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Pat Nguyen

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Beyond the rankings: The MBA market heading into Fall 2026

The MBA market is entering a new phase of growth—but not all programs are benefiting equally. While total enrollment has reached a record high, fueled by continued expansion in Online MBAs and renewed strength in Full-Time programs, the competitive landscape is becoming increasingly segmented. Elite institutions continue to gain market share, online programs are reshaping the industry, and rankings still influence applicant decisions—but they tell only part of the story. Our latest analysis explores the enrollment trends, market shifts, and competitive dynamics that business schools need to understand before the next recruiting cycle.

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The Race to AI Education: How Business Schools Are Responding to Surging Workforce Demand 

Business schools aren’t waiting to see how AI reshapes the workforce—they’re building for it now. From standalone AI graduate degrees to MBA specializations and certificates, institutions are using different program models to test demand, move quickly, and stake an early claim in AI education. The result is a rapidly evolving program landscape that mirrors how schools have historically responded to emerging fields like healthcare, accounting, and supply chain.