M.S. in Commerce

UVA’s M.S. in Commerce transforms liberal arts and STEM graduates into globally minded business professionals ready to make an impact from day one. In just 10 months, you’ll master the fundamentals of finance, strategy, analytics, and leadership, then focus your studies through a track in Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing & Management, or Biotechnology. A faculty-led Global Immersion Experience expands your worldview, while our integration of business and technology equips you with the skills, confidence, and connections to create measurable value from day one in your career.

Duration

10 months | August start

Format

Full-time, in-person

Location

In person in Charlottesville, VA

Work Experience

Little to no work experience

Eligibility

Non-business majors

Designations

STEM-designated

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Academics

Turn your background into your advantage.

Designed for students with fresh perspectives from outside the business world, the M.S. in Commerce helps you turn your liberal arts or STEM background into a career advantage by building the skills needed to succeed in business.

Learn the language of business through foundational study in finance, strategy, analytics, and leadership so you’re ready to hit the ground running in any business environment.
Customize your career path to fit your goals through a track in Biotechnology, Business Analytics, Finance, or Marketing & Management.
Develop a global perspective with a faculty-led Global Immersion Experience that takes you abroad to see global business in action—you’ll gain international insight, sharpen your consulting skills, and expand your network.
Integrate analytics, digital strategy, and technology fluency to solve real-world business challenges and prepare for roles that require more than business acumen.
Develop the soft skills in communication, collaboration, and leadership, that set you apart and prepare you to launch your career with confidence.

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Integrated Core Experience

Dive into our Integrated Core Experience, where an immersive curriculum and case-based learning bring the complexities of business to life, preparing you to tackle real challenges with confidence.

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Specialty Tracks

Stand out in the market, and build skills that set you apart by focusing your studies in Biotechnology, Business Analytics, Finance, or Marketing & Management.

Global Immersion Experience

Spend three transformative weeks abroad during the spring semester, exploring a dynamic region of the world and experiencing international business in action.

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$84,651

average annual base salary Class of 2024

92%

(with 92% response rate) with job offers or attending graduate school after graduation Class of 2024

300+

recruiting companies

Expand your network

More than 300 regional, national, and international recruiters visit McIntire each year in search of exceptional employees. Commerce Career Services offers one-on-one counseling, career advising, a career fair, mentoring programs, and specially tailored programs and workshops to help M.S. in Commerce students discover, pursue, and achieve their unique career ambitions.

Most importantly, you'll develop a portfolio of talents, skills, and connections that will give you the confidence to make the most of your first job—and the opportunities that follow.

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Admissions

The M.S. in Commerce is designed for non-business majors who have graduated or will be graduating within 18 months of matriculation with a strong liberal arts, science, or engineering undergraduate degree. The program offers tracks in Biotechnology, Business Analytics, Finance, and Marketing & Management. We are seeking well-rounded individuals with exceptional intellectual capabilities, proven academic preparation, and a passion for their chosen field of study.

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Meet the Ambassadors

M.S. in Commerce student ambassadors are an invaluable extension of our admissions team. They're here to offer unique student perspectives and to answer any questions you may have about the culture and community at McIntire.

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Success Stories

The focus on how I can combine my strengths in life sciences with a Commerce degree led me to choose this program. Business is included in every aspect of our lives and professions, so I view building my knowledge in this area as critical. I saw the way McIntire emphasizes application-based learning as something unique and necessary to begin understanding the business world.

Peyton Hamlett

M.S. in Commerce 2024
B.S. in Chemistry 2023, University of Virginia

During my undergrad experience, I changed my mind about what I wanted to do for my career many times. As senior year approached, I realized I wanted to delve into a business role but did not have much experience or coursework in this field. I was excited by the opportunity to combine what I learned in undergrad with a degree in business, bringing a unique perspective into the industry.

Julia Carden

M.S. in Commerce 2024
B.S. in Psychology & B.A. in Biology 2023, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

What initially piqued my interest in the M.S. in Commerce Program was that it was a 4+1 program, meaning I could have my master’s degree after one year. It became more appealing to me, as it allowed me to be on a track that I was genuinely interested in–Marketing & Management–and had the study-abroad component that I missed out on during my undergrad years.

Bree Doby

M.S. in Commerce 2023
B.A. in Psychology and African American and African Studies 2022, University of Virginia

The new Biotechnology Track initially caught my eye when I was applying to graduate programs, and after some research, I realized the MSC program gave students an incredible advantage, both academically and professionally in just a few months. McIntire’s vast network of alumni and well-known faculty sold me on the program, and I couldn’t be happier.

Maeghan Holzbaur

M.S. in Commerce 2023
B.S. in Neuroscience 2021, University of Notre Dame

I’ve really enjoyed social programs in the M.S. in Commerce Program, such as our Boylan Trivia Night! I am also looking forward to our Global Immersion Experience trip at the end of May, when we will travel abroad for three weeks.

Anurika Kumar

M.S. in Commerce 2023
B.A. in Sociology 2022, University of Virginia

Commerce Career Services was super helpful in preparing me for consulting season and eventually my job offer with Bain. They connected me with alumni at the company and even helped guide me through the negotiation process. They were always supportive and there when I needed them.

Roy Masha

M.S. in Commerce 2019
B.A. in Economics 2018, University of Connecticut

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We look forward to connecting with you about your interest in our Graduate Programs and encourage you to be in touch with any questions you may have.

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mscommerce@virginia.edu
+1 434-982-6800

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