MBA Prerequisites

Graduate Degree Preparation Modeled After Leading M.B.A. Programs

UCSC Extension offers M.B.A. preparatory curriculum modeled after leading graduate business school programs. The courses in this curriculum were developed in conjunction with the world-renowned UCSC Economics Department. Some map directly to campus course offerings.

Earn Degree Credit Toward Leading Bay Area M.B.A.s

M.B.A. programs typically accept limited transfer credit. However, by special arrangement, various pairings of UCSC Extension courses can be combined for this purpose. The schedule below details course combinations accepted by institutions participating in this program. Bay Area business schools recognizing this coursework include:

• California State University, East Bay
• Golden Gate University
• Notre Dame de Namur University
• Saint Mary's College of California
• San Jose State University, School of Business
• Santa Clara University
• UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business Evening Program

Low Cost, No Risk Way to Qualify for M.B.A. Degree Credit

Students can test drive graduate-level coursework at their own pace, without putting their graduate-school transcripts at risk. This allows student to expand or update their knowledge through specific courses or to put themselves firmly on track for an M.B.A. Importantly, since UCSC Extension credit is priced substantially below graduate degree credit, this is an economical path to business school.

Build Your Academic Credentials

A powerful way to advance your candidacy for an M.B.A. is demonstrating your ability to perform at the graduate level in coursework recognized by the school(s) you are interested in attending. Gain confidence knowing that, if you do well, you can apply credits toward a degree. Or if you change your mind, you can always apply completed courses toward a well-regarded UCSC Extension certificate in Business Administration or Accounting.

Benefits of Studying at UCSC

• Begin working toward an M.B.A.
• Seven participating M.B.A. programs
• Only need to commit to one course at a time
• Substantially lower cost per unit
• Test out graduate-level study without risk
• Develop valuable business skills
• Build background in business administration
• Earn Accounting or Business Administation certificate instead

Who Should Attend This Program

• Anyone considering an M.B.A.
• Accountants and bookkeepers
• Recent college grads
• Career changers from any profession