The UBalt MBA is a 39-credit degree program. The Flex MBA maximizes the flexibility to customize your program. This pathway is ideal for students whose career ambitions go beyond one of our predefined specializations. You just need 9 credits that fit your goals.
If you want to focus on a specific area, we have 12 specializations for you to consider.
Browse the course descriptions of all courses that the Merrick School of Business offers, or view the course catalog.
This curriculum is effective as of fall 2025.
Build a Strong Foundation Before Business School | GMAC Business Fundamentals is designed to give you the key foundational knowledge you need to start your graduate business program with confidence. Contact your UBalt Admission counselor or our Graduate Business Program Director, Dr. Mikhail Pevzner to learn more.
This can be waived based on previous educational experience.
Core Requirements (27 credits)
| Course | TitlE | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 605 | Financial Statement Analysis and Management Control | 3 | Prerequisite: GMAC Business Fundamentals |
| ECON 606 | Economics for Managers | 3 | |
| ENTR 606 | Creating New Things | 3 | |
| FIN 635 | Corporate Finance | 3 | Prerequisite: GMAC Business Fundamentals |
| MGMT 615 | Foundations of Organizational Behavior for Leaders | 3 | |
| MKTG 645 | Marketing Strategy and Analysis | 3 | |
| OPM 625 | Operations and Supply Chain Management | 3 | |
| OPRE 607 | Business Analytics | 3 | Prerequisite: GMAC Business Fundamentals |
Take the 3-credit capstone course toward the end of your program.
| Course | TitlE | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGMT 790 | Strategic Management | 3 | Prerequisites: All Required Core Courses |
Select 9 credits from any 600 or 700 level business gthat are available and that you a course you have not previously taken.
Think about your current career path or future aspirations. Are there any skills or knowledge gaps that you need to address? Selecting courses that align with your career goals can make you a more competitive candidate for jobs or promotions.