W. P. Carey MBA - Evening Program
Business, Entrepreneurship, Management, approved for STEM-OPT extension
W. P. Carey is committed to building a tight-knit community. Through small classes, team-based learning and individualized attention every step of the way, your evening MBA experience is distinctly your own. Arizona's highest-ranked part-time MBA is designed to build your leadership skills, deepen your expertise and fit your schedule.
The Master of Business Administration program provides a solid foundation in the core business disciplines; students develop analytic, decision-making and leadership skill sets essential to making sound business decisions. Through a comprehensive business curriculum taught by distinguished faculty, the MBA program enhances students' current strengths and helps them immediately impact their organizations.
Students can personalize their MBA through evening and online classes while earning their degree in two to four years. The curriculum is delivered in a case-based, team-oriented and discussion-style learning environment. Elective courses provide additional depth and breadth to enhance an area of emphasis, students' knowledge base and career goals.
The evening MBA program is designed for working professionals seeking to continue working full time while attending school. The program can be completed in 21 months, depending on course formats, and begins in the fall or spring for added flexibility.
A W. P. Carey School of Business MBA stands apart from many part-time MBA programs that offer a core business curriculum with very little specialization. With more than 40 electives and options to add concurrent degrees and technical certificates, students can fit their MBA with their passions and pursue a degree at the same time. The MBA program is supported by each of the eight academic units within the W. P. Carey School of Business.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
Students can choose to create their own concurrent degree combination to match their interests by working with their academic advisor during or after their first semester of study. Some concurrent combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum; students should speak with their academic advisor for more details.
This degree is also offered as a concurrent program with the following:
51 credit hours including the required capstone course (MGT 589)
Required Core (2.5 credit hours)
LES 582 Ethical Issues for Managers (2.5)
Electives (45.5 credit hours)
Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
MGT 589 Strategic Management (3)
Additional Curriculum Information
While there are no business course prerequisites, potential students must demonstrate strong quantitative ability and effective written and oral communication skills.
The school does not accept graduate credits earned while students are in nondegree status or courses taken prior to admission to the MBA program or taken while enrolled in another MBA program outside the W. P. Carey School of Business. Registration in School of Business courses numbered 501 and above is limited to students who have been admitted to a graduate degree program and have the approval of the MBA program office.
The core course is designed to provide a foundation in business knowledge and skills and must be taken in the prescribed sequence. Elective courses build upon the business core and center on the further development of an area of emphasis. There may be additional requirements that vary by area of emphasis. The program is completed in 21 months.
All students must successfully complete the comprehensive requirement established for the MBA by the W. P. Carey School of Business and the Graduate College. The comprehensive culminating experience is integrated with MGT 589 Strategic Management. Students passing this course with a grade of "B" (scale is 4.00 = "A") or higher satisfy the comprehensive examination requirement.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the W. P. Carey School of Business.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- two letters of recommendation
- current resume
- short answer question responses
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Letters of recommendation should comment on the student's motivation, commitment, achievements, work experience and opportunity for success in the program.
Applicants should see the department's website for more information.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 07/01 | Final |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 12/15 | Final |
Studying abroad is possible for graduate students. There are more than 50 program opportunities, with programs on every continent.
Faculty-directed programs tend to be the best fit for graduate students; taking courses with ASU professors over the summer or during academic breaks offers students close mentorship and professional network growth in many fields of study while they earn ASU credit. Exchange program participation is also possible with careful planning.
More information on available programs can be found on the Global Education Office website.
Graduates have the essential academic preparation to pursue professional careers as leaders within organizations of diverse functions, such as human resources, finance or marketing.
Career examples include:
- CEO
- finance manager
- marketing manager
- supply chain manager
WPC Graduate Programs
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MCRD 350
wpcareymasters@asu.edu
480-965-3332
Admission deadlines
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
