Full-Time Master of Business Administration
Full-Time MBA Built to Advance Your Career
Accelerate your career with a Master of Business Administration. Unlock new opportunities with specialized tracks, world-class faculty, and immersive, hands-on learning. Expand your network and collaborate with industry leaders on real-world projects that drive innovation. Join a dynamic community committed to helping you build leadership skills, make an impact, and find long-lasting success.
- 91% of graduates received job offers within 3 months of graduation (average over the past 3 years)
- #15 among public universities (U.S. News & World Report 2025)
- Top 10 Business School for Healthcare 2025 (FindMBA)
- STEM-designated MBA option available
- GMAT waiver available
2-Year MBA Leadership Program
The Carlson School’s full-time master's degree in business administration empowers future leaders. Experience a rigorous 64-credit curriculum where you tackle real-world business challenges through hands-on learning. Choose from cutting-edge options like the STEM-designated Management Science MBA, which blends business fundamentals with advanced analytics, or the Deferred Entry MBA that offers domestic students the opportunity to gain 2 years of work experience before beginning their MBA journey. Elevate your leadership skills, expand your expertise, and develop the strategic mindset needed to drive innovation and solve complex industry challenges.
Invest in Your Future with an MBA Program
A master of business administration is more than a degree—it’s a powerful investment in your future. Develop the expertise to increase your earning potential, grow your network, and accelerate your career. Take the next step toward success. Tuition for 2024-2025:
- Resident tuition: $45,600 per year
- Non-resident & international tuition: $59,040 per year
Merit-based scholarships are available.
MBA Courses & Curriculum
Essential Skills for Success
Master critical business competencies in finance, marketing, sales, and beyond to drive your career forward.
15 MBA Specializations to Match Your Ambitions
Customize your master's degree in business administration with specialized tracks that align with your passions and strengthen your expertise.
Hands-On Learning with Real-World Impact
Work alongside industry leaders on real business challenges, gaining applied experience that sets you apart.
2-Year MBA Leadership Program
The Carlson School’s full-time master's degree in business administration empowers future leaders. Experience a rigorous 64-credit curriculum where you tackle real-world business challenges through hands-on learning. Choose from cutting-edge options like the STEM-designated Management Science MBA, which blends business fundamentals with advanced analytics, or the Deferred Entry MBA that offers domestic students the opportunity to gain 2 years of work experience before beginning their MBA journey. Elevate your leadership skills, expand your expertise, and develop the strategic mindset needed to drive innovation and solve complex industry challenges.
Invest in Your Future with an MBA Program
A master of business administration is more than a degree—it’s a powerful investment in your future. Develop the expertise to increase your earning potential, grow your network, and accelerate your career. Take the next step toward success. Tuition for 2024-2025:
- Resident tuition: $45,600 per year
- Non-resident & international tuition: $59,040 per year
Merit-based scholarships are available.
MBA Courses & Curriculum
Essential Skills for Success
Master critical business competencies in finance, marketing, sales, and beyond to drive your career forward.
15 MBA Specializations to Match Your Ambitions
Customize your master's degree in business administration with specialized tracks that align with your passions and strengthen your expertise.
Hands-On Learning with Real-World Impact
Work alongside industry leaders on real business challenges, gaining applied experience that sets you apart.
Build Essential Skills in a Global Business Hub
A full-time MBA degree from the Carlson School of Management unlocks your leadership potential for today’s most in-demand fields.
Located in Minnesota’s vibrant business hub—home to Fortune 500 companies and a thriving entrepreneurial landscape—the Carlson School is the ideal environment to sharpen your skills and build lasting connections. Designed for ambitious professionals who want to make an impact, our MBA program offers comprehensive career support through the Carlson Business Career Center. From personalized 1:1 coaching to strategic guidance for exploring new career fields, we ensure you have the tools to excel in high-impact leadership roles globally.
Enterprise Programs: Bring Real Business Solutions to Real Clients
Take on real-world business challenges through our 4 dynamic Enterprise Programs:
Get hands-on experience in venture startups, investment fund management, brand strategy, and organizational transformation—equipping you with the skills to lead and innovate in any industry.
Learning Pathways That Make Business Sense
Forge your own path to success with 3 dynamic Master of Business Administration pathways:
- Traditional Full-Time MBA
- STEM-designated MBA
- Deferred Entry MBA
No matter which option you select, you can customize your experience with specializations tailored to your passion and career goals. For instance, our healthcare specialization is ideal for those pursuing med-tech careers, while the STEM-designated MBA pathway strengthens your quantitative skills. Whether you aspire to lead in business, drive technological innovation, or transform healthcare, our MBA program empowers you to create your own success story.
Build an Expansive Network Beyond the Classroom
At the Carlson School, every moment is an opportunity to build relationships that reach well beyond traditional learning. With small class sizes, strong alumni connections, and exclusive industry partnerships, you’ll build meaningful relationships with classmates, faculty, and top business leaders. Engage in career treks, mentorship programs, and hands-on projects with leading companies to grow a network that supports your career long after graduation.
The Full-Time MBA program equipped me with everything I needed, enabling me to succeed during [an] internship, which eventually led to a full-time offer, even without prior corporate experience.
The Carlson School gave me the opportunity to step outside my comfort zone, try something new, and succeed. I was able to discover and explore what I would be doing in the future. I feel both the personal and professional network I’ve built and the chances that I took here set me up to be successful in the future.
Each person has their own experience and journey going through the MBA program. People come in for different reasons and with different goals. But whatever you’re looking for, the Carlson School has something to meet your needs and help you become the best version of yourself.
What It’s Like to Be a Master of Business Administration Student
Step into the MBA student experience at UMN, where intimate class sizes cultivate strong connections with faculty, peers, advisors, and industry leaders. Gain practical experience through dynamic collaborations with top companies, turning classroom insights into real-world impact.
Take the Next Step Toward a Rewarding Business Administration Career
Unlock your potential in the fast-growing business leadership field with a master's degree in business administration.
