Meet the incoming Evening MBA, Executive MBA, and Master of Business for Veterans classes—and discover the diverse experiences and perspectives they bring to Goizueta.
Goizueta Business School continues to welcome accomplished professionals who are ready to take the next step in their leadership journeys. Across its Evening MBA, Executive MBA, and Master of Business for Veterans programs, students bring valuable experience, distinct perspectives, and a shared commitment to professional growth.
This year’s incoming cohorts reflect the range of backgrounds and experiences that enrich Goizueta’s learning environment. From emerging leaders to experienced executives and military veterans, these students bring practical insights that strengthen classroom discussions and foster meaningful connections.
Evening MBA Class of 2029
Goizueta’s Evening MBA program provides the flexibility to pursue a rigorous business education while continuing to advance professionally. With options to attend classes on campus, online, or through a hybrid format, students can tailor their educational experience to their individual needs.
The Evening MBA Class of 2029 boasts an eclectic mix of experiences and interests. Among its ranks are a museum master craftsman, an athleisure brand founder, a tattoo studio owner, and a dance company artistic director. One student designs escape room puzzles involving cipher cracking, while another has helped grow experimental crops including perennial kale and cold-hardy avocados. Others have led international democracy initiatives, managed major food production operations, and founded organizations supporting aspiring minority students. One adventurous classmate even completed a solo aircraft flight before earning a driver’s license.
Evening MBA Class Highlights
- 7 years of professional experience on average
- 46% women
- 52% U.S. minority
Through its part-time, flexible format and collaborative learning environment, the Evening MBA program empowers students to build new skills, broaden their professional networks, and pursue their long-term career goals without stepping away from the workforce.
Executive MBA Class of 2028
Goizueta’s Executive MBA program brings together senior leaders seeking to strengthen their strategic thinking, broaden their leadership capabilities, and expand their executive impact.
The Executive MBA Class of 2028 boasts an impressive range of professional accomplishments and unexpected talents. Students include a fintech executive with more than 20 years of experience in African markets, a federal investigator tackling terrorism and cybercrime, a professional race car driver, and an Emory brain cancer researcher ranked among the top 1% of authors in the field. One classmate has overseen a $300 million FEMA strategy and performed in the opening ceremonies of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, while another has led pediatric healthcare training initiatives across three continents. Others have managed multimillion-dollar social impact portfolios, scaled international academic programs, and developed some of Chick-fil-A’s most recognizable merchandise.
Executive MBA Class Highlights
- 16 years of professional experience on average
- 67% U.S. minority
- 9% military
The depth and variety of experience within the class create opportunities for students to exchange ideas, explore complex business challenges, and learn from leaders whose professional journeys are as distinctive as their perspectives. With flexible learning options (online, hybrid, on campus) that support the demands of professional life, the Executive MBA program helps students build on their expertise while developing the skills and connections to lead with greater impact.
Master of Business for Veterans Class of 2027
Goizueta’s Master of Business for Veterans program is designed specifically for military veterans seeking to translate their leadership experience and skills into new opportunities in business and entrepreneurship.
The Class of 2027 reflects an impressive range of military experiences and backgrounds. Students range in age from 25 to 56 and represent seven states, with 48% still serving in the military. The class includes 21 Army, five Navy, and five Air Force members, with ranks spanning E5 to O6. Notably, nearly a third have special operations backgrounds, offering firsthand insights into high-stakes decision-making, complex problem-solving, and collaboration under pressure.
Master of Business for Veterans Class Highlights
- 11 years of professional experience on average
- 42% U.S. minority
- 29% special operations backgrounds
Together, these students bring proven leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to service to the Goizueta community. As they build on the skills developed throughout their military careers, the program provides opportunities to deepen their business knowledge, connect with fellow service members and veterans, and prepare for the next chapter of their professional journeys.
Building a Network of Leaders
Although students enter Goizueta with different career experiences and aspirations, they share a commitment to learning, growth, and leadership.
Across all three programs, students help shape a collaborative learning environment where professional knowledge and individual perspectives strengthen the educational experience. From entrepreneurs and artists to executives, researchers, and military leaders, these professionals demonstrate the breadth of experience that makes peer-to-peer learning a hallmark of a Goizueta education.
As they begin their journeys at Goizueta, the Evening MBA Class of 2029, Executive MBA Class of 2028, and Master of Business for Veterans Class of 2027 join a community of leaders committed to making a meaningful impact in their organizations and beyond.
