Flagship
MBA Foundations: Business Administration Essentials
with Marcus Delgado, MBA
The big picture of how businesses create value, compete, and make decisions — your first step into modern management.
A Modern Business Education
Learn the business skills that actually move careers and companies.
Self-paced online programs covering the core of a modern MBA — strategy, marketing, finance, leadership and more — taught in plain language you can apply on Monday.
15 Business disciplines
$120 Per course
100% Self-paced & online
4.8★ Avg. student rating
How it works
A clear path from curious to capable
Pick a course, learn at your own pace through short video lessons and readings, prove what you know with quizzes, and earn a certificate of completion.
1 · Choose
Choose your course
Browse a catalog built around the real disciplines of business. Each course is just $120 with lifetime access.
2 · Learn
Learn by doing
Watch concise lessons, read curriculum written for working adults, and complete practical exercises you can use immediately.
3 · Prove
Prove your mastery
Pass module quizzes and a final mastery assessment, then download a printable certificate of completion.
Programs
Featured courses
Five flagship and specialist programs covering the foundation of business administration.
Flagship
Marketing, Sales & Customer Acquisition
with Priya Raman, MBA
Find customers, tell a story that sells, and build a repeatable engine for growth across modern channels.
Flagship
Finance, Accounting & Business Decisions
with David Okonkwo, CPA, MBA
Read the numbers behind any business — statements, cash flow, and the decisions that drive profit.
Specialist
Taxes & Payroll for Owners and Employees
with David Okonkwo, CPA, MBA
W-2 vs 1099, payroll administration, and pre- and post-tax deductions — demystified for real businesses.
Specialist
HR, Benefits & the PEO Decision
with James Calloway, MBA
Retirement plans, health benefit models, Section 125 plans, and the pros and cons of using a PEO.
Faculty
Learn from experienced practitioners
Our instructors have built, financed, marketed, and led real businesses — and they teach what works.
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Dr. Jonathan A. Whitfield
President
DBA, Strategy · Former CEO
Founder of the College and a 25-year operator who scaled two companies from startup to acquisition. He sets the academic vision and standards.
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Dr. Eleanor Prescott
Dean, Faculty of Business Administration
PhD, Organizational Behavior
Dean of the faculty and lead curriculum architect. She spent 15 years advising leadership teams before devoting herself to teaching.
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Marcus Delgado, MBA
Strategy & Management
MBA · Ex-management consultant
Advised Fortune 500 leadership on strategy and operations for a decade. Teaches the MBA Foundations flagship.
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Priya Raman, MBA
Marketing & Sales
MBA · Former VP of Growth
Built marketing engines for three high-growth startups. She turns brand and demand into a repeatable system.
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David Okonkwo, CPA, MBA
Finance & Accounting
CPA · MBA, Finance
A practicing CPA who has closed the books for everything from corner shops to venture-backed firms.
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Sofia Marchetti, MS
Operations & Analytics
MS, Business Analytics
Helps teams make decisions with data without drowning in it. Specializes in operations and process design.
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James Calloway, MBA
Entrepreneurship & Leadership
MBA · Serial founder
Started four companies and now coaches founders on building teams, culture, and the people side of business.
Student Success
Graduates building careers and companies
Real words from members of our community about the doors a practical business education opened for them.
Pricing
Simple, honest pricing
No subscriptions, no surprises. Pay once per course and keep lifetime access.
Per Course
$120 one-time
- Lifetime access to one full course
- Video lessons, readings & exercises
- Module quizzes & final mastery assessment
- Printable certificate of completion
Best Value · All-Access
$480 one-time
- Every current & future course
- All certificates of completion
- Priority access to new programs
- Save over buying five courses
About the College
Practical business education, built for real life
Mesquite College of Business Studies exists to make the most useful parts of a business education accessible to anyone — entrepreneurs, managers, business owners, and professionals who want to grow.
Rather than emphasizing academic theory alone, every course is built around applied concepts students can use immediately in their careers and ventures. Learn the way busy adults actually learn: in focused lessons, on your own schedule, with knowledge that transfers straight to the real world.
Scientia et Industria
“Knowledge and Industry” — our founding motto and the spirit of every program we build.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who are these courses for?
Anyone who wants to start or grow a business, move into leadership or management, contribute to a startup, or simply understand business better. No prior degree or experience is required.
How long do I have to complete a course?
Courses are fully self-paced and your access does not expire. Most students finish a course in three to six weeks studying a few hours per week, but you can go faster or slower.
What does a course cost?
Each course is a one-time $120 payment with lifetime access. An All-Access option ($480) unlocks every current and future course.
How are courses delivered?
Entirely online. Each course contains video lessons, written curriculum, practical exercises, module quizzes, and a final mastery assessment — all viewable on any device.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. When you complete every lesson and pass the assessments, you can download and print a personalized certificate of completion bearing the College crest and seal.
What is the passing score for quizzes?
Module quizzes require 75% to pass, and the final mastery assessment requires 70%. You can retake any quiz as many times as you need.
Do I need any special software?
No. Everything runs in your web browser on a phone, tablet, or computer. Your progress is saved automatically as you go.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes. If a course isn't the right fit, contact us within 14 days of purchase for a full refund, provided you haven't completed more than the first module.
Is this an accredited college?
No. Mesquite College of Business Studies is not an accredited college or university and does not offer accredited academic degrees. Our programs are designed to provide practical, real-world business education focused on the skills and knowledge most relevant to today's entrepreneurs, managers, business owners, and professionals.
Rather than emphasizing academic theory alone, our curriculum is built around applied business concepts that students can use immediately in their careers and ventures. This program is ideal for individuals who want to start or grow a business, advance into leadership or management roles, contribute to the growth of a startup, or strengthen their overall understanding of business administration. Students complete the program with a broader business perspective, stronger decision-making abilities, and greater confidence in applying business principles in real-world situations.
Ready to invest in yourself?
Start with MBA Foundations and build the business knowledge that compounds for the rest of your career.