Executive M.B.A. 
Email: mbaprograms@exchange.uci.edu

The Executive MBA (EMBA) is a rigorous 21-month program tailored for executives, senior managers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and technical experts across Southern California. Participants, who average 18 years of work experience with a minimum of eight years, possess demonstrated leadership abilities and a proven track record of success. Starting each fall, students attend classes for six quarters. The cohort format fosters active participation and close interaction among peers. The program features an applications-oriented curriculum with an international and digital focus, equipping seasoned professionals with contemporary management tools to lead organizations in a dynamic business environment. The 66-unit program combines 10 common core courses (42 units) and 24 units of elective courses in an accelerated timetable.

Further information may be obtained by contacting the University of California, Irvine, Executive MBA Programs, The Paul Merage School of Business, SB1 2500, CA 92697-3125; 949-824-4565; or visit the Executive MBA website.

The admission process for the Executive MBA program at the Paul Merage School of Business at UCI involves a thorough evaluation of all submitted materials, including academic transcripts, work experience, essays, and letters of recommendation. While there are no specific prerequisites, the Admissions Committee emphasizes evidence of quantitative proficiency and strong verbal skills. Applicants from diverse undergraduate backgrounds, including liberal arts, sciences, computer science, and engineering, are encouraged to apply, with preferred undergraduate degrees in fields such as mathematics, computer science, economics, statistics, engineering, or physics. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a final deadline typically around April 1, and prospective students are advised to consult the MBA Admissions Office for specific submission details.

In addition to the University of California's general requirements for graduate study, the Paul Merage School of Business specifies that the GMAT or GRE is not required, though submitting GMAT scores is recommended for applicants lacking quantitative skills. A bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution is necessary, with a preferred GPA of B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher. Additional qualifications such as graduate degrees, licenses, or certificates are also considered. Applicants must submit responses to three mandatory essay questions and an optional fourth, alongside a resume and any other relevant materials. Applicants should have a minimum of five years of increasingly successful work experience and be currently employed, preferably in a senior position. Any candidate with less than eight years of experience must show significant experience at a senior or entrepreneurial level. Two confidential letters of recommendation and a personal interview with the Program Director are mandatory. The Admissions Committee evaluates candidates based on their potential for graduate work in management, general management capabilities, contribution to the educational process, commitment to the program, and professional communication skills. For applicants with foreign undergraduate degrees, a minimum TOEFL score of 600, or 250 for the computer-based test, is recommended.

The Executive MBA (EMBA) program is a rigorous 21-month course tailored for executives, senior managers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and technical experts across Southern California. Participants, who average 18 years of work experience with a minimum of eight years, possess demonstrated leadership abilities and a proven track record of success. Starting each fall, students attend classes for six consecutive quarters. The cohort format fosters active participation and close interaction among peers. The program features an applications-oriented curriculum with an international and digital focus, equipping seasoned professionals with contemporary management tools to lead organizations in a dynamic business environment. The 66-unit program combines 10 common core courses (42 units) and 24 units of elective courses in an accelerated timetable.

MGMT EP 200	Thinking Strategically in the Digital Age for Executives
MGMT EP 201A	Business Analytics: Decision-Making for Executives
MGMT EP 202	Organizational Leadership for Executives
MGMT EP 203A	Financial Reporting Policies for Executives
MGMT EP 204A	Microeconomics for Executives in the Digital Age
MGMT EP 205	Marketing Leadership
MGMT EP 207	Competing with Digital: Technology, Analytics, Business Models
MGMT EP 208	Operational Excellence: Processes, Strategy, and Analytics
MGMT EP 209A	Managerial Finance for Executives
MGMT EP 210	Strategy for Executives: Foundations and Dynamics
B. Select 34 units of electives.

In addition to the two, four-day residentials, students participate in an in-depth academic, week-long global residential course abroad. This provides a unique opportunity to experience global business firsthand from a corporate, academic, and cultural standpoint.