Academics Overview

MBA@UCDavis prepares you to be an innovative leader with the business skills to make a positive impact on the world. Throughout the core curriculum, you will acquire a foundation in the functional areas of business by examining case studies and analyzing select companies.

Electives allow you to expand or narrow your interests depending on your personal and professional goals. These courses encourage you to apply real-world management principles through team projects that emphasize innovation, promote entrepreneurialism and develop your research and presentation skills.

Review the MBA@UCDavis course catalog for descriptions of all core and elective courses.

Our Top-Ranked Faculty

Ranked No. 4 globally for overall quality in The Economist’s Which MBA? 2018 rankings, our faculty members are trailblazers in their fields who will get to know you by name.¹ They bring their pioneering research, management best practices and consulting experiences to class to help you master essential business concepts.

Meet the leadership team and faculty members you will be learning from in MBA@UCDavis.

Ready to Learn More?

Take the next step in your career. Request information today to learn more about MBA@UCDavis and how we help you acquire the well-rounded skills you need to thrive.

¹ The Economist, Which MBA? 2018 Rankings (visited Feb. 6, 2019).


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