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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Schedule

Our program has been meticulously designed to accommodate the time demands faced by fully-employed students. Course schedules are thoughtfully structured for the working professional, allowing students to attend classes on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. 

Our program spans five consecutive terms, designed for completion within 18 months, starting each Summer. This means that students entering in Summer 2025 will complete the program by Fall 2026, giving you the opportunity to rapidly enhance your career prospects. However, if additional time is needed to earn the degree, we provide the flexibility to accommodate your schedule.

Program Schedule 

Program Length
Length Entry
18 Month Program Every Summer

The program sequence is: 

Year One

 
  • Summer - 2 courses (6 units)
  • Fall - 3 courses (9 units)
  • Spring - 3 courses (9 units)

Year Two

  • Summer - 2 courses (6 units)
  • Fall - 5 courses (11 units)
The final Fall term consists of BA 650 Strategic Management in the Global Environment, BA 671 Essential Knowledge and Critical Skills Workshops, BA 673 Meet the Leaders, and BA 680 Master's Project.

Class Schedule 

Fall and Spring Semesters

  • 16 weeks each
  • Classes held on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays.

Summer Terms

  • 10 weeks each
  • Classes held on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays.

Curriculum