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 Professional MBA is a cohort-based, limited enrollment program designed for working professionals seeking to expand their leadership skills, business knowledge and professional network.
The innovative curriculum combines real-world application with analytical and strategic decision-making skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive business environment. Students immediately apply what they learn on the job while engaging with expert faculty through interactive lectures, case studies, discussions and presentations.
Student 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.
Cohort Format
- Face-to-face program
- Limited class size
- Teamwork and group projects
- Networking events
New! PMBA Sanford/Lake Mary Fall 2026
The Part-Time PMBA Sanford/Lake Mary is designed with convenience in mind for busy professionals. Located just off I-4 and SR 417, the UCF Sanford/Lake Mary campus offers easy access for students in Seminole, Volusia and northern Orange counties. The PMBA Sanford/Lake Mary program starts Fall 2026 with evening classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. The part-time format allows you to balance work, life and graduate school — right in your own backyard.
PMBA UCF Sanford/Lake Mary
- Starts Fall 2026
- UCF Sanford/Lake Mary Campus
- Monday & Wednesday evening classes
- Located near I-4 & SR 417
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
UCF Sanford/Lake Mary
Monday & Wednesday evenings, 6 – 9:50 p.m.
100 Weldon Boulevard
Partnership Building
Sanford, FL 32773