Ranked among the nation’s top part-time MBA programs by U.S. News & World Report!
The UCF Part-Time Professional MBA is ideal for working professionals who wish to pursue an accredited MBA without interrupting their careers. This program features convenient evening classes at the UCF Downtown campus each summer term and at UCF regional campus locations on a rotational basis. Its applicable content and outstanding networking opportunities make it our most popular MBA.
Program Overview
The UCF Part-Time PMBA is a cohort-based, limited enrollment program that allows professionals from a variety of organizations and industries to come together and challenge their intellect, enhance their capabilities and broaden their perspectives while growing their professional network.
The program’s innovative curriculum equips program participants with the analytical tools, latest business techniques and effective problem-solving and decision-making skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace. The UCF Part-Time PMBA seamlessly integrates the students’ professional experience allowing them to immediately apply newly acquired skills and knowledge to their job. The PMBA faculty share their expertise and provide insights on real-world business issues use consultative teaching approaches combining lecture, case studies, discussion forums and presentations to maximize learning.
Features:
- AACSB accredited
- Top ranked part-time MBA by U.S. News & World Report
- Face-to-face, part-time program
- Cohort format
- Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab
New! Business Analytics Emphasis Fall 2025
The Part-Time PMBA with a Business Analytics Emphasis offers pre-selected electives focused on business analytics skills and tools. The program is tailored for candidates who have an interest in leveraging business analytics to be a more effective manager or who seeks to manage a team of analysts by learning statistical analysis from the perspective of the manager. The Part-Time PMBA with Business Analytics is offered at the UCF Downtown starting Fall 2025.
Business Analytics pre-selected electives include:
Learning Outcomes
- Obtain and prepare data for statistical analysis;
- Interpret the results to make informed business decisions and develop effective strategies; and
- Evaluate statistical findings and continuously monitor performance of statistical decision-making processes.
Cohort Experience
The PMBA’s cohort structure promotes strong connections as students advance through the program together. With diverse professional backgrounds, PMBA students bring valuable real-world experience into classroom discussions, enriching the learning experience by applying theory to practical situations. This collaborative environment encourages teamwork, idea-sharing, and mutual support, allowing students to benefit from varied perspectives. These interactions deepen understanding and introduce innovative business strategies and approaches.
“The PMBA cohort experience provided a unique challenge with really fruitful results. I now have a group of 25+ people who know me, know my work style and can speak to my professional character.”
Ally Keith ’24
Senior Procurement Analyst, FIS
Graduate Mentoring Program
The Graduate Mentorship Program is offered each spring term to current students enrolled in the Professional MBA and provides graduate students with the chance to connect with experienced professionals, helping them refine their career goals, gain valuable insights into various industries and job roles, and expand their professional network. Students are paired with mentors whose expertise and backgrounds closely align with their specific career aspirations and interests.
Who Should Apply
The Part-Time PMBA is the ideal MBA for professionals seeking to advance their careers and expand their professional network while maintaining full-time employment. Candidates for the Part-Time PMBA must have a minimum of three years professional work experience. The average work experience for the program is seven years.
Meet the Part-Time PMBA Valencia West Class of 2026
- Cohort Size: 34 with 56% female
- Average Age: 30
- Average GPA: 3.3
- Average work experience: 8 years
- Top Undergraduate majors: Business, Social Sciences, Engineering, Economics
- Top industries: Hospitality, Healthcare, Financial Services
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Program Details
PROGRAM LENGTH & CURRICULUM
24 months
13 courses/39 credit hours
PROGRAM FORMAT
Cohort format
Face-to-face instruction
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
UCF Downtown
Tuesday & Thursday evenings, 6 – 9:50 p.m.
College of Business at UCF Downtown
528 W. Livingston St.
Orlando, FL 32801