Executive MBA
Make an impact on your organization and your career. Finish in 20 months.
UConn's Executive MBA (EMBA) Program is where accomplished professionals and high-performing managers become high-impact leaders. Our 42-credit curriculum balances technical rigor, management theory, and practical applications to everyday business situations. Our EMBA program is in-person in Hartford, CT. A new cohort of students is admitted each Fall semester, and classes meet every other Saturday and two Fridays per semester. Our elite faculty foster learning, engaged collaboration, and networking, and students complete their MBA in 20 months.
Executive MBA at a Glance
- Transforming accomplished professionals and managers into impactful leaders
- In-person learning experience in Hartford, CT
- Cohort-based program leveraging diverse backgrounds of students
- 42 credits in 20 months
- Classes every other Saturday & two Fridays per semester
- Global travel experience
- Scholarships available
- Start term: Fall semester
UConn is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) via the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. UConn's School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
EMBA Events
Join UConn's EMBA Networking Social to connect with faculty, staff, and alumni, where you'll gain invaluable program insights and ignite your career trajectory!
June 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM
The UConn Executive MBA Student
UConn's Executive MBA students are accomplished professionals and high-performing managers dedicated to becoming impactful leaders. With an average of 10 years of professional experience across diverse fields such as engineering, technology, education, healthcare, and insurance, students bring a wealth of knowledge to the program.
UConn Executive MBA alumni leverage their education and experience in the program to advance to new management roles within their organizations, transition to new employers or professions, and undertake entrepreneurial pursuits.
UConn's EMBA program builds great leaders; become one.
The EMBA Cohort
Our EMBA cohort is limited to 30 students and begins each Fall semester. Through rigorous coursework and collaborative learning, our Executive MBA students develop a versatile skill set and advanced business acumen, enriching classroom discussions with their curiosity, expertise, and determination. Our alumni and students value the diverse perspectives offered by our multidisciplinary teams, which enhance their ability to identify and execute effective business solutions.
Led by Elite Faculty
The UConn EMBA program is designed and led by experienced UConn faculty and industry professionals. Our faculty bring professional experience, expert research, and insights into current business issues to the classroom. They are accessible, fostering meaningful connections with students beyond class time.
EMBA Curriculum
The UConn EMBA broad-based management curriculum is designed to equip experienced managers and professionals with the advanced skills and knowledge to excel in leadership roles. EMBA courses in key business domains are tailored to drive creative and strategic thinking and practical insights essential to today's dynamic business environment. Our students and alumni put their learning to work to address challenges in their jobs.
Classes meet in-person from 8:00 am to 6:15 pm every other Saturday plus two Fridays per semester at our Hartford Graduate Business Learning Center.
Global Immersion Experience
The UConn EMBA cohort participates in an international trip, scheduled in June between the first and second year of classes. The course is designed to provide a holistic, culturally enhanced business experience, visiting a variety of global and national firms and local businesses and entrepreneurs. Students learn about international business practices, business strategies, and how culture impacts business.
EMBA Fits Your Busy Life
Built with busy professionals in mind, the EMBA schedule is predictable and manageable. In-person classes are scheduled every other Saturday plus two Fridays per semester at UConn's Graduate Business Learning Center in Hartford. In June between the first and second year of the program the EMBA cohort travels to another country to fortify their global business perspective.
Graduate Certificate Specialization
UConn EMBA students in their final semester of coursework and alumni are invited to take courses toward a Graduate Certificate at no additional cost. Certificates are offered in the areas of accounting, finance, operations and information systems, marketing, and management.
Executive MBA All-Inclusive Fees
UConn's EMBA all-inclusive program fee of $95,000 includes:
- University and course fees
- Course materials (books, cases, a laptop computer and course relevant software)
- In-Residence program (accommodation and meals)
- Global Immersion (transportation, accommodation, meals, and insurance
- Class day (breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks; parking fees)
- High-touch administrative support (registration, billing)
- Optional completion of a Graduate Certificate
The $1,800 non-refundable deposit, required upon acceptance of the program, holds your seat and is applied to your first tuition payment.
Learn about the EMBA
- EMBA Impact Scholarship
- Early Application Award
- UConn Legacy Scholarship
- Corporate Discounts and Scholarships
- Veterans Benefits
Access your online application account
First-time users will create a new online account when they enter our application system via the "Apply Now" button. Returning users can use their designated email and password to log in.
Write your essay
We require a personal essay for the EMBA program. The prompt is located in the application itself. Don’t forget, you have access to log in and out of your application as many times as you need to in order to complete your application!
Contact your references
Request two letters of recommendation. It is important to reach out to your references as early as possible to give them enough time to complete your recommendations. In the system, you will be prompted to enter your references’ information. Once added, our system will contact your references directly via email, and provide a secure link for them to quickly and easily submit their letters. At no point should you be handling and submitting your letters of recommendation.
Upload your unofficial transcript
For application review purposes, we only require an unofficial copy of your transcript. If admitted, we will then need your official transcript sent directly from your institution.
Enter your professional experience
Upload your current resume in your online application so we can learn more about your background. We look for a minimum of two years of professional work experience.
Submit your application
Once you have completed all necessary fields and submitted all required documents, you are ready to submit your application, along with a $75 non-refundable application fee.
The EMBA Class Experience
The EMBA Class Experience
Year One
Fall
- Core Financial Statements
- Using Statistics in Business
- Managing Teams and Organization Culture
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Fundamentals of Financial Management
- Customer Insights
Spring
- Capital Budgeting and Corporate Financial Policy
- Financial Controls
- Value Creation and Competition
- Performance Evaluation
- Strategic Fit and Coordination
- Microeconomic Incentives
Summer
- Domestic and Global Macroeconomics
- Driving Market Demand
- Global Business Issues
- Leveraging Digital Technologies
- Domestic and International Legal Structures
Year two
Fall
- Sustainable Competitive Strategy
- Managing Brand Value
- Managing Information Technology
- Operational Analytics and Improvement
- Alternative Investments and Risk Management
Spring
- Executive Project
- Employment Law
- Leadership
Class Schedule
EMBA classes are held every other Saturday and one Friday every six weeks. A typical day is as follows
7:30am - 8:00am Breakfast
8:00am - 11:00am Class 1
11:00am - 11:15am Break
11:15pm - 12:30pm Class 2 (Part One)
12:30pm - 1:15pm Lunch
1:15pm - 3:00pm Class 2 (Part Two)
3:00pm - 3:15pm Break
3:15pm - 6:15pm Class 3
Contact Us
For more information about the UConn Executive MBA program contact:
Jessica Baker
Executive MBA Program Manager
860 728 2408
jessica.baker@uconn.edu
Campus Location:
UConn School of Business
Graduate Business Learning Center
100 Constitution Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103