University of Minnesota's Carlson School Of Management Online MBA

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Intake Dates: Fall and Spring

About the Program

About the Program:
It is obvious that in today’s world, the traditional learning model of classroom instruction and long-term residencies on campus do not fit into everyone’s hectic schedule. On the other hand, it is now more important than ever to specialize your skill sets, knowledge, and educational accomplishments to stay competitive in the workforce. So for those trying to stay at the top of their game while balancing work, families, and other demands, their answer will be found in the University of Minnesota-Carlson School of Management’s Online MBA program. The Carlson School’s online program provides top-notch education delivered to you wherever you are and tailored to your schedule.

With several different ways to take your coursework, you’ll have the ability to customize the program to meet your individual career needs. Students start the Online MBA program with a recommended sequence of core courses, followed by elective course offerings tailored to help you broaden your skill set in the areas of business that are important to you.

From the School

The Carlson Advantage:
The Carlson School Online MBA program can be completed in as little as two years. And throughout that time, you will never be alone. From career services and world-class faculty to engaged peers and a vast community of alumni, the Online MBA program places you in the midst of tremendous networking opportunities. It is safe to say that joining the Carlson School community through the Online MBA program will leave you with not only a world-class education to assist you in your career, but also an unparalleled level of support and resources for your professional journey.

Your Academic Experience:
The Carlson School online MBA isn’t an isolated experience. Specially designed on-campus experiences will deeply connect you to the school. You will experience an immersive orientation at the start of the program where you’ll be given essential tools and resources for academic success. Further, the school offers global enrichment programs that provide you with hands-on learning opportunities in the international business community. You will be exposed to diverse perspectives, economies, cultures, and business practices from around the world. Simply put, there are a multitude of opportunities available for you to experience at the Carlson School.

Student Resources:
There is no shortage of academic and career resources available to online MBA students. Case in point: the Graduate Business Career Center (GBCC). The GBCC is dedicated to preparing MBA students for successful job services and connecting students to top companies around the world. Services provided by the center include career counseling, career tests, mock interviews, and job search tools. Further, students gain access and information to networking events and career fairs, along with coaching on negotiation strategies and resume reviews. All of this is done with the intention of helping students get a jump-start on their careers or assisting them take their next step wherever they are in their professional journey. It is essential in this job market to have that extra competitive edge in interviewing for jobs, and that is just what the GBCC provides.

Specific to the Online MBA program, students gain access to academic advising, registration support, and one-on-one career coaching. The Carlson School strives to ensure you’ll feel supported at every step in your educational and professional journey.

Diversity and Inclusion:
The Carlson School is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive community that encourages all members to reach their full potential through learning, working, and service. We envision a school community where all individuals embrace and advance the framework, beliefs, and principles inherent in the value for equity and diversity. We believe this work is at the center of everything that we do.

At the Carlson School, the mission behind our diversity and inclusion work is to support the recruitment of a highly diverse student body, to support the academic success of students from historically underrepresented and non-traditional backgrounds, and to advance diversity and intercultural competencies as essential aspects of intellectual growth and human development for all students.

Connect to a Business Community:
One inarguable benefit of an MBA program is gaining access to a network of like-minded professionals. The Carlson School’s well-established MBA program has built up a powerful network of more than 53,000 alumni. By completing your degree, you’ll join the ranks of Carlson MBAs who hold senior leadership positions at major companies such as Amazon, Google, Starbucks, Target, and U.S. Bank. Professionally, Carlson students come from virtually every area of the business world,representing more than 36 different industries and hundreds of employers. As an Online MBA student, you will be placed in a dedicated cohort of fellow students who progress through the curriculum together and forge connections with one another. In this program, you can enjoy the benefits of face-to-face student community virtually and through regular live programming offered by Carlson’s MBA program staff.