MASTER'S PROGRAMS
Penn State Smeal Master's Programs
Full-time, hybrid, and online master's programs built around your career and your life.
Find the Program Format That Fits Your Life
The right graduate program should fit how you learn, how you work, and where you're headed. At Penn State Smeal College of Business, you'll find master's programs designed for recent graduates and experienced professionals. Most Smeal master's programs are STEM-designated, and many don't require the GMAT or GRE.
Explore Your Options
One-Year Residential Master's
Complete one of the following specialized master's degrees in about a year at University Park: Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Real Estate Analysis & Development, or Supply Chain Management.
MBA Programs
Choose the MBA format that matches your schedule: the STEM-designated One-Year MBA at University Park, the STEM-designated Part-Time Hybrid MBA with live virtual classes plus periodic on-campus residencies, or the Penn State Online MBA World Campus.
Hybrid Programs
Earn your master's degree through live virtual classes and brief on-campus residencies without stepping away from your career. Choose the Part-Time Hybrid MBA or the Master of Applied AI for Business Transformation.
Online Specialty Master's
Study online in one of seven specialized business programs, from supply chain management and taxation to marketing analytics and corporate innovation. Explore all options to find your fit.
Graduate Certificates
Build expertise in a focused area of business and earn a credential you can stack toward a master's degree later.
Build a Path That Fits You
Start with a graduate certificate and grow into a master's degree, or combine programs through shared coursework to earn more than one credential. Our admissions team can help you map out a plan.
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No. 50
Online MBA
U.S. News & World Report
No. 18
Worldwide (Top 5%) MBA Return on Investment
QS World University Rankings
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Application requirements vary by program. Explore a specific master's program to find its deadlines and requirements, or connect with admissions for guidance.