Overview

The Business Administration (Smeal) curriculum at Pennsylvania State University blends technical rigor, managerial theory, and integrative learning experiences through case studies and other teaching methods.

Features

The M.B.A. program consists of two distinct portions:

preprogram competency expectations, including accounting, economics, mathematics, and statistics; and
a minimum of 54 credits at the 400, 500, or 800 levels.
A managerial communications course is fully integrated into the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Analysis for Managerial Decision Making
Economics for Managers
Marketing Management
Management
Team Process and Performance
Ethical Leadership
Negotiation Theory and Skills
Supply Chain and Operations Management
Financial Accounting
Business Statistics for Contemporary Decision Making
Communication Skills for Management
Foundation in Managerial Accounting
Foundations in Finance
Global Business Environment
Global Perspectives
Global Immersion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-25 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-13 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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GMAT

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General requirements

Criteria for evaluating applicants include:

professional and academic accomplishments
GMAT/GRE scores
recommendations
personal data from application forms that provide indications of future academic and professional accomplishment

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

51596 USD / year

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Out-of-State

51596 USD / year

≈ 51596 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

31096 USD / year

≈ 31096 USD / year

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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