ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Hybrid Programs
Our hybrid programs combine live virtual classes and on-campus residencies to help you build new expertise and advance your career without putting it on hold.
Connected Learning. Lasting Impact.
Penn State Smeal College of Business hybrid programs are built around the idea that the best time to apply what you're learning is now, not after graduation. Live virtual classes keep you engaged week to week, on-campus residencies bring your cohort together, and every course is structured for direct application to your work.
You'll learn from the same faculty who teach across Penn State Smeal's graduate programs and build professional relationships with classmates and alumni that extend well beyond the program.
Find Your Program
Customize Your Lifelong Learning Journey
Professional growth rarely follows a single path.
Start with a graduate certificate, continue into a master's degree, or combine programs that align with your goals. Flexible credential pathways make it easier to build the knowledge and credentials you need over time.
We Have Options for You
The Smeal Advantage
Why Penn State Smeal?
At Penn State Smeal, learn from faculty researching real-world business challenges, connect with classmates, and build a global network. With career support, stackable credentials, and alumni connections, you’ll gain resources to support your career long after graduation.
Recognized for Excellence
Penn State Smeal is recognized for academic excellence, expert faculty, and preparing graduates to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.
#6
Best U.S. Public School
CEOWORLD Magazine
#18
For Value Worldwide
QS University World Rankings
#22
North American Research Rankings
University of Texas at Dallas Top 100
The Smeal Experience
Strength in Numbers
Connect with more than 98,000 Smeal alumni and 800,000 Penn State graduates worldwide. Whether you're exploring new opportunities, seeking mentorship, or expanding your professional network, you'll have access to a community that spans industries and continents.
Take the Next Step
Learn more about our programs, connect with admissions, and discover how Penn State Smeal can help you achieve your goals.
Learn From Faculty and Industry Experts
Lou Gattis
Clinical Professor of Finance
Corporate finance, financial modeling, investment analysis, and strategic financial decision-making.
Brian H. Cameron
Clinical Professor of Supply Chain and Information Systems; Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs
Enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and business strategy.
Janet Duck
Clinical Professor of Management and Organization
Organizational change, AI-enabled work, leadership, and team-based learning.
Michelle Darnell
Associate Clinical Professor of Management and Organization
Leadership development, organizational behavior, executive coaching, and team effectiveness.
Keran Zhao
Assistant Professor of Supply Chain and Information Systems
Artificial intelligence, digital platforms, machine learning, and AI-human interaction.
