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4+1 MBA Program for Donnelly Students

Earn your MBA in a seamless accelerated format designed to save time, support your success, and make graduate study more accessible after Donnelly College.

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Fast-track your future with Walsh University’s 4+1 Bachelor's/MBA pathway for Donnelly College Business Leadership Majors

Walsh University and Donnelly College are proud to offer a streamlined 4+1 Bachelor's/MBA pathway for qualified Donnelly College business students, helping students move efficiently from undergraduate business study to graduate-level leadership preparation.

Why This Pathway Works

Designed for qualified Donnelly College business majors, this program offers a seamless transition into Walsh’s MBA curriculum after completion of the bachelor’s degree. Students benefit from a coordinated academic pathway, shared advising support, and a direct route into graduate business study at Walsh University.

Key Benefits

  • A more affordable path to an MBA
  • Seamless transition from Donnelly College to Walsh University
  • Accelerated access to MBA coursework
  • Academic advising support from both institutions

How It Works

Eligible Donnelly College students may complete four Walsh MBA courses — BUS 521, BUS 522, BUS 524, and BUS 525 — while enrolled at Donnelly College. For Donnelly students, successful completion of these Walsh courses during their senior year will also satisfy four Donnelly courses — LD 401, LD 403, BS 310, and IS 407 — as Dual Credits toward their BA in Business Leadership degree. After graduation from Donnelly, those courses transfer into Walsh’s MBA program as MBA 621, MBA 622, MBA 624, and MBA 625, giving students a strong head start toward completing the degree.

Eligibility Snapshot

To qualify for the program Donnelly students must:

  • Have completed 90 hours toward a business leadership bachelor’s degree, or a related field as determined by Walsh University
  • Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Submit a completed Walsh University graduate application, official transcripts, and a resume
  • Meet any additional MBA admissions requirements in effect at the time of application

Supportive, Affordable, and Career-Focused

Walsh University is committed to making graduate education more accessible for Donnelly College students. As part of the program, students may also be considered for scholarships or financial aid after enrollment, and Donnelly graduates enrolled in Walsh’s MBA program receive a 25% alumni discount on tuition.

 

Ready to take the next step?

Contact ncole@walsh.edu to learn how the Donnelly College 4+1 Bachelor's/MBA pathway can help you earn your MBA efficiently and confidently or apply now at the link below!