Why choose the CSUF Professional MBA?
Many MBA programs are built for recent graduates or for people looking to change fields entirely. This one is not. It is built for individuals who already hold leadership or management responsibility and want to grow within their current organization or industry. The two-year, cohort-based structure pairs eight-week mini-semesters with two courses at a time, so the pace stays manageable alongside a full-time job. Summers are yours and a one-week study abroad experience gives you a global perspective you can bring straight back to your organization.
Applications open September 1, 2026, for the inaugural cohort beginning fall 2027.
Experienced managers and emerging leaders with roughly seven or more years of work experience who are ready for greater organizational responsibility.
A Curriculum Built for Working Leaders
The Professional MBA curriculum blends core business coursework with applied leadership training, giving you the tools to make sound decisions and lead with confidence. Courses are structured around real organizational challenges, so you can put what you learn into practice right away.
Accumulation, organization and interpretation of financial and quantitative data relevant to the activities of corporate business enterprises; analysis of financial reports; current regulatory reporting requirements with attention to business ethics and an understanding of global reporting issues.
Develop advanced interpersonal, critical thinking and business writing skills. Work effectively in teams, develop listening skills, prepare case analyses, and build stronger written and oral communication skills.
Role of operations function in designing, producing and delivering products and services in manufacturing and service firms. Includes strategy and processes to meet market needs, internal and external coordination in a supply chain, and long- and short-term decision-making tools and techniques.
Key marketing concepts and their applications to marketing research, segmentation, selecting target markets, product development, pricing, promotion and distribution. Develops senior-level executive decision-making skills from global, ethical and socially responsible perspectives.
Built for Leaders Ready to Grow
The Professional MBA is designed for experienced managers and emerging leaders with roughly seven or more years of work experience who are ready for greater organizational responsibility. The program is built for professionals looking to expand their influence rather than start over in a new field, drawing candidates from a wide range of backgrounds.
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Invest in Your Future
Cal State Fullerton College of Business and Economics combines a high-quality graduate education with competitive tuition, delivering exceptional value as you prepare for the next stage of your academic and professional journey.
Earn a respected graduate business degree that strengthens your qualifications, expands your expertise and supports your long-term career goals.
Admission Process
Visit the graduate admissions page for the complete application process, admission requirements and current filing deadlines. Admission is based on a holistic review of academic background, professional experience and preparation for graduate study.
Review the requirements and application steps below, then submit all required materials by the applicable deadline.
Review the admission requirements for GPA, test score, transcript and international applicant details before you start your application.
Follow the step-by-step application guide for Cal State Apply, supplemental materials and document submission instructions.
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The program targets experienced managers and emerging leaders with roughly seven or more years in the workforce who are looking to grow within their current field. It is a strong fit for anyone seeking advancement rather than a shift into a new industry.
The FLEX MBA serves recent graduates and those moving into business from other fields. This program is built for people who already hold leadership responsibility and want to deepen their influence and expand their capabilities.
Two years, structured as eight-week mini-semesters with two courses running at a time. Summers are off, which keeps the pace sustainable for people balancing full-time employment.
The estimated $60,000 cost includes tuition and fees, textbooks, study abroad expenses, meals during in-person sessions and student support services.
Coursework is split evenly between asynchronous online learning and in-person Saturday classes, so you can keep your weekday schedule intact.
GMAT and GRE scores are not required to apply. You are welcome to submit an application with or without test scores. That said, a strong score can help strengthen your application if you do not have a quantitative background, academically or professionally.
