Top 10 business schools for securing high-paying jobs

A Stanford MBA graduate secures a job with an average salary of Rs 1.21 crore.

Securing a job in today’s competitive market requires a mix of hard and soft skills, and an MBA can provide students with a significant edge, often resulting in higher salaries and long-term financial gains. The QS Global MBA Rankings 2024, released on Wednesday, offer valuable insights for students aiming to enroll in top business schools worldwide. By analyzing data from over 200 business schools globally, the top 10 institutions for graduates securing top-tier positions were identified. These leading MBA programs not only promise a substantial salary increase but also offer long-term returns on investment (ROI).

Top 10 Business Schools For High-Paying Jobs:

Stanford Graduate School of Business

Average Salary: US$145,559 (Rs 1.21 crore)

88% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$1,149,441 (Rs 9.56 crore).

Harvard Business School

Average Salary: US$137,293 (Rs 1.14 crore)

89% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$1,149,441 (Rs 9.56 crore).

University of Western Australia Business School

Average Salary: US$136,520 (Rs 1.13 crore)

94% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$919,375 (Rs 7.64 crore).

IMD Business School

Average Salary: US$135,635 (Rs 1.13 crore)

83% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$1,028,601 (Rs 8.54 crore).

The Wharton School

Average Salary: US$135,000 (Rs 1.12 crore)

95% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$878,307 (Rs 7.29 crore).

University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Average Salary: US$130,000 (Rs 1.08 crore)

96% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$893,793 (Rs 7.42 crore).

NYU Stern School of Business

Average Salary: US$129,059 (Rs 1.07 crore)

94% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$958,581 (Rs 7.95 crore).

Kellogg School of Management

Average Salary: US$128,415 (Rs 1.07 crore)

92% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$930,818 (Rs 7.72 crore).

Columbia Business School

Average Salary: US$128,343 (Rs 1.07 crore)

90% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$883,446 (Rs 7.34 crore).

Tuck School of Business

Average Salary: US$127,986 (Rs 1.06 crore)

92% of graduates accept job offers within 3 months.

10-year ROI: US$756,992 (Rs 6.29 crore).

These rankings underscore the significant financial benefits of an MBA from top institutions, making them an attractive choice for students seeking high salaries and long-term career growth.