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The Sykes College of Business draws together talented faculty, sophisticated technology and a cutting-edge curriculum to provide students with the tools to succeed in a changing world. Highly qualified students of diverse ages and backgrounds receive advanced training in an array of disciplines from faculty members with a pulse on the business community.

At the Sykes College of Business, we are proud of the features that distinguish us among the world’s top business graduate programs:

  • Highest accreditation
  • Innovative curriculum
  • Outstanding faculty
  • Experiential learning
  • High-tech facilities

This is the place where tomorrow’s business leaders — from just around the corner to the far reaches of the globe — come to learn, develop and network.

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“As a graduate assistant, I worked with a wonderful group of people on a variety of challenging projects related to my marketing concentration. I came to graduate school right after earning my undergraduate degree, and these UT experiences prepared me well to start my career.”

Karina Resposo ’12, MBA

Assistant Vice President, IT Risk CIT

Prestigious. Connected.

At the Sykes College of Business, our innovative graduate programs encompass the latest tools and techniques, equipping students with the advanced problem-solving and analytical skills needed to excel in a globally competitive market. The college enjoys a vibrant connection with the business community, and our students benefit from vast experiential learning and networking opportunities.

In addition, our faculty members boast an impressive combination of advanced academic credentials and practical business experience. They not only do an outstanding job of teaching and mentoring but are engaged in relevant academic and industry-based research.

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The Sykes College of Business is an elite private school accredited at both the graduate and undergraduate levels by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).

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The Sykes College of Business on-campus MBA program was recognized as one of the best in the U.S. in 2020 by The Princeton Review and recognized as one of the 248 best business schools in the world.

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  • Expert Faculty

    Our highly respected faculty have achieved national and international reputations for academic and business success in their fields. Ninety-seven percent hold doctorate degrees and 80 percent have practical business experience.

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  • Experiential Learning

    The Sykes College of Business encourages real-world learning. Each graduate business graduate program features experiential learning through client projects, internships, case studies, consulting, strategic planning, and data collection and analysis. The college's robust international travel programs help students incorporate a global view into their studies.

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  • Military Friendly

    Since 2008, our military population has increased from 36 students to over 400, with military represented in all four of our colleges and nearly all degree programs. Each military student's unique experience adds to the University of Tampa’s model of diversity and inclusion in our rapidly evolving society and culture.

    In addition, we have been named by G.I. Jobs Magazine as a 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School and were ranked in the gold category of universities. The Military Friendly® Schools designation is awarded to the top colleges, universities, community colleges and trade schools in the country that maximize efforts in creating sustainable and meaningful education paths for the military community.

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Accessible. Affordable.

We offer a variety of financial aid for graduate students, including loans, grants, scholarships, graduate assistantships and more. Plus, graduate business students and alumni have free, lifetime access to a variety of tools and networks to help advance their careers.

The financial aid process can seem intimidating, but support is available, specific to your situation and where you are in the process. Please see our instructions on how to apply for need-based aid or student loans, see application results and stay on top of your renewal process.

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Apply to the University of Tampa Today!

If you’re ready to join a leading private institution focused on the development of tomorrow’s global leaders, you can apply today with these special advantages:

  • An expedited admissions decision
  • Holistic admissions review process
  • GMAT waivers available
  • Graduate assistantships available

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