Former or current United States Rugby Players Association players: The Kelley School of Business can help you launch the next step in your career
As a Major League Rugby (MLR) player, you know the importance of preparation and strategy both on and off the field. The Kelley School of Business offers you and your spouse the opportunity to apply that same dedication to your future through our flexible, 100% online programs.
Designed with the demands of a professional rugby career in mind, our MBA, master's degree, and graduate certificate programs provide the business expertise needed to thrive after your playing days. Whether you're traveling for matches or managing the rigorous demands of training, you can advance your education at your own pace. Join a community of rugby professionals and their families who are committed to securing a prosperous future beyond the pitch.
Explore degree and certificate options
Structure The Kelley online MBA program will:
Total 48 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 2-5 years
Consist of approximately 6 credit hours per quarter
You'll learn from the same highly ranked faculty who teach in the residential programs.
Topics covered include:
Business law and ethics
Economics
Marketing
Finance
Operations
Information technology
Project management
Price
Application fee: $75
Tuition: $1,100 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor's degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Management graduate certificate onto your MBA degree, earning both credentials without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Structure The Kelley online MS in Strategic Management program will:
Total 30 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 1-3 years
Consist of approximately 6 credit hours per quarter
You'll learn from the same highly ranked faculty who teach in the residential programs.
Price
Application fee: $75
Tuition: $1,100 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor's degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Management graduate certificate onto your MS in Strategic Management degree, earning both credentials without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Structure The Kelley online MS in Finance program will:
Total 30 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 1-3 years
Consist of approximately 6 credit hours per quarter
You'll learn from the same top-ranked faculty who teach in the residential programs.
The course curriculum is:
K520 Quantitative Methods and Introduction to Analytics
C521 Managing Accounting Information for Decision-Making
C530 Economics for Managers
C540 Financial Management (C521 is a prerequisite for this course)
F741 Asset Pricing and Security Valuation (C540 is a prerequisite for this course)
F745 Valuation and Capital Investments (C540 is a prerequisite for this course)
F734 Working Capital Management (C540 is a prerequisite for this course)
F742 International Financial Management (F741 is a prerequisite for this course)
F750 Financial Strategy and Corporate Restructuring (F745 is a prerequisite for this course)
FXXX Special Topics in Finance
Price
Application fee: $75
Tuition: $850 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor's degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Management graduate certificate onto your MS in Finance degree, earning both credentials without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Structure The Kelley online MS in Business Analytics program will:
Total 30 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 1-3 years
Consist of approximately 6 credit hours per quarter
You'll learn from the same top-ranked faculty that teach in the residential programs.
The course curriculum is:
K520 Quantitative Analysis
K531 Predictive Analytics/Data Mining
K533 Data Intelligence and Visualization
K534 Simulation and Optimization for Business Analytics
K535 Value Through Business Analytics Applications (K534 is a prerequisite for this course)
C527 Business Econometrics
C528 Data Predictive Analysis and Business Strategy (C527 is a prerequisite for this course)
C565 Thinking Strategically: Game Theory and Business Strategy
CXX1 Special Topics in Business Analytics I
CXX2 Special Topics in Business Analytics II
Price
Application fee: $75
Tuition: $850 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor's degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Analytics graduate certificate onto your MS in Business Analytics degree, earning both credentials without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Structure The Kelley online Business Management graduate certificate program will:
Total 12 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 1-2 years
Consist of approximately 3 credit hours per quarter
You'll learn from the same top-ranked faculty who teach in the residential programs.
Customize the fields you focus your certificate in by choosing four of the nine courses offered:
K520 Quantitative Analysis
C521 Managing Accounting Information for Decision-Making
C522 Information Technology
C530 Economics for Managers
C540 Financial Management
C550 Law and Ethics in Business
C562 Developing Strategic Capabilities
C570 Strategic Marketing Management
C580 Operations Management
Price
Application fee: $0
Tuition: $850 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor's degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Management graduate certificate onto your MS in Finance or MS in Strategic Management degree, earning the graduate certificate and master’s degree without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Structure The Kelley online Business Analytics graduate certificate program will:
Total 12 credit hours
Flexible completion timeline from 1-2 years
Consist of approximately 3 credit hours per quarter
The same top-ranked faculty who teach in the residential programs teach these courses:
K520 Quantitative Analysis
K531 Predictive Analytics/Data Mining
K534 Simulation and Optimization for Business Analytics
K535 Value Through Business Analytics Applications
Price
Application fee: $0
Tuition: $850 per credit hour
Materials fee: varies by the course
Additional fees: none
Application deadlines: June 1 for fall, September 1 for winter, December 1 for spring, March 1 for summer
Upcoming term dates:
Fall term 2024: August 12 through October 31
Winter term 2024: November 4, 2024, through February 13, 2025
Spring term 2025: February 17 through May 8, 2025
Summer term 2025: May 19 through August 7, 2025
Test scores: No GMAT or GRE are required
Bachelor’s degree: Can be in any field
Application process
There are two parts to the application. The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After submitting Part 1, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to Part 2.
Part 2 requires undergraduate transcript, current resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.
Stackability: It is possible to stack a Business Analytics graduate certificate onto your MS in Business Analytics degree, earning both credentials without any additional expense or coursework. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to keep@iu.edu.
Looking to build new skills quickly?
We have an extensive portfolio of professional certificates and short courses, ranging in completion time from just two days to 16 weeks. Each course grants a digital badge that you can add to your resume and online profiles. Many of these courses are online, with some in-residence options, to provide you with options to fit your learning style. Some professional certificates can also grant credit toward an MBA or MS degree.
Through the Kelley x USRPA partnership, you receive a 15% discount on all noncredit certificates and short courses.
Application instructions
Ready to get started? The Part 1 application takes just five minutes to complete.
After you complete the Kelley application, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to apply through the Graduate CAS Application. During this stage, you will upload the following materials to complete your application:
Resume Provide a copy of your resume, summarizing your professional experiences and accomplishments.
Personal statement Tell us what you want to achieve in this program in 500 words or less.
Letter of recommendation Ask someone who knows your professional career to write a letter of recommendation for you. Provide the contact information of your recommender within the application. An email prompt will be sent to their email address, and they will be able to fill out a form and upload additional material. If you need alternative arrangements, please contact keep@iu.edu.
Post-secondary transcripts Provide copies of your transcripts from all of the post-secondary institutions you’ve attended. These copies can be sent to the program manager, or uploaded into the Part 2 Application.
