Program Overview
The Graduate Pathway in Business Administration (MBA) at University of South Florida is a Pre-Master programme in Business & Management over 8 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Business Administration (MBA) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 8 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 29,590 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Business Administration (MBA) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- English for International Students 1 (INTO)
- Study Skills & GMAT Test Preparation (INTO)
- Business Communications (INTO)
- Introduction to Economic Concepts (12 weeks)
- Accounting Concepts for Managers (12 weeks)
- English for International Students 2 (INTO)
- Study Skills & GMAT Test Preparation (INTO)
- Management Information Systems (8 weeks)
- Managerial Decision Analysis (8 weeks)
- Financial Management (8 weeks)
- Require additional academic preparation to be admitted directly to USF
- Fall short of meeting the minimum GPA or test score requirements
- Need to improve their English language or academic skills and abilities
- Want personalized academic, language and cultural support during their studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 4-year undergraduate degree
- 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
- 2 years of full-time professional work experience
English Language Requirements
Accelerated Pathway
- TOEFL 79+
- IELTS 6.5+
- PTEA 53+
- TOEFL 65-78 or
- IELTS 5.5-6.0 (All subscores minimum 5.0)
- PTEA 44-52
- Completion of Academic English Level 5
- INTO Password Test Level 6
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,590 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 29,590 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 8 months