Cornell Johnson MPS in Management
Overview
Cornell Johnson’s MPS in Management program is a ten-month, full-time, in-person program located at Cornell University’s campus in Ithaca, New York. The Johnson MPS in Management program seeks recent college graduates who are interested in a management degree to help them launch a business career. Johnson is not seeking applicants with undergraduate business degrees. For international students seeking a U.S. work visa, Johnson’s MPS in management degree is a STEM-designated degree program.
| Program Attributes | Johnson MPS in Management Attributes |
| Program Type: | Full time, in person, on campus |
| Duration of Program | 10 months, August – June |
| Location of Program | Ithaca, NY, U.S. |
| Admissions Deadlines | December 1, January 15, March 1, April 15 |
| STEM Designation? | Yes |
| Work Experience Requirement | Applicants do not need work experience to be eligible to enroll |
| Undergraduate Major Requirement | Seeks recent college graduates with any major except business |
| 2024 – 2025 Tuition | $68,380 |
Curriculum
The 10-month Johnson MPS in Management program is split into four modules, two in the fall and two in the spring. Every student must complete 30 credits to graduate. There are 20 required courses (five per module) that comprise the 30 credits. Students that have already completed the equivalent of a required course may substitute an elective to fulfill the 30-credit requirement. Some examples of required courses include Managerial Economics, Negotiations, Investments, and Marketing Strategy. In addition to required courses, students may choose from electives including Finance, Accounting, General Management, and Business Law.
Careers
Cornell Johnson offers its MPS in Management students three Career Practicums to improve career skills prior to graduating. The first Career Practicum introduces career readiness skills to students through multiple career-focused events and reflections on the events. The second Career Practicum exposes students to consulting frameworks, cases, and tools, along with hosting guest speakers in the consulting industry. The third Career Practicum focuses on guest speakers in c-suite positions as part of the Johnson Profiles in Leadership course. After listening to a guest speaker, students hold a discussion on the current event issues brought to attention by the speaker. In addition to Career Practicums, students also receive one-on-one career coaching and opportunities to attend workshops through the Johnson Career Management Office.
Tuition, Scholarships, and Financial Aid
The total tuition for the Johnson MPS in Management program is $68,380. All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships. Federal and private loans are accepted. Cornell undergraduate students may be eligible and apply for the Reisch Fellowship in funding their MPS in Management education.
Admissions
Applicants to the Cornell Johnson MPS in Management Program must have completed or be in the process of completing the equivalent of a Cornell Undergraduate Business Minor. This includes introductory courses in Economics, Statistics, Business or Management, Financial Accounting, Finance, and Marketing.
Cornell Johnson MPS in Management Program Application Requirements
- College transcripts
- Completion of business minor courses (economics, statistics, business/management, accounting, finance, and marketing)
- GMAT/GRE test scores
- Two Letters of Recommendation (one academic and one professional)
- Four Essays
- Video Interview
- $105 Application Fee (waivers available)
- Resume
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test is required for international students
Application Deadlines
The Johnson MPS in Management application deadlines are:
Round 1: December 1, 2024
Round 2: January 15, 2025
Round 3: March 1, 2025
Round 4: April 15, 2025