Master's

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Earn a top-ranked MBA tailored for working professionals. Accelerate your career without stepping away. This flexible MBA blends rigorous core business fundamentals with practical application.

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Career Ready

Prepares you with the skills, credentials or connections to step directly into your field after graduation.

Real World Projects

Complete hands-on work relevant to your field of study.

Scheduled Live Courses

Synchronous class time with a professor online.

Top Ranked

Recognized among the best in its field by national rankings like U.S. News & World Report.

Next Application Date

July 15, 2027

Credits

Pacing

Part-Time

Format

Hybrid

Type of Program

Master's

Advance your expertise in Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The Online Part-Time MBA combines the flexibility working professionals need with the connection and collaboration that define a high-impact MBA experience. Through live, synchronous classes in a cohort-based format, you will build relationships with peers, engage directly with faculty, and expand your professional network alongside experienced professionals. Learn from the same faculty and same student-faculty ratio as the full-time MBA, culminating in an immersive weekend capstone in Pittsburgh focused on solving business challenges in a collaborative, applied setting. You’ll build skills in:Strategic decision-making and ethical leadershipFinancial accounting and analysisMarketing and customer insightOperations and supply chain managementBusiness analytics, applied AI and emerging technologies

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Experience

The program features an in-person MBA Capstone immersion, a culminating weekend experience in Pittsburgh where students collaborate with peers and senior business leaders on real-world challenges.

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Accreditation

Pitt Business is accredited by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), the premier global accreditor for business schools.

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The Master of Business Administration (MBA) has three application cycles per year.  You can start the program in the Fall, Spring, or Summer. Fill out the request for information form below to learn more or start your application.

Application deadline

July 15, 2027

Class start

Fall Term

What to Expect in Your Classes 

This program offers a mix of required and elective courses, totaling 45 credits. All coursework is delivered in an online synchronous format, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere. Classes run for 7 to 14 weeks each, allowing you to complete the program in approximately 2.5 to 3 years. Students will study part-time, typically 6 credits per term across Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Total Courses 15
Credit Hours 45
Format Hybrid
Class Lengths 7 to 14 weeks
Time to Completion 2.5–3 years
Pace Options Part-Time

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Plan Your Education With Confidence in Cost 

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) current tuition rates are listed for in-state and out-of-state students. To support students in financing their education, the University of Pittsburgh offers a range of financial aid options and payment plans, making it easier to manage tuition costs while completing your studies.

2026-27 tuition rates are pending approval by the Board of Trustees, expected in July 2026.

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$17,777

Full-time, per Term

$1,732

Part-time per Credit

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