Everything a Graduate Should Know by Commencement Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:31 A celebratory send-off for newly minted graduates, this track captures the essential mindset shifts and foundational principles every MBA needs as they transition from classroom to career, emphasizing that earning a degree is not a finish line but a launching pad for lifelong learning and leadership.
Program Architecture Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:24 A deep dive into the structure of Wharton's MBA program, breaking down the 19-unit curriculum, core requirements, and the flexibility to choose from 22 majors—giving listeners a clear roadmap of how the two-year degree is built.
Marketing Management (MKTG 6110) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:12 A deep dive into the fundamentals of brand strategy, this chapter walks you through the STP framework — Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning — equipping you with the tools to identify your ideal audience and carve out a distinctive place in the market.
Foundations of Teamwork and Leadership (MGMT 6100) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:33 Explore the essential building blocks of effective teamwork and leadership through Tuckman's model, tracing a team's journey from awkward beginnings through conflict and collaboration to high performance. Listeners will gain a clear framework for understanding group dynamics and how to navigate each stage with confidence.
Microeconomics for Managers (BEPP 6110 + 6120) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:49 Covering the fundamental principles of microeconomics, this track breaks down how supply and demand interact to set prices and quantities in markets, while exploring how elasticity reveals the way buyers and sellers respond to price changes.
Regression Analysis for Business (STAT 6130 or 6210) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:24 Regression Analysis for Business breaks down one of the most essential tools in a data-driven MBA curriculum, teaching listeners how to identify patterns in scattered data, fit predictive models, and interpret key statistical concepts like p-values, normal distributions, and central limit theory.
Management Communication (WHCP 6160 or 6180) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:02 Mastering the art of executive communication, this track breaks down the Minto Pyramid Principle, teaching you to lead with your conclusion and build credibility by structuring arguments that immediately capture and hold a boardroom's attention.
Financial Accounting (ACCT 6110 or 6130) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 5:18 A deep dive into the foundational principles of financial accounting, covering how balance sheets work, the relationship between assets, liabilities, and equity, and what these numbers reveal about a company's financial position.
Corporate Finance (FNCE 6110 or 6210) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:32 Dive into the fundamental principles of Corporate Finance, where you'll master the time value of money, learning how to discount future cash flows to present value and harness the power of compound interest to project and grow wealth.
Macroeconomics and the Global Economic Environment (FNCE 6130 or 6230) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:32 Dive into the fundamentals of macroeconomics as this lesson breaks down how economists measure an economy's health through GDP, its key components, and the critical distinction between real and nominal values using price indices like the CPI and GDP deflator.
Responsibility in Global Management (LGST 6110, 6120, or 6130) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:34 Exploring the legal and ethical dimensions of operating across international borders, this chapter covers the foundational principles of contract law, tort liability, and product safety that every global manager must navigate to lead responsibly.
Managing the Established/Emerging Enterprise (MGMT 6110 or 6120) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:04 Covering both startup strategy and established enterprise management, this chapter guides listeners through lean startup methodology, minimum viable product development, and the Business Model Canvas framework to master the full spectrum of building and scaling a successful business.
Advanced Marketing (MKTG 6120 or 6130) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:02 Diving deep into advanced marketing strategy, this chapter explores how to calculate customer lifetime value (CLV) and leverage relationship management to maximize long-term customer worth and loyalty.
Operations, Information & Decisions (1.0 CU from OIDD options) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:22 A deep dive into the core principles of operations management, from identifying bottlenecks and applying Little's Law to understanding how information shapes smarter, faster business decisions.
Finance ★ Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:54 Dive into the world of finance through Wharton's legendary curriculum, where you'll master options pricing with the Black-Scholes equation and decode the Greeks—delta, gamma, theta, and vega—to navigate risk and reward like a seasoned Wall Street pro.
Accounting Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:09 Dive into the world of financial accounting, where balance sheets reveal hidden truths and red flags signal potential fraud. You'll master key standards like GAAP and IFRS while developing the skills to detect, investigate, and report financial misconduct.
Artificial Intelligence for Business ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:49 A deep dive into the three core machine learning paradigms — supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning — revealing how each approach powers real-world business transformation and AI-driven decision-making.
Business Analytics ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:26 Dive into the world of business analytics through the lens of the Wharton MBA curriculum, exploring how data science tools like SQL, machine learning algorithms, and programming languages R and Python transform raw data into powerful business insights and predictions.
Business Economics & Public Policy ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:19 Dive into the intersection of markets, firm competition, and policy as this track breaks down industrial organization, contract theory, and mechanism design — giving you the tools to understand how economic forces shape business strategy and public decision-making.
Business, Energy, Environment and Sustainability (BEES) ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:01 Covering the intersection of business strategy, energy markets, and environmental sustainability, this song breaks down how energy systems work—from fossil fuels to renewables—and how market forces, policy, and innovation shape the future of sustainable enterprise.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:20 Dive into the entrepreneurial mindset as this track breaks down the journey from idea to execution, covering market research, customer validation, and the core principles that transform problems into thriving business opportunities.
Environmental, Social and Governance Factors for Business (ESGB) ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 5:43 A deep dive into ESG investing and how Environmental, Social, and Governance factors are reshaping corporate decision-making, teaching listeners how businesses balance profitability with accountability to stakeholders, ethical supply chains, and sustainable practices.
Finance ★ (STEM — Quantitative Finance track) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:35 Diving deep into the mathematical engines powering modern financial markets, Finance ★ breaks down the landmark Black-Scholes model, stochastic calculus, and Brownian motion, giving listeners a rigorous foundation in the quantitative tools used to price derivatives and measure risk.
Health Care Management Wharton MBA Curriculum · 5:29 Explore the complex world of health care systems and management, comparing models across the US, Canada, Britain, and Germany to understand how different approaches to funding and delivery shape patient outcomes and costs.
Leading Across Differences Wharton MBA Curriculum · 7:07 Explore how effective leaders navigate cultural differences and diverse perspectives across global teams, gaining practical strategies for bridging divides and harnessing the power of varied viewpoints to drive stronger outcomes.
Management Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:45 Dive into the core principles of management and motivation, exploring foundational theories like Maslow's hierarchy, Herzberg's two-factor model, and equity theory to understand what truly drives people to perform at their best in the workplace.
Marketing Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:29 Dive into the psychology behind consumer decision-making and discover how behavioral insights, emotions, and quantitative models work together to predict and influence what customers buy.
Marketing & Operations (Joint Major) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 2:56 Bridging the gap between customer demand and operational execution, this chapter explores how marketing and operations work together through supply chain management, service design, and product lifecycle strategy to drive revenue and efficiency.
Multinational Management Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:22 Exploring how global companies expand beyond their borders, this dynamic track breaks down the three key entry modes—joint ventures, acquisitions, and greenfield investments—helping listeners understand how to choose the right international growth strategy.
Operations, Information and Decisions (OIDD) ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:58 Diving into the intersection of data, decision-making, and operational strategy, this chapter explores how optimization techniques, dynamic programming, and supply chain management work together to solve complex business problems and forecast demand.
Organizational Effectiveness Wharton MBA Curriculum · 5:03 Dive into the core principles of organizational effectiveness, exploring how smart job design, team structure, and aligned processes—from compensation to performance analytics—unlock the full capabilities of a workforce.
Real Estate Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:15 Dive into the fundamentals of real estate valuation and investment analysis, exploring how professionals use discounted cash flow, capitalization rates, and comparable sales to determine property worth and measure returns through metrics like IRR and equity multiples.
Statistics ★ (STEM) Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:48 Dive deep into advanced statistical modeling, from generalized linear models and mixed effects to survival analysis, uncovering how these powerful tools reveal patterns and relationships hidden within complex data.
Strategic Management Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:21 Dive into the high-stakes world of strategic management, where game theory, competitive positioning, and corporate diversification come together to shape how businesses outmaneuver rivals and drive long-term success.
The Recruiting Machine Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:24 Recruiting at top MBA programs moves faster and more aggressively than most students expect, and this chapter breaks down how to prepare your personal brand, target industries like investment banking and consulting, and hit the ground running before the window closes.
The Network Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:32 Dive into the power of Wharton's legendary network, where 850 future leaders from diverse global backgrounds are intentionally brought together through structured learning teams designed to forge lasting professional relationships and collaborative skills.
The Wharton Cultural DNA Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:44 Dive into the defining principles and analytical mindset that shape a Wharton MBA education, exploring how data-driven thinking and quantitative rigor form the foundation of strategic decision-making at one of the world's top business schools.
Experiential Learning Wharton MBA Curriculum · 3:23 Diving beyond the classroom, Experiential Learning explores how hands-on, real-world immersion — from Antarctic expeditions to Silicon Valley innovation hubs — shapes the practical business instincts and foundational skills no lecture alone can teach.
Cross-Campus Resources Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:05 Discover how Wharton MBA students can unlock the full power of Penn's twelve schools, from Law and Medicine to Engineering and Design, by venturing beyond their home campus to enrich their education.
Closing Note Wharton MBA Curriculum · 4:13 A heartfelt farewell that reframes the entire MBA journey, revealing that the true takeaway isn't memorized frameworks or theories, but a fundamentally transformed way of thinking and seeing the world.