Career

We're Invested in Your Success

You can count on Maryland Smith to be in your corner. We want you to succeed. Nothing is more important. With your quick mind and drive to learn, your ability to become a strong, confident leader will be complemented by your active partnership with our Office of Career Services (OCS) team.

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2022 Class Career Outcomes

$121,103
Average Base Salary
$29,452
Average Signing Bonus
$147,550
Average Total Compensation

Employment by Function

Employment by Function: Consulting 30%, Marketing/Sales 23%, General Management 15%, Finance/Accounting 13%, Operations/Logistics 10%, Other 9%

Employment by Industry

Employment by Industry: Technology 26%, Consulting 21%, Financial Services 13%, Consumer Packaged Goods 10%, Healthcare/Pharma 5%, Manufacturing 5%, Other 20%

Andres Reyes

“Your career coach is not just about the job search—they are your advocate to employers and alumni, your mentor when things get tough and your cheerleader to share in your successes.”

Andres Reyes
MBA ′16

Fearless Career Development

Even before you set foot on campus, our focus is you and your development. Our unique "Be Fearless" summer webinar series is a career development curriculum that will help you define your career targets so you can actively engage in job search conversations as soon as you arrive.

Maryland Smith's Seven Phases of Career Development 1. Inventory Yourself 2. Map the Market 3. Structure Your Narrative

4. Organize Your Network 5. Plan Your Job Search 6. Prepare for Interviews 7. Negotiate Offers

Smith Hired

Smith students are hired by some of the biggest names in business. Our students are in demand and have had both employment and internship opportunities with companies such as:

Questions? Contact the MBA & Business Master's Admissions Office at 301-405-2559 or mbaprograms@umd.edu.

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