Curriculum

Start With the Fundamentals of Business

Our accelerated core curriculum grounds Sloan Fellows in business fundamentals. For some, these courses provide an introduction to accounting, finance, marketing, and operations. For others with years of experience in those fields, the courses offer an opportunity to take their knowledge to the next level.

Customize Your Experience With Hundreds of Electives

Chart your own learning journey with electives from both Stanford GSB and Stanford University’s seven schools and specialized institutes. Over 50% of the curriculum is made up of electives, allowing you to pursue one or more selected fields in depth — from global economics and entrepreneurship to supply chain, sustainability, and social responsibility.

• Explore Neurosciences Cognitive Core at Stanford School of Medicine.
• Take Creativity and Innovation at the d.school.
• Discover Intellectual Property at Stanford Law School.
• Learn about Brazilian Education Policy at Stanford Graduate School of Education.

Gain New Perspectives

There is so much to learn at Stanford and so many people to learn from — members of your cohort, MBA and PhD students, faculty members, renowned practitioners, guest speakers, coaches, members of the Stanford University community, and Silicon Valley business leaders. The diversity of professional experiences, worldviews, and individual passions will challenge your thinking and expand your understanding.