Individuals aspiring to the Harvard MS/MBA program must demonstrate a strong foundation in technical fields, significant professional experience, and meet the comprehensive admission standards of Harvard Business School's MBA program.
The MS/MBA program, combining a Master of Science in Engineering Sciences from Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) with an MBA from Harvard Business School (HBS), is designed for those who aim to lead technology-intensive ventures.
Core Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Harvard MS/MBA program, prospective candidates must fulfill specific criteria across academic background, work experience, and general MBA admission standards.
The primary eligibility requirements include:
- Academic Excellence:
- Possession of undergraduate degrees in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
- A demonstrated record of academic excellence within their studies.
- Professional Experience:
- A minimum of two years of full-time work experience.
- Ideally, this experience should involve designing and/or developing technology-intensive products.
- General MBA Admission Criteria:
- Applicants must also meet the other criteria for admission to the MBA Program at Harvard Business School. This typically includes, but is not limited to, strong leadership potential, analytical aptitude, community involvement, and GMAT/GRE scores (though specific requirements should be confirmed on the official HBS MBA admissions page).
In essence, successful applicants are those who combine rigorous technical knowledge with practical experience in the tech sector, alongside the broader qualities sought by Harvard Business School for its MBA candidates.
