Frequently Asked Questions

When was the school founded? 1883

Is the school accredited? Yes, by the AACSB.

Is the school public or private?  Private

Is the school on the main campus of the university? No. For more information about Stetson University please visit the university's website at www.stetson.edu.

Does the school offer online courses? No

Does the school offer evening or summer sessions? Yes, MBA program.

What is the application deadline for the Stetson Executive MBA?

 

June 15, 2008 is the application deadline.

What types of students are admitted into the EMBA program?

The Stetson Executive MBA accepts students from a broad range of professional backgrounds: corporate executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, engineers, public sector employees, people working in non-profit organizations, and more.

What they share is substantial professional experience. Students with less than 4 years of significant professional experience most are sponsored by their organization based on exceptional potential and performance.

How does the Stetson EMBA application process work?

 

Applicants complete an application form while procuring three letters of recommendation, and transcripts. Application fee is waived. The Admissions Committee will review completed application packets and identify viable candidates for an interview — preferably in-person, but alternately by phone.

 

When will I know if I’ve been accepted into the program?

 

We admit students on a rolling basis following review of application materials and an interview. If accepted, you will have approximately four weeks in which to make your decision and submit a deposit to confirm your spot in the class of 2008.

 

 

Tuition for EMBA Students Enrolled in August 2008

The MBA Program is priced as a complete package and tuition is guaranteed not to increase for students who remain in the program. The total tuition for the EMBA Program is $45,600. Tuition includes lunches and breaks on a class day, books and international study trip. The cost per credit hour is $950.

Is Financial Aid Available?

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement packages. Please check with your employer to determine the availability of financial assistance.

Participants of the EMBA program are often eligible for financial aid. Contact Financial Aid for more information click here or (386) 822-7120 or 1-800-688-7120.

Can I make payments?

You may pay tuition in full, monthly or in four payments over the course of the program.

What is the difference between Stetson's MBA and EMBA programs?

Both are excellent programs, and both are AACSB accredited.
The MBA program requires candidates to have completed a set of foundation courses normally taken as part of an undergraduate business degree. The Executive MBA program is for persons who have been in business for a number of years, with a proven track record of success. While EMBA students must have a Bachelor's Degree, these individuals may not necessarily have one in business, but it does not matter because "prerequisites" are built into the curriculum. The program strength is that it builds upon the expertise and experience of its students, thus enhancing and enriching the learning significantly.

How long is the Stetson University EMBA Program?

The program can be completed in 19 months.

When will the next class begin?

The new EMBA class begins each year in August. To ensure course quality and academic strength, the class size is limited to 20-25. Only one group of EMBA students starts each year.

When do the classes meet?

After a one-weekend intensive, classes meet every other weekend on a Friday and Saturday. Before class begins we will publish the date of every class for the entire program. This will help our students balance and plan their work and their personal time around the class schedule.

Where are classes held?

 

All classes are held at the Celebration campus. Our address is: 800 Celebration Avenue # 104, Celebration, FL, 34747

Your program emphasizes, "Managing the Creative Organization." What does that mean?

Our program, designed with creative Fortune 500 executive input, focuses on inspiring innovation and managing change. It is designed to develop and nourish individual innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, providing the skills essential to seize upon business opportunities and to gain the competitive edge for organizations.

What happens if I don't have a GMAT score?

Scores from the GMAT examination is not a requirement in order to apply for the EMBA Program at Stetson University. GMAT scores may be waived if the applicant meets certain managerial experiential requirements. You will need to take the test and score at least 550 before you can begin the Stetson EMBA program if you do not have the required management experience you have to take the GMAT.

Some other programs say that a GMAT is not required. Why does Stetson require a GMAT score?

We require the GMAT as one of Stetson's benchmarks to make sure we maintain our prestigious AACSB International accreditation - the highest accreditation for MBA programs. Some programs say that a GMAT is not required; we require the GMAT as a measurement tool for Stetson as well as the student.

What distinguishes the Stetson Executive MBA from other programs?

• Our curriculum is dynamic, accelerated, and integrated
• All participants are successful and motivated professionals with high-level experience and industry influence
• Our faculty and staff, along with exceptional participants, create a supportive, productive learning environment
• The required Business Plan ensures an immediate and tangible return on your education investment

Students don't just enroll in a program, they join a broad and lifelong network of Stetson MBA graduates that they'll interact with throughout their careers.

Our program brings in distinguished speakers who share their broad vision and expertise with our students in intimate and informative sessions.

Our faculty members not only have outstanding academic credentials, but also have significant real world consulting and international experience.

You won't find better educational facilities anywhere. Our Celebration classroom has the latest in technology enhancements to support teaching and learning.

Our classes focus on applying proven problem solving techniques to real organizational scenarios. We work with authentic, not abstract, case studies tailored to our learning objectives.

We were Florida's first business school and we are still delivering a first class, highly accredited, student-centered program that reflects our experience, tradition, values, and intimate knowledge of the business world.

Our AACSB International accreditation: Stetson is one of only approximately 150 schools in the world that holds the AACSB International accreditation in both business and accounting.

Can I visit or talk to current students about the program?

Yes, we can provide a list of current students.

For more information, please contact us.