Admission Policies and Requirements

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Executive MBA Program is for professionals with significant business experience who have the potential for continued career growth.  The program attracts a diverse group of participants - engineers, bankers, attorneys, physicians, and scientists, in addition to executives from more traditional business functions.

Admission Criteria

At least eight years of professional work experience in business with a minimum of five years of leadership responsibilities.

• Above-average job performance and high potential for future advancement.
• Ability and desire to perform successfully in a rigorous academic environment.
• Willingness to participate in high-intensity, interactive classes and to devote a fair share to study team meetings, as well as to a program of individual study. 
• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Maturity and motivation to make a two-year commitment.
• Work release from employer for class hours that run concurrently with work hours.

Application Procedures

Application cycles for fall 2012.
online application system

Admissions cycles close on the 1st of every month. Applications that are complete on the 1st will be reviewed and an admission decision will be provided within 6 weeks of the 1st of the month in which the application became complete.

Early application is highly recommended since class size is limited and qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

In order for an application to be complete all of the following must be submitted:

1. On line application

2. Two Essays

3. Two recommendation forms

4. Employer authorization form

5. Original transcripts from all institutions of higher learning (not just the institution from which the applicant received a degree)

6. Current resume

7. $56.00 application fee

More details about requirements can be found on the application checklist page.