The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

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Overview

A Wharton MBA is something you do. You fully engage in the challenges of today's global business with analytical, rigorous thinking – and gain the tools to solve the most vital problems facing business today. You learn how to make decisions backed ... Read more

Student/Alumni Profile

When you surround yourself with a talented group of diverse peers, you will be amazed by what you can accomplish. The Wharton community is distinctively collaborative, engaged, and connected. Wharton's cohort system, learning teams, and student activ ... Read more

Programme Type

Full Time, Executive
MBA Only, MBA + JD, MBA + MD, MBA + MA, MBA + MSEng

Specialisation by Function

Accountancy, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Management, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Information Management, International Management / Business, Marketing, Operations Management, Public Administration, Risk Management, Strategic Management

Specialisation by Industry

Banking / Financial Services, Consulting, Venture Capital & Private Equity

Course Languages

English

Student Profile

% Female Students 40%
% International 37%
Avg. Work Exp. 5 years
Avg. Student's Age 27
Avg. GMAT 720

Programme Profile

Accreditations AACSB
Start Dates August
Avg. Programme Duration 21 months
Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) USD 81100
Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics Yes
Teaching Methodology More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based

Scholarship / Financial Aid

School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid Yes

Admission Requirements

Application deadline January, March, October
Min. Gmat N/A
Min Toefl (Paper) N/A
Min Toefl (Computer) N/A
Accept IELTS No
Essay Req. Yes
Interview Req. Yes
References Req. Yes
Resume / C.V. Yes
Undergrad or equivalent degree Yes
Official Transcripts Yes
Completed Application Form Yes
Application Fee USD 250

Student Profile

% Female Students 10%
% International 17%
Avg. Work Exp. 10 years
Avg. Student's Age 34
Avg. GMAT 700

Programme Profile

Accreditations AACSB
Established Date 1975
Start Dates May
Avg. Programme Duration 24 months
Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) USD 156,600
Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics Yes
Teaching Methodology More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based

Scholarship / Financial Aid

School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid Yes

Admission Requirements

Application deadline February
Min. Gmat N/A
Min Toefl (Paper) N/A
Min Toefl (Computer) N/A
Accept IELTS Yes
Essay Req. Yes
Interview Req. Yes
References Req. Yes
Resume / C.V. Yes
Undergrad or equivalent degree Yes
Official Transcripts Yes
Completed Application Form Yes
Application Fee USD 180

Overview

A Wharton MBA is something you do. You fully engage in the challenges of today's global business with analytical, rigorous thinking – and gain the tools to solve the most vital problems facing business today. You learn how to make decisions backed up by data and sound reasoning, considering all the dimensions and stakeholders of a business problem.

Our 250+ faculty members are among the most cited and one of the most published in the world, bringing real-world, real-time knowledge to the classroom. With more courses, academic areas, and interdisciplinary programs than at any other business school, Wharton has unmatched scope and scale so that you can pursue your individual interests.

Additionally, here are countless opportunities to lead, grow, and challenge yourself, starting in your classes and learning teams, then continuing into 110+ student clubs and conferences, countless volunteer initiatives, interactions with global business leaders, and all the opportunities of Philadelphia and the Washington/New York/Boston region.

Student profile

When you surround yourself with a talented group of diverse peers, you will be amazed by what you can accomplish. The Wharton community is distinctively collaborative, engaged, and connected. Wharton's cohort system, learning teams, and student activities help you create your own close networks and friendships within the larger school. Wherever you’re from — 40% of our students are international, representing 74 countries — whatever your background, Wharton’s scale and scope means you will find students who share your interests and those who introduce you to new ones. Follow your passion, give back, extend your experience, and transform yourself in the process.