UTEP MBA Program Welcomes Largest Class Ever
Why it matters: The UTEP MBA program starts the Spring 2025 semester with its largest-ever combined enrollment across its Online, Professional, and Executive MBA programs. The milestone reflects the program’s adaptability, diversity, and increasing appeal to professionals on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.
The Big Picture: This semester, three unique MBA formats welcomed new cohorts, bringing together 233 total students, each tailored to distinct professional goals:
- Online MBA: Designed for national and international professionals with dynamic schedules and frequent travel demands.
- Professional MBA: Geared towards early-to-mid-career professionals seeking to advance in leadership roles.
- Executive MBA: Tailored for senior leaders, including business owners and vice presidents, aiming to enhance strategic vision and holistic decision-making.
What They’re Saying:
"This achievement highlights the collective efforts of Hunt Business to provide a high-quality business education that addresses the unique needs of our region," said Sacnité Ramos, Director of the UTEP Graduate Business Center.
A Closer Look:
- Spectrum of Industries: The new MBA cohorts feature students from industries like healthcare, technology, finance, and engineering.
o Military veterans represent a growing segment, leveraging the MBA to transition into civilian careers like management consulting and entrepreneurship.
- Expanded Access: The UTEP Online MBA program launched in Fall 2023, offering flexibility with fall and spring admissions. This addition has expanded the program's reach to students across the U.S. and internationally.
Driving Growth:
- Streamlined Curriculum: Across all formats, the MBA programs now focus on delivering in-demand business skills in a shorter timeframe.
- Increased Flexibility: More program entry points and the Online MBA's accessibility have made the program more appealing to applicants at all stages of their professional careers.