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Finding an Accredited MBA Program

How and Why You Should Find an Accredited MBA Program

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What Is Accreditation?

Accreditation is a term used to describe the review process educational institutions voluntarily undergo to prove their commitment to education quality and continuous improvement.

Learn more about accreditation.

Why Should I Find an Accredited MBA Program?

There are three basic reasons why it is important to find an MBA program:
  1. Accreditation ensures a quality education.
  2. You must be enrolled in an accredited MBA program to be eligible for most scholarships and grants.
  3. Employers prefer applicants with degrees from an accredited MBA program
Read more about why MBA accreditation matters.

How Can I Find Out if an MBA Program Is Accredited?

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education does not accredit business schools, but they do provide a database of schools and programs that have been accredited by reliable and recognized accrediting agencies. The database includes accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Get step-by-step instructions to determine if an MBA program is accredited.

Search for Accredited MBA Programs Online
  • Accredited Online Colleges - Visit this site to learn more about accreditation and to see a list of accredited online colleges.
  • AACSB International - Visit the AACSB website to find a worldwide list of schools accredited in business.
  • BusinessWeek - See BusinessWeek online to review profiles and rankings for hundreds of accredited MBA programs.

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