FAQs

Do I need to have an undergraduate business degree or an MBA to apply to the EMBA program?
- No

Do I need to have a degree at all to apply?
- Not necessarily. We consider extensive career experience and individual potential in our admissions assessment.

Do I have to take the GMAT?
- Not if you have an undergraduate degree from a recognized institution with a min. 3.0/4.0 GPA or first-class standing.

Do I need to quit my job and study full-time to earn my EMBA?
- No. Classes typically meet on Fridays and Saturdays, usually on alternate weekends, over two academic years.

What’s the time commitment involved?
- It’s no picnic, but nothing worth doing is ever easy. Most EMBA students put in 80 to 100 hours a week between job and school.

I’m an Arts graduate. Will I feel out of place?
- No. We strive to balance our classes with participants from a variety of disciplines, industries, and cultural backgrounds.

What is the average age of an EMBA student?
-  The average age is 37, but we have had successful students as young as 29 and seasoned into their mid-50s.

Will I stay with the same group of people over the 20 months?
- Yes, you will become very close to the other members of your cohort. Chances are that they will become some of your closest colleagues and confidantes in the years to come. Ask our alumni about their experiences.

Why does the EMBA cost more than the MBA?
- The Executive MBA is a premium program designed for mid-career professionals, and incorporates premium-level services as part of the base cost. Tuition and fees cover meals, parking, and the international study tour, as well as thorough IT support. EMBA faculty are also hand-picked and invited to be a part of the program; costs must be covered to bring these faculty members to the EMBA classroom.