Duquesne redesigned MBA program aims to fast-track graduates into tech-savvy business leaders

PITTSBURGH — Duquesne University is launching a revamped professional MBA program in fall 2025, following fine-tuning and focusing on the evolving needs of working professionals.

Duquesne’s Palumbo-Donahue School of Business said the professional MBA program has been redesigned, after comprehensive research, market analysis and stakeholder engagement. Known as the Flex MBA, the 33-credit program aims to deliver an accessible, career-oriented education for working professionals by emphasizing flexibility, value and future-focused learning.

The university said the Flex MBA offers students a seamless path to dual credentials — an MBA and a specialized certificate — allowing them to achieve bigger goals. Certificates include Analytics and Information Management (STEM), Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Finance (STEM) and Supply Chain Management (STEM).