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Master of Business Administration

MBA Master of Business Administration

Whether you’re looking to kickstart a new career or move up the ladder in your current organization, earning your master’s in Business Administration (MBA) will prepare you to take on leadership roles in organizations and companies of all shapes and sizes.

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369 credits of specialized study in addition to the program requirements
Credits
8
Concentrations
Campus and onlinechoose between online or on-campus studies
Format
Jul 15 / Dec 1Fall and Spring entry
Deadlines

UB Ernest C. Trefz School of Business

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Build an MBA around the career you want

Your MBA should reflect where you want your career to go.

In UB’s MBA program, you’ll build a strong foundation across key areas of business while developing deeper expertise in an area that aligns with your interests and career goals. Choose from eight concentrations to shape your MBA around where you want to go next.

Whether you’re looking to advance in your current field, step into leadership, explore a new area of business, or build something of your own, UB’s MBA program gives you the knowledge and skills to move your career forward.

Route 01

Move up the ladder in your current organization

Whether you’re looking to kickstart a new career or move up the ladder in your current organization, earning your master’s in Business Administration (MBA) will prepare you to take on leadership roles in organizations and companies of all shapes and sizes.

Through a comprehensive curriculum taught by industry experts, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to guide your team or organization to meet and exceed its goals

Route 02

Kickstart a new career

By pursuing your MBA at University of Bridgeport, you will position yourself to succeed in the competitive, ever-growing world of business.

Our online MBA program offers you a competitive edge in the marketplace — setting you apart from other candidates for promotions and opportunities in leadership and management.

Route 03

Your undergraduate background

Depending on your undergraduate background, you may be waived from up to 6 credits of preparatory business coursework.

Prerequisite waivers are evaluated once your application is complete.

UB’s MBA curriculum

18
Business core
credits
9
Your concentration
credits
9
Capstone experience
credits

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Choose your concentration

Eight concentrations, nine credits each

Choose from eight concentrations and focus your MBA on the area of business that matters most to your career goals.

Not sure yet?

Talk to an advisor

MBA in Accounting

Learn to use financial information to support business decisions

MBA: Accounting concentration
  • 9 credits to complete concentration
  • Flexible learning options — on campus and hybrid
  • 886,600 job openings projected each year across business and financial occupations*

Achieve a career you can count on

Behind every successful organization are professionals who understand its financial picture. Accounting professionals help organizations track performance, manage resources, maintain financial integrity, and make informed business decisions.

With an Accounting concentration in UB’s MBA program, you’ll combine a broad understanding of business with specialized accounting knowledge, preparing you to approach financial decisions with both an accountant’s attention to detail and a business leader’s broader perspective.

Develop accounting expertise with a business perspective

Our MBA core curriculum introduces you to key areas of business, while the 9-credit Accounting concentration allows you to develop deeper expertise in accounting.

Through advanced coursework, you’ll strengthen your ability to interpret and communicate financial information, evaluate business performance, and connect accounting insights to broader business decisions. You’ll develop a perspective that helps you look beyond the numbers to understand what they mean for an organization and where it goes next.

At UB, you'll also benefit from:

  • Expert faculty: Learn from professors who bring diverse professional experience and industry perspectives into the classroom.
  • Small classes and personalized support: With an average class size under 10 students, you’ll have opportunities to connect with your professors and receive individualized support throughout your MBA experience.
  • Flexible learning options: omplete your Accounting concentration through on-campus and hybrid classes, giving you flexibility as you balance your education with other priorities.
  • Internship opportunities: At UB, we’re all-in on your journey from classroom to career — offering career and academic services to support both your professional and personal development. With internships available throughout the region, our MBA Accounting track will help you enter the field with hands-on experience and career-ready confidence.

Where can an Accounting MBA take you?

Accounting expertise can open doors across industries and organizations of all sizes. Pairing specialized accounting knowledge with an MBA can prepare you to pursue opportunities in accounting, financial management, analysis, and business leadership.

* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2026

Develop skills for today’s business world

No matter which concentration you choose, you’ll develop knowledge across core business disciplines, including accounting, finance, information systems, management, marketing, and more.

Through case studies, real-world projects and internships, and an integrative capstone experience, you’ll strengthen your skills in leadership, communication, analytical thinking, decision-making, teamwork, and strategy.

You’ll also learn alongside peers with different backgrounds and perspectives, helping you think across disciplines and approach complex business challenges from multiple angles. With guidance from experienced faculty, you’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to lead, collaborate, and make informed decisions in an ever-changing business environment.

Earn your MBA your way

Your career doesn’t stop when you go back to school. That’s why our MBA program has been designed with your unique needs in mind. When you earn your MBA at UB, you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to choose between online, or on-campus, or hybrid studies — whichever option suits you best.

Student voices

Student voices

Portrait of Clovia McIntosh
Clovia McIntosh
MBA graduate

If it weren’t for UB, I don’t know how much longer my start-up would have taken to launch. UB surrounded me with mentors who were able to help me all along the way. The entire experience was a testament to the support that laid the foundation for my entrepreneurial journey.

Portrait of Mary Androus
Mary Androus

I remember every moment about UB. This University changed my life. During my studies, I gained not only academic knowledge but practical experience. I joined UB in 2015 for an MBA. I was a little bit worried because my background was not business related. The MBA program was fantastic; I studied everything I needed for my career path. Whenever I went to my professors for them to explain something further, they were very helpful. What I loved about studying at UB was the external activities and other services they provided to students. I joined a business club, and we traveled together, I participated in the tax clinic for two years, and I joined the entrepreneur center. I participated in multiple competitions. All these activities gave me knowledge and skills. Moreover, the student center helped me improve my resume and search for internships.

Portrait of Dr. Dana Wade, MD, MBA
Dr. Dana Wade, MD, MBA

The master’s in Business Administration (MBA) degree created opportunities for me to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry on a national level.

Portrait of Paula Garay, DHSc, MBA
Paula Garay, DHSc, MBA

I have a Doctor of Health Science degree, an MBA in management, and a bachelor’s — all from UB. These degrees have opened so many doors for me. UB prepared me with the tools necessary to be a knowledgeable healthcare leader. Thank you, UB, for paving the way for me to make my professional dreams come true!

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Jagjiwan Singh

I loved my time at University of Bridgeport. I learned a lot from all of my professors but what made a difference was that they shared real-world experiences with us. UB students come from all over the world, so you get a lot of different perspectives, and professors encourage the dialogue between students. In my current position, I utilize my education and experience to add value to my organization! Thank you, UB! You will always be a memorable part of my life.

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Brandy Tomlinson

Over the course of four years, I attended University of Bridgeport’s Ernest C. Trefz School of Business studying for a dual master’s degree in their new Analytics program (MBA/MS). During that time, I was able to learn from leading industry professionals and learn systems that are highly relevant in today’s job market. I was fortunate enough to have an amazing advisor who was responsive, attentive, and highly passionate about his profession and teaching. The experience, curriculum, and business insights I have gained from this program have helped to advance my career from an associate to a manager at my current job. I am grateful to UB, my professors, and this amazing program.

Watch Clovia’s Story

Prepare for success at the Ernest C. Trefz School of Business

At University of Bridgeport’s esteemed Ernest C. Trefz School of Business, you’ll gain a leg up in the industry — preparing you to excel in the exciting world of business. With opportunities to connect with peers and professionals from dynamic backgrounds, you’ll gain a nuanced, in-depth understanding of what it takes to succeed in the modern job market.

Facilities

Invent your future at the Innovation Center at Bauer Hall

UB is proudly home to the Innovation Center at Bauer Hall. Here, you’ll enjoy one-of-a-kind opportunities to immerse yourself in a creative and entrepreneurial environment with forward-thinking innovators like yourself — advancing your education while bringing your cutting-edge ideas into reality. With a podcast studio, maker space, workstations, industry mentors, and more, you’ll have access to the resources necessary to carry your visions from the conceptual stages to the market.

Podcast studio
At the Innovation Center at Bauer Hall
Maker space
Workstations, industry mentors, and more

Getting in

Admission requirements and deadlines

A completed application and all supporting documents must be received on or before:

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or recognized international institution
  • Application
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • To be considered for a scholarship and prerequisite waivers, you must submit transcripts from each institution attended
  • Preparatory coursework: Depending on your undergraduate background, you may be waived from up to 6 credits of preparatory business coursework. Prerequisite waivers are evaluated once your application is complete.
  • International applicants: Please consult our international admission requirements, or for specific queries, contact your admissions officer.
International admissions

Deadlines and entry terms

July 15
Fall semester entry
A completed application and all supporting documents
December 1
Spring semester entry
A completed application and all supporting documents
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MBA Career Opportunities

Take your business career to the next level

An MBA can prepare you to pursue opportunities across industries, functional areas, and organizational settings. Whether you want to advance in your current field, move into leadership, develop expertise in a new area, or explore a different career path, UB’s MBA gives you a broad business foundation you can apply in many directions.

With eight concentrations to choose from, you can also develop deeper knowledge in an area that aligns with your professional goals — helping you shape your MBA around where you want your career to go.

Connect classroom learning with career experience

UB’s location in Connecticut places you within reach of employers and opportunities throughout the region, as well as major business centers including New York City and Boston. Through internships, you can put what you learn in your MBA courses into practice while gaining experience and building your professional network.

Section overview

Internship opportunities include but are not limited to businesses such as:

  • American Institute of Healthcare & Technology
  • Deloitte & Touche LLP
  • Fidelity Investments
  • IZEA, Inc.
  • Merril Lynch Piece
  • Nestlé Purina
  • Pictura D’Arte
  • Prudential Financial
  • Schneider Electric
  • Top Chef Meals

Employers of UB Business Administration graduates include but are not limited to:

  • Apple
  • ESPN
  • FBI
  • Microsoft
  • Pitney Bowes
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Pitney Bowes
  • Sikorsky Aircraft

Career services at UB

Our Career Development team can help you prepare for your next step with individualized support throughout your career journey.

Connect one-on-one with career counselors for assistance with resumé writing, internship search, job hunting for post-graduation opportunities, and anything else that will help you to land your dream job.

Portrait of Dr. Tim Raynor

Program director

Dr. Tim Raynor, DBA, MBA

Dr. Tim Raynor is an experienced business practitioner with almost 20 years of executive and senior leadership experience. Aside from his professional experience with Fortune 50 companies, Dr. Raynor has an extensive background in international business — having worked overseas on countless multinational task forces. Dr. Raynor has been a University of Bridgeport faculty member for over 8 years — focusing his instruction on Strategic Management, International Business, Business Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. Before joining UB, Dr. Raynor was an Associate Professor and Business Department Chair at Albertus Magnus College. He has continued to lend his leadership expertise to UB — serving as the Dean for the School of Professional Studies/UB Online, the Executive Director for Strategic Programs, and an Associate Professor and Director for the Ernest C. Trefz Business School.

Almost 20
Years of executive and senior leadership experience
Over 8
Years as a University of Bridgeport faculty member

Dr. Raynor is also a prolific entrepreneur. He has owned and operated several Connecticut businesses, including a coffee company, specialty bakeries, and restaurants. In addition to these local businesses, Dr. Raynor owns a business-consulting firm that wrote a strategic plan for New Haven’s Health Department.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Depending on your undergraduate background, you may be waived from up to 6 credits of preparatory business coursework. Prerequisite waivers are evaluated once your application is complete.

Course catalog

Online course catalog

University of Bridgeport’s MBA program is a 36 credit program which may require domestic students to complete up to an additional 6 credits depending on their undergraduate coursework. View all courses offered and read full course descriptions in our online course catalog system.

6 categories · 20 courses

Preparatory courses: Acquiring the foundation for success – up to 6 credits

2 courses

Students with undergraduate preparation in a non-business field may be required to complete up to 6 credits of preparatory coursework.Economics and Finance requires organizational behavior, operations management, and marketing or any similarly named course that includes consumer behavior.

This coursework provides the basic fundamentals across the business disciplines that serve as a necessary foundation for the MBA program.

Course Code Course Title
ACCT 500 Accounting, Business Law & Ethics
ECON 500 Economics & Finance
MBA program curriculum requirements
36 credits

Core courses

6 courses 18 credits

In the six core courses you will apply the theory from the foundation coursework through cases and real-world exercises.

Course Code Course Title
ACCT 505 Managerial and Cost Accounting
FIN 505 Advanced Financial Management and Policy
ITKM 505 Information Systems and Knowledge Management
MGMT 505 Organizational Behavior
MGMT 555 Global Program and Project Management
MKTG 505 Marketing Research

Concentration courses – 9 credits from one discipline*

3 courses

Because many careers require specialized and in-depth knowledge and skills in specific business areas, the program provides students with the opportunity to complete three courses of in-depth study in an area of their choice. Students can choose from the following concentrations:

  • Accounting
  • Analytics Intelligence
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Finance
  • Healthcare Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Management
  • Marketing
Course Code Course Title
ITKM 560 Foundations in Advanced Business Analytics
MGMT 512 Organizational Development
MGMT 528 Exploring Human and AI Integration in the Contemporary Workplace
Capstone courses
9 credits

The capstone experience provides the final integration of student learning across the disciplines and the application of concepts learned to practical and competitive situations.

Integration (required)

1 course
Course Code Course Title
BUCP 597 Integration and Application; Strategy

Practicum (select one)

3 courses
Course Code Course Title
MGMT 582 Innovation & Business Planning
BUCP 588 Research Methods for Business
BUCP 589 Cases in Economics & Ethics

Experiential (select one)

5 courses
Course Code Course Title
MGMT 582 Innovation & Business Planning
GLDP 501 Research Methods
BUCP 598 Integration and Application; Thesis
BUCP 589 Cases in Economics & Ethics
BUCP 599 Integration and Application; Internship
Note

* Requires advisor assigned by discipline

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