Working Professional MBA

It’s flexible and personalized

Fisher's Working Professional MBA program delivers an educational experience shaped for you — and by you. Learn to think critically, cross-functionally, conceptually, and apply that knowledge to make decisions. Working with your academic advisor, you'll also align the degree with unique passions, develop principled leadership and close skill gaps on a schedule that makes it possible without leaving your job behind.

• Weekday evening and weekend class options
• On-campus and/or online flexibility
• Take 1.5 to 9 credit hours in Autumn, Spring or Summer
• Complete the degree in as little as two years (2.5 typical)
• 43% electives: Pursue topics of personal interest, including analytics, finance, marketing, leadership and operations
• Set a schedule that best matches the demands of your time

Program structure and curriculum

3 steps to get you started:

1. View our "Applying & Deadlines" page: View the round deadlines and application requirements for Fisher's Working Professional MBA. You should also create an online application profile by starting your application here.
2. Register for an info session: Fisher's info sessions and webinars give you an overview of our top-ranked Working Professional MBA, admissions tips and more.
3. Check your GMAT/GRE/EA waiver eligibility: Many of our Working Professional MBA applicants are eligible for the GMAT/GRE/EA waiver. Check your eligibility now >

Make an impact

Learning by doing is a cornerstone of Fisher's immersive, action-based MBA curriculum, and there are many ways to engage with organizations near and far on real projects. These opportunities build upon the business foundation from your core courses and electives.

• Case-based learning
• Case and business plan competitions
• Live and action-based projects with exciting companies
• Executive luncheon series
• Networking opportunities
• Going to the Gemba
• Global Business Expeditions (GBE)
• Global Applied Projects (GAP)
• The Washington Campus

Explore Experiential Learning

Get connected. Stay connected.

By enrolling in the WPMBA program, you’ll join a network of diverse classmates with varied perspectives and professional experience at organizations such as Abbott, AEP, Amazon, Battelle, Cardinal Health, Deloitte, Honda, JPMorgan Chase, Nationwide, P&G and the U.S. military. Opportunities to grow your network include connecting with Fisher alumni as well as with more than 100 of the college’s world-class faculty.

Alumni and Friends

3 steps to get you started:

1. View our "Applying & Deadlines" page: View the round deadlines and application requirements for Fisher's Working Professional MBA. You should also create an online application profile by starting your application here.
2. Register for an info session: Fisher's info sessions and webinars give you an overview of our top-ranked Working Professional MBA, admissions tips and more.
3. Check your GMAT/GRE/EA waiver eligibility: Many of our Working Professional MBA applicants are eligible for the GMAT/GRE/EA waiver. Check your eligibility now >

An immersive experience with sustained support

At Fisher, WPMBA students receive access to career services and support not found at other institutions. A network of support helps you meet the challenges of working and attending school, and we understand each student's unique academic needs and professional goals. It's a tight-knit culture with peers from exciting backgrounds and big university resources.

• One-on-one academic advising, career coaching and professional development
• Career support that starts before you arrive and continues after graduation
• Resume review, interview prep, and a wealth of other career resources.
• Accessible industry experts help you grow
• Connect with companies for workshops and career fairs each year
• Extensive corporate outreach - Fortune 100, 500, 1000 companies recruit at Fisher
• Small class sizes promote engagement and collaboration
• Deep connections with peers and faculty
• Leadership development is prioritized with many opportunities to grow
• Become part of the Ohio State network, one of the nation's largest alumni bases

Learn more about coaching & development

Three steps to get you started:

1. View our "Applying & Deadlines" page: View the round deadlines and application requirements for Fisher's Working Professional MBA. You should also create an online application profile by starting your application here.
2. Register for an info session: Fisher's info sessions and webinars give you an overview of our top-ranked Working Professional MBA, admissions tips and more.
3. Check your GMAT/GRE/EA waiver eligibility: Many of our Working Professional MBA applicants are eligible for the GMAT/GRE/EA waiver. Check your eligibility now >