Earn a Master's in Business Administration from HPU

At HPU, we empower you to take your career to the next level – on your terms. Our flexible MBA program offers a variety of pathways to help you build on your existing strengths while mastering core business disciplines. Whether you’re looking for an accelerated, online or in-person option, you’ll benefit from a collaborative, case-based learning environment that prepares you to lead with confidence. Choose from our MBA Accelerated or MBA + programs to tailor your education and advance your career your way.

With our Accelerated and MBA + programs, you'll receive these benefits:

  • No GMAT scores required
  • 100% online option available
  • Part-time and evening options available

Be Prepared to Take on the World with HPU

  • Graduate Programs for Tomorrow's CareersHPU’s graduate programs provide the skills and knowledge for today’s in-demand careers. Whether you’re focused on business analytics, criminal justice, nonprofit management or ethics in public service, our curriculum blends global perspectives with practical, career-driven education. We develop leaders equipped to tackle complex challenges and create positive change, preparing you for high-impact, future-ready careers.Learn More
  • Graduate Resources to Support Your SuccessHPU prioritizes student success through personalized academic advising and career coaching. Our cohort advising model helps students align academic goals with career aspirations while the Career Development Center provides resources to support the college-to-career transition. Together, these services ensure HPU students are prepared for academic and professional success.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid and Flexible Learning OpportunitiesAt HPU, we make graduate education accessible to students from all backgrounds. We offer financial aid and scholarships to help working professionals advance their careers without compromising personal commitments. With flexible online and on-campus options, we provide academic excellence that fits your lifestyle.Read More

Earn Your MBA Your Way

  • MBA AcceleratedOur MBA Accelerated program is a 32-credit, fast-paced curriculum designed to equip you with the skills and real-world experience needed to become a strong, effective business leader. With flexible eight-week terms, you can tailor your courses to align with your interests and professional goals, gaining hands-on, applicable knowledge that directly translates to success in today’s dynamic business environment. This program empowers you to develop leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making skills, all while fitting into your busy schedule.Continue Reading
  • MBA +The MBA + program at HPU allows you to enhance your degree with a Graduate Certificate, giving you specialized expertise in a key area of business. After your first semester, you can focus on courses in areas like Business Analytics or Nonprofit Management, gaining in-depth, practical knowledge that directly applies to the challenges leaders face today. This unique combination of an MBA and specialized certification empowers you to build relevant skills, gain hands-on experience and become a well-rounded, adaptable leader ready to drive success in your career.Learn More

Be Prepared to Take on the World with HPU

  • Master of Arts in Strategic CommunicationThe MASCOM program at HPU empowers you to understand strategic techniques and insights that will give you an advantage in the world of media. With our wide selection of electives, you’ll learn how to maximize your skills to succeed.Learn More
  • MBA Accelerated ProgramThe MBA Accelerated Program at HPU allows you to achieve your MBA in less time. The MBA Accelerated Program offers flexible course options in accelerated eight-week terms.Continue Reading
  • MBA + Certificates ProgramThe MBA + Certificates program allows you to add an HPU Graduate Certificate in a specialized area ranging from Business Analytics to Nonprofit Management.Read More

A Program for Future Leaders

  • Master's in Public AdministrationWith an MPA from HPU, you’ll learn the skills and techniques needed to implement policies, projects and programs that resolve important problems within society. With online and in-person courses, you can learn how to make an impact your way from HPU.Learn More
  • MPA Accelerated ProgramThe MPA Accelerated Program at HPU allows you to achieve your MPA in less time. The MPA Accelerated Program offers flexible course options in accelerated eight-week terms and will allow you to earn your MPA in one year.Continue Reading
  • MPA + Certificates ProgramThe MPA + Certificates Program allows you to add an HPU graduate certificate in a specialized area that will allow you to become a subject matter expert.Read More

Promoting and Protecting Everyone’s Health Where They Live, Learn, Work and Play

  • Our MPH ProgramWhen you earn an MPH from HPU, you’ll be positioned to work for a variety of organizations, including nonprofit health organizations, international government agencies and community coalitions. HPU will prepare you for a career in health promotion and disease prevention. Learn More
  • Graduate Admissions ResourcesWe provide a deliberately intimate learning environment, including classroom study and experiential learning, that empowers graduate students to get up-close and personal with the subjects they are passionate about. You will find that knowledge is more easily grasped when you receive a hands-on education. It brings new perspectives and viewpoints that are uniquely yours into focus.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid & Scholarship OptionsAs the largest private university in Hawaiʻi, we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us. At HPU, one of our core values is kuleana, and with this scholarship, we hope to provide Hawaiʻi's working professionals the support they need to pursue their graduate education right here in Hawaiʻi, blending both quality academics and flexible programs that fit into your schedule. Read More

Training Leaders in the Criminal Justice Field

  • Our CJ ProgramThe MS in Criminal Justice from HPU helps students to understand criminal justice issues for applications in related fields. Prepare to become a leader in the criminal justice field by learning about law enforcement, the judicial system and corrections at managerial levels. With HPU, you’ll learn from experienced professionals and academics in the criminal justice field and learn what you need to enter managerial and leadership roles.Learn More
  • Graduate Admissions ResourcesWe provide a deliberately intimate learning environment, including classroom study and experiential learning, that empowers graduate students to get up close and personal with the subjects they are passionate about. You will find that knowledge is more easily grasped when you receive a hands-on education. It brings new perspectives and viewpoints that are uniquely yours into focus.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid & Scholarship OptionsAs the largest private university in Hawaiʻi, we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us. At HPU, one of our core values is kuleana, or responsibility. Because we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us, we provide a scholarship to help working professionals pursue their graduate education right here in Hawaiʻi. In addition, our programs blend quality academics and flexibility to fit your schedule.Read More

Why HPU is the Right Choice for Your MBA

  • You will acquire practical experience through project-based learning in collaboration with our esteemed global partner companies.
  • Learn from faculty who combine academic expertise with active professional experience in their fields.
  • Honolulu is a leading center of industry and a prime destination for recruiting by Fortune 500 companies.

Our MPA By the Numbers

  • 12months to complete your degree as a full-time student
  • $982per credit hour 
(or $35,967 to earn your degree)
  • 8week terms
“At HPU, each class is carefully designed to be directly relevant to your degree and future career, ensuring a personalized and intimate learning experience. You'll form collaborative relationships with fellow students and gain insights from industry professionals with deep expertise, preparing you for real-world success.”

—Kati Echeverria
MA Strategic Communication Program

“My MBA program at HPU opened my eyes to Western perspectives, enabling me to graft on to my Chinese roots American values and ideals. I became a true ‘bridge person,’ one whose life and education spans two cultures yet unites them in my person and commitment to globalization, cross-cultural understanding and service to the larger community. The world is changing rapidly, if you cannot change and upgrade yourself, then you will be obsolete.”

—Frank Piao, ‘02
Chief Executive Officer, Co-founder, Changhe Stem Cell Co., Ltd, Shanghai City, China

“Earning an MBA from Hawai‘i Pacific University is so much more than a degree, whether you’re from the Mainland, Hawai‘i, or anywhere else in the world. It provided me the opportunity to learn alongside students from over 60 countries with an array of culturally diverse backgrounds, which enriched all of my classes.”

—Lauren Matsumoto, ‘15 Valedictorian MBA

Modern Professionals Choose HPU

Modern professionals choose HPU for their master's or doctoral degrees. Our courses are designed to fit your schedule – hybrid, evening, online and on campus.

Discover our MASCOM Program

Learn more about the MASCOM program at HPU and how you can build your skills to make an impact in your career.

What Does the HPU MBA Degree Look Like?

Discover how HPU’s MBA program equips you with real-time, applicable skills and knowledge designed for today’s fast-paced business world. Our curriculum is tailored to help you gain hands-on experience and strategic insights that are directly relevant to the challenges and opportunities you’ll face as a business leader.

Discover Our MPH Program

Learn more about Hawaiʻi Pacific University’s MPH from graduate student Kylee Ray Tactacan.

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Be Prepared to Take on the World with an MBA from HPU

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Be Prepared to Take on the World with HPU

  • Graduate Programs for Tomorrow's CareersHPU’s graduate programs provide the skills and knowledge for today’s in-demand careers. Whether you’re focused on business analytics, criminal justice, nonprofit management or ethics in public service, our curriculum blends global perspectives with practical, career-driven education. We develop leaders equipped to tackle complex challenges and create positive change, preparing you for high-impact, future-ready careers.Learn More
  • Graduate Resources to Support Your SuccessHPU prioritizes student success through personalized academic advising and career coaching. Our cohort advising model helps students align academic goals with career aspirations while the Career Development Center provides resources to support the college-to-career transition. Together, these services ensure HPU students are prepared for academic and professional success.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid and Flexible Learning OpportunitiesAt HPU, we make graduate education accessible to students from all backgrounds. We offer financial aid and scholarships to help working professionals advance their careers without compromising personal commitments. With flexible online and on-campus options, we provide academic excellence that fits your lifestyle.Read More

Earn Your MBA Your Way

  • MBA AcceleratedOur MBA Accelerated program is a 32-credit, fast-paced curriculum designed to equip you with the skills and real-world experience needed to become a strong, effective business leader. With flexible eight-week terms, you can tailor your courses to align with your interests and professional goals, gaining hands-on, applicable knowledge that directly translates to success in today’s dynamic business environment. This program empowers you to develop leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making skills, all while fitting into your busy schedule.Continue Reading
  • MBA +The MBA + program at HPU allows you to enhance your degree with a Graduate Certificate, giving you specialized expertise in a key area of business. After your first semester, you can focus on courses in areas like Business Analytics or Nonprofit Management, gaining in-depth, practical knowledge that directly applies to the challenges leaders face today. This unique combination of an MBA and specialized certification empowers you to build relevant skills, gain hands-on experience and become a well-rounded, adaptable leader ready to drive success in your career.Learn More

Be Prepared to Take on the World with HPU

  • Master of Arts in Strategic CommunicationThe MASCOM program at HPU empowers you to understand strategic techniques and insights that will give you an advantage in the world of media. With our wide selection of electives, you’ll learn how to maximize your skills to succeed.Learn More
  • MBA Accelerated ProgramThe MBA Accelerated Program at HPU allows you to achieve your MBA in less time. The MBA Accelerated Program offers flexible course options in accelerated eight-week terms.Continue Reading
  • MBA + Certificates ProgramThe MBA + Certificates program allows you to add an HPU Graduate Certificate in a specialized area ranging from Business Analytics to Nonprofit Management.Read More

A Program for Future Leaders

  • Master's in Public AdministrationWith an MPA from HPU, you’ll learn the skills and techniques needed to implement policies, projects and programs that resolve important problems within society. With online and in-person courses, you can learn how to make an impact your way from HPU.Learn More
  • MPA Accelerated ProgramThe MPA Accelerated Program at HPU allows you to achieve your MPA in less time. The MPA Accelerated Program offers flexible course options in accelerated eight-week terms and will allow you to earn your MPA in one year.Continue Reading
  • MPA + Certificates ProgramThe MPA + Certificates Program allows you to add an HPU graduate certificate in a specialized area that will allow you to become a subject matter expert.Read More

Promoting and Protecting Everyone’s Health Where They Live, Learn, Work and Play

  • Our MPH ProgramWhen you earn an MPH from HPU, you’ll be positioned to work for a variety of organizations, including nonprofit health organizations, international government agencies and community coalitions. HPU will prepare you for a career in health promotion and disease prevention. Learn More
  • Graduate Admissions ResourcesWe provide a deliberately intimate learning environment, including classroom study and experiential learning, that empowers graduate students to get up-close and personal with the subjects they are passionate about. You will find that knowledge is more easily grasped when you receive a hands-on education. It brings new perspectives and viewpoints that are uniquely yours into focus.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid & Scholarship OptionsAs the largest private university in Hawaiʻi, we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us. At HPU, one of our core values is kuleana, and with this scholarship, we hope to provide Hawaiʻi's working professionals the support they need to pursue their graduate education right here in Hawaiʻi, blending both quality academics and flexible programs that fit into your schedule. Read More

Training Leaders in the Criminal Justice Field

  • Our CJ ProgramThe MS in Criminal Justice from HPU helps students to understand criminal justice issues for applications in related fields. Prepare to become a leader in the criminal justice field by learning about law enforcement, the judicial system and corrections at managerial levels. With HPU, you’ll learn from experienced professionals and academics in the criminal justice field and learn what you need to enter managerial and leadership roles.Learn More
  • Graduate Admissions ResourcesWe provide a deliberately intimate learning environment, including classroom study and experiential learning, that empowers graduate students to get up close and personal with the subjects they are passionate about. You will find that knowledge is more easily grasped when you receive a hands-on education. It brings new perspectives and viewpoints that are uniquely yours into focus.Continue Reading
  • Financial Aid & Scholarship OptionsAs the largest private university in Hawaiʻi, we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us. At HPU, one of our core values is kuleana, or responsibility. Because we believe it is our responsibility to find ways to give back to the community around us, we provide a scholarship to help working professionals pursue their graduate education right here in Hawaiʻi. In addition, our programs blend quality academics and flexibility to fit your schedule.Read More

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Gain experiences you won't get anywhere else in the world when you earn your graduate degree at HPU. Apply now to pursue a private university education and learn from the best.

  • A priority admissions decision
  • No test scores required for most programs
  • A waived application fee upon attending a virtual event

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