With its deep ties to Virginia’s growing innovation economy, Radford University is
expanding access to cutting-edge business education with a new online Master of Business
Administration (MBA) concentration in Innovation. With support from Risepoint, classes
will start in Spring 2026 and will equip professionals with the skills to drive strategic
transformation across industries and communities in Virginia and beyond.
This fully online MBA will offer working professionals the flexibility to advance
their careers while gaining specialized expertise in strategic innovation, technological
fluency, transformation skills and leadership in change and innovation.
“At Radford, we prepare students to lead with purpose and act with impact, and this
new program embodies that mission,” said Donna McCloskey, Dean of the Davis College
of Business and Economics. “The MBA in Innovation will empower graduates to tackle
complex challenges, inspire creative thinking and foster innovation wherever they
lead.”
A University Built for Impact
Radford is a public institution known for its student-centered approach, rigorous
academics and commitment to real-world relevance. The university consistently ranks
among the top public schools in the region, offering programs that blend hands-on
learning, community engagement and career preparation.
The online Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Innovation reflects
Radford’s continued investment in professional and graduate education and aligns with
the university’s vision to serve as a hub for economic development and leadership
across the Commonwealth and beyond.
Supporting Growth Through Partnership
The new concentration in Innovation, brought online in partnership by Risepoint, will
extend Radford’s reach to working adults seeking to lead change in sectors such as
business, healthcare, government, technology and education.
“Radford’s new MBA is built for leaders who are ready to do things differently, while
making a meaningful impact,” said Fernando Bleichmar, CEO of Risepoint. “We’re proud
to support Radford’s graduate business program expansion and help bring this innovative
program to working adults and learners looking for flexibility.”
To learn more about this and other online programs at Radford, visit https://online.radford.edu.
About Risepoint
Risepoint is an education technology company that provides world-class support and
trusted expertise to more than 100 universities and colleges. We primarily work with
regional universities, helping them develop and grow their high-ROI, workforce-focused
online degree programs in critical areas such as nursing, teaching, business and public
service. Risepoint is dedicated to increasing access to affordable education so that
more students, especially working adults, can improve their careers and meet employer
and community needs. Learn more at risepoint.com.
