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Accelerated MBA
Accelerated MBA

The one-year Accelerated MBA at Carey Business School is designed for Johns Hopkins University master’s and doctoral graduates to advance their careers.
The one-year Accelerated MBA at Carey Business School is designed for Johns Hopkins University master’s and doctoral graduates to advance their careers.
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Complete your MBA in 9 months
Advance your career further and faster with the Accelerated MBA at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Designed specifically for master’s and doctoral graduates from any Johns Hopkins school, streamline your path to an MBA by applying eligible credits from your previous studies to complete your degree in 9 months, develop into a more versatile leader, and get back into the workforce as quickly as possible.
The Accelerated MBA is an in-person program that builds upon your existing academic foundation, equipping you with the strategic, analytical, and leadership skills needed to excel in today’s global business environment. Tailor your coursework to your career goals and leverage your background, regardless of discipline, to address complex challenges and drive innovation across industries. By combining your advanced degree with an MBA, you will differentiate yourself in the competitive job market and unlock new career opportunities.
Earn your MBA in 9 months
Complete your degree on an accelerated timeline by leveraging your prior graduate or doctoral coursework, saving you valuable time and allowing you to re-enter the workforce quickly.
Greater influence and impact
Graduate well-positioned with the advanced expertise and business skills to take on influential roles, shape policies, direct organizations, and create meaningful change in any industry.
Business foundations
Confidently communicate, collaborate, and negotiate with business professionals across industries, bridging the gap between technical expertise and organizational leadership.
Expanded professional network
Strengthen your ties with our global alumni network and connect with 260,000+ Johns Hopkins graduates for new opportunities, mentorship and career growth.
Is this program right for me?
The Accelerated MBA is available exclusively to graduates of a master’s or doctoral program from any Johns Hopkins school. Applicants must have completed their advanced degree within two years of enrolling in the Accelerated MBA program.
Our admissions team takes a holistic approach and considers your academic preparation, leadership potential, and motivation for pursuing the MBA when reviewing your application. We encourage you to share how your academic and professional background and your future goals align with the unique advantages of the Accelerated MBA program. Applying early gives you the best chance for scholarship funding and priority admissions review.
For detailed requirements and deadlines, visit the Admissions page.

Lifelong connections
Success during and after your time at Carey is not only based on expanding your knowledge. It’s also about the connections you make with your peers, alumni, and industry leaders. When you join Carey, you become part of an expansive global network of over 30,000 alumni and more than 260,000 Johns Hopkins University alumni worldwide. This community spans across industries and countries, providing lasting connections and professional opportunities well beyond graduation.
Curriculum
The Accelerated MBA curriculum builds on your academic foundation, immersing you in advanced business skills, experiential learning, and electives that support your professional interests and career goals. Learn alongside peers representing various industries to gain fresh perspectives on business. The in-person program can be completed in just 9 months, and eligible graduate or doctoral credits earned at Johns Hopkins can be applied toward your degree.
Courses cover key business disciplines such as leadership, strategy, finance, marketing, operations, and data analytics. The structure of the program has opportunities for experiential learning and real-world projects, preparing you to lead with confidence, drive innovation, and excel in your chosen industry or career path.
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MBA requirements (36 credits)
Required courses (24 credits) - All courses listed are two credits each unless otherwise noted:
- Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Business Analytics
- Business Communication
- Business Microeconomics
- Corporate Finance
- Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- Marketing Management
- Negotiation
- Operations Management
- Strategic Management
- Statistical Analysis
- Accelerated MBA Experiential Course
Electives (12 credits)
Choose six elective courses at two credits each.
The advantage of a Johns Hopkins Accelerated MBA:
An Accelerated MBA from Johns Hopkins Carey Business School is a strategic investment in your future. Earn your MBA in just 9 months by leveraging your previous graduate or doctoral studies and gain the versatile business skills and leadership expertise needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced global economy. You’ll benefit from expert faculty, a dynamic and collaborative learning environment, and direct access to the influential Johns Hopkins alumni network, positioning yourself at the forefront of your industry and empowering you to make a lasting impact in your career.
Attend an event
Carey Business School hosts various virtual admissions events for prospective students to meet with members of our admissions team. With virtual visits, informational online sessions, and regional and international events, the Carey team is ready to answer questions and support your business school journey.
Connect with a Carey student or alumni
Our students come from all over the world and represent all of the different graduate business programs we have here at Carey. Connect with one of them directly to learn more about life at Carey.
Dual-degree students design the future at Carey’s inaugural Design-Thinking Conference
Johns Hopkins Legacy
Johns Hopkins Legacy

About
Johns Hopkins Legacy
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School is not the average business school. Just as Johns Hopkins was not the average business man.
Johns Hopkins’ mother saw her child’s innate business ability and pushed him to “go where the money is.” After arriving in Baltimore, Johns quickly advanced from store clerk to finance capitalist and ultimately bank president.
Before Johns Hopkins was a hospital or a university, Johns was a businessman building for what’s next. Even after he made his fortune, he remained committed to creating lasting value. It was that quest to build for what’s next that drove Johns to create America’s first research university and set a new course for education.
William Polk Carey also saw the chance to create lasting value for business education and by pledging his support ensures that the future generations will have the same opportunity, like Johns, to thrive within change and advance society.
That vision of building for tomorrow continues with the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Students find their paths. Together, we build for what’s next.
Business at Johns Hopkins — An Audacious Beginning
Some of the earliest business classes at Johns Hopkins challenged conventional wisdom. From the beginning, Henry L. Gantt—class of 1880 and inventor of the Gantt Chart, became a leading figure in the scientific management movement, presenting cutting-edge and often controversial ideas in his lectures at Johns Hopkins.
In 1916, Johns Hopkins added business and engineering courses for part-time students. Energetic individuals such as Gantt fostered the growth of the new field of business administration and the concept of "working smarter" to enhance efficiency and profits. Following World War II, the Johns Hopkins program produced more CPAs than any other school in Maryland.
Over time, management science program became the first graduate level business degree at Johns Hopkins with a focus on applying new findings in quantitative analysis and general systems theory. In 1991, the school developed new programs to address a business landscape incorporating transformed by technological innovation, emerging economies, and escalating politics, including specialized Master of Science programs and Master of Business Administration degree.
Establishing Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
On December 4, 2006, Johns Hopkins trustees, in response to a gift from businessman William Polk Carey, voted to establish a new business school dedicated to producing innovative leaders with broad, interdisciplinary knowledge. The school was named after Carey’s great-great-great grandfather, James Carey of Loudon, a successful Baltimore merchant during the 18th and 19th centuries. On January 1, 2007, the new Carey Business School opened its doors for the first time.
Carey's $50 million donation, paired with $50 million to be raised by the university, was responsible for launching the Carey Business School. This was the largest gift ever in support of business education at Johns Hopkins.
Timeline
- 1916: Evening Courses in business economics begin.
- 1926: Chi Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi (a business fraternity) moves to Johns Hopkins from the University of Maryland School of Business Administration where it had been installed in 1922 – clear evidence that an undergraduate business program had existed at Johns Hopkins at the time.
- 1953: Business education at Johns Hopkins consolidated with disestablishment of Department of Business Economics and the transfer of students from the Faculty of Philosophy (now the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences) to McCoy College.
- 1961: A graduate degree with a focus on operations research is introduced –the Master of Science in management science.
- 1964: McCoy College is renamed the Evening College and Summer Session. The college is organized into five divisions: administration and business; arts and sciences; education; engineering and physical sciences, and special Programs.
- 1971: Students enroll in new Master of Administrative Science (MAS) degree.
- 1984: Evening College and Summer Session is renamed School of Continuing Studies.
- 1988: U.S. News & World Report ranks the Johns Hopkins MAS program as the third best regionally accredited business program in the eastern United States.
- 1991: Berman family establishes the Allan L. Berman Institute of Real Estate Development and launches part-time Master of Science in Real Estate degree.
- 1991: Beginning during the fall semester, a Master of Science in Business degree replaces the MAS.
- 1992: Johns Hopkins Washington, D.C. Center opens and begins offering business courses.
- 1999: Master of Business Administration degree is introduced, which replaces the MSB degree. The School of Continuing Studies is renamed the School of Professional Studies in Business and Education (SPSBE).
- 2000: The Master of Science in Finance degree program is launched.
- 2004: Edward St. John’s generous gift establishes what would become the Edward St. John Real Estate Program and the establishment of a full-time Master of Science in Real Estate degree.
- December 5, 2006: Philanthropist William Polk Carey's W.P. Carey Foundation announces a gift of $50 million to Johns Hopkins to establish Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. The school is named in memory of his great-great-great grandfather, James Carey, a prominent Baltimore businessman.
- January 1, 2007: SPSBE separates into two new schools at Johns Hopkins — the Carey Business School and the School of Education.
- October 2008: Yash Gupta becomes the first dean of Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.
- July 2010: Carey’s Baltimore campus moves from 100 North Charles Street to the Legg Mason Building in Baltimore’s Harbor East neighborhood, overlooking Baltimore’s thriving Inner Harbor.
- 2010: Carey launching first full-time MBA program with the Global MBA.
- May 2012: Charter Global MBA class graduates.
- July 2012: Bernard T. Ferrari, MD, JD, MBA, becomes the second dean of the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Dean Ferrari comes to Carey after a distinguished career in medicine and consulting.
- 2013: Carey launches first full-time MS in Finance and full-time MS in Marketing degree programs. Facilities in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., are expanded to accommodate hundreds of new MS students.
- 2014: Full-time MS in Health Care Management and full-time MS in Enterprise Risk Management degree programs established.
- 2015: Carey expands Flexible MBA degree program with the addition of online courses.
- February 15, 2017: Carey Business School earns initial accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
- 2017: MS in Information Systems changes from part-time to full-time degree program.
- September 2018: Full-time MS in Finance becomes a STEM-designated program for 2019. In the following months, MS in Business Analytics and Risk Management (formerly MS in Enterprise Risk Management) and the full-time MS in Marketing also receive STEM-designation.
- July 2019: Dr. Bernard T. Ferrari retires after seven years as dean of Carey Business School. Valerie Suslow, professor and vice dean for faculty and research, becomes interim dean.
- August 2019: Alexander Triantis becomes the third dean of Carey Business School. Triantis joins Carey from the University of Maryland Smith School of Business where he served as dean.
- More information on the history of business education at Johns Hopkins University can be found in the book, From Inkwell to Internet.
Living in Baltimore
Living in Baltimore

Baltimore Address
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-234-9200
Life in Charm City
Baltimore is one of the country’s oldest, largest, and most diverse cities.
Located in central Maryland on the east coast of the United States, Baltimore sits in the nation’s economic, governmental, cultural, and social center. In this premier location, the city is less than an hour away from Washington, D.C., and a few hours from New York City.
"Going to a business school in the harbor of Baltimore is a unique experience. It feels like a big city but small enough to breathe whenever needed. If you’re a fan of seafood, enjoy walking by the water, and want to have the option to do something fun every day–Charm City is the place to be."
Kyler McGillis, Leadership Development Program '23, MBA '25
100 International Drive
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School’s Baltimore location is situated in the Harbor East neighborhood, right next to the Inner Harbor. The building features 130,000 square feet for classrooms, student study areas and organizations, and offices.
Once home to factories and businesses that comprised much of Baltimore’s industrial heart, Harbor East has emerged as the new pulse and direction-setter for business in Baltimore, from established firms to newly relocated ventures and thriving start-ups. It is the ideal location, in the ideal city, to pursue a graduate business education – and the next phase of your career.
Explore Baltimore
Life at Carey Business School goes beyond the classroom. Set sail on the dazzling Inner Harbor. For breathtaking city views, climb to the top of the Mount Vernon Place monument, erected in honor of George Washington. Tour Fort McHenry, the birthplace of the country’s national anthem. Visit the home of famed writer Edgar Allen Poe and the birthplace of baseball immortal Babe Ruth. Sample wines at a local vineyard or taste what’s new at the latest brew pub. Cheer on the Orioles and Ravens. Whatever your interests, the list of things to do and see is endless. Baltimore has something to offer everyone.
The following sites will help start your exploration:

Let's eat!
With its proximity to the world-famous Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Baltimore is known worldwide as a destination for seafood lovers. In addition to its famed blue crabs, oysters, and Old Bay seasoning, the city boasts a full range of cuisine, served from four-star restaurants to atmospheric neighborhood eateries, centuries-old public markets, and roving food trucks. Baltimore’s ethnic diversity is also well reflected in its culinary offerings including Italian, Mexican, Indian, Irish, German, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, French, Greek, Thai, and many others.
Some ideas to get you started:

Getting here
Baltimore’s central location makes it easy to get to and from the area. The city is served by one of the nation’s busiest international airports, Baltimore Washington International (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport, just 20 minutes from downtown. Other major airports nearby include Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) just outside Washington D.C. and Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Northern Virginia, a short drive from the nation’s capital. Major interstates, including I-95 and I-695, serve the city and its metropolitan area.
Located just a few minutes from Carey’s Baltimore location, Baltimore’s Penn Station is a major hub for train service along the nation’s northeast corridor stretching from Washington, D.C. to Boston, Mass. Amtrak and Maryland Rail Commuter (MARC) trains provide regular service, along with Baltimore’s light rail system, which connects to other city mass transit options.

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The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School in Harbor East is located in the Legg Mason Tower at 100 International Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.
From BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport: Take I-195 West for 4 miles. Take exit 4A for I-95 North toward I-695 Baltimore for 5 miles. Take Exit 53 for I-395 N toward Downtown/Inner Harbor for 1 mile. Make a slight right onto West Conway Street. Make a left onto Light Street. Make a right onto East Pratt Street. Make a right onto President Street. Continue through the roundabout to the 3rd exit onto President Street. Legg Mason Tower parking garage will be on your right.Take the office elevator to the building lobby.
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- Monthly rate: $84 per month
- Sign up for parking
- In the comments section, please have them add that they are a JHU student looking for the $84 rate.
Questions should be directed to Baltimore campus operations
Security
We will provide an escort service to area parking garages upon request. Contact 410-605-0021 for additional information.
The university issues its Annual Security Report that describes the security services at each of the university's divisions and reports crime statistics for each location. The report is published online, and copies of the report are available from the university's Security Department, 14 Shriver Hall, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218-2689; 410-516-4600.
Helpful links include:
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Baltimore boasts an extensive public bus system, augmented by a subway and light rail line. In addition, taxis, Uber, Lyft, and city-sponsored rideshare services such as carpool and vanpool matching, plus ZipCar, operate throughout Baltimore. Commuters and visitors alike also take advantage of the time-saving (and scenic views) afforded by the city’s fleet of water taxis. The newest transportation option, ideal for short commutes through densely trafficked areas, is a fleet of electric scooters, provided by several vendors.
Some resources to consider:
Start your journey today.
Part-time Programs: How to apply
How to apply: Part-time programs

Admissions
Application requirements for Carey Business School's part-time programs
We can’t wait for you to join our vibrant learning community and to build for what’s next together.
Please review the instructions below to prepare your application to a part-time MBA, MS, or certificate program at Carey Business School, including the following programs:
- Flexible MBA
- Part-time Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Part-time Master of Science in Finance
- Part-time Master of Science in Health Care Management
- Part-time Master of Science in Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence for Business
- Part-time Master of Science in Management
- Part-time Master of Science in Marketing
- Part-time Master of Science in Real Estate and Infrastructure
- AI for Business Certificate
- Business Analytics and Risk Management Certificate
- Digital Marketing Certificate
- Entrepreneurial Marketing Certificate
- Financial Management Certificate
- Health Care Management, Innovation, and Technology Certificate
- Investments Certificate
- Leadership Development Program Certificate
- MS in Applied Economics/Financial Management or Investments Certificate
For more information on deadlines, please visit our application deadlines page or contact a member of our Admissions team with any questions.
Apply now to a part-time program
Carey on BusinessCAS
Applicants are also welcome to apply to the Flexible MBA or part-time Master of Science programs through BusinessCAS, an application platform shared by business schools from dozens of universities. Your admission decision will not be impacted by the platform you use. The application requirements and the evaluation process are the same.
APPLY FOR SUMMER 2026 AND FUTURE TERMS TODAY
Your application checklist
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Begin and manage your application by creating your username and password on the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform.
- Choose “Carey Business School” as your school of choice.
- You can begin your application, save it, and return to finish it at a later time by logging in at your convenience.
- Your application will not be evaluated until you submit it and all supporting materials are received.
- Use Google Chrome for the best user experience while completing your application.
All official documents for part-time programs that need to be mailed (transcripts, credential evaluations, and official test scores) should be sent to:
Office of Admissions
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
100 International Drive
Baltimore, MD 21202
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We understand the challenges some applicants are facing in completing their applications. As such, we will work with you individually to ensure your application is complete. Please reach out to an admissions officer for assistance.
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Applicants must submit a total of two required essays. The first essay topic is required for all applicants and must be responded to directly. You will choose your second essay topic from the list provided on the application. It is important to express your original thoughts and incorporate your individual voice in response to these questions.
Be sure your statements capture who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to do. In addition:
- Use a 12-point font and double space your document
- Indicate which question you are answering at the beginning of each essay
- Do not mail paper copies of your essay to Admissions
- Upload all required essays
- Essays should be 300-500 words
- Read more on how to write a strong essay on the Carey Blog.
You will also have the option to provide any additional clarifying information that you wish to share with the Admissions committee regarding your academic record, personal history, or professional attributes.
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Official transcripts from all U.S. schools must be sent electronically. All U.S. transcripts must be from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Education. Please visit your school’s website to request an official transcript be sent electronically to carey.admissions.transcripts@jhu.edu.
We require transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted more than 15 credits. Final transcripts must show the degrees you have earned. Your admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
If your school does not participate in an electronic transcript submission system, send official sealed transcripts to the address below:
Office of Admissions
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
100 International Drive
Baltimore, MD 21202
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We require a resume or a CV. Please be sure to have your resume or CV fully updated, and include both the months and years of your various work experiences as strong career experience is preferred.
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Who should write your letter of recommendation? We suggest someone who knows you personally and who can speak directly about your strengths and experience. Do not focus on the person in your company at the highest level.
Be sure that you have been in their class, have reported to them directly, and/or you have shared your interest in graduate school with them.
- Please use your recommender’s work email address rather than a personal account like Gmail, which will be more closely monitored in our credential verification process.
- Recommendations from relatives and friends are strongly discouraged.
- One recommendation is required. We will read up to two.
- Read more on how to choose a strong reference on the Carey Blog.
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Applicants to our part-time programs including the Flexible MBA, part-time Master of Science, and certificate programs are not required to take the GMAT or the GRE. However, if you would like to submit a GMAT or GRE test score to enrich your application, you are welcome to do so within the application. We accept scores from both the GMAT and the GRE that are up to five years old and do not have a preference for either test. Be sure to do your research on which exam is best for you. Have your scores sent directly to Carey Business School.
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Codes:
- GMAT - KGB-B0-98
- GRE – 0834For more information, use the links below.
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Interviews are granted on an invitation-only basis after the initial evaluation of a submitted application. The interview will be approximately 30 minutes in length and serves to be both evaluative and informational. The interview will begin with a series of questions based on your application, which is an opportunity for us to gain deeper insight into your background, experiences, and interest in the Master's in Management program. There will be a portion of time reserved for you to ask any questions you may have, so please come prepared with thoughtful questions.
We look for applicants who are energetic, engaging, and can articulate their stories, and speak to how the Master's in Management will position them for what’s next. Answer questions honestly, not with the answer you think the interviewer wants to hear. Do not memorize answers for expected interview questions. Be yourself.
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A $100 nonrefundable application fee is due when you submit your online application.
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Please review the application requirements for international applicants here:
https://carey.jhu.edu/admissions/international-applicants
Admissions policies
Work experience is not required in order to be accepted into the program.
You can only apply to one specialty master’s program at a time.
Candidates cannot apply for more than one program in a single round. If offered admission, you must accept or decline by the deadline for that round. You cannot wait to make a decision on a first offer while applying for another program in the next round.
Admission to other schools in the University
Each school at Johns Hopkins University has an independent Office of Admissions and its own application process. You must apply separately to programs housed within separate schools, although some established dual degree programs only require a single application. If you are interested in a dual degree program, please visit our dual degree page for special instructions on how to apply.
Current Carey Business School students who wish to enter a degree program at one of the other schools in the university must submit an admission application to that school. Admission to the Carey Business School establishes no claim or priority for admission to any other school in the university.
Questions?
Contact the Admissions team if you have additional questions or need more information to complete your Carey Business School application.
Full-time Master of Science: How to apply
How to apply: Full-time Master of Science

Admissions
The 2026 application for all programs is now open.
Application requirements for the full-time Master of Science programs
We can’t wait for you to join our vibrant learning community and to build for what’s next together. Please review the instructions below to prepare your application to a full-time specialty master’s program at Carey Business School.
Apply today
Application requirements
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Start and manage your application by creating your username and password on the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform.
Once you are on the University-wide platform, you are able to:
- Choose “Carey Business School” as your school of choice.
- Begin your application, save it, and return to finish it at a later time by logging in at your convenience. Your admission officer will review your application once you submit all required documents and will contact you about any missing items or to schedule an interview.
- Find essay questions.
- Send an official invitation to your recommender.
Office of Admissions mailing address:
Most Master of Science application requirements can and should be sent electronically. However, any official documents that need to be mailed (transcripts, credential evaluations, and official test scores) should be sent to:Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
Office of Admissions
100 International Drive
Baltimore, MD 21202
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We understand the challenges some applicants are facing in completing their applications. As such, we will work with you individually to ensure your application is complete. Please reach out to an admissions officer for assistance.
Fall 2026 Application Deadlines
Deadlines Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Candidate deadline October 8, 2025 January 14, 2026 March 11, 2026 Decision release December 3, 2025 February 25, 2026 April 22, 2026 Initial deposit deadline January 14, 2026 April 15, 2026 May 13, 2026 Final deposit deadline April 8, 2026 May 20, 2026 June 10, 2026
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Applicants must submit a total of two required essays. The first essay topic is required for all applicants and must be responded to directly. You will choose your second essay topic from the list provided on the application. It is important to express your original thoughts and incorporate your individual voice in response to these questions.
Be sure your statements capture who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to do. In addition:
- Use a 12-point font and double space your document
- Indicate which question you are answering at the beginning of each essay
- Do not mail paper copies of your essay to Admissions
- Upload all required essays
- Essays should be 300-500 words
You will also have the optional opportunity to provide any additional clarifying information that you wish to share with the Admissions committee regarding your academic record, personal history, or professional attributes.
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Official transcripts from all U.S. schools must be sent electronically. All U.S. transcripts must be from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Education. Please visit your school’s website to request an official transcript be sent electronically to carey.admissions.transcripts@jhu.edu.
We require transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted more than 15 credits. Final transcripts must show the degrees you have earned. Your admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. If your transcripts are from a non-U.S. school, please review the "additional requirements for the non-U.S. applicants" section below for information about the required course-by-course credential evaluation process.
If your school does not participate in an electronic transcript submission system, please send official sealed transcripts to the address below:
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
Office of Admissions
100 International Drive
Baltimore, MD 21202
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We require a resume or a CV. Please be sure to have your resume or CV fully updated, and include both the months and years of your various work experiences.
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Who should write your professional recommendation? We suggest asking someone who knows you professionally and who can speak directly about your strengths and experience. A current or former supervisor who can comment on your growth, your potential, and your contributions to your position/team is generally best. Do not focus on the person in your company at the highest level.
Be sure that you have been in their class, have reported to them directly, and/or you have shared your interest in graduate school with them.- Please use your recommender’s work email address rather than a personal account like Gmail, which will be more closely monitored in our credential verification process.
- Recommendations from relatives and friends are strongly discouraged.
- One recommendation is required. We will read up to two.
Read more on how to choose a strong reference on the Carey Blog
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Our full-time Master of Science programs are test-optional for all applicants. Test-optional means it is your choice as an applicant to determine whether or not to submit a GMAT or GRE score with your application. If you have taken a test and believe a score will add value to your application, you should submit one. If you do not wish to test or believe your test score does not reflect your ability and potential for graduate study, please do not include a score. You will indicate whether you wish to submit a test score on the application.
If you decide to submit a score, you can self-report your score on the application, but you should also have your official score sent directly to Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. We accept scores from both the GMAT and the GRE that are up to five years old and do not have a preference for either test. Be sure to do your research on which exam is best for you.
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Codes:
GMAT - KGB-B0-98
GRE – 0834
For more information, use the links below.
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All applicants to our full-time Master of Science programs (excluding the Master's in Management) will complete a video interview through the Kira platform. This requirement is built into the application, so be sure to allocate enough time to complete it before the deadline.
Full-time Master's in Management (MiM):
Interviews are granted on an invitation-only basis after the initial evaluation of a submitted application. The interview will be approximately 30 minutes in length and serves to be both evaluative and informational. The interview will begin with a series of questions based on your application, which is an opportunity for us to gain deeper insight into your background, experiences, and interest in the Master's in Management program. There will be a portion of time reserved for you to ask any questions you may have, so please come prepared with thoughtful questions.
We look for applicants who are energetic, engaging, and can articulate their stories, and speak to how the Master's in Management will position them for what’s next. Answer questions honestly, not with the answer you think the interviewer wants to hear. Do not memorize answers for expected interview questions. Be yourself.
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A $100 nonrefundable application fee is due when you submit your online application.
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Please review the application requirements for international applicants here:
https://carey.jhu.edu/admissions/international-applicants
Admissions policies
Work experience is not required in order to be accepted into the program. However, work experience may be required to be eligible for a GRE or GMAT exam waiver.
You can only apply to one specialty master’s program at a time.
Candidates cannot apply for more than one program in a single round. If offered admission, you must accept or decline by the deadline for that round. You cannot wait to make a decision on a first offer while applying for another program in the next round.
Applicants to the full-time MS in Finance and MS in Marketing programs have the option to select Baltimore or Washington, DC as their preferred Carey location. We try our best to admit candidates to their preferred location, but do not guarantee it. Space in Washington, DC is limited and often fills following round two.
Admission to other schools in the University
Each school at Johns Hopkins University has an independent Office of Admissions and its own application process. You must apply separately to programs housed within separate schools, although some established dual degree programs only require a single application. If you are interested in a dual degree program, please visit our dual degree page for special instructions on how to apply.
Current Carey Business School students who wish to enter a degree program at one of the other schools in the university must submit an admission application to that school. Admission to the Carey Business School establishes no claim or priority for admission to any other school in the university.
Questions?
Contact the Admissions team if you have additional questions or need more information to complete your Carey Business School application.
PhD/MBA
PhD/MBA

The PhD/MBA dual degree at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School equips you to lead in health and business, combining research expertise with strategic skills.
The PhD/MBA dual degree at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School equips you to lead in health and business, combining research expertise with strategic skills.
Program details




Financial Aid & Scholarships
At Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, we embrace the Johns Hopkins legacy of excellence and research. The PhD/MBA dual degree program offered at Carey Business School and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health combines the power of research with business skills to be a catalyst for change in the world. Translate your health-related research in the PhD program into real-world solutions through the strategic and analytical skills gained from the MBA.
As a PhD/MBA student, you will fully immerse yourself in the MBA curriculum to complete it in one year. During this time, you will gain critical business skills to enhance your research and strengthen your long-term impact and career potential.
Career opportunities
By gaining a strong foundation in business, you’ll enhance your competitiveness in the job market. Whether you pursue a career in government, join a major corporation, or launch your own venture, adding an MBA to your academic credentials opens the door to a wider range of post-graduate career pathways.
Language of business
Translate complex findings into accessible insights for the global business community. You'll learn how to strategically share your expertise with leaders across industries, amplifying the reach and relevance of your work on a national and global scale.
Network expansion
Join a powerful network of over 260,000 Johns Hopkins alumni, including more than 30,000 from Carey. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage with fellow students and alumni throughout your studies and beyond.
Johns Hopkins ecosystem
Transform your research into action to positively impact the Business of Health. Harness the resources, reputation, and experience of the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and address the world’s most pressing health concerns.

Lifelong connections
Success during and after your time at Carey is not only based on expanding your knowledge. It’s also about the connections you make with your peers, alumni, and industry leaders. When you join Carey, you become part of an expansive global network of over 30,000 alumni and more than 260,000 Johns Hopkins University alumni worldwide. This community spans across industries and countries, providing lasting connections and professional opportunities well beyond graduation.
Curriculum
The PhD/MBA dual degree curriculum is designed for students looking to enhance their skills, gain an understanding of the global business environment, and become leaders in the health care ecosystem. Students will complete their MBA coursework in one year by taking a year off from their PhD studies to fully immerse themselves in business at our Baltimore or Washington, D.C. locations.
Throughout their MBA coursework, students will learn business foundations such as effective leadership, strategic communication, and how to succeed in the business world. Carey will accept 18 credits from your PhD program, meaning you are only required to complete 36 credits of coursework at Carey.
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MBA requirements (36 credits)
All courses listed are two credits each unless otherwise noted:
- BU.210.620 Accounting and Financial Reporting
- BU.142.601 Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- BU.121.610 Negotiation
- BU.120.601 Business Communication
- BU.150.620 Strategic Management
- BU.520.601 Business Analytics
- BU.510.601 Statistical Analysis
- BU.231.620 Corporate Finance
- MBA Experiential Course
- BU.410.620 Marketing Management
- BU.220.620 Business Microeconomics
- BU.680.620 Operations Management
- Six electives
PhD requirements
Each PhD program has different requirements. Please refer to the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Course Catalog for a better understanding of the required courses. University Catalog
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The Leadership and Organizational Behavior course empowers PhD/MBA dual degree students to become effective leaders by leveraging a deep understanding of human behavior within organizations. Explore how individuals and groups operate in professional settings and learn practical strategies for managing teams, navigating institutional dynamics, and fostering productive environments. Whether you’re leading a research initiative, guiding multi-disciplinary partnerships, or managing change in a complex system, this course equips you with the tools to lead with clarity and purpose.
This course provides analytical frameworks designed to translate learning into action. PhD/MBA dual degree students gain insights into how to motivate others, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively across disciplines. By pairing your research expertise with strong leadership capabilities, you'll be well-positioned to drive innovation and influence meaningful change in the business of health and other health care sectors.
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Pursuing a PhD/MBA dual degree allows you to integrate business education into your academic journey by maximizing your time, expanding your skillset, and accelerating your impact. Rather than returning to school after completing your PhD, the PhD/MBA dual degree streamlines both programs, giving you the tools to lead, strategize, and influence while you're still deeply engaged in your research. You’ll graduate with two degrees from two leading institutions and the distinct advantage of knowing how to translate complex ideas into action, communicate with business and policy leaders, and step confidently into leadership across the business of health. Whether you aim to shape health systems from within an organization or lead transformative change at a university or research institution, the PhD/MBA dual degree program positions you to make a lasting impact across sectors.
The Carey Business School advantage
Carey Business School offers a uniquely tailored MBA experience designed to complement and enhance the research training of PhD students at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. By integrating data-driven decision-making, strategic leadership, and ethical business practices, Carey prepares PhD students to extend the impact of their research beyond the lab.
The program provides students with the skills they need to lead interdisciplinary teams, secure funding, and translate complex findings into real-world solutions. With these capabilities, graduates of the PhD/MBA program are well prepared to influence the health care industry by shaping strategies, driving innovation, and improving outcomes across organizations. With access to a vibrant network of alumni and industry partners, earning your MBA at Carey advances your career by bridging academic innovation with business leadership in health and beyond.
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Carey Business School hosts various virtual admissions events for prospective students to meet with members of our admissions team. With virtual visits, informational online sessions, and regional and international events, the Carey team is ready to answer questions and support your business school journey.
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Our students come from all over the world and represent all of the different graduate business programs we have here at Carey. Connect with one of them directly to learn more about life at Carey.