BU-Questrom School of Business

The Questrom School of Business at Boston University (BU) is a well-regarded urban business school emphasizing cross-functional thinking, innovation, and real-world impact. It focuses on health and life sciences, digital technology, social enterprise, and sustainability. With over 2,200 undergraduates and 900+ MBA students, Questrom is known for its collaborative culture and Boston location, which supports networking in finance, tech, and consulting hubs.

Programs and Academics

Program Details
Undergraduate (BSBA) Business courses start day one, requires one concentration (Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics). 98.2% of 2024 grads had business internships; 96.7% employed within 3 months.
Full-Time MBA 10–16 months, customizable tracks in Social Impact, Health Sector, or Digital Technology. Affordable online option: $25,000 total, completable in 24 months.
Part-Time/Evening MBA Ideal for working professionals; strong networking via alumni events.
Specialized Masters Mathematical Finance, Management Studies, Business Analytics.
PhD Research-focused, strengths in behavioral economics and markets/policy.

 

Rankings and Recognition

Source Category Position Notes
U.S. News & World Report (2025) Best Business Schools #46 (tie) out of 133 Up from previous year; assessed on peer reputation, recruiter feedback, and outcomes.
U.S. News & World Report (2025) Part-Time MBA #29 (tie) out of 239 Strong for working professionals.
QS Global MBA Rankings (2026) Full-Time MBA (U.S.) #16 Emphasizes employability and thought leadership.
Financial Times Global MBA (2025) Global MBA #74 Up from #82 in 2024; highlights alumni career progression.
QS Global Masters (2025) Master's in Business Analytics #27 Globally competitive for data-focused programs.
Poets&Quants (Undergrad, 2025) Undergraduate Business #15 Praised for early business coursework starting freshman year.

 

Pros and Cons from Reviews

Pros
  • Flexible, innovative curriculum
  • Collaborative, diverse community; strong Northeast networking
  • Early hands-on opportunities; high internship/employment rates
  • Boston location boosts real-world exposure
  • Supportive for career pivots (e.g., MBB roles via personal effort)
Cons
  • Variable faculty/admin quality; some courses uneven
  • Brand weaker outside key regions; requires self-initiative
  • Intense workload; occasional peer disengagement
  • Cost: Undergrad ~$65K/year; MBAs $60K+ (scholarships available)