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Atkinson Graduate School of Management

With programs in Portland and Salem, we are home to the #1 MBA in Oregon and the #2 MBA in the Pacific Northwest. Our programs connect you to employers, alumni, and hands-on experiences that accelerate your career.

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With a footprint in Salem and Portland, we’re leading the way in graduate education in Oregon.

The Pacific Northwest—with its burgeoning tech scene, entrepreneurial spirit, and socially conscious ethos—is an incredible place to start or grow your career in business, not-for-profit, and government management.

Atkinson Graduate School of Management offers flexible MBA pathways for professionals at every stage. Our newly redesigned MBA for Professionals is a hybrid, part-time program that lets you lead with confidence and apply what you learn immediately.

Recognized among Oregon’s leading business schools, Atkinson combines hands-on learning, world-class faculty, and a supportive network to prepare graduates for real-world impact and lifelong success. Graduates can also take advantage of our MBA for Life program, which allows alumni to enroll in select courses tuition-free. Explore our Salem MBA programsPortland MBA programs, or discover additional certificates and programs to advance your career.

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Our Graduate Business and Management Programs

Atkinson Graduate School of Management offers several Oregon MBA programs, plus a variety of executive education and certificate programs. Wherever you are on your professional journey, we likely have an option for you.

  • Early Career & Career Change MBA

    Salem. In Person. Two Years.
    Ideal for recent undergrads or professionals looking for a career change, this full-time MBA program is rich with elective options, concentration paths, and hands-on opportunities you can incorporate on a resume.

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  • One-Year MBA

    Salem. In Person. One Year.
    Turn your undergraduate business degree into a graduate degree. This intensive, accelerated MBA program is designed for ambitious students looking to get a jumpstart in their careers.

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  • STEM MBA

    Salem. In Person. Two Years.
    Combine the power of STEM and management. Our program helps students use analytical tools to drive important management decisions.

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  • MBA for Professionals

    Portland and Salem. Hybrid. Two Years.
    Designed for working professionals, our flexible hybrid program lets you gain new skills and move your career forward. Apply what you learn immediately in your current role while preparing for what’s next.

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  • Master's in Accounting and Finance

    Salem. In Person. 9 to 24 Months.
    Our MS in Accounting and Finance is an economy-resilient degree that blends liberal arts skills with technical depth. Gain financial fluency skills and practical experience to help you advance your goals.

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  • JD/MBA

    Salem. In Person. 4 Years.
    Earn two powerful degrees in less time. This accelerated degree program prepares future lawyers and leaders to navigate business, law, and strategy with confidence.

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  • MBA/MSDS

    Salem. In Person. 5 Semesters.
    Blend business leadership with data expertise. This accelerated degree program equips students to turn complex data into smart strategy and strong decision-making.

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  • BA/MBA

    Salem. In Person. 5 Years.
    Start your MBA early and save time. This accelerated pathway allows Willamette undergraduate students to pair a strong liberal arts education with advanced business training.

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Best in the Pacific Northwest (and Beyond)

While other Oregon business schools offer strong programs, our AACSB- and NASPAA-accredited MBA is consistently ranked the top MBA program in Oregon, one of the top in the Pacific Northwest, and among the best in the nation.

#1 Business School in Oregon - Poets and Quants and Bloomberg Businessweek ranked us one of the best business schools in the U.S. for 2025
#1 For Entrepreneurship and Learning - We're #1 in the Pacific Northwest for Entrepreneurship and Learning according to Bloomberg Businessweek for 2025
Top 100 MBA in the Nation - According to US News & World Reports, Poets and Quants, Bloomberg Business Week, and CEO Magazine for 2025

Why Willamette


Bloomberg Businessweek 2025-26

  • #1 Oregon and #2 PNW Overall
  • #1 Oregon and #2 PNW Compensation
  • #1 Oregon and #2 PNW Networking
  • #1 Oregon and #2 PNW Inclusion
  • #1 Oregon and #1 PNW Entrepreneurship
  • #1 Oregon and #1 PNW Learning

Other

  • 1 of only 2 Tier One in OR (CEO Magazine rankings)
  • 1 of only 3 ranked in OR (Princeton Review)
  • #1 in Oregon and #2 PNW MBA (Poets and Quants)
  • #2 in Oregon (US News and World Reports)
  • #2 in Oregon (US World University Rankings)

Our Faculty

Our distinguished faculty are influential business leaders in their fields and in the classroom. These scholars and practitioners bring intellectual curiosity and real-world insight to our MBA program, and their original research benefits communities near and far.

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Hands-On Learning Experiences

MBA students gain real-world experience through case studies, internships, and student-managed portfolios, including the O’Neill Investment Fund, Angel Fund, and Philanthropic Investment for Community Impact. A hallmark experience of the Early Career & Career Change MBA students is PACE (Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises), which entails a six-month consulting engagement with a non-profit client.

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Find Career Support

Whether you're preparing to negotiate salary, eager to build connections with other employers, or interested in management roles, you'll find the right level of support at Willamette. We offer a dedicated Career Development Center focused on MBA, accounting, and finance students. Develop a formal mentorship, join a career fair, or participate in a company information session to build your network.

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Apply to the Willamette MBA

The first step in applying to a Willamette graduate program is to determine which of our programs is right for you. From there, you can explore the admissions criteria, gather the required documents, and start your application.

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Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Find competitive tuition rates and a range of financial support options to make graduate education more accessible. Learn more about the costs, options, and available scholarships for Willamette MBA students.

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Certificate and Executive Education

Looking to continue your education? Willamette offers an Executive Development Center with programs to support healthcare leadership, project management, public management, and utilities management.

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Take the Next Steps

If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, consider Willamette, Oregon’s premier MBA program. Request more information or start your application today.

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