MBA Programs
The Carlson MBA offers access to award-winning faculty and an international network of esteemed alumni, opportunities for global exploration and hands-on projects with real clients, lifelong connections to a diverse and supportive community of peers, and so much more.
Find the right MBA for you
At Carlson School of Management, we offer a comprehensive range of MBA programs tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether you're seeking a full-time, part-time, or online option, our diverse portfolio of MBA programs provides you with the flexibility and resources to advance your career and achieve your goals.
Full-Time MBA
A fully immersive two-year program for working professionals and aspiring career changers who have an average four years’ work experience. A traditional-format approach, with classes held throughout the day and week. Work on high-profile projects for leading companies through an Enterprise Program.
Management Science MBA
New 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.
Part-Time MBA
The Carlson Part-Time MBA program welcomes learners who are more than students: they’re employees, spouses, parents, and community leaders. Join the hundreds of professionals who balance their MBA with their demanding lifestyle, and apply now.
Online MBA
With the Carlson Online MBA Program, you’re in control of your education — no matter where you are or where your career is headed. Apply lessons from your coursework to your day job while boasting your earning potential, broadening your business knowledge and skill set, and opening new professional doors.
Executive MBA
An intensive program to groom experienced professionals for more challenging executive roles. Professionals with an average of 14 years’ experience develop a self-directed leadership development plan covering seven dimensions of executive leadership growth. The 20-month program takes place on alternating weekends.
A Carlson MBA will broaden your skillset, expand your network, increase your earning potential, and help you advance.
Global MBAs
The Carlson School Global MBA programs are for professionals in China, Vienna, and virtually across the globe. Take that next step in your career in these top-ranked programs taught by internationally renowned faculty members.
The MIMBA program is designed to equip experienced professionals with the knowledge and practical skills related to the management of the medical industry. It serves experienced individuals who are current and aspiring managers in the medical industry of China. Classes take place primarily in Shanghai.
The exclusively online program is facilitated with high-quality teaching tools and support, making it accessible and flexible to students from all over the world. The program develops professionals from across the globe for leadership positions in functional areas of the medical industry.
Dual Degrees
MBA Dual Degrees
Set yourself apart in a competitive marketplace by honing your skills in one of the Carlson School's MBA dual degree programs.
Graduate Minor
Business Management Minor
The Business Management Minor (BMM) is a free-standing graduate minor available to masters and doctoral students at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. A minimum of 8 credits (Masters students) or 12 credits (PhD students) must be completed in order for the minor to be awarded.