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Drexel LeBow’s Accelerated Full-Time MBA

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Lead industry solutions with our future-ready MBA.

Drexel LeBow’s Accelerated Full-Time MBA provides streamlined, holistic and customizable plans of study for those looking to start or change their careers. Located in downtown Philadelphia, our future-ready program will provide you with critical insights in leadership, data and technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, while building experience through our new course in strategic career management and professional development and more.

Immediately apply learnings in your work and graduate ready to thrive in your career.

Flexible Timeframe

Complete the full-time degree in 12, 15 or 18 months on our University City Campus in Philadelphia.

Market-Driven Curriculum

Take courses that consistently evolve to meet the latest market needs in today’s ever-changing business environment. This approach equips you with the sought-after know-how to lead and innovate within your industry.

STEM and Non-STEM MBA Concentrations

Choose from a variety of concentrations, including STEM-designated* options such as applied AI in business and business analytics.

Experiential Learning

Gain real-world insights through a new professional development course and select from experiential electives such as a graduate internship, a digital marketing course and more.

Personalized Career Support

Receive career and networking support from LeBow’s new, centralized Center for Career Readiness.

* Students with F-1 visas can apply for a 24-month OPT extension (beyond the standard 12 months) if they meet noted criteria.

CEO Magazine Tier One Global MBA Rankings 2025

MBA Curriculum

The Accelerated Full-Time MBA features required coursework in major business disciplines including finance, legal frameworks and data privacy, management, marketing strategy, supply chain management and more. Students can further personalize their coursework through a variety of business concentrations, experiential electives and more.

View a full-time MBA plan of study
Learn more about the full-time MBA in the Drexel Catalog

Program Options

The Accelerated Full-Time MBA can be completed in as little as 12 months or up to 18 months to accommodate schedules, career paths and academic goals. Students choose from the following options:

12 Months

This is the most accelerated program with a rigorous course schedule and is ideal for individuals with previous experience in industry related to their career goals.

15 Months

An accelerated program that also allows students to complete one summer internship, the 15-month MBA is a good option for those looking to add more experience to their résumé or are considering a career change.

18 Months

With a focus on career and professional development, this is the most immersive MBA option, allowing students to complete one summer internship during the 18-month program.

MBA Degree Concentrations

Our MBA program concentrations allow you to focus on an area of interest within business. Several concentrations are STEM-designated and offer a comprehensive business education through a blend of interdisciplinary technical, quantitative and professional skills with the added benefit of participating in unique experiential learning opportunities. MBA STEM-designated concentrations allow students with F-1 visas to apply for a 24-month OPT extension, beyond the standard 12 months, if they meet noted criteria.

LeBow Alum Walker Allen

I’m a generalist, and so while I’m not doing balanced scorecards every day, practicing that in class taught me to think about financial reporting as a management function.

Executive Director, CCS Business Operations

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Somehow, every class gives you a ‘wow’ moment, where you understand something you’ve thought about before but didn’t know how to explain.

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Dual Degrees for MBA Students

The LeBow College of Business partners with the Kline School of Law, College of Medicine and Westphal College of Media Arts and Design to provide students advanced business education to enhance their careers in less time than it takes to complete the two programs separately. Dual degree programs include:

Experiential Learning for MBA Students 

A practical, hands-on approach is embedded into graduate programs at LeBow, integrating experiential learning across all components of the student experience. Research-driven consulting projects, industry speakers, competitions and other engagements allow students to learn from leading companies.

Students also have opportunities to connect directly with corporate and industry partners through:

Learn more about experiential learning for graduate students

Career Coaching and Student Support 

Drexel LeBow’s Center for Career Readiness is committed to providing students, alumni and employer partners with top-notch service, resources and programming, including personalized career guidance, job search support and networking opportunities, to help you build long-term success in an evolving job market.

Learn more about graduate career services

Campus and Facilities

Gerri C. LeBow Hall from Pearlman Plaza Sunset

Our 12-story, 177,500-square-foot home, Gerri C. LeBow Hall, is located at the heart of the Drexel University campus, which is located in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, home to the city’s vibrant research and technology corridor. Being located in Philadelphia, and within a short distance of New York and Washington D.C. means Drexel LeBow students have access, not just to our 1700+ industry partners but also to a wealth of experience from leaders in the business, research and governmental fields.

Learn more about the LeBow campus and community

Connect with Us

To learn more about Drexel LeBow’s MBA program, prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session or request additional information.

Graduate Office

215.895.2115