Top Universities for an MBA

Business school is a viable option for those interested in going into a business-related field, changing careers, or networking with future corporate professionals. Prestigious MBA universities focus on leadership and strategy that prepare students to successfully compete in an international market. The rigorous curriculum provides students with the knowledge necessary to lead--management, marketing, finance and accounting. Collaboration is evident in the curriculum, as well; MBA candidates conduct case-studies with their peers, who expect them to perform well academically and, consequently, professionally.
  1. University of Chicago

    • The University of Chicago Booth School of Business offers students full-time, weekend, evening and executive MBA programs. The standard 2-year program is idea-oriented. Students are encouraged to assess every presented idea and evaluate notions through economic, sociological and statistical applications. This experiential learning merges theory and practice as students implement their solutions. Degree candidates may cross-enroll with other research colleges through joint degree study or participate in an international program. Campuses are located in downtown Chicago, Hong Kong, London and Singapore.

      The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
      5807 South Woodlawn Avenue
      Chicago, Illinois 60637
      773-702-7369
      chicagobooth.edu

    Harvard University

    • Harvard Business School emphasizes leadership through personal and professional development. Students learn from practice and immerse themselves in the business world with field studies, case methods and career treks. The curriculum offers broad business principles that include marketing, technology and finance; students may specialize in areas of interests through electives. Guest lecture series, conferences and student organizations enhance the learning experience and generate networking opportunities. The school is international in scope and addresses global business issues in both its case methods and course offerings. The Global Research Center network provides students with internship and immersion opportunities in India and Latin America.

      Harvard Business School
      Dillon House
      Soldiers Field Road
      Boston, MA 02163
      617-495-6128
      hbs.edu

    Northwestern University

    • The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University offers MBA programs that highlight professional development in hopes of yielding international leaders. The Executive Leader in Residence Series invites established professionals to the college to share insight. The one to two year MBA program may be earned jointly with a Juris Doctor or Master of Engineering Management degree. Student collaboration is necessary to arrange for conferences, chair student organizations and travel for team projects. The curriculum integrates experiential learning through case studies, in which students exchange ideas with business professionals.

      Kellogg School of Management
      Northwestern University
      Donald P. Jacobs Center
      2001 Sheridan Rd.
      Evanston, IL 60208-200
      847-491-3308
      kellogg.northwestern.edu

    University of Pennsylvania

    • The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania enables students to create individualized MBA programs from 18 majors, 200 electives and 11 joint degrees. Leadership begins upon acceptance, as students are categorized into learning teams to achieve goals; additional cluster and cohort assignments are randomized to ensure equality in nationality, gender and professional experience. The two-year MBA curriculum offers depth in management and breadth in statistics, finance, marketing and strategy.

      The Wharton School
      University of Pennsylvania
      420 Jon M. Huntsman Hall
      3730 Walnut Street
      Philadelphia, PA 19104.6340
      215-898-6183
      wharton.upenn.edu

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