Goizueta Business School continues to attract top talent to its working professional programs, where students balance rigorous academics with thriving careers—all while preparing to lead with impact. The Evening MBA Class of 2028, Executive MBA Class of 2027, and Master in Business for Veterans class of 2026 showcase the strength of professionals who choose Goizueta as the next step in their leadership journey.
“Each year, I am inspired by the caliber of professionals who choose Goizueta to advance their education,” says Associate Dean, Executive MBA & Evening MBA Programs Jaclyn Conner. “This year’s Evening MBA and Executive MBA cohorts reflect the strength of our programs and our ability to continuously attract outstanding students. These incoming students are driven and ready to make an impact in their organizations and beyond.”
Matt Smith, executive director of veteran initiatives and the Master in Business for Veterans program, echoes that sentiment. “Our second incoming class of the Master in Business for Veterans program is an exceptional group of leaders,” says Smith. “They arrive with proven service and a remarkable range of experiences that strengthen both our program and the broader Goizueta community. Their leadership, resilience, and commitment to growth elevate the learning environment for everyone, and I am confident they will continue to set a high bar for the future of this program.”
Evening MBA Class of 2028
Designed for working professionals, the Evening MBA program offers access to a best in class part-time MBA from anywhere in the world with the flexibility to attend class on campus, online, or via a hybrid model.
The Evening MBA Class of 2028 brings together a diverse cohort of rising leaders who are ready to accelerate their careers while studying part-time. The cohort includes students from over 60+ different employers, spanning a variety of industries. More than half of the class are women and minorities, adding to the richness of perspectives that fuel collaborative learning at Goizueta. Additionally, students represent nine countries, creating a truly global and inclusive community.
Evening MBA Class Highlights
- – 60+ employers represented
- – 7 years of professional experience on average
- – 52% women
- – 62% minority
- – 9 countries represented
The Evening MBA program’s flexible structure allows students to tailor their education to their schedules while thriving in their careers. Now offering a spring start date in addition to the fall, the first cohort of spring Evening MBA students will join Goizueta in January 2026.
Executive MBA Class of 2027
Goizueta’s Executive MBA students represent seasoned leaders with significant professional expertise. The Class of 2027 arrives with a wealth of real-world knowledge to enhance classroom discussions. This year’s group is comprised of many students in executive and senior management level roles, and over 20% of students in this cohort are physicians. The Class of 2027 exemplifies the broad range of backgrounds and identities that strengthen Goizueta’s learning environment while preparing them to lead at the highest levels.
Executive MBA Class Highlights
- – 14 years of work experience on average
- – 36% women
- – 51% minority
- – 12% identifying as LGBTQ
- – Over 20% of students are physicians
EMBA students look to expand their strategic and leadership capabilities to position themselves for the next stage of impact in their careers. Goizueta’s EMBA program offers enhanced flexibility through online, on-campus, and hybrid formats and fall or spring start dates.
Master in Business for Veterans Class of 2026
One of Goizueta’s newest programs, the Master in Business for Veterans, is designed specifically for military veterans seeking to translate their leadership and operations experience into new career opportunities in business and entrepreneurship. Students represent four branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and bring a wide breadth of lived experiences.
Master in Business for Veterans Class Highlights
- – 15 years of professional experience on average
- – 28 Army, 8 Air Force, 6 Marines, and 3 Navy veterans
- – 51% minority
Together, these veterans bring proven leadership, resilience, and teamwork to the classroom—skills honed on the front lines that now find new applications in business. Their presence at Goizueta ensures not only a richer classroom environment, but also strengthens the school’s commitment to serving those who have served our country.
Building a Network of Leaders
Together, these three programs exemplify the values that define Goizueta’s approach to business education: collaboration, leadership, and an ability to learn from peers whose journeys are both impressive and distinct.
As they begin their academic paths, students will join a network of more than 25,000 Goizueta alumni worldwide. Whether advancing within their current industries, pivoting into new opportunities, or launching entrepreneurial ventures, they will carry forward the skills, perspectives, and values that set Goizueta graduates apart.
Explore Goizueta’s programs for working professionals and veterans to see how you can accelerate your career while learning alongside Atlanta’s most accomplished leaders.
