Lindner's Online MBA Ranked a Top 50 Program in the World

The MBA program at University of Cincinnati’s Carl H. Lindner College of Business once again received exceptional rankings for its online distance learning curriculum. Recognized for its academic excellence and return on investment, Lindner’s fully online MBA is ranked No. 1 in Ohio, No. 5 in the Midwest, No. 26 nationally and No. 47 globally in this year’s Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Distance Online MBA Rankings.

Lindner is among more than 50 business schools worldwide ranked by QS, a leader in ranking more global online MBA courses than any other ranking organization. The Lindner online MBA scored higher than global averages in faculty and teaching as well as diversity. The program’s ranking was also assessed on additional key indicators such as employability, student quality, class experience and establishment in the online MBA market.

“This achievement is a testament to our highly talented and hard-working faculty, who integrate advanced business concepts into the online MBA curriculum to solve complex, real-world problems,” says B.J. Zirger, associate dean of Lindner’s Online Programs.

This recent accolade is accompanied by several other impressive rankings honors for Lindner’s online MBA. Earlier this year, U.S. News & World Report ranked the program No. 1 in Ohio, No. 10 in the Midwest, No. 33 nationally among public institutions and No. 61 overall. Additionally, CEO Magazine named the Lindner online MBA one of the top 20 best online MBA programs in North America. 

For a full listing of other rankings and accolades, visit the Lindner College of Business website rankings page.

To learn more about Lindner’s online MBA program, contact B.J. Zirger, associate dean for online education at (513) 556-7148.

About QS:  

With 250 staff throughout the world, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) links high achievers from the graduate, MBA and executive communities around the world with leading business schools, postgraduate departments at universities and with employers, through websites, events, e-guides and technical solutions. They organize the leading postgraduate studies information event, the QS World Grad School Tour, and feature an extensive product range including print and online publications and software solutions. With extensive contacts in the field of higher education, their industry expertise and experience gives them the flexibility to adapt to the needs of prospective clients.

About the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business:

The Carl H. Lindner College of Business at the University of Cincinnati is at an exciting moment on its path to continued preeminence. As a leader in research and teaching excellence, the college has earned national acclaim in several academic areas across its undergraduate, graduate and online programs. In 2019, the College will move into a new, state-of-the-art building, which will serve as a 21st-century hub for students, faculty and the Greater Cincinnati business community, and provide a collaborative space for education, research and innovation to thrive. The 225,000-square-foot facility is one of the most ambitious construction projects ever undertaken by the university and promises to firmly position Lindner among the best business schools in the nation.

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