Join UMD Smith's virtual Open House to explore our MBA and Business Master’s programs. From choosing the right program to application tips and tricks, our admissions team will answer your top-of-mind questions. You will also hear from our Office of Career Services, faculty members and current students. Come connect with the Smith community of fearless leaders!
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Connect with the Office of Admissions for an overview of all the Business Master’s programs offered at the Robert H. Smith School of Business. Learn about admissions requirements, how to obtain admissions support, and engage with the community.
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Discover how Smith’s Online Master of Science in Management Studies can help you take the next step in your professional journey. Designed with working professionals in mind, the program offers a flexible format that allows you to balance career, life, and learning. Through a dynamic curriculum, you’ll build the management, strategy, and leadership skills needed to expand your career opportunities and make an immediate impact in your organization.
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Join us for interactive breakout sessions tailored to your interests, based on your selected industry or program. Each session will be moderated by student ambassadors, recruiters, and representatives from the Office of Career Services—giving you a chance to ask questions, gain insider insights, and build meaningful connections in your field of interest.
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Attend your first class at UMD Smith: Negotiation 101. Professor Rellie Derfler-Rozin will introduce you to the science behind negotiations, dispel common misconceptions and give practical strategies for your next negotiation.
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Let's kick off the Admissions Super Week at Smith getting to know more about the program. Join us to learn about our MBA&MS programs. We'll discuss curriculum, career services, and the Maryland Smith culture during this virtual session.
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Referred for the Job, Less Welcome by the Team
Employee referrals can aid hiring but carry hidden downsides. Research by Smith’s Rellie Derfler-Rozin finds staff often see referred hires as less meritorious and offer less support, despite strong performance. Clear communication about hiring rigor and involving employees can reduce bias.
Join us for Terps in Your Town, a casual gathering to connect with fellow alumni, meet the Smith Graduate Admissions team, and enjoy light bites and conversation. Explore upcoming cities and RSVP to join us.
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Discover how Smith’s Online Master of Science in Management Studies can help you take the next step in your professional journey. Designed with working professionals in mind, the program offers a flexible format that allows you to balance career, life, and learning. Through a dynamic curriculum, you’ll build the management, strategy, and leadership skills needed to expand your career opportunities and make an immediate impact in your organization.
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Does Status Stand in the Way of Standing up for a Colleague?
Research by Rellie Derfler-Rozin of the University of Maryland’s Smith School finds high-status employees often stay silent when coworkers face supervisory mistreatment. Fear of retaliation outweighs intervention, unless individuals feel secure in their overall status across multiple areas of life beyond the workplace.