MS Programs
Expand your career opportunities.
Earn a Business Master's degree.
Whether you’re a creative who thrives on fresh ideas, a quant who loves data or a strategist who sees the big picture, we have programs that can build on your strengths. We will help you further strengthen your critical thinking skills, technical expertise and analytical abilities so you can stand out to employers in any industry. The University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business offers business master’s programs designed for students from all academic backgrounds, even if your undergraduate degree isn’t in business. In today’s fast-evolving, AI-driven world, our programs give you the knowledge and connections to get ahead.
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Build Expertise for Any Industry
Whether you’re a creative problem solver or data enthusiast, we’ll help you boost your career potential by strengthening your existing talents and adding valuable business skills to your portfolio. You'll also learn to leverage AI to your advantage, as our programs prepare students to succeed in a rapidly evolving world that is increasingly disrupted and driven by AI. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to understand the business landscape, apply new technologies with creativity and responsibility and build resilient organizations.
Earn a Degree from a Top-Ranked School
As the flagship institution for the state of Maryland, we're known for rigor and excellence. We rank among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. (U.S. News and World Report, 2024) and are the No. 1 top-ranked school for entrepreneurship in the Mid-Atlantic region (The Princeton Review, 2025).
Tap Into Guidance from Experts
Your learning will be hands-on with many opportunities to engage directly with employers. Our expert faculty bring their industry connections into the classroom, allowing you to participate in hands-on projects and work with professionals who hire Smith graduates. You'll also have lifetime access to career coaches who can connect you with hiring managers and help you make a strong impression in interviews.
Join our Global Alumni Network
With more than 400,000 UMD alumni and 70,000 Smith alumni worldwide, be part of a supportive, global community invested in your success.
Our Master's Degree Programs
Accounting
Explore how major businesses track and report their finances. You’ll gain specialized knowledge of how to analyze and manage financial and tax data while following today’s strict accounting guidelines.
Business Analytics
Deep dive into the frequently evolving world of data analysis. You'll explore the best ways to analyze and interpret massive amounts of data to recommend factual, innovative solutions to complex business challenges.
Management Studies
Gain a solid management foundation that will supplement your undergraduate degree and help you smoothly transition into the workplace. Explore innovative ways of handling workplace challenges through case competitions, business scenarios and exciting learning experiences.
Finance
Acquire a core set of skills and financial market knowledge needed for a variety of careers in finance. Learn the basics of programming and discover how to best use the latest tools and technology in corporate finance, risk management and asset allocation.
Information Systems
Use your data analytics knowledge to pursue an interesting, interactive career path in business-technology leadership. You'll communicate closely with technical groups and leadership to guide businesses towards securely managing data and reaching their strategic goals informed by data.
Marketing Analytics
Discover how companies use big data to reach consumers who will grow their business. You’ll analyze massive amounts of data, predict what consumers are interested in and explore how to make marketing campaigns more successful.
Quantitative Finance
Fast-track your finance career with sophisticated quantitative and programming skills. You’ll gain advanced knowledge of financial markets, institutions and the latest analytics techniques.
Supply Chain Management
Receive hands-on training from supply chain experts across numerous industries. Learn how products and services move across the world, negotiate business deals and become more confident in analyzing and solving the complex problems you’ll face while working in this exciting global business field.