Yale MAM Review

Yale MAM Review Overview

The Yale MAM is a highly selective one-year postgraduate program designed for exceptional graduates of Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) schools. It blends advanced management education with global leadership perspectives and aims to develop professionals ready to tackle worldwide challenges in business and society.

Students build expertise in strategic management, finance, leadership, innovation, and global business, while benefiting from Yale SOM’s unique cross-disciplinary learning environment and Ivy League resources.

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Admissions

Yale SOM seeks high-potential, globally minded professionals who have already completed an MBA or equivalent degree from a Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) member school.

Requirements:

• MBA or equivalent master’s degree from a GNAM member school

• Strong academic performance and professional achievements

• TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers

• Resume, essays, and two letters of recommendation

• Online application and interview (by invitation)

The admissions process evaluates intellectual ability, leadership potential, and alignment with Yale SOM’s mission of educating leaders for business and society. For complete details, see Yale SOM MAM Admissions.

Programme Content

The Yale MAM curriculum combines core leadership courses with electives across Yale University. Students customize their learning based on career goals and areas of interest.

Core Courses:

• Global Leadership: Purpose and Impact

• Advanced Management Perspectives

• Strategic Analysis

• Quantitative Analysis for Global Leaders

• Leading with Integrity

Electives / Customization:

MAM students can choose from over 100 electives across Yale SOM and other Yale schools such as Law, Environment, Public Health, and the Jackson School of Global Affairs to create an interdisciplinary academic experience.

Global Network Advantage:

Students engage with peers from 30+ top business schools through Global Network Weeks, virtual projects, and international immersions.

Learn more about the Yale MAM Curriculum.

Application Process & Deadlines

Applications are submitted online through the Yale SOM portal with supporting documents including academic transcripts, test scores (if applicable), essays, and recommendations. Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview.

Application Deadlines for 2026 Intake

Check the latest dates at Yale SOM MAM Deadlines.

Tuition Fees & Cost of Living

The tuition fee for the Yale MAM program is approximately $78,000 USD for the full academic year.

Yale SOM is located in New Haven, Connecticut, which offers a moderate cost of living compared to major U.S. cities.

Estimated Monthly Expenses:

• Accommodation: $900–$1,500

• Food & groceries: $300–$450

• Transport: $50–$100

• Miscellaneous: $100–$200

Total estimated monthly cost: $1,400–$2,200 (Yale Cost of Living).

Yale also provides merit-based and need-based scholarships for eligible students. Learn more at Yale SOM Financial Aid.

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates of the Yale Master of Advanced Management join a powerful global alumni network spanning Yale SOM and GNAM schools.

Career outcomes include leadership roles in:

• Consulting and Strategy

• Financial Services and Investment

• Non-profits and International Development

• Government and Policy

• Technology and Innovation

Top employers include McKinsey & Company, Deloitte, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and global public-sector organizations.

The Yale SOM Career Development Office (CDO) provides one-on-one career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement support.

Student Life & Experience

Yale SOM offers a collaborative, multicultural, and intellectually stimulating experience:

• Global student cohort representing 30+ nationalities

  
  

• Leadership and social impact clubs

  
  

• Access to Yale-wide lectures, research centers, and networking events

  
  

• Proximity to New York City for career opportunities

  
  

• Activities such as the Yale Global Network Week, case competitions, and conferences

  
  

Explore what life is like at Yale SOM Student Life.