Program Overview

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Business Administration (MBA) – Executive MBA

The University of Central Florida's (UCF) Executive MBA (EMBA) program is designed for mid- to senior-level professionals with considerable work experience. The program offers a leadership-relevant curriculum that provides students with cross-functional business knowledge and encourages the application of new theories and principles in real-world situations.

Program Overview

• The UCF EMBA consists of 13 courses, including core analytical courses and capstone courses focusing on "boardroom" leadership development and executive strategy.
• Innovative teaching methodologies, such as team-based projects, interdisciplinary case studies, simulations, debate activities, and self-assessment exercises, are used to enhance the EMBA learning experience.
• The program is offered in a cohort format, incorporating the interactions and diverse backgrounds of the participants as an integral part of the learning experience.

Program Details

• The graduate program is offered every August and meets three Saturdays and one Friday per month, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., over a 19-month period at the UCF Downtown campus.
• A week-long international residency is included, providing students with an enlightening global business perspective during the fourth term (fall) of the UCF EMBA program.
• The residency typically includes visits to two cities within a country or two countries.

Highlights

• Only AACSB-accredited graduate college of business in Orlando
• 19-month, weekend format
• Concierge academic services
• Includes week-long international residency

Application Deadlines

• Fall: July 1
• Note: Application deadlines are subject to change.

Course Overview

Conflict Resolution & Negotiation

Become a strong negotiator by applying tactics and counter-tactics to simulated negotiations, highly interactive team discussions, and mock mediations.

International Business Analysis

Gain experience in global business by applying concepts and theories of this dedicated international business course to a real-world, week-long international residency.

Executive MBA Skills

• Identify and develop personal leadership style and enhance strategic-thinking skills
• Apply the theory and analytical techniques associated with financial decisions to risk analysis, capital budgeting, and financial management

Career Opportunities

• Operations Manager
• Marketing Director
• Sales Director
• Account Executive
• Director of Finance
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chief Executive Officer

Admission Requirements

• The Executive MBA track is taught at the UCF Downtown campus each fall.
• Students with a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a minimum of eight years of professional work experience are welcome to apply.
• A personal interview is also required.

Application Requirements

• Official sealed transcripts from each university/college attended
• Resume
• Goal statement
• Two letters of recommendation

Degree Requirements

Required Courses

• Complete the following:
  • ECO6115 - Economic Analysis of the Firm (3)
  • ACG6425 - Managerial Accounting Analysis (3)
  • ECO6416 - Applied Business Research Tools (3)
  • FIN6406 - Strategic Financial Management (3)
  • MAN6245 - Organizational Behavior and Development (3)
  • MAR6816 - Strategic Marketing Management (3)
  • MAR6466 - Strategic Supply Chain and Operations Management (3)
  • BUL6444 - Law and Ethics (3)
  • GEB6365 - International Business Analysis (3)
  • MAN6721 - Applied Strategy and Business Policy (3)

Elective Courses

• Earn at least 9 credits from the following types of courses: Students take 9 credits of graduate courses, selected by the program advisor.

Financial Information

Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans.

Fellowship Information

Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students.

International Residency

As part of the GEB 6365 - International Business Analysis course, EMBA students are required to participate in a weeklong international residency as part of their academic experience.

Capstone Course

The UCF MBA capstone course, MAN 6721, Applied Strategy and Business Policy, is required for all MBA students. This capstone course integrates the various functional disciplines in business administration.