W. Frank Barton School of Business, Wichita State University
Executive MBA
Wichita, USA
EMBA
DURATION
22 months
LANGUAGES
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Executive MBA at Wichita State University's W. Frank Barton School of Business is an AACSB-accredited, cohort-based programme completed in 22 months, meeting on select Saturdays. It’s for working professionals who study while employed. The curriculum builds leadership, strategic business perspectives and understanding of economic, technical and managerial concepts; students collaborate with experienced managers and apply learning on the job.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can move into senior management, executive leadership, general management, strategy, operations, finance, and consulting roles; the EMBA supports cross-functional leadership, organizational impact and applied management skills valued by employers and strengthens strategic decision-making and stakeholder management.
The Executive MBA degree program is the premier option for professionals to obtain the MBA credential while continuing to work. Designed to develop mid-career managers, executives and business owners, the EMBA program focuses on the needs of professionals. The interactive, collaborative environment in which the curriculum is delivered and the personalized support we provide are available only through the Executive MBA program.
Completed in 22 months, meeting on select Saturdays, the program offers a distinctive approach and value for the working professional. Students enter the program as a cohort and proceed through the entire curriculum together.
The broad, collective experience of the Executive MBA class creates a stimulating learning environment.
The curriculum is designed for participants to:
- gain a broader understanding of the functional areas of business and therefore a strategic perspective required to develop leadership skills.
- understand the economic, technical and managerial concepts that influence a company’s competitive position.
- collaborate with other experienced managers.
- contribute to their organization by implementing what they learn while continuing to work.
Attaining an MBA credential requires a significant personal and financial investment. The Barton School of Business AACSB accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools. Should you choose to pursue an Executive MBA, Wichita State University is a prestigious choice for consideration.
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