MBA – Enterprise Agility Emphasis
There is an emerging demand for agile enterprise leaders. CCU's MBA with an emphasis in enterprise agility is designed to train students in all major aspects of managing high-level projects, including strategic management, organizational leadership, and project-based teamwork utilizing agile concepts.
The program integrates academics with moral principles from Scripture, so you can grow as a servant leader, strengthen your ethical framework, enhance and build valuable career skills, and responsibly influence your profession.
Program Focus
Enterprise agility fundamentals, strategic management, organizational leadership, and project-based teamwork
Incorporating agile concepts provides organizational leaders with the ability to move more quickly and respond to rapid, on-demand changes in a competitive and dynamic environment. Enterprise agility is a discipline that takes agile concepts beyond information technology to assist organizations in being more responsive to the market place.
CCU's MBA with an emphasis in enterprise agility integrates agile concepts and frameworks with the knowledge, skills, and organizational practices necessary to set and attain the strategic objectives, innovation, and competitive advantage necessary to effectively lead 21st century multi-national organizations.
- 39 total credit hours
- Program Format: 100% online
- Prerequisite(s) or applicable transfer credit required
- MBA courses are taken one at a time and are typically completed in five-week and seven-week blocks
- Designed for busy adult learners; complete in as little as 18 months of consecutive coursework, even with a full-time or part-time job
- Students can transfer up to nine graduate-level credit hours
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Program Brochure
MBA Courses
CCU's MBA curriculum includes 13 online courses designed to develop effective, ethical leaders. Each course is typically taken over a five-week time period. Weekly assignments are required, but the course design generally allows participants to complete coursework at the times and places that work best for them (prior to scheduled deadlines).
CCU students utilize Brightspace, a leading solution in electronic education, to participate in MBA classes that blend the latest in eLearning technology with the latest business theory and practice. Students in this master's in business program attend classes electronically, do research using the Internet, exchange email, and participate in online discussions. Assignments and tests are submitted online for in-seat students as well as those taking their program online.
Enterprise Agility Emphasis Courses
CCU's enterprise agility courses will prepare you to blend a focused business experience with technical aspects of accounting. You’ll integrate academics with moral principles from Scripture so you can grow as a servant leader, strengthen your ethical framework, and responsibly influence your profession.
The Enterprise Agility emphasis includes 13 online courses. Some of the foundation courses include:
- Enterprise Agility Concepts and Project Management. This course takes a deep dive into enterprise agility concepts and application as compared to other project management frameworks. Students will compare models such as Lean, XP, Scrum and Kanban and determine the best approach for an organization within its competitive landscape.
- Enterprise Agility in Practice. This course introduces students to the practice of enterprise agility in a business environment. Students will increase their knowledge of Agile frameworks and roles through hands-on experimentation and biblical concepts.
- Enterprise Agility and Corporate Strategy. This course takes the fundamentals of enterprise agility and applies these concepts at the corporate level. Students will learn how to take the agile principles (e.g. rapid system development life cycles) and apply them synergistically to the strategic operations of all the departments in an organization.
- Leadership and Management I. The leadership and management course helps learners understand the theories and realities of the managerial functions and processes in organizations. The course also explores organizational leadership/”followership” issues with special emphasis on the Biblical principles related to organizational leadership.
- Management Information Systems. This course is based on the premise that it is difficult, if not impossible, to manage a modern organization without basic knowledge of information systems; i.e., what information systems are, how they affect the organization and its employees, and how they can make businesses more efficient and competitive. Participants develop knowledge, sensitivities, and skills that will enable them to stay current in the fast changing MIS environment.
Admission to the MBA Program
Admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Colorado Christian University is selective. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of previous academic performance, personal and professional accomplishments and goals, and strength of character. A strong desire to complete graduate-level work in a Christ-centered, biblically based community is important.
Application Deadlines
You can enter the MBA program at multiple points in the academic year. You should complete the admission process as early as possible so you will have adequate time to work with an advisor and qualify for financial aid.
Prerequisite Coursework
All applicants to CCU's MBA program are required to have fulfilled prerequisite courses for Accounting, Finance, and Statistics. Specific emphases may have additional prerequisites.
Review the MBA Prerequisites prior to application submission.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the graduate admission application online (including essay and transcripts).
- Provide a professional resume and employment record. It is expected that MBA candidates will have at least 5 years of professional work experience or the equivalent.
- Submit an official transcript that reflects a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited higher education institution. For those seeking an emphasis in advanced accounting, a bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
- Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants with an undergraduate grade point average between 2.0 and 2.49 will be admitted on a conditional admit (CAD) basis for the first semester. CAD students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better in their first nine (9) credits to remain in the program.
- Complete any needed prerequisite courses. Review the MBA prerequisites prior to application submission.
- The Office of Admission reserves the right to request additional information as deemed necessary to make a selection decision.
- As part of the admissions process, applicants may be selected to participate in a video interview conducted via Zoom. This interview is designed to confirm applicant identity and support the integrity of the university’s enrollment process. Participation in the video interview, if requested, is a required step for admission and must be completed prior to enrollment.
Transfer of Courses
Students may transfer up to nine semester hours of graduate credit from an accredited college or university. The coursework must be comparable to that offered at CCU and fulfill the CCU MBA degree requirements.
International Applicants
If you are not a U.S. citizen, you are considered an international student. Learn more about whether or not you'll be required to submit TOEFL scores, and find additional information on our International Students page.
To submit application-related materials that were not already submitted through the online application, email them to AdmissionsSupport@securemail.ccu.edu or mail to:
Colorado Christian University
Attn: Registration Services/Transcripts
8787 W. Alameda Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80226
Who should get an MBA with a Enterprise Agility emphasis?
MBA degree students who select the enterprise agility emphasis tend to have strong business or technical backgrounds. Organizational leaders with an understanding of the benefits of on-demand knowledge sharing, adaptability, and innovation can benefit from CCU's MBA in Enterprise Agility.
The curriculum is based on real-world business situations, giving students practical, hands-on experience that is applicable in their current work situation. In addition to equipping students with marketable skills, the enterprise agility emphasis also challenges students to consider how personal ethics and values can impact their work.
If you're interested in career development for enterprise agility professionals, fill out the form on the page today! Our enrollment counselors can answer your questions about CCU's Enterprise Agility graduate degrees.
MBA in Enterprise Agility Program FAQs
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How does agile leadership align with Christian values?
CCU's MBA in Enterprise Agility uniquely integrates biblical principles with modern agile methodologies, preparing you to become a servant leader who drives organizational transformation. The program emphasizes values-based decision-making through courses that explore how Christian ethics enhance team collaboration, adaptability, and innovation while applying servant leadership principles that naturally align with agile frameworks.
The curriculum includes scriptural perspectives on organizational change, enabling you to grow as a leader who combines technical agility expertise with Christian values. You'll strengthen your ability to influence your profession responsibly while fostering environments of trust, continuous improvement, and ethical decision-making that reflect both agile principles and biblical stewardship.
What career opportunities does enterprise agility create?
The MBA in Enterprise Agility opens doors to high-demand leadership positions in agile transformation, with average salaries reaching nearly for Enterprise Agile Coaches, according to Zip Recruiter. You'll be prepared for roles such as Director of Agile Transformation, VP of Enterprise Agility, Agile Program Manager, and senior consulting positions where organizations need leaders to navigate rapid change and implement agile methodologies.
Your enhanced qualifications position you for competitive opportunities across various industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing, where organizations seek agile transformation expertise. The advanced training in strategic management, organizational leadership, and agile frameworks creates pathways to executive-level consulting roles that require both technical agility and business leadership skills.
How long does completing this MBA take?
CCU's MBA in Enterprise Agility totals 39 credit hours and can be completed in as little as 18 months, allowing you to maintain your career and family commitments. The program utilizes an accelerated format, where you take one course at a time in five- or seven-week blocks, allowing you to focus intensively on each agile concept while managing professional responsibilities.
This flexible structure accommodates busy adult learners by eliminating multiple simultaneous courses that could overwhelm your schedule. The sequential approach ensures that you can master each area—from Enterprise Agility Concepts to Corporate Strategy implementation—without sacrificing family time or compromising your performance in your current position.
What hands-on agile experience is included?
The MBA program emphasizes practical application through courses designed to bridge agile theory with real-world transformation challenges. Enterprise Agility Concepts and Project Management offers hands-on experience with Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and XP frameworks that you can apply immediately to your current responsibilities. Enterprise Agility in Practice combines agile methodologies with biblical concepts through experiential learning.
The Enterprise Agility and Corporate Strategy coursework teaches you to apply agile principles at the organizational level, using real-world case studies and strategic transformation scenarios. These experiential components ensure that you develop actionable skills, enhancing your effectiveness as a change leader and building expertise applicable across various industries.
Is this program properly accredited and credible?
CCU's MBA program maintains accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring the degree meets rigorous academic standards recognized by employers nationwide. The university's commitment to educational excellence, combined with cutting-edge agile methodologies, creates a credential respected in both traditional and innovative business environments, guaranteeing that your investment will be recognized by future employers.
The program's curriculum aligns with industry-standard agile certifications, preparing you for advanced professional development that enhances career mobility and opportunities. CCU's established reputation in business education, coupled with comprehensive coverage of enterprise agility topics and strategic management, provides the credibility needed for executive-level advancement in today's transformation consulting market.
How does online learning accommodate working professionals?
CCU's 100% online format provides the flexibility essential for balancing your director-level responsibilities with family commitments and graduate studies. The program utilizes Brightspace technology to deliver interactive coursework that fits your schedule, allowing you to engage with agile concepts and complete assignments at your convenience, rather than adhering to rigid class times.
Course design enables you to participate in collaborative agile simulations, submit project work, and interact with faculty from any location with internet access. Weekly assignments provide structure while maintaining scheduling autonomy, and the one-course-at-a-time approach prevents academic overload that could compromise your effectiveness in current leadership roles or family involvement.
What industries benefit most from enterprise agility?
Enterprise agility drives transformation across virtually every industry, but technology, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing organizations show the highest demand for agile leadership expertise. Technology companies rely on agile principles for rapid product development, while healthcare organizations use enterprise agility to improve patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
The manufacturing and retail industries are increasingly adopting enterprise agility to enhance supply chain responsiveness and reduce time-to-market. Government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and consulting firms also seek agile transformation leaders to modernize operations. Your MBA positions you to lead change initiatives across these diverse sectors, offering exceptional career mobility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on organizational success.
State Exclusions for Online Students
Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.