Professional MBA
Professional MBA
Study at your own pace and accelerate your career with a nationally ranked MBA from one of the most diverse and fastest growing University of California campuses. The UCR Professional MBA program is for professionals who want to build their professional skill sets without interrupting their careers. With a highly flexible curriculum, you can tailor the program to your professional aspirations.
The Professional MBA mirrors the full-time MBA with the same curriculum and the same world-class faculty. You will learn from distinguished scholars and practitioners who have unmatched academic credentials and pursue new applied research projects. The Professional MBA can be completed in as little as under five quarters, or over the course of several years as you drive your career forward.
The Professional MBA is a STEM-certified degree program (science, technology, engineering and math). International students in a STEM-designated program are able to apply for 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) to work in the United States in their field of study after graduation.
GMAT/GRE is Optional
As COVID-19 has caused disruption to the global standardized testing infrastructure, and in an effort to support our prospective students, the University of California, A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management will not require the GMAT or GRE exam for applicants for Fall 2021.
Fall 2021 Application Deadlines
- Priority Round:
December 15, 2020 - Round 2:
January 31, 2021 - Round 3:
March 31, 2021 - International Late Round:
June 1, 2021 - Domestic Late Round:
August 1, 2021
Top 10 Reasons to Choose the Professional MBA
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ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
Whether you're a seasoned professional or early in your career, the part-time MBA accelerates and expands your professional future without interrupting your career.
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AT YOUR PACE
The program offers the flexibility of evening and weekend classes, so you can study at your own pace. Complete the program in a little as 24 months or over the course of several years.
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GROW YOUR NETWORK
UCR School of Business will connect you to an exclusive network of business leaders, partners and alumni.
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BECOME AN EXPERT
Gain unique skill sets that will set you apart as an expert in a particular area of business by choosing one or two MBA concentrations.
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BUSINESS LEADERS ARE YOUR MENTORS
Successful business leaders will mentor you through the Executive Fellows and Business Mentors programs.
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TOP-RANKED MBA PROGRAM
The MBA program is ranked in the Top 100 Best Graduate Business Programs in the nation.
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UC EDUCATION
The University of California is nationally ranked among the best academic systems. Study at one of the most diverse and fastest growing University of California campuses.
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WORLD CLASS FACULTY
You will learn from distinguished scholars and practitioners who have unmatched academic credentials. With award-winning faculty as mentors, you will explore new applied research projects to pursue within the curriculum.
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PERSONALIZED FOR YOU
You can work with an Academic Advisor tailor your academic program specifically to your interests, passions and career aspirations.
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A HUB OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
At the nexus of international trade and commerce, Inland Southern California is one of the fastest growing regions in the country.