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Embark on a rigorous curriculum to build critical business skills with a focus on strategy and leadership for the experienced professional in Carlson School's Executive MBA program.

FORMAT
In-Person or Synchronously online

GMAT/GRE
Not required

START DATE
September

DURATION
2 years

START DATE
September

FORMAT
In-Person or Synchronously online

DURATION
2 years

GMAT/GRE
Not required

Designed to advance your career

With your cohort, master best practices and cutting-edge theories from globally renowned faculty in-person or synchronously online. Examine complex management challenges with a global focus, and bring your learning together on a nine-day study abroad experience with Global Executive MBA students from Austria and China.

#10

best U.S. public university Executive MBA program, Poets & Quants (2022)

Knowledge to create business value

The Carlson MS in Finance prepares students to turn complex financial information into business value. 

  • #16 Master in Finance in the United States, 
    QS World University Ranking (2022)

  • 100% of 2019 and 2020 grads received job offers within 180 days of graduation

  • 10 or 16 months to complete
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"The community is what I enjoyed most about Carlson. This community has welcomed me with open arms, supported me personally and professionally, and I have created lifelong friendships along the way."

- Joe Braman, '16 MBA, Branch Vice President, Coldwell Banker Realty

20%

average salary increase from start to finish of Executive MBA program


30%

of EMBA graduates received a promotion within one year

Rigorous. Immersive. Global.

The Carlson School advantage

1:1 faculty support

Real-world client experience

Global perspective via an international experience

International network of esteemed alumni

Lifetime career support & coaching

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. 

EXECUTIVE MBA

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Seize what's next. Apply today.

Start your application early and give yourself the best chance to join the Carlson School of Management.

Application Deadlines:

  • December 31 - priority deadline
  • May 15
  • July 15 - final deadline
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#10
best U.S. public university Executive MBA program, Poets & Quants (2022)


20%
average salary increase from start to finish of Executive MBA program



30%
of EMBA graduates received a promotion within one year