Accelerated Associate's Degree in Business

Professional Degree Completion Programs

Earn an Accelerated Associates of Arts degree with an emphasis in business or liberal arts at Midamerica Nazarene University.

Fast Facts

Meets on-site & online

60-63 credit hours

Complete in 18-20 months

Accelerate Your Career

Whether your end goal is an associate’s degree or to ultimately earn a bachelor’s degree, we can help you get there with convenient evening, online, and weekend seminar-style courses. Schedule classes at your own pace and convenience. Begin your journey now in Olathe or online with an emphasis in Business or Liberal Arts to further your career or personal goals.

Program Overview

Our business emphasis degree can be earned completely online. This online format offers a set curriculum that is already planned just for you. Simply follow the planned courses and you’ll be on your way to earning a business-based associate’s degree. Even better? The business emphasis prepares you to take the next step in continuing a business-focused bachelor’s degree program.

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Cost & Value

A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree.

Credit Hours:

60-63

Tuition:

Varies by program See Program Costs for more information.

RISE Opportunity Scholarship

This program is eligible for the RISE Opportunity Scholarship. MNU has committed over 2 million dollars to support adult students who wish to complete an advanced degree. Apply now or connect with admissions to learn more: pgadmissions@mnu.edu or 913.971.3800

Payment Options

Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.

Financial Aid Available

The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.

Military/Veteran Financial Aid

MNU appreciates the service and protection that the Military provides for us all. We offer a Military Financial Aid Program that can help active military, veterans and their spouses reposition themselves in the working world.

Application Process

Fall 2025 Start

Now accepting applications for fall 2025.

*Some exceptions made on case by case basis

* Waived for those with 24+ hours of transferable college credit. For those with less than 24+ hours of credit, high school transcripts (or GET results) will be required as part of the admission process.

** If students have 24+ hours of transferrable college credit, no ACT or assessment exams are required. If students have less than 24 hours of transferrable college credit and no ACT, then the ACCUPLACER exam will be required as part of the admission process.

APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM NOW

Prospective students will need to provide:

HS Diploma OR GED*

Complete an online application

Complete an information meeting (on-campus or over the phone)

Build a plan of study with an advisor

Outcomes & Accreditation Reports

ACBSP Accreditation Overview

ACBSP’s accreditation process follows the Baldrige model. The accreditation focuses on recognizing teaching excellence, determining student learning outcomes, and a continuous improvement model. ACBSP’s student-centered teaching and learning approach, which is measured and analyzed for quality, ensures that students gain the right skills from their educational investment. Institutions with programs accredited by ACBSP are committed to continuous improvement that ensures their business program will give

Navigate Your Business Career

Find the business degree that’s right for you. Talk to your MNU team to customize your journey.