Business administration programs

Equipping you for business excellence

At Wayne State University's Mike Ilitch School of Business, we elevate your knowledge of foundational practices and principles, empowering you to accelerate your career. Study a variety of disciplines, from accounting to supply chain management, to understand how organizations operate and help them succeed. 

Our master of business administration (M.B.A.) program also offers 13 optional concentrations, spanning subjects like accounting systems, international business and marketing. For flexibility, you can choose a traditional M.B.A., which has in-person and online courses, or a 100% online M.B.A. 

For qualified applicants looking to combine law and business, we provide a J.D./M.B.A. program. Students looking to advance their understanding of both business and medicine can apply to our joint M.D./M.B.A. program

Our M.B.A. program is second to none, led by expert faculty who have industry experience or are at the forefront of influential research. Their courses enable you to integrate theory and real-world examples and apply your knowledge directly to your career. 

Choose from M.B.A. concentrations that align with your professional goals, whether that’s management, consulting or leadership. Your journey to business excellence begins at the Ilitch School. 

One of the best things about Wayne State is its diversity. And it’s not just diversity of people; it’s the diversity of thought. My teachers, advisors and the administration — they all approached teaching differently but that helped me to blend academic and professional interests.

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Sarah McCall
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Study abroad and international programming

Gain international business knowledge through the Ilitch School’s study abroad programs. Join a faculty-led trip to visit foreign operations of Detroit-area companies and various cultural sites.

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Learn more about the Ilitch School’s graduate business administration courses, faculty and student opportunities.

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Take your professional journey to new heights by studying business administration at Wayne State’s Mike Ilitch School of Business.