A nine-month MBA for Johns Hopkins advanced degree graduates

Designed for master’s and doctoral graduates from any Johns Hopkins school, the Accelerated MBA is a strategic investment in your future. Leverage eligible credits from your previous degree to complete your MBA in nine months and thrive as a versatile leader in today’s business environment.

Details

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    Fall Term
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    Full-time
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    In-Person
  • Location
    Baltimore, MD
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    9 Months
  • Certificates
    36 Credits
  • Dollar-circle
    $77,375*

    *See full costs details. All students are considered for scholarships.

Benefits & Highlights

  • Complete your MBA in 9 months
  • Develop the language of business along with strategy, analytical, and leadership skills to influence organizations and advance your career.
  • Get hands-on experience with real businesses in the Innovation Field Project course

Who Should Apply

Johns Hopkins University master’s and doctoral degree graduates seeking to gain a competitive edge in the job market.

Connect with a Recruiter

Whether you have questions about the application process, curriculum, or how the Accelerated MBA fits your career goals, our recruiters are here to help you every step of the way

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Jason Smith

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The career advantages of earning an Accelerated MBA

Your career goals are our priority. From the time you step into the classroom through graduation and beyond, our Accelerated MBA students have access to career resources to help clarify goals, build critical skills, and connect with opportunities that align with their interests. And the results speak for themselves.

Career resources are embedded into the Accelerated MBA curriculum and program experience. The Career & Life Design team works closely with our Accelerated MBA students to help you plan for and secure a post-graduation career. See how the Career & Life Design team works with our Accelerated MBA students.

$
182
K

AVG. CAREY MBA SALARY

91
%

CAREY MBA GRADS

accepted a full-time offer within 90 days of graduation
Class of 2025

157
%

AVG. SALARY INCREASE

3 years after graduation
Class of 2025

The Accelerated MBA program begins each fall. We encourage you to apply early to secure your place in the upcoming term and maximize scholarship consideration.

Accelerated MBA Scholarship Opportunities:

  • The Dean’s Scholarship
  • Reaching Out MBA Fellowship
  • Johns Hopkins Doctoral Scholarship
  • Various endowed scholarships
  • Completed online application
  • 1 page résumé
  • 2 essays
  • 1 letter of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • GMAT/GRE score
  • $100 application fee

Applications can be submitted through the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform. Select Carey Business School as your preferred school and the upcoming fall term you are applying to, then upload all required materials. As soon as our team has received your completed application, we will review your file and follow up with you on next steps. 

More about the Accelerated MBA application process

APPLICATION DEADLINES

DeadlinesRound 1Round 2Round 3
Candidate DeadlineJanuary 28, 2026March 25, 2026May 27, 2026
Decision ReleaseMarch 4, 2026April 29, 2026June 10, 2026
Deposit DeadlineMarch 25, 2026May 20, 2026June 24, 2026

Accelerated MBA CURRICULUM

The curriculum bridges the gap between technical expertise and real-world results, empowering you to confidently communicate, collaborate, and negotiate with business professionals across industries.

Core Curriculum

REQUIRED COURSES

The Accelerated MBA includes 36 credits, with 26 from the core curriculum below: 

  • Accounting and Financial Reporting
  • Business Analytics
  • Business Communication
  • Business Microeconomics
  • Corporate Finance
  • Innovation Field Project
  • Leadership and Organizational Behavior
  • Marketing Management
  • Negotiation
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Statistical Analysis
Customize Your Experience

ELECTIVES

Accelerated MBA students can tailor their experience by selecting 10 credits of electives designed to align with their career goals and interests. Electives include areas such as AI, consulting, finance, leadership, marketing, and operations management.

Beyond the Classroom

Learn in the Accelerated MBA interdisciplinary cohort

A fast-paced, collaborative MBA experience

Accelerated MBA students learn alongside peers from diverse backgrounds, forming a collaborative cohort. This dynamic environment broadens perspectives, strengthens professional skills, and enhances real-world business learning. 

Innovation Field Project

Build practical, resume-ready experience through real business projects

Bring your subject-matter expertise and Carey MBA learning together in a hands-on field project with organizations such as Siemens and AstraZeneca, solving complex challenges with real-world impact.

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