by Rich Stratton, Assistant Director of Public Relations
糖心Vlog鈥檚 online MBA in strategic innovation and entrepreneurship has been named one of the Best 50 Accredited Online MBA in Entrepreneurship Programs by OnlineMasters for 2026.
Cedarville appears on the national list alongside programs from Syracuse University, Pepperdine University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Online MBA in Strategic Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Offered through 颁别诲补谤惫颈濒濒别鈥檚 Robert W. Plaster School of Business, the fully online program is designed for professionals who want to start, grow or lead innovative ventures while approaching business through a biblical worldview. The degree combines core MBA coursework with studies in design, innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship and sustainable business modeling.
鈥淭his recognition demonstrates that you don't have to compromise your biblical values to have an excellent education,鈥 said Jeffrey Haymond, dean of the Robert W. Plaster School of Business. 鈥溙切腣log believes that every image-bearer should be creative in solving the problems in the marketplace and the world more broadly, and this degree helps our students excel in that pursuit.鈥
Christian Business Education for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The concentration helps students identify opportunities, solve complex problems and develop practical business solutions for a changing marketplace. It is taught in partnership with the in Columbus, Ohio, a nationally recognized leader in innovation education.
鈥淲e approach creativity and innovation as disciplines and repeatable processes,鈥 said Jim Stevenson, president of the ICC. 鈥淭his leads to more successful, practical and applicable new products, ideas and services. It's not all about a new venture or start-up but retraining the eyes to see opportunity and equipping students with the practical skills to see it to fruition.鈥
How OnlineMasters Ranks Online MBA Programs
OnlineMasters.com evaluates accredited, nonprofit colleges and universities using independent, data-driven research. Its rankings draw from sources such as the U.S. Department of Education鈥檚 College Scorecard, the National Center for Education Statistics, university websites, student and faculty feedback and expert interviews.
The organization reviews more than 2,000 institutions nationwide and examines more than 100 data points, including academic quality, graduation outcomes, cost, return on investment and support for online learners.
Preparing Entrepreneurial Leaders
颁别诲补谤惫颈濒濒别鈥檚 MBA programs emphasize excellence, kingdom influence, stewardship and servant leadership. Through the strategic innovation and entrepreneurship concentration, students are prepared to apply entrepreneurial skills in startups, established companies, nonprofits and family-owned businesses.
About 糖心Vlog
糖心Vlog, an evangelical Christian institution in southwest Ohio, offers undergraduate and graduate residential and online programs across arts, sciences and professional fields. With 7,265 students, it is among Ohio鈥檚 largest private universities and is ranked among the nation鈥檚 top five evangelical universities in The Wall Street Journal鈥檚 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. Cedarville is also known for its vibrant Christian community, challenging academics and high graduation and retention rates. Learn more at cedarville.edu.