Computer Requirements for Graduate Business Programs
Windows - 
Recommended
Minimum Requirements
MBA, MSM, & MSA
MSBA
Processor
10th Generation Intel Core i5 Quad Core or better
13th Generation Intel Core i7 or better, OR AMD Ryzen 7 6000 series or better
Memory
16 GB
16 GB required (24-32 GB recommended)
Storage
512 GB
512 GB required (1 TB strongly recommended)
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 11
Additional Hardware
Functional webcam, microphone, and WiFi
Software
Microsoft Office
Valid anti-virus/anti-malware software
Additional software for program:
How do I check my PC specifications?
macOS
PLEASE NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to use a Windows laptop.
While most schoolwork can be done on a Mac, some courses require software that only runs on Windows. If you are enrolled in one of these courses, please visit Running Windows on your Mac to request an Azure Virtual Desktop for the semester. Please note that a virtual Windows instance will not perform as seamlessly as a Windows laptop.
Minimum Requirements
MBA, MSM & MSA
MSBA
Processor
Apple M-series
Apple M2 or newer
Memory
16 GB
16 GB required (24-32 GB strongly recommended)
Storage
512 GB
512 GB required (1 TB strongly recommended)
Operating System
MacOS 14 or newer
Additional Hardware
Functional webcam, microphone, and WiFi
Software
Microsoft Office
Valid anti-virus/anti-malware software
Microsoft Windows 11 Operating System (for some courses,
learn more about Running Windows on Your Mac)
Additional Software for program:
How do I check my Mac specifications?
Can I use my company-issued laptop?
Students must have the ability to install software on their laptops. Some courses require the use of Excel Add-ins or other statistical analysis software packages. Company-issued laptops often have security restrictions that prevent users from downloading files and installing software/printers; therefore, it is strongly recommended that students use a personal laptop for their coursework. If you have any questions, please contact us at 336.758.4126.
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