Impact through innovation, powered by collaboration.

Designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals, our Full-Time Master of Management degree helps you build a strong foundation in business and take the next step with confidence.

In just nine months, you’ll develop essential leadership skills, define your career path, and join a community that’s collaborative, supportive and driven by purpose.

This isn’t just a business degree. It’s your launchpad.

Here, you’ll learn by doing: solving real problems, working closely with faculty and building connections that open doors across industries.

What sets us apart?

At our collaborative campus in Davis, you’ll join a tight-knit community of curious minds, ambitious doers and purpose-driven innovators. You'll connect with faculty who are shaping the future of business and with classmates who bring global perspectives.

Fast track to what’s next. Our accelerated program equips you with in-demand business skills—no prior work experience required.

Leadership for the AI era. Visit AI@GSM to explore how UC Davis is advancing the future of artificial intelligence through innovative teaching, faculty research, real-world student projects and the opportunities of the Northern California Super-Region.

Business, tech and policy within reach. Located in the heart of Northern California, Davis offers direct access to the innovation economy of Sacramento, San Francisco and Silicon Valley.

Real preparation for real careers. With expert career coaching and a focus on applied learning, you’ll graduate with a clear plan and the skills to execute it.

A UC Davis experience. Take advantage of everything our top-ranked public university offers, from arts and athletics to global research and strong industry ties.

Why choose UC Davis for your MM?

What brings students to UC Davis for graduate business school?

Academic rigor, expert faculty, hands-on industry immersions, flexible programs and a strong sense of community are just a few reasons.

At the Academic Kickoff, which brings students, faculty and staff together to start the new academic year, we asked new students why they chose the UC Davis Graduate School of Management.