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A Kelley MBA: A sound business decision for your career and future

Pursuing an MBA is a significant investment in yourself. For maximum MBA value, you need a recognized and respected program with a proven return on investment—and the personalized experiences you need to achieve your unique career goals. You’ll find all of these qualities in the top-ranked Full-Time +Flex MBA Program—the only traditional full-time MBA where you can complete your second year in Bloomington or online with the #1-ranked Kelley Direct Online MBA. You’ll experience the value of a Kelley Full-Time +Flex MBA long after graduation:

  • You’ll launch your career experiencing one of the best MBA ROIs among top-ranked MBA programs
  • You’ll be ready to succeed on day one of your new career because of Kelley’s personalized and comprehensive career development
  • You’ll join an esteemed global network of more than 133,000 Kelley alumni—many of whom you already met during your MBA classes, Academy, and recruiting events.

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#22

Overall

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

#2

MBA with Highest ROI

Insider Monkey, 2024

No other top program offers this valuable combination; it’s why we're considered a best-value MBA and a smart choice for career changers

It’s why we're considered a best-value MBA and a smart choice for career changers. With +Flexibility, you can decide anytime in your first year how to complete your second year. If you choose the online option, you can return to your job or accept a new offer, return to your family, or live wherever you choose.

93%
of Class of 2024 graduates received job offers within 90 days of graduation

$167,000
mean base salary + signing bonus

Internships, industry-focused Academies, and other programs provide relevant hands-on experience

Graduates join the largest network of living business school alumni in the world

“ROI for me? First, the financials—I'm able to compete with MBAs from other top schools while spending less. Second, future value—I'll be able to look back and know my time was well spent. Third, the connections. Making connections seems really natural—it's one of the most important tangible assets Kelley has to offer.”

Ruben Figueroa, MBA’21Senior Manager—Pathways Operations Manager, Amazon

105
countries on five continents employ Kelley MBA graduates.

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