

Bennett Leckrone
Education
- BS Journalism, Ohio University
Expertise
- Business Education
- Workforce Development
- MBA Programs
- STEM
- Data Journalism
- Regional Public Universities
Bennett Leckrone is a business education reporter for BestColleges. His work focuses on innovation in business education, graduate programs, certificate programs, and workforce development.
Since joining BestColleges in 2022, Leckrone has written forward-looking trend pieces on business education, as well as deep dives on innovative business programs. He also writes resources and guides for business students with a focus on working professionals.
Leckrone holds a bachelor of science in journalism from Ohio University. Before joining BestColleges, Leckrone reported on state politics with the nonprofit news outlet Maryland Matters as a Report for America fellow. He previously interned for The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Columbus Dispatch, Dayton Daily News, PennLive.com, and the Troy Daily News.
Read Bennett Leckrone's Latest Articles

1-Year Executive MBA Programs: What You Need to Know
Discover everything you need to know about 1-year executive MBA programs, including whether they’re the right fit for your career goals.
April 11, 2025
Wharton Launches AI Concentration
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania will offer AI as an MBA major and undergraduate concentration starting in the next academic year.
April 10, 2025
Vanderbilt's West Palm Beach Campus Gains Steam With Major Donations
Billionaire real estate developer Stephen M. Ross contributed $50 million to Vanderbilt's new campus, despite having no formal ties to the school.
April 10, 2025
Cheapest Online MBAs (No GMAT Required) of 2025
Online MBA programs are tailored to working professionals, and many streamline admission by not requiring the GMAT. Check out our guide to the cheapest ones.
April 9, 2025
Careers in Accounting
Accounting is a broad field, and jobs are projected for fast growth over the next decade amid a nationwide accountant shortage.
April 7, 2025