Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom. George Washington Carver Executive MBA Program
Letter from the Dean: I am proud to present Boise State University s Executive MBA program. Our distinctive program and curriculum are designed to develop innovative leaders who will shape the business enterprises and public policy of the future. Through participation in this program, you will gain the expertise and self-assurance to transform yourself and your organization while growing your network in one of the most vibrant and livable cities in the West. You will learn in parallel from our world-class faculty, a highly selective cohort of peers, and a personal executive coach. Now is the time to Invest in your Future with an Executive MBA. Thank you for your interest in Boise State University s Executive MBA program. Patrick Shannon Dean, College of Business and Economics Table of Contents: Page 3...Real-Life Leaders & Learning Page 4...Program Highlights Page 5...EMBA Demographics Page 6...International Residency Page 7...Strength of Team Learning Page 8...Innovative Curriculum Page 9...Integrated Support Page 10...Candidate Profile Admission Process 2010 Graduate Survey Results Page 11...Calendar 2
Real-Life Leaders and Learning Professional. Practical. Proven. Enhance your strengths. Boise State University s Executive MBA (EMBA) program gives you the inside track: the opportunity to learn from experienced faculty and business executives. Equip yourself for greater responsibility. The action-based learning environment, devoted to real-world issues, enables you to study, practice, and master practical, relevant leadership skills. Sharing ideas and experiences is encouraged. Earned excellence. BSU s College of Business and Economics is accredited by the AACSB the gold standard for business education. Randy Hales, succesful entrepreneur, facilitates a live case on one of his winning ventures in the EMBA 522 Turnaround Module. Mr. Hales is currently the CEO of Mity Enterprises, a furniture systems manufacturer and marketer with worldwide sales and operations. He is also the CEO of Broda, a medical products company based in Ontario, Canada. 3
Program Highlights Designed to cultivate confident and strategic leaders. The BSU EMBA program features: Unique, Integrated Curriculum. EMBA multidisciplinary courses replicate the complex real-world situations you face. Best Practices. A broad range of current industry perspectives provides exposure to innovative and reliable problem-solving strategies. Individual Coaching. An executive coach works with you one-on-one to help enhance your strengths and address areas for leadership improvement. International Curriculum. Exposure to cross-cultural issues prepares you for the global economy. Exceptional Customer Service. Our dedicated staff handles the details and distractions so you can focus on learning. My study group was composed of a variety of personalities from different industries and disciplines. After working with one company, in one industry for 16 years, it was a breath of fresh air to hear new perspectives and broaden my view of business. Kayce McEwan, 11 Director, Corporate Human Resources at J.R. Simplot Company 4
EMBA Demographics By the Numbers Company Size 3:7 Female to Male Ratio 39 Average Age of EMBA Participants 10,000 19,999 18% 50,000+ 6% 20,000 49,999 6% 1 999 40% 17 Average Years of Work Experience 13 Average Years of Management Experience 5,000 9,999 6% 1,000 4,999 24% Industries Positions Agriculture Banking Consulting Service Healthcare High Tech Hospitality Entrepreneur 7% CEO/President 8% VP/GM 12% Manager 35% Entrepreneur Legal Environmental Finance Government Manufacturing Real Estate Utilities Director 16% Other Sr Eng, JD, MD 22% 5
International Residency The International Residency Week destination is Hanoi, Vietnam, which is experiencing one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Participants broaden their global skills while attending meetings with business and government leaders, and visiting various cultural sites. This week has been referred to as more of a trade mission experience than an academic one. The Vietnam residency was a true cultural immersion with a very well thought-out agenda. I was able to use that knowledge and experience to help provide insights to my company when working on our future strategy. Marie Tadlock, 10 LaserJet Strategic Planner at Hewlett-Packard 6
Strength of Team Learning Leadership does not occur in a vacuum and neither does the BSU EMBA program. Teamwork is central. From day one you will work with a team of peers to share ideas, gain practical insights, improve strategic-thinking skills and enhance your network. Your study team will unite participants from varied backgrounds so you can benefit from the broad experiences of others. Synergy begins in the classroom and expands to the workplace. EMBA was the greatest professional and personal development experience I have had in a 20 years career. The variety of people and points of view helped me become a broader, more strategic thinker. Now I see opportunity in situations that I previously would have viewed as threats to our company. I m convinced skills developed in EMBA will be critical to my career advancement. Lisa Grow, 08 Senior VP of Power Supply at Idaho Power 7
Innovative Curriculum Business opportunities and challenges do not come neatly packaged in pre-labeled, discipline-specific boxes and neither does the EMBA program. The BSU EMBA program builds upon a multi-disciplinary, integrated curriculum that best replicates real-world experiences. Our consortium partnerships with regional organizations bring hands-on experience and insight into the classroom. EMBA program topics and projects combine multiple perspectives enabling you to learn in the same environment in which you work. 8
Integrated Support The BSU EMBA program is demanding and rewarding. The EMBA staff knows the rigors of the program and helps you succeed by providing support in several areas. Program prep available to build confidence. Before class even starts we guide you through a pre-program self-assessment, and if needed, provide tutorial primers to ensure you are prepared for the EMBA program. VIP Service. We register you for classes, deliver textbooks and other class materials, coordinate meals and validate parking for class sessions so you do not have to waste time on logistics. Family Support. Your success is highly dependent on support from those close to you. Thus, we host events throughout the two-year program for spouses, significant others, and children. These events provide a setting for everyone to get to know each other, share the EMBA experience, and have fun outside of class sessions and team meetings. One of the most enjoyable and helpful aspects of the EMBA program was the amount of family support and involvement that was provided. Having my husband and kids included in functions throughout the year really helped them understand and accept the amount of time I had to devote to the program. We still love attending the back-to-school family picnic to welcome the incoming EMBAs, reunite with EMBA alums, and participate in the fun, family activities. Trisha Stevens Lamb, 08 Public Relations and Communications Manager at Boise State University 9
Candidate Profile Successful candidates preferably have: Approximately six years of professional experience with steady career progression and current employment in middle to upper management A bachelor s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a non-u.s. institution Professional growth potential Leadership aptitude Quantitative ability Familiarity with current desktop software A willingness to make a 21-month commitment to the program. Admission Process The Admissions Committee strives to create cohort classes of highly qualified individuals from diverse educational and industry backgrounds. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed admission and application information online at http://emba.boisestate.edu. Fee: The Executive MBA program fee of $22,350 per academic year covers tuition, all books and materials, lodging for the two week-long residencies, and lunches and breaks during regular sessions. Transportation to residencies is the responsibility of participants. Please visit our website at http://emba.boisestate. edu, or call us at 208-426-4034. O u r C o m m i t m e n t Yo u r C o m m i t m e n t We are committed to your success. We understand the unique challenge of balancing personal, professional, and academic life. We register you for classes, obtain all books and materials, and provide tutorial primers. In addition, we discuss the program with your family and employer. The EMBA Program is demanding, rigorous, and requires serious dedication. Participants should expect 15-25 hours of homework per week while classes are in session. We believe that those willing to make the effort deserve a quality education. 2010 Graduate Survey Results Boise State University s EMBA earned very high marks for the second consecutive year in an independent survey of its graduates by the International Executive MBA Council. The marks are noticeably higher than worldwide averages. Overall Value 9.1 Average Rating for all programs worldwide: 8.0 Overall Quality 9.2 Average Rating for all programs worldwide: 8.4 Likelihood to Recommend 9.6 Average Rating for all programs worldwide: 8.8 Marks were on a 10-point scale. 10
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Executive MBA Program http://emba.boisestate.edu emba@boisestate.edu Boise State University College of Business and Economics 1910 University Drive, Room 318 Boise, Idaho 83725-1600 phone 208-426-4034