A one-year executive MBA is intended for individuals who are established and experienced in the workforce, usually having five years of background or more. It aims to facilitate the acquisition of leadership, strategy, and global business skills to support their move into senior roles. The class schedule is usually weekend-based, or modular, supporting students' ability to balance both professional and academic responsibilities. The curriculum is academic and rigorous, utilizing case studies, peer- and team-based learning, projects in the workplace, and the application of theory into practice, to allow participants to begin applying their new learning almost immediately in their roles. An executive MBA is suitable for those looking to advance to executive positions without taking an extended leave of absence from their job. In addition, top-tier institutes offering an executive MBA also offer an entire alumni network and career support. An executive MBA would not suit someone coming directly from an undergraduate degree, or someone without experience, since its primary purpose is providing skills and knowledge to those already working, and advancing in their careers.
