competitive business landscape. Whether you're aiming for a promotion, switching industries, or launching your own venture, Siena's prestigious MBA gives you the edge to lead with impact.
WHY CHOOSE SIENA'S MBA PROGRAM
Proven Career Outcomes
Our graduates don’t just earn a degree—they accelerate their careers. With a strong track record of promotions, salary increases, and leadership roles, Siena MBA alumni are making their mark across industries. The program is designed to help you apply what you learn immediately, so you can see real results—fast.
A HYBRID LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Siena’s MBA program blends theory with real-world practice. From immersive case studies and consulting projects to mentorship from experienced faculty and alumni, you’ll gain hands-on experience that sets you apart in the job market. You’ll graduate not only with a degree—but with the strategic thinking, leadership ability, and confidence to lead at the next level.
A FLEXIBLE, HYBRID APPROACH
We know your time is valuable. That’s why Siena’s MBA is built to fit your life. Choose from full-time or part-time tracks, with evening and hybrid course options to accommodate your schedule. Whether you want to complete your degree in one year or work at your own pace, Siena meets you where you are.
LEARN FROM CAREER INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
At Siena, you’ll learn from faculty with deep industry experience—and who are invested in your success. Their guidance goes beyond lectures, offering real-world insight, one-on-one mentorship, and a network of connections to help you move forward with confidence.
A SMART INVESTMENT FOR YOU
A prestigious MBA doesn’t have to come with a premium price tag. Siena offers competitive tuition, and you may be eligible for financial aid, tuition reimbursement, or employer sponsorship. We’re committed to making your investment in yourself both smart and attainable.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The Siena Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge areas essential for effective leadership and management in today's dynamic business environment. Key learning outcomes include:
Ethical and Responsible Leadership: Emphasizing global perspectives and ethical decision-making to prepare students for responsible leadership roles.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Developing proficiency in business intelligence, information systems, and quantitative methods to support informed strategic decisions.
Strategic Marketing Insight: Learning to craft and implement marketing strategies that effectively respond to market demands and consumer behavior.
Capstone Experience: Integrating acquired knowledge through a comprehensive capstone project that addresses real-world business challenges.
#5 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) PROGRAM IN NEW YORK
Also named "Best Business School With Reasonable MBA Program GMAT Waiver Policies."
JOINT MBA/JD PROGRAM
Siena University and Albany Law School have launched a joint JD/MBA program, offering students the opportunity to simultaneously earn both a law degree and a master’s in business administration.
Application Requirements
Brief personal essay indicating the reason you are pursuing your chosen graduate program and your intended long-term goals (submitted online with your application). Need some tips?
Include employment history, certificate or licenses held, volunteer/extracurricular activities, leadership roles, honors/awards and education history (submitted online with your application).
One Letter of Recommendation is required to be submitted by a faculty member at your bachelor’s degree granting institution or professional reference if you have been out of school for some time. (Recommenders are required to submit recommendations online - instructions included within the application.)
Official Transcripts are required from all post-secondary institutions which you have earned college credit. Unofficial copies may be uploaded for the purpose of application review, but official copies are required prior to enrollment.
Also, if you earned your undergraduate degree outside of the United States, an evaluated transcript is required by a recognized member of The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES.) Our preferred evaluators are World Education Services, Inc. or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.
Transcripts and evaluations should be emailed directly to our registrar at transcriptreceiving@siena.edu or mailed to the address below:
Siena University Registrar's Office 515 Loudon Road Loudonville, NY 12211
Official TOEFL, IELTS or DUOLINGO Test Scores are required from international students whose native language is not English. All English examination scores are considered valid up to two years after the testing date. Certificates of Instruction may be considered if English was the medium of instruction for undergraduate studies.
Siena University Registrar's Office 515 Loudon Road Loudonville, NY 12211
Official GMAT scores are required if:
GPA is less than 2.75 from an AACSB-accredited undergraduate business program or GPA is less than 3.0 from a non-AACSB accredited undergraduate program.
Siena does not require the GRE for entrance to any graduate program.
