Program Overview

Introduction to the Dual MBA/MPA Program

The dual MBA/MPA program is designed to produce graduates who are ready to make an immediate impact in institutions that require strong leadership. This program is offered by NYU Stern and NYU Wagner, providing a highly-integrated dual degree in business and public service.

Program Structure

The program offers comprehensive training in the fundamentals of business and general management, as well as foundational public policy training. Students can choose from over 20 specialization areas at NYU Stern and specialize in policy analysis, international development, nonprofit/public management, or public finance at NYU Wagner. The program is completed in three years, with students enrolling full-time and taking courses within the MBA (51 credits) and MPA (33 credits) programs concurrently.

Admission to the MBA/MPA Program

Applicants to the MBA/MPA program must complete an application for each school. Admission to the dual degree program is only granted upon admission to both NYU Stern and the Wagner School of Public Service. Individuals who already hold the MPA degree are not eligible for admission to the MBA/MPA program.

Tuition and Financial Aid

MBA/MPA students pay full tuition and fees at the school through which they are registered each semester. Merit scholarships are awarded based on a holistic review of the admissions application to each school. Financial aid, including federal and private loans, is administered by the school in which a student is registered in a particular semester.

Career Services

Students are encouraged to take advantage of all career counseling and placement services at both NYU Stern and Wagner throughout the dual degree program. Career counselors are available to aid students in areas such as résumé preparation, interviewing techniques, networking, and career option assessment.

Student Life

Dual degree students are encouraged to become involved in campus life at both schools, with dozens of student organizations and clubs available at both Stern and Wagner.

Career Opportunities

Alumni of the program strive to make an immediate and positive impact on business and society, with successful careers in many fields, including:

• Social Entrepreneurship
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Social Impact Investing
• Public-Private Partnerships and Hybrid Organizations
• Lobbying and Government Affairs
• Complex, Highly Regulated Industries (e.g., Healthcare, Energy)

Program Details

The dual MBA/MPA program is designed for leaders who want to solve the most vexing challenges at the local, national, and global levels. Students are immersed in an education about the business, nonprofit, and government sectors and are interested in working across those sectors.