First Year (2020-2021)
Fall Semester (10 credits)
Spring Semester (8 credits)
Summer Semester (2 credits)
Second Year (2021-2022)
Fall Semester (6 credits)
Spring Semester (6 Credits)
Summer Semester (2 Credits)
Helpful Planning Tools for Fall 2020 Admits
MBA Capstone/Closing Residency Requirement - 2 Credits
Students must complete the MBA Capstone/Closing Residency as a part of the 36 required course credits in order to graduate. The MBA Capstone is a new venture simulation where teams will compete to attract investments and generate the best returns for the stakeholders. Students will gain experience in market analysis, strategy formulation, and the management of a new venture, exploring the interconnectedness of the various functional business areas.
Due to the nature of the course, students are strongly encouraged to complete this requirement near the end of their program of study. The Closing Residency will be held at Van Munching Hall in College Park. Students should anticipate an 8am-6pm schedule each day.
Target Graduation Date | MBA Closing Residency Dates |
August 2022 | Summer I 2022 - Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5 |
December 2022 | Fall Term B 2022 - Saturday, November 12 & Sunday, November 13 |
Elective Courses - 18 Credits
Students are required to complete 18 credits of elective courses for graduation. The below elective course timelines are meant as recommendations. The Fall 2020 Curriculum Guide can be utilized for student planning purposes. Curriculum and course numbers are subject to change. Please contact your campus advisor to discuss alternatives.
Term | 24 Month Program - Accelerated | 28 Month Program - Standard |
Winter 2021 | 1 elective course | |
Summer II 2021 | 2 elective courses | 1 elective course |
Fall 2021 | 1 elective course | 1 elective course |
Winter 2022 | Global Business Course Travel** | |
Spring 2022 | 1 elective course | 1 elective course |
Summer I 2022 | BUSI787 Integrative Capstone - MBA Closing Residency | |
Summer II 2022 | 2 elective courses | 2 elective course |
Fall 2022 | 4 elective courses BUSI787 Integrative Capstone - MBA Closing Residency |
** Global Business Course credits will appear as follows on student transcripts: 4 credits in Spring. For more information about Global Business Courses, please visit the Global Business Course page.