The 2020 Top Business Schools in Pennsylvania
If you are searching for the top 2020 Business Schools in Pennsylvania, look no further. MetroMBA has provided a list of the best graduate business programs that prospective applicants should consider. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh offer diverse industry opportunities for someone attempting to re-locate, researching, or expanding their career opportunities. Additionally, you can utilize the MetroMBA Program Search Tool if you are looking to compare these schools and programs side-by-side. The tool allows you to sort by categories that include tuition and GMAT/GRE requirement.
University of Pennsylvania – Wharton School of Business
The Wharton full-time MBA is one of the most prestigious MBA programs globally, consistently ranking in the top 3 per major publications. The campus is located in Philadelphia, with the opportunity to study for one semester in San Francisco by an application. The program takes roughly 20 months to complete, including a 3.5-month internship, which is recommended by Wharton. Students have the choice of 18 majors, with approximately 40% of students completing their degree with two majors. Upon graduation, students earn a starting salary range between $130,000 to $165,000 per year. In addition, Wharton MBA’s have an average signing bonus of $30,000, making this one of the most lucrative post-MBA compensations for graduates.
All MBA programs at the Wharton School of Business:
Carnegie Mellon University – Tepper School of Business
The Tepper School of Business is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They offer three MBA programs including the Full-Time MBA, the Part-Time Hybrid MBA, and the Part-Time Flex MBA. The Tepper Full-Time MBA recently became a STEM-designated program, which provides students the ability to lead at the intersection of business and technology. The full-time MBA at Tepper consistently ranks among the top 20-25 MBA programs according to major publications. Full-Time MBA graduates earn an average starting salary of over $126,000 according to the class of 2019, with 94% of their class securing job offers within three months of graduation.
The Part-Time Hybrid MBA is ranked as a top 5 online MBA program according to U.S. News. Additionally, this program is also STEM-designated, offering students a unique online convenience of learning from anywhere, coupled with in-person experiences. This program focuses on an unmatched emphasis on analytics, leadership development and strategic decision-making, designed to prepare students for a long and successful career as an agile leader in a world driven by innovation and technological advancements.
All MBA programs at the Tepper School of Business:
Full-Time MBA, Part-Time Online Hybrid MBA, Part-Time Flex MBA
The Penn State University – Smeal College of Business
The Penn State Smeal MBA ranks among the top 20 public MBA programs in the nation according to various news outlets including Bloomberg Businessweek, The Economist, Financial Times, Forbes, and US News & World Report. In addition, the Smeal College of Business also offers an Executive MBA located in the heart of Philadelphia, which only takes 17 months to complete. The Penn State Smeal EMBA is the highest-ranked Philadelphia-area program and one of the top programs in the Mid-Atlantic according to the latest assessment from The Economist. The Full-Time Residential program is located in State College, Pennsylvania also ranking among the best in the world according to the latest assessment from The Economist. Average starting salaries for the class of 2019 received $109,000 in compensation, making the Smeal College of Business a top 6 program for pre-MBA salary increase.
All Programs at the Penn State University – Smeal College of Business:
Full-Time Residential Program, Executive MBA in Philadelphia, Penn State Online MBA
University of Pittsburgh – Katz School of Business
The Katz School of Business is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The school is known for providing a strong, wide-based foundation in business fundamentals and empower students to tailor a program that builds on their unique strengths and goals. The Katz School of Business was ranked #1 in “Years to Payback” an MBA Investment among All U.S. Universities according to Forbes Best Business Schools Ranking in 2019. Additionally, they also received the #3 ranking in Corporate Social Responsibility among All U.S. Universities according to the Financial Times MBA Ranking in 2020. The Katz School of Business offers a wide-range of MBA programs including the One-Year MBA, the Two-Year MBA, the Professional MBA, the Jount & Dual Degree MBA and the MBA with Business Analytics.
All MBA Programs at the Katz School of Business:
One-Year MBA, Two-Year MBA, Professional MBA, Joint & Dual Degree MBA, MBA with Business Analytics, Executive MBA
Lehigh University – College of Business and Economics
The Lehigh University College of Business and Economics is located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. It is roughly one hour from Philadelphia and 90 minutes from New York City. This makes Lehigh an ideal destination for prospective students. Lehigh is best known for its online FLEX MBA, which is ranked as a top 20 online MBA according to US News & World Report in 2020. The Flex MBA is ideal for those who want to earn their degree part-time. Both on-campus and online options are available.
All MBA Programs at the Katz School of Business:
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New STEM Concentration in Business Analytics Introduced at Lehigh
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The Lehigh University College of Business and Economics recently announced a brand new addition to its One Year MBA (1-MBA) program, with a STEM concentration in business analytics.
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Lehigh moved into Poets&Quants‘ top 5 online MBA programs in 2019. Up one spot from 2018, Lehigh ranks No. 5 out of 35 programs in the country.
In the news website Poets&Quants‘ second annual ranking of online MBA programs, other graduate schools and recent graduates from the past two years were surveyed. Rankings are based on three key aspects: the quality of the incoming student, an assessment by graduates of their MBA experience, both the academic and the extracurricular activities, and the career outcomes of the programs’ graduates.
Graduates surveyed answered questions regarding consulting projects and international immersions and whether their career goals were met for entering the program.
The Lehigh FLEX MBA Program provides the flexibility to fit professional and personal needs in an academically rigorous environment, with an unparalleled peer group. Students can attend classes in person or live online, or bridge both modes.
For the Spring 2019 entering class, apply by Dec. 1 for admission.
To learn more about the synchronous Lehigh FLEX MBA online program, visit https://cbe.lehigh.edu/academics/graduate/flex-mba or contact the college at business@lehigh.edu.
To learn more about the Lehigh University College of Business and Economics Online MBA, you can visit the official Lehigh University College of Business and Economics website.
The Five Most Valuable Online MBAs
Choosing an online MBA program isn’t easy. Not only do you need to look at rankings, but you also have to look at what the program offers and how affordable it is. After all, the goal of an online MBA is a great return on investment. So, how do you find the most valuable Online MBA programs?
We’ve searched through the U.S. News and World Report on the “Best Online MBA Programs” to find which ones can give you the best experience at the best cost.
The programs on this list rank in the top 25 “Best Online MBA Programs,” and cost under $1,400 per credit.
The Five Most Valuable Online MBA Programs
Indiana University
Tied for first as the best online MBA program in the country, Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business is also affordable.
The Kelley Direct Online program offers the ultimate in flexibility. Students can take between two to four years to graduate and tailor their classwork to their goals. Online MBA students will cover such topics as business law and ethics, economics, marketing, finance, operations, information technology, and project management. They’ll also have the opportunity to study abroad in one of Kelley’s global hubs located in Botswana, Brazil, China, India, Myanmar, South Africa, and Cuba.
- Cost: $1,330 Per Credit (out-of-state)
- Ranking: #2
Arizona State University
Ranked as the 5th best online MBA program in the U.S., Arizona State University’s W.P Carey School of Business won’t break the bank either.
The Online MBA at ASU is designed to work with students no matter where they live. The program is incredibly flexible with just five weeks per class and 17 total classes. Interested students can expect to take classes covering a range of topics including strategic management and global thinking. Classes start in either January or August with students taking the same curriculum taught by the same faculty as the full-time and part-time programs.
- Cost: $1,216 Per Credit (out-of-state)
- Ranking: #5
University of Florida
Ranked at 6th overall, the University of Florida Hough Graduate School of Business also offers an affordable online MBA program.
The UF Online MBA offers the ideal balance of work, life, and school commitments. Students can graduate in just 24 months without visiting campus, with courses taught by the full-time MBA faculty. Students cover the same topics as their full-time brethren with courses on financial accounting, economics, and more. There is also an optional Global Immersion Experience opportunity.
- Cost: $1,255 Per Credit (out-of-state)
- Ranking: #6
Lehigh University
Ranked at 19th on the U.S. News and World Report list, the online MBA at the Lehigh University’s College of Business and Economics is incredibly affordable.
The Online Flex MBA at Lehigh University is AACSB accredited and places high emphasis on maintaining excellence. Students can complete the program in as little as 16 months while taking classes on a variety of topics including managing financial and physical resources, corporate entrepreneurship, international business, and marketing. Students can also choose to pursue a concentration in one of six fields including: corporate entrepreneurship, finance, international business, marketing, project management, and supply chain management.
- Cost: $1,075 Per Credit (out-of-state)
- Ranking: #19
University of Delaware
The University of Delaware’s Lerner College offers the most affordable online MBA on our list while still ranking in the top 25.
Last but certainly not least, the Lerner Online MBA is designed to provide students with the decision-making skills and analytical tools to succeed. The program is entirely online with a customizable curriculum that can be completed in as little as 16 months. In addition, students can choose between five concentrations including business analytics, finance, healthcare, strategic leadership, and international business. Each course is seven weeks long and taught by a Ph.D.-qualified faculty member.
- Cost: $812 Per Credit (out-of-state)
- Ranking: #22
Runner’s Up
- University of Texas at Dallas: The Naveen Jindal School of Management’s Online MBA program is ranked #6 in the nation and costs $1,402 per credit (out-of-state).
- Hofstra University: The Zarb School of Business Online MBA ranks 36th on the list and costs just $1,596 per credit (out-of-state).
- Syracuse University: Ranked 42nd, the Syracuse University Online MBA costs just $1,500 per credit.
Lehigh Business and Engineering Students Foster Eye Care Breakthrough
A group of students in the Lehigh University Integrated Business and Engineering (IBE) program’s class of 2018 may have devised a method of detecting glaucoma that could help those in countries with fewer eye care resources. Though still in its early stages (it has yet to receive adequate funding and FDA approval), the Virtual Reality Visual Field Analyzer.
Seven IBE students (Alli Rubin, Bryce Macomber, David Morency, Winston La, Zhuojie Ji, Sam Presti, and John St. Pierre) collaborated with ophthalmologist Avani Shah, M.D. to perfect their method, relying heavily on the resources in Lehigh’s virtual reality labs. Their goal was to make glaucoma testing more convenient and cost-effective for patients with limited access to medical care. This is a significant undertaking, seeing as, according to Glaucoma.org, glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness around the world. In fact, in African Americans, it is the second most common cause of blindness. Over 120,000 people in America are currently blind from the disease. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent further vision loss, thus significantly improving a patient’s prognosis.
After a year of research an experimentation, the Lehigh students and Shah were able to develop a working prototype for an apparatus that could perform the same function as stationary visual field analyzers.
“What this project aims to do is to provide a solution that is both accurate and portable, but at a low cause, using virtual reality,” La said. The team had faith that the the diagnostic tool could be beneficial in developing countries and other under-served areas.
The IBE program is offered by the Lehigh College of Business and Economics and the P.C. Rossi College of Engineering and Applied Science. The program allows students to graduate with degrees in both integrated business and engineering.The tool the students developed was the result of their capstone design course.
You can read more about Lehigh’s eye care research here.
Finding the Best One Year MBAs in Philadelphia
Most applicants pursuing a one-year MBA generally know which industry or area of concentration they want to pursue. They are MBA candidates who want to advance their current careers, not switch them. Others chose the one year route because it can be difficult to leave two years of work and salary. If you’re a prospective MBA in the Philadelphia metro looking to make moves within your industry, we’ve outlined some of the best one year MBA options available. Continue reading…
