University of Pittsburgh’s Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business

The Katz MBA: What You Need To Know

The Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh School of Business creates passion for achieving excellence in business. They offer a signature 18-month MBA geared towards students exploring their path, and a one-year accelerated MBA geared towards students who want a career accelerator, as well as a joint & dual degree MBA, and an MBA with Business Analytics.

Pittsburgh has a strong business community and plenty of post-MBA career opportunities, with major companies such as PNC Financial Services Group, UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), Allegheny Technologies, and Kraft Heinz. Other industries include renewable energy, cybersecurity, biotech, and robotics.

“The emphasis on experiential learning is what drew me to Katz, and I’ve sought out as many such classes as possible. Whether it’s hands-on coding, innovation, communication practice, or real-world consulting, Katz integrates experiential learning throughout its curriculum.” – Claire Howard (MBA ’24)

Academics and Programs

Accelerated MBA

Tailored to provide a full-time student experience to professionals with significant work experience, this 12-month program offers students a quick return to their careers.

Signature MBA

Redesigned to offer the full-time MBA experience in only 18 months, allowing re-entry to the workforce four months sooner than a traditional two-year full-time MBA.

Part-time MBA

Working professionals choose on-campus, online, or a combination to set the pace that is right for them.

Joint MBA Degrees

These degrees, including those with STEM designation, provide those who desire the broad business knowledge of an MBA with a deep specialization in as little as 22 months. Options include: Law, Engineering, Health Administration, MD/MBA, International Development, Public and International Affairs, and Social Work.

MBA With Business Analytics

This STEM-designated degree meets the growing demand for data-driven decision-making.