The Evening & Weekend MBA is designed to be completed in 3 years (6 semesters). The first half of the program focuses on the Haas core curriculum, providing a strong foundation in key business disciplines. In the second half, a wide selection of electives allows you to tailor your studies to align with your personal and professional goals.
Core
In the first half of the program, you’ll complete the Haas core curriculum, designed to ground you in essential business fundamentals—from economics and finance to leadership and strategy. You’ll complete 13 required core courses, totaling 21 units. These courses equip you with the tools and frameworks you’ll need to lead with confidence in any business environment.
At Haas, collaboration is central to your experience. Each incoming class is divided into cohorts—Blue, Gold, Oski, Axe, Lux, and Nexus—each with about 65 students. You’ll take your core courses with your cohort, building deep connections that enhance your learning and create a lasting professional network.
Electives
Beginning in the Fall semester of your second year, you’ll have the opportunity to personalize your academic journey through a wide range of elective courses. Electives allow you to deepen your expertise, sharpen specific skills, and explore areas of emphasis aligned with your career goals. Students need to take at least 21 units of electives to satisfy the 42-unit graduation requirement.
While not required, summer electives are available and offer added flexibility for students who want to accelerate their progress or dive into specialized topics.
Note: Students may not take electives during their first two core semesters, unless they successfully waive a core course or enroll in approved summer electives.