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PEMBA Program Design

Whether they want to gain more control over their own practice or assume leadership positions in healthcare or related industries, physicians need the latest and best business and organizational tools if they are to succeed professionally and thrive in today's complex and ever-changing healthcare environment.  Tailored specifically for their needs, Auburn's Physicians Executive MBA (PEMBA) Program affords physicians the opportunity to earn a fully accredited MBA degree with minimal interference with their professional demands.

On Campus Residencies
Students visit Auburn's campus five times during the 21-month program.  During these short residencies (Wednesday or Thursday through Sunday noon), the bulk of one course is delivered in a face-to-face, classroom/workshop setting.

Distance Learning Technologies
Auburn has a distinguished history in distance education and the use of innovative technologies allows the physician to learn from lectures, cases, and computer simulations.

Study Trips

The PEMBA program includes two study trips to enrich students’ perspectives on the future alternatives for healthcare delivery and practice.  First, the class spends a week in Europe (in the past we’ve traveled to Paris, Rome and London) getting in-depth exposure to a healthcare system different than that operating in the US.  Many of the features of these European systems are often suggested as alternatives to the current US model.  By interacting with healthcare providers and policy makers in these countries, our students develop a better appreciation of the pros and cons of these systems.

Students in the PEMBA program will also spend a week in Washington, DC interacting with US policy makers to learn about and debate the future of the US healthcare system.

The College of Business arranged these trips in partnership with the Southern Medical Association.  Physicians earn at least 20 hours of CME credits for each trip at no additional cost.