Is getting an MBA hard?

An MBA is certainly not an easy degree since it requires extensive time commitment both inside the classroom listening to lectures and engaging with discussions and outside the classroom with studying and networking. Graduation rates are typically very high. For example, at the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor (Ross), the rate is 99% for its part-time MBA program.

What does an MBA degree do?

An MBA degree trains you with the in-demand skills to succeed as a business leader through coursework in finance, marketing, communications, and leadership. It also helps you build a professional network.

Do I need an MBA to be a CEO?

No, you do not need an MBA to be a CEO. In fact, over half of all Fortune 1000 CEOs do not have an MBA. Those CEOs with the degree most commonly attended Harvard Business School, Northwestern University (Kellogg), and the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton).

Is an MBA a high-paying degree?

Yes, those with MBAs tend to have high salaries. While the median starting salary for MBA graduates is about $125,000, it is certainly possible to land a position with a salary over $200,000.

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WHAT IS AN MBA? EVERYTHING APPLICANTS NEED TO KNOW

What is an MBA? Everything applicants need to know