Professional MBA

Our Professional MBA program at Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, located at our CityCentre-Houston campus, is designed for working professionals who want to immediately apply the knowledge they learn in the classroom to their jobs. The skills and knowledge gained from this program will equip you to become a business leader.

Our CityCentre-Houston campus boasts state-of-the-art learning spaces, including online capabilities, specifically designed for executive learners. Conveniently located at Beltway 8 and I-10, and near two major Houston airports, our campus ensures easy accessibility.

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Academic Overview

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Our Professional MBA program is a rigorous 22-month program designed for working professionals who want to immediately apply the knowledge they learn in the classroom to their jobs. Graduates emerge from this program transformed personally and professionally, ready to confidently assume a leadership role in all areas of your life. Classes are held on alternating weekends, Friday from 6 – 10 PM and Saturday 9 AM – 6 PM.

Degree Details

Duration: 22 months

Credit Hours: 45

Class Type: In-Person

Location: Houston’s CityCentre

Curriculum

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Admissions

We review each application for the Professional MBA program holistically – no one part of the application is more important than the other parts. Candidates are encouraged to schedule an appointment with a member of the Professional MBA admissions team before applying.

  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
  • Two years of professional experience
  • Resume
  • Essay question
  • GMAT/GRE waivers available
  • Educational transcripts
  • Application fee
  • Evaluative interview
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Apply To Mays

Fall 2025 Entry – Applications Are Open
We accept and review applications on a rolling basis. If you have questions, please contact us.

Round 1 Deadline: November 15, 2024

Round 2 Deadline: February 28, 2025

Final Deadline: June 6, 2025

Tuition and Financial Aid

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Earning an Professional MBA is truly an investment in yourself and your career. Our tuition is all inclusive, covering university tuition and fees, books, course materials such as cases and software, and most expenses for Residency Week and the trip. Financial aid can include federal, state, institutional, and private sources that assist eligible students in funding their education. We encourage you to review information available from the Texas A&M University Office of Financial Aid for additional information. All admitted students are automatically considered for scholarship opportunities.

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Texas Residents: $110,000*

Financial Aid

*This amount is subject to change. Texas A&M University’s official resource for tuition fees is the tuition calculator.

Explore Professional MBA

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Careers

Mays offers a world-class career management services with a proven track record of helping MBA students with career coaching or helping them find their next job. Our students success post graduation: 

53% increase in average salary during the program

72% experienced an increase in job effectiveness

46% received new responsibilities

29% received a promotion

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Residency Week

All students participate in Residency Week, which serves as the official kick-off for the Professional MBA program. This week helps students transition back into an academic environment. All activities are held at Texas A&M’s Mays Business School in College Station.

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International Experience

All Professional MBA students take the International Business Policy course during the summer session between their first and second year in the graduate program.

My MBA Story

Find out why our MBA is rated as one of the top 100 programs globally. The My MBA Story video series details the benefits of completing our Executive MBA program straight from the source; our graduates. Take a deep dive and find out what the power of a Mays MBA can do for you.

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How To Apply

Review this page or visit our how to apply page to learn more about our graduate application process!

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