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Student Experience

Technology Management MBA (TMMBA) students experience a variety of time-saving support services, extra-curricular opportunities, and network-building activities during the program. These features and benefits help students get the most out of the TMMBA experience while managing a full-time job, family, and coursework. To balance the intensity of this accelerated program, students enjoy trivia nights, outdoor sports, family picnics and more!

Features of the TMMBA experience:

  • Class registration included
  • Books and materials provided
  • Catered meals before every class
  • Free parking
  • Custom career planning
  • Optional International Study Tour
  • ~60 career-building events each year
  • Five, well-attended, alumni-student networking events per year

TMMBA International Study Tour Travels to Japan


Networking made easy

Students start building a strong network from day one with a cohort of accomplished peers from throughout the greater Seattle region. Beyond the cohort, students can grow their network and connect to the business community in a variety of ways.

  • Interact with members of the 1,500+ TMMBA alumni including C-suite executives, senior-level leaders, entrepreneurs and more.
  • Connect with technology and innovation-driven executives and companies in the Puget Sound region and through the Tech @ the Top speaker series and MBA Treks.
  • Enjoy access to the broader 60,000 Foster alumni around the world.
  • Interact with other Foster MBAs during cross-program or speaker events.
Hear more from one of our TMMBA alumni

It’s all about teamwork

Students often cite their learning teams as a key benefit to supporting the fast-paced nature of the Technology Management MBA. Each learning team consists of four to six students and is thoughtfully constructed with a diversity of positions, companies, academic backgrounds, and interests in mind. TMMBA learning teams offer support, expanding perspectives, lasting friendships, a strong professional network, and are critical to successfully completing this accelerated, 18-month MBA program.

Startup Pitch Competition is Capstone Event for TMMBA Teams

Beyond the classroom

Beyond the classroom, Technology Management MBA students can take advantage of a variety of activities, speaker events, and real-world experiences. Below are a few popular student activities:

  • Budding entrepreneurs can attend speaker events and participate in business competitions through the Foster School’s Arthur W. Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship.
  • Students interested in non-profits and board service may elect to apply for the Board Fellows Program, which will provide a solid foundation in board governance and consulting practices.
  • Second-year students may opt for participating in the nine-month TMMBA Mentoring Program. This unique program offers students the ability to gain an alumni mentor that provides professional guidance and support as students navigate career opportunities or professional challenges.
Mike Costales

TMMBA Student Mike Costales Wins Environmental Innovation Challenge


Class of 2025 Profile

Class size: 34
Average years of work experience: 10.6

Student demographics

  • 41% women
  • 74% Engineers / IT Professionals
  • 76% work for Tech companies
  • 41% have a post-grad degree prior to TMMBA

Read more about the TMMBA Student Experience