Goizueta Business School’s Full-Time MBA Class of 2024 continues to shine in the competitive job market, bringing top offers from top employers across diverse industries and functions, and driving the highest median salaries in the school’s history according to the 2024 Full-time MBA Employment Report.
The jump in both median base salary and median base salary plus signing bonus for the class of 2024 was impressive. For last year’s graduates, the median base salary rose to $175,000, with signing bonuses raising the median total compensation to $205,000, which is the highest median compensation in the school’s history. Notably, this class saw an impressive 175% increase in mean salary upon graduation compared to mean salary at the outset of the program.
“We are incredibly proud of the exceptional career success our MBA students have achieved once again this year,” says Brian Mitchell, associate dean of full-time MBA programs. “Their ability to secure some of the most coveted roles in dynamic and fast-growing sectors speaks volumes about the caliber of our highly engaged students, our remarkable faculty, and the dedication of our outstanding career services professionals. Even in a challenging year, these achievements highlight the value of Goizueta’s rigorous curriculum, expansive professional network, and the wealth of student-centered resources available to support our students.”
Diverse Career Paths Across Industries
Graduates from the Class of 2024 secured roles across a variety of functions, underscoring the program’s versatility in preparing graduates for success across industries. Employment by function includes:
- + 43% Consulting
- + 24% Finance
- + 14% Marketing/Sales
- + 13% General Management
Other fields, such as analytics, information technology, and real estate, also attracted Goizueta talent.
A Strong Network Drives Success
Goizueta’s collaborative culture and robust support systems continue to play a pivotal role in student success. Notably, 76% of accepted offers came from school-facilitated sources. The program’s continued success in facilitating internship and full-time employment offers reflects its dedication to providing resources and connections that empower students to secure meaningful roles aligned with their goals.
Mitchell is not alone in holding the Class of 2024 in high esteem. Maureen Manion-Leone, associate dean and executive director of the Graduate Career Management Center, shares her pride in the outgoing class.
“Our Goizueta students have demonstrated remarkable resiliency in the 2024 job market, securing diverse roles in various sectors,” says Manion-Leone. “We are pleased that job offers were strong for our students at the 3-month mark and jumped considerably at the 6-month mark. They have exhibited resilience in the face of market challenges, finding opportunities that align with their career goals. We are excited to interact with them as our newest alumni.”
Top Employers Recruiting Goizueta Talent
This year’s hiring companies represent a mix of global giants and industry leaders, including:
- + Amazon
- + American Express
- + Bain & Company
- + Bank of America
- + Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
- + Deloitte Consulting
- + Delta Air Lines
- + EY Consulting
- + JPMorgan Chase & Co
- + Lowe’s Companies
- + Microsoft Corporation
- + Morgan Stanley
- + PepsiCo
- + PwC
- + The Home Depot
- + TikTok
- + UPS
- + Walmart
These companies underscore the high caliber of Goizueta graduates and the value they bring to organizations worldwide.
