You Can lead for a better world
And drive shareholder value
You Can lead for a better world
And drive shareholder value

How will our MBA help?
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Earn your MBA from American University's
Kogod School of Business

...because the world
needs leaders like you.

Build sustainable solutions 

Dive into courses that blend traditional MBA learning with cutting-edge sustainability concepts. Understand how to make business decisions that are both profitable and beneficial for the planet and its people.

Get the AI advantage 

Adapt to and lead in an AI-enhanced world by learning from the best-in-class AI innovators among business schools through in-class projects,  discussions, and real-world consulting projects. 

Work on real-world projects 

Collaborate with organizations committed to sustainability and tackle real-world challenges. Get hands-on experience crafting solutions that balance environmental impact with business success.

Learn from expert practitioners 

Learn from professors who are pioneers in sustainable business research and practice. Their firsthand insights and mentorship will equip you with the knowledge to make a meaningful impact in your career.

  • Corporate Knights ranked Kogod school of business number 5 in the us for best sustainability mba.
  • US News & World Report ranked Kogod School of Business MBA number 14 for international business
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  • Best in Class for AI by Times Higher Educations Poets and Quants

The MBA program not only sharpened my critical thinking skills but also provided me with a global perspective of business.”

— Hilda Mwangi, JD/MBA Alumna

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What You’ll Walk Away With

A global perspective 

Our location in Washington, DC, offers networking, internship, and job opportunities in all areas of business. Its vibrant international community exposes you to the international market from day one. Plus, as part of the MBA's international consulting project, you will gain experience working with clients abroad.

An enthusiastic network 

Our alumni network is extensive and global, with more than 23,000 graduates across every continent ready and willing to help you from day one. 

Your dream job 

As a Kogod graduate student, you will receive one-on-one guidance on résumé creation, job searches, interview preparation, and more. Most importantly, you’ll gain access to an exclusive network of contacts—employers and alumni who are eager to help you launch your career.

 DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT 

Two degrees in two years:
MBA + MS in Sustainability Management

Gain deeper expertise in sustainability with a specialized master's degree in addition to your MBA. With an MBA + MS in Sustainability Management, you’ll enrich your business leadership acumen with in-depth sustainability expertise. Take classes such as social sustainability strategy, managing for climate change, and a variety of electives in our business, environment, or policy tracks.

Washington, DC:
An Unrivaled Location

Our sustainability-infused MBA sits at the nexus of business, policy, and society.

Access to key institutions 

DC's status as an international business and political capital provides Kogod students with unique internship and networking opportunities at influential government, financial, and media institutions.

Vibrant business hub 

DC hosts numerous Fortune 500 companies and tech innovators like IBM and Amazon, offering MBA students access to industry leaders and valuable internships.

Dynamic entrepreneurial scene

The city's thriving startup ecosystem provides MBA students with practical experiences, networking opportunities, and exposure to potential mentors and investors​.

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In my MBA coursework, I am always pushed to understand “the why” and craft an effective pitch and deliverable.” 

— Nekesa Schutte, MBA ’25

  • Corporate Knights ranked Kogod school of business number 5 in the us for best sustainability mba.
  • US News & World Report ranked Kogod School of Business MBA number 14 for international business
  • QS ranked Kogod School of Business MBA in its top 50 in the US
  • Fortune ranked Kogod School of Business mba number 43 in the US

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