MBA/MDiv

Many students choose to pursue a joint degree to earn a Masters of Business Administration and a Masters in Divinity (MDiv).

Admissions

Students must apply to the business school and the Candler School of Theology separately. If a student is accepted to both programs, they can enroll in the MBA/MDiv Program. We look at the GMAT score, GPA, work experience, essays, recommendations and interview when evaluating candidates.

GMAT

We require that all applicants to Goizueta Business School take the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT). We do not accept the GRE or any other admissions test in its place. Candidates should prepare vigorously for the math portion of the GMAT because, at a minimum, candidates need to score at the 50th percentile on the quantitative section of the GMAT. Our average of 75-80th percentile is significantly higher. Please keep in mind that the Candler School of Theology does not require an admissions test as part of their application process.

Work Experience

In order to be a competitive applicant, we suggest that you have full-time post undergraduate work experience. The average work experience for MBA students at Goizueta is five years. The Admissions Committee is most interested in hearing how your life and work experiences will add to MBA class discussions and an eventual business-related career. MBA classes are highly participatory and lively class discussions are a key part of the learning process. Our recommendation is that you prepare your application in a way that highlights the skills you have gained from your work and organizational experiences.

Career Info

Our MBA/MDiv graduates typically enter the fields of Church Administration, including Investment Management for church development, private wealth management and/or estate planning.

Financial Aid

Every applicant who submits a completed application by the February 1st deadline and is admitted to Goizueta is automatically reviewed for merit-based, school-funded scholarships. No separate application is required; merit-based awards typically range from 20% to full tuition. If a student receives a scholarship, it applies to the semesters they are enrolled in the Business School.