EMBA Program Facts and Dates

The full Wharton MBA — the Wharton executive MBA is a two-year, weekend residential program offering the same degree, innovative curriculum, and top faculty as Wharton's world-renowned full-time MBA program. Offered in Philadelphia and San Francisco, the program attracts students from throughout the U.S. and around the world.

• Program Schedule
• Curriculum
• Two Campuses
• Entering Class Profile
• Application Deadlines
• Tuition
• Sponsorship
• Wharton Alumni Network

Program Schedule

The two-year program begins April 26, 2009 (San Francisco) or May 24, 2009 (Philadelphia) and runs throughout each year. Students attend classes on Fridays and Saturdays on alternate weekends, with approximately five additional extended sessions and a one-week International Study Seminar abroad. Students spend approximately 20-25 hours of study outside of class each week.

For more information, see Program Schedule and Calendar.

Curriculum

The Wharton MBA combines a strong foundation in management skills with the flexibility to address students' specific interests. The first year focuses on the core curriculum, which lays the groundwork of essential management knowledge. During the second year, each cohort chooses a set of elective offerings from among the largest course selection of any MBA program. Classes are led by Wharton's standing and associated faculty, who use a mix of teaching methods, including case study, lecture and discussion, group work, and simulations. An Executive Speaker Series, as well as guest speakers in class, bring additional perspectives from leaders in business and government.

To find out more, see Academics and Learning.

Two Campuses

The Wharton EMBA program is offered on the Wharton campuses in Philadelphia and San Francisco. The application process, curriculum, and program services are the same - Wharton faculty travel to the West Coast to conduct their courses in San Francisco.

For a closer look: Philadelphia or San Francisco

Entering Class Profile 2008

For a complete profile and a breakdown between East and West Classes, see Class Profile.

Application Deadlines

For information on application requirements and procedures, see Application Process.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee includes tuition, books, and program-related housing and meals. Transportation and parking costs are not included.

The cost of the two-year program for the class entering May of 2008 is:

Philadelphia: $150,870
San Francisco: $159,810*

* Tuition fees for Philadelphia and San Francisco classes are based on the same fee structure; differences reflect higher housing and meal costs in San Francisco.

For more information, see Tuition Fee.

Sponsorship

All students who are employed full-time must have the written endorsement of their organizations, enabling them to commit the time necessary for class attendance and course work over the two-year program. Many students will also receive full or partial financial sponsorship from their organizations. Individuals who are self-employed or are only partially sponsored will need to finance all or part of their tuition. If you need to consider self-financing, please contact your program office (East or West).

For more information, see Sponsorship.

Wharton Alumni Network

Graduates join a lifelong network of Wharton alumni.

• 84,000+ Wharton alumni worldwide
• 8,000+ alumni in Western U.S.
• 139 countries
• 80 alumni clubs

For more information, see Alumni Network.