What is Executive MBA?

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Updated on Jun 1, 2022 15:37 IST

Know all about Executive MBA, career opportunities, salaries, syllabus and more in the article below.

What sets the executive MBA apart from many other MBA programmes is the level of experience and insights that students bring to the programme. In most EMBA programmes students' professional experience and expertise becomes an integral part of the curriculum. The programme is typically completed in a period of one to two years. During this period, candidates gain a wide range of new skills and sharpen their analytical abilities by combining coursework with day-to-day professional experience. The admission fee for EMBA programmes is relatively higher than the regular MBA programmes, however, in most cases, the employer provides financial assistance to its employees for pursuing an Executive MBA. EMBA has become increasingly popular in recent times and many top B-schools are also giving placements to EMBA graduates.

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Popular Executive MBA Specializations

Look at the table below to know the EMBA specializations.

Top EMBA Specialisations
Bio-Technology	Telecom
Infrastructure Development	Hospitality Management
Retails	Accounting
Aviation	Operations
General Management	Sales and Marketing
Finance	Human Resources
IT	Internation Business
Import/Export	Retails
Hospital/Healthcare management

Eligibility Criteria for EMBA

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria in order to pursue EMBA:

A bachelor's degree is a must with at least 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA from a recognised university.
Candidates need to have about 2 to 5 years of professional experience.
Candidates must be more than 27 years of age at the time of applying.
Average GMAT may also be required by some institutes.

Executive MBA Career Prospects and Top Companies

After completing an EMBA, aspirants can get lucrative job opportunities in big companies in India and abroad. They also stand a chance to climb the ladder faster in the organization they are working for. Also, they can also start their own venture which assists in building an international network of personal and professional contacts. From finance professionals to Human Resource to even product managers are taking this course to be able to have an edge over their peers. Listed below are some of the job profiles and average salaries offered to them.

Executive MBA jobs	Average salary per annum (INR in lakh)*
Chief Executive Officer	30
Chief Financial Officer	13
Marketing Director	26
Chief Operating Officer	14
Operations Manager	7.8
Product Development Manager	15
HR Director	29
Digital Marketing Manager	5
Project Manager	13
Telecommunications Manager	8.6
Infrastructure Manager	11
International Business Manager	10
Energy & Environment Manager	6
Import & Export Manager	6
IT & Systems Manager	7
Healthcare & Hospital Manager	4.8
Supply Chain Manager	8.5
Public Relations Manager	6.2

*salary data is taken from payscale.com

Executive MBA: Top Recruiters and Companies

Below is the list of top companies that hire Executive MBA graduates.

Top E-MBA Recrutiers
Amazon	BCG
Citibank	ITC
Samsung	Vodafone
Reliance	JP Morgan Chase & Co.
McKinsey & Company	HSBC
Nestle	Aditya Birla Group
HCL	Infosys
Vedanta	Larsen & Toubro
Hindustan Unilever	Godrej
Asian Paints	Tata Motors
Cadbury	KPMG

Management Entrance Exams for EMBA

The table below depicts a list of top entrance exams for admission into EMBA. Check out now.

Top Executive MBA Entrance Exams in India
CAT	GMAT
XAT	EMAT
NMAT by GMAC	CMAT

Also Read: List of all EMBA/ MBA entrance exams

Executive MBA Syllabus

The Executive MBA syllabus comprises both core and elective subjects. The syllabus for EMBA is more or less similar to the regular MBA programme, however, in the executive MBA programme many topics are taught in-depth. The syllabus for an executive MBA is as follows:

Executive MBA syllabus
Corporate Finance	Corporate Governance & Ethics
Managerial Economics	Business Law
Decision Sciences	Entrepreneurial Management
Corporate Finance	Managing People & Performance in Organizations
Macroeconomics	Competition and Strategy
Designing Organizations	Marketing Management
Operations Management	Financial Reporting and Analysis

Elective Courses of Executive MBA

Check the table below to know the elective courses that are studied in the executive-mba programme.

Elective Courses of Executive MBA
Corporate Strategy and Policy	Economics and Social Sciences
Entrepreneurial Learning	Decision Sciences and Information systems
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management	Finance and Accounting
Production and Operations Management	Marketing

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FAQs Related to Executive MBA

Q: What is executive MBA?

A: Executive MBA is a programme which is primarily designed to educate and enhance the careers of working executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and other business leaders.

Q: How is executive MBA different from regular MBA?

A: The executive MBA is similar to a regular MBA but executive MBA is specifically designed for corporate executives and senior managers who are already in the workforce and/or hold some years of working experience.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for pursuing an executive MBA?

A: Candidates who wish to pursue executive MBA must have completed their graduation from a recognised university with minimum 50 per cent aggregate or equivalent. In many institutes, there is no minium cutoff. Candidates must also have at least two years of full-time work experience at managerial or executive level.

Q: Which are the entrance exams available in India for EMBA?

A: Students can appear for entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, EMAT, CMAT, etc. in order to pursue EMBA.

Q: Is placement process conducted at the end of the Executive MBA programme?

A: Yes, many institutes conduct placement process at the end of an EMBA programme where a host of companies participate and hire for mid-senior and senior level positions.

Q: Can I pursue EMBA along with my current job?

A: One can either quit the job or take a complete break or sabbatical for one year. Many companies allow their employees a study break which they can utilize. However, if a student is aiming to explore opportunities in a different role or sector, it is best to quit and then pursue the programme.

Q: Should I quit my old job and look for a new job after the completion of EMBA?

A: It is completly an individuals' choice. If the student's growth and work environment is good, then the student can continue working in the same organisation. If the organisation has sponsored the programme and expects the employee to re-join after the course completion with higher responsibilities, it would be the best decision for both the employer and employee's interest to go back to the organization with new skillsets and learning post the programme completion. But, if the student wishes to change their field and start anew then he/she can explore a new sector and role by appearing for the placements conducted by the institute.

Q: Which are the top colleges of EMBA in India?

A: Some of the best exectuive MBA colleges in India include IIMs, IIFT, FMS, Indian School of Business, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Xavier School of Management, etc.

Q: Which companies hire EMBA graduates?

A: Companies such as McKinsey, Amazon, Citibank, Samsung, HSBC, JP Morgan Chase & Co, L&T, Godrej, Tata Motors, Hindustan Unilever, etc. hire EMBA graduates.

Q: What is the average salary of a CEO after EMBA in India?

A: The average salary of a CEO in India is approximately INR 30 LPA.

Q: What are the career opportunities after EMBA?

A: Students have a plethora of job opportunities to explore after pursuing EMBA such as Marketing Director, Operations Manager, Telecommunications Manager, HR Director, CEO, CFO, Project Manager, Infrastructures Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, etc.

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Sarah Hashmi

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Need to know how good is doing Executive MBA from IIT Bombay? https://iitb-wustl.org/ can anyone help

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5 years ago

With an executive MBA you will be able to get into a top level management job where the pay scale is high. ITM Institute is one among the Best institutes in India that offers Executive MBA program.

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2 years ago

6 years ago

Hi , I have 2 years work experience as software engineer. I was in confusion whether I should take EMBA or Full time MBA. If I take EMBA will it provide me good enough opportunities. Will it help for my career growth. Please help me . Thanks in Advance

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2 years ago

6 years ago

I DID MY EMBA IN EXPORT IMPORT

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