Poets&Quants has released its 2024 list of the 100 highest-funded MBA startups, a decade-long tradition that sheds light on the entrepreneurial achievements of business school graduates. This year's ranking, focusing on startups founded between 2019 and 2023 with at least one MBA founder, is determined by the amount of funding each company has raised, offering a clear metric for comparison across various sectors.
Leading the pack is Capchase, co-founded by INSEAD MBA graduate Luis Basagoiti Marqués, with $1.1 billion in funding. The company's remarkable ascent from second place in 2023 and its recognition in Forbes' 2023 list of Next Billion-Dollar Startups underscore its significant impact. The top 10 features a diverse array of startups from prestigious institutions like London Business School, UC Berkeley Haas, Harvard Business School, and Stanford GSB, highlighting the global nature of MBA entrepreneurship.
This year's list also marks a milestone for women in entrepreneurship, with over 23 women-led startups raising a collective $756.5 million. This achievement reflects the growing diversity within the startup ecosystem and the role of MBA programs in supporting female founders.
For prospective MBA students, the list serves as a guide to programs that excel in fostering entrepreneurial talent. Investors and industry watchers, meanwhile, gain insights into emerging trends and potential future leaders in innovation. The success of these startups not only demonstrates the value of business education but also its contribution to economic development and technological advancement.
Detailed profiles of all 100 startups are available on the Poets&Quants website, offering a comprehensive resource for those interested in the intersection of business education and startup success. As part of Times Higher Education, Poets&Quants remains a pivotal source for graduate business education news, providing rankings, features, and multimedia content to guide the MBA community.
