Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University

Name

Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University

Legal name

The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business

Website

https://fisher.osu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1879

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education - Business School

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Marketing, Sales & Brand Management Schools (EDAHAHAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Undergraduate Business Schools (BBA/BSBA Programs) (EDAHAHAA), Executive Education & Corporate Programs (Non-degree) (EDAHAHAN), Finance, Accounting & Economics Schools (EDAHAHAD)

Keywords

• Business education
• MBA programs
• Executive education
• Undergraduate business
• Specialized master's degrees

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from undergraduate, graduate (MBA, specialized master's, PhD), and executive education programs. Different tuition structures for in-state, out-of-state, and international students, as well as varying rates across program types (full-time, part-time, online).
2. Philanthropic Giving and Fundraising: The Office of Advancement raises funds through cash gifts, pledges, matching gifts, endowments, estate planning, and donor-advised funds. Endowments require minimum $50,000 for unrestricted and $100,000 for restricted.
3. Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: Corporate partners provide financial support, recruit students, sponsor events, and collaborate on programs. Revenue includes corporate sponsorships, recruiting fees, and event partnerships.
4. Executive Education Programs: Custom corporate programs and individual professional development offerings generate revenue through program fees.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fisher College of Business delivers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and executive business education programs at The Ohio State University. Offerings span full-time and part-time MBAs, specialized master's degrees in accounting, finance, supply chain, analytics, HR, and operational excellence, PhD research programs, and custom corporate executive education. The college supplements classroom instruction with experiential learning through case competitions, Global Applied Projects, Business Lab Challenges, and industry immersions, supported by a 91,000+ alumni network and multiple specialized research centers.

Product overview

Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University offers a comprehensive portfolio of business education programs organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core academic offerings include undergraduate programs, multiple MBA formats (Full-Time, Working Professional, Executive, and Online), seven Specialized Master's programs (including Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operational Excellence, and Human Resource Management), PhD programs, and Executive Education. The portfolio also includes specialized research and practice centers such as the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship, Center for Innovation Strategies, National Center for the Middle Market, Dice Center for Financial Economics, The Risk Institute, and the Nationwide Center for Advanced Customer Insights. Together, these offerings provide a full spectrum of business education from undergraduate through doctoral levels, with executive education and research centers supporting professional development and industry engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Programs Four-year BSBA degree programs with admissions, honors, global opportunities, and leadership engagement for high school students and transfer students.
• Full-Time MBA Full-time immersive MBA program for early-career professionals advancing leadership and business acumen through collaborative learning.
• Working Professional MBA Part-time MBA program for working professionals combining in-person weekend classes with online components.
• Executive MBA MBA program for senior executives and experienced professionals enhancing strategic leadership capabilities.
• Online Working Professional MBA Fully online version of the Working Professional MBA providing flexibility for remote learners with the same curriculum quality.
• Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM) Specialized master's program in supply chain strategy, logistics, operations management, and global supply chain leadership.
• Specialized Master in Business - Analytics (SMB-A) Analytics-focused master's program preparing students to leverage analytical tools and techniques for business decision-making.
• Master of Accounting (MAcc) Graduate accounting program preparing students for CPA certification and careers in public accounting, corporate finance, and audit services.
• Master of Business Operational Excellence (MBOE) Operational excellence program focused on process improvement, lean methodologies, and organizational transformation.
• Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) Specialized master's program developing HR leadership, talent management, and organizational development capabilities.
• Specialized Master in Finance (SMF) Finance-focused master's program covering corporate finance, investment management, risk assessment, and financial analysis.
• PhD Programs Research-intensive doctoral programs preparing students for academic careers through scholarship, teaching, and research opportunities.
• Executive Education Professional development programs for executives and senior leaders, including custom corporate programs and individual professional development offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 270+ tax returns completed and $500,000+ in refunds secured through VITA community service program
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Coca-Cola Consolidated and The Coca-Cola CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026Multi-year student-driven sustainability partnership engaging interdisciplinary teams in developing approaches to energy use, recycling and waste management with hands-on learning opportunities.
• National Veterans Leadership FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Scholarship partnership providing up to five full-tuition scholarships for highly qualified veterans and military-connected individuals interested in earning an MBA or Executive Education.
• BattellecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2024Partnership for the 2026 Fisher Invitational, bringing MBA students from across the country for hands-on experience testing their analytic and strategic skills before company leaders.
• Deloitte FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2021Scholarship fund created by alumni affiliated with Deloitte, as well as the Deloitte Foundation, helping to advance diverse undergraduate and graduate accounting students and programming at Fisher.
• Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and Hagedorn Legacy FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Legacy Project partnership with The Ohio State University Center for Innovation Strategies, The Mayerson Academy, Global Financial Partners, and Whitehall City Schools. Coaching-centered program focusing on growth mindset, character strength, financial literacy and goal setting for high school students.
• JobsOhiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGAP (Global Applied Projects) partnership providing MBA students with real-world consulting experience while supporting Ohio's global business development.
• Center for Innovation Strategies (CIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFisher center creating and fostering connections that advance innovation and entrepreneurship. Partners on programs including Legacy Project and student entrepreneurship initiatives.
• Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal grant-funded center advancing international business education and research. Supports global programs, study abroad, and international business training including military training initiatives.
• Columbus City CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerC-Biz program partnership connecting established, small and minority-owned businesses with student consulting and analytical services. Includes Mod Squad social enterprise handyman service launch.
• Columbus Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFisher membership in Columbus Chamber of Commerce building commitment to establishing meaningful partnerships with the Columbus business community.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tepper School of Business (Carnegie Mellon University): Public/private research-university business school with strong undergraduate, MBA, and specialized master's programs; comparable scale and emphasis on analytics and quantitative business disciplines.
• Mendoza College of Business (University of Notre Dame): Highly ranked business school with undergraduate, MBA, and specialized master's programs comparable in selectivity and prestige to Fisher, often a substitute choice for applicants.
• Kelley School of Business (Indiana University): Top-ranked public business school offering undergraduate, MBA, and specialized master's programs with strong online presence. Directly comparable to Fisher in audience, program mix, and public-university positioning.
• Ross School of Business (University of Michigan): Elite public business school with comparable undergraduate, MBA, and executive education portfolios and similar ranking bracket. A primary direct competitor for talent and corporate partnerships.
• Broad College of Business (Michigan State University): Major public business school in the Big Ten with comparable undergraduate scale, MBA formats, and supply-chain specialization that overlaps Fisher's MSCM program.
• McCombs School of Business (University of Texas at Austin): Top-tier public business school competing head-to-head with Fisher for U.S. News rankings, MBA applicants, and corporate recruiting relationships, particularly in the central U.S.
• Smeal College of Business (Penn State): Large public business school with comprehensive undergraduate, MBA, and executive education programs serving comparable audiences and competing for similar corporate partners.
• Questrom School of Business (Boston University): Private research-university business school with parallel undergraduate, MBA, and specialized master's programs at a similar scale and ranking tier.
• Kenan-Flagler Business School (UNC Chapel Hill): Public business school with parallel undergraduate, MBA (full-time and online), and specialized master's offerings. Comparable in size, ranking tier, and audience.
• Foster School of Business (University of Washington): Leading public business school offering undergraduate, MBA, and specialized master's programs. Comparable in ranking tier and program mix to Fisher.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/FisherOSU
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/the-ohio-state-university-fisher-college-of-business
• Instagraminstagram.com/fisherosu
• Xx.com/FisherOSU

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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