One year to advance your career.
The Johnson Cornell Tech MBA program transforms tech-focused individuals into successful business leaders and entrepreneurs in one year.
The technology sector presents one of the biggest opportunities for MBA graduates. In a data-driven, digital-first world, tech-savvy leaders are in demand in every field, from financial services and pharmaceuticals to real estate and retail.
A tech MBA builds a strong foundation in business fundamentals—then focuses on applying those skills and knowledge in today’s digital economy.
Cross-functional teams are prevalent in today’s business landscape, and the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA prepares you to succeed—and lead—in these multifaceted, multidisciplinary environments.
Engage in Interdisciplinary LearningIn addition to a strong MBA core, you can customize your experience with electives from across Cornell Tech in areas such as intellectual property law, urban data, digital media, consulting, and AI for healthcare.
Innovate with Your PeersStudios are a hallmark at Cornell Tech. In these project-based courses, you’ll find technical solutions to real-world issues with MBA classmates as well as engineering, computer science, and law students.
Interact with Leaders and FoundersThroughout the program at Cornell Tech, you’ll interact with business leaders, startup founders, and venture capitalists. You never know where these connections will lead.
Technological fluency is no longer merely a preferred qualification; it’s a must-have. Choosing a tech-focused MBA allows you to gain specialized knowledge and acquire in-demand skills in areas such as data analytics, digital communications, project management, and information technology. An official STEM MBA designation from the US government recognizes that a program meets specific curriculum requirements.
Our accelerated program combines the benefits of MBA programs in New York City—physical access to some of the largest, most innovative companies in the world—with Cornell University’s renowned academics and vast alumni network.
Degree AwardedMBA from Cornell University
Program LocationNew York City
Program FormatFull-Time residential
Program LengthOne year
Truly an unrivaled academic experience, this accelerated program combines the rigors of a Cornell education with rich, real-world experience.
As a one-year Johnson Cornell Tech MBA student, you will take classes at our campus on Roosevelt Island in New York City, learn from distinguished faculty members and influential business leaders, and participate in immersive learning experiences with classmates from around the world.
Connecting with current students is one of the best ways to get an inside look at the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA program. Our ambassadors are happy to answer your questions and share their academic, extracurricular, and overall campus experience with you.
Johnson Cornell Tech MBA students experience our beautiful, state-of-the-art campus on Roosevelt Island in New York City and take in the energy of one the world’s most important cities for both business and tech.
Big City. Big Tech.While learning at Cornell Tech, you’ll spend the summer, fall, and spring semesters immersed in collaborative, project-based learning.
Located on Roosevelt Island in New York City, Cornell Tech is surrounded by a myriad of opportunities for immersive learning and professional growth. Campus highlights include the state-of-the-art Tata Innovation Center, studio spaces, and panoramic views of the East River and the Manhattan skyline.
Hands-on learning is a big part of the STEM MBA at Cornell Tech. This is perhaps most evident in Studio, a once-in-a-lifetime learning experience that brings together students from across Cornell Tech to develop a product or service in response to a real-world issue.
Along with business fundamentals like managerial finance and operations management, your MBA core includes tech-focused courses such as entrepreneurial finance, digital marketing, and business data analytics.
Our distinct Studio experiences—including Product Studio and Startup Studio—allow students to partner with organizations such as Bloomberg, Citigroup, and the New York City mayor’s office on meaningful projects.
Choose from electives including Future of Work, Startup Ideas, Digital Wealth Management, Decision Models, Big Red Consulting, Early Adopters, Data Storytelling, and Technical Leadership.
With their razor-sharp focus on high-demand business specialties, the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA intensives will give you an edge in today’s competitive marketplace. Designed with collaboration in mind, this innovative program includes a mix of classroom learning and practical experience. Current intensive offerings include:
Financial Technology (Fintech)
Explore the large-scale technological advances in the financial services sector.
Culture & Media Technology
Discover how to engage audiences and retain customers in a digital-first world.
One of the defining characteristics of the accelerated Johnson Cornell Tech MBA is its cross-disciplinary approach to curriculum and creation. Business leaders who understand the tech industry are just as critical to driving companies forward as programmers and engineers. Your classmates from across Cornell Tech—those studying law, engineering, and computer science—will broaden your perspectives in many ways. The learning experience is further enriched by faculty, staff, and students with diverse demographics and professional experiences.
Beyond an experience-rich education, the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA prepares you for career success in many ways, including:
Whether they want to advance in their current industry, change career paths, or start their own company, Johnson Cornell Tech MBA students find success after graduation. They also join the ever-growing global Big Red network of Cornell alumni.
In this video, learn more about our one-year MBA in NYC, our immersive learning opportunities, and what our students do after graduation.
From virtual information sessions to Ask Admissions! chats, there are several ways to find out if the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA is right for you. We invite you to check out our upcoming events.
Exciting things are always happening at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and Cornell Tech.
Karan Girotra, professor at the SC Johnson College and Cornell Tech, shares a mid-year AI trends update on the Cornell Keynotes podcast.
Karan Girotra, a professor at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and Cornell Tech, explains the current capabilities of AI and shares newsworthy updates about the technology on the Cornell Keynotes podcast.
Iván Duque, president of Colombia 2018-22, visited Cornell Tech and inspired students with insights on entrepreneurship and emerging markets.
Take note of these key dates, including application deadlines and decision announcements:
*Applications received after the Round 2 deadline will be considered on a rolling basis until Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 11:59pm EST.
What is a tech MBA, and what makes the Johnson School’s program stand out from the rest? We answer these questions and more:
Have a question about the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA that isn’t answered here? Remember: You can always chat with one of our ambassadors, connect with an admissions representative, or participate in an interactive admissions event.
If you have a passion for technology, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a collaborative attitude, the one-year Johnson Cornell Tech MBA could be the program for you.
