Newswise — The University of Maryland's Smith School of Business has strategically redesigned its Full-Time, Flex and Online MBA programs to deliver greater value, flexibility and relevance for today's professionals. Beginning with the Fall 2026 cohort, degree requirements will be reduced from 54 credits to 48, providing a more efficient and cost-effective path to an MBA while preserving the academic rigor, immersive learning and leadership development that distinguish the Smith experience. “Today, professionals pursuing an MBA look at lasting value and return on their investment, while seeking flexibility,” says Smith School Dean Prabhudev Konana. The Smith School’s MBA programs continue to earn top national recognition, as reflected in U.S. News & World Report’s most recent Best Graduate Schools rankings, including the Flex MBA’s ranking as No. For more information, go to the Smith MBA Programs homepage.