THE RICE FULL-TIME MBA
Certainty is a luxury. Adaptability is a skill.
Prepare for what's next.
Business is changing quickly. At Rice Business, you’ll learn how to adapt when the ground moves. You’ll build a strong foundation in the fundamentals, then focus your MBA on the areas that matter to your goals. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use AI and emerging technologies to analyze information and make smarter decisions.
And you’ll do it all in our close-knit community, gaining a powerful network and learning directly from our renowned and accessible faculty whose research is shaping the future of business. With our growing home on campus and Houston as your backyard, our Full-Time MBA gives you the chance to immerse yourself in the MBA experience and build toward the career you want. Make your next move count.

Build the strategic and analytical skills to use AI effectively and lead with an edge.

Choose from 100+ electives and 10 specializations, shaping your MBA around your goals.

Gain hands-on, global experience in the core curriculum.

Get personalized leadership and career coaching to pivot or advance in your career.

Gain the credibility of a nationally ranked MBA, in the top 10 for finance and consulting.
Intentionally Growing. Verifiably Great.
Want To Know More?
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 the Class of 2029.
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 in the heart of Houston. As an incoming MBA student, you could be among the first to fully experience this innovative space, designed for the next generation of leaders.
Apply Early. Apply Today.
Round 1 Deadline: October 16
Applications for the Class of 2029 are now open. Whether you're advancing your career, pivoting industries or stepping into bigger leadership roles, Rice Business offers flexible MBA programs (Full-Time, Evening, Weekend, Hybrid, Online and Executive) built around your goals.
Apply early for the strongest shot at a seat next fall.
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Where Can Our Full-Time MBA Take You?
Top Employers by Industry
| Finance | Consulting | Energy | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barclays | McKinsey & Company | Amerapex Corporation | Dell Technologies |
| Citigroup | Boston Consulting Group | CenterPoint Energy | Amazon |
| JPMorgan Chase | Infosys Consulting | Chevron | AT&T |
| Morgan Stanley | Bain & Company | ExxonMobil | Microsoft |
| RBC Capital Markets | Deloitte | Phillips 66 | HPE |
Personally Speaking
I felt welcomed by Rice Business from the beginning. Throughout the application process I was able to connect with current students, alumni and the admissions committee whenever I had questions.
Maya Stine
Rice MBA
From the moment I applied to now, the people at Rice Business have always been there to support me. I walked into the first semester with an offer.
John Hurdt
Rice MBA
The skills I'm learning at Rice give me the confidence to do new things. The Career Development Office helped me develop my resume and frame my background in a way that resonated well with employers. I couldn't have gotten this internship without them.
Robert Kempner
Rice MBA