Program Overview

M.S. in Commerce Program Overview

The M.S. in Commerce Program at McIntire is known for its well-structured curriculum that is tailored to help each student be successful. Students are challenged and supported, working hard to reach their goals. The program values the diverse perspectives that international students bring to the classroom.

Program Structure and Curriculum

The program is highly discussion-oriented and involves integrated group work that helps students apply what they have learned into practice. The education style requires strong engagement and teamwork, valuing students’ ideas and interpersonal skills. Professors often say, “There is no stupid question” and encourage all kinds of opinions in the classroom to improve the quality of discussions.

International Student Experience

International students find value from teamwork and the level of high engagement in class. They learn from peers from different backgrounds and the outstanding faculty at McIntire. The program is designed in a way to quickly improve business intuitions and provide students with opportunities to integrate their studies into the real business world.

Adaptation to the Program

Compared with studies in their home country, international students had to adapt to:

• Topic-related readings before class
• Participation being graded, requiring active engagement in class
• A fast-paced program with a lot of work, but each assignment is carefully organized to ensure integration of learning

Suggestions for Future International Students

• Start early with the application and be prepared to come with an open mind
• Don’t be disheartened, and eventually, it will be easier as you become familiar with your surroundings
• Be bold and connect with people from the U.S. and from other countries, as networking is key
• Being active is the top priority, and it is recommended to start building up your network from now on because networking allows you to have access to more opportunities

Program Details

• The program is tailored to help each student be successful
• It involves integrated group work and discussion-oriented classes
• The education style values students’ ideas and interpersonal skills
• The program provides opportunities to integrate studies into the real business world
• It is a fast-paced program with a lot of work, but each assignment is carefully organized to ensure integration of learning

Program Tracks

• Biotechnology
• Business Analytics
• Finance
• Marketing and Management

Entry Terms

• Fall 2026
• Fall 2027
• Fall 2028

Undergraduate School

• Various options available

Major of Study

• Various options available, including:
  • Architecture and Environmental Design
  • Arts – History, Theory, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
  • Arts and Humanities, Other
  • Classics
  • Communications/Journalism
  • Foreign Language
  • History
  • Languages and Literature
  • Media Studies
  • Philosophy/Sociology
  • Women, Gender & Sexuality
  • Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Conservation
  • Biology
  • Biology, Other
  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Banking and Finance
  • Business Administration and Management
  • Business Analytics/Data Analytics
  • Business/Commerce, Other
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing
  • Economics – Applied, General, and International
  • Economics, Other
  • Curriculum and Instruction
  • Early Childhood and Elementary Education
  • Education Administration
  • Education, Other
  • Higher, Secondary, and Special Education
  • Engineering, Other
  • Biomedical and Chemical Engineering
  • Civil and Industrial Engineering
  • Computer, Electrical, and Electronics Engineering
  • Materials, Mechanical, and Systems Engineering
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Global Studies/Global Development
  • Human Resources
  • Interdisciplinary, Other
  • Public Policy
  • Political Science, Government, Foreign Affairs, International Relations
  • Chemistry
  • Computer and Information Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Health and Medical Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Nursing
  • Physical and Earth Sciences
  • Sciences, Other
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Statistics
  • Other
  • Non-Profit Management
  • Public Administration