Business Administration, Executive (EMBA)

Graduate Degree Program
R.H. Smith School of Business

ABSTRACT

In the internationally recognized, top-ranked MBA program at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, future leaders master knowledge and competence in the core functional business areas (e.g., finance, marketing, accounting), in AI and business analytics, and in understanding the role of technology in business. The Smith MBA program prepares the next generation of leaders to guide organizations, institutions, and communities through complex, high-stakes challenges with AI-powered insight and a deep understanding of systemic risk. Students explore their career options in a tight-knit community that encourages collaboration and intelligent risk-taking. The MBA program requires 48 credits of coursework, which is normally four semesters or two academic years. There is no thesis requirement.

CONTACT 

Program information is available online at http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu. Initial inquiries should be directed to:

Robert H Smith School of Business
2303 Van Munching Hall
7699 Mowatt Lane
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.2559
Email: mbaprograms@umd.edu

Website: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • Letters of Recommendation (1)
  • CV/Resume

*Visa Eligibility: This program is not eligible for I-20 or DS-2019 issuance by the University of Maryland.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Type of Applicant Fall Deadline Spring Deadline Summer Deadline
Domestic Applicants
US Citizens and Permanent Residents N/A January 9, 2026 N/A

RESOURCES AND LINKS:

Other Deadlines: rhsmith.umd.edu/apply 
Program Website: https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/executive-mba
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying

The Office of Career Services (OCS) provides dedicated, professional support to help students launch their careers. The center links students directly to recruiters through a variety of services, including on- and off-campus recruitment and the online resume database, which matches a Smith MBA to the right industry position. The OCS also participates in regional and national career forums and job fairs, such as the National MBA Consortium, the National Black MBA Conference, the National Hispanic MBA Conference, the National Association of Women MBA’s Conference, and the Career Services Council.

The Smith School is located in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia corridor. This region offers one of the highest concentrations of culture, diversity, and career opportunities in the country.