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Transform Your Career in a Year with the Executive MBA
Excelsior University’s Executive MBA (EMBA) is an intensive 12-month hybrid degree program designed for seasoned professionals seeking to become stronger, more resilient, forward-thinking leaders.
Online courses take engagement to a whole new level using a unique format that lets you interact and receive feedback in real time. The EMBA also features three four-day in-person residencies in major U.S. cities, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore local culture and build your network in collaboration with each location’s industry experts. Together with a tight-knit cohort, you’ll tackle hands-on projects that hone your talents in strategy, innovation, sustainability, and more.
The EMBA program has predetermined start dates. Check with Admissions for details and refer to the program handbook for important information regarding admission requirements, the curriculum, and academic policies.
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Executive MBA
- Major Core30 Credits
Executive Master of Business Administration
- Year 1 - Term 1
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This course equips students with the knowledge and skills to navigate dynamic organizational environments through resilient leadership. Participants will evaluate resilient leadership theories, formulate strategies for fostering workplace resilience, and analyze case studies to discern their impact on organizational culture and performance. The course emphasizes creating innovative solutions, applying resilient leadership for positive organizational change, and synthesizing research contributions to scholarly discourse and practical applications. Additionally, students will develop a comprehensive resilience plan, integrating leadership principles to fortify organizations in ever-evolving contexts. This holistic exploration prepares leaders to thrive in dynamic professional landscapes.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement -
Students will learn about advanced project management principles and develop schedules focusing on key concepts. The emphasis is on applying operations strategies for optimal processes, resource use, and efficient supply chains to enhance organizational performance. Through advanced techniques, students navigate project and operational risks for successful outcomes. Quality management, including Six Sigma methodologies, ensures high-quality deliverables. The course incorporates data analytics and quantitative methods for informed decision-making, utilizing KPIs to measure and improve performance. Essential team management skills, team development, conflict resolution, and effective project communication tools are integral components. This learning experience equips students for success in the dynamic fields of operations and project management.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement - Year 1 - Term 2
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Businesses face various risks, including financial, operational, strategic, compliance, and reputational risks, in this volatile and unpredictable world. The goal of risk management is not only to minimize the negative impact of potential threats but also to capitalize on opportunities that may arise. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of ethical risk management & compliance in the business context. Participants will apply ethical theories and frameworks to navigate complex business scenarios, ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and industry standards. The course emphasizes the development of ethical expectations, policies, and procedures to foster an organizational culture of ethical awareness and compliance. Participants will also learn to prioritize ethical conduct in managing stakeholder relationships and effectively navigate complex, global business interests. Furthermore, the course equips individuals with the skills to apply risk mitigation techniques, establishing a resilient organizational framework that places a premium on ethical conduct and compliance.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement -
This comprehensive course in Corporate Finance & Accounting equips students with the essential skills for strategic financial decision-making. Through a blend of theoretical understanding and practical application, participants will learn to conduct financial analyses that integrate accounting and auditing, ensuring accurate and transparent reports. The course delves into optimizing capital structures, incorporating auditing principles to assess the impact of financing options on financial health. Students will gain proficiency in analyzing a firm's performance using financial statements and explaining complex financial transactions such as mergers, leverage buyouts, and divestitures of assets. Moreover, the course focuses on the development of integrated financial plans, incorporating accounting, auditing, and forecasting for informed and strategic decision-making.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement - Year 1 - Term 3
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In this course, students will explore the strategic role of Information Technology (IT) in modern organizations. They will learn to recommend and justify the adoption of advanced business technologies, focusing on enhancing productivity and organizational efficiency. Students will delve into the transformative power of IT, justifying its role in fostering innovation, enabling new business models, and maintaining competitiveness in dynamic markets. Additionally, they will gain insights into the risks associated with IT, becoming proficient in implementing measures to ensure data security and privacy, with a particular emphasis on cybersecurity threats. The course will also equip students with the skills to facilitate effective communication and collaboration within teams, utilizing collaborative tools and platforms. Furthermore, students will develop the ability to create compelling data visualizations through data analysis, enabling them to communicate complex information and contribute to strategic decision-making processes.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement -
In this course, students will master the art of creating impactful brand marketing campaigns, developing a deep understanding of various marketing frameworks and their applicability across diverse organizational cultures. They will critically evaluate marketing contexts, examining the practical use of media to achieve organizational goals. The course will also focus on deriving value from social media activities, enabling students to generate a return on investment for time and resources invested. Additionally, students will gain insights into the ethical and regulatory aspects integral to best-practice marketing programs, fostering a comprehensive understanding of responsible marketing strategies.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement - Year 1 - Term 4
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In this course, students master advanced systems thinking, creating innovative and sustainable business strategies. They integrate corporate social responsibility into business practices, emphasizing ethical decision-making, community engagement, and responsible business conduct. Additionally, they develop strategies for business resilience, considering technological advancements, market changes, and societal trends, while cultivating an ethical organizational culture aligned with sustainability principles and values. The course prepares students to navigate complex challenges with creativity and contribute to responsible and sustainable business conduct.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement -
In this course, students will analyze real-world case studies to assess the application of economic theories in managerial decisions and propose alternative economic strategies for optimizing choices. They will develop practical skills in formulating mathematical models, executing scenario analyses, and communicating economic insights through comprehensive reports and stakeholder-oriented presentations. The course will also explore the impact of economic policies on business operations, guiding students in evaluating implications and devising adaptive or influential strategies. Additionally, students will integrate economic principles into leadership strategies, fostering a culture of informed decision-making within organizations.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement - Year 1 - Term 5
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n this course, students acquire the skills to formulate strategic decisions aligned with organizational goals and responsive to dynamic market conditions. Emphasizing innovation and creative thinking, the course fosters a transformative culture, enabling students to apply effective strategies for organizational change and successful plan execution. Students gain the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and business growth in dynamic markets and execute global strategies for expanding market presence and achieving international outcomes. This comprehensive approach prepares them for leadership roles in evolving business landscapes, emphasizing sustainability and strategic decision-making.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement - Year 1 - Term 6
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In this capstone course, students will integrate their acquired knowledge into a self-designed and led final project. They'll apply inclusive, sustainable business practices, leverage technology for efficiency, and make informed strategic decisions within the context of their project. Emphasis is on fostering inclusive teams, effective leadership communication, and navigating dynamic environments, all woven into their unique project. The experience encourages students to leverage business networks within their project, generating new ideas and opportunities. This culmination prepares students for leadership roles by integrating multidimensional skills for impactful contributions to the business landscape through their self-directed project.Prerequisites
NoneCredit Hours
3Major Requirement
- Major Requirement
- General Education Requirement
- University Requirement
- Arts and Sciences Elective
- Concentration Requirement
- Prerequisite to Major Courses
* Denotes alternative courses are available.
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Institutional Accreditation
Excelsior University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Excelsior University’s accreditation status is accreditation reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 23, 2022 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
All of Excelsior University’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department.