MBA starting salaries are one of the most tangible benefits of taking an MBA. Whether you pursue an MBA to advance your present career or change careers altogether, the MBA credential has a significant impact on your earning potential. Why? Because MBA graduates have a variety of skills valued by all kinds of employers, such as the ability to think critically, analyze and solve complex problems, use technology effectively, communicate clearly and logically, and generally work hard. A recent report by the Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC) estimated an average starting salary for new MBA hires at about $80,300, and shows that the starting salary for MBA graduates continues to increase every year. Keep in mind, that starting salaries will depend on several factors, including your actual job role, your geographic location, the field you are employed in and, sometimes, your school's reputation.
Below is a table of the starting salaries for new MBA graduates employed in different career fields in 2006, as reported by the GMAC.
Career Field
Average Salary (includes bonuses and additional compensation)
University of Oklahoma Price College of Business Graduate Programs Office The University of Oklahoma (OU) MBA offers integrated courses in 8-week modules with an emphasis on teamwork, real-world experience, and ...
Campbellsville University MBA Program The goal of the MBA program at Campbellsville University (CU) is to prepare students to play a leadership role in ...
Marymount University Office of Graduate Admissions Marymount University’s (Marymount) Essential MBA can be completed in just 21 months. The Marymount MBA can also be tailored to ...
AACSB Accredited Business Schools
Pre-MBA
