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Highest Paying MBA Specializations in the World 

By Vishesh Chogtu 

This presentation explores the highest paying MBA specialisations in the world, giving MBA students a competitive advantage in the job market through specific skills for desired careers. 

Introduction 

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MBA students with a focus on business analytics develop the ability to make analytical business decisions based on data, equipping them for careers such as management analyst ($85,547/year), business analytics manager ($99,571/year), and chief executive officer ($114,830/year). 

Business Analytics 

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Combining business management skills with extensive IT knowledge, this specialization prepares students for careers like senior project manager ($104,597/year), IT director ($112,450/year), and vice president of IT ($168,047/year). 

Information Technology 

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With a degree in real estate, graduates gain knowledge in finance, investment, asset management, and acquisitions, leading to careers as real estate development manager ($68,965/year) and real estate agent ($92,557/year). 

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Real Estate 

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Choosing economics as a focus develops a strong knowledge of theoretical economic concepts, leading to careers such as financial manager ($96,417/year) and finance director ($97,224/year). 

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Economics 

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Students focusing on corporate strategy or entrepreneurship learn to start, manage, and lead businesses, preparing them for careers like management consultant ($79,142/year) and senior product manager ($130,344/year). 

Corporate Strategy or Entrepreneurship 

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Specialising in finance develops strong leadership and data analysis skills for careers like senior financial analyst ($85,941/year) and chief financial officer ($128,137/year). 

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Finance 

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Students in this specialisation learn to identify strengths and weaknesses to create new business ideas, leading to careers such as senior business consultant ($86,491/year) and senior operations manager ($113,633/year). 

Innovation Management 

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MBA graduates in investment management apply theories and strategies to manage finances and assets, pursuing careers like senior accountant ($73,084/year), investment analyst ($75,824/year), and portfolio manager ($84,642/year). 

Investment Management 

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An MBA in international business prepares students to conduct global business or trade, leading to careers as marketing and sales director ($73,960/year), government affairs director ($91,076/year), and risk manager ($98,073/year). 

International Business 

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With an MBA in marketing, graduates engage in a dynamic business environment, promoting products and services and pursuing careers as marketing manager ($63,904/year), marketing director ($80,663/year), and vice president of marketing ($143,438/year). 

Marketing 

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MBA specialisations enhance career prospects and earning potential, making it important to consider interests and strengths when choosing a focus to explore the dynamic and rewarding world of high-paying MBA careers. 

Recap

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