UCR Professional MBA Program

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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.

Effective Immediately: UCR GMAT/GRE and TOEFL/IELTS requirement waived 

As a response to the unique global impact caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus, and an effort to support our students, the University of California, Riverside Graduate School of Business will alter the admissions requirements for all applicants for Fall 2020. 

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#91
Best Graduate Business Schools
90%
Employed within 3 months of graduation
$67K
MBA STARTING SALARY RANGE
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At Your Pace
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7 Concentrations to Choose From
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10 Required Courses
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9 Elective Courses
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1 Required Project or Internship
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Capstone or Thesis Project

Fall 2020 Deadlines

 

  • Priority Round: 
    December 15, 2019
  • Round 2: 
    January 31, 2020
  • Round 3: 
    March 31, 2020
  • International Late Round: 
    August 1, 2020
  • Domestic Late Round:
    August 1, 2020

Diana Cullen, Professional MBA '18

"With the Professional MBA, I can balance work and classes at my pace. The program allows me to work full-time during the day and attend classes in the evenings or on weekends. I also enjoy volunteering and traveling with my husband, and I was afraid I'd have to sacrifice too much out of my life to pursue an MBA. In this program, I can get an MBA and still have an active lifestyle!"

Top 10 Reasons to Choose the Professional MBA

 

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • GROW YOUR NETWORK

    UCR School of Business will connect you to an exclusive network of business leaders, partners and alumni.

  • 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.

  • BUSINESS LEADERS ARE YOUR MENTORS

    Successful business leaders will mentor you through the Executive Fellows and Business Mentors programs.

  • TOP-RANKED MBA PROGRAM

    The MBA program is ranked in the Top 100 Best Graduate Business Programs in the nation.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • PERSONALIZED FOR YOU

    You can work with an Academic Advisor tailor your academic program specifically to your interests, passions and career aspirations.

  • 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.