Full-Time MBA
Become the leader companies compete for. A STEM-designated, two-year MBA that pairs core management with a specialisation — and qualifies you for up to three years of work in the US.
- ✓ Study at a business school ranked among the US top 30 (US News 2026)
- ✓ A STEM-designated MBA — qualify for 36-month OPT work authorisation
- ✓ Choose a specialisation: finance, analytics, supply chain, marketing or entrepreneurship
This full-time MBA builds the core of modern management — strategy, finance, operations, marketing and leadership — then lets you go deep in a specialisation that matches your career goals. You'll work on live consulting projects with real companies and build a network that follows you for life.
Graduates step into management, consulting and finance roles across the US and the GCC — and, because the program is STEM-designated, qualify to work in the US for up to three years on OPT.
Same field, different universities
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASU W.P. Carey ★ This programme | 🇺🇸 USA | Master's | 2 years | $59,000 |
| ESADE Barcelona Top-10 EU | 🇪🇸 Spain | Master's | 15–18 mo. | €79,300 |
| King's College London QS #31 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £33,000 |
| Corvinus Budapest QS ~511 | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Bachelor's | 3 years | €3,800 |
| Caucasus University Georgia | 🇬🇪 Georgia | Bachelor's | 4 years | $3,500 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, GPA 3.0+ | |
| Experience | 2+ years of full-time work preferred | |
| English | TOEFL iBT 100 / IELTS 7.0 | |
| GMAT / GRE | Often waivable for strong profiles | |
| Documents | Resume, essays, 2 recommendations, passport | |
Short on work experience or worried about the GMAT? We match you to the right MBA — including waiver-friendly and one-year options — at no cost.
Core curriculum
Career outcomes
$125,000
Median post-MBA base salary
3-year OPT
STEM-designated work authorisation
92%
Employed within 3 months of graduating
Top recruiters
Deloitte, Amazon, Intel, JPMorgan
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | $59,000 |
| Total programme cost | 2 years | $118,000 |
| Enrolment deposit | Required to confirm seat & I-20 | $1,000 |
| SEVIS fee (I-901) | One-time US government fee | $350 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Specifically designed for international MBA students at top-ranked programmes. No cosigner required; rates based on future earning potential. ASU W. P. Carey is an eligible programme.
MBA students can do paid summer internships between Year 1 and Year 2 via CPT. Average MBA internship salary: $15,000–$25,000 for a 10–12 week placement. This offsets costs and builds your US resume.
Monthly budget in Phoenix / Tempe
Phoenix and Tempe are significantly more affordable than MBA hubs like New York, Boston, or San Francisco — offering a high quality of life with a lower price tag.
F-1 visa financial proof: you must demonstrate ~$20,000–$25,000/year in living expenses (in addition to tuition) through bank statements or sponsor letter.
F-1 visa requirements
| Visa type | F-1 Student Visa | |
| I-20 required | Certificate of Eligibility issued by ASU | |
| SEVIS fee (I-901) | $350 (one-time, paid before interview) | |
| Visa application fee | $185 | |
| Financial proof | ~$80,000/year (tuition + living expenses) | |
| Post-graduation (OPT) | 12 months + 24 months STEM extension = 36 months | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full F-1 process — from I-20 to embassy interview preparation.
Hear from our students
"The W. P. Carey MBA completely transformed my career. The STEM designation was a huge draw — I now have 3 years to build my career in the US. My summer internship at Deloitte turned into a full-time offer. My counsellor helped me get a $20,000 scholarship."
"Phoenix is an amazing city for MBA students — the tech scene is booming and the cost of living is much lower than New York or Chicago. The applied consulting projects gave me real-world experience that made all the difference in interviews."
Frequently asked questions
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