The Butler MBA

Where leaders are made.

From day one, you’ll join Butler’s powerful business network—gaining real-world experience, global exposure, and connections that last a lifetime.

An MBA for working professionals.

The Butler MBA is designed for working professionals who want an immediate career impact and long-term return on investment. Whether online, on campus, or a mix of both, you’ll be connected to the Lacy School of Business’s powerful professional network—anchored in Indianapolis and extending across industries worldwide. With three annual start terms and flexible pacing, the program adapts to your goals and your schedule.

From day one, you’ll apply what you learn through real-world projects, including a hands-on Gateway Experience, Business Practicum, and Capstone. Every student is paired with a certified executive coach for one-on-one leadership development, ensuring you graduate with sharpened skills and clarity of direction. At $37,000 in tuition—well below many top-ranked AACSB-accredited programs—the Butler MBA delivers exceptional value, career advancement, and a credential recognized worldwide.

Flexibility

Built for your schedule.

The Butler MBA adapts to your life with a format built for working professionals. You can study online, on campus, or in a hybrid model—without paying a different tuition rate. With flexible pacing, you can finish in as little as two years or take up to five, starting in January, May, or August—putting you in control of when and how you move forward.

Experiential

Learn today. Apply tomorrow.

From the Gateway Experience to the final Capstone, the Butler MBA emphasizes real-world application. You’ll solve live business problems, work directly with organizations, and gain insights you can bring back to your workplace immediately. Every student is also paired with a certified executive coach that serve as trusted advisors as you advance your career.

Network

Powered by partnerships.

Butler’s MBA connects you to industry leaders and global opportunities through partnerships with top organizations. The program also offers international exposure through the Global Business Experience, a credit-bearing trip that explores strategy across borders. Throughout it all, you’ll learn from faculty who bring real-world industry expertise directly into the classroom.

The MBA Student Experience

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Ry Beck Student Story

Earning his MBA online didn’t stop Ry from tapping into Butler’s strong network of students, faculty, and alumni in the heart of Indianapolis. Discover how he connected with his career coach through the Lacy School of Business.

Paola Arce Student Story

Despite living in Chicago and pursuing her MBA online, Paola made monthly trips to Butler just to attend the Saturday Seminars with the Lacy School of Business. Now based in Indianapolis, she’s seizing every opportunity to maximize her MBA experience.

Sofia Yarbrough Student Story

Join Sofia as she shares her experience as a Butler MBA student. Hear how she learned supply chain logistics firsthand at the Panama Canal and how she is applying her coursework to her day-to-day at her job at Roche.

Important Dates

Spring semester: We accept applications through December 1 pending available space in the cohort. We review complete applications on a monthly basis.

Fall semester: We accept applications through July 15 pending available space in the cohort. We review complete applications on a monthly basis.

International Applicants: For fall term admission, the final application deadline is July 1.

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