MIAMI (June 15, 2026) - Florida International University is expanding opportunities for its highest-achieving students through a new partnership between the FIU Honors College and the FIU Chapman Graduate School of Business.
The colleges have established the Honors College Professional MBA Pathway, an initiative designed to provide Honors students with a clear and supported transition from undergraduate studies to graduate business education. The agreement was signed in April by Honors College Dean Juan Carlos Espinosa and College of Business Dean William Hardin, with the first cohort set to begin this fall.
The pathway reflects FIU's commitment to creating innovative academic experiences that help students accelerate their professional goals while remaining part of the FIU community.
“Our Honors students bring exceptional talent, ambition and leadership potential to this program, and they will benefit from the transformative opportunities and world-class resources offered by the nation’s top 10-ranked MBA program,” Espinosa said.
Through the new pathway, Honors College graduates who enroll in the Professional MBA program will be eligible to receive scholarships of up to $10,000. The initiative is intended to attract and retain top-performing students and provide them with a competitive advantage as they enter the workforce.
As employers increasingly seek graduates with advanced leadership, analytical and business skills, the pathway creates a seamless progression for students interested in continuing their education while building credentials that can enhance career growth and earning potential.
“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to investing in student success,” said Hardin. “The Professional MBA Pathway provides high-achieving Honors students with a seamless transition to graduate business education, meaningful scholarship support and the advanced skills needed to lead and compete in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace.”
The partnership also supports FIU's broader vision of preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy. By connecting the Honors College's emphasis on intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary learning and leadership development with the Chapman Graduate School of Business's focus on professional preparation and industry engagement, students will benefit from a comprehensive educational experience that spans both undergraduate and graduate study.
The new pathway further positions FIU as a leader in student-centered innovation by reducing barriers between degree programs and creating opportunities for talented students to continue their academic journey at the university.
Additional options for undergraduate career advancement include the Honors College pre-health pathways, which offer high-achieving students streamlined opportunities to transfer to the FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine’s Physician Assistant and M.D. programs.
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About the FIU Honors College
The FIU Honors College provides an enriched academic experience for high-achieving students through interdisciplinary coursework, undergraduate research opportunities, community engagement, and experiential learning designed to prepare graduates for success in their careers and communities.
About the FIU Chapman Graduate School of Business
The FIU Chapman Graduate School of Business is recognized among the nation's leading business schools, including a top 10-ranked international business program by U.S. News & World Report. Through innovative graduate programs, industry engagement, and experiential learning opportunities, the school prepares students to lead and succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars, and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health, and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.