Admissions Advising

Graduate Business Programs

We are here to provide you with everything you need to make a sound decision and move toward your next career chapter: deeper insights into each program, valuable resources and tools, and personal support as you evaluate your options. Please don’t hesitate to request a time for a one-on-one conversation, or email an advisor with any questions.

Schedule an appointment to discuss The Portland MBA, The Healthcare MBA, MBA/MS in Finance, JD/MBA, Applied Data Science for Business, Finance, Global Supply Chain Management, Real Estate, Taxation, Undergrad to Grad Pathways, or Graduate Certificates.

All appointments are being conducted in-person and remotely.

Zach Benson

Email Zach

"I am here to help you see the entire higher education landscape and understand if our programs are the right fit for your career goals. If so, I am also happy to help you navigate the application process."

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Angelina Smith

Email Angelina

"Hello! I'm here to help you navigate your educational options and answer any questions you might have. I can share insights on our graduate programs, what you can achieve after graduation, available scholarships, and how our Career Center and other campus resources will support your journey at The School of Business."

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Connect With Our Academic Directors

Explore the information sessions by program below to hear directly from Academic Directors. Each session features a program overview followed by a live Q&A.

Graduate Certificates

Graduate Certificate Advising

Please email sbgradinfo@pdx.edu about any of the following graduate certificate options to be connected with the appropriate advisor:

4+1 Pathway Advising

Melissa Endicott

Email Melissa

"I’m here to answer any questions about Accelerated 4+1 (Bachelor + Master) Pathways within The School of Business. If you’re a current PSU student studying Accounting; Finance; Business, Technology & Analytics; or Global Supply Chain Management, please schedule a time to discuss how you can take advantage of the opportunity to get a jump start on your master’s degree."

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Talk to a Current Student

Our graduate student ambassadors are meant to be a resource for you so don’t hesitate to ask them your most pressing questions, some of which can include:

What inspired them to pursue their graduate business degree at Portland State
What they appreciate most about the program
What they’ve found challenging or unexpected
How the program fits into their personal and professional lives

MS in Global Supply Chain Management Ambassador

Angela (she/her)

Anticipated Graduation Date: April 2026

"I started at PSU as a transfer/non-traditional queer student and immediately found a place I could not only grow but thrive. My experience has taught me that a journey for knowledge at PSU is also a journey for growth and possibilities."

Connect with Angela

MS in Finance Ambassador

Janella

Anticipated Graduation Date: September 2026

"Growing up in American Samoa with limited access to accounting professionals, I saw its importance for financial stability. I chose PSU for its great School of Business and 4+1 pathway. As an international student, I'm excited to expand my knowledge, become C

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MBA Evening Cohort Ambassador

Caryn

Anticipated Graduation Date: June 2027

"After running my own business, I returned to PSU—my alma mater—to gain knowledge for my next chapter. My leadership experience showed me what I didn't know. Now, classes like Leadership Development are giving me self-assessment tools and insights to expand my skills and make a stronger impact."

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MS in Real Estate Ambassador

Milan

Anticipated Graduation Date: March 2027

"My background is in commercial real estate and property management, so I’m always happy to share what the evolution from the MSRE program has been like for me, and how it connects with real-world work."

Connect with Milan

MS in Applied Data Science for Business Ambassador

Nicole

Anticipated Graduation Date: June 2027

"I earned my BS in Business Technology & Analytics from PSU in 2024 and am now a part-time grad student while working full-time as a Senior Quality Analyst."

Connect with Nicole

Learn More About Our Community

Our blog offers insight into life in and beyond graduate business programs at Portland State. You can read more about graduate business topics like:

Program specializations and admissions
Student life
Alumni, faculty and staff features
Business news and events

Graduate Business Blog