Traditional MBA
One-Year Option A
In the key years of your professional life, you may decide it is not feasible to dedicate two years to an MBA program. The Option A program, which lasts only 12 months, is perfect for students who seek the benefits of a graduate business degree—while minimizing tuition costs and lost salary—and wish to resume their career as quickly as possible. This program is designed for students from all undergraduate backgrounds, and there are no business prerequisites required prior to enrollment.
Curriculum
You will complete the majority of your core business courses during the summer sessions and then complete the remaining requirements alongside your nine electives. Students in the One-year Option A program join the second-year and Option B MBA program students for these electives during the fall and spring semesters. UF MBA elective courses offer the opportunity for Option A students to focus on areas specific to your career path, while also earning concentrations and certificates. Although in an accelerated format, you will tailor electives to meet your professional goals. Typically, students take three to four total courses per module.
Besides the reduced time spent earning the degree, the One-year Option A Traditional MBA offers significant savings on tuition costs. All admitted students to the Option A program receive a 1/3 tuition bonus, which covers 16 credits of tuition and fees in the summer term.
During the summer term, you will complete 10 of the 15 required courses. This is a fast-paced program (12 months), and our students are always amazed at how much they accomplish in such a short period of time. Graduate course descriptions provide more information on these courses.
| Summer A | Summer B |
|---|---|
| ACG 5005 Financial Accounting |
ACG 5075 Managerial Accounting |
| QMB 5304 Intro to Managerial Statistics |
QMB 5305 Adv. Managerial Statistics |
| FIN 5437 Finance I: Asset Valuation, Risk & Return |
FIN 5439 Finance II: Capital Structure & Risk Management Issues |
| GEB 5212 Management Communication: Professional Writing |
GEB 5215 Management Communication: Presentation Skills |
| ECP 5702 Managerial Economics |
MAN 5502 Production & Operations Management |
During the fall and spring semesters, you will complete the final four core courses and pair them with at least nine elective courses. You can focus your studies by engaging in one or more of the 14 concentrations, or by creating your own general business concentration by selecting a broad range of elective courses. You may also expand your expertise in a certain area by earning one of the seven certificates offered by the Hough Graduate School of Business. In your last term you will also take Strategic Management, our capstone course, to complete the 48 credits.
| Module 1 | Fall Break | Module 2 | Module 3 | Spring Break | Module 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAR 5806 Problems & Methods in Marketing Management |
Global Immersion Experience (optional) | MAN 5246 Organiza |
BUL 5811 Managers & the Legal Environment |
Global Immersion Experience (optional) | MAN 6724 Strategic Management |
| ECO 5715 Open Economy Macro |
Elective | Elective | Elective | ||
| Elective | Elective | Elective | Elective | ||
| Elective (or GIE) | |||||
| MAN 6930 Leadership Essentials | MAN 6930 The Ethical Role of the Manager | Elective (or GIE) |
Students in this highly accelerated program often take advantage of the global immersion experiences offered in-between course modules. These programs offer a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of international business, as well as condensing the majority of course work for an entire two-credit course into a one-week class.
Cost Summary
All amounts are based on current estimates of fees, tuition, and expenses. These amounts are expected to increase each year. A non-refundable Professional Development Fee is required upon admission.
| Projected Budget | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Development Fee | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Tuition & Fees (48 credits) | $25,178.88 | $59,965.44 |
| Less 1/3 Scholarship (16 credits) | $(8,392.96) | $(19,988.48) |
| Total Program Tuition & Fees* | $17,785.92 | $40,976.96 |
Scholarship and Graduate Assistantship Criteria
- Significant professional work experience
- Academic performance
- Proven leadership
- Notable accomplishments
- Superior GMAT score and GPA
Additional Information
*All costs are estimated. Actual amounts may vary and tuition may increase.
**Student laptop computers must meet or exceed the hardware and software computer requirements as set by the Warrington College of Business Administration. Cost estimates assume the purchase of a new computer, which will vary according to vendor and final purchase specifications as selected by the student.
Program Calendar
Option A Class of 2014 Critical Dates for 2013-2014
Summer 2013
- May 6-10 - Orientation
- May 13 - Summer A Classes Begin
- May 24 - Summer A/C Fees Due
- May 27 - Memorial Day- No Classes
- June 21 - Summer A Classes End
- July 1 - Summer B Classes Begin
- July 4 - Independence Day - no classes
- July 12 - Summer B Fees Due
- August 9 - Summer B/C Classes End
Fall 2013
- August 19 - Module 1 Classes Begin
- August 19-23 - Fall Drop/Add
- August 30 - Fees Due
- September 2 - Labor Day- no classes
- September 27 - Last Day to drop Module 1 courses with “W” grade
- October 4 - Module 1 Last Day of Classes
- October 7-11 - Module 1 Finals Week
- October 7-25 - Module 2 Drop/Add
- October 14-18 - Fall Break
- October 18 - Homecoming Parade – No Classes
- October 19 - Homecoming Football game
- October 21 - Module 2 Classes Begin
- November 1 - Module 2 Drop/Add Fee Adjustment Due
- November 4 - Spring Priority Registration Begins
- November 11 - Veterans’ Day (observed) – No Classes
- November 18 - Spring Regular Registration Begins
- November 27-30 - Thanksgiving – No Classes
- November 26 - Last Day to drop Module 2 courses with “W” grade
- December 6 - Module 2 Last Day of Classes
- December 9-13 - Module 2 Finals Week
Spring 2014
- January 3 - Spring Regular Registration Ends
- January 6 - Module 3 Classes Begin
- January 6-10 - Spring Drop/Add
- January 17 - Spring Fees Due by 3:30 PM
- January 20 - MLK Day – No Classes
- February 14 - Last Day to drop Module 3 courses with “W” grade
- February 21 - Module 3 Last Day of Classes
- February 24-28 - Module 3 Finals Week
- March 3-7 - Spring Break
- February 24- March 14 - Module 4 Drop/Add
- March 10 - Module 4 Classes Begin
- March 21 - Module 4 Drop/Add Fee Adjustment Due
- April 18 - Last Day to Drop Module 4 courses with “W” grade
- April 25 - Module 4 Last Day of Classes
- April 28-May 2 - Module 4 Finals Week
- May 3 - CLASS OF 2014 GRADUATION
Orientation
Orientation is a required program that takes place the week before classes begin. It is a critical part of the UF MBA experience that introduces you to the key areas of our program that are vital to your success. You will meet your classmates, teammates, faculty, advisors and staff. Additionally, you will learn about the culture and traditions that make UF MBA great!
What to expect
- We kick off with an informal breakfast and welcome from our staff, faculty and current students.
- On Academic Day, we cover the curriculum, case study methodology, faculty expectations and training on our technology interfaces.
- During Career Development Day, you will be introduced to our career development process, and hear from corporate partners on what they're looking for from a UF MBA graduate.
- The Challenge Course Day is everyone's favorite. Cohorts really get to know each other while working together on the campus challenge course.
- Networking events include a reception, activities hosted by our current UF MBA students and a panel discussion and luncheon with alumni.
Please plan to participate in Orientation activities during business hours each day and during the evenings of Monday and Friday. Spouses and partners are welcome to the networking event on Friday night.
