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Utica University’s ACBSP-accredited MBA offers flexible online & on-campus options, specializations in analytics, finance, healthcare, and strong career support with high placement & OPT benefits.
Why choose MBA at Utica University?
Utica University, ranked #81 in USNWR 2025 Ranking Regionally, offers accredited programs (MSCHE & ACBSP) with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio and 30,000+ alumni network. Known for excellence in business, health, and criminal justice, it ensures career readiness and an inclusive learning environment.
Online Duration
7 Months
On-Campus Duration
12 Months
STEM Designated
Yes
Internship
Optional
Earn your MBA from Utica's ACBSP accredited Business School with an Internship.
Accelerate your career with expertise in today’s most in-demand fields.
Business Analytics (STEM)
Cybersecurity Leadership (STEM)
Entrepreneurship
Finance and Accounting
Health Care Management
General Management
Turn credits into milestones with an industry-shaped curriculum built for real-world skills.
1. Marketing Management
Fundamentals of Marketing
Marketing Channels
Marker Motion Simulation
2. Accounting and Finance
Accounting Fundamentals - I
Accounting Fundamentals - II
Project Evaluation
New Heritage Doll Company Simulation
3. Business Communication
Effective Communication
Building a Personal Brand
Project/ Assignment
4. OB, HR Management and Legal
Organization Behaviour
HR for non-HR Managers
Lisa Benton Project
5. Operations and Supply Chain
Strategic Planning in Supply Chain
Sourcing
Logistics and Distribution
Global Supply Chain Management
6. Business Economics
Micro Economics
Macro Economics
Covid 19 Project
7. Sales and Distribution
Fundamentals of Sales
Channel Management
Territory Management
Castrol Project
8. Leadership, Engagement and People Performance
Attributes of a Leader
Leading Teams
Leading Organisations
300+
Hours of Learning
20+
Live Sessions
7+
Case Study/Project
7
Months
1. Business Core Courses (9 credits)
Principles & Practices of Leadership I
Principles & Practices of Leadership II
Financial Fluency I
Financial Fluency II
Data-Driven Decision-Making I
Data-Driven Decision-Making II
Strategy I
Strategy II
2. Capstone (3 credits)
MBA Project Proposal
MBA Project Execution
*9 credits will be waived upon successful completion of the PGMP program.
Accelerate your study abroad journey to outmatch peers in the nearest campus intake* with advanced academic standing.
Significantly reduce tuition costs while gaining a world-class degree, global exposure, and strong career outcomes.
₹18.4 Lakhs ($21,000)
₹18.4 Lakhs ($21,000)
Merit-based
~₹36.8 Lakhs
Online Fee:
₹4.50 Lakhs ($5,150)
On Campus Fee:
₹12.8 Lakhs ($14,700)
Savings of ~₹70 k
On-Shore:
₹12.2 Lakhs ($14,000)
Savings of ~₹6.2 Lakhs
Merit-based
University discretion
~₹29.5 Lakhs
Savings of ~₹7.3 Lakhs
Check academic, language & work-ex requirements to determine your eligibility for this study abroad program.
Maximize your earning potential and get the same global career outcomes at an affordable cost.
Total Expense
Over 2 years
₹29.5 Lakhs
Total Earnings
In 3 years
₹1.9 Cr
Disclaimers
Important notes
1}Returns are calculated considering students work throughout the length of the PSW Visa.
2}Salary and stipend figures are approximate and represent a median value.
3}This is not a financial offering. Any references to returns are illustrative and indicate how you may potentially benefit from the Program.
4}The amounts shown are approximate values and may differ based on various factors. Living costs are approximately calculated for the length of on-shore component in/outside the campus.
5}Internship duration may vary from 3-6 months, wage/hour is taken as ~ $15/hour for internship stipend.
A global hub for innovation, research, and real-world learning surrounded by opportunity, energy, and global ambition.
Utica University in Upstate NY offers a diverse community, culture, arts, universities, and career opportunities near the Adirondacks.
Living Cost
$14,000 per annum
upGrad Students
100+
upGrad USP
Alumni Support
$116,338
Avg salary
per annum
32,000+
Job
openings
Management Consultants are responsible to drive strategy, analyze challenges, craft solutions, and deliver measurable growth and business impact.
$81,875
Avg salary
per annum
17,000+
Job
openings
Operations Managers are responsible to oversee processes, optimize efficiency, manage resources, and ensure smooth workflows for business success.
$86,630
Avg salary
per annum
55,900+
Job
openings
Project Managers are responsible to lead projects, manage resources, track progress, mitigate risks, and deliver successful outcomes on time.
$88,827
Avg salary
per annum
10,500+
Job
openings
Senior Business Analysts are responsible to evaluate business needs, analyze data, design solutions, and support strategy with actionable insights.
$66,127
Avg salary
per annum
7,000+
Job
openings
Financial Analysts are responsible to analyze financial data, prepare reports, forecast trends, and provide insights to support strategic decisions.
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Everything you need to know about pathway program at Utica University USA.
This MBA degree is an ideal degree for anyone looking for a career in management with an international scope and to build a professional network around the globe. Students in this program will receive a Professional General Management Program from IMT Ghaziabad, and a Master of Business Administration from Utica University. Students will study for 7 months online with IMT to complete the Professional General Management program and will be transferred to Utica University after meeting the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the brochure.
- Respond strategically to business challenges and opportunities.
- Assess ethical implications of business activities.
- Develop, implement and evaluate solutions to business problems.
- Formulate business decisions and systematic analysis that reflects critical thinking.
- Demonstrate effective skills to collaborate with diverse groups of people.
The program will be delivered on a new technology platform to create a superior learning experience for participants who want to be on the cutting edge of the management. With this program, IMT Ghaziabad & Clark University, US together seeks to develop the next generation of leaders. The topics that are going to be covered are Marketing Management, Business Communication, Accounting & Finance, Business Economics, OB, HR Management and Legal, Sales & Distribution, Operations, and Supply Chain.
The content will be a mix of interactive lectures. Additionally, the programme comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. On-campus curriculum is focused on classroom teaching as well as thesis towards the last semester.
Post successful completion of the program, a Professional General Management Program certificate would be awarded from IMT Ghaziabad and a Master's degree in Business Administration shall be conferred upon by Utica University, US.
There are limited part-time, on-campus jobs for international students, where the income is sufficient to provide “pocket money.” A part-time job will not generate enough income to pay for all educational expenses. Some internships related to the capstone project may be paid.
The Utica University will have 2 intakes for students coming through this route. The first intake of the year will be the January (Spring) intake and the second intake of the year will be the September (Fall) intake. Though the application process for the Utica University will start during the IMT Ghaziabad online program, you will be able to go to the Utica University in the nearest intake which is at least 3 months away from completion of your IMT Ghaziabad program.
upGrad will apply for you at the Utica University once all the documents are provided by you (as given in the offer letter issued to you by upGrad). Apart from the documents mentioned in the offer letter from the Utica University, you will have to give proof of English proficiency for application of admission to the Utica University. upGrad will support you to get your English proficiency scores within 3 months of the start of the batch to accelerate this process.
The list of documents which are required to make an application to Utica University for a final offer letter are:
Learners enrolled in MBA with Business Analytics and Cybersecurity Leadership electives will be eligible for up to 36 months of OPT whereas learners enrolled in MBA with Entrepreneurship/Finance and Accounting/Healthcare Management/General Management elective will be eligible for 12 months of OPT.
Students should have prior experience or education in Cybersecurity or Computer Science.
To be eligible for the program, the following criteria need to be fulfilled:
For IMT Ghaziabad:
For Northeastern University:
A relevant professional work experience of 1-5 years is mandatory at the time of application.
There are 3 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed as.Step 1- Complete Application - Complete your application and submit the required details. The Admissions Committee will then review your application - which includes your work experience & educational background.Step 2- Get Shortlisted & Receive the Offer Letter- Upon qualifying, an Offer Letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the course.Step 3- Block your Seat - Block your seat with an initial payment of INR 25,000 to enroll into the Program. Begin your leadership journey.
At least 12-15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to complete this program.
Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts.
Yes, upGrad will help with your Academic and Visa SOP and will also organize training on how to write a good SOP.
Living expenses in the USA for international students are approximately USD 14,000.
0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.
1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC)
2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
Yes. 50000 is the minimum.
3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.
4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for EMI transaction?
If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.
5. Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.
6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.
7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.
8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000
9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.
10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.
11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.
Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
[Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000
Refund Policy: (Programs with prep-session component)
-Students must pay applicable caution money for the enrolment to the Program. This caution amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student.
-You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Cohort Commencement Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. Processing fee of INR 20,000/- will be levied. If less than INR 20,000/- have been paid in total, the student shall not be eligible for any refund in such case.
-The student shall not be eligible for any refund under any circumstances if any such refund requests are raised post Cohort Commencement Date and student will continue to pay the EMI for the loan (if applicable) and such loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable for those students who could not complete their payment and could not be enrolled in the cohort opted for. However, the student can raise a request for Pre-Program deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
-In case of a refund, the student will be solely responsible for any cancellation of the loan, including but not limited to applicable loan cancellation charges levied on the total cancelled loan amount.
-Students must pay the full fee within 7 days of payment of Caution Money or Cohort Commencement Date, whichever is earlier, otherwise, the admission letter will be rescinded.
-The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.
Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement)
-If a student, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the cohort starts, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
-However, the student will be required to pay 50% of the total course fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
-A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
-The student has time till the current cohort launch date to make the payment of the 50% program fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the student now asks for a refund, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
-The fee applicable to the deferred student will be as per prevailing fee for the batch student as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).
Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement)
-If a student is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
-A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
-The student will be required to pay deferral fees of 10% of the total course amount fee + Taxes if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
-The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.-Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.-The student has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee post which the deferral request will expire, and the student will continue as part of the current cohort.
-If the student completes the deferral payment, the student’s login will be disabled, the student will leave the deferred cohort and the student will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. For clarification, the grades of the graded assignments will be carried forward, whether the student had submitted these grading during the initial stage.
-The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the student has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.
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