The Smith School's MBA programs have a STEM-designation, highlighting the curriculum's focus on analysis and data-driven methodologies. This designation reflects and acknowledges the degree's significance for those interested in pursuing roles in data analytics and technology-driven industries.
The Online MBA program follows a 24-month format:
- All required courses are completed online with the option to take classes in-person at one of the three off-site campuses in Rockville, Md.; Baltimore, Md.; or Washington, D.C.
- Students may focus their electives in the areas of Finance, Information Systems/Business Analytics, Marketing, or Supply Chain Management. However, official concentrations do not exist at the Robert H. Smith School of Business and a notation will not appear on your diploma or transcript indicating an area of focus.
- Degrees conferred from May 2023 to present receive the STEM-designation.
- The MBA must be completed within five years, per University policy.
Graduation Requirements
- 54 credits - Required Credits and Elective Credits
- Cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0
Required Courses
The required courses emphasize learning fundamental business concepts; critical analytical and problem solving skills; and essential teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
BUSO600 Leadership and Teamwork - 2 credits
BUSO601 Corporate Finance I - 2 credits
BUSO602 Financial Accounting - 2 credits
BUSO603 Data Analysis - 2 credits
BUSO604 Managerial Economics and Public Policy - 2 credits
BUSO612 Marketing Management - 2 credits
BUSO614 Strategic Management - 2 credits
BUSO616 Managerial Accounting - 2 credits
BUSO620 Strategic Information Systems - 2 credits
BUSO624 Operations Management - 2 credits
BUSO626 The Global Economic Environment - 2 credits
BUSO700 Fundamentals of Business - 2 credits
BUSO701 Integrative Business Capstone - 2 credits
BUSO702 Action Learning Project - 1 credit
BUSO703 Action Learning Project - 3 credits
BUSO704 Ethical Leadership - 2 credits
BUSO705 Business Communication - 2 credits
BUSO706 Organizational Change - 2 credits
BUSO711 Executive Powers and Negotiation
BUSO712 Entrepreneurship - 2 credits
BUSO713 Supply Chain Management - 2 credits
BUSO716 Decision Modeling - 2 credits
BUSO758J Corporate Finance II - 2 credits
Elective Courses
Students choose electives based on their interests.
Note: Curriculum is subject to change.