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ADMISSIONS ESSENTIALS Americas MBA for Executives and Executive MBA
Our students are curious, adaptable, self-aware, persistent lifelong learners. Above all, they are team players, self-starters and complex problem solvers. Sound like you? We don’t simply look for smart people. We seek the right people who will enhance everyone’s experience in the collaborative community we call Owen.
CLASS PROFILE Includes both Americas and Executive MBA students
Average class size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33% Military . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% Married . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64% Average years of work experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 (range 5-33) Advanced degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22% Average GMAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 Average Executive Assessment (EA) . . . . . . . . 151 Class profile is a multi-year average.
Job Functions Represented l 21% Finance/Accounting l 21% General Mgmt/Entrepreneurship l 19% Marketing/Sales l 17% Information Technology l 12% Professional/Consulting l 10% Operations/Logistics
Industries Represented l 29% Consumer Products/Manufacturing l 21% Health Care/Pharma/Biotech l 14% Financial Services l 12% High Tech l 12% Government/Nonprofit l 12% Other* * Includes Consulting, Energy and Logistics
ADMISSIONS EVENTS
Personal Consultation
Join us on campus to experience Vanderbilt firsthand. Meet our admissions staff, ask questions of alumni and participate in a sample class led by a world-class faculty member.
We understand that your questions and concerns are as unique as you are. Our admissions staff is available to help answer your questions and help you assess whether the timing is right for you to apply. Visit vanderbiltemba.com today to schedule your in-person or phone consultation.
Rolling Admissions
Application review is on a rolling basis for the class entering in August. Once your application is complete, we will notify you of the admissions decision within ten business days.
Requirements Successful candidates will have at least five years of strong employment history and demonstrated management expertise, with significant, proven quantitative experience and aptitude. They will be able to demonstrate both teamwork and leadership experience. To be considered, all applicants must provide: n
A completed, submitted online application n Undergraduate transcripts (and graduate transcripts, if applicable) n GMAT or Executive Assessment (EA) n Career essay n Two professional recommendations n Résumé n Personal interview
Test Preparation
On-campus Preview Day Dates n
Nov. 18, 2017 Jan. 20, 2018 n Mar. 3, 2018 n Apr. 7, 2018 n
Off-campus Opportunities We’d also love to meet you on the road. Check vanderbiltemba.com for upcoming admissions events; we may be coming to a city near you.
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID Americas and Executive MBA students typically fund their education through corporate sponsorships, student loans and personal investment while continuing to work full time.
Estimated Expenses Tuition year 1…………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 53,990 Fees year 1*……………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6,140 TOTAL year 1………….. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 60,130 Tuition and fees are for 2017-18. Costs for the 2018-19 academic year will be posted online in spring 2018.
Need help preparing forthe GMAT or Executive Assessment? Complimentary test preparation resources are available to qualified submitted applicants.
* Fees cover books and course materials, most meals while classes and residencies are in session, lodging for residencies, library and database access. Fees subject to change.
Personal Interview
Full tuition (paid by employer). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% Partial tuition (avg. amount $13,000/year) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59% Self-funded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31%
The required interview with the Executive Director is an opportunity for you to share your: n
background, professional experience and career progression. n academic preparation (college and post-grad). n current role, including proven leadership and management skills. n ability to apply the program’s content to your organization. n potential contributions to the classroom and C-Team.
Typical Company Sponsorship
Financial Aid Americas and Executive MBA students may apply for U.S. government loans as full-time students via the Vanderbilt Financial Aid Office. Options available include federal loan options such as Federal Direct Stafford Loans, as well as private alternative loans.
Scholarships Vanderbilt Executive MBA Programs offer several scholarship opportunities: n
Nonprofit Management Scholarship (apply by March 31) Ingram Scholar Award Scholarship (apply by May 31) n Forté Fellowship for Women (apply by May 31) n Americas MBA Scholarship (apply by May 31) n Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement For eligibility requirements, please contact us. n
Executive MBA Americas MBA for Executives
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