California State University - Monterey Bay Online

California State University Monterey Bay Online

• Public university in the California State University system
• Educating the diverse population of California since 1994
• Offers online Executive MBA program designed to advance management professionals
• Virtual classroom accessible any time of day or night
• GMAT not required for admission
• Offers four terms per year starting in January, April, July, and October
• Program utilizes state-of-the-art technology
• Tuition scholarships available for qualified students

About California State University Monterey Bay Online

California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a public university part of the California State University system. Founded in 1994, CSUMB is located on the site of the former U.S. Army base Fort Ord in Seaside, California. As part of CSUMB's vision to be a comprehensive state university serving the diverse people of California, CSUMB embraces technology and offers a 100 percent online Executive MBA program. This online graduate business program allows students access from around the world, giving professionals an opportunity to accelerate their careers. CSUMB is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Academic Programs

California State University, Monterey Bay, offers a 100% online Executive MBA program designed for busy professionals looking to accelerate their careers into management positions. The program has a fixed-curriculum and includes courses such as: Organization and Leadership, Accounting and Finance, Economics, Innovation and Technology Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Global Business Practices, and Business Strategy. The EMBA program at CSUMB is geared for students who want to expand their professional experience, with students learning from each other's experiences in the business world.

Learning Options

The online Executive MBA program provides an innovative learning system that students can access 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Classes start four times a year in January, April, July, and October. A total of eight sequential classes are required, with each class lasting 10 weeks.

Faculty

The faculty at CSUMB are highly qualified educators in business and executive development. Students are able to learn from the unique business experience of each of the faculty members. Students of the online EMBA have access to faculty via the electronic learning platform.

Student Life

The online EMBA program attracts business professionals who are able to learn from each other, and are able to communicate via the school's electronic learning management system.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Candidates for the online Executive MBA program at CSUMB are evaluated mainly for their professional and managerial experience. The school requires official transcripts from a regionally accredited college or university, and applicants should have seven years of professional work experience, with three consisting of managerial experience. Students are not required to take the GMAT, but must provide the school with a personal statement, resume, and letters of reference.

Admissions Advisors at CSUMB are available to work with students to determine the best financing options. Financial aid is available for qualified students, with approximately 65% of CSUMB students receiving some form of financial aid such as grants, scholarships and loans.