Economist ranks Wake Forest MSM program, top 5 in U.S and among top 25 globally

The Wake Forest University School of Business Master of Science in Management (MSM) program ranked No. 5 in the U.S. and No. 24 in the world, according to The Economist’s 2021 global ranking.

The School of Business earned the No. 2 spot in the U.S. for career opportunities and also earned the No. 2 spot in the nation among alumni ratings of career services.

“Our strong connections to the market, robust alumni network, and dedicated Market Readiness & Employment team enables us to maximize career preparation based on our students’ career and life goals. It is rewarding to see that effort recognized through the MSM program’s high ratings for career opportunities and alumni satisfaction,” said Mercy Eyadiel, Chief Corporate Engagement Officer.

The 10-month management program is designed specifically for students with non-business academic backgrounds or limited business knowledge who want to excel in the marketplace by building on the skills and knowledge gained in their undergraduate studies. The curriculum is designed to provide students with instruction that emphasizes managerial skills and exposure to real-word challenges and solutions.

“Our latest rankings from The Economist speak to the expertise of our faculty and staff in preparing students to launch rewarding professional careers,” said Norma Montague, Senior Associate Dean of the MSM Program. “Hands-on experiences in the market are a cornerstone of our MSM program. Building on the foundation of our students’ undergraduate studies and combining that with expert business knowledge and experiential learning opportunities provides a highly competitive advantage in multiple industries.”

Unique to the Wake Forest MSM experience are the Graduate Consulting Projects, an engaging learning experience that places student teams face-to-face with organizations to develop innovative solutions to business challenges by applying course concepts in a sponsor-client partnership.

In July, the School of Business welcomed 97 MSM candidates in the class of 2022 who represent 60 colleges and universities from across the globe, with nearly 35 liberal arts, science, and engineering majors in the mix. Over 50 percent of students in the MS in Management program are female, more than 30 percent of students come from underrepresented groups, and close to 25 percent of students are from countries outside the U.S.

An additional benefit of the accelerated management program includes the opportunity to gain a head start in pursuing an MBA. Through the MBA Advantage, graduates can potentially receive credit for courses that are substantially equivalent to MBA coursework, allowing them to complete an MBA in as few as 12 months.

For more information about 2021 management rankings, visit The Economist.

Media Contact: Danyelle Gary, garyd@wfu.edu, 336.582.0622