Welcome from the MBA Director

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

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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Apply On-Line: It's easy to submit and pay your application fee via credit card by using FACTS.org.

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Apply by Mail: Please use this option if you are paying by check or money order only. Download Graduate Application from the Graduate Studies web site.

Mail to:
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Office of Graduate Studies
140 Seventh Avenue South, BAY 204
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-5016

Application MUST be filled out using your computer with FREE Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 or higher.

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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 Vetrans 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.

Class of Spring 2009 Profile

Admitted: 22 Avg GMAT: 560 Avg Undergraduate GPA: 3.30 Years Exp: 4 Average Age: 29 Women: 45% Minority: 8%

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 statutes for CPA licensure while earning their MBA degree from an internationally ranked program.

“This has been a popular route for our Accounting students,” said David Walker, Director of the Program of Accountancy at USF St. Petersburg.  “In addition to Forensic Accounting and other graduate accounting courses, these students are earning their MBA degrees and preparing themselves for leadership and top management positions.”

Demand for employees who posses the skill-set of a candidate with MBA and CPA credentials continues to grow.  David Walker remarked, “Top accounting and consulting firms that seek the best and brightest are recruiting students from our MBA Program, and other employers are getting in line as well.”

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 David Walker at dfwalker@stpt.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 attend our MBA Program. During a visit you may attend an MBA class, meet with current students, discuss the program with the MBA Director or take a tour of the College of Business. Please email 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. Instituations that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review.

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