Archive · 19 Jan 2026

MBA Graduates Face Tough Job Market

MBA Graduates Face Tough Job Market

Many people who just finished their MBA programs from top schools are having a hard time finding jobs.

Even though some schools like Harvard and Columbia saw more people getting hired, many others are still struggling.

For example, at Duke University, 21% of graduates were still looking for work three months after graduation, which is much higher than in 2019.

Some graduates are even considering jobs that pay less than what they earned before going to business school.

The job market is tough because companies are being very careful about who they hire, and there are a lot of people competing for the same jobs.

Some schools are trying to help by offering more networking opportunities and training in artificial intelligence.

Despite these efforts, it's still a challenging time for many MBA graduates.

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