Program Overview

The W. P. Carey MBA – Full-time Program offers core business courses complemented by elective classes and summer internships. As a full-time student, you also complete an in-depth specialization designed to help focus your studies and enhance your career goals.

The full-time MBA is a two-year program that includes three 10-week trimesters each year. Most students enroll in three to five courses per trimester.

Core business courses are taken primarily in the first year of the program. They typically are scheduled Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and noon, with afternoon time set aside for meeting with study teams and preparing course assignments.

Electives and Internships

During the last trimester of the first year, you select from a number of specialization or elective offerings. To further support your career goals, you complete a required internship during the summer between the first and second year of the program.

In the second year, you continue with several courses in your selected specialization. Additional elective courses may be taken to build knowledge in other areas, to select a second specialization or to complete an area of emphasis.

International and Off-Site Electives

The W. P. Carey MBA program offers a number of international and off-site learning opportunities that allow you to participate in a variety of international electives abroad. A course in business and public policy also is offered in Washington, D.C. These courses are typically held in January, May or during break periods that minimize conflict with regular courses. Information sessions are available throughout the year to provide you with details regarding the cost, application process and course dates.