In Fortune’s recently released Best MBA Programs for 2025, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Haslam College of Business placed No. 15 among public U.S. schools and No. 36 overall. Haslam also was recognized for being one of the fastest rising schools in the ranking, moving up 16 spots from last year.
Preparing Students for the Business World
Mary Goss, the college’s executive director of graduate business programs, called the ranking a reflection of the quality of the overall experience in the program.
“Our connections in the business world enable the college to deliver academic content that is current and relevant,” Goss said. “Students experience a supportive academic environment at the Haslam College of Business, where the faculty and staff take a concierge approach to meeting their needs. They are immersed in experiential learning presented by faculty who are leaders in their disciplines. With the knowledge, skills and tools gained in the classroom augmented by numerous opportunities for professional development, our graduates emerge from the MBA program prepared to take action immediately in their new roles and become leaders in the business world.”
Fortune’s Ranking Methodology
To compile its list of best MBAs, Fortune analyzed data from nearly 100 MBA programs. It considered 11 key ranking factors, including base salaries of recent graduates, cost of tuition, graduation rates and the number of MBA alumni now serving in Fortune 1000 C-suite positions. Fortune provides more information on its approach to the data at Methodology for Fortune’s 2025 ranking of the best MBA programs.
About the Haslam College of Business Graduate and Executive Education Programs
Haslam offers graduate and executive education programs that prepare students to reach their full potential and advance their careers. At the master’s level, these programs include the Haslam Full-Time MBA, Online MBA, Professional MBA, Executive MBA (Global Supply Chain, Healthcare Leadership and Strategic Leadership), Aerospace and Defense MBA, Physician Executive MBA, Master of Accountancy, MA in Economics, MS Business Analytics, MS Management and Human Resources, MS Marketing, MS in Supply Chain Management Online and MS in Business Cybersecurity Online. Haslam also offers a full portfolio of doctoral programs.
Haslam’s graduate programs address real-world challenges through an interdisciplinary approach that develops both analytical and leadership skills. Its faculty are industry thought leaders, seasoned practitioners and accomplished researchers who work tirelessly to create dynamic, relevant and impactful learning experiences.
CONTACT:
—
Scott McNutt, senior business writer/publicist, rmcnutt4@utk.edu
