Howard University

Founded in 1867, Howard University is the most comprehensive, research-oriented university in the Washington, DC area, and one of only 88 universities classified as a Doctoral/Research University-Extensive education institution by the Carnegie Foundation of Advancement for Teaching.Since 1970, the School of Business has produced more than a 1,000 distinguished MBA’s prepared to meet the challenges of the global business environment. As a top notch business school, our program was the first in Washington, DC to be accredited by the AACSB. Located in the nation’s capital, our program offers a diverse cultural environment, and provides access to some of the most renowned public and private institutions in the world.Recognized for their superb business acumen, Howard alumni are employed in leadership roles throughout the nation and worldwide. For three consecutive years (2003-2006), the program has received top honors. Once again, the Wall Street Journal ranked the Howard MBA Program No. 2 among the best schools for "Hiring Minorities." Additionally, the program continues to be ranked No. 1 for the "Greatest Opportunities for Minority Students" and No. 5 for the "Most Competitive Students" by the Princeton Review. This proves that the leading Fortune 500 companies, public sector organizations, and international institutions recognize the value and brilliance of Howard MBA candidates.Howard’s professors are acknowledged for contributions within their various disciplines. Each faculty member passes on a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, which students need in order to achieve in today’s global market. Our small class sizes enable students the opportunity to derive benefits gained from an intimate relationship with faculty. One-to-one professional care is Howard’s signature.Our curriculum is supplemented by the Citi Leadership Development Series which features renowned experts addressing issues such as ethics and social responsibility; decision making under pressure; and designing a career. Howard's well-rounded students are involved in various student organizations, community activities, and corporate-sponsored programs that include entrepreneurship, marketing, investment, consulting and supply chain management.Finally, Howard’s MBA Program reflects the diversity of the global market within which its alumni will serve. Students hail from many parts of the United States, Canada, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean. Their post baccalaureate work experiences range from education, health services, and engineering to marketing, financial services, consulting, and real estate.We provide flexible programs designed to meet the needs of graduate students. Graduates may attend our lock-stepped, full-time program, completing degree requirements in two years; or as a working adult, students have the option to enroll in the “accelerated” or “traditional” part-time programs, completing the degree in 3 or 4 years, respectively.