Master of Business Creation (MBC) Program 2026

About

The Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah is a unique one-year master's degree that combines accelerator resources with academic rigor, designed for entrepreneurs seeking to rapidly grow their startups through personalized mentorship, practical courses, and a strong entrepreneurial network, with applications opening in August 2025.

Benefits

• 🎓Professional Degree
  Earn a recognized master's degree from a top business school.
• 🚀Accelerator Resources
  Access to accelerator resources to help rapidly develop the startup project.
• 👥Personalized Mentorship
  Receive personalized mentorship and entrepreneurial resources.
• 🌐Networking Opportunities
  Expand entrepreneurial network connections.
• 💰Affordable Tuition
  Enjoy reasonable program fees and scholarship opportunities.
• 💼Equity Retention
  Maintain ownership of startup equity.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an entrepreneur with a scalable business idea
• Open to startups in the early stages of development
• Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to full-time participation
• Must be willing to relocate to Salt Lake City for the duration of the program
• Preference given to those with a strong business plan and market potential

Participation Commitments

• Must attend all program sessions in Salt Lake City
• Full-time commitment required for the duration of the program
• Must participate in all mentorship and networking activities
• Required to present business progress at scheduled intervals

Target Region

Open to founders primarily from the U.S. and select global regions.

Target Sector

Focused on entrepreneurship and business innovation.