Franklin University Recognized for Innovative MBA and Continuing Education Programs in Columbus CEO 2024 Poll

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Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Franklin University is proud to announce its recognition as the Best of Business winner for both its MBA program and Continuing Education Offerings in this year’s Columbus CEO magazine reader poll. Now in its 17th year, the poll highlights businesses that are shaping industries through innovative approaches. Franklin’s consecutive recognition signifies its forward-thinking educational strategies.

As industries continue to evolve at an unprecedented pace, Franklin University stands at the forefront of educational innovation, consistently adapting its programs to align with emerging workforce trends and prepare students for career success. This recognition not only reinforces Franklin’s esteemed reputation as Ohio’s leading Online MBA provider but also highlights the University’s unwavering commitment to anticipating and responding to the demands of the modern job market. By aligning its offerings with the future trajectory of industries, Franklin ensures that its students not only keep pace with change but are empowered to lead and thrive in their respective fields.

“Our mission is to provide high-quality, relevant education enabling the broadest possible community of learners to achieve their goals by offering programs aligned with today’s workforce needs,” said Dr. David Decker, President of Franklin University. “The recognition by Columbus CEO readers reinforces our dedication to innovation and to providing students with the tools they need to flourish in a changing world.”

Franklin’s MBA program is designed to adapt to the shifting demands of the global marketplace, allowing students to complete the program in as few as 12 months. Accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), the MBA curriculum fosters leadership foresight and a management perspective across all functional areas of business. Franklin’s commitment to versatility is reflected in its customizable MBA specializations, including Business Analytics, Healthcare, Information Technology, Operational Excellence, and more, enabling students to align their studies with their specific career goals.

In addition to its flagship MBA, Franklin’s innovative approach extends to its continuing education offerings, available through its FranklinWORKS Marketplace, Leadership Center, Center for Public Safety & Cybersecurity Education, Global Center for Nursing & Healthcare Education, and the International Institute for Innovative Instruction. These programs include microcredentials and certificates designed to help professionals advance in their careers by gaining specialized, in-demand skills. By recognizing the shifts in industry requirements, Franklin empowers learners to continuously adapt and succeed.

Learn more about Franklin University’s forward-looking MBA program and its innovative approach to career readiness: franklin.edu/degrees/masters/mba.

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).