Rochester Institute of Technology - Saunders College
Rochester Institute of Technology - Saunders College
A highly accredited University, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a leader in professional and career-oriented education. Within this leading institution, The Saunders College of Business is a catalyst for producing critical thinkers and team-based leaders. Worldwide, more than 1,700 top executives got their start at the Saunders College of Business.
In today's competitive marketplace it's more important than ever to make sure your credentials are up to par, if not ahead of the competition. Earning your Executive MBA can help set you apart. Earn your online Executive MBA from RIT and join the ranks of highly sought after and successful business leaders.
- Accelerated – earn your degree in just 15 months and with no GMAT requirement
- Personalized – receive 1:1 coaching in Leadership and Business Writing and enjoy small class sizes of 15-20 students
- Prestigious – be confident in knowing your degree is from a highly accredited and respected school
- Relevant – solve real-world business problems using the latest strategies, tactics and technology
Executive MBA (Online)
RIT's online Executive MBA Program is a rigorous, innovative program for mature, high-performing professionals who are seeking to establish themselves with a sound foundation in business and leadership fundamentals and also distinguish their careers with an international business perspective.
With online education, you have the freedom to access course content, post discussions and brainstorm with peers whenever it is most convenient for you, from wherever you feel most comfortable. You will receive individual attention from your small group instructor as well as your professor and lessons are easily applicable to real-world business situations. This program is leading-edge and timely, course material is continuously updated to give you the learning you need to succeed.
The EMBA offers its students a variety of opportunities, many of which aren't available through regular MBA programs. Some of these benefits include:
- An AACSB-accredited degree with a GMAT waiver based on your professional contributions and experience.
- The Saunders International Experience to explore the global influence of business.
- A 3-day kick off residency on campus.
- An accelerated 15-month, case-based program.
- The opportunity to network with like-minded business professionals and become part of an active alumni network of CEOs and executives.
- Diverse, knowledgeable faculty with real-world experience.
- Flexible program - work anytime, from anywhere including your home or office.
The online Executive MBA program is designed for professionals who have a minimum of six years work experience. This allows for learning not only from the faculty but from each other within the classroom and team experiences. The foundation courses (finance, accounting, statistics, marketing, leadership, and economics) are covered in the first half of the program while the second half focused on building strategic skills through courses such as branding/new product commercialization, technology management, IT and supply chain management, international business, and negotiations.
Accreditations and Recognition
- Accredited by the AACSB.
- Ranked ninth by U.S. News and World Report in the "Best Universities Master's (North region)" category.
- Ranked among the nation's top business schools by The Princeton Review.