The difference between an MBA and an Executive MBA

sallyawp
Wed, 05 May 2010 07:54:21 +0000

Typically, an MBA program is a full time program (yes, there are some part time evening programs) designed for those earlier in their careers (let’s say 2-10 years out of undergrad) who wish to advance their careers or to make career changes.

An E-MBA program, on the other hand, is for seasoned professionals who are typically sponsored by their employers. E-MBA students continue to work full time in their jobs while attending classes every other weekend (usually with a Friday at school as well), and then for 6-8 weeks during the summer. In other words, most E-MBA students need the cooperation and support of their employers in order to be successful in the program.