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Business: Professional MBA

Master of Business Administration

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Is this program right for you?

The Wisconsin School of Business Professional MBA program reflects the modern workplace with a blend of in-person and online learning. You will gain strategic tools in management, marketing, operations and finance through a mix of virtual classroom learning and assignments, and hands-on collaborative projects on campus, and apply real-world skills to your career immediately.

  • Program’s flexible format and customizable curriculum allow you to complete the entire program on your schedule — whether that’s in as little as two years or as many as five years
  • Form close business connections with other success-oriented students and learn from their diverse backgrounds and apply insights from their work to your own
  • Get access to the broader UW–Madison alumni network who are invested in your success and ready to help support your goals

Education that works for you

Earn your MBA your way with the Professional MBA program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Business Administration

Commitment

2-5 years

Tuition

$1,700 per credit

Format

Hybrid

Mix of on-campus and online courses

Credits

44 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for Fall and Spring terms.

STEM opt eligible

No

International eligibility

Yes

Application deadlines

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: July 12, 2025

Spring 2026

  • Deadline: October 16, 2025

Fall 2026

  • Fall 2026: July 12, 2026
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; international applicants must have a degree equivalent to an approved U.S. bachelor’s degree
  • Have a target undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Candidates below a 3.0 will be considered and may be admitted on probation.
  • Have a minimum of two years full-time, post-baccalaureate work experience
  • Standardized test scores are an optional part of the application. You may submit a GMAT Focus/GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment score (for domestic students).

* Some scores may not be required for certain applicants. Please contact the program for more details.

Application materials required

  • Online application with paid application fee
  • Essay
  • Resume/CV
  • One professional letter of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Admissions interview (by invitation only)

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Business: Professional MBA

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Wisconsin School of Business was named #1 executive MBA in Wisconsin by The Economist.

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Top MBA ROI

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What you’ll learn

Elevate your career with the Business: Professional MBA. You’ll develop expertise in financial management, negotiations, data-driven decision-making, project management, business strategy, corporate finance strategy and growth strategies to become an effective business leader.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Financial management
  • Negotiations
  • Data to decisions
  • Project management
  • Business strategy
  • Corporation finance theory
  • Growth strategies

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