Press Release

Franklin University Recognized Again by Columbus CEO Readers for MBA and Continuing Education

Contact:

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

Columbus, OH (September 2, 2025)

Franklin University, a leader in flexible online education, is proud to be recognized once again by Columbus CEO readers as a Best of Business winner, earning top honors for both its MBA program and Continuing Education Offerings. Now in its 18th year, the annual poll celebrates organizations that consistently raise the bar in their industries—an achievement Franklin has attained for multiple years running.

“Franklin has always been focused on delivering education that anticipates what tomorrow’s workforce will require,” said Dr. David Decker, President of Franklin University. “To be recognized year after year by the readers of Columbus CEO is a testament to the confidence that students and employers place in our innovative approach to higher education.”

Franklin’s MBA program, accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), continues to stand out as Ohio’s premier online MBA. With the ability to finish in as few as 12 months and nine optional specializations – including Business Analytics, Information Technology, Operational Excellence, Healthcare, Marketing, STEM and more—the program empowers students to align their studies with career goals and thrive in today’s fast-moving marketplace.

The University also provides a wide range of continuing education opportunities through its FranklinWORKS Marketplace, Leadership Center, Center for Public Safety & Cybersecurity Education, Global Center for Healthcare Education, and International Institute for Innovative Instruction. These initiatives reflect Franklin’s mission to make lifelong learning accessible while equipping professionals with skills that match the demands of a changing world.

Learn more about why Franklin University was voted Best MBA Program and Best Continuing Education Provider by visiting: franklin.edu.

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).

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