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At a Glance

  • College

    Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce

  • Degree

    Master of Business Administration

  • Campus

    East Falls, Center City

  • Format

    On Campus

  • Credits

    30 - 46

  • Duration

    12 - 24 Months

  • Enrollment Options

    Full Time, Part Time

Program Overview

Thomas Jefferson University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program sets students up for success. Our MBA program offers an innovative approach to business education that is designed to prepare graduate students for business leadership roles. We embrace diversity by welcoming students from all backgrounds and disciplines to collaborate and problem-solve in diverse teams. Our unique curriculum is rooted in design thinking, and emphasizes discovery, empathy, and experimentation. Students are challenged to develop fresh, creative, and viable solutions to complex business problems, leveraging the varied perspectives and experiences of their peers. 

Why Choose Jefferson for your MBA?

  • Earn a globally recognized degree
  • Develop innovative thinking to respond aptly in complex and ambiguous environments
  • Sharpen leadership, communication, teamwork, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
  • Expand your professional network with networking events, speaker series, and company visits
  • Secure well-paying jobs in top firms within a wide range of industries

Program Highlights

  • Small class sizes
  • Suitable for students from any background or discipline
  • Learn from accomplished faculty with advanced degrees and real-world experience
  • Optional 7-day global business immersion trip
  • Flexible and convenient: students have the option to complete their degree in 12 months (full- time) or 18-24 months (part- time)
  • 11 specializations, including many interdisciplinary specializations and “create your own” custom specialization
  • STEM designated

MBA On-Campus Program is STEM Eligible

STEM eligibility allows international students on an F-1 student status to apply for an additional two years of work authorization after an initial 12-month period of Post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the United States if they meet the required criteria.

For more information about OPT and F-1 student status, please visit Jefferson Office of International Services website.


MBA Concentration Options

Heralded by The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company and Wired Magazine as the type of degree that top firms are seeking, the Jefferson MBA can teach you to become a leader and entrepreneurial thinker. Take advantage of flexible scheduling, study abroad opportunities and merit-based scholarships as you advance your career

Concentrations

  • Accounting (CPA Preparation)
  • Biopharmaceutical Commercialization
  • Cannabis Business
  • Fashion Business
  • Finance (CFA Preparation)
  • Health Analytics
  • Health Communication Design
  • Leadership
  • Marketing
  • Real Estate Development

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Email: enroll@jefferson.edu
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  • 215-951-2800
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