Next Application Date
July 15 for Fall Term
Credits
45
Pacing
Part-Time
Format
Hybrid
Type of Program
Master's
Advance Your Expertise in Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Online Part-Time MBA combines the flexibility working professionals need with the connection and collaboration that define a high-impact MBA experience. Through live, synchronous classes in a cohort-based format, you will build relationships with peers, engage directly with faculty, and expand your professional network alongside experienced professionals. Learn from the same faculty and same student-faculty ratio as the full-time MBA, culminating in an immersive weekend capstone in Pittsburgh focused on solving business challenges in a collaborative, applied setting.
You’ll build skills in:
- Strategic decision-making and ethical leadership
- Financial accounting and analysis
- Marketing and customer insight
- Operations and supply chain management
- Business analytics, applied AI and emerging technologies
The Part-Time MBA has also been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Programs.
On-Campus
Experience
The program features an in-person MBA Capstone immersion, a culminating weekend experience in Pittsburgh where students collaborate with peers and senior business leaders on real-world challenges.
Accreditation
Pitt Business is accredited by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), the premier global accreditor for business schools.
Important Application Dates
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) has three application cycles per year. You can start the program in the Fall, Spring, or Summer.
Application deadline
July 15
Class start
Fall Term
What to Expect in Your Classes
This program offers a mix of required and elective courses, totaling 45 credits. All coursework is delivered in an online synchronous format, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere. Classes run for 7 to 14 weeks each, allowing you to complete the program in approximately 2.5 to 3 years. Students will study part-time, typically 6 credits per term across Fall, Spring, and Summer.
- Total Courses 15
- Credit Hours 45
- Format Hybrid
- Class Lengths 7 to 14 weeks
- Time to Completion 2.5–3 years
- Pace Options Part-Time
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Plan Your Education With Confidence in Cost
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) current tuition rates are listed for in-state and out-of-state students. To support students in financing their education, the University of Pittsburgh offers a range of financial aid options and payment plans, making it easier to manage tuition costs while completing your studies.
2026-27 tuition rates are pending approval by the Board of Trustees, expected in July 2026.
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