"The UConn MBA program has consistently defined the pinnacle of excellence in a fiercely competitive landscape,'' Associate Dean Jose Cruz said.
MBA Director of Student Services Michael Bozzi leads a discussion with graduate students enrolled in the FLEX MBA program, which allows students to take courses online or in person. UConn's FLEX MBA program rose to No. 33 in the nation in the latest U.S. News ranking. The program's outstanding reputation was instrumental in the increase.
U.S. News & World Report has again ranked the UConn School of Business' part-time MBA program, known as the FLEX MBA, as among the top graduate business programs in the nation.
The 2024-25 Best Graduate School Rankings were released today and the UConn program now ranks at No. 33 in the nation. That's up from No. 37 last year and reflects a steady increase from the No. 70 ranking in 2018-19.
Mia Hawlk, Executive Director of MBA Programs, attributes the ranking increase to a commitment to the student experience, the creation of innovative courses, and the dedication of faculty and staff.
"To see our ranking go up that much over six years is really impressive,'' she said. "We find ourselves in the company of private colleges, but we are delivering the same level of excellence at a much lower cost.''
"Our program is never stagnant. We've recently added innovative courses, addressing sustainability in business, artificial intelligence for managers, emotional intelligence in business, and revolutionary technologies,'' she said. "These are just some of the many ways we distinguish ourselves from our competitors.''
Professor Jose M. Cruz, Associate Dean for Graduate Programs at the School of Business, said it is an honor to rank so highly in such a competitive hierarchy.
"The UConn MBA program has consistently defined the pinnacle of excellence in a fiercely competitive landscape,'' Cruz said. "Renowned for its rigorous curriculum, active student involvement, emphasis on vital leadership cultivation, and robust career support, the program stands as a beacon of quality and innovation.''
Cruz said students appreciate the ability to tailor their studies with specializations that include business analytics, digital marketing strategy, finance, management, or supply chain management. They can also opt for a comprehensive general MBA degree.
The FLEX MBA program is offered in-person in Hartford and Stamford and online. The program currently has about 600 students.
U.S. News developed its rankings by examining each business school's reputation, GMAT scores, undergrad grade-point average, student work experience, and enrollment demographics.
Hawlk said the UConn FLEX MBA program's reputation has expanded among its peers in recent years. "We're grateful for the recent praise from our peer schools, who recognize our hard work, our academic rigor, and our student success,'' she said. "That is particularly gratifying.''
