Discover Where Business is Personal: W. P. Carey empowers graduate students for success

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is Where Business is Personal.^® We value personalization, access, and excellence in business education and believe business is about people. Our motto reflects a commitment to mutual respect, building community, and positively impacting lives.

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is Where Business is Personal.^® We value personalization, access, and excellence in business education and believe business is about people. Our motto reflects a commitment to mutual respect, building community, and positively impacting lives.

At W. P. Carey, graduate students experience an inclusive community while reaping the benefits of being part of the largest business school and most innovative university in the U.S. You'll have access to comprehensive resources, established traditions, and major events. We are dedicated to nurturing interpersonal relationships and creating tight-knit communities that make our master's degree and MBA students feel right at home.

"You walk past people, and it's such a friendly environment. It's almost like a second home because you spend so much time there and get to know everyone," says Shale Brenner (MBA '24). "They really do try to make Where Business is Personal true. The school wants you to be involved."

Meet a dedicated graduate student support team

Creating an inclusive environment Where Business is Personal is foundational to how W. P. Carey staff connects with students. From our graduate recruiting team to program operations and financial aid advisors, we will work with you to create an education and experience tailored to your life and career goals.

"They sent a follow-up email after an event in New York, specifically referencing goals I had shared with them," says Elvis Diaz (MBA '19) about his experience working with W. P. Carey graduate recruiters. "That's when I knew that it is a school Where Business is Personal because the intentionality in getting to know who you are and understanding that was actually valid."

Form lasting relationships with peers and faculty members

W. P. Carey cultivates a supportive environment Where Business is Personal, reinforcing collaboration and feedback so every student can thrive in and out of the classroom. Smaller class sizes and team-based learning enable students to learn from each other and form meaningful relationships with peers and faculty members. Some of your peers include Net Investors, who are current Full-time MBA students significantly giving back to the community.

"In all avenues, professional and personal, the staff, faculty, and students champion success for one another," says Catherine Phillips (MBA '24), who saw this support first-hand after an injury.

"In December 2022, I tore my left Achilles tendon, and I spent 2023 repairing and strengthening the ankle. This school and cohort supported me throughout the entire process, making concessions for me to attend class, assisting with post-surgery needs, providing transportation … you name it, they did it," she says. "This is what Where Business is Personal means. We all entered this program together, and we're committed to completing it together as a unit."

Our faculty members make Where Business is Personal true through mentorship and genuine care for students. You'll be challenged to develop the right mindset for academic and business success, look at problems differently, and make an impact on society. With a practical, real-world approach to teaching and a dynamic curriculum that reflects an ever-changing marketplace, our faculty members prepare students for the future of business and to have a competitive advantage in the job market.

Build connections with industry professionals and alumni

Where Business is Personal extends beyond our campus to industry professionals and 120,000+ W. P. Carey alumni around the world. As a student, you'll have ample opportunities to explore different professional paths and be connected with business leaders and recruiters from top companies — many of whom embrace the same values. Attending W. P. Carey means joining a lifelong network, which you'll continue to benefit from after graduation. Our alumni and industry partners work together to empower the next generation of business students.

Take the first step

W. P. Carey takes pride in being Where Business is Personal, providing a graduate business education rooted in excellence and a personalized experience. Explore our esteemed MBA and master's degree programs to find the right fit for your career and life. We look forward to meeting you!