Why the Kelley Evening MBA? Indiana's #1 Part-Time MBA Program
There are many advantages unique to the Kelley Evening MBA Program.
The Evening MBA is a part-time program, purposefully structured so you never have to choose between your career and your education. Classes meet in person in downtown Indianapolis with online components, giving you flexibility without sacrificing the depth of a full Kelley experience. Most students work full time throughout the program and graduate in 24 months.
What makes the Kelley Evening MBA different is the immediacy. You'll cover a concept in class Tuesday night and find yourself applying it to a real challenge at work the very next day. Kelley faculty bring rigorous instruction grounded in practice — so everything you learn has a direct connection to the decisions, conversations, and opportunities in front of you right now.
When you join the Kelley Evening MBA, you're admitted alongside 60–70 professionals from across Central Indiana — engineers, healthcare administrators, finance managers, marketing directors, and entrepreneurs. You'll tackle case studies, lead projects, and solve real business problems together. Those relationships don't end at graduation — they become your network for the next 30 years.
A Kelley MBA opens doors beyond Indianapolis. You'll join a global network of more than 137,000 Kelley alumni who are leading businesses in every state and across six continents. Kelley alumni help each other — that's the culture of the program, and it extends for life.
What you'll actually gain from a Part-Time MBA at Kelley
The Kelley Evening MBA isn't just a credential — it's a transformation in how you think, lead, and grow your career. Here's what students consistently say they gained:
- Executive-level business acumen across finance, strategy, operations, marketing, and leadership
- Data literacy and analytical skills to drive decisions and build business cases with confidence
- Personalized career coaching to position you for advancement — whether inside your current organization or somewhere new
- Real consulting experience: You'll work directly with Indianapolis-area companies on live business challenges through Kelley's signature consulting project
- Executive presence and communication skills that make you more visible and more valuable
- A customizable degree: Choose a general MBA or concentrate in Finance, Marketing, Management & Entrepreneurship, or Supply Chain Management
Is a Part-Time MBA right for you?
The Kelley Evening MBA is built for mid-career professionals who are ready to accelerate — not start over. You might be the right fit if:
- You have 2+ years of professional work experience and you're ready to move into a leadership role
- You want to advance in your current company or pivot to a new industry or function
- You can't stop working — and don't want to — but you're serious about leveling up your credentials
- You're based in Indianapolis or the surrounding area and want a world-ranked MBA close to home
- You want the real Kelley MBA experience — not an online-only alternative
You don't need a business undergraduate degree or GMAT/GRE scores to apply. What you need is drive, professional experience, and a clear reason why now is the time.
“The Kelley Evening MBA gave me the tools to lead with purpose—strategically, confidently, and with real impact. Its more than a degree; its been a journey of growth, supported by a community that challenges and uplifts you. I’m walking away not just prepared for my next role, but ready to help build a more sustainable future”
Pallav Sohnoi, MBA’25Commercial Product Manager, Cummins
Want to learn more about Kelley?
If you’d like to see how Kelley’s Evening MBA Program fits in your life, we recommend attending one of our information sessions. We will cover the details of the program and gain a better understanding of your goals.