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Thank you for your interest in a Specialized Masters Program at the USC Marshall School of Business. This application is for Progressive Degree Program (PDP) applicants and for Pre-Masters applicants. If you are a Pre-Masters applicant, please click “Next Page” to move on to the next page of the application. If you are a PDP applicant, please review the following information very carefully before clicking "Next Page."

Detailed information about Marshall’s Progressive Degree Programs can be found here.

Complete this application to apply for one of the following Marshall Progressive Degree Programs for the term listed:

M.S. in Business Analytics – Fall 2024 (application closed: final deadline was April 15)

M.S. in Entrepreneurship and Innovation – Fall 2024

M.S. in Finance – Fall 2024 (application currently closed; will accept PDP applications again between May 15 & June 15)

M.S. in Global Supply Chain Management – Fall 2024

M.S. in Marketing – Summer 2024 (application closed: final deadline was January 22)

M.S. in Social Entrepreneurship – Summer 2024

Pay close attention to each Program’s PDP application dates and deadlines as listed on the Program’s admissions website. PDP applications submitted before the application launch date or after the final application deadline will not be reviewed. If you have questions about a Program’s PDP application dates and deadlines, contact pdp@marshall.usc.edu.

Before you apply, please refer to the Undergraduate Education Progressive Degree Program website to confirm that you meet USC’s PDP eligibility requirements.

Be prepared to upload the following documents as part of your application:

1. USC Progressive Degree Application and Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. STARS report

3. Professional Resume

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

You may also be asked to submit letter(s) of recommendation. If required, letters of recommendation must be sent by your recommender directly to the Program’s email address. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted from students directly. Specific instructions for letters of recommendation will appear later in the application (if required).

Please note: This application will take approximately 30 to 60 minutes to complete. It is recommended that you complete the application on your computer, in one sitting. Once you submit the application, you cannot edit it. If you have any questions about this application, please email: pdp@marshall.usc.edu.

Click "Next Page" to start the application.

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What visa will you hold to complete the Master's program? (please list visa type, such as F1, H1B, etc.)

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Do you consider yourself to be of Hispanic/Latino origin?

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What is your ethnicity?

Note that this question is optional. It is used for statistical purposes only and in no way affects your application or financial aid eligibility. The University of Southern California admits students of any race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability or mental disability. For more information, view the University’s full non-discrimination policy: https://policy.usc.edu/.

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Which program are you applying for?

Note: If you are a current USC undergraduate student, choose “Progressive Degree Program.” If you are an International Academy Pre-Master’s student, choose “Pre-Masters Program.”

PDP Application Pre-Masters

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PDP Application Progressive Degree

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Current USC Cumulative GPA

Total number of undergraduate units completed

(Applicants may apply for a PDP only once they have completed at least 64 total units of undergraduate course work, excluding AP, IB, or transfer units earned prior to graduation from high school.)

Expected graduation semester/year for your bachelor's degree

(without the Master’s program) Example: Spring 2024

Expected graduation semester/year with Master's program

(If admitted) Example: Fall 2024

Undergraduate Major

(please write only the name of the major(s) that will appear on your degree. Examples include "Engineering" or "Finance and Art History." Do not write "Bachelor of" and do not include minors.)

Undergraduate Minor(s)

(If applicable)

How did you learn about the Progressive Degree Program?

How did you learn about the Pre-Masters Program?

From what USC school(s) will you obtain your Bachelor's degree?

USC Iovine and Young Academy USC Leventhal School of Accounting USC School of Architecture USC Roski School of Art and Design USC Marshall School of Business USC School of Cinematic Arts USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism USC Kaufman School of Dance USC School of Dramatic Arts USC Rossier School of Education USC Viterbi School of Engineering USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology USC Gould School of Law Keck School of Medicine of USC USC Thornton School of Music USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical SciencesUSC Price School of Public Policy USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social WorkChoose all that apply

Have you applied for another PDP program?

(If you are recommended by the admissions committee to move forward with more than one PDP program, you can only submit the official course plan for one.)

Are you currently enrolled in or plan to enroll in another PDP program?

(If you are currently enrolled in a PDP program, you cannot pursue another one.)

If you are currently enrolled in a Marshall undergraduate program, how many Marshall Upper Division Electives (MUDE) will you have taken by your first semester of enrollment in the Progressive Degree Program?

(If you are not enrolled in a Marshall program, put "0".)

To which Pre-Masters Program are you applying?

In which term are you intending to start the Master’s Program?

To which Progressive Degree Program are you applying?

To which term are you applying?

Pre-Masters GSCM Program-Specific Questions

How many months of full-time work experience do you have? Please do not count part-time jobs, or internships (Required for program ranking purposes). If you have never worked a full-time, permanent job, please put 0.

(Our committee will review your employment history even if the answer to this question is 0).

What is your most recent annual salary, in US dollars?
If you have never earned a salary, please write "0"

This data is required for program reporting purposes, and does not factor into admissions decisions.)

Describe your career aspirations and goals. What roles, industries, and regions do you see yourself working in after you receive your MS GSCM degree and how do you expect USC Marshall to help you reach your goals?

(250 words maximum)

Choose ONE of the below big questions and briefly share your thoughts in approximately 500 words. We don’t expect you to have all the answers in this short response, but we want to get a better idea of your starting point in the field.

1. How do you think emerging technologies will shape the future of supply chain?

2. What do you see as the role of ethics in supply chain?

3. Given that incentives are often tied to profits, how can supply chain leaders handle issues of global warming and sustainability?

4. How can food supply chains prepare for the future in terms of traceability, suitability, and regenerative agriculture?

(500 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

The below question is not required to receive a decision on your application, and will not factor into the admissions decision. Responses in this section will only be used to make decisions regarding scholarships. To be considered for a scholarship, you must submit your response at the time of application.

The University of Southern California has been known for its esteemed alumni, awarding degrees to individuals who embody Trojan ideals which include governors, university presidents, captains of industry, humanitarians, athletes, and even the first man on the moon. Our graduates not only reveal a rich tradition of leadership but also encompass a vision to inspire future innovation and change in their community. If you graduated from the MS GSCM program, what changes would you inspire in your community?

(250 words maximum)

Please upload a two-minute (120-second) video answering the question below to the website of your choice (Dropbox, Vimeo, Google Drive, YouTube, etc.) and input the link below. We must be able to view the video without logging into any account. You are allowed to password protect the link. If you do so, please include the password below.

1. As a Marshall student, you will be expected to foster collaboration and diversity within the Trojan Family. Please discuss the contributions you will make to your MS GSCM classmates' educational experience at Marshall and how these contributions will enrich your cohort.

Please paste your video link here. (For your application to be reviewed, this must be submitted at the time of your application. We will not accept submissions via email.) (300 characters maximum)

Please provide password for video, if required. If no password, leave blank

(16 characters max)

Pre-Masters MSSE Program-Specific Questions

How will this degree help you to achieve your professional goals?

(250 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

MSBA Program-Specific Questions

Please list the organization, title, and duties of one of your previous internship experiences.

(Put N/A if you don't have any.)

Please summarize one of your most impactful experiences or achievements.

(50 words maximum)

Why is it important for you to study Business and Analytics together, and become strong in both areas?

(250 words maximum)

Tell us about a time when working within teams enhanced your learning experience.

(250 words maximum)

If you feel your quantitative, analytical, communication or business skills are not adequately showcased elsewhere on your application, please feel free to expand upon them here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

A limited amount of scholarship will be available and candidates will be assessed holistically based on merit, diversity, and needs. Do you want to be considered for a scholarship?

Please complete the following essay question. You are only required to complete one of the questions. This section is not required to receive a decision on your application, and will not factor into the admissions decision. Responses in this section will only be used to make decisions regarding scholarships. To be considered for a scholarship, you must submit your response at the time of application.

Option 1: Why do you think you should be selected to receive a scholarship?

Option 2: If you were chosen to receive a scholarship, how would it impact your academic journey?

(250 words maximum)

Are you able to enroll in a minimum of 10.5 units of MSBA coursework in the Fall 2024 semester and 6 units of MSBA coursework in the Spring 2025 semester?

Have you taken a statistics class at the undergraduate level or above?

(If you have questions about whether you meet this requirement, please review the Application Process page on our website: https://www.marshall.usc.edu/programs/graduate-programs/specialized-masters/ms-business-analytics/admissions).

If you have taken a statistics class at the undergraduate level or above, what grade did you earn?

What undergraduate classes have you taken (or do you plan to take) with the DSO prefix or BUAD 310, BUAD 311, BUAD 425, and BUAD 302?

(Please list the class and grade. Example: DSO 123, B+; BUAD 311, B+. If you have not taken any, please put "N/A")?

Please upload a one-minute video answering the question below to the website of your choice (Dropbox, Google Drive, YouTube, etc.), and input the link below. We must be able to view the video without logging into any account. You are allowed to password-protect the link. If you do so, please include the password below.

Please speak in front of a camera and provide a professional video, to briefly describe your experiences in one of the following two areas:

1. Tell us about a time when you successfully presented or sold an idea to others. What did you learn from the experience?

2. Tell us about a time when you had to take the lead in a situation, project, or organization to solve a problem. What efforts did you make to create value for others?

Video Link: Please paste your video link here. (For your application to be reviewed, this must be submitted at the time of your application. We will not accept submissions via email.) (300 characters maximum)

Please provide password for video, if required. If no password, leave blank

(16 characters max)

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

MSEI Program-Specific Questions

Please introduce yourself. Why do you want to earn a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Innovation?

(500 words maximum)

How does your experience fit with our program? How will this program help you?

(500 words maximum)

What does entrepreneurship mean to you? How will you be an agent of change?

(500 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

Please upload a 60-90 second video answering the question below to the website of your choice (Dropbox, Vimeo, Google Drive, YouTube, etc.) and input the link below. We must be able to view the video without logging into any account. You are allowed to password protect the link. If you do so, please include the password below.

In a creative way, tell us more about yourself, why you're interested in the MSEI program, how it will help you, and what strengths you will bring to the program.

Please provide password for video, if required. If no password, leave it blank

(16 characters max)

What undergraduate classes have you taken (or do you plan to take) with the BAEP prefix? Please list the class and grade.

(Example: BAEP 450, B+.) If you have not taken any, please put "N/A"

Two letters of recommendation are required. Letters must be sent by USC faculty directly to the MSEI program via email at ms.ei@marshall.usc.edu. Please have them reference your full name and USC ID in the subject line. We do not accept letters of recommendation from students directly.

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

MSF Program-Specific Questions

Describe why you would like to pursue an MSF PDP and your career aspirations.

(250 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

Have you completed BUAD 306: Business Finance? If you took BUAD 215x: Foundations of Business Finance in Fall 2022 only, please indicate "Yes".

What grade did you earn?

Have you completed BUAD 308: Advanced Business Finance?

What grade did you earn?

Have you completed ECON 351: Microeconomics for Business?

What grade did you earn?

Have you completed FBE 421: Financial Analysis and Valuation?

What grade did you earn?

Have you completed BUAD 302: Communication Strategy in Business?

What grade did you earn?

One letter of recommendation is required, two are preferred. Letter(s) must be sent by USC faculty directly to the MSF program via email at ms.fin@marshall.usc.edu. Please have them reference your full name and USC ID in the subject line. We do not accept letters of recommendation from students directly.

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

GSCM Program-Specific Questions

(250 words maximum)

1. How do think emerging technologies will shape the future of supply chain?

2. What do you see as the role of ethics in supply chain?

3. Given that incentives are often tied to profits, how can supply chain leaders handle issues of global warming and sustainability?

4. How can food supply chains prepare for the future in terms of traceability, suitability, and regenerative agriculture?

(500 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

Two letters of recommendation are required. Letters must be sent by USC faculty directly to the MS GSCM program via email at ms.gscm@marshall.usc.edu. Please have them reference your full name and USC ID in the subject line. We do not accept letters of recommendation from students directly.

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

MKT Program-Specific Questions

What MS Marketing Track are you applying for?

Why you would like to pursue an MS MKT PDP and what are your career aspirations?

(500 words maximum)

Describe a marketing campaign that truly inspired you and why it did.

(700 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

Have you taken MKT 405: Advertising and Promotion Management?

What grade did you earn?

Have you taken MKT 425: Marketing in a Digital World?

What grade did you earn?

Two letters of recommendation are required. Letters must be sent by USC faculty directly to the MS MKT program via email at ms.marketing@marshall.usc.edu. Please have them reference your full name and USC ID in the subject line. We do not accept letters of recommendation from students directly.

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

MSSE Program-Specific Questions

How will this degree help you to achieve your professional goals?

(250 words maximum)

If there is something you would like us to know about you personally or professionally that hasn't already been mentioned, feel free to do so here.

(Optional, 250 words maximum)

One letter of recommendation is required. Letter must be sent by USC faculty directly to the MSSE program via email at socialentrepreneur@marshall.usc.edu. Please have them reference your full name and USC ID in the subject line. We do not accept letters of recommendation from students directly.

Please combine the following documents in order into ONE PDF and upload it here:

1. USC Progressive Degree Program Proposed Course Plan form (no signatures required at this phase)

2. Professional Resume

3. STARS report

4. Most recent course plan from your undergraduate advisor

(To merge files, you are welcome to use a free online PDF merger like: https://smallpdf.com/merge-pdf)

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