Masters in Business AdministrationExecutive MBA in Leadership Development
Why Choose Our Program?
If you are preparing to join an executive leadership team, are working towards becoming a CEO, CFO, want to be a rising star in an organization, or want to launch a significant new venture, then the Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program is designed for you.
- Past graduates of the JU EMBA have or now hold titles such as Chief Executive Officer, President, Vice President, Chief of Staff, or Founder.
- There is a long history of over 30 years of EMBA education at Jacksonville University (JU). Therefore, you can join a large network of successful JU EMBA graduates that are currently leading organizations.
- Cohort Classes designed for working professionals
Attend classes once a month (Friday & Saturday / 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)* - 40% of EMBA graduates report receiving a promotion nationally.
- The JU EMBA program was recognized by CEO magazine in their 2020 Global ranking as a premier global EMBA program worldwide.
- The JU EMBA is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
- Tuition includes classes, a virtual international trip and other immersion experiences, books for the 5 specialized leadership classes, supplies, flex bucks towards meals while on campus, customized advising, and IT support.
- We appreciate your real-world experience so we waived the GMAT/GRE.
Virtual Information Session
Request to watch a previous virtual information session. These sessions will allow you to learn more about our program, hear from faculty and understand the admissions process.
Invest in YouExecutive MBA classes your way
Choose to attend class in-person or online. Classes meet one Friday and Saturday each month on JU's beautiful Florida riverside campus. But if you can’t make it, we’ve got you covered. You can always stream the class live or watch a video later. You never have to miss anything. Our program:
- Focuses on executive leadership style and communication
- Promotes shared learning and networking using a cohort-based format
- Promotes shared cultural and diversity immersions in the classroom and in an international experience
- Emphasizes corporate social responsibility through community engagement
- Provides concentrations in Executive Accounting/Finance or Management Development
- Two new class orientations on (Saturday / 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) each semester.
We are currently selecting high performing and seasoned professionals for our fall class. Don’t miss this opportunity for professional growth and career advancement. Apply now!
EMBA
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Enhance Your Executive Skills Our Immersion Learning Program
- Immersions allow our EMBA students to immediately apply classroom knowledge in real-world situations (local and international immersion).
- Work with Jacksonville businesses and non-profits for applied projects and action-learning experiences.
- Virtual International Immersion trip –- additional travel abroad possibilities for career-shaping experiences in international business operations. The International Immersion experience is included in the cost of tuition.
- Pictured here, EMBA C/O 2020 in Budapest. Previous locations for our EMBA students
were:
- 2019 - Budapest
- 2018 - Prague
- 2017 - Chile
- 2016 - Portugal
- 2015 - Peru
Veterans and Military StudentsSupport for Military Members
Our university is proud to be one of the most military friendly campuses in the United States. We value our military students not only for their service to our country, but also the leadership, life experience and maturity they bring to the educational environment on our campus. JU provides the Veterans and Military Resource Center to assist its veterans with admission, transition, academic success, and student involvement.
"Learn from a network with top level executives, including our Executive Advisory Board."
AdmissionsHow to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for admission:
- Resume
- Statement of Intent: This is an essay summarizing your background, goals, and interests in attending JU.
- GRE or GMAT Score: Students graduating with a degree in business from an AACSB accredited
business school who hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher are exempt
from this requirement. Student's holding a master's or doctoral degree from a regionally
accredited institution are exempt from this requirement.
- The GRE has been temporary waived for students with a GPA above 3.0.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. We will need a transcript for all courses that your degree institution accepted to confer your degree.* All education obtained outside of the U.S. will require a course by course evaluation with grade point average calculation from a NACES member www.naces.org
International Student Application Requirements
In addition to the above list, International students are required to submit additional
documents:
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE English Proficiency score