MBA Program Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program of the University of the Philippines Cebu School of Management develops professionals into ethical, analytical, and innovative business leaders capable of addressing organizational challenges in a rapidly changing global environment. Anchored on the University’s values of Honor and Excellence, the program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and strategic mindset necessary to lead organizations, drive innovation, and create meaningful impact in their communities and industries.

The MBA is a 42-unit, non-thesis graduate program delivered through a trimester system and designed for working professionals with at least two years of full-time work experience. Students may complete the degree through either a Comprehensive Examination or a Research Project/Business Study Mission, allowing them to apply their learning to real-world business challenges.

As the flagship graduate management program of UP Cebu, the MBA continues to prepare professionals who are not only competent managers but also transformative leaders capable of contributing to the growth of organizations, industries, and communities throughout Central Visayas, the Philippines, and the global business landscape.

By the Numbers

  • 42 Graduate Units
  • 3-Year Recommended Study Plan
  • 3 Trimesters per Academic Year
  • 15 Core Courses
  • Multiple Elective Specializations
  • 2 Completion Pathways: Comprehensive Examination or Research Project/Business Study Mission
  • Minimum 2 Years Professional Work Experience Required for Admission

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in leading and managing organizations.

2. Perform meaningful analysis and develop ethical, innovative business and management solutions.

3. Apply quantitative methods, management theories, and analytical tools to evaluate opportunities and challenges at the local, regional, national, and global levels in support of organizational objectives.

4. Effectively collaborate with and professionally supervise multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating leadership when needed by:

  • Providing constructive feedback to bring out the best in others;
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and peers with humility; and
  • Guiding and mentoring subordinates to cultivate leadership in others.

5. Communicate information effectively through written reports and oral presentations, while recognizing organizational differences and cultural diversity by:

  • Conveying ideas clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; and
  • Responding appropriately and respectfully to comments, questions, and feedback from others.

6. Uphold the University’s values of honor and excellence in all personal and professional transactions.

7. Foster a commitment to lifelong learning for personal and community well-being by:

  • Demonstrating intellectual curiosity through thoughtful inquiry and initiative beyond minimum requirements; and
  • Learning humbly from the best practices and experiences shared by peers.