Welcome from the Associate Dean for Graduate & Certificate Programs

On behalf of our faculty and staff I thank you for your interest in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg.

Our AACSB-accredited MBA program is globally ranked in preparing students for leadership roles with an appreciation of sustainability and environmental and social stewardship.

We welcome students to our beautiful waterfront location from diverse educational, cultural, and business backgrounds.  We are the only program in Florida to offer MBA Essentials, an intensive program designed for students without a recent undergraduate degree in business. Read more

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Graduate Studies Catalog & Forms

Graduate Studies Catalog:

The USF St. Petersburg Graduate Catalog is available online at: http://www1.stpt.usf.edu/spgrad/Graduate_Catalog.htm

Graduate Studies Forms

Important Graduate Studies forms are located online at: http://www.stpt.usf.edu/spgrad/Faculty_&_Staff/graduateforms.htm

Financial Aid

The Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Services is located at:
http://www.stpt.usf.edu/finaid/index.htm

Aid for Graduate Students is located at (see Graduate Student Loans): http://usfweb2.usf.edu/finaid/grad.htm

Other Financial Aid may be available; contact the MBA office for further information.

Entering Class of Spring 2010 Profile

Admitted: 29 Avg GMAT: 560 Avg Undergraduate GPA: 3.40 Average Age: 29 Women: 66% Minority: 10%

Meet MBA Students

CPA-MBA:  A POWERFUL COMBINATION

The MBA Program at USF St. Petersburg allows students to complete the Florida CPA educational requirements for licensure while earning an MBA degree. This unique opportunity provides Accounting students the chance to obtain their “additional 30 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree” as required by Florida statute for CPA licensure while earning their MBA degree from an internationally ranked program.

"This program is popular with Program of Accountancy graduates," said John F. Jewell, Director of the Program of Accountancy at USF St. Petersburg. "The dual nature of the CPA/MBA credential allows graduates to pursue both traditional accountancy careers such as in public accounting, internal auditing, or within a corporate accounting environment while providing for opportunities in upper management outside the typical accounting arenas. In short, the two-pronged credential simply broadens the career potential for the USF St. Petersburg MBA graduate."

"Employers seek out those students who have successfully achieved these credentials," Jewell continued. "Our concentrations allow the students to select the classes that will help them in their expected career paths while also completing the CPA educational requirements within the State of Florida. Employers seek these students after graduation, and the MBA provides a broad-based approach to the contemporary business environment facing business leaders in the 21st century."

In 2008, the Florida legislature revised the law governing eligibility to become a licensed CPA in Florida. The new legislation allows students to take the CPA exam after completing their bachelor’s degree but does not change the education requirements for licensure as a CPA in the state. Students who are interested in becoming CPAs in Florida still need the additional 30 hours to meet the education requirements for licensure. For further information on the Program of Accountancy at USF St. Petersburg, see www.stpt.usf.edu/poa, or contact John Jewell at jewell@mail.usf.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I set up a visit?

Prospective students are encouraged to visit us and experience first hand what it is like to participate in our MBA Program. During a visit students may attend an MBA class, meet with current students, discuss the program with the Associate Dean or take a tour of the College of Business. Students may e-mail us at mba@stpt.usf.edu to schedule a visit.

What accreditation does USF's MBA Program hold?

The MBA Program at USF St Petersburg, along with the entire College of Business, is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. AACSB International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review.

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