MBA Salary Guide
Learn why an MBA salary pays off and see how much you can earn by getting an MBA degree.
According to BusinessWeek, graduates who earn an MBA degree generally enter into consulting, accounting, finance, management or sales and marketing. A post-MBA employee can expect to receive a pay increase or an elevation in position.
Depending on the industry and specialty the pay increase may range from 10 percent to 82 percent; moreover, an MBA graduate will likely experience a return of investment on tuition within three-to-five years, making an MBA salary a worthwhile contribution to the success of your business career future.
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| MBA Degree Field | Average Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Accounting | $73,381 - $93,879 |
| Consulting | $87,200 - $131,900 |
| Economics | $63,790 - $122,760 |
| Finance | $88,902 - $109,336 |
| Management | $108,437 - $208,910 |
| Marketing | $64,111 - $173,826 |
| Sales (Executive) | $123,737 - $237,286 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2010; PayScale.com, 2011; Salary.com, 2011
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