Well Rounded, Online, or Wharton? The MBA.

Oct 30

Mark SingleyMBA, Online education, School Ranking, Top Schools 3 Comments

Among top rated Business Schools, there is a select group that is best of the best. But they change yearly, but not their cost. In this economy, is there a best case for the budget student? How to decide.

Among them, the old standbys, Harvard, Stanford, Wharton (University of Pennsylvania-congratulations Phillies!) and increasingly Stern at New York University. But what defines the top anymore, and is it necessary?

A fully compiled list is here Business schools

Among associates interviewed, though there was a new consideration for schools that fall outside of the existing pantheon. In particular, Thunderbird (yes, odd name, but highly regarded) University of Delaware, and even places at state universities.

What is also emerging is the confidence in online business degrees-most notably from the University of Phoenix, but in many cases, it is worth considering that a smaller, more intimate experience that is direct and hands on will far outstrip the online education.

The in person qualities of education are essential for a well rounded experience.