Professional MBA
Earn a Part-Time MBA from Rice On Campus in Houston
Rice has the reputation, curriculum and campus experience you're looking for in a Professional MBA program. Study alongside fellow Houston professionals, expand your perspective and build your network. Take what you learn in the classroom and apply it to work the next day to advance your career.
We're not what you think of when people say "part-time MBA." The Rice PMBA program has the same world-class professors and resources as our top-ranked Full-Time MBA program. Choose the evening or alternating weekend classes that fit your schedule. Join our program, as diverse as Houston, the city we call home.
- Average work experience: 8 years
- Work experience range: 3 to 12 years
- Program length: 2 years
- Evening standard class schedule: 2 to 3 evenings a week
- Weekend standard class schedule: Every other Friday and Saturday
- Location: On campus
- Your degree: Master of Business Administration
When you apply to the Professional MBA program by the priority deadline, you'll have a better chance of securing a seat. You’ll also have more time to prepare for the program and gain access to networking events months before the program begins.
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Best MBA in Texas
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MBA Admissions
At Rice Business, we believe that you belong here — and we are dedicated to helping you get here. Please use the application requirements checklist to guide you through the application. We accept the GMAT, GRE or Executive Assessment test scores and we have no preference for which test you take. Many of our events walk you through the application process. Sign up for an event today! Connect with our recruiting and admissions team for guidance on the application process and get to know us better. Feel free to reach out directly to Steve Summers.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Our Class of 2023 PMBA graduates successfully secured new roles, earned promotions and transitioned to new industries. Many of them made significant career changes, leveraging the skills and knowledge gained from our program. If you're looking to pivot your career or advance in your current role, our Professional MBA program can help. Check out our Professional MBA employment report to learn more about our graduates' career success.
Key Highlights |
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Average Base Salary: $152,290 |
Industry Change: 32% of students |
Company Change: 52% of students |
Position Level Change: 34% of students |
Top Industries |
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Energy: 30% of students |
Consulting: 20% of students |
Financial Services: 15% of students |
Technology: 12% of students |
Note: Only includes data for outcomes collected within 5 months of the student's graduation year.
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The Best MBA in Houston
Our Professional MBA is for you. With part-time options, evening or alternating weekends, we’ll work with you to accommodate your busy life. In addition, we offer an extended format to accommodate those who want the option of completing the program in three (or up to five) years, instead of the traditional two years. The curriculum and faculty are the same as in our full-time program, and you have the flexibility to choose from 100+ electives in your second year. Come see what our students and alumni already know: you belong here.
Nationally and globally, the Rice Business MBA programs are consistently recognized for excellence by major media and have risen steadily in the rankings over the last decade. U.S. News and World Report ranks Rice Professional MBA #15.
We recognize the importance of co-curricular programming. We designed opportunities for all our students to develop and practice skills corporate recruiters seek from MBA students: Strategic thinking, problem solving, leadership and more. Find the right place to practice your leadership while here: whether at the Doerr Institute for New Leaders, at one of our many clubs or during your Global Field Experience.
The value of a Rice MBA is evident, guaranteeing an ROI that far surpasses the cost of the program by dramatically increasing your earning potential and career opportunities. Our part-time MBA equips you with the skills to masterfully navigate the business world. You can earn your salary uninterrupted while positioning yourself for career advancement. Limited scholarships are available for Professional MBA students. Invest in a Houston MBA. The reward lasts a lifetime.
Our Career Development Office is available to students and alumni, and is composed of a career advising team and an employer relations team. The talent and experience of our students draw a wide variety of employers and industries, led by consulting, financial services, energy and technology.
We offer a tight-knit MBA program in a city brimming with opportunities. Gain real-world experiences, expand your network, and shape your career. Our research-based curriculum, innovation, and purpose-driven approach empower you to become the leader you aspire to be. Discover the top reasons to choose Rice Business for your MBA.
The Professional MBA Student Experience
My favorite part of the program is learning things that I use immediately at work. Being a student has made me a better manager almost from day one.
Matthew Parrish
Professional MBA