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On-Campus MBA
Going all in on your future.
The Isenberg On-Campus MBA is ideal for individuals who seek a hands-on, real-world education in a rigorous 1.5-to-2-year program. The immersive residential program admits a small number of students which builds a close-knit community and makes individualized academic and career support possible.
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Practicum Experience
In their first year, students put theory into practice in an experiential learning-based consulting project working with for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. These projects allow students to apply their business knowledge and solve complex issues with a team of colleagues and offer strategic recommendations to company leaders.
Career-Focused
Students kick off their MBA program with a three-day Leadership Orientation Session, where they are put through their paces on presentation skills, resume writing, and team-building exercises so they start networking and career development from day one. Isenberg's Office of Career Success provides access to career coaches and IConnect, an online professional development platform.
Professional Networking
While on the UMass Amherst campus, students work in a collaborative learning environment as part of a close-knit community. Students can develop their professional networks by engaging with classmates in a small cohort, connecting with alumni, and joining student clubs.
Focus Areas
Focus Areas
Focus areas equip you with the knowledge and skills in a specific area of interest to propel you into the MBA-level job you desire upon graduation. Customize your education with an additional set of elective coursework to support a chosen career or industry, and still complete your degree in two years or less. Electives range from Project Management and Negotiation to Data Mining and Alternative Investments.
Flexible Career Transition
Flexible Career Transition
Many On-Campus MBA students receive job opportunities while pursuing their degree, and Isenberg fully supports an early career transition. Students can complete the majority of their coursework on campus in one year, and then transition to finish the program online – advancing career and education simultaneously. Ask a program specialist about our "off-ramping" option.
This Isenberg program participates in the UMass Flex initiative, providing students with flexible access to courses offered at UMass Amherst.
8
AVERAGE YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
1.5 - 2
YEARS TO COMPLETE THE PROGRAM
40
AVERAGE COHORT SIZE
42/58
FEMALE TO MALE RATIO
Dual Degrees
Dual Degrees
Our On-Campus MBA program offers several MBA/MS dual degree options to consider. If you have a specialized area of interest or career goal in mind, a dual degree may be a great option for you. In partnership with the applicable departments, we currently offer MBA dual degrees in Sport Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Public Policy, and Engineering.
Our cohort is full of diverse people from many different backgrounds and walk of life. My classmates challenged me to consider new perspectives and develop more creative solutions than I would on my own.
Emily Wilson '19
It was a relief to know that the program I'd enrolled in to advance my career wasn't going to stop me from taking a big step forward in my career. Very happy to be able to "off-ramp" and finish my degree online while starting my dream job.
Stephan Wollenburg '18
Interning at Ford was a decisive event that helped to create my path. Were it not for my prior Isenberg classmates who had made a positive impression [at Ford] and Isenberg's support, I do not think I would be where I am today.
Molly Cosgrove '14
The affinity and continued engagement of the UMass alumni network is a major game-changer. For proof of this, I got my summer internship because of a direct UMass alumni connection.
Joe Kuykendall '19
Not only did my fellowship help make the cost of getting On-Campus MBA possible for me, but the work experience I gained in the role made me a competitive candidate for internships. The job offer I accepted after graduation is related to my fellowship work.
Paige Hill '19
Accolades
#72 Overall
U.S. News and World Report, 2024
#54 Overall,
#25 Public
#25 Public
Fortune Education, 2023
#69 Worldwide
#14 U.S. Public
#14 U.S. Public
Financial Times, 2023
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Fill out the form to start the conversation and one of our program specialists will follow up with you directly. You'll also receive a link to download our MBA brochure and program information emails.
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Apply Now
Follow our step-by-step process to complete your online application.
- Review the program specific admissions requirements.
- Click Apply Now to go to the University's Graduate School site where you can find a link to the secure online application.
- First-time users will need to create an account to start a new application. Note: You can submit your application before you have all your materials ready, simply save and resume your application as you gather required materials.
- After submitting, track your application at the Graduate School Status of Application page.