Browse Graduate Programs

MBA

Deferred Entry MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Deferred Entry MBA program is exclusively for domestic senior college students who have a strong academic background, leadership skills, and seek to reserve their spot while gaining work experience, then join the Carlson Full-Time MBA or Management Science MBA program 2 years after graduation.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 Years (none at time of application)
STEM Designated
Yes
MBA

Executive MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Carlson Executive MBA (CEMBA) program is a degree intended to groom experienced professionals for more challenging executive roles. In the program, professionals with an average of 14 years of experience develop a leadership development plan covering seven dimensions of executive leadership growth.

Delivery
Hyflex (Hybrid-Flexible)
Schedule
Full-time on Fridays and Saturdays (alternating weeks)
Minimum Work Experience
6 years
STEM Designated
No
MBA

Full-Time MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Full-Time MBA program is a fully immersive two-year program for working professionals and aspiring career changers who have an average of four years of work experience. The program features a more traditional learning approach, with classes held throughout the day and week.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
No
MBA

Management Science MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

STEM-designated Management Science MBA allows students to better understand business organizational performance by developing analytical and quantitative skills grounded in the foundational business topics of the Full-time MBA curriculum.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
Yes
MBA

Online MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Minnesota Carlson’s Online MBA program puts you in control of your education. No matter where you are or where your career is headed, the Online MBA programs give you the flexibility you need to fit your lifestyle and your career goals.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
No
MBA

Part-Time MBA (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Carlson Part-Time MBA program welcomes learners who are more than students—they’re employees, spouses, parents, and community leaders. Gain the skills you need to take the next step in your organization or redefine your career path, all at your own pace.

Delivery
Hyflex (Hybrid-Flexible)
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
No
Master's

Accountancy (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Master of Accountancy program provides you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to advance faster throughout your accounting career. In the program, you’ll learn from dynamic instructors and lively classroom discussions that will prepare you to lead in the fast-changing business world.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time and part-time options
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
Yes
Master's

Applied Business Analytics (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

In Minnesota Carlson's Online Master of Applied Business Analytics program, you'll learn innovative tools and techniques for analyzing data in online courses taught by world-class faculty. Tailor coursework to your goals in electives that explore generative AI, big data analytics in supply chains, marketing analytics, and more.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
Yes
Master's

Business Analytics (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Master of Science in Business Analytics program teaches students how to extract insights from data and apply those results in real business settings. Designed as a full-time program, students graduate with both data science and artificial intelligence skills as well as the business acumen to be leaders in an increasingly data-driven world.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required, but preferred
STEM Designated
Yes
Master's

Business Taxation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Minnesota Carlson’s Master of Business Taxation is one of the top graduate tax programs in the nation. This fully online program, led by world-class faculty, creates a career-shaping experience for students in the tax field.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Full-time and part-time options
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Master's

Finance (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Master of Science in Finance program, available in 10 or 16-month options, equips future leaders with advanced financial tools and skills. You'll learn to interpret complex financial information and gain the expertise needed to excel in diverse finance careers, all tailored to your preferred pace of study.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required, but preferred
STEM Designated
Yes
Master's

Human Resources (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Master of Human Resources and Industrial Relations Program is widely considered to be one of the top programs of its kind in the nation. Taught by world-renowned faculty, the curriculum gives students a thorough understanding of contemporary HR practices and the underlying theories that are necessary for successful careers in the field.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Master's

Marketing (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Master of Marketing program, completed in just nine months, prepares you for an exciting career in creating experiences, influencing people, and analyzing trends. Through hands-on experiential learning in the Brands Enterprise, you'll gain the skills to make a meaningful impact in the ever-evolving marketing landscape.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Master's

Supply Chain Management (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The one-year Master of Science in Supply Chain Management cohort program is crafted for working professionals seeking to transition or accelerate their careers in supply chain management. This program includes two in-person courses per semester and one condensed or online course.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
3 years
STEM Designated
Yes
Graduate Certificate

Business Analytics Graduate Certificate (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Advance your career with the skills to extract insights through creative data analysis and gain foundational knowledge for data pre-processing, handling missing data, database modeling, and more.  

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
0 Years
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Closely-Held Business Taxation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Gain foundational knowledge to become an expert in closely-held business taxation. Delve into topics such as partnership taxation, property transactions, subchapter S Corporations, and more.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Corporate Financial Management (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Build a foundation in financial reporting, management, and applied decision-making, including raising and employing capital. You’ll also develop an understanding of financial markets and securities.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Entrepreneurship & Innovation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Gain an understanding of the full innovation journey from idea generation and opportunity identification to business planning, funding, product development, and managing growth. Learn fundamental principles to achieve and sustain success.

Delivery
Hybrid (in person and online)
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

High-Net Worth Individual Taxation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Become specialized in tax planning for high-net worth individuals. You’ll gain knowledge and skills in wealth transfer, income taxation of trusts and estates, property transactions, and more.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

International Taxation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Develop the knowledge and skills needed to become an expert in international taxation. You’ll gain an understanding of federal income tax rules, the tax consequences of transactions with foreign organizations, and more.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Leadership for Managers (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Grow key leadership skills including managing change and teams, leading others, negotiation strategies, cooperation, conflict, power, and more.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Medical Industry (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Gain an understanding of the business of healthcare, from medical technology evaluation to market research and analysis.

Delivery
Hybrid (in person and online)
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Strategic Management (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Learn key management principles to implement business plans and allocate resources and achieve organizational goals in an increasingly digitized and globalized world.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Strategic Marketing (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Learn foundational marketing concepts, develop a framework for strategic marketing planning, and gain skills to formulate and execute a marketing plan.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Supply Chain Management for the Medical & Health Sector (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Develop the knowledge and expertise needed to design and sustain responsible and resilient supply chains for the health and medical industry.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Sustainable Environmental, Social, and Governance Leadership (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Examine supply chain management, change leadership, and other topics through an ESG lens. You can also choose electives to tailor your education to your goals.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Tax Executives (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Gain credentials to work in the tax department of large corporations. You’ll learn skills in corporate tax, state and local taxation, ASC 740 computation and analysis, and more.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Graduate Certificate

Taxation (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Build foundational knowledge in federal income tax rules and the tax consequences of partnerships. Plus, enhance your skills in tax research and communication.

Delivery
Online
Schedule
Part-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
PhD

PhD in Business Administration (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

The Carlson PhD in Business Administration is a research-based program designed to train students to contribute to scientific discovery in one of seven concentrations. Our program emphasizes engaged scholarship in which our students consider ways to both advance science and inform important applied and societal questions.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Applied Economics (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Prepare to lead and develop the ability to extract insights related to business, environmental and resource economics, food systems, and development and trade.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Doctor of Pharma (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Become a leader in pharmaceutics with a solid foundation in both pharmacy and business management.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Human Resources & Industrial Relations (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Build a solid foundation in managerial practices and a thorough understanding of contemporary human resource (HR) practices to lead in business and HR.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
2 years
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Juris Doctor (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Develop specialized expertise to become a business leader with a solid legal foundation or a lawyer knowledgeable in business management.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Master of Healthcare Administration (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Poise yourself to become a leader in healthcare settings with a solid foundation in business management.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Master of Public Policy (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Develop political acuity and business management skills to solve problems at the intersection of business, government, and the public sector.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MBA & Medical Doctor (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Enhance your medical knowledge with strategic business management and decision-making skills.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
No
Dual-Degree

MS in Business Analytics & Master of Human Resources & Industrial Relations (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Graduates of Minnesota Carlson's Dual MS in Business Analytics and Master of Human Resources & Industrial Relations degree program are equipped with sought-after human resources and analytics skills, thanks to the integration of two highly-regarded graduate programs.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
Yes
Dual-Degree

MS in Finance & MS in Business Analytics (this link opens in a new browser window or tab)

Combining the strengths of two top-ranked Carlson graduate programs while developing advanced knowledge and skills in both finance and data analytics.

Delivery
In person
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Work Experience
No work experience required
STEM Designated
Yes