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Wharton MBA Classes, Courses & Curriculum

The wharton mba curriculum has a unique structure, offering rigor and flexibility. the intensive, cross-functional core curriculum provides business fundamentals and the leadership, communication and analytical skills that are critical to your success. you develop one or more areas of expertise by selecting a major and complementary electives . all mba coursework varies by instructor and class environment, but the core course offerings (listed below) are consistent throughout the program., mba curriculum.

The Wharton MBA Curriculum provides a flexible approach to learning. The program requires 19 credit units (CU) to graduate, which is broken up into 3 categories:

MBA Core Curriculum

You will ground your MBA with six required fixed core classes that will be required for your degree, along with choices in the flexible core . The flexible structure of the core course allows you to take more electives in the first year to prepare for an internship, global experience, business venture, or other interests, and defer some core requirements to their second year. Offered as quarter or semester-long courses, the core curriculum covers traditional management disciplines

The MBA Core classes include 9.5 credit units, distributed in two parts:

• Fixed Core : 3.25 credit units fixed in the first semester
• Flexible Core : 6.25 credit units in the first semester or anytime thereafter

FIXED CORE COURSES

Flexible core courses.

The fixed core courses within the Wharton MBA program consist of the fundamentals and analytical courses that set the stage for your education. These are classes typical of what you would take in business school, and help prepare you for your future,  whether you come to Wharton with a background in business, liberal arts, engineering or more.

Leadership: Foundations of Teamwork and Leadership

Develop your future personal leadership style and capabilities. You will begin with the Teamwork and Leadership Simulation—a team-based, highly interactive simulation that is custom-designed for this course.

Marketing: Marketing Management

Develop skills to apply analytical concepts and marketing tools to decisions like segmentation and targeting, branding, pricing, distribution, and promotion.

Microeconomics: Microeconomics for Managers

Master the basic theory of microeconomics: supply, demand, consumer behavior, market price and output, production, cost, simple competitive market equilibrium, simple monopoly pricing and output determination, price discrimination, and bundling.

Microeconomics: Advanced Microeconomics for Managers

Apply microeconomic theory to firm management and learn how to use microeconomics to enhance decision making. Topics include: sophisticated pricing policies, transfer pricing, strategies for dealing with competitor firms, cooperation strategies, managing under uncertainty, and more.

Statistics: Regression Analysis for Managers

Become familiar with two key statistical methodologies for working with data: regression analysis and experimentation. Learn techniques such as least-squares estimation, tests and confidence intervals, correlation and autocorrelation, collinearity, and randomization.

Management Communication: Speaking and Writing

Speaking : Strengthen your skills in persuasion, speaking confidently, and handling Q&A during the Fall speaking course. You’ll have a choice of advanced topics during the Spring speaking courses.

Writing : In WHCP 621, students will improve their ability to organize and develop the kinds of persuasive arguments they’ll need to lead teams and effect change.

Flexible Core Courses

More than half of the core courses are flexible in order to match your learning style, interests, and goals. Within each different core area, the course choices offer additional flexibility in content, timing, and format. Subjects include:

Operations, Information, and Decisions

Options : Quality and Productivity, Business Analytics, Innovation, Operations Strategy, Enabling Technologies, Managerial Decision Making

Options : Dynamic Marketing Strategy, Strategic Marketing Simulation

Communication

Options : Impromptu Speaking and Elements of Story for Business, Crisis Communication, Fundamentals for Prospective Entrepreneurs, Communications Challenges for Entrepreneurs, and Persuasive Writing for Business Leaders

Options : Financial Accounting, Financial and Managerial Accounting

Corporate Finance

Options : Corporate Finance, Introduction to Corporate Finance

Macroeconomics

Options : Macroeconomics, Introduction to Macroeconomics

Options : Managing the Established Enterprise, Managing the Emerging Enterprise

Legal Studies & Business Ethics

Options : Responsibility in Global Management, Responsibility in Business, and Business, Social Responsibility, & the Environment

You can select from 18 MBA concentrations to pursue your goals. Most majors consist of five CUs—usually four CUs in addition to the core curriculum. Courses may count toward more than one major, giving you the option to pursue your MBA with a double major.

MBA Electives

Choose your own areas of study. Choose from nearly 200 courses across 10 academic departments, plus many more offered through Penn’s other 11 world-class schools. With so much to choose from you can tailor the curriculum to your goals. Your knowledge from Wharton’s core curriculum is supplemented by the broad range of elective courses. Some electives will count toward your major, but you’ll have room to take some chances and explore new topics.

Electives Across the University of Pennsylvania

One of Wharton’s strengths is the ability to extend your studies across the vast academic resources of the entire University of Pennsylvania. When choosing electives, you can work with your advisor to select up to four courses from Penn’s 11 other Schools.

• Annenberg School for Communication
• Graduate School of Education
• School of Arts and Sciences
• School of Dental Medicine
• School of Design
• School of Engineering and Applied Science
• School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• School of Social Policy & Practice
• School of Veterinary Medicine

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A Chronological View of Your Wharton MBA Experience

Your immersion begins the first day of Pre-Term. Pre-Term is the beginning of your educational journey within the Wharton MBA program. It will transform you in ways you cannot yet predict, preparing you for the many challenges you will face at Wharton — returning to school, transitioning to Philadelphia or adjusting to the U.S., and balancing the demands of academics, career preparation, and co-curricular pursuits.

Pre-Term is designed to allow you time to get settled into the community while providing an essential academic foundation for your Wharton classes, including the core course, MGMT 6100: Foundations of Leadership and Teamwork .  When our students and alumni reflect on their Wharton experience, Pre-Term is among their fondest memories. After you’ve selected your MBA courses and gotten acclimated to the learning environment, you’re ready to take on year one.

The first year is intense. You will begin by moving through key courses with your learning team — a group of five or six classmates with whom you will work closely on projects. Then, you’ll select from many options as you branch out in the second half of First Year and beyond. You’ll have a choice of content areas for some core courses and will start to pick your electives. In addition, you will become involved in co-curricular and extracurricular activities that tie into the courses you choose.

MBA summer internships teach real-world skills, advance your education through experience, and allow you to test your new skills from your first year of the MBA program. Even if the summer internship does not lead to a full-time offer, it is a great opportunity to improve your resume and network with new people.

Internships are not required, but most students choose one or more internships, often in combination with other summer experiences. Some students choose to work on their startup over the summer instead of interning at a company.

Learn more about Wharton MBA internship statistics .

You will take any remaining core requirements, drill deeper within the wide range of electives, and develop one or more areas of expertise. For customized interests, students often partner with faculty and businesses on individual advanced student projects.

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Receive your degree and be welcomed into Wharton’s 100,000-strong alumni network.

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Master of Business Administration

An Online MBA Degree That Prepares You to be a Successful Business Leader

You're ready to become a leader and rise to the next level in business. A master's degree in business administration is the step you need to take you further in your professional career and potentially earn a higher salary. A reputable online MBA degree program can be the difference-maker for your future by helping you understand business practices and management skills. This master's in business administration is focused on equipping you with skills and credentials that helps distinguish your value in the business world.

Compare this degree:  Also considering the MSML degree program?  This article can help you understand the differences .

Graduates can finish within 

WGU lets you set a schedule so you can finish your MBA in just one year. You are in control of the schedule and timing for your online MBA program.

*WGU Internal Data

Tuition per six-month term is

See what your online MBA will cost at our university. Tuition charged per term—rather than per credit—helps students control the ultimate cost of their degrees. Finish faster, pay less!

Average salary increase

Master of Business Administration graduates report an average salary increase of $14,025 after completing their WGU degree.

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Program consists of 11 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff.

This program is composed of the following business and management courses. You will typically complete them one at a time as you make your way through your program, working with your Program Mentor each term to build your personalized degree plan. You’ll work through each course as quickly as you can study and master the material. As soon as you’re ready, you’ll pass the assessment, complete the course, and move on. This means you can finish as many courses as you're able in a term at no additional cost.  One year MBA students can complete all of their coursework in just two WGU terms. You will set a schedule with your Program Mentor to enable you to finish your program quickly.  Learn more about the one year MBA program at WGU. 

To ensure WGU graduates acquire the knowledge and skills sought by today’s employers, our Master of Business Administration—like all of WGU's School of Business programs—was developed with significant input from experts and business leaders who serve on our Business Program Council.

This course covers principles of effective management and leadership that maximize organizational performance. The following topics are included: the role and functions of a manager, analysis of personal leadership styles, approaches to self-awareness and self-assessment, and application of foundational leadership and management skills.

This course focuses on strategies and tools that managers use to maximize employee contribution and create organizational excellence. You will learn talent management strategies to motivate and develop employees as well as best practices to manage performance for added value.

This course prepares students for the communication challenges in organizations. Topics examined include theories and strategies of communication, persuasion, conflict management, and ethics that enhance communication to various audiences.

This course focuses on the strategic importance of operations management to overall performance. This course also emphasizes principles of supply chain management relevant to a variety of business operations ranging from manufacturing goods to retail services. You will examine the various planning, control, and decision-making tools and techniques of the operations function.

This course examines how economic tools, techniques, and indicators can be used for solving organizational problems related to competitiveness, productivity, and growth. You will explore the management implications of a variety of economic concepts and effective strategies to make decisions within a global context.

Marketing Fundamentals introduces students to principles of the marketing environment, social media, consumer behavior, marketing research, and market segmentation. Students will also explore marketing strategies that are related to products and services, distribution channels, promotions, sales, and pricing.

This course provides you with the accounting knowledge and skills to assess and manage a business. Topics include the accounting cycle, financial statements, taxes, and budgeting. This course will improve students’ ability to understand reports and use accounting information to plan and make sound business decisions.

This course examines the ethical issues and dilemmas managers face. This course provides a framework for analysis of management-related ethical issues and decision-making action required for satisfactory resolution of these issues.

This course covers practical approaches to analysis and decision-making in the administration of corporate funds, including capital budgeting, working capital management, and cost of capital. Topics include financial planning, management of working capital, analysis of investment opportunities, sources of long-term financing, government regulations, and global influences. This course will improve students’ ability to interpret financial statements and manage corporate finances.

This course presents critical problem-solving methodologies, including field research and data collection methods that enhance organizational performance. Topics include quantitative analysis, statistical and quality tools. You will improve your ability to use data to make informed decisions.

MBA Capstone is the culminating course in the MBA program that provides an integrative experience with all competencies and assessment topics throughout the program. Students synthesize concepts from previously completed coursework and demonstrate an understanding of responsible practices for growing and running a business. This course promotes a meaningful connection between the academic work and career experience.

Program consists of 11 courses

Capstone Project

Special requirements for this program

At the end of your program, you will complete a capstone project that represents the culmination of all your hard work—a project that allows you to take what you’ve learned and apply it to a real-world situation, proposing a solution to an actual issue you face in your place of business.

Skills For Your Résumé

As part of this program, you will develop a range of valuable skills that employers are looking for. 

• Management: Identified and determined the resources required to effectively support an organization or process, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.
• Operations: Developed comprehensive systems with standard operating procedures (SOPs) for distinct parts of a business, promoting consistency, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Communication: Leveraged appropriate communication techniques to effectively persuade and guide outcomes.
• Data Analysis:  Applied analytical and logical reasoning skills to uncover valuable information crucial for decision-making processes.
• Written Communication:  Addressed internal and external stakeholders using the most suitable written communication strategy for each audience, fostering effective communication and engagement.
• Business Development:  Developed strategic plans for acquiring new business and expanding existing business in collaboration with the business development team.

“Because of WGU's competency-based program, I didn't have to get into things that I already knew. Instead I was able to use that for the things that were more challenging for me to learn.”

—Alvyn Joy Halili MBA

WGU vs. Traditional Universities Compare the Difference

Traditional Universities

TUITION STRUCTURE

Per credit hour

Flat rate per 6-month term

Schedule and wait days or even weeks to meet with one of many counselors

Simply email or call to connect with your designated Program Mentor who supports you from day one

Scheduled time

Whenever you feel ready

Professor led lectures at a certain time and place

Courses available anytime, from anywhere

TIME TO FINISH

Approximately 2 years, minimal acceleration options

As quickly as you can master the material, can finish programs in 1 year

Earning Potential

After graduation, WGU MBA master's degree graduates report earning $16,200 more per year*. Are you ready to make more money?

Entirely Online

Competency-based education means you can move as quickly through your degree as you can master the material. You don't have to log in to classes at a certain time—you are truly in the driver's seat of your education.  

The Master of Business Administration degree at WGU is 100% online, which means it works wherever you are. You can do your coursework at night after working at your full-time job, on weekends, while you're traveling the world or on vacation—it's entirely up to you.

Accredited, Respected, Recognized™

One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality has been recognized.

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Affordable Online Degree Programs

By charging per term rather than per credit—and empowering students to accelerate through material they know well or learn quickly—WGU helps students control the ultimate cost of their degrees. The faster you complete your program, the less you pay for your degree.

A College Degree Within Reach

There is help available to make paying for school possible for you:

The average student loan debt of WGU graduates in 2022 (among those who borrowed) was less than half* the national average.

Most WGU students qualify for financial aid, and WGU is approved for federal financial aid and U.S. veterans benefits. 

Many scholarship opportunities are available. Find out what you might be eligible for.

* WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).

Flexible schedule, you control where, when, and how fast you learn and graduate.

Schedules are tight and often unpredictable for busy professionals. That’s why we offer a flexible, personalized approach to how education should be. No interruptions to your work and family obligations. No rigid class schedules. No barriers to earning your degree on your own terms. Just a solid, career-focused online MBA program that meshes seamlessly with your current lifestyle.

"I was fortunate enough to finish my WGU degree program in six months because I was able to show what I knew and not have to sit in needless classes. I was able to showcase my strengths and still have plenty of time to work on my weaknesses, which really helped me finish my degree. I couldn't have done this anywhere else.”

—David Burks MBA

CAREER OUTLOOK

A Respected MBA Degree That Can Prepare You for a Successful Management Career

Goldman Sachs. Google. MGM. Microsoft. Apple. These giant organizations are changing the world, and WGU MBA graduates are there in the thick of it—making decisions as key leaders in top organizations. An online MBA degree from WGU has prepared these graduates to stand out from the competition, to take charge, and to make change. And a master's in business administration degree could do the same thing for you. Get an MBA online that is focused on helping you excel as a business leader and reach all your career aspirations.

WGU’s online MBA degree is designed for business professionals who are ready to advance their career. It is a university program that focuses on management, strategy, and business skills that are vital to your success as a leader. Earn an online MBA that gives you the skills to become the impactful business leader your organization needs.

Return on Your Investment

On average, wgu graduates see an increase in income post-graduation.

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source:  2023 Harris Poll Survey  of 1,655 WGU graduates.

Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

Employment of top executives is projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031.

—U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

MBAs from WGU Are Leading Teams and Businesses in Diverse Industries

Problem-solving leaders are required in every industry, and strategic thinking is necessary at every successful company. If you're ready to broaden your business knowledge and advance your career, WGU's MBA program online can prepare you to be an effective leader and produce successful results wherever you go. Your business management career starts here! Our 5,300-plus MBA grads have great jobs and satisfying careers.

• President and CEO
• Vice president
• Executive director
• Chief strategic officer

Top Industries

• Private companies
• Healthcare organizations
• Nonprofit organizations
• Colleges and universities

Top Employers

• American Airlines
• Edward Jones
• Intermountain Healthcare
• Mayo Clinic

WGU Grads Hold Positions With Top Employers

ADMISSIONS & TRANSFERS

MBA Admission Requirements

To be considered for this program, you must:

• Submit a transcript verifying receipt of your bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited institution.

NOTE: You do not need to take the GRE or GMAT to be admitted to this program.  Learn why we don't require these tests.

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FINISH FASTER

The One-Year MBA

WGU's unique competency-based model allows you to move faster through your degree program. This online Master of Business Administration degree gives you the flexibility you need to earn your degree on your terms. You don't have to leave your job to pursue a master's in business administration—something you and your employer will both appreciate. No logging in, no set class times—you are in the driver's seat of your education.

WGU's one-year* MBA allows you to finish your Master in Business Administration program in only 12 months for just $9,510.

* Program can be completed in as little as 12 months. Pricing is based on 12-month completion of the program. Students that do not complete in 12 months and need longer to complete the program will need to pay for additional terms.

Frequently Asked Questions about MBA Programs

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What is an MBA?

MBA stands for Master’s of Business Administration. An MBA is a graduate-level business management degree that teaches you leadership skills for the modern business world. Those with an MBA often stand out among candidates for upper management positions.

Is it Masters or Master of Business Administration?

Both terms are commonly used, but the technical correct usage is Master of Business Administration, or a Master's in Business Administration. 

What can you do with a Master in Business Administration?

There are many job opportunities with an MBA degree. They include:

• Chief executive officer
• Chief financial officer
• Marketing manager
• International business development
• Chief marketing officer
• Sales manager
• Operations manager
• Human resources manager

What is the purpose of an MBA degree?

An MBA gives you additional skills and training that can help you progress in your career. You'll learn about strategy, communication, management, and leadership that will help you move into larger roles in an organization. An MBA trains you to become a business leader in many different kinds of industries.

What do you learn in an MBA program?

In an MBA program you'll have courses in accounting, finance, marketing, strategy, leadership, management, and more. 

Is a Master's in Business Administration worth it?

Yes! An MBA can help you boost your résumé and help you get higher pay, better job opportunities, and more. In fact, WGU MBA graduates earn an average of $16,200 more per year after graduation.

Why should you pursue an MBA?

An MBA is a great option for those who want to progress into management or leadership roles in an organization. Whether you want to move to a new company or have upward mobility in your current organization, an MBA can help you be prepared to move up.

What is an MBA good for?

An MBA teaches you leadership skills that can help you excel as an executive in a business setting. Earning an MBA can set you apart when you’re looking to advance into a management role within a corporation. The skills you learn in an MBA program may also help you start and manage your own business.

How long does it take to get an MBA degree?

In general, it takes around two years to earn an MBA degree. That said, through a competency-based online MBA program like the one offered at WGU, students may be able to earn their degree more quickly, sometimes in 18 months or less.

How many years does it take to get an MBA degree?

The number of years it takes to earn an MBA degree can vary depending on the university.

• Traditional university: 2 years
• Competency-based MBA program: 1 to 1.5 years
• Part-time MBA program: around 3 years

Can you earn an MBA completely online?

Yes. You can earn an MBA completely online. This unique model enables students to keep their current job while working toward their degree. Competency-based education models and on-demand classes, tests, and assignments make earning a degree online a valid option for busy working professionals or those with limited access to a brick and mortar university.

Does online MBA have any value?

Yes. With the growing prevalence and availability of online MBA programs, curriculum and acceptance criteria have become more rigorous. As higher education has moved increasingly to online formats, more employers are respecting online MBAs and finding online MBA grads to possess the skills necessary to add value to their business. 

Is an online MBA respected?

Yes. If you earn an MBA from an accredited and reputable university, it will likely be respected by employers. Many online MBA programs have gained enough of a reputation that employers now seek out graduates specifically from certain online programs and universities.

Which online MBA program is best?

The best online MBA programs in terms of ROI include:

• Excelsior College; 497% ROI
• Western Governors University; 267% ROI
• American Public University; 249% ROI
• Arizona State University—Skysong; 225% ROI
• Capella University; 171% ROI

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What Is an MBA? All About the MBA Degree and MBA Programs

The MBA is the world’s most popular graduate management degree.  Employers love it and students can’t get enough of it. Thousands of ambitious professionals apply to different types of MBA program each year.

As a generalist degree, the MBA gives you fundamental management knowledge, meaning you’ll get a holistic view of business across areas like marketing, finance, and accounting, all while developing those vital soft skills and leadership skills.

Famous MBA alumni include CEOs of multinational companies, successful entrepreneurs, and former Presidents. George W Bush, Michael Bloomberg, Tim Cook, Satya Nadella, Sundar Pichai, Sheryl Sandberg—they all have MBAs.

So what can you do with an MBA degree? What types of MBA programs are available? And is an MBA worth it?

What Does MBA Stand For? MBA Definition

MBA stands for Master of Business Administration

First introduced by Harvard University Graduate School of Administration in 1908 (now Harvard Business School ), the MBA is the original graduate degree offered by business schools globally.

Having "MBA" on your resume will help you stand out to employers, but the true meaning of the MBA goes beyond three letters on a sheet. During an MBA, you'll build your business knowledge, grow your professional network, and boost your career and salary prospects.

Who is an MBA degree for?

The  Harvard MBA class of 2025 is comprised of 39% international students and 45% women. Students come from technology, manufacturing, healthcare, nonprofits, the media, and the military, as well as finance and consulting.

At  INSEAD , more than 80 nationalities are typically represented in the MBA class and students come from academic backgrounds ranging from business and engineering to the arts and political sciences.

According to the Graduate Management Admission Council™ (GMAC™),  the top career motivations  for prospective business school students include: the opportunity to enrich their lives, develop their potential, increase their income, gain business knowledge, and enhance their network – and these benefits are just some of the many  reasons to get an MBA .

Whatever your background, if you want to learn management skills and advance your career, the MBA is for you; whether you want to start your own business, progress within your current company, switch function, industry, location, or all three at the same time.

“An MBA is not just designed to equip students for their next job post-graduation; it’s a life changing experience that enables students to make career changes five, 10, and 15 years post-MBA, thanks to the skills they learn and the network that lasts long after graduation,” says Virginie Fougea, global director of admissions and financial aid at INSEAD.

Types of MBA programs

While the traditional full-time MBA degree is a popular option, the MBA today comes in all shapes and sizes. Business schools offer various types of MBA programs suited to different profiles of students.

MBA program types

Students, duration, and formats of different MBA program types

Full-time MBA

The full-time MBA is the original, immersive, on-campus experience, designed for early and mid-career students who may be looking to completely change their career path. The two-year, full-time MBA program is most popular in the United States and offered by the group of elite M7 business schools . In India, the Postgraduate Diploma in Management is also offered as an MBA alternative.

The one-year MBA is especially popular in Europe and Asia, offering an accelerated experience and less time out of the workplace, although full-time MBAs come in a variety of formats. INSEAD’s MBA takes just 10 months to complete, while London Business School offers flexible exit points after 15, 18, or 21 months of study.

Part-time MBA

The part-time MBA  allows you to combine work and study, meaning you don’t miss out on your salary and the opportunity cost of pursuing a full-time program. Part-time MBA classes typically take place in evenings, weekends, or in flexible modular formats, combining online learning with in-person sessions.

Executive MBA

The Executive MBA  is a part-time MBA program targeted at experienced, executive-level professionals with over 10 years of work experience. EMBA programs bring senior leaders together to upskill, network, and knowledge share, with participants bringing their professional projects into the classroom.

The Online MBA  is a super-flexible, part-time MBA experience, allowing you to continue working while studying from the comfort of your home. Online MBA programs typically require a residential component (1-2 weeks), although there are an increasing number of 100 percent-online MBA programs. Many online MBAs also allow you to pay per module and plan your own study time. This means durations for online MBA programs can vary, although most take around two years to complete.

MBA Specializations

While the MBA is a generalist degree, you can specialize in areas you’re interested in. Business schools offer various MBA specializations  including MBAs in healthcare management, business analytics, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, and HR. These usually combine core MBA courses in management with a specialist track of courses focused on your area of interest.

In the US, STEM MBA programs  have specializations that incorporate STEM topics and international graduates from STEM MBAs can stay and work in the US for up to three years without an H-1B visa .

You can also pursue dual degrees at most business schools, combining your MBA with a specialized business master’s , or cross-university programs like the JD MBA , offered jointly by law and business schools.

MBA courses and curriculum

The MBA curriculum is typically divided into two parts:

Core MBA courses cover the foundations of general management. Core courses typical of MBA programs include:

• Business Communication
• Business Ethics
• Business Strategy
• Data Analytics

Elective MBA courses give you the opportunity to select courses that best match your individual career goals. You usually study the core MBA syllabus before choosing electives in the second half of the program.

There are a wide variety of elective courses covering anything from HR management, nonprofit management, entrepreneurship, sustainability and CSR, to cutting-edge topics like artificial intelligence and blockchain.

Most MBA courses are taught using the case study method, made famous by Harvard Business School, which sees students analyze case studies of business successes or failures before discussing them in class.

You learn the business theory during an MBA before applying your learnings in group project work or even real-world consulting projects. Outside class, you can immerse yourself in all aspects of business school life: MBA clubs, extracurriculars, networking events, conferences, competitions, company visits, and exciting international immersions.

What’s it like being an MBA student? “The irony of the MBA is that it’s usually pursued in an effort to stand out, but during the experience your interaction with so many interesting, driven, and stimulating people is both humbling and inspiring,” says Pascal Michels, former MBA student and MBA admissions director at IESE Business School , now a director and consultant at MBA admissions consulting firm Menlo Coaching.

“Beyond the academics, an MBA is really about the people you meet; the friendships forged in heated classroom discussions and late-night team meetings—that’s what triggers much of the personal growth.”

MBA jobs: What can you do with an MBA?

What can you do with an MBA degree? Pretty much anything you set your mind to. An MBA prepares you for jobs in a variety of industries and roles. Typical  high-paying MBA jobs  include:

• Finance Manager
• Financial Advisor
• Investment Banker
• Management Analyst
• Management Consultant
• Marketing Manager
• Operations Manager

Employers love hiring MBA graduates and many recruit on campus. According to GMAC’s  Corporate Recruiters Survey , 82% of employers expressed their confidence in business schools’ ability to prepare graduates for success.

Increasingly, MBA graduates can be found in industries ranging from healthcare to nonprofits working for both multinationals and startups, and many start businesses of their own. In 2023, entrepreneurial graduates from Stanford Graduate School of Business and Harvard Business School launched 87 startups between them.

Companies that hire the most MBAs include the Big Three management consulting firms , Bain, BCG, and McKinsey; Big Tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft; and accounting firms like Accenture, Deloitte, and EY.

Several years after graduation, MBAs progress to senior, executive-level jobs. Many  Fortune 500 CEOs – including the CEOs of Apple, JP Morgan, Microsoft, and Walmart – have MBAs.

“When we hire an MBA grad, the global perspective and diversity of experiences they have allows them to plug right into Bain, and any of our capability areas, and start helping our clients succeed in their industries,” says Keith Bevans, global head of consultant recruiting at Bain & Company.

MBA program salary: What can you earn?

Getting an MBA degree will boost your salary prospects. MBA students from the NYU Stern School of Business Class of 2022 landed median base salaries of $170k. Meanwhile, grads from the University of California Berkeley Haas School of Business landed median base salaries of $155k in 2022.

Three years after graduation, MBA salaries can increase by well over 100%. Across the top 10 MBA programs ranked by the  Financial Times  in 2023, students increased their salaries by around 130% on average, within three years of achieving their MBA.

Your average MBA salary prospects naturally vary depending on your industry, role, and the business school you go to. The highest-paying MBA jobs tend to be in finance or consulting. Consulting salaries for MBA graduates at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG can reach $260k (including bonuses and benefits) in the first year after completing an MBA, according to ManagementConsulted.  

The average MBA salary in the US  is around $106k after graduation, although MBA salary also varies by location. Based on your experience level and industry, you can  estimate your post-MBA salary using our interactive tool .

MBA cost: Is an MBA degree program worth it?

How much does an MBA cost? According to the  BusinessBecause Cost of MBA Report 2024 , the average total cost of studying one of the world’s top-ranked full-time MBA programs is $205,763.  This figure includes the cost of tuition, additional fees, living expenses, and healthcare insurance.

The cost of an MBA varies significantly depending on where you study. The average total cost of a top-ranked, full-time MBA program in the US is US$243,267, while in Europe it’s US$140,130k.

Tuition fees for the top-ranked full-time MBA programs featured in the BusinessBecause report vary from US$81,257 to around US$176,600k.

There are many more affordable full-time MBA programs that deliver similar quality of learning and outcomes. The University of Worcester MBA, priced at £17k for international students, and an MBA at the University of Suffolk MBA, £17 for internations  offer two of the  most affordable MBA programs in the UK .

If you’re living at home and working alongside a Part-time MBA, Online MBA, or Executive MBA program, you won’t pay additional fees related to living costs and you won’t face the opportunity cost from missing out on your salary.

What’s more, business schools offer a variety of  MBA scholarships and financial aid  to help you fund your tuition, meaning – for full-time MBAs especially – you’ll rarely pay the full cost of tuition for your MBA.

These benefits – plus the post-MBA salary, skills, and network you’ll gain – mean you shouldn’t let the price of an MBA put you off when weighing up your return on investment (MBA ROI). If you can find the best fit MBA program that can deliver on your personal ambitions and career goals, then an MBA is more than worth it.

MBA admissions: Applying for an MBA

What are the standard MBA admission requirements? Most business schools require an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification and a minimum level of work experience.

You’ll need to prepare your application materials – resume, essays, recommendation letters, and GMAT – before applying by an MBA application round deadline . If successful, you’ll progress to an interview before getting a final offer of acceptance.

Applying to business school can be competitive, with  MBA acceptance rates  for top-ranked MBA programs as low as 8.6% at Stanford, although most top-tier programs admit 20- to 60% of applicants, according to BusinessBecause.

The GMAT exam is a key performance indicator for business schools, but schools consider your holistic profile, looking at all aspects of your application together.

“Strong candidates have a habit of leadership in past and current endeavors, analytical appetite and curiosity, and a penchant for contributing to the success of a community. We want to get to know each applicant and to try to understand how s/he will contribute in our classrooms and community,” says Chad Losee, Harvard Business School’s MBA admissions director.

Now you know what an MBA is and how an MBA can benefit your career, it’s time to take the next step and apply. The MBA application process requires organization and perseverance, and you’ll need to do your research to find the business school that best matches your personality, areas of interest, and career goals.

Find out how to navigate the full-time MBA admissions process and more in our BusinessBecause free-to-download MBA Application Guide .

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Ready to change your trajectory and the world around you? The Stanford MBA Program will help you develop and hone your skills to make a positive difference in the world.

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Our comprehensive, experiential curriculum is designed to shape the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, industry disruptors, and change makers.

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Our MBA program is the launching pad to a more impactful and meaningful career. Gain a strong foundation in your first year, and then forge your own path.  

Your first year in the Stanford MBA Program is invaluable. This is where you establish your foundation, begin to develop your managerial skills and style, and broaden your global perspective.

Coursework mainly consists of core and distribution requirements. You’ll gain insights from world-class researchers and senior leaders and a deeper understanding of effective business management.

Students must complete a global experience requirement . This is an opportunity to engage in global issues and expand your mindset.

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Our Full-Time MBA Program provides several distinct options for earning your MBA. Each offers extensive options for achieving your personal, professional and educational goals. Whichever one you choose, you’ll develop as a person and learn how to spark growth in any organization. No matter which Full-Time MBA you choose, you will leave with a broad-based, agile skill set that prepares you to lead confidently in the face of unprecedented challenges and enormous opportunities.

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Make the leap to launch your ideal career in just two short years, explore the ucla anderson full-time mba program.

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We recently updated our standardized test requirements in the interest of greater flexibility for applicants. The Full-Time MBA program will now accept the GRE, GMAT, GMAT Focus or the Executive Assessment (EA) — or alternatively, applicants may opt out of submitting a test score and instead share examples of coursework, certifications or professional experience that demonstrate their quantitative and analytical abilities in a brief essay.

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Begin the year with personal leadership activities, reflection, and small team projects..

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HBS's MBA curriculum includes a range of exciting courses and is frequently refreshed with new content. The goal is to give students a firm grasp of broad-based fundamentals. The School's inductive learning model goes beyond facts and theories—a process that teaches individuals not only how to manage organizations, but also how to continually grow and learn throughout life.

During the first year at HBS, all students pursue the same course of study: the Required Curriculum and FIELD. By studying under a common curriculum, students build a solid, broad foundation of general management concepts and skills across all the key disciplines.

Required Curriculum

• Finance 1 (FIN1)
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• Leadership & Organizational Behavior (LEAD)
• Technology & Operations Management (TOM)
• Short Intensive Programs (SIPs)

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Year One, Spring

Practice teamwork and deepen conversations about diversity as you prepare for a global immersion..

The Required Curriculum forms the first year of study and establishes a common foundation in the fundamental practices of business including finance, marketing, leadership, negotiation, operations, strategy, and more. All students participate in the same set of classes within their section of 90 colleagues, including FIELD, which complements case-method learning with smaller hands-on team projects, personal reflection, and global immersions. In addition to acquiring specific analytical and quantitative skills, students become acclimated to MBA Program standards of communication and collaboration, and develop strong, lasting relationships with one another.

• Business, Government, and the International Economy (BGIE)
• Strategy (STRAT)
• The Entrepreneurial Manager (TEM)
• Finance 2 (FIN2)
• Leadership and Corporate Accountability (LCA)
• FIELD Global Immersion (FGI)

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Year Two, Fall

Choose from an unparalleled range of elective courses to build on the concepts developed in the required curriculum..

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During the second year, students choose from an unparalleled range of elective courses to build on the basic concepts developed in the Required Curriculum. This portion of the program enables students to integrate the functional skills learned in the first year into an understanding of the firm as a total enterprise.

Students may take any combination of courses—up to five courses per semester—and also have the opportunity to cross-register for courses in other select graduate programs.

Elective Curriculum

Consult the online listing of Elective Curriculum MBA courses for faculty biographies, unit overviews, and detailed course descriptions.

Cross-Registration

Opportunities for students to take classes at other select graduate programs during their second year.

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Year 2, Spring

Integrate the functional skills you've learned into an understanding of the firm as a total enterprise..

During the winter term, choose from an array of courses spanning topics from corporate board leadership to reimagining capitalism and authentic leadership development to managing global health. You also have the opportunity to participate in Immersive Field Course (IFC).

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Analytical. Data-driven. Rooted in business fundamentals.

Markets change. The fundamentals of business do not.

That’s why we believe in a multidisciplinary approach to an MBA education. Our empowering curriculum is also rooted in the fundamentals of business: accounting, economics, psychology, sociology, and statistics. We've designed it for leaders in any career, in every industry, anywhere in the world.

By gaining a firm grounding in these disciplinary areas, you’ll graduate with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead when facing ambiguity, solve any business problem you face, and bring your boldest ideas to life.

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Flexible Curriculum. The World’s Best Faculty. A Winning Combination.

The Booth MBA gives you the freedom to tailor your Full-Time MBA or Evening MBA and Weekend MBA courses to fit your experience, interests, and career goals. With the world’s best faculty, whichever direction you take, you’ll emerge transformed.

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Our faculty have the freedom to develop new, innovative courses and to teach their classes in the style they want. No matter which MBA program you choose, you’ll learn from the same world-class faculty alongside classmates who will challenge you to excel.

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You may also take up to 300 units of credit for free after graduation. As you are promoted or change careers, these courses allow you to brush up on a topic that interests you.

“At Chicago Booth, we teach students how to think. How to deal with ambiguity. How to reason. How to make decisions and implement them. How to bring others along, and guide organizations to better outcomes. In short, we teach them how to become leaders.” —Madhav Rajan, Dean and George Pratt Shultz Professor of Accounting

We Are the Destination for Leadership Development

Leadership development is woven throughout your Booth experience. Our flexible curriculum empowers you to make your own choices and navigate your own path, while courses and experiences build your problem-solving and leadership skills. It’s an approach that prepares you to make bold decisions and lead with confidence.

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As leadership education has transformed, Booth has been at the forefront, driving new ways of thinking about and teaching tomorrow’s leaders.

Learn to Lead

Prepare to guide people and organizations to better outcomes. Your growth as a leader is central to your Chicago Booth MBA experience.

Our MBA Curriculum

Here’s how the curriculum comes together for Full-Time MBA, Evening MBA, and Weekend MBA students. The Executive MBA Program follows the same curriculum but in a slightly different format .

Begin your MBA journey with LEAD , a hands-on, experiential program designed to build your skills in negotiation, team building, interpersonal communication, and other key management areas. LEAD is the only required component in our curriculum.

Qualified Work Experience

To complement your MBA journey, Full-Time MBA students participate in a hands-on, professional internship experience designed to put your skills into action in a work setting.

Foundations: Three Foundation Areas

Choose one course from each category, selecting the options that best complement your previous education and professional experience.

Financial Accounting

Basic Courses      Financial Accounting

Advanced Alternatives Accounting & Financial Analysis Accounting, Economic, and Regulatory Issues in Complex Deals Deal Structuring and Financial Reporting Implications Financial Statement Analysis Advanced Financial Analysis and Valuation for Global Firms

Microeconomics

Basic Courses      Microeconomics Accelerated Microeconomics Advanced Microeconomic Analysis

Advanced Alternatives Price Theory I Price Theory II

Basic Courses Business Statistics Applied Regression Analysis

Advanced Alternatives Big Data Financial Econometrics Decoding FinTech Statistical Insight into Marketing, Consulting & Entrepreneurship Machine Learning Any PhD-level course

Functions, Leadership & Management, and the Business Environment: Seven Courses

A great deal of flexibility exists under this grouping of courses. Here, you’ll choose from among basic and advanced courses, building your MBA tool kit with courses in business functions, management, and the business environment in which firms operate. Choose one course from seven of the following eight categories:

Basic Courses Investments Introductory Finance Corporation Finance

Approved Substitutes Entrepreneurial Finance and Private Equity Asset Pricing I Asset Pricing II Corporate Finance I Corporate Finance II Financial Instruments Portfolio Management Fixed Income Asset Pricing Advanced Investments Cases in Financial Management International Corporate Finance Debt, Distress, and Restructuring

Basic Courses Marketing Strategy or Marketing Strategy (with Sustainability Simulation)

Approved Substitutes Consumer Behavior Data-Driven Marketing Data Science for Marketing Decision Making Experimental Marketing New Products and Services Lab in Developing New Products and Services Pricing Strategies Brand Management in a Digital Age Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Lab

Basic Courses Operations Management

Approved Substitutes Supply Chain Strategy and Practice Revenue Management Managing Service Operations

Basic Courses Strategy and Structure: Markets and Organizations Competitive Strategy Approved Substitutes Technology Strategy Game Theory Platform Competition Industry Analysis Strategy Simulation: Creating Value in Complex and Ambiguous Settings

Leadership & Management

Basic Courses Cost Analysis and Internal Controls Managerial Decision Modeling Managerial Decision Making

Approved Substitutes Advanced Decision Models with Python

Basic Courses Managing the Workplace Managing in Organizations Power and Influence

Approved Substitutes Leadership Studio Diversity in Organizations

Business Environment

Basic Courses Macroeconomics and the Business Environment Business in Historical Perspective Approved Substitutes Money and Banking International Commercial Policy International Financial Policy Managing the Firm in the Global Economy The Wealth of Nations

Basic Courses The Firm and the Non-Market Environment Business, Politics, and Ethics Designing a Good Life   Approved Substitutes Perspectives on Capitalism Impact Investing Social Enterprise and Innovation The Ethics of Business The Legal Infrastructure of Business

Electives: 10 Courses

Electives give you the chance to delve further into specific areas of interest. You’ll have maximum flexibility in choosing your 10 electives: focus them in specific disciplines and work toward concentrations in those areas, or choose broadly across the Booth curriculum and even the university, including the University of Chicago Law School and Harris School of Public Policy. You can take up to six courses outside Booth.

Lab Courses

Algorithmic Marketing Lab Application Development Art + Business Lab Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Social Impact Practicum Digital Marketing Lab Entrepreneurial Discovery Hacking for Defense Healthcare Analytics Lab Interpersonal Dynamics Lab in Developing New Products and Services Lab to Launch Leadership Effectiveness and Development (LEAD) Lab Leadership Lab Leadership Practicum Leadership Studio New Social Ventures Private Equity/Venture Capital Lab Real Estate Lab: Real Estate Challenge Reputation, Regulation and Communications – How Media Influences Business - Lab Social Impact Lab Special Topics in Entrepreneurship: Developing a New Venture (New Venture Challenge) Strategy Simulation: Creating Value in Complex and Ambiguous Settings

Other Elective Courses

Accounting and Financial Analysis Accounting for Entrepreneurship:  From Start-Up through IPO Accounting, Economic, and Regulatory Issues in Complex Deals Advanced Decision Models with Python Advanced Financial Analysis and Valuation for Global Firms Advanced Investments Advanced Models of Option Pricing and Credit Risk Advanced Negotiations Application Development II Artificial Intelligence Arts Leadership: Exemplary is Not Enough Behavioral and Institutional Finance Behavioral Finance Big Data Big Problems Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, and Web3 Brand Management in a Digital Age Building the New Venture Business in Historical Perspective Cases in Financial Risk Management Chinese Economy and Financial Markets Commercializing Innovation: Tools to Research and Analyze Private Enterprises Consumer Behavior Consumer Finance Corporate Governance Crony Capitalism Culture (and Why it Matters) Data Analysis with Python and SQL Data Analysis with R and Python Data Science for Marketing Decision Making Data-Driven Marketing Deal Structuring and Financial Reporting Implications Debt, Distress, and Restructuring Decoding FinTech Designing a Good Life Digital and Algorithmic Marketing Digital Marketing  Diversity in Organizations Effective Management of Groups and Teams Emerging Markets Finance and Entrepreneurship Employment Law for Entrepreneurs and Managers Entrepreneurial Finance and Private Equity Entrepreneurial Selling Entrepreneurship in Healthcare and Life Sciences Entrepreneurship through Acquisition Ethics of Business Experimental Marketing Financial Econometrics Financial Instruments Financial Markets and Institutions Financial Statement Analysis The FinTech Revolution Fixed Income Asset Pricing Futures, Forwards, Options & Swaps: Theory and Practice Game Theory Global Health and Social Policy Health Economics Healthcare Business Analytics Impact Investing Industry Analysis Innovation Leadership Institutional Private Capital Investing International Commercial Policy International Corporate Finance International Financial Policy Leadership Capital Leadership in the Emerging Ecosystem Economy Leading and Managing Teams The Legal Infrastructure of Business Life Sciences: Innovation and Finance Machine Learning Management, Unions and Collective Bargaining Managing Service Operations Managing the Firm in the Global Economy Marketing Strategy (with Sustainability Simulation) Merger & Acquisition Strategy Money and Banking Navigating the ESG Landscape: Information, Sustainability Reporting, and Analysis New Products and Services New Venture Strategy New Venture Tech Outperform & Outlast: Operating and Investing in Closely Held Businesses Perspectives on Capitalism Persuasion II: Influence Through Narrative Persuasion: Effective Business Communication Pivot for Success – Hone the Vision, Shift the Strategy, Make the Right Moves in Today’s Marketplace Platform Competition The Political Economy of Climate Change Portfolio Management Pricing Strategies Private Equity Transactions Project Management Quantitative Portfolio Management Real Estate and Equity: Leveling the Playing Field Real Estate Investments I Real Estate Investments II Reputation, Regulation and Communications – How Media Influences Business Revenue Management Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Social Sector Strategy and Structure Statistical Insight into Marketing, Consulting, and Entrepreneurship Storytelling and Narratives in Business Strategies and Processes of Negotiation The Study of Behavioral Economics Supply Chain Strategy and Practice Taxes and Business Strategy Technology Strategy The Wealth of Nations Winning Writing Women as Entrepreneurs, Venture Capitalists, Private Equity Executives, Investors and Board Members

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STEM Eligibility

The Chicago Booth MBA degree is designated STEM-eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT) purposes. International graduates on F-1 student visas who earn a Chicago Booth MBA may be eligible to apply for an additional 24 months of training through work experience.

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