Innovative Program Design
USF’s MBA program is a challenging program that provides more than just functional business knowledge. It prepares students for a lifetime of opportunities, not just the next job. Students learn how to become effective leaders who understand how to improve, redesign, and integrate complex systems in order to create customer value.
The MBA program includes the traditional business fundamentals and goes beyond them to stress:
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Cultural Diversity and Ethics
- Technology and Innovation
- Communication
- International Perspective
- Professional Development
Designed with the full-time professional in mind, USF MBA students have an average of six years professional work experience (at least two years work experience is required). This work experience requirement provides meaningful background that will enhance the student’s learning experience and equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to take leadership positions in business.
Fall Application Deadlines
- Domestic - July 1
- International (In the US who do not need an initial I-20) - July 1
- International (Outside the US) - Feb 1
Spring Application Deadlines
- Domestic - November 1
- International (In the US who do not need an initial I-20) - October 1
- International (Outside the US) - July 1
Admission Requirements
The USF MBA program will consider the strength of each applicant based on the entire completed application. Outstanding qualities in one area may compensate for a weakness in another. The Admission Committee will consider: prior college-level academic performance (bachelor’s degree from regionally accredited institution required), GMAT (preferred) or GRE scores, professional work experience, recommendation letters, a statement of purpose, community or volunteer service, and any other information that might help convince the committee that the applicant is a good fit for this program.
USF’s premier MBA program mixes several types of learning: teamwork, class discussion, presentations, case analyses, and experience. We are seeking competitive candidates who would fit well in this multi-faceted learning environment to become part of the USF MBA community.
International applicants from non English-speaking countries must also meet minimum TOEFL scores.
