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TOGETHER, WE WILL THINK BIG.
At Rice Business, we don’t just help you advance your career — we prepare you to redefine what’s possible. Our top-ranked MBA blends practical learning, personalized support and a network that opens doors. You’ll gain essential business expertise, sharpen your leadership skills and thrive in a community built on innovation and collaboration. With rigorous academics and unmatched resources, the Rice MBA empowers you to step confidently into your next chapter. Explore our Full-Time, Professional, Executive, Online and Hybrid MBA programs today.
 | Join a Collaborative, Inclusive Network. |
| Build an Entrepreneurial Mindset. |
| Gain Global Experience in the Core Curriculum. |
| Leverage Houston’s Thriving Business Community. |
Together, We Will Change the World.
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Whether you’re seriously considering your next move or just starting to explore, we’re here to answer your questions. Learn more about our programs and what it takes to apply for Fall 2026.
Why Rice is the Best MBA For You
Join the Rice Network.
When you join Rice Business, you join a loyal network of 10,000+ lifelong learners, disruptors and leaders. From current students to faculty, staff and alums, you will always be one or two connections away from reaching someone who can help transform your career. Understand the power of the Rice University degree. Learn the true meaning of your network at Rice Business.
Best MBA Classroom Experience.
At Rice Business, you'll receive personalized attention in classes and be on a first-name basis with faculty, staff and classmates. Think big, develop your leadership skills and connect with ambitious, creative people who match your drive. Tailor classes to match the unique path you want to take, no matter which program you choose.
Exceptional Career Outcomes.
The talent and experience of Rice Business students draws a wide variety of companies. Top employers recruit from all types of industries: technology, banking, nonprofit, real estate, healthcare, energy, consulting and more. For the Classes of 2022-2024, the average starting salary for graduates was $150k and 100% of students seeking internships secured them. The Rice MBA continues to deliver results. And it will for you too.
Space City. H-Town. Houston.
Welcome to one of America's most affordable and diverse cities — and the vibrant backyard of your MBA. Rice Business is a top-ranked program nestled in the heart of Houston. While you’ll spend a ton of time on campus, Houston gives you room to explore, with more than 12,000 restaurants, arts, sports and nearly 40,000 acres of green space. Think foodie heaven, off-the-grid culture, wildcatter innovation. Meet you there.
Personally Speaking
The most surprising part so far is how much I have learned by just completing one semester! The Rice MBA program truly prepares you for your internship with intensive core classes and makes you competitive on the MBA internship and job markets.
Aster Haileyesus
Rice MBA
The community at Rice is unparalleled. It's teeming with talent, energy and inspiration. The people you meet here will shape your experience and impact your life in unimaginable ways.
Jasper Knighten
Rice MBA
I love the faculty at Rice Business, and I have really enjoyed attending some of the research seminars to get a sense of the work being done at the forefront of finance and management. They’re always insightful and they’ve given me the opportunity to apply new skills and knowledge from the classroom to real-world scenarios.
Will Matheson
Rice MBA
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Want to level up your career, change lanes, or lead with greater impact? At Rice Business, you’ll find MBA options designed around your goals and your life. You belong here.
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Be Among the First to Experience Our New State-of-the-Art Facility
Step into our brand-new, 112,000-square-foot facility, located next to the iconic McNair Hall. Featuring state-of-the-art classrooms and collaborative spaces, this expansion enhances our campus experience. As an incoming MBA student, you could be among the first to fully experience this innovative space, designed for the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs.