Program Overview
Introduction to Cornell Executive MBA Americas
The Cornell Executive MBA Americas program is designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers without putting their lives on hold. This hybrid program combines live, weekend classes with online learning, allowing students to connect with peers and faculty from across the Americas and around the world.
Program Overview
- Degrees Awarded: An MBA from Cornell University and an MBA from Queen’s University
- Location: Select cities across the Americas, or online
- Program Format: Classes every other Saturday and Sunday with four residential sessions
- Program Schedule: 17 months of classes starting in late June, followed by a capstone project
Hybrid Learning, Global Reach
The program features a unique hybrid learning model, where students can attend live classes in-person from boardrooms across the Americas, Canada, and Mexico, or log in online from anywhere in the world. This format allows for real-time interaction with faculty and peers, creating a seamless classroom experience.
Curriculum and Career Support
The program includes a rigorous, project-based curriculum with executive career support. Students strengthen their foundation in management, leadership, and global business, and apply their new insights through two major projects. With executive coaching, alumni mentorship, and personalized guidance, students graduate ready to reach higher.
Industry-Leading Faculty
International, award-winning faculty teach and mentor students personally, bringing their expertise into practical conversation. Students are known individually, challenged to grow professionally, and supported every step of the way.
The Cornell Difference: Access Changes Everything
A Cornell Executive MBA provides access to a vibrant, diverse, global network of peers who understand the complexities of leadership in a connected and technology-disrupted world. Access to prestigious faculty who bring cutting-edge research and industry insights directly into the classroom. Access to 325,000+ Cornell alumni worldwide who open doors and share perspectives across every major industry.
Admissions Requirements and Application Details
The admissions process is personal and holistic, considering each candidate and application individually. The committee reviews academic readiness, professional experience, future goals, and a commitment to balancing work, life, and school.
Application Process
- Get Pre-Qualified: Submit a pre-qualification form to determine if the program is a good fit for your background and goals.
- Connect with Admissions: The Cornell Executive MBA admissions team is available to answer questions about program format and requirements, selection criteria, application deadlines, and the admissions process.
- Cost of the EMBA Americas Degree: Learn more about the estimated cost of the program, including tuition totals and deposits, as well as financial aid options.
Important Application Dates and Deadlines
The program is currently accepting applications for the June 2026 start. Application deadlines occur monthly, with the next deadline being December 15, 2025.
FAQs
- What is the class schedule? Classes are held every other weekend, all day on Saturday and Sunday morning, with four residential sessions spaced throughout the 17 months of the program.
- Where would I attend classes? Students can attend live classes at one of the boardroom sites located in 20 major cities across the Americas, or log in online from anywhere in the world.
- Why should I pursue my MBA through the Cornell Executive MBA Americas program? This innovative program allows you to earn a Cornell degree from close to home, with a unique program format that brings together experienced professionals from different countries, industries, and areas of functional expertise.
Additional Cornell EMBA Options
In addition to the Executive MBA Americas program, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management offers two other EMBA programs: the Cornell EMBA Metro NY program and the Cornell EMBA/MS in Healthcare Leadership program.