Overview

Key Facts

The top-ranked Fully Employed Master of Business Administration program of University of California, Irvine (UCI) is designed for early-to-mid career working professionals seeking an MBA delivered in a flexible, work-friendly schedule. It features our rigorous curriculum – recently transformed with specialized tracks of study, new research insights and case studies – to develop strategic thinking capabilities to understand how digital technologies can disrupt markets and impact all aspects of an organization. Our inclusive environment welcomes a diverse student body including many military personnel.

Whether you are looking to enter a new profession, enhance your current career path or start your own entrepreneurial venture, a Merage School Fully Employed MBA will help you become a game-changer in the digitally driven world.

A Program Focused On

Content: Our expert faculty deliver a world-class curriculum, challenging assumptions and broadening perspective, developing leaders for the disruption and opportunities in our digitally driven world. As a student, you will experience some of the most up-to-date and innovative research in business.

Delivery: With Spring or Fall start dates, and the option of the hybrid program with online and on-campus coursework, we aim to accommodate your busy schedule. Choose the format that is right for you.

Impact: Our FEMBA program makes an immediate impact on your career. Our students experience promotions and salary growth during the program – the Merage School delivers ROI.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thinking Strategically in the Digital Age

Organizational Behavior for Managers

Microeconomics for Managers

Business Analytics

Financial Reporting for Managers

Marketing for Managers

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-20 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after August 15 will be considered on a space available basis.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Irvine, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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GMAT

Required

English requirements

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General requirements

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An overall GPA of 3.0 is preferred

Official GMAT or GRE Score

Official TOEFL Score (international applicants only)

Two Letters of Recommendation

Essays

Employment History (Résumé)

Interview

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41 USD / year

≈ 41 USD / year
Out-of-State

41085 USD / year

≈ 41085 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

41085 USD / year

≈ 41085 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

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A Program Focused On

Programme Structure

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Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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