Carnegie Mellon’s Tepper School of Business has named Meg Lukus as Executive Director of MBA Programs.
In her new role, Lukus will lead the strategic, operational, and student-facing aspects of the MBA portfolio. In addition to overseeing program delivery, student services, and curriculum implementation, she will partner with faculty and leadership to drive admissions, career outcomes, and market positioning. Lukus also declared a focus on enhancing the overall student experience and strengthening connections across the Tepper community. Carnegie Mellon University announced the appointment in April 2026 as part of its continued investment in program leadership and student outcomes.
Professional History & Future Vision
Lukus brings extensive experience within Tepper to the position. Most recently, she served as executive director of the Part-Time and Online Hybrid MBA program, where she worked closely with working professionals navigating flexible MBA formats. Her broader career in graduate business education began after earning her undergraduate degree in hospitality business management from Washington State University, when an early role in a business school office led to a long-term focus on student development and program administration.
Reflecting on her experience, she notes, “I loved working for graduate business programs. You can see students transform their lives, and that’s a really meaningful experience.”
As she steps into the executive director role, Lukus plans to prioritize gaining a comprehensive understanding of the student experience across Tepper’s MBA formats, including the full-time program. Her goal is to translate those insights into targeted enhancements that improve both academic and community outcomes.
“I want to establish a partnership with our students so they can share their true experiences and continue to build a long-term community,” she explains. “My hope is to really understand what is working well for students and where there are opportunities to fine tune their educational experience.”
