University of Maryland--College Park is one of more than 800 institutions with graduate schools surveyed by U.S. News on an annual basis. University of Maryland--College Park confers degrees through various schools, such as: the Robert H. Smith School of Business, the A. James Clark School of Engineering, and the College of Education.
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The Robert H. Smith School of Business at University of Maryland--College Park (Smith) offers these departments and concentrations: accounting, consulting, e-commerce, entrepreneurship, finance, general management, international business, leadership, marketing, management information systems, production/operations management, organizational behavior, portfolio management, public policy, supply chain management/logistics, quantitative analysis/statistics and operations research, and technology. Its tuition is full-time: $92,232 total program (in-state); full-time: $113,292 total program (out-of-state); part-time: $90,828 total program (in-state); part-time: $90,828 total program (out-of-state); executive: $129,900 total program (in-state); executive: $129,900 total program (out-of-state); specialty master's: $1,582 per credit (in-state); and specialty master's: $2,015 per credit (out-of-state). At graduation, 73.50 percent of graduates of the full-time program are employed.
At the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, students can choose between full-time, part-time, and executive M.B.A. programs. Part-time students have the option of evening courses in Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, or weekend classes in D.C. The Executive M.B.A. track at the Robert H. Smith School of Business is a 19-month program at the College Park campus for applicants with significant management experience. The school also offers master of science in business degrees in finance, accounting, information systems, and supply chain management. Students enrolled at the Robert H. Smith School of Business can get hands-on experience in financial trading and e-commerce at one of the schools Netcentricity Laboratories, or try their hands at securities analysis and portfolio management through the Mayer Fund.
University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business is also one of only 31 business schools in the United States to house a Center for International Business Education and Research. Created by Congress, and funded by the Department of Education, the CIBER program at Smith focuses on research and experiential learning in global entrepreneurship, emerging markets, government policy, and sustainability. For addition global experience, the Robert H. Smith School of Business offers 10-day and semesterlong study abroad opportunities. Master’s candidates studying at the College Park campus can unwind at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union, which is home to restaurants, cafes, a bowling alley, and a movie theater. The College Park campus is also a short train ride from the museums and monuments in D.C., and within driving range of Baltimore and Annapolis, Md. One famous alumna of the Robert H. Smith School of Business is Lorrie Norrington, on Fortune’s list of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Business in 2009. Norrington is the former president of eBay and sits on the board of directors for DirecTV; Lucasfilm Ltd.; and McAfee, Inc.
The admissions decision is based on the candidate’s potential to be academically successful in the program, his or her ability to contribute to the class experience and Maryland Smith’s ability to accommodate a limited number of students. Substantive work experience gives an important edge, as does demonstrated leadership; GPA, GMAT or GRE scores, a résumé and one letter of recommendation.
An undergraduate degree, 8+ years of professional experience and significant management experience. Candidates are reviewed as unique individuals and the sum of their experiences are evaluated. They must submit an application with essays, transcripts, a sponsorship letter, and a letter of recommendation. An interview by invitation is required, and at that time candidates will also complete a case analysis.
The admissions decision is based on the candidate’s potential to be successful in the program, his or her ability to contribute to the class perspective and Maryland Smith’s ability to accommodate a limited number of students. Work experience gives an important edge; GPA,GMAT scores, a résumé and one letter of recommendation related to the applicant’s professional or academic performance are required.
Maryland Smith’s Business Master's programs focus on functional verticals within the business model, requiring the student to take a deep dive into a specific technical area. Given that, the admissions decision is based on the candidate’s demonstrated ability to succeed academically as a whole, to manipulate and interpret relevant data sets and to engage and contribute to the overall class experience. Substantive internships or research projects can bolster an applicant’s candidacy and complement a strong GPA, GMAT or GRE performance. In addition to the online application form, a résumé, a letter of recommendation and a video interview response is also required for consideration.
https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/full-time-mba
https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/executive-mba
https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/flex-mba
https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/specialty-masters
Consulting, entrepreneurship, finance, general management, marketing
Full-time traditional two year, part-time evenings and weekends, part-time off campus, part-time other, traditional executive MBA
Healthcare (management), law, public policy/administration, social work, MBA/MS, MBA/MSN, MBA/Real Estate, MBA/Pharmacy
Students develop sophisticated analytical skills for data-driven decision making, and the leadership skills to enact change around those decisions. Core courses in accounting, marketing, human capital management, managerial economics, strategic management, finance, supply chain management/logistics, and data models build foundational business knowledge.
The EMBA curriculum includes functional skills courses while emphasizing management of the entire organization. Action learning projects and sessions on systems thinking and entrepreneurship allow students to address difficult cross-organizational alignment and performance improvement issues. Students also benefit from a comprehensive assessment center, executive coaching and 360 degree feedback.
The program delivers a foundation in core management skills and specialized knowledge in such areas as consulting, finance, marketing and strategy. Lectures, cases, group study and simulations are used.
Maryland Smith's Business Master's programs help students gain a competitive edge in the job market with targeted skill sets and a deep understanding of their functional areas. Smith's community of world-class scholars and practitioners deliver rigorous coursework and interactive learning experiences that allow students to test their skills and knowledge in real-life situations. A dedicated team of career coaches provides personalized programming for career development.
The application fee is $75 for U.S. residents and $75 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $731 per credit (in-state); full-time: $1,625 per credit (out-of-state); part-time: $731 per credit (in-state); and part-time: $1,625 per credit (out-of-state). The 2020 Ph.D. student-faculty ratio is 3.8:1. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at University of Maryland--College Park (Clark) has 263 full-time faculty on staff.
Graduate students at the University of Maryland—College Park’s A. James Clark School of Engineering can design and test space exploration robotics in zero gravity at the school’s Neutral Buoyancy Research Facility, which houses a neutral buoyancy tank—the only one on a college campus. The facility is one of four on-campus research labs associated with the Space Systems Laboratory, and one of more than 30 research centers and institutes at the Clark School.
Full-time master’s students at Clark can choose from 16 degree areas, including engineering standards such as electrical or aerospace engineering, as well as less-common offerings such as fire protection or nuclear engineering. The school also offers the two part-time degree options—a master’s of science in telecommunications and a professional master of engineering degree—and a graduate certificate in engineering.
Outside of the classroom and the research labs, graduate students can gain hands-on experience via internships and co-op employment opportunities. They can also use their engineering expertise to make an impact in developing countries via the school’s Engineers Without Borders group.
Notable alumni from University of Maryland—College Park’s Clark School of Engineering include Jeong Kim, president of Bell Labs; and Michael Griffin, former head of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
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The College of Education at University of Maryland--College Park has a rolling application deadline. The application fee for the education program at University of Maryland--College Park is $75. Its tuition is full-time: $731 per credit (in-state); full-time: $1,625 per credit (out-of-state); part-time: $731 per credit (in-state); and part-time: $1,625 per credit (out-of-state). The College of Education at University of Maryland--College Park has 82 full-time faculty on staff with a 4:1 ratio of full-time equivalent doctoral students to full-time faculty.
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