Orientation week is scheduled the week before the start of the Fall semester. Attendance at orientation prior to the beginning of your first term is mandatory.
The Complete Application
Applicants should read the instructions carefully before filling out the forms and should keep copies of all material submitted during the application process. The online application and all supporting documentation become the confidential property of the School of Business and cannot be returned. By submitting the online application, the applicant certifies the information provided in the application is complete and accurate. The applicant also agrees that, if accepted, he or she will become familiar with and abide by the rules and regulations of the University of Miami, its Graduate School, as set forth in the Graduate Bulletin, and the Miami Herbert Business School, Graduate Business Programs. The Admissions Committee will evaluate an application only after the file is complete with the following:
Completed Application
Candidates will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee only upon receipt of a completed online application and supporting materials as outlined below.
Resume
The resume (or CV) should outline any current and previous professional and academic achievements that you would like the committee to consider.
Transcripts
Candidates for admission are required to hold a baccalaureate degree. Official transcripts for all undergraduate coursework as well as any post-graduate coursework from each university attended (including summer school, part-time study, or post-graduate even if only for one course) must be sent directly to BusinessCAS. For instructions on sending official transcripts electronically or by mail from U.S. institutions, please review the instructions for Sending Official Transcripts to BusinessCAS. Applicants who received a degree from an international institution must have an official foreign transcript evaluation completed and submitted to BusinessCAS. For instructions, review the BusinessCAS instructions for Foreign Transcripts.
Letter of Recommendation
Each applicant is required to submit one letter of recommendation. Most applicants provide a recommendation from a college instructor or from an employer or immediate supervisor.
Personal Statement
The personal statement is a chance for the admission committee to get to know you, your experience and goals, and what you may bring to the program. A personal statement prompt and supplemental essay prompt are provided within the application to help guide you.