Built Around the Athlete
Our unique approach includes: how you pay, who guides you, how it fits, and the network you build.
Scholarships You Can't Get Anywhere Else
PAC negotiates member-only scholarships you can't get on your own. Your benefits specialist helps you stack them with league education benefits to minimize what you pay out of pocket.
A Guide Who's Been Where You're Going
Every member is paired with an Education Specialist — a former professional athlete who's been through it. They handle the complexity so you can stay focused on what matters most.
Built for the Schedule You Actually Have
The PMBA schedule is built with the understanding that training, travel, and commitments don't pause. Online formats, evening sessions, and removed application barriers keep you moving while you're still working or competing.
A Network That Compounds
You graduate with two networks working for you - your school's alumni community and PAC's network of network of fellow athletes and industry partners across finance, real estate, tech, healthcare, and more.
The Miami Herbert MBA
Unlock world-class business education with Miami Herbert Business School — ranked a top-50 Full-Time MBA Program by Bloomberg Businessweek. Open to all PAC members with a bachelor's degree, the program blends online flexibility with in-person residencies in Miami, and can be completed in as few as 21 months. PAC members are eligible for an exclusive scholarship of up to $60,000*.
21 months · Hybrid: online + Miami residencies · Top-50 MBA (Bloomberg Businessweek) · Up to $60,000 scholarship*
The world of business is rapidly evolving through AI, automation, real estate, media, and finance. For athletes preparing for life beyond sports, this MBA is more than a credential — it's a platform to lead, innovate, and own your future.
Open to all PAC members with a bachelor’s degree
Up to $60,000 scholarship, exclusive to PAC members
As fast as 21 months — hybrid online + in-person residencies in Miami
Coursework spanning Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, Technology & Innovation, Global Strategy, and Leadership
Active PAC support throughout: personal consultant, mentorship, and accountability
Dual-network access: Miami Herbert alumni + PAC’s industry partners
One-on-one executive mentors and career coaching in finance, real estate, tech, and healthcare
*Scholarship amount is subject to change. Open to PAC members only; bachelor’s degree required.
How it works
1
Reach out
Connect with your PAC Education Specialist.
2
Review Your Benefits
We'll review your goals and recommend the right program.
3
Apply with support
Your Education Specialist walks you through the application and scholarship process.
4
Earn your degree
PAC stays in your corner with mentorship and dual-network access.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Professional MBA and how much time does it take each week?
The PMBA runs from Fall 2026 through Spring 2028. Week to week, classes are online Monday and Wednesday evenings Eastern Standard Time, with 4 Saturday in-person residencies on the Coral Gables campus. The pace is built for working professionals, with flexibility if life happens. You don't pause your career to do this.
Do I need a business degree or business background to apply to the Professional MBA?
No. The PMBA is designed for all backgrounds, no undergraduate business degree required. However, you DO need a completed bachelor's degree in any field. Courses like Managerial Economics are structured specifically for students without prior business coursework. You bring the work ethic; the program builds the foundation.
Do I have to live in Miami for the Professional MBA?
No. The PMBA is hybrid: everything runs online except 4 Saturday in-person sessions at the Coral Gables campus. Most of your cohort will fly in for those weekends, which double as the networking that makes the degree even more valuable.
What's the difference between the Professional MBA and Professional Development?
Different scale, different commitment. Professional Development programs are short-form (typically six weeks), focused on a single skill or industry like sales, media, or real estate. Degree Programs are longer, more comprehensive, and lead to an accredited graduate degree like the Professional MBA for Athletes through Miami Herbert Business School. They work well together: many members start here to explore a direction, then pursue a degree when they're ready to commit to a credentialed path.
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