Washington University Olin Business School

BusinessWeek, which ranks EMBA programs on the basis of graduate satisfaction and a reputation poll of EMBA program directors, got generally upbeat assessments from the school’s grads. The ultimate accolade, however, was the following comment from a Class of 2011 graduate: “I was always inspired by the professors and couldn’t wait to get to class. Once in class I couldn’t wait to get back to the office and use my new skills. There were several times that the professors inspired a great idea in me that I literally used in the office right away and my staff recognized the difference it made in me as a leader, they were waiting for me to become a better leader and they were inspired too. You know that you have a great experience when you have completed the program and despite all the struggles to get through the coursework, you are sad that it is over.”

Application Fee: $0

2013 Tuition & Fees: $104,600 for St. Louis and Kansas City; $108,500 for Denver

Average Months of Work Experience: 185

GMAT Required: No. Committee considers work experience and expertise that will contribute to the learning experience of the class, academic transcripts, letters of recommendations, and motivation and commitment to complete a graduate program.

Enrollment: 235

International: 15%

Female: 26%

African-American: 5%

Asian: 3%

Hispanic/Latino: 1%

Mean Age: 39

Classes Meet: Once per month Thursday through Saturday.

Length of Program: 20 months

Students From These Sectors:

  • Consulting: 9%
  • Consumer Products: 14%
  • Financial Services: 12%
  • Government: 4%
  • Manufacturing: 18%
  • Media/Entertainment: 2%
  • Non-Profit: 3%
  • Petroleum/Energy: 2%
  • Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Health Care: 15%
  • Real Estate: 3%
  • Technology: 8%
  • Other: 10%

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