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Balance work and graduate school on a part-time schedule.Footnote 3
Network with 304,000+ UC Davis alumni.
With a focus on new job creation, innovative leadership, and strong industry partnerships, the UC Davis Graduate School of Management empowers the next generation of business leaders to collaborate for impact — no matter where their careers take them.
Tuition cost$105,480Tuition and fees are subject to change and may increase each academic year. Tuition does not include student fees, technology platform licensing, or support services. Learners are also responsible for travel and accommodation costs related to any in-person immersions or residentials.
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This STEM-designated program will equip you with the business skills, tools, and competencies you need to lead positive change in a competitive global environment. Learn from the same faculty as on-campus MBA students as you expand or refine your professional interests.
Build a strong foundation in the functional areas of business, including operations, marketing, strategy, accounting, and more.
Cultivate a deeper understanding of specialized business topics through electives and self-guided concentrations.
Collaborate with peers on an integrated management project, where you’ll gain hands-on experience solving real-world problems.
This program offers four start dates annually, and accepts applications on a rolling basis. The application fee is $125 (waivers available). In addition to your online application, you will need to submit:
Transcripts from all academic institutions attended
Resume or CV outlining employment history
Application essays
Two professional letters of recommendation
The UC Davis Graduate School of Management is founded on a culture of collaboration that emphasizes diverse voices, experiences, and backgrounds. Meet the Online MBA class of 2021, the members of which are dedicated to working together in pursuit of better business solutions.
Network with classmates, professors, and industry leaders in California’s industry and technology hubs, like Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and Napa Valley. During these immersive learning experiences, you’ll collaborate with your peers on first-person case studies, expand your business perspective with presentations from guest speakers, and simulate real-world scenarios with the help of subject matter experts.