The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School

What The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School does

The Johns Hopkins University – Carey Business School is a private, AACSB-accredited graduate business school founded in 2007 as a division of Johns Hopkins University (America's first research university, established 1876). Carey offers five MBA formats (Full-time at $154,750, Executive at $175,000, Flexible/Online, Accelerated, and Dual Degrees) and seven specialized master's programs (Business Analytics and AI, Finance, Health Care Management, Information Systems and AI for Business, Management, Marketing, Real Estate and Infrastructure), plus certificate programs, non-degree executive education academies, and 4+1 partnerships with 15+ international universities. Its core technology positioning centers on STEM-designated AI and data analytics curricula — including AI-driven Sequential Decision-Making, Forecasting Models for Business Intelligence, generative AI modules using LangChain, and the Center for Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence — differentiated by deep integration with Johns Hopkins Schools of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing.

The school's business model is tuition-driven across approximately 2,641 students (47% full-time, 53% part-time, representing 72 countries), supplemented by philanthropic contributions (notably $125 million cumulative from the W. P. Carey Foundation including a landmark $50 million gift in May 2026) and corporate experiential partnerships with Siemens, AstraZeneca, Anheuser-Busch, Amazon, Deloitte, Google, and the World Bank Group. Pricing is structured as per-semester tuition for full-time programs and per-credit ($2,060) for part-time and certificate programs, with application fees ($100–$200) and enrollment deposits ($500–$3,000). Distribution operates through a 20+ person admissions and recruitment organization across two campuses in Baltimore (Harbor East) and Washington D.C. (Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center), supplemented by an online/Flexible MBA channel.

Carey monetizes its research output through seven internal research centers and generates operational outcomes including 91% full-time MBA placement within 90 days, 85% Flexible MBA salary increases, and 1,000+ jobs created by Carey-affiliated startups in Maryland. The school's market positioning is concentrated at the intersection of business education, healthcare (via the Hopkins health system), and AI — a thematic combination it defends through the irreplicable Johns Hopkins brand, cross-school dual-degree ecosystem, and STEM-designated international student pipeline.

Name

The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School

Legal name

Johns Hopkins University

Website

https://carey.jhu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Carey Business School, founded in 2007 within Johns Hopkins University, offers graduate business degrees (MBA, MS, certificates) across Baltimore and Washington D.C. campuses, serving ~2,641 students from 72 countries with STEM-designated AI and healthcare-focused curricula and a $125M W.P. Carey Foundation endowment.

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Product category

Graduate Business Education

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Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

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Services-Educational Services (8200)

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Undergraduate Business Schools (BBA/BSBA Programs)

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Online Professional Schools (MBA/MPA/MPH/Etc.)

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Executive Education & Corporate Programs (Non-degree)

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Finance, Accounting & Economics Schools

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Marketing, Sales & Brand Management Schools

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Real Estate & Construction Management Schools (within Business Schools)

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Keywords

• Graduate business education
• MBA programs
• Specialized master's degrees
• Executive education
• Business analytics and AI

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition - Full-time MBA: Full-time MBA program charges $38,687.50 per semester, totaling $154,750 for the academic program. Includes matriculation fee of $1,000.
2. Tuition - Executive MBA: Executive MBA charges $35,000 per semester across 5 semesters, totaling $175,000. Tuition includes books, materials, lodging, and select meals.
3. Tuition - Specialized Master's Programs: Various per-credit or flat-rate tuition for MS programs including Finance ($78,500-$99,750), Business Analytics ($94,500), Health Care Management ($78,500), Management ($65,000)
4. Application Fees: $100 application fee for most programs, $200 for Executive MBA. Waived for Second Degree students.
5. Enrollment Deposits: Required deposits: $2,000 for Full-time MBA, Accelerated MBA, Second Degree; $500 for Flexible MBA, part-time programs, certificates
6. Philanthropic Donations: W. P. Carey Foundation donated $50 million to expand entrepreneurship programs and startup funding. Total foundation contributions reach $125 million since founding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Carey Business School delivers graduate business education through five MBA formats (Full-time, Flexible Online, Executive, Accelerated, and Dual Degrees), seven specialized master's programs in fields such as Business Analytics and AI, Finance, Health Care Management, Information Systems and AI, Management, Marketing, and Real Estate and Infrastructure, plus certificate programs and executive education academies. Programs are delivered in-person at Baltimore and Washington, D.C. campuses and online, with concentrations in business analytics, AI, healthcare management, and finance.

Product overview

Johns Hopkins Carey Business School offers a comprehensive portfolio of graduate business education products organized around five MBA formats (Full-time, Flexible/Online, Executive, Accelerated, and Dual Degrees), seven Specialized Master's programs (Business Analytics and AI, Finance, Health Care Management, Information Systems and AI, Management, Marketing, Real Estate and Infrastructure), certificate programs, and Executive Education academies. The school operates seven research centers including the Center for Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence and Center for Innovative Leadership. Programs integrate AI/analytics curricula and experiential learning components. The school has two campuses (Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C.) and recently received a $50M W.P. Carey Foundation gift to expand entrepreneurship initiatives.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Full-time MBA A STEM-designated, in-person MBA program based in Baltimore, MD. The 54-credit, 2-year program offers optional specializations in Analytics, Leadership and Innovation, or Health, Technology and Innovation. Designed for early to mid-career professionals seeking career advancement.
• Flexible MBA (Online/Part-time) An online, part-time MBA designed for working professionals. The 54-credit program takes 2-3 years and offers eight specializations including Artificial Intelligence for Business, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Health Care Management, Leadership, Marketing, and Real Estate.
• Executive MBA A 19-month executive-format MBA based in Washington, D.C. The 54-credit program includes 15 in-person residencies, a global immersion to London, and specializations in Health Care or Leadership and Strategy. Tuition is $175,000 including materials and lodging. Designed for senior executives with 10+ years of experience.
• Accelerated MBA A nine-month, 36-credit MBA for Johns Hopkins University master's and doctoral graduates. Students can complete the program for $77,375 and gain hands-on experience through an Innovation Field Project.
• MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence A program emphasizing AI, data science, and machine learning. Full-time format (12 months, Washington D.C.) is STEM-designated with Optional Practical Training extension; part-time format is 100% online. Tuition is $94,500 for full-time.
• MS in Finance A finance program with CFA-aligned curriculum enriched with AI applications. Available in 9-month (30 credits, $78,500), 12-month (36 credits with financial econometrics, $99,750), or 15-month formats, with part-time online option at $2,060 per credit.
• MS in Health Care Management A program leveraging Johns Hopkins Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Bloomberg School of Public Health resources. Full-time format is 9 months in Baltimore ($78,500); part-time is online at $2,060 per credit.
• MS in Information Systems and AI for Business An AI-centered curriculum focusing on machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, IT services, and cloud computing. Full-time is STEM-designated in Washington D.C.; part-time is hybrid with D.C. residencies. Students gain hands-on experience with tools like LangChain and learn responsible AI development practices.
• MS in Management A program for early-career professionals and recent graduates without business background. Full-time is 9 months in Baltimore ($65,000); includes required Paris global branding experience.
• MS in Marketing Develops skills for understanding market dynamics and customer profiles. Full-time available in 9-month (30 credits) or 12-month (36 credits) formats in Baltimore or Washington D.C.; part-time is online at $2,060 per credit.
• MS in Real Estate and Infrastructure Part of the Edward St. John Real Estate Program with 25+ years of leadership. Full-time is 9 months; covers real estate finance, investment strategy, market forecasting, and demographic analysis.
• Certificate Programs Standalone certificate programs including AI for Business, Business Analytics and Risk Management, Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurial Marketing, Financial Management, Healthcare Management Innovation and Technology, and Investments. Each is 10-12 credits at $2,060 per credit with a $500 matriculation fee.
• Executive Education Academies Non-degree executive education including Academy for Transformative Healthcare Leadership, Academy for Women and Leadership, Executive and Leadership Coaching Academy (ICF-accredited), and Veterans to Executives Transition (VET) Academy. Designed for senior executives and leaders seeking targeted skill development.
• Dual Degree Programs Combined degree programs pairing the MBA with degrees from peer Johns Hopkins schools (Bloomberg School of Public Health, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, SAIS) and partner institutions including MICA (Design Leadership MA/MBA), University of Maryland School of Law (JD/MBA), and University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (PharmD/MBA).

Quantifiable outcome

• 91% of full-time MBA graduates received full-time offers within 90 days of graduation (Class of 2025)
• +7 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for MPH/MBA program. Students gain business credentials integrated with public health expertise from top-ranked Bloomberg School.
• Johns Hopkins School of MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for MD/MBA program. Enables medical students and professionals to gain business leadership skills.
• Johns Hopkins School of NursingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for DNP Executive Track/MBA and MSN/MBA programs. Integrates nursing leadership with business strategy.
• Johns Hopkins Krieger School of Arts & Sciences (Advanced Academic Programs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partners for MBA/MA in Communication, MBA/MA in Government, MBA/MA in International Relations, MBA/MS in Applied Economics, MBA/MS in Biotechnology programs.
• Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International StudiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for international relations and advanced studies combined with MBA.
• Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for Design Leadership MA/MBA program, ranked 8th among design partner schools. Integrates fine arts with business innovation.
• University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of LawcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for JD/MBA program. Enables law students to gain business credentials.
• University of Maryland School of PharmacyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partner for PharmD/MBA program enabling pharmacy students to combine clinical and business expertise.
• 4+1 Partner UniversitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with McDaniel College, Goucher College, St. John's University for combined undergraduate/graduate programs. Also includes international partners: ASU, AUD, NUCB, EDHEC, KUBS, JGU, VIT, FLAME, KREA, PAKSHA, TMU, UI, UP, KAU, CU, Khalifa University.
• SiemensminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner for Innovation Field Project where students work on real business challenges. Also partners for Big Data Consulting Project.
• Anheuser-BuschminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner for Innovation Field Project experiential learning where students solve real business challenges.
• AstraZenecaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner for case competitions and experiential learning including the AstraZeneca National Healthcare Case Competition and Innovation Field Projects.
• Amazon, Deloitte, Google, World Bank GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal partnerships providing career opportunities and networking for Business Analytics and AI students. These organizations hire Carey graduates.
• Johns Hopkins Health SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPaid summer internship program where Full-time MBA students work on strategic and operational projects across hospital administration and healthcare management with executive mentors.
• Center for Digital Health and Artificial IntelligencecoreTechnology or IntegrationResearch center focused on digital health and AI applications in business, providing faculty research and industry engagement opportunities.
• Center for Innovative LeadershipcoreTechnology or IntegrationResearch center dedicated to leadership development and innovative management practices.
• Hopkins Business of Health InitiativecoreTechnology or IntegrationResearch initiative focused on healthcare business, policy, and system transformation.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University): Top-tier graduate business school offering full-time, evening/weekend, and Executive MBA programs - directly comparable to Carey's multi-format MBA portfolio and elite employer recruitment focus.
• The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania): Premier graduate business school at an Ivy League research university offering full-time MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized master's programs - directly comparable to Carey's program structure, STEM offerings, and target candidate profile.
• Chicago Booth School of Business (University of Chicago): STEM-designated MBA and specialized master's program provider at a top research university - directly comparable to Carey's STEM-designated offerings and analytical, data-driven curriculum approach.
• NYU Stern School of Business: Urban research-university graduate business school offering full-time MBA, Executive MBA, Tech MBA, and specialized master's programs - directly comparable to Carey's urban multi-campus structure and broad program portfolio across STEM and traditional specializations.
• Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business: Tech-forward graduate business school with quantitative MBA and specialized master's programs - directly comparable to Carey's emphasis on AI, analytics, and STEM-designated curricula within a broader research university ecosystem.
• MIT Sloan School of Management: Graduate business school with STEM-designated MBA, specialized master's, and executive education programs emphasizing AI/analytics and technology management - directly comparable to Carey's tech-forward, STEM-designated curriculum focus.
• Georgetown McDonough School of Business: DC-based graduate business school offering full-time MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized master's programs - directly comparable peer with similar government/policy/healthcare industry positioning and Washington, D.C. campus geography.
• Columbia Business School (Columbia University): Ivy League graduate business school offering full-time MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized master's programs - directly comparable to Carey's premium program portfolio, broad employer relationships, and target candidate pool.
• Duke Fuqua School of Business: Top-tier graduate business school with Daytime MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized master's programs - comparable research-university business school with similar executive education focus and STEM-designated offerings.

Emerging players

• Quantic School of Business: Mobile-first, accredited online MBA provider - relevant as an emerging player disrupting the flexible/online MBA market where Carey competes directly through its Flexible MBA program serving the 53% part-time student segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jhucarey
• Instagraminstagram.com/jhu_carey

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Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries7 records

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