Program Overview

Introduction to the Accelerated, Full-Time MBA Program

The Accelerated, Full-Time MBA program at Florida State University is designed for students who are disciplined, organized, and receptive to fast-paced challenges. This one-year, on-campus format allows students to hone their professional skills and collaborate with extraordinary peers in an environment that fosters creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Admission Guidelines

Admission to the Master of Business Administration program is highly competitive. The decision is based on a portfolio of qualifications, including prior academic experience, work experience, optional entrance exam scores (such as GMAT or GRE), and letters of recommendation. Entrance exam scores are optional for this program and can be submitted if they enhance an application.

Application Process

The application process involves submitting the following items through the Florida State Graduate Application portal:

• Applicant Statement
• Current resume/C.V., clearly indicating work experience including dates and positions held, noting full-time or part-time employment
• Two letters of recommendation from employers or former college professors that speak specifically to the applicant's ability to successfully complete the MBA program
• Florida Residency Declaration if applicable
• Nonrefundable application fee of $30.00

Additionally, the following items should be sent to the Graduate Admissions Office:

• One official transcript from all colleges and universities attended
• Official test scores, if applicable (GMAT or GRE scores are optional)
• English Language Proficiency scores for international applicants

Degree Requirements

The Florida State University MBA is designed for both working professionals with extensive professional experience and individuals who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their previous academic work and who have completed a significant internship or other work experience. Admission is competitive, and all applicants must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Previous coursework in business is not required, but all applicants are expected to have a general knowledge of economics, finance, accounting, statistics, calculus, and management principles.

Curriculum

The MBA program requires 39 credit hours. The current core curriculum includes:

• ACG 5026 Financial Reporting and Managerial Control
• BUL 5810 The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
• FIN 5425 Problems in Financial Management
• GEB 5932 Professional Development (fall, spring, and summer semesters)
• ISM 5021 Information and Technology Management or ISM Data Analytics
• MAN 5245 Organizational Behavior
• MAN 5501 Operations Management
• MAN 5716 Business Conditions Analysis
• MAN 5721 Strategy and Business Policy
• MAR 5125 Marketing Strategy in the Global Environment

In addition to the core courses, accelerated, full-time students will take an additional 9 hours of elective coursework. Elective course options will include applications of analytical tools in specific business disciplines, such as analytics, marketing, human resources, operations, finance, risk management, and insurance or real estate.

MBA Specializations

The MBA curriculum is designed to suit students' career goals. Students take a core set of courses aimed at strengthening their managerial skills in the fundamentals, ranging from accounting and marketing to operations and strategy. Then, they may round out their degree with either courses that build their specialized expertise in a specific business focus or a slate of courses that will prepare them for any chosen career.

Program Costs

The cost of an FSU MBA varies depending on the applicant's format choice. For more information, visit the Program Costs page.

Financial Resources

• Assistantships: The College of Business offers a limited number of assistantships to students admitted into the Accelerated, Full-Time MBA format. These awards provide a stipend and require recipients to work approximately 10 hours a week.
• Scholarships, fellowships, and loans: The University offers several fellowship and assistantship opportunities, and the College automatically nominates qualified applicants for these awards. The FSU Office of Financial Aid website is the best source for more information, including financial aid application forms.
• MBA LOANS program: The MBA LOANS program is the only loan program endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council as part of the mission to promote access to graduate management education.