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5 Best Business & Management Universities in Massachusetts

Of the 5 Business & Management universities in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology ranks highest at #1 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Next come Harvard University (QS World #5) and Worcester State University (#837 in United States). The universities on this list offer 11 matching courses between them.

5 universities · ranked best first

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#1,008 in United States Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Salem State University

Public University · 4 courses in Business & Management

USD 19,531/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
4,291Students
International
Admissions open
#1,008 in United States · by research impact
40,781 citations · h-index 96

How these universities are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #1 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to #5 (Harvard University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations).

Public, private and where they are

3 are public and 2 private (60% public). By location, Massachusetts (5) account for the most of those we can place. The oldest is Harvard University, founded in 1636. Harvard University is the largest, with 21,000 students.

Inside the course list

By level: 8 bachelor's and 3 master's. Within the subject, the largest areas are Business & Management (10) and Business Administration (MBA) (1). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Salem State University offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

What it costs

We hold indicative fees for 5 of these universities. Worcester State University is the least expensive at USD 17,866 a year and Massachusetts Institute of Technology the most at USD 60,000; the middle of the range is about USD 19,531. Check each university's own fee page before you budget — figures change every year.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Business & Management in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (QS World #1), Harvard University (QS World #5) and Worcester State University (#837 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Business & Management in Massachusetts?

Of those with published fees, Worcester State University is the least expensive at about USD 17,866 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How many public universities offer Business & Management in Massachusetts?

3 public and 2 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Business & Management course take in Massachusetts?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Business & Management courses start in Massachusetts?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Business & Management courses in Massachusetts?

Salem State University, with 4, ahead of Westfield State University (3).

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