In-Demand Careers for M.B.A. Graduates
Graduates from M.B.A. programs—like the top-ranked M.B.A. program at The Peter J. Tobin College of Business at St. John’s University—are well positioned to take on challenging new roles, lead companies, and accelerate their careers.
What Can You Do with an M.B.A.?
The short answer? Anything! An M.B.A. gives you the knowledge, skills, and connections to achieve your career goals in a variety of industries. Whether you seek to change careers or advance in your current path, an M.B.A. is a proven step in the right direction.
Five of the 10 best jobs ranked by U.S. News and World Report include careers that require the management and business skills and training acquired in an M.B.A. program. These include
- Actuary
- Data Scientist
- Financial Manager
- IT Manager
- Medical and Health Services Manager
What Does the M.B.A. Job Market Look Like?
Business and financial occupations are projected to grow faster than the average (2022—32), according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. With an M.B.A., you have an advantage in the job market over other candidates with bachelor’s degrees. In fact, 91% of corporate recruiters surveyed in 2023 reported they had hired M.B.A. graduates over the past year.
Having an advanced degree in business can not only improve your job outlook, but lead to better job opportunities and higher salaries.
What Industries are Experiencing Growth and Demand for M.B.A. Talent?
In the most recent Association of M.B.A.s and Business Graduates Association’s (BGA) International M.B.A. Survey, the most popular industries in which M.B.A. graduates were reported to be include
- Consultancy
- Banking and Finance
- IT
- Education
- Energy
- Government
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
Additionally, the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) Corporate Recruiter Survey reported that the top employers of M.B.A. graduates include Fortune 100 companies in sectors like
- Big Tech
- Consumer Goods
- Consulting
- Finance
Real-World Success with an M.B.A.: Stories of Impact
M.B.A. graduates from the Tobin College of Business have also seen success in industries including
Entrepreneurship
“I attribute the turning point (becoming an entrepreneur) to a specific class at St. John’s…We spent the entire semester reading and reviewing the original version of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. I truly embraced the learnings from that book in my personal life and realized that my goal was to pursue a career aligned with my values. I excelled when career opportunities allowed me to achieve that goal.”
—Michael T. Chidester ’98MBA, Founder, Chiddy’s Cheesesteak
Wall Street Consulting
“The education I received at St. John’s allowed me to develop foundational knowledge, as well as the technical and developmental skills that will help now that I have graduated. That is priceless.”
—Chand Kalra ’22MBA, Wall Street Consultant, Sia Partners
Marketing & Communications Leadership
“Being the best at what you do is important, to be sure, but without empathy and benevolence, especially in positions of authority, you will not rise above a certain level. That ideal (instilled at St. John’s) has stayed with me throughout my career. If you are a kind person, and you work well with others, you will get far in life.”
—Sandy Strk ’01TCB, ’04MBA, Associate Director of Marketing & Communications, St. John’s University
Sports & Entertainment Industry
“St. John’s made my career as a sports media professional. I am not sure what would have happened had I earned my degrees somewhere else.”
—Ryan Gilbert ’11CPS, ’14MBA, Segment Producer at the Major League Baseball (MLB) Network
How Can an M.B.A. Help You Get Your Dream Job?
When choosing an M.B.A. program, look for those with courses, concentrations, and institutes that align with the field you want to pursue. Those additional specializations can help you stand out in the job market.
No matter what industry you choose, in an M.B.A. program, you will gain
- Skills and knowledge you can apply directly to the workplace
- Deeper education around business topics
- Access to a rich alumni and employer network
- Career support and resources for a lifetime
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