Who needs an online business degree?

Who needs an online business degree, really? Well, to help answer the question, we’ve narrowed the selection down to five profiles who are perfect for digital studies. So, no more asking “is an online business degree right for me?” Let’s dive in. 

Career professionals who need to keep working

Are you a career professional who can’t take time off for an in-person MBA? An online business degree could be for you. Our Global Online MBA’s schedule is more flexible than its presential counterpart—you can complete coursework in your own time and focus on office work when required. Take our graduate Taylee Lewis, for example. Taylee enrolled with eight years’ experience working in corporate consulting for various multinationals and SMEs. Her career progress didn’t stop during her studies: “Yes, I do currently hold two positions,” she told us back in 2021. “I lead projects for both an Australian and an Italian firm specialized in corporate and public affairs and internationalization strategy… Studying the Global Online MBA will require sacrifice. My advice is to prioritize tasks and responsibilities, as well as plan in advance.”

International students with home preferences

You don’t need to move home to study at a prestigious school. Whatever your motivation, you can easily complete online business degrees with all your creature comforts at hand. Our most recent intake for the Global International MBA represented over 30 different countries. This statistic enhances our course, with graduate Temitope Ayo-Adedeji noting: “Everyone always has an interesting story to tell… We met quite often online in groups, one-on-one sessions over what we called “coffee breaks” and also in person during our face-to-face sessions… IE provides a level playing field where everybody feels very welcome.” International students thus benefit twofold; minimum compromise on lifestyle whilst engaging with an enriching learning environment—all while accessing a prestigious institution at a distance. 

Parents, guardians or carers

Online learning has become a perfect fit for family-orientated individuals who can’t fit traditional degrees into their lifestyle. Whether it’s the difficulty of attending classes or the strain of unpredictable shedules, an online study routine can be the perfect option for parents who need flexibility. We must caveat this with an important point: many degrees, including our Global Online MBA, require serious investment of time and effort. Only those who can compromise these elements will succeed. However, if you’re able to, you may ffind it’s one of the most fulfilling experiences you can undertake. According to a recent interview by the BBC, “It’s really hard being a mum. But when you’re younger, it’s especially hard if you want to carry on studying and don’t want to stop your life entirely.” Online courses for parents provide a timely solution to this problem.

Professionals with special mobility needs

At IE Business School, one of our core values is supporting diversity in all its forms. We believe everyone deserves an elite education if they’re willing to work for it; that’s exemplified by the existence of the IE Foundation. For those with special mobility needs, an online business degree can be a career boost where a presential MBA isn’t feasible. According to the U.S. Census’ American Community Survey, around 6.7 million people reporting a disability held a title in higher education in 2019, which is a rise of 13% from 2010. We believe online master’s degrees can help continue this trend.

Those looking for more affordable MBAs

There’s a widespread difference between the cost of an online degree vs in-person programs. On average, private institutions charge 68.4% less for online courses in the U.S. Factor in commuting and meal costs (averaging at $3,960 a year when studying in person) and it’s not hard to see why you may look for an online business degree. While the price of our Global Online MBA is high enough to reflect the content quality, it is significantly less than our in-person equivalent. Remember, if you need more information on scholarships to IE Business School, get in touch.

Study the Global Online MBA at IE Business School

Our course is suitable for all types of profiles and is always seeking a dynamic and diverse intake. We’re proud to have graduates of over 27 different nationalities, showing the international appeal of our cohort. Still wondering “is an online business degree right for me?” Look through our programs and see what’s on offer.