The distance education program offers a flexible, affordable way for busy professionals to pursue their academic goals. With industry-best software tools, live lectures and fully recorded lectures, you are always connected to the outstanding business community here at Fayetteville State University. The core curriculum for the MBA degree consists of 27 credit hours, followed by 9-12 elective credit hours which can be used to acquire a concentration in one of 10 areas. The MBA@FayState requires students to complete a minimum of 36 credit hours. Students generally take two classes per semester, in order to complete the program in 24 months. However, the flexibility of the program allows students to take classes at their own pace, enabling an MBA to be earned in as little as 12 months or a maximum of 72 months.