{"id":1056,"date":"2022-03-29T14:13:55","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T14:13:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/?p=1056"},"modified":"2024-08-12T13:47:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T13:47:07","slug":"concentrations-real-estate-mba-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/rankings\/best-online-mba\/real-estate\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Online MBA in Real Estate Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Finding the best real estate MBA program to fit your needs requires many different considerations. Prospective students may prioritize affordability in education, but conventional wisdom suggests that cheapness can imply a lack of quality. Fortunately, this reasoning does not hold water.<\/p>\r\n<p>Many factors determine the affordability of a program beyond the flat tuition rate. To help bring down the cost of your degree, consider whether or not the school features a generous transfer policy or accepts prior learning assessments for academic credit. These potential factors and others merit consideration.<\/p>\r\n<p>Earning an <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" href=\"\/rankings\/affordable-online-mba\/\"   title=\"affordable MBA\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">affordable MBA<\/a> in real estate represents a solid financial decision, as it gives you the opportunity to boost your credentials without acquiring excess debt. Read on for our ranking of some of the best real estate MBA programs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/rankings\/affordable-online-mba\/\">available in an affordable, online format<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"-mx-4 md:-mx-1\/2vw py-12 md:py-16 mt-12 md:my-16 relative md:left-1\/2 md:right-1\/2 md:w-screen bg-gray-50\">\n    <div class=\"container content\">\n        \r\n<h2>Popular Online MBA Programs<\/h2>\r\n<p>Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.<\/p>\r\n<sonic-editorial-listings limit=\"3\"><\/sonic-editorial-listings>\r\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\r\n\r\n\n  \n  \n  <a class=\"subnav-waypoint\" name=\"top-schools\" id=\"top-schools\"><\/a>\n\n\r\n<h2>Top Online MBA Real Estate Programs<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  \n    <section class=\"v3-rankings \" data-ranking=\"0df8ca2f-6f81-4b30-9276-8581b5be1088\" data-title=\"\" data-preamp=\"rankings\" layout=\"v3\" data-cy=\"v3-rankings\" data-v3-rankings data-ranking-type=ranked data-ranking-title=Best&#x20;Online&#x20;MBA&#x20;in&#x20;Real&#x20;Estate&#x20;Programs>\n                                                            <p class=\"sponsored-disclosure\">\n                We use trusted sources like\n                                the National Center for Education Statistics to inform the data for these schools.\n                <sonic-tooltip label=\"Sponsored results\">OnlineMBA.com is an advertising-supported site. Featured or trusted partner programs and all school search, finder, or match results are for schools that compensate us. This compensation does not influence our school rankings, resource guides, or other editorially-independent information published on this site.<\/sonic-tooltip>\n                from our partners appear among these rankings and are indicated as such.\n            <\/p>\n                            <sonic-sponsored-cards iconColor=\"secondary-500\" extId=0df8ca2f-6f81-4b30-9276-8581b5be1088 dcsPosition=\"1\" sponsoredSchoolsPosition=\"3,10\" sponsoredCardPlacement=\".v3-rankings #sc31127-3,.v3-rankings #sc31127-10\">\n            <\/sonic-sponsored-cards>\n              <div class=\"v3-rankings__schools mt-4\">\n                                                                                                                                                                                                <div data-element-payload={\"elementType\":\"widget\",\"location\":\"rankings-list\",\"position\":\"1\"} data-preamp=\"native-dcs\">\n                <sonic-qdf layout=\"native\" button=\"Get Started\" formattype=\"widget\" formtype=\"widget\" formname=\"native-widget\" formatsubtype=\"native-widget\" elementPayload={\"elementType\":\"widget\",\"location\":\"rankings-list\",\"position\":\"1\"}><\/sonic-qdf>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n      class=\"school \"\n      id=endicott-college\n      data-school-id=cef14344-005d-5985-ab9f-bfb066247a87\n      data-title=\"Endicott College\"\n      data-position=2\n      data-school\n    >\n      <!-- rank -->\n      <div class=\"flex-card overflow-hidden\">\n        <div\n        id=\"content-wrapper-cef14344-005d-5985-ab9f-bfb066247a87\"\n        class=\"content-wrapper1\">\n        <p class=\"rank\">\n        #1  \n        <\/p>\n\n        <!-- title -->\n        <h3 class=\"title\">\n                    Endicott College\n                <\/h3>\n\n        <!-- General Info -->\n        <ul class=\"general-info max-w-max\">\n                            <li><sonic-icon class=\"mb-1 pr-1\" icon=\"location-marker\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"#506167\"><\/sonic-icon>Beverly, MA<\/li>\n                                        <li>4 years<\/li>\n                                        <li>Online + Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p><strong>Cost per Credit:<br>\n<\/strong>In-State | <strong>$985<br>\n<\/strong>Out-of-State | <strong>$985<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Credits to Graduate: <\/strong>36<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.endicott.edu\/academics\/schools\/business\/graduate-programs\/experienced-professional-evening-master-of-business-administration-mba-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>Endicott College's online MBA program<\/u><\/a> offers 18 concentrations, including accounting, finance, and global management. The 36-credit program offers career growth opportunities in international business, nonprofit management, and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n<p>The degree takes 18-24 months, allowing working professionals to balance education with work and personal life. There are no GMAT requirements, and eight start times are available throughout the year.<\/p><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $35,764\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $35,764\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Graduate Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $12,746\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $12,746\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"data-inline\">\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Retention Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    85%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Acceptance Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    73%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          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class=\"title\">\n                    Longwood University\n                <\/h3>\n\n        <!-- General Info -->\n        <ul class=\"general-info max-w-max\">\n                            <li><sonic-icon class=\"mb-1 pr-1\" icon=\"location-marker\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"#506167\"><\/sonic-icon>Farmville, VA<\/li>\n                                        <li>4 years<\/li>\n                                        <li>Online + Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p><strong>Programmatic Accreditation: <\/strong>Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost per Credit:<br>\n<\/strong>In-State | <strong>$431<br>\n<\/strong>Out-of-State | <strong>$441<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Credits to Graduate: <\/strong>31<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/online.longwood.edu\/business\/mba\/general\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>Longwood University offers an online MBA in general business<\/u><\/a>. The 31-credit program helps working professionals enhance their careers while studying. It covers key areas like accounting, economics, data management, and marketing.<\/p>\n<p>Students learn strategic decision-making, leadership, and conflict resolution and complete a capstone course. Graduates gain a broad business understanding while they prepare for potential roles as CEOs, marketing directors, or financial analysts.<\/p><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $8,180\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $20,000\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Graduate Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $6,480\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $17,910\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"data-inline\">\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Retention Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    73%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Acceptance Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    90%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Students Enrolled\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    4,612\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Institution Type\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat\">\n                    Public\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Percent Online Enrollment\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"stat\">\n                    35%\n                    <sonic-tooltip position=\"left\" class=\"inline-block relative z-50 ml-1 font-normal\" label=\"i\">\n                         Percentage of all students who are enrolled online.\n     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      <!-- title -->\n        <h3 class=\"title\">\n                    The Pennsylvania State University\n                <\/h3>\n\n        <!-- General Info -->\n        <ul class=\"general-info max-w-max\">\n                            <li><sonic-icon class=\"mb-1 pr-1\" icon=\"location-marker\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"#506167\"><\/sonic-icon>University Park, PA<\/li>\n                                        <li>4 years<\/li>\n                                        <li>Online + Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p><strong>Programmatic Accreditation: <\/strong>AACSB<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost per Credit:<br>\n<\/strong>In-State | <strong>$1,260<br>\n<\/strong>Out-of-State |<strong>$1,260<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Credits to Graduate: <\/strong>48<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldcampus.psu.edu\/degrees-and-certificates\/penn-state-online-mba-business-administration-masters-degree#costs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>Penn State's online MBA<\/u><\/a> offers 25 concentrations, each with three elective courses. The program uses the ICE scoring framework \u2014 Impact, Confidence, and Ease \u2014 to bridge business disciplines and develop problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n<p>Concentrations include cybersecurity intelligence leadership, general management, and healthcare business. The program does not require GMAT or GRE scores for admission and offers personalized career coaching, self-assessment tools, job seeker resources, and ongoing career support post-graduation.<\/p><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $15,400\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $25,084\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Graduate Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $23,189\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $39,248\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"data-inline\">\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Retention Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    87%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Acceptance Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    92%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Students Enrolled\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    88,914\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Institution Type\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat\">\n                    Public\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Percent Online Enrollment\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"stat\">\n                    54%\n                    <sonic-tooltip position=\"left\" class=\"inline-block relative z-50 ml-1 font-normal\" label=\"i\">\n                    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data-id=\"the-pennsylvania-state-university\"\n        data-position=5\n        spp=false\n        class=\"button-toggle-school gap-2 col-span-6 md:col-span-4 cursor-pointer text-sm font-bold py-3\"\n    >\n    <sonic-icon class=\"md:inline\" icon=\"chevron-down\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"primary-700\"><\/sonic-icon>\n      More Details\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"toggle-space\" ><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\r\n\r\n\n<section class=\"accordion   \" layout=\"\" data-cy=\"accordion\" data-accordion data-accordion-type=\"base\" data-accordion-title=\"accordion-250913\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\tclass=\"accordion__items \" data-order=1>\n\t\t\t<!-- header -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex items-center overflow-hidden cursor-pointer header flex-nowrap\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"content-1\" id=\"header-1\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mr-auto text-xl font-bold leading-6 title lg:text-2xl\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHow We Choose Programs\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- control -->\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex justify-center flex-grow-0 flex-shrink-0 w-20 text-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"block w-6 h-6 collapse\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke=\"currentColor\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9L12 16L5 9\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"hidden w-6 h-6 expand\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke=\"currentColor\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 15l7-7 7 7\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- content -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"block p-8 content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<section>&#13;\n&#13;\n<p>At OnlineMBA.com, we rely on reputable sources to rank the best MBA programs. We use trusted sources like the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) to find standout programs. We consider four metrics: affordability, reputation, academics, and program availability.<\/p>&#13;\n<p>This ranking is from 2024. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/methodology\/\">our rankings methodology page<\/a> to learn more about how we rank programs.<\/p>&#13;\n<\/section>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n\n  \n  \n  <a class=\"subnav-waypoint\" name=\"choosing\" id=\"choosing\"><\/a>\n\n\r\n<h2>How to Choose an Online MBA in Real Estate Program<\/h2>\r\n<p>If you know an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/mba-careers\/real-estate\/\">MBA in real estate<\/a> is right for you, begin narrowing down the list of schools that interest you most. The following list provides a few tips to help you navigate this process.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Search for Schools in Your Area<\/h3>\r\n<p>Even with online programs, it can benefit you to choose a school within a 100-mile radius of your home. Online learners often report that they enjoy visiting campus. In addition, schools often partner with local businesses to help students find jobs or internship opportunities close to home.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Compare Student Outcomes Data<\/h3>\r\n<p>Many schools provide this information on their website, but you can also contact the school and ask for it. This data should include graduation rates, employment rates, and the compensation levels of recent graduates. This information can give you a glimpse of program quality.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Estimate the Expected Costs of Your Program<\/h3>\r\n<p>Prospective students often underestimate their total program costs. Make sure you calculate the number of credit hours needed to graduate and multiply that by the cost per credit hour. Do not forget to include the cost of supplies and internet and account for lost wages. Additionally, compare financial aid options, as schools may offer different financial aid packages and\/or scholarships to help offset the cost of education.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Find Classes That Fit Your Schedule<\/h3>\r\n<p>Flexibility is one of the central benefits of online education. However, some programs require set meeting times, synchronous workshops, and mandatory campus visits. Be sure you understand all time commitments and how they fit into your current schedule.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Look for Partnerships With Local Businesses<\/h3>\r\n<p>Finding a secure job with a healthy salary in a field you enjoy is the main objective in obtaining your MBA in real estate. To that end, attending a school that's well-connected with local hospitals and businesses can prove beneficial. Many of these partners offer internships to students that can lead to full-time employment or provide the networking opportunities and experience you need to get a job elsewhere.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Make Sure the Program is Accredited<\/h3>\r\n<p>Accreditation is the formal review process that ensures a school offers a reputable program that adheres to minimum academic standards. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accredits undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs in business and accounting. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/rankings\/best-online-mba\/aacsb-accredited\/\">AACSB accreditation<\/a> can assure you of a program's recognition and quality. Employers generally do not hire job candidates with a degree from an unaccredited school, and schools do not accept academic credentials from an unaccredited program.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Talk to Current Students and\/or Recent Alumni<\/h3>\r\n<p>One of the best resources when it comes to making the final decision on an <a href=\"\/mba-careers\/real-estate-programs\/\">online MBA in real estate<\/a> includes reaching out to current students and graduates. They can give you an unbiased take on how the program has served them, what they liked, and what they disliked. Ask an admissions counselor to put you in touch with a current student or recent alumni.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n  \n  \n  <a class=\"subnav-waypoint\" name=\"recommended-reading\" id=\"recommended-reading\"><\/a>\n\n\r\n<div class=\"bg-accent-50 px-6 py-2 my-8\">\r\n<h2>More Information<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"\/mba-careers\/real-estate-programs\/\">Online MBA Degree in Real Estate<\/a><sonic-icon icon=\"chevron-right\" size=\"small\" color=\"secondary-700\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><\/sonic-icon><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"\/rankings\/best-online-mba\/real-estate\/\">Best Online MBA in Real Estate Programs<\/a><sonic-icon icon=\"chevron-right\" size=\"small\" color=\"secondary-700\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><\/sonic-icon><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"\/mba-careers\/real-estate\/\">MBA in Real Estate Career Outlook<\/a><sonic-icon icon=\"chevron-right\" size=\"small\" color=\"secondary-700\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><\/sonic-icon><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Discover the best online real estate MBA programs with our list of the top schools offering this degree.","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11903,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"templates\/template-dcs.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_cloudinary_featured_overwrite":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"mba-rankings":[45],"resources":[],"careers":[],"schools":[],"blog":[],"specializations":[],"mba-by-state":[],"class_list":["post-1056","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","mba-rankings-rankings_specialization"],"acf":[],"menu_order":0,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1056","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1056"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1056\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14942,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1056\/revisions\/14942"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11903"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1056"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"mba-rankings","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/mba-rankings?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"resources","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/resources?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"careers","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/careers?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"schools","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/schools?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"blog","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"specializations","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/specializations?post=1056"},{"taxonomy":"mba-by-state","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onlinemba.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/mba-by-state?post=1056"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}