Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, FIU Professional MBA Online applicants may transfer up to six (6) graduate-level credits earned at an accredited institution. Credits submitted for transfer will be evaluated during the application process.

Yes, FIU Professional MBA Online students may choose to pursue an additional specialization beyond their primary one. However, this will incur an additional cost and may extend the time required for graduation. We recommend discussing your academic and career goals with your advisor to determine if adding a second specialization aligns with your timeline and objectives.

FIU Professional MBA Online courses are delivered in a primarily asynchronous format, allowing you to study on your own schedule. However, some courses may include optional or required synchronous Zoom sessions such as live discussions, group presentations, or faculty Q&As. These sessions are usually scheduled in the evenings or weekends to accommodate working professionals.

PMBAO students may qualify for federal financial aid, including loans through the FAFSA program. Additionally, employer sponsorship, tuition reimbursement programs, and payment plans are available. Be sure to speak with a financial aid advisor to explore all funding opportunities.

No, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university to be eligible for the Professional MBA Online program. This is a required part of the admissions criteria and ensures students are prepared for graduate-level business coursework. If your degree was earned outside the United States, a credential evaluation may be needed to confirm equivalency.

Yes! You’ll receive the same AACSB-accredited MBA as on-campus students, taught by the same faculty, and with access to the same university resources, just delivered fully online.

Absolutely. The FIU Professional MBA Online program is specifically designed for working professionals. With asynchronous courses and flexible scheduling, most students continue working full time while completing their degree.

The PMBAO program attracts early- to mid-career professionals from a wide variety of industries including tech, finance, healthcare, government, and non-profits. The average student has 5–10 years of professional experience.

Yes. As a PMBAO student, you gain access to the Career Services team, global alumni network, virtual networking events, and career development resources like resume reviews, interview coaching, and leadership workshops.

Yes. FIU offers performance-based scholarships for PMBA Online students, awarded based on your GPA once you complete your first 10 courses. Awards can be up to $10,000, and many PMBAO students receive some scholarship funding; amounts vary by eligibility and available funds. You will apply through FIU’s scholarship portal after admission.

According to Bloomberg’s Business School ROI Calculator, the ROI of an FIU MBA ranks Top 10 in the U.S., with an estimated 17.7% annual return on investment.

Based on our previous cohort’s data, students within 3 months of graduation, on average, increase their salary by $12,000.

No, your diploma will say "Master of Business Administration from Florida International University" It will not mention online.

The current total tuition cost of FIU’s Professional MBA Online is $42,000. Aside from the tuition cost, we recommend budgeting between $350-$450 a semester for books and course materials (but we aim for it to be much less than that).

The Professional MBA Online program at FIU is 100% online, so you will never need to come to campus. However you are more than welcome to attend on-campus events, study at the library, or walk at the graduation ceremony.

You can complete our online MBA program in as little 18 months, but if you need to take a slower pace you have the option of completing it in 21 or 33 months.

No, you are not required to submit GMAT/GRE scores as part of your application.

No, you will only need to supply your resume at the point of the application. Once your application has been submitted, a recruiter will reach out to you with the list of documents needed to complete your file and instructions on how to submit them.

There are 5 starts a year therefore admission decisions can be received 1-3 weeks prior to a given start.

While we don’t guarantee jobs or internships, our College has the Business Career Management office. Services provided by this department include resume critiques, mock interviews, invitation to career fairs and workshops for help with salary negotiation, networking, business etiquette, and more.