McIntire Business Institute-University of Virginia

This is an intensive, highly valuable program which provides a fundamental understanding of business as well as the skills important in a career exploration. Specific instruction is given in management, finance, accounting, and information technology through faculty members.

McIntire offers the below mentioned programs:

  • Certificate in Business Fundamentals (Summer Program)
  • Certificate in Sustainable Business (Online)
  • Certificate in Executive Management (Online)

Who can apply?

Undergraduates, graduate students, or professionals who are working towards or have their undergraduate degree in liberal arts or science or a graduate degree in a non-business field can apply to this program. It is available in three formats mentioned below.

  • Online
  • Academic Year
  • Summer Residential

Deadlines for McIntire Business Fundamental Summer Program- 2022

Academic Year

Our advising guide for UVA students can help you keep you on track as you complete prerequisites, make advising appointments, and apply to McIntire.

Summer Residential

Offered mid-May to late June in Charlottesville, with approximately 100 students from colleges and universities around the world. Assembles from Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. The 2022 program runs from Oct 1, 2022, to Mar 7, 2022.
Applications due is on Jan 12, 2022. Scholarship applications due is on April 1, 2022.

Online​

This a 15-week, accelerated online business certificate program ideal for students unable to attend in-classroom sessions, recent grads, and working professionals. Below mentioned are the three start dates for : January, May, and August.

Late applications will not be permitted under any circumstances. Please note the deadline is at noon; submit the application ahead of time.

  • You may start working on your application on Oct. 1, 2021.
  • You may submit your application starting on Oct. 15, 2021.
  • Applications must be submitted by noon on Jan. 12, 2022.
  • Decisions will be released via email the afternoon of Feb. 28, 2022.
  • Students will have until noon, March 7, 2022, to accept or decline their offer.

Essay Questions for McIntire Summer Residential Program – 2022

Essay 1: What are your long term goals?
Essay 2: How will attending the McIntire Business Institute Certificate program help you achieve these goals?