Auburn University - EMBA - Program Design

FAQ

1.	What is the difference between the Outreach Program and the Executive MBA Program?
	The Outreach Program is a video–based distance learning program available to students who live within the US and Canada or US military students with APO or FPO addresses. This option offers more flexibility than any other MBA Program option we offer. (It is the only program that is not lock–step.) The only time students come to campus is for the four–day team case analysis their last Fall semester. The Executive MBA Program is for students with at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience. It is a lock–step program which includes five one–week residencies at Auburn and one international trip. This program uses DVD's as the method of instruction; they contain lectures, powerpoint slides, and other course materials. Since there are several residency weeks and an international trip, students have many opportunities to work with and get to know each other, as well as the faculty. The Executive MBA Program also offers a concentration in Technology Management for Engineers and Computer Scientists and a concentration in HealthCare Management for non-MD's working in any phase of the healthcare industry.
2.	How much is tuition?
	On–Campus tuition is equal to Auburn University tuition Instate: $2,625 per semester Out–of–state: $7,875 per semester Outreach tuition is $598 per credit hour (the program is 36 hours) Executive MBA Program: $46,250 Physicians Executive MBA Program: $49,875
3.	What are the work experience requirements?
	On–Campus MBA Program: 2 year minimum; students without two years of work experience are required to do a summer internship. Outreach MBA Program: We recommend at least 2 years Executive MBA Program: 8 years Physicians Executive MBA Program: None, however you must have an MD
4.	When does the Program begin?
	On–Campus MBA Program: Fall semester only Outreach MBA Program: Fall and Spring semesters Executive MBA Program: Fall semester only Physicians Executive MBA Program: Fall semester only
5.	What is the deadline for applications?
	On–Campus MBA Program: Priority deadline March 1; after that on a space–available basis. Outreach MBA Program: Priority deadlines of March 1 and September 1; after that on a space–available basis. Executive MBA Program: Priority deadline June 1; after that on a space–available basis. Physicians Executive MBA Program: Priority deadline June 1; after that on a space–available basis.
6.	What is the length of the program?
	On–Campus MBA Program: 1.5 years (4 semesters) Outreach MBA Program: 2.5 – 3.5 years Executive MBA Program: 21 months (5 semesters) Physicians Executive MBA Program: 21 months (5 semesters)
7.	For the Executive MBA Programs, what does tuition include?
	Tuition includes a Video iPod, lodging and most meals for the residency weeks in Auburn and airfare, lodging, and meals for the study abroad trip. Books and course packets are also included. The Physicians MBA tuition also includes airfare, lodging, and most meals for the Washington DC trip.
8.	Is a Bachelors degree required?
	Yes, a bachelor's degree from a 4–year institution is required.
9.	Can I transfer credits from another MBA Program?
	In the On–Campus and Outreach Programs you may transfer up to 12 semester hours, however they may only be used for elective credit. You must take all of our core classes. The Graduate School determines which credits are transferable. The Executive Programs do not accept any transfer credits.
10.	Do I have to take the GMAT?
	The GMAT is required for On-campus and Outreach MBA Programs. The GMAT is waived for students who already have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree (i.e. JD, DVM). Students applying for the Executive MBA Program will participate in a structured interview in lieu of taking the GMAT.
11.	What is the average GMAT score?
	On–Campus Program: 622 Outreach MBA Program: 580
12.	What are the minimum TOEFL scores?
	Computer–based: 213 Paper–based: 550
13.	Are there prerequisites required?
	Our On–Campus and Outreach Programs require prerequisites. Please click here for more information. The Executive Program provides all necessary foundation materials directly to the student on a Video iPod.
14.	For the Executive MBA Programs, what happens if I miss a residency week?
	You may continue with the program, but you must make up the residency week the next year.
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