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Professional MBA (PMBA)

The University of Tampa’s Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA) is a part-time program designed to help professionals with at least three years of work experience take their career to the next level.

Contact Information

Amy Brownlee, Ph.D.
Director, Graduate Business Programs
Professor of Management

Phone: (813) 253-6287
Email: mba@ut.edu

Level-up your leadership. 

The PMBA program differentiates itself by featuring a leadership development course and a capstone strategic management project based on students’ real-world jobs. The rest of the curriculum is similar to the traditional MBA program, including the option to take courses in an area of concentration. Classes in the Professional MBA program are offered part-time, in a flexible evening format.

 

Benefits of a PMBA

Curriculum

What You Might Study

The PMBA program at UTampa focuses on creating value, with an emphasis on business fundamentals and experiential learning. With the goal of fostering strong, well-rounded leaders, coursework includes global business concepts, personal communication, ethics and social responsibility, innovation, critical thinking and economic sustainability.

ECO 500

Microeconomics for Managers

This course provides an introduction to microeconomics for graduate business students at The University of Tampa. The student will gain the ability to analyze various microeconomic problems which are common in our economy and society. Models and theories studied will help the student understand how producers could best allocate scarce resources to produce goods and services. Likewise, they will gain insight into what drives consumers to give up resources to obtain goods and services produced by others. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to apply the tools to business situations and to everyday life. 

ACC 625

Advanced Accounting Analytics

This is an innovative, tech-savvy course that recognizes the need for students to develop strong research competencies, critical thinking skills, and an analytic mindset to make data-driven decisions in the dynamic field of accounting. First, this course delves into theories, methods, and applications of accounting research, empowering students to evaluate and apply research in real-world scenarios. Second, this course guides students through a formal data analytic process, starting from planning and data extraction to employing advanced analytic techniques and visualization tools. 

 

QMB 612

Decision Modeling and Analysis

This course is a survey of quantitative techniques used in business decision-making, including linear programming, forecasting, decision analysis and queuing analysis. Students will develop spreadsheet models that enable these techniques to utilize the data available to them and apply the results to business decisions.

Go Deeper

Concentrations

Effective business leaders must develop a broad scope of skills and tools in order to succeed. The Sykes College of Business offers MBA students the opportunity to choose from nine concentrations (about 12 credits) that enhance their specialized knowledge and technical skills in specific areas of study. Beyond providing students with differentiating credentials, concentrations allow them to discover new passions and define career goals.

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Next Steps

Discover what you’ll need to apply and explore opportunities to experience campus firsthand.

Admission is competitive and students are encouraged to apply early. Applicants are considered for entry into graduate business programs during the fall, spring and summer semesters. To apply, use either the  online application. An admission decision cannot be made until the Office of Graduate and Continuing Studies receives all required materials. Students are notified of an admission decision after materials have been received and evaluated.

Admission Requirements and Documents

  • Completed application
  • $40 non-refundable application fee
  • Official transcripts of all previous college work received directly from each institution
  • Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Records Examination (GRE) score report is required. GMAT waivers are available for those who qualify.
  • Two professional reference forms (PDF) completed by individuals who attest to the applicant's professional background and academic potential. Professional letters of recommendation are accepted in lieu of this form, if preferred.
  • Three years professional work experience
  • Professional résumé
  • Personal statement: In approximately 500-1,000 words, describe your professional goals and how a graduate degree from the University of Tampa will help you accomplish those goals. In turn, you may also want to emphasize what you can contribute to the graduate program.
  • Work experience is recommended or required, depending on program. 
  • International applicants: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score report or the International English Language Testing System exam (IELTS) for international applicants only

Application Deadlines

Applications are evaluated for fall, spring and summer terms on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted until spaces are full for the relevant term. Due to this, admission is competitive, and students are encouraged to apply early. Students are notified of their status once all documents have been received.

Applicants can send required documents the following ways:

Email: gradinfo@ut.edu
Fax: (813) 258-7451
Mail:
University of Tampa
Office of Graduate and Continuing Studies
401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Box F
Tampa, FL 33606-1490

Please note that official documents must come in the original form.

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