William & Mary Mason Online Degrees in Virginia

Williamsburg is a vibrant academic hub where tradition meets innovation. Our historic location provides a unique backdrop for your educational journey, fostering an academic environment that values both proven business principles and cutting-edge approaches.

Students in our online programs benefit from our extensive connections throughout Virginia. From Norfolk to Charlottesville to Northern Virginia, the William & Mary network opens doors to career opportunities across the Commonwealth. Our faculty maintains active relationships with businesses, government agencies and community organizations throughout Virginia, ensuring our curriculum remains relevant to the region’s evolving needs.

What sets our online degrees in Virginia apart is our commitment to meaningful local engagement. Even as an online student, you’ll have opportunities to connect with Virginia’s business leaders through:

• Virtual networking events focused on regional industries
• Guest speakers from prominent Virginia organizations
• Case studies featuring Virginia-based businesses
• In-person experiences at our Williamsburg campus

Our flagship Online MBA program prepares Virginia professionals to lead with confidence in any business environment. The curriculum emphasizes strategic thinking, ethical leadership and practical application—skills Virginia employers consistently value in our graduates.

Key program highlights include:

• Emphasis on leadership development tailored to Virginia’s diverse business landscape
• Flexible scheduling designed for working professionals
• Required in-person weekend residency in Williamsburg that connects online students with peers, faculty, staff and local business leaders
• Specialized electives addressing regional business challenges in healthcare, government contracting and technology

Virginia students particularly benefit from Mason’s Graduate Career Management Center online and in-person events, which bring together online and on-campus students with alumni and business partners throughout the Commonwealth.

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The Online MSBA program prepares analytics professionals to drive data-informed decision-making across Virginia’s expanding tech corridor and corporate sectors. With Northern Virginia’s technology hub and Richmond’s corporate presence, our MSBA graduates find themselves perfectly positioned for high-demand roles throughout the Commonwealth.

Our curriculum emphasizes:

• Advanced analytical methods applicable to Virginia’s government contractors, technology firms and healthcare systems
• Predictive modeling techniques for business intelligence
• Data visualization and communication skills
• Ethics and governance in data management

Students regularly collaborate on analytics projects with Virginia-based organizations, providing real-world experience while building professional connections.

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Our Online Master of Science in Marketing program equips professionals to navigate the digital transformation reshaping Virginia’s business landscape. From established corporations in Richmond to innovative startups in Northern Virginia, organizations across the Commonwealth seek marketing talent with advanced skills.

The program covers:

• Digital marketing strategies with particular attention to local activations
• Brand management principles for Virginia’s competitive marketplace
• Consumer behavior insights relevant to Mid-Atlantic markets
• Marketing analytics and performance measurement

Students benefit from case studies featuring Virginia-based brands and guest lectures from marketing executives at prominent regional companies. MS in Marketing students also participate in at least one mandatory in-person weekend residency on campus in Williamsburg.

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Prepare for CPA certification and advanced accounting roles with our specialized Master of Accounting (MAcc) program. Virginia’s robust economy—spanning government, defense, technology and healthcare—creates steady demand for accounting professionals with advanced credentials.

Program highlights include:

• Comprehensive CPA exam preparation
• Advanced coursework in auditing, taxation and financial reporting
• Potential internship placements with Virginia-based accounting firms and corporations
• Special focus on government accounting relevant to the Commonwealth’s public sector

Our strong relationships with accounting firms throughout Virginia create exceptional opportunities for students to connect with potential employers.

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The Online Master of Science in Finance program develops sophisticated financial expertise relevant to Virginia’s diverse economic landscape. From Richmond’s banking sector to Northern Virginia’s investment community to Hampton Roads’ maritime finance, our curriculum prepares graduates for specialized financial roles throughout the Commonwealth.

Key curriculum areas include:

• Investment analysis and portfolio management
• Corporate financial management
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Financial technology innovations

Virginia students benefit from our connections to financial institutions throughout the Commonwealth, including opportunities for networking with finance executives from Richmond to Alexandria.

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Each of our online degree programs in Virginia maintains rigorous admissions standards to ensure student success:

Application Deadlines: We offer multiple start dates throughout the year to accommodate working professionals. Visit our program-specific pages for upcoming application deadlines.

No GMAT/GRE Required: We are committed to holistically evaluating applicants and considering all aspects of their professional and academic backgrounds. For this reason, we do not require GMAT or GRE scores for admission. You may, however, submit scores for consideration if you believe they will be beneficial to your application.

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Professional resume demonstrating relevant work experience
• Official transcripts
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation

Ready to join a distinguished legacy of business leaders with one of William & Mary’s online degree programs in Virginia? Schedule a call or apply now to begin your journey with one of the Commonwealth’s most respected institutions

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