Computer Requirements for Graduate Business Programs
Modified on: Tue, Jun 3 2025 10:10 AMWindows Operating System is Required
PLEASE NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to use a Windows laptop.
All students must use the Windows operating system to run required software applications that do not have Mac equivalents. These Windows-only applications range from statistical software packages to Excel plug-ins. MSBA students should use the Windows-based installation packages (see links below) provided by and supported by the School of Business Help Desk.
Windows - 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 (1TB strongly recommended) |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 | |
| Additional Hardware | Functional webcam, microphone, and WiFi | |
| Software |
Microsoft Office Valid anti-virus/anti-malware software |
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| Additional software for program: | ||
How do I check my PC specifications?
macOS - Minimum Requirements
PLEASE NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to use a Windows laptop.
Students who prefer using a Mac will need to request and use a virtual Windows instance to install software and complete work for some courses. Please note that a virtual Windows instance will not perform as seamlessly as a Windows laptop.
For more information, please visit: Running Windows on a Mac
| MBA, MSM & MSA | MSBA | |
| Processor | Apple M-series | Apple M2 or newer |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB required (24-32GB+ strongly recommended) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB required (1TB strongly recommended) |
| Operating System | MacOS 14 or newer |
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| Additional Hardware | Functional webcam, microphone, and WiFi | |
| Software | Microsoft Windows 11 Operating System (for some courses) (Learn more about Running Windows on Your Mac) Microsoft Office Valid anti-virus/anti-malware software |
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| 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.