Broad Traditional Full-Time MBA and Full-Time STEM MBA students will grow and learn together within the same 30+-credit program. Both Traditional and STEM Full-Time MBA students will be on 5-person student learning teams during the Fall and Spring semesters of their first year and complete their business foundation courses, drawing from all five academic departments at Broad, providing a strong foundation in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Management, Business Communications, and Accounting.
The difference between the Traditional and STEM MBA curriculum is the amount of quantitative classes that the student must fulfill. STEM-MBA students must complete more quantitative classes than Traditional MBA students. Out of the six concentrations available within the Broad Full-Time MBA program (Supply Chain Management, Human Resources and Strategic Management, Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship), only Supply Chain Management, Finance and Marketing are STEM-designated concentration options.
Full-Time MBA
61 Credits to graduate
Primary Concentration
Finance | Marketing | SCM | HR Management
12 credits
Secondary Concentration
Finance | Marketing | SCM | HR Management | Business Analytics | Entrepreneurship | CSR and Sustainability | Elective Courses
18 credits
Full-Time STEM MBA
61 credits to graduate
Primary Concentration
12 credits
STEM Elective Courses
18 credits
Application Information
Please start your application for either the Traditional Full-Time MBA or STEM MBA HERE.
Choose “Graduate” and upon entering personal background information, you will reach the third tab named “Other Information.” Choose either the Major Preference “Master of Business Administration – Full-Time” or “Master of Business Administration – Full-Time –
STEM Designated”.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How different is the STEM MBA curriculum from the traditional Full-Time MBA curriculum?
The STEM MBA curriculum is focused on quantitative (math, statistics, analytics, etc.) courses, versus the traditional Full-Time MBA which provides additional flexibility to enroll in qualitative courses. The classes and sections offered in both programs are the same, however, the STEM MBA degree limits electives to be more quantitative than qualitative.
- Do students need a STEM undergraduate degree to succeed in the STEM MBA program?
While a STEM undergraduate degree is not needed to succeed in the STEM MBA program, we strongly advise an educational and/or professional focus on quantitative preparation. The degree was created to further grow students’ quantitative strengths whilst enrolled in the program.
- Great! Where do I apply?
Kindly apply HERE. Choose “Graduate” and upon entering personal background information, you will reach the third tab named “Other Information.” Choose either the Major Preference “Master of Business Administration – Full-Time” or “Master of Business Administration – Full-Time –
STEM Designated”. - Is the STEM MBA program eligible for federal financial aid?
Yes, the STEM MBA has been approved by all state and federal agencies and is eligible for federal financial aid.
- Can a student enroll in free electives in the STEM MBA program?
Yes. All electives taken must be quantitative ones, either from the directed course list, or via approval from the STEM MBA Managing Director. If a student wishes to take courses outside of the directed course list, they must first ensure their degree requirements for the STEM MBA will be met and meet with the program office to discuss their options.
- Can a student pursue two concentrations in the STEM MBA program?
Yes. Students have the ability to pursue a second concentration, as long as the second concentration’s courses are qualified STEM electives (see list above or contact Program Director) is towards their required electives from the quantitative list.
- Can a student enroll in non-quantitative courses in the STEM MBA program?
Yes. After STEM MBA students have earned their 61st credit, they may enroll in up to seven credits in non-quantitative courses (i.e., negotiations, international business, etc.).
- Are STEM MBA students study-abroad eligible?
Yes. They have the same privileges to enroll in study abroad as traditional Full-Time MBA students do.
- Are STEM MBA students an equal part of the Full-Time MBA experience, with access to the same benefits and resources?
Yes. They have the same access to program resources (study rooms, MBA lounge), student resource groups (DEI and Professional Clubs, etc.), and college resources (Palmer Career Center, Dean’s Office).
- I am a current, in-residence Full-Time MBA student. Can I transfer into the STEM MBA program?
If you are interested in this option, please make an appointment to speak with an MBA Advisor. Your current academic record will be audited by the MBA Program Office to ensure you qualify to transition to the STEM MBA program, OISS has assured us that your I-20’s can be amended accordingly.
- Which CIP code does the new STEM MBA program carry?
The new degree carries the CIP code: 52.1301, corresponding to Management Science.
- Can MBA alumni retroactively change their degree program?
Unfortunately not, given that this is a new program, degrees cannot be altered retroactively.
- Does Broad offer the dual-degree programs (e.g. DO/MBA, JD/MBA and MD/MBA) alongside the STEM MBA?
No, the courses required to complete our dual-degree programs do not sufficiently align with the dual degree programs to allow for a STEM MBA dual degree.
