Traditional MBA
One-Year Option B
Candidates who graduated with an undergraduate degree in Business within the past seven years are eligible for enrollment in our One-year Option B Traditional MBA Program. This unique, fast-track program allows you to accelerate your studies and earn an MBA in only 10 months. Option B begins each June and is tailored for students who want to build on an already extensive business background, both professionally and academically.
Curriculum
The curriculum for the One-year Option B program eliminates core business courses completed at the undergraduate level and instead includes 11 elective courses so you can focus on the skills demanded by your chosen career. Students must complete 22 credits of elective courses and six required courses, including Strategic Management, our Capstone class. Students in the One-year Option B program join the second-year and Option A MBA program students for these elective courses during the fall and spring semesters. The UF MBA elective courses offer the opportunity for you to focus on areas specific to your career path, while also earning concentrations and certificates. Typically, students take three to four total courses per module.
During the summer term, your small cohort will engage in an intensive series of courses that are critical for all MBA students. These courses will best prepare you for the elective courses you will select in the fall and spring semesters. Graduate course descriptions provide more information on these courses.
| Summer B |
|---|
| FIN 6930 Corporate Finance (Students with recent degrees in Finance may petition to take a more advanced Finance course) |
| MAR 6335 Building/Managing Brand Equity |
| GEB 5212 Management Communication: Professional Writing |
| GEB 5215 Management Communication: Presentation Skills |
In the fall and spring semesters, you will join the rest of your graduating class (2-Year and Option A students) to complete 11 electives, the Edge Professional Leadership course and the Strategic Management capstone course, to complete the 32 credits.
| Module 1 | Fall Break | Module 2 | Module 3 | Spring Break | Module 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elective | Global Immersion Experience (optional) | Elective | Elective | Global Immersion Experience (optional) | MAN 6724 Strategic Management |
| Elective | Elective | Elective | Elective | ||
| Elective (or GIE) | Elective | Elective (or GIE) | Elective | ||
| MAN 6930 Leadership Essentials | MAN 6930 The Ethical Role of the Manager |
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 (32 credits) | $16,785.92 | $39,976.96 |
| 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 B Class of 2014 Critical Dates for 2013-2014
Summer 2013
- June 17-21 - Orientation
- June 24-28 - Foundation’s Review
- July 1 - Summer B Classes Begin
- July 1-2 - Summer B Drop/Add
- July 4 - Independence Day - no classes
- July 12 - Summer B Fees Due
- July 15 - Fall Priority Registration Begins
- July 29 - Fall Regular Registration Begins
- August 2 - Last Day to Drop Summer B Course
- August 9 - Summer B/C Classes End
Fall 2013
- August 19 - Module 1 Classes Begin
- August 19-23 - Fall Drop/Add
- August 30 - Fall Fees Due by 3:30 PM
- 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.
