The University of Tulsa Launches Specialized Online MBA Programs in Partnership With Risepoint to Prepare the Next Generation of Business Leaders

UTulsa introduces eight online MBA pathways built for ambitious professionals seeking industry-aligned expertise and flexible learning

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Business doesn't stand still, and neither should your education. That's the guiding principle behind The University of Tulsa's (UTulsa) newly launched online Master of Business Administration (MBA) portfolio, designed to help professionals thrive in competitive, fast-moving markets. Starting in January 2026, UTulsa will offer a fully online MBA with seven distinct concentration options, in addition to a general track.

In partnership with Risepoint, UTulsa's new online MBA programs blend academic rigor with industry relevance, offering students nationwide the opportunity to learn from expert faculty entirely online. The MBA programs include:

• General MBA
• Accounting
• Business Analytics
• Energy
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Information Technology
• Marketing

Whether students aim to build a startup, manage complex energy portfolios or lead digital transformation in corporate settings, UTulsa's online MBA programs provide flexible pathways to advancement backed by a university known for its personal and supportive academic experience, powerful alumni network and research excellence.

"Today's business environment requires more than ambition. It requires adaptability, critical thinking and applied expertise," said Akhilesh Bajaj, the Genave King Rogers Dean of UTulsa's Collins College of Business. "These programs are designed to give working professionals the specialized knowledge and strategic mindset to lead with confidence in a global marketplace."

Courses are taught by faculty with industry insight and scholarly depth, and each concentration delivers focused, high-impact learning experiences tailored to real-world outcomes.

Offered 100% online, the new MBA programs feature:

• Multiple start dates per year
• Asynchronous courses designed for busy professionals
• Supportive student services, including academic advising and career resources
• An innovative curriculum designed to align with evolving workforce needs

"The University of Tulsa is stepping confidently into the future of business education with programs that reflect what professionals actually need to lead and grow in today's economy," said Fernando Bleichmar, CEO of Risepoint. "We're proud to support UTulsa in launching MBA pathways that combine flexibility, specialization and real-world relevance for working adults."

To learn more or to apply, visit onlinedegrees.utulsa.edu.  Applications for the January 2026 start date are due Jan. 5, 2026.

About The University of Tulsa
The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. UTulsa is Oklahoma's highest-ranked private university, according to U.S. News & World Report. UTulsa also is listed among Forbes' List of America's Top Colleges and Money magazine's Best Colleges in America. Across all programs, faculty and staff ensure that students receive the support and guidance they need to thrive in their studies and beyond. Learn more at utulsa.edu/business

About Risepoint
Risepoint is an education technology company that provides world-class support and trusted expertise to more than 100 universities and colleges. We primarily work with regional universities, helping them develop and grow their high-ROI, workforce-focused online degree programs in critical areas such as nursing, teaching, business and public service. Risepoint is dedicated to increasing access to affordable education so that more students, especially working adults, can improve their careers and meet employer and community needs. Learn more at risepoint.com.

SOURCE Risepoint