--- title: "Liberal Arts - B.A./MBA" url: "/academics/programs/liberal-arts-ba-mba" type: program date: 2026-06-08 updated: 2026-06-09 --- # Liberal Arts - B.A./MBA **Earn a liberal arts bachelor's and an MBA in five years, and enter the workforce with both the human insight and the business expertise employers want.** Pair the critical thinking, cultural fluency, and ethical grounding of a humanities education with the analytical and financial skills of an AACSB-accredited MBA. In one streamlined five-year path, you complete a bachelor's in one of more than a dozen liberal arts majors and a Master of Business Administration, all minutes from New York City. [Request Information](/admissions/request-information)[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit) Image ![Students smiling and talking as they are walking across campus](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/students-campus-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=1znBUMG1) B.A. MBA 150 5 Years What Set's Us Apart what-sets Two Degrees in Five Years Earn a liberal arts bachelor's and a Master of Business Administration on one streamlined path, saving time and tuition over pursuing each separately. AACSB-Accredited MBA Complete a graduate business degree from an O'Malley School of Business that holds AACSB accreditation, a distinction earned by fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide. Humanities Meets Business Combine the critical thinking, communication, and ethical reasoning of the liberal arts with the analytical and financial skills employers increasingly seek. Two Schools, One Path Study across the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences and the O'Malley School of Business, with faculty and advisors from both guiding your progress. Built-In Business Minor Six foundational business courses qualify you for a business minor and prepare you for graduate study, all completed within your undergraduate degree. The New York City Advantage Gain access to internships, networks, and employers across finance, media, technology, and the nonprofit sector, all within reach of campus. The Manhattan University Difference What Sets Us Apart The Liberal Arts B.A./MBA at Manhattan University lets humanities students earn two degrees in five years, joining the depth of a liberal arts education with the practical command of business. Students build a foundation in their chosen liberal arts major, complete a business minor, and move into graduate management coursework, all supported by close faculty mentorship in small classes and the career reach of New York City. Intro above Cards Cards (border around each item) white 0 Why Study Liberal Arts B.A./MBA why-study The Manhattan Advantage Why Study the Liberal Arts B.A./MBA At Manhattan University, the five-year Liberal Arts B.A./MBA lets motivated humanities students move seamlessly from undergraduate study into graduate business coursework, earning two degrees in the time it often takes to earn one. As technology and artificial intelligence reshape the workplace, the human strengths developed through the study of the liberal arts, including critical thinking, communication, creativity, and ethical judgment, only grow more valuable. Paired with the analytical and financial skills of an AACSB-accredited MBA, this dual degree prepares you to lead with both insight and impact. [Explore 5 Year Programs](/academics/5-year-programs) Image ![O'Malley School of Business student studying](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/student-business-2000x3000.jpg?h=9e8882e7&itok=H0hUXmOK) square white 1 Curriculum & Courses curriculum Eyebrow Academics Heading Curriculum & Courses The Liberal Arts B.A./MBA combines your liberal arts major with a foundation in business and graduate management coursework. To prepare for the MBA, you complete six business courses that also satisfy the requirements for a minor in business, building the foundational knowledge in economics, accounting, management, marketing, and statistics that graduate study requires. Senior-year MBA coursework completes the graduate portion of the degree. To view the full curriculum, [visit Manhattan University's academic catalog](https://catalog.manhattan.edu). Hide filter UI Off light 0 Why Study in New York City New York City is the world's foremost stage for both the liberal arts and business, a place where ideas, culture, and commerce meet every day. For students earning a liberal arts B.A. and an MBA, there is no richer environment. The city's museums, publishers, media companies, and cultural institutions bring the humanities to life, while its position as a global capital of finance, marketing, technology, and the nonprofit sector offers unmatched access to the organizations that drive the modern economy. At Manhattan University, students translate classroom learning into real experience through internships, projects, and connections with NYC employers across every field. This combination of cultural depth and business opportunity helps graduates build the professional network and the well-rounded skill set needed to lead in one of the most competitive markets in the world. Image ![Aerial photo of New York City](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-03/nyc-3200x1800.jpg?h=f0fb51a5&itok=p09sBu3Y) square dark 0 Who Can Enroll can-enroll Who Can Enroll **Body:** Students in the following arts-related majors are eligible to join the five-year Liberal Arts B.A./MBA program: - [Digital Media Art](/academics/programs/digital-media-art "Digital Media Art") - [Communication](https://Communication) - [Criminology](/academics/programs/communication "Communication B.A.") - [English](/academics/programs/english-bs-minor "English B.S. / Minor") - [Game Design and Production (B.A.)](/academics/programs/game-design-production "Game Design and Production B.A.") - [History](/academics/programs/history "History B.A. / Minor") - [International Studies](/academics/majors-and-minors/international-studies.php) - [Peace and Justice Studies](/academics/programs/peace-justice-studies "Peace and Justice Studies") - [Political Science](/academics/majors-and-minors/political-science.php) - [Psychology](/academics/programs/psychology "Psychology B.A / B.S. / Minor") **Closing line:** Students considering this program are encouraged to notify their advisors as early as possible to maximize flexibility in course scheduling. Image ![Manhattan University students in a classroom smiling and talking in front of a laptop](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/transfer-students.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=0z_3Z77P) square white 0 Critical Thinking Analyze complex problems from multiple perspectives, drawing on the analytical habits at the core of a liberal arts education. Persuasive Communication Write and speak with clarity and impact, translating ideas into action for any audience or organization. Ethical Judgment Weigh decisions with the moral reasoning and cultural awareness that responsible leadership demands. Data-Driven Decision-Making Interpret financial and business data to make sound, evidence-based choices in any professional setting. Strategic Management Apply the principles of management, marketing, and operations to lead teams and guide organizations. Creative Problem-Solving Combine humanistic insight with business acumen to develop original solutions to real-world challenges. Liberal Arts B.A./MBA: Build a Mind for Every Challenge. At Manhattan University, the Liberal Arts B.A./MBA gives students the rare combination of humanistic insight and business expertise that today's organizations need. Graduates leave ready to think critically, communicate clearly, and lead with both judgment and skill. Intro above Cards Basic (no borders) light 0 Two Schools, One Ambitious Path The Liberal Arts B.A./MBA draws on the strengths of two schools at Manhattan University. The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences grounds you in the humanities, building the critical thinking, cultural fluency, and ethical reasoning that define a liberal arts education. The O'Malley School of Business, an AACSB-accredited institution, develops the analytical, financial, and managerial expertise that today's organizations demand. Together, they prepare you to lead with both insight and skill. [Explore the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos "Kakos School of Arts and Sciences") [Explore the O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business "O'Malley School of Business") Image ![Manhattan University campus looking at one of the Manhattan flags on a light pole](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/campus-outside-banner-3200x2000.jpg?h=1cb48fc4&itok=t0ishEOK) landscape white 0 Careers & Outcomes careers Heading Potential Careers An MBA opens doors to leadership roles across every sector of the economy. Graduates of the Liberal Arts B.A./MBA combine the communication and critical thinking of a humanities background with the management expertise employers seek, positioning them for careers such as: Hide filter UI Off light 0 Costs & Aid program-costs ## Program Costs & Financial Aid Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our **Jasper Guarantee**, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree. More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance. - [View Tuition & Fees](/admissions/financial-aid/tuition) - [Explore Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/undergraduate) - [Learn More About Scholarships](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants) - [Learn About the Jasper Guarantee](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee) A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible. [Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/) white 0 A Smarter Investment in Your Future Jasper Guarantee At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years, ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey. 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Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future supporting individuals, couples, and families. **Requirements:** - Application & transcript - SAT/ACT optional - Personal statement - Letter(s) of recommendation **Deadlines:** - Early Action: November 15 - Regular Decision: February 1 [Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/) ### International Students: Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments. [Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/) white 0 Content Prepare for the Real World At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help. [Apply Today](/admissions/apply) [Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit) [Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information) Image ![Aerial photo of Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-03/drone-2025-3200x2400.jpg?h=9b8bd6ff&itok=xYR2ar43) landscape Hide filter UI Off dark 0 Manhattan University's five-year Liberal Arts B.A./MBA pairs a humanities degree with an AACSB-accredited MBA, minutes from New York City.