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A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management

Educating leaders, innovators and scholars who are as diverse as the challenges they face, the workforces they lead, and the enterprises they grow.

With a nationally-ranked and internationally-recognized MBA program, the AACSB-accredited A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at the UCR School of Business is one of the fastest-growing graduate business schools in Southern California, shaping the future by developing leading thinkers who will stand at the forefront of business growth.

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STEM-DESIGNATED DEGREE PROGRAMS

All graduate programs are STEM-designated degree programs (science, technology, engineering and math). International students in a STEM-designated program are eligible for 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) to work in the United States in their field of study after graduation.

Graduate Admissions

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Get ahead with a graduate degree from UCR Business:

Master of Business Administration

The two-year STEM-designated Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers endless opportunities to tailor your learning experience to your professional aspirations and personal passions.

Program format: Full-time, on campus & weekends

Time to complete:
21 months

Average work experience:
24 months

Average age:
26

MBA Program

Professional MBA

Designed with a highly flexible curriculum and convenient evening and weekend course options, the Professional MBA is the ideal part-time STEM-designated program for individuals who want to build their skills without interrupting their careers. Students enrolled in the Professional MBA program also have the flexibility to enroll in classes throughout the day and complete the program on a full-time basis.

Program format: Part-time, full-time, on campus & weekends
Time to complete: At your own pace or within 21 months

Professional MBA

Master of Finance

Build a career in the world of finance as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or as a member of the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). UCR's STEM-designated Master of Finance program provides the essentials for becoming a leader in financial management across organizations and industries.

Program format: Full-time or part-time, on campus

Time to complete:
9 months, 15 months, or at your pace

Average work experience:
19 months

Average age:
26

Finance Program

Master of Professional Accountancy

Build your career in accounting through advanced education in audit and assurance, taxation, accounting information systems and ethics. UCR's STEM-designated Master of Professional Accountancy prepares you to take the lead in financial accountability, auditing and assurance for national and international businesses.

Program format: Full-time, part-time, on campus

Time to complete:
9 months, 15 months, or at your pace

Average work experience:
26 months

Average age:
25

Accounting Program

Master of Science in Business Analytics

Build a career in the growing and important field of business analytics. UCR’s STEM-designated graduate degree in business analytics will bring your business acumen and statistical computing skills to a level that allows you to make the most of vast business data.

Program format: Full-time or part-time, on campus

Time to complete:
9 months, 15 months, or at your own pace

Average work experience:
20 months

Average age:
25

Business Analytics Program

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Landing a top job in a renowned company is the ambition for many MBA graduates. Business school grads Simon Isaac and Natalie Qaqish were ready for the challenge. After completing an MBA in California, they landed their dream jobs at...

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Meet the UC Riverside School of Business MBA Class of 2024

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Poets & Quants UCR MBA Class of 2024 | Leadership team

December 02, 2022

Poets & Quants: An Interview with the UCR Business Leadership Team

This article was recently published on Poets & Quants, a premium online resource for prospective graduate business students worldwide. Also read the first part of the article: "Meet the UC Riverside School of Business MBA Class of 2024."