Master of Business Administration

Built for practice.

The Else School of Management MBA is a high-touch, immersive experience. Courses emphasize hands-on projects, live case work, and applied analysis that connect classroom learning directly to practice. Students may pursue either the traditional MBA or the MBA with Analytics, a STEM-designated option that builds advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Delivered in a collaborative, in-person environment, the program is designed to develop capable leaders and foster strong professional networks.

Why Millsaps?

In their own words

Charlie Ellery, Class of 2024

“For anyone thinking about taking their master's at Millsaps college, I highly recommend doing so. It is such a unique experience being in small classes. You aren’t another number. The evening classes allow you to take advantage of great internships or job opportunities all while participating in a high-level master's program.”

Featured Courses

Here is a sampling of a few courses that might pique your interest.

Econ 679 Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Harness the power of decision trees, the application of probability concepts in decisions, and the use of regression analysis in decision making in uncertain times.

BUSI 605 Strategic Management — Concepts and Applications

Tackle business challenges from a strategic and comprehensive viewpoint.

Degree Options

Discover your degree and certification options available for this field of study.

Master of Business Administration, M.B.A.

Through a comprehensive and advanced management curriculum, the MBA program prepares students to recognize organizational problems and opportunities, to determine a socially responsible course of action, communicate effectively and implement a strategy that seizes both internal and external opportunities.

Master of Business Administration with Analytics, M.B.A.A.

Our Master of Business Administration with Analytics (MBAA) program is crafted for those seeking to lead in a variety of business settings. With a core curriculum encompassing management, marketing, finance, and an in-depth exploration of data management, analytics, artificial intelligence, and data visualization, this program prepares students to drive innovation and growth in any industry.

Evening Classes

In-person evening classes designed for working professionals.

Collaborative Classroom

Small classes that emphasize discussion, teamwork, and shared learning.

Experienced Faculty

Faculty who bring current experience and personal engagement to the classroom.

Our distinctive strengths

Built for You The Else School of Management MBA is intentionally designed to support students as individuals. Small classes, engaged faculty, and an applied curriculum allow instructors to understand students’ professional goals and shape discussion, projects, and feedback accordingly. The result is a focused, high-touch learning environment that respects students’ experience, time, and career trajectory.

Small class sizes that enable meaningful discussion and individualized feedback
Coursework grounded in real workplace challenges
Personalized academic mentorship from faculty who know students and their goals
Opportunities for international study led by Else School faculty
In-person evening classes that accommodate both full-time and part-time students.
Flexible degree pathways, including the MBA with Analytics (STEM)
Focus areas in marketing, finance, and data analytics.

Recent job placements

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company
HORNE
Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Atmos Energy
KPMG
Carr, Riggs & Ingram
Hancock Whitney
FORVIS
Ernst & Young (EY)
Cooperative Energy
Resolute Wealth Strategies
BBG Real Estate Services

University of Mississippi Medical Center
Trustmark Bank
Harper, Rains, Knight & Company
Walmart
Entergy
Innovate Mississippi
Ten One Strategies
Ross & Yerger
Hope Enterprises
Hershey
Nucor Skyline
C Spire
Cadence Bank

Gain hands-on experience

Using real corporate clients, our classes offer meaningful and impactful learning experiences. In our classrooms, you may create a marketing plan for a local company, rework the distribution network for an organization, or develop a comprehensive plan for the launch of a new product. Your experience may also include an internship with our team of ELSEWORKS Analysts - a group of students and faculty members who consult directly with local business and industry.

Study Abroad

You can explore the world with Else School of Management’s International Study Programs. European Business Program: Immerse yourself in the heart of Europe’s bustling business and cultural hubs with our European Business Program. Choose between a three-week or six-week summer course, where you’ll experience the vibrant life and rich business landscapes of cities like London, Dublin, Munich and Florence. This program is an exceptional opportunity to broaden your horizons, network internationally and gain invaluable insights into European business practices. Semester Break in Mérida, Mexico: Venture to Casa Millsaps in Mérida, Mexico, during the semester break. This unique two-week experience at the Millsaps College mini-campus in the Yucatán Peninsula offers an intimate look into the business world of Mexico. You’ll visit local companies and organizations, gaining firsthand knowledge of Mexican business operations. Beyond the corporate world, delve into the rich Mexican culture, learning about its traditions and customs in a way that books and classrooms can’t provide.

Upcoming Study-Abroad Classes