Walton MBA

The Walton MBA program is designed to provide rigorous academic training and a strong business theory base from which our students launch or advance their professional careers. Our core courses offer broad business education while career track electives offer knowledge and exposure to topics that are directly relevant to the consumer packaged goods and retailing industries.

The Walton MBA is industry specific, market driven, and leverages the unique strengths of the Walton College and our corporate partners. Students begin the three semester, 16 month program in January and complete 48 hours of coursework.

The Walton MBA program consists of five components:  28 hours of core courses, 12 hours of career track electives, study abroad or summer internship (3 hours), and 5 hours of professional development courses.

Walton MBA curriculum begins with a solid grounding in the core business disciplines: economics, accounting, finance, quantitative analysis, management, marketing and logistics. These courses provide students with a strong foundation in analytical and strategic thinking necessary to be successful in today’s intense and fast-paced work environment.

Walton MBA Rankings

• Walton MBA ranked #25 among national public graduate business schools by U.S. News & World Report.
• Walton Supply Chain specialty ranked 9th among public graduate business schools by U.S. News & World Report.
• Walton MBA students ranked #9 by Princeton Review in “Most Competitive Students” category.
• Walton MBA program ranked #27 Among Public Universities in Sustainability and Social Responsibility in the Aspen Institute's Beyond Grey Pinstripes Global 100.

Career Tracks

Four distinct career tracks allow Walton MBA students to customize their academic experience: Retail Marketing Management, Supply Chain Management, Financial Management, and Entrepreneurship/Innovation. The career tracks correspond to specific career paths at leading companies within the retail and consumer packaged goods industries. Each career track is composed of three required courses and one elective chosen to compliment the student’s career choice.

Study Abroad

International business is a daily reality for companies of all sizes. Our study abroad programs are designed specifically for MBA students and allow you to experience international business firsthand. Trips to Brazil, China, India and other international business hubs include visits to corporate headquarters of global corporations, tours of international distribution centers and interviews with corporate executives as well as an introduction to the diverse cultures of the country.

Project Teams and Competitions

As part of the Walton MBA Program, you will potentially participate in a variety of independent projects and team competitions. Walton MBA students have enjoyed much success in the Donald W. Reynolds Governor's Cup business plan competition, as well as the Sam M. Walton College of Business International Graduate Logistics Case Competition and the R.I.S.E (Redefining Investment Strategy Education) international student managed investment fund competition.

Graduate Assistantships and Internships

The Walton MBA is industry specific, market driven, and leverages the unique strengths of the Walton College and our corporate partners. Students begin the three semester, 16 month program in January and complete 48 hours of coursework.

Professional Development

Professional Development is key to any individual’s growth. Even once you are in the workforce it is highly likely that you will be participating in professional development courses to keep you knowledgeable about new trends. As a result, we have incorporated this into our program. Requiring students to complete 48 hours of professional development and attend 10 speakers throughout the program.