Broad Executive MBA finds success on a global stage

For the third year in a row, the Executive MBA program at Michigan State University’s Broad College of Business is among the top 10 U.S. programs at public institutions ranked by Financial Times.

In FT’s Executive MBA ranking, released on Oct. 12, Broad’s EMBA came in at No. 21 among all U.S. schools and No. 9 among U.S. public institutions.

The program is designed for working professionals, offering flexible schedules, a collaborative learning environment, a strong alumni network and an excellent return on investment.

Surveyed at three years after graduation, Broad EMBA alumni reported a 57% increase in salary over their pre-EMBA salaries, putting the program at No. 1 among U.S. public programs for percentage increase on pre-EMBA salary.

“Our students regularly tell us that the Broad Executive MBA has been one of the best investments of their careers, opening doors to advancement, leadership growth and increased earning potential. It’s great to see that value recognized by the Financial Times,” Amy Joa, Associate Director of Corporate Partnerships and Outreach, MBA Programs, said.

Broad alums also reported average salaries over $186,000, the new highest in EMBA program history. Average salary has been rising since 2022 and, as FT reported, has recovered from a COVID-era dip across all ranked EMBA programs.

And Broad alumni don’t just increase their take-home pay. Financial Times’ survey of EMBA alumni puts Broad at No. 45 globally and No. 5 among U.S. public institutions for career progress, meaning that they’re taking on new challenges, being promoted and moving to larger companies within three years of graduation. More than two-thirds of Broad alumni (69 percent) also reported that they achieved the goals they set out to reach when they enrolled in the program.

“What makes this program so impactful is seeing our students apply what they learn in real time, creating value for their organizations while positioning themselves for what’s next in their careers,” William Horton-Anderson, interim director of MBA programs, said.

“The Executive MBA goes beyond salary growth. It’s equipping experienced professionals with the leadership skills, strategic perspective and business acumen to advance their careers and make a greater impact on their organizations.”

Financial Times ranks business schools on three sets of criteria: salary (both the amount and the increase over pre-EMBA salary) provided by alumni, information about the program provided by participating schools, and FT research rank, calculated after a search of scholarly journals. This rank emphasizes the importance of not only connecting research to practice but also developing the research and business knowledge that students will need in the future.

“The value of Broad’s Executive MBA lies in combining cutting-edge research with real-world business expertise. By bringing together leading scholars and experienced industry practitioners, we provide students with the knowledge, insights and leadership skills to advance their careers and navigate an evolving business landscape,” Ayalla Ruvio, Associate Dean for MBA and Master’s Programs, said.

The Broad College comes in at No. 9 among U.S. public institutions on FT’s research rank, which reflects the number of scholarly articles published in a key set of internationally recognized journals between January 2024 and May 2026. Broad is ranked No. 21 among all U.S. schools and No. 52 overall for research.

Only the top 100 schools globally are ranked; this year, as with last year, 129 schools participated in the FT EMBA ranking. Overall, the Broad EMBA program ranked No. 96 globally, up from No. 98 in the 2025 ranking.

See the full ranking at Financial Times. Then, connect with the Executive MBA program on LinkedIn and request more information to see if a Broad EMBA is right for you.