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The Carlson School of Management shares a commitment to imagination, engagement, and ambition. Our approach connects students to unique experiential learning opportunities, dynamic international education programs, and a vibrant network of businesses throughout the state and beyond.
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MBA Programs
- Full-Time MBA: 2 years, in-person, small cohort, #13 among public universities (US News, 2026)
- Professional MBA: Flexible pace, evening/online mix, working professionals
- Executive MBA: 20 months, weekend format, ranked #7 among U.S. public universities (US News, 2026)
Master of Accountancy
- 12–16 months full-time or 2–2.5 years part-time
- STEM-designated program
- Meets CPA exam 150-credit requirement
MS in Business Analytics & AI
- 12-month, in-person, cohort model
- STEM-designated + artificial intelligence and machine learning focus
- Ranked #7 among U.S. public universities (QS 2027)
MS in Finance
- 10 or 16 months, in-person
- STEM-designated, four specialization tracks
- Ranked #10 among U.S. public universities (QS 2027)
Master of Human Resources & Industrial Relations
- Full-time, in-person
- SHRM-aligned curriculum, top HR program
- 75+ year reputation, strong job placement
Master of Marketing
- 9-month, in-person program
- Brand Enterprise for hands-on client work
- Ranked #2 among U.S. public universities (QS 2027)
MS in Supply Chain Management
- 12-month, STEM-designated
- Requires 3+ years work experience
- Ranked #6 among U.S. public universities (QS 2027)
Reimagine where your career can go.
At Minnesota Carlson, your graduate education goes far beyond lectures. You'll solve real business challenges inside one of the country's biggest business ecosystems, and build a network that keeps working for you long after graduation.
Minnesota Carlson Excels Where It Matters Most
"While researching universities, I mainly focused on four key areas including ranking of the university, alumni feedback, curriculum, and job placement.
Minnesota Carlson stood out in all areas."
Hamza Hamayun, '24 Master of Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence
Career Outcomes
Carlson graduates are sought after across various industries.
- Full-Time MBA: 86% of graduates received job offers within 3 months of graduation (3-year average)
- MS in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence: Graduates earn an average salary of $103,051 (3-year average)
- MS in Supply Chain Management: 38% average increase in salary from program start to four months post-grad1
Hear it from our graduates.
Built for the way you'll work.
Your program comes to life in the newly transformed Marilyn C. Nelson Hall, with facilities designed for real-world innovation, collaboration and cross-industry networking.
Dedicated experiential learning hubs
Step directly into client consulting and data analysis through the new Glaser Family Experiential Learning Suite (home to our Enterprise Programs) and the Srilata Zaheer Experiential Learning Lab (housing the Carlson Analytics Lab).
Expanded student spaces
Benefit from a 166% increase in common space and 30 updated or newly created breakout study rooms. The revitalized Glenn & Kay Hasse Atrium serves as your central networking space, featuring one of the largest LED media walls in a U.S. academic building.
An inspiring legacy
Named in honor of former Carlson Companies CEO Marilyn Carlson Nelson, our flagship facility is one of the only business school buildings in the country named exclusively for a female industry leader. The landmark reflects Carlson’s commitment to empowering the next generation of business leaders..
