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When you think of Carnegie Mellon, your first thought is likely of robotics, computer science, or advanced technical research. And rightly so — the school is one of the foremost research institutions in the world. However, Carnegie Mellon offers a top 20 world-class MBA. And with over 10% of the student body comprised of veterans, Tepper has one of the highest rates of veteran enrollment in the top programs.
Clearly this is a school that values the leadership, work ethic, and global perspective that veterans contribute to the student body’s professional growth.
You Don’t Need To Be An Engineer
Schools like MIT and Carnegie Mellon have the reputation of being exclusive only to people with engineering, math, or computer science backgrounds. While the rest of the university may definitely be focused within these areas, Tepper MBA students have a diverse background of undergraduate degrees. 47% of the Class of 2021 possess an undergraduate degree in either business, the humanities, or economics.
This can work out well if you are pursuing your MBA as a stepping stone into more technically focused industries. Tepper’s proximity to the rest of Carnegie Mellon’s ecosystem gives you a unique opportunity to complement your required business classes with exposure to the cutting edge of technology and engineering. You can take classes outside of Tepper and access world-class technical research.
The Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship is an example of how the university brings students together. It brings together students from various colleges to tap into their shared passion for learning and, in the case, innovation. The Swartz Center is the destination of choice for all individuals — faculty, staff, and students — interested in entrepreneurship.
Data-Driven Methodology
If you peruse business news, you may notice a word that keeps popping up:
Data.
It’s a thing.
Businesses are taking advantage of the explosion in data analytics to propel their digitalization efforts and make data-driven decisions. A Tepper MBA places a premium on setting graduates up for success in data analytics by incorporating statistical analyses, probabilities, and factually based business hypotheses into their classroom.
Tepper differentiates itself from the other top 20 MBA programs by focusing on how data-driven recommendations can better prepare corporations for 21st-century business needs. Don’t expect to become a data scientist while at Tepper, but the foundations of the curriculum will provide graduates with the necessary foundation and understanding of data analytics’ role in modern business.
Key Stats About Tepper’s MBA Program (Class of 2021):
- Rankings: 2019- Forbes (17), Economist (31), US News and World Report (19). Also #3 online and #9 part-time (US News and World Report)
- Top 3 industries post-graduation: Consulting (32.1%), Marketing (19.3%), and Finance (18.7%).
- Class size: 200
- Average GPA: 3.3
- Average GMAT: 687 (640–730 for middle 80%)
Veteran-Specific Information
- Yellow Ribbon program match of $15,000 for up to 30 veterans with 100% GI Bill eligibility
- Application fee waiver for active duty and veterans
- Tepper Veteran’s Club website
Related:
Military to MBA (Part 1/7): Is It for You?
How Veterans Can Finance Their MBA
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