MBA Dual Degrees
Integrate Your Expertise Across Disciplines
The Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business offers dual-degree pathways with Notre Dame Law School, the Keough School of Global Affairs, the College of Engineering, and the College of Science. These options allow students to pair foundational business training with specialized academic fields.
Whether you choose to pair your business education concurrently with another graduate discipline or secure a deferred spot in our MBA program before entering the workforce, our Notre Dame MBA provides options tailored to your long-term career goals.
Important Admissions Note: Dual-degree candidates must apply to and be independently admitted by both participating schools or departments. Due to the accelerated nature and specific curriculum structures of these pathways, applicants are strongly encouraged to review partner school requirements and consult with academic advisors before applying.
Graduate Dual Degrees
Four-Year J.D. / MBA
In partnership with Notre Dame Law School
Designed for future corporate and transactional legal professionals, this four-year program integrates rigorous legal training with core management skills. Students complete 75 credit hours in the Law School and 48 credit hours in Mendoza.
- Structure: Years 1 & 2 focus exclusively on Law coursework; Year 3 shifts to Mendoza MBA coursework; Year 4 synthesizes both disciplines with blended courses.
- Prerequisite: Applicants must complete two years in the Notre Dame Law School before starting the MBA portion of the program.
Three-Year MBA / Master of Global Affairs (MGA)
In partnership with the Keough School of Global Affairs
This accelerated three-year program combines an MGA concentration (Governance and Policy, Sustainable Development, or International Peace Studies) with specialized business training to prepare leaders for complex international roles.
- Credit Transfer: Students complete 64 MBA credits (16 transferred from MGA) and 46 MGA credits (9 transferred from MBA).
- Admissions: Separate applications are required for both the Mendoza College of Business and the Keough School of Global Affairs. Applications may be submitted simultaneously or sequentially.
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5 Year Dual Degrees
For Notre Dame undergraduates in engineering or science seeking to combine technical expertise with graduate business education:
5-Year MBA / Engineering Dual Degree
For current Notre Dame College of Engineering undergraduates
Integrate technical engineering training with business education to earn both your Bachelor of Science in Engineering and an MBA in five years.
- Structure: Years 1–3 focus on Engineering; Year 4 covers MBA coursework at Mendoza; Year 5 features a blend of Engineering and MBA courses.
- Admissions: Apply during your junior year. Consultation with your Engineering academic advisor is required prior to applying to confirm curriculum alignment.
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5-Year MBA / Science Dual Degree
For current Notre Dame College of Science undergraduates
This five-year program enables Notre Dame science undergraduates to earn their Bachelor of Science and an MBA, preparing graduates for roles in biotech business analysis, pharmaceutical management, and research leadership.
- Structure: Years 1–3 focus on Science coursework; Year 4 shifts to MBA coursework; Year 5 combines Science and MBA studies.
- Admissions: Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis during undergraduate study. GMAT required.
Notre Dame MBA Deferred Admission Program
Interested in gaining industry experience first? You may also explore the Notre Dame MBA Deferred Admission Program. Secure your place in Mendoza’s MBA while completing your undergraduate degree in engineering or science, gain 2–5 years of professional experience, and return to campus to complete your MBA with real-world insight.