Academics matter. Employers hire Haas grads for their superior understanding of business principles that evolve and drive businesses into the future. Companies are looking for thought leaders, and they’re willing to hire based on the potential that’s demonstrated with admittance to a top tier program.
The outcome of your academic experience mirrors what you put into it.
The Academics Team
The FTMBA academics team will support and guide you through the curricular choices that will enable you to meet your career goals. They can provide expertise on topics such as:
- Graduation Requirements
- Course Planning
- Managing Academic Workload
- Tutoring Resources
- CPT/OPT Authorizations
- Independent Study
The team can also offer advice on priorities, health and wellbeing, and leadership development opportunities, as well as serve as a sounding board and connect you to other resources.
Academic Norms
The program’s core faculty and the MBA Association (MBAA) have co-created academic norms to facilitate a classroom experience that is as supportive and productive as possible for all students.
Students are expected to be:
Prompt. Arrive on time at the beginning of class and after breaks. If arriving late without prior approval, enter during a break to minimize disruption.
Present. Do not leave class unless a personal emergency arises. Scheduled breaks, when provided, can be used to take care of personal needs.
Inclusive. Lend your ear and share the floor in class discussions to ensure that a wide variety of voices, perspectives, and experiences are heard. Encourage your classmates to do the same.
Tech-Free. Keep phones in bags and on silent. Refrain from using laptops, unless for approved purposes.
Academic Information and Processes
There’s a lot of information out there, but we’ve rounded up everything you need to know to plan, schedule, and participate in your classes.
Academic Calendar
Academic Planning
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Bidding and Registration
Core Courses
Elective Courses
Graduation Requirements
Academic Opportunities
Depending on your personal interests, you may want to take a cluster of classes on a specific subject, travel abroad to gain international experience, or earn a concurrent degree. Below are opportunities available to you.
Certificates
Concurrent Degrees
Exchange Program
Non-Haas Courses
Special Courses
Volunteer Service Projects
Policies & Standards
Policies and standards are voted on, approved by, and enforced by UC Berkeley faculty. The Program Office provides clarity to students on their specific situations, so they can better understand how policies directly impact their academic outcomes.
Access to Student Records
Accommodation for Pregnancy and Parenting
Auditing
Code of Conduct
Discrimination and Harassment
Grading
Grade Appeals
Leaves, Transfers, Withdrawals
Religious Holidays
Resources and Support
Haas and UC Berkeley want you to succeed in your studies and offer a multitude of resources to help you.
These include:
If there is additional content you’d like to see included here, please email us at ftacademics@haas.berkeley.edu.