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Lead and Collaborate in Wharton's Executive MBA Program

In Wharton's executive MBA program, you become part of a diverse, but close-knit, community of high-achieving professionals from across the U.S. and around the world.

See the breakdown of our classes in Philadelphia and San Francisco.

Read what students, faculty, and alumni have to say about their Wharton experience.

Get a feel for a typical two-day weekend in the executive MBA program.

See some typical travel times from cities across the U.S., plus comments from student travelers.

Find out about Wharton's diversity initiatives, programs, and activities.

Learn how students balance their school, work, and home lives, and what programs Wharton provides for partners and families.

Learn more about our outstanding facilities, resources, and support on both campuses.

How do students study together between program weekends? If you live close by, do you have to stay over on Friday night? Check here for answers to these and other questions about student life in the executive MBA program.

 


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EAST WEST
Philadelphia
Wharton MBA Program for Executives
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
G21 Jon M. Huntsman Hall
3730 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104.6340

215.898.5887 tel
215.898.2598 fax
mbaexec-admissions@wharton.upenn.edu

San Francisco
Wharton MBA Program for Executives
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
101 Howard Street, Suite 500
San Francisco, CA 94105

1.866.WHARTON tel toll-free, U.S. only
415.777.1000 tel local
415.369.0598 fax
mbaexecwest-admissions@wharton.upenn.edu


EMBA Programs Quick Facts and Dates

PROGRAM SCHEDULE TUITION FEES APPLICATION DEADLINE
24-month program begins
- May (San Francisco)
- May (Philadelphia)
Classes held Friday and Saturday, every other week.
Philadelphia: $156,600
San Francisco: $165,900*
* Tuition fees include tuition, books, and program-related housing and meals. Transportation and parking not included.

February 1 (San Francisco)
February 1 (Philadelphia)
SNAPSHOT: CLASS PROFILE 2008 LOCATIONS
Matriculants
Average Age
Average Years Work Experience
Average GMAT
Average Salary and Bonus
 
 
 
 
 
 
212
34
10
701
$181,053


COMPARE THE WHARTON MBA / EMBA PROGRAMS

  Wharton MBA Wharton MBA for Executives
Length
20 months
3.5-month summer internship period
24 months
Classes run throughout the summer
Class Schedule
Classes meet Monday-Thursday throughout the traditional academic year.

Classes meet alternate weekends on Friday/ Saturday, with several extended sessions and a one-week international study trip.
Curriculum
19.0 course units. Classes taught by Wharton standing and associated faculty.



19.25 course units. Classes taught by standing and associated faculty in Philadelphia and San Francisco.
Location(s)
One program in Philadelphia.
Students must relocate for two-year program.
Philadelphia and San Francisco
Style
Traditional full-time format with all costs of accommodations and materials excluded.
Residential format with all costs of accommodations and materials included.
Career
Are often looking to make an immediate career change or seeking broader expertise for career advancement.
Students continue working throughout program and are often on track for advancement to senior management.
See the full comparison table for more detailed information and transfer policy.