Online MBA
Top 10 Ranked Online MBA in North America, 16th Globally
Offering first-of-its-kind access to a nationally ranked University of California management school, MBA@UCDavis provides a top-quality, transformational experience—your opportunity to earn a UC Davis graduate business degree from anywhere in the world.
Through a close-knit online community and in-person residential experiences, we empower you to collaborate with a group of diverse, highly motivated, caring professionals who will challenge you to be your best.
We’ll connect you with our global alumni network and corporate partners across Northern California. You'll benefit from strong relationships we’ve built in Silicon Valley.
Our STEM-designated program reflects UC Davis' nationally recognized leadership in the STEM fields. Our rigorous curriculum emphasizes quantitative analysis and data-driven decision-making, which will prepare you for leadership roles in STEM fields.
Innovative application of data in business decision making has become a highly valued skill demanded by employers—especially here in Northern California and Silicon Valley.
The centerpiece of the MBA@UCDavis online experience is the live online classes where you will participate in spirited, face-to-face conversations with your peers and our world-class faculty through our state-of-the-art technology platform.
What's more, QS ranks the MBA@UCDavis program among the top 10 in North America and 16th globally.
Admissions
We seek students whose academic background, professional experience and leadership abilities meet the rigorous demands of our nationally ranked MBA programs.
MBA@UCDavis offers professionals the ability to start classes four times per year. We accept applications on a rolling admissions schedule.
GMAT waivers are available for qualified applicants.
Going to grad school with a job, kids and outside responsibilities isn’t easy, but it’s been worth it.
I’m able to plan my study time and workload because instructors let us know all deliverables and deadlines ahead of time. I wouldn’t be able to attend grad school without two important things the UC Davis GSM offers—the ongoing support and guidance of faculty and staff, and the portability of the Online MBA program.
Tuition and Financial Aid
We encourage you to explore all avenues for financing your MBA program. You may be eligible for funding options such as student loans, scholarships, corporate sponsorship or military education benefits.
Admitted students have the opportunity to apply to defer their tuition payments for the latter half of the program (up to $52,740) at 0% interest.
Learn more about tuition for the current academic calendar for all MBA programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UC Davis Online MBA worth the investment?
We understand that an MBA is an investment. The UC Davis Online MBA is a top-ranked program with a STEM-designated curriculum, which can provide a strong return on your investment. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers at leading companies in a variety of industries. We encourage you to connect with our admissions team to discuss your career goals and how our program can help you achieve them.
What are the networking opportunities like in the Online MBA program?
We've designed our online program to be highly interactive and collaborative. You'll work closely with your classmates and faculty in live online classes, and you'll have opportunities to connect with them in person at our residential immersions. You'll also become part of the powerful UC Davis alumni network, with over 304,000 alumni worldwide.
Can I work full-time while enrolled in the program?
Absolutely! The UC Davis Online MBA is designed for working professionals. Our flexible online format allows you to balance your studies with your career and personal commitments. You can expect to spend approximately 15-20 hours per week on coursework.
Our partner, 2U, Inc., provides admissions and student recruitment support and hosts the online application for our Online MBA (MM). All admissions decisions are made by faculty at the Graduate School of Management.