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Earning an MBA from Simon Business School goes beyond obtaining a credential—it's about achieving profound clarity. We take pride in delivering a Full-Time MBA program with a distinctly analytical focus, providing the environment to reflect, refine, and embrace risks. This happens within our intentionally small, diverse community at the University of Rochester.
Our tailored MBA curriculum allows you to choose courses aligned with your career goals, offering concentrations in Finance, Consulting, Marketing, and General Management. Within these areas, specialized MBA tracks combine coursework, co-curricular experiences, and career development, complemented by 10 minors that strengthen sought-after analytical skills.
We pioneered the STEM-designated MBA option in the U.S., available across all specializations, demonstrating analytical and quantitative excellence to employers. For international students, this designation enables a 24-month OPT extension, totaling three years of work authorization without H1B sponsorship in STEM-eligible roles.
Simon's academic reputation rests on its rigorous analytical foundation. You'll gain an economics-driven, quantitative framework for evidence-based decision-making—sharpening problem-solving skills, identifying market trends, and leveraging data for impactful communication. As a global leader in quantitative, economics-focused education, our MBA blends analytical coursework with practical experiences. The curriculum equips you to interpret, analyze, and forecast business dynamics while maintaining global relevance. Through experiential projects, you'll immediately apply classroom learning in professional contexts. Simon also facilitates international immersion programs featuring coursework, dialogues with industry and government leaders, and corporate visits worldwide.
For finance-focused MBA candidates, Simon Business School should be a top consideration. Our STEM-designated program underscores analytical excellence to employers and extends OPT benefits for international students.