Why Stanford MBA career outcomes look different from other business schools, and what the employability data reveals
Stanford University’s high employability rankings reflect global employer confidence, yet graduate outcomes reveal diverse career choices. The Stanford GSB MBA Class of 2025 shows 63% sought employment, 16% pursued entrepreneurship, 13% returned to sponsored roles, and smaller shares opted for further education or other paths. This underscores that employability is not a single metric but a reflection of flexibility and opportunity. Students should interpret rankings alongside detailed outcomes to align career goals with available options.
Stanford University’s high employability rankings reflect global employer confidence, yet graduate outcomes reveal diverse career choices. The Stanford GSB MBA Class of 2025 shows 63% sought employment, 16% pursued entrepreneurship, 13% returned to sponsored roles, and smaller shares opted for further education or other paths. This underscores that employability is not a single metric but a reflection of flexibility and opportunity. Students should interpret rankings alongside detailed outcomes to align career goals with available options.
