Emory University’s Goizueta Business School has once again earned national recognition, climbing to 17th place in the latest Fortune ranking of full-time MBA programs. The school continues to excel in delivering exceptional educational experiences and career outcomes that set its graduates apart in today’s competitive marketplace.
Goizueta’s rise in the rankings is attributed to key factors like career success, brand reputation, and the leadership positions its alumni hold at top companies. In fact, the 2023 Full-Time MBA class reported one of the highest employment rates nationwide, with 96 percent of graduates securing full-time job offers within three months of graduation. This marks the ninth time in ten years that the school has maintained a job placement rate of 95 percent or higher.
Not only are Goizueta graduates quickly securing employment, but they are also achieving record-breaking salaries. The median salary for 2023 MBA graduates reached $163,000, with the figure climbing to $193,000 when factoring in signing bonuses. Moreover, 90 percent of these offers were a direct result of the school’s robust career services and network.
“We’re thrilled to see our graduates making an impact in business and society,” said Gareth James, John H. Harland Dean of Goizueta Business School. “Our commitment to nurturing principled, forward-thinking leaders and entrepreneurs is evident in these results. With a strong foundation in data and technology-driven innovation and a focus on growing a global presence fueled by local synergies, we are equipping industry with exceptional talent and empowering our students to achieve their fullest potential.”
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Fortune’s ranking methodology focuses on outcomes such as starting salary and job placement, overall perception of the school’s brand among industry leaders, as well as representation of alumni in C-suite roles at Fortune 1000 companies. Learn more about the methodology and the complete rankings online.
