Education
Going to business school is a lifelong investment that can send your career—and salary—to new heights. The degree is known for teaching the most in-demand skills in business management, covering topics ranging from finance and entrepreneurship to marketing and analytics. Through our flagship ranking, we hope to help the next generation of leaders—who may someday run Fortune 500 companies—discover the best MBA program for their future.
Fortune wants to help future business leaders and managers navigate the business school landscape. That’s why we are releasing our best online MBA programs ranking. In total, we ranked over 90 qualified business schools that completed our questionnaire. For more specific searches, check out our ranking of the most affordable online MBAs and those not requiring GMAT/GRE scores to apply.
When considering business school, there is a seemingly endless number of part-time MBA programs, but only some can be considered the best. Those that made Fortune's list this year not only offer top-notch curriculums and access to world-class business school professors, but they also have a track-record of seeing their alumni climb to the tops of the Fortune 500 world (and they also were willing to be transparent with data and participate).
Exponential growth in data has translated into a demand for data scientists that outpaces how fast universities can train them. But what are the best options if you’re looking to break into data science and don’t have time for in-person classes? An online master’s in data science can be the answer. Fortune is here to help you find top schools you can trust with our ranking of the best online master’s in data science.
Cyberattacks are a major concern for organizations small and large. As a result, the demand for experts to keep systems and data safe from bad actors has never been higher. For individuals who are fascinated by the cyber world, this is great news. To make the process of figuring out educational pathways easier, Fortune has ranked the best online master’s in cybersecurity. A master's degree can not only provide students with the advanced, in-demand skills needed to tackle the intersection of AI, machine learning, and cloud computing with cybersecurity, but it also prepares students to tackle industry-recognized certifications like CISSP, CISA, Security+, CEH, and more. In total, 18 programs opted-in for our list.
If you’re seeking a top job at the cornerstone of tech innovation, a master’s in computer science can give you a unique edge with skills in software development, artificial intelligence, and data analysis. However, choosing an upskilling pathway can be difficult to navigate. Our list of the best online master’s in computer science programs makes the process easy.
Data is a hot commodity at companies of all sizes, and experts with the proper skills to collect, organize, analyze, and visualize data are in high demand. To gain the sought-after skills and upskill or reskill into the data industry, individuals are returning to higher education. This ranking highlights the best master’s in data science programs at institutions across the U.S.
Public health is a field to consider if you want to help improve the health of others and their communities. Demand is increasing for those looking for jobs in the sector, as well as for ways to learn the necessary skills to succeed. Fortune has compiled a list of the best online master’s in public (MPH) programs for 2025.
