university of utah professional mba

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PROFESSIONAL MBA

THE University of Utah’s Professional MBA ProgramBloomberg Businessweek and US News & World Report:

#1 Part-time MBA in Utah

“When deciding which MBA program to choose I considered factors such as flexibility, reputation, alumni network and curriculum to make my decision. As a working professional, the University of Utah’s PMBA program was

hands down the best fit for me.”

Brent Neidig | Professional MBA ‘13

MOVE FORWARD

Your professional career is in progress and you’re ready to explore new

challenges, pursue greater responsibility, and command higher earning

potential. You’re smart, ambitious, and focused. You’re willing to invest the

time to gain the knowledge and skills needed to propel you forward, but you

do not want to put your career - or your life - on hold to do so.

Consider this: An MBA from the University of Utah’s Professional MBA program

can be the key to achieving your career goals through furthering your

education. This program is specifically designed for working professionals

like you who want to enhance and accelerate their career while still meeting

the demands of their work and personal life.

Don’t put your career or life on hold any longer. It is time to move forward.

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Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

1 MBA | 4 OPTIONSFULL-TIMEprimarily DAYTIME HOURSAn immersive, experiential and cohort-oriented program designed to

connect students to high-impact careers and networks.

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The University of Utah Professional MBA (PMBA) program

is designed for rising business leaders. The PMBA

program is a prestigious, AACSB-accredited program with

evening classes that allows you to maintain work and life

responsibilities. And it generates powerful dividends. Over

the last three years, graduates of the program reported

an average salary increase of 30% upon graduation.

Additionally, 50% received a promotion while in the

program, and even more received new responsibilities as

a result of the skills they gained.

During the 24-month program, you will learn from world-

class faculty. You will grow as you partner academics with

your professional experiences. You will build lifelong

relationships with students, alumni, professors, and

executives. This is an experience that will change you.

Chola Alluri | Professional MBA ‘13Hometown: Hyderabad, India

Undergraduate: Mechanical Engineering | Osmania UniversityCareer: Manufacturing Support Manager | IM Flash Technologies

YOUR LIFE, YOUR MBA

“The Professional MBA program has great faculty

and administrators who are open to feedback

and strive to be the best. It provided me with the

business acumen and confidence I need to lead

and manage people.

Earn YOUR MBA from

Utah’s best Part-time program

ACCESS A POWERFUL NETWORK OF WORKING

PROFESSIONALS

LEARN IN A

COLLABORATIVE, TEAM-BASED EnvIIRONMENT

RECEIVE IMMERSIVE

INSTRUCTION FROM

WORLD-CLASS FACULTY

TAKE CLASSES TWO EVENINGS A WEEK

for 24 months

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF

Career Advancement Center RESOURCES

CUSTOMIZE YOUR

EDUCATION WITH

ELECTIVE COURSES

JOIN THE 5,000+

strong ECCLES MBA alumni network

Laura SNYDER | Professional MBA ‘12Hometown: Wichita, KansasUndergraduate: Business Administration | Kansas State UniversityCareer: Senior Manager of Operations | Orbital ATK

“

The Professional MBA program aligned with

my lifestyle on every level. It met where I was

personally and professionally, and it allowed me

to structure my education to achieve my goals.

The business landscape is changing rapidly and the

PMBA program will help you stay ahead of the curve. We

are committed to providing a rigorous, comprehensive

curriculum in which you will master the essential skills

of management and leadership. Through foundational

core business courses and elective options, you have the

flexibility to customize your own academic path.

The PMBA learning experience does not stop in the

classroom. The ability to work full-time while pursuing

an MBA provides you with the unique opportunity to

immediately apply what you learn in class to your current

job. Applying these principles at work and bringing your

experiences back into the classroom for discussion

enhances your ability to develop the skills needed to

propel your career.

Nicholas Anderson | Professional MBA ‘12Hometown: Orem, UtahUndergraduate: Behavioral Neuroscience | Purdue UniversityCareer: Senior Medical Technology Analyst | SelectHealth

CUSTOMIZE YOUR MBA

“I needed a program that could teach me the

fundamental elements of business, and the

Professional MBA program did just that. The

faculty, curriculum and my classmates were

outstanding.

“The world-class David Eccles School of Business faculty

build your knowledge and understanding of core

business principles through case-based curricula, real-

world examples, and strong academic theories. Our

faculty members create a collaborative environment for

learning and experiencing new and innovative business

concepts and practices.

The Eccles faculty consists of award-winning researchers,

corporate success stories, successful entrepreneurs,

outstanding authors, and accomplished teachers. Their

passion and expertise in business have influenced

generations of professionals.

Dr. Brian CadmanProfessor of Accounting

Professional MBA Distinguished Teaching Award, 2014

The faculty are leaders in their field. They are

passionate about their specialty and enthusiastic

about sharing their knowledge with students.

Our goal is to help students become thoughtful

business leaders by providing them with the

tools for success and the perspective to think

about business problems more deeply.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR MBA

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Core CurriculumCore courses make up approximately 70% of a

PMBA student’s curriculum. The core curriculum

lays the MBA foundation and provides a

comprehensive background in diverse business

disciplines. During the first year, core courses

are taken with a cohort of 40-60 students. This

enables you to network and learn from students

with different educational, professional, and

personal backgrounds.

International TripAn international trip elective is offered at

an additional fee and provides students

with the opportunity to experience how

business is conducted abroad. After five

weeks of in-class learning, students

embark on a one-week trip where they

will meet with business leaders, make

company visits, and tour cultural sites.

ELECTIVESElective courses make up about 30% of a PMBA

student’s course of study. Electives expand upon

the foundational business principles covered in

the core coursework. With an array of electives

available, you can design your own course of study,

whether that means focusing your coursework in

a specific discipline or taking courses in a variety

of subjects. All elective courses are offered in the

evenings and fit with a traditional work schedule.

OUTSIDE LEARNINGIn addition to academic courses, there is an

on-campus organization that fits your business

interests. PMBA students have the option of

participating in richly rewarding, experiential

learning opportunities. Organizations like the

Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, the Foundry,

the University Venture Fund and more provide

a robust learning community with opportunities

for growth outside of the classroom.

Jared Hansen | Professional MBA ‘13

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

FALL START

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TeamworkMGT 60501.5 credits

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Financial AccountingACCTG 6000

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Managing & Leading

MGT 60511.5 credits

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Data AnalysisOIS 6040

1.5 credits

5 10 15

Managerial EconomicsFINAN 6026

3 credits

Financial ManagementFINAN 6022

3 credits

Managing & Leading

MGT 60511.5 credits

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SUMMER

Information SystemsIS 6010

1.5 credits

Productions/Operation ManagementOIS 60623 credits

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MGT 60703 credits

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Business EthicsMGT 65403 credits


Elective

Business Communications

MGT 60521.5 credits

SPRING

Data AnalysisOIS 6040

1.5 credits

5 10 15

Managerial EconomicsFINAN 6026

3 credits

Weeks

SUMMER

Information SystemsIS 6010

1.5 credits

5 10Weeks

Productions/Operation ManagementOIS 60623 credits

Business Communications

MGT 60521.5 credits

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Marketing ManagementMKTG 60903 credits

Financial AccountingACCTG 6000

3 credits

Managing & Leading

MGT 60511.5 credits

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Financial ManagementFINAN 6022

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Managing & Leading

MGT 60511.5 credits

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Business StrategyMGT 60703 credits



Business EthicsMGT 65403 credits

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Devan Foster | Professional MBA ‘13Hometown: Wasilla, AlaskaUndergraduate: Exercise & Sports Science | Brigham Young University - IDCareer: Market Expansion Director | USANA Health Sciences

IGNITE YOUR CAREER

Since starting the PMBA Program, I have been

able to prove to my employer that I am capable of

accomplishing anything I am assigned to do. As a

result, I have been given three promotions in the

last three years. I can directly attribute this to the

skills and conf idence I gained in the program.

Whether your goal is to progress within your current

organization, change your career, or pursue an

entrepreneurial route, the PMBA program will provide

you with the tools and connections to help you prepare

for your next stage of success.

Career advancement doesn’t happen because you show

up at work and do a good job. It requires planning and

action. It’s a lifelong activity that requires forethought to

be successful. PMBA students become proactive masters

of their careers. Our goal is for all PMBA students to

graduate with the expertise and a plan to manage and

advance their careers.

Picture yourself brokering a high-profile deal. Managing

financial assets. Marketing a global brand. Or building

your own company. The PMBA program will give you the

skills and confidence to turn your career aspirations into

career realities.

Jennifer Hamelin | Professional MBA ‘08Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah

Undergraduate: Psychology | University of Utah Career: Corporate Controller | Alliant Health

“The PMBA program accelerated and paved the way

for my professional advancement. It provided me

with the foundation I needed to create value within

my organization and gave me a new perspective on

how I think about and approach business.

One-on-One Executive Career

Coaching

Personal Branding and

Messaging

Goal Setting and Short-Term Career Planning

Our PMBA Career Advancement Center will help you maximize the

return on your MBA. Our executive career coaches bring years of

corporate experience to the table. They are expertly qualified to work

with you to develop a personalized career advancement plan focused

on internal opportunities and position growth as well as external

opportunities and future career moves.}{

CAREER ADVANCEMENT CENTER

RESOURCES For wherever you

want to go.

Resume, Cover Letter, LinkedIn

Profile Templates and Feedback

Self-Assessment and Exploration

Tools

Pre-Graduation Career Advancement

Planning

Professional Development Workshops

Guest Lecture Series

CAREER ADVANCEMENT CENTER

The PMBA program connects students to an invaluable

resource: their peers. Participants bring a wealth of

experience in diverse industries and professions, from

finance to biotechnology, accounting to education, health

care to consulting, and more.

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Other

Humanities

Here are just some of the companies that our students and alumni represent.

110Incoming Fall Students

50Incoming SPRING Students

29AVERAGE AGE

20%FEMALE STUDENTS

5AVERAGE YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE

3.40AVERAGE

UNDERGRADUATE GPA

560AVERAGE

GMAT SCORE

60%Non-BUSINESS

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LEARN WITH THE BESTOur program hosts several networking events each month

that connect students with fellow students, alumni, faculty,

staff, and the community. These opportunities include

socials, family events, dinners, alumni events, and more.

1-800 Contacts 3M Accretive Health Adobe ADP AdvancedMD ATK Amazon.com

American Express ArmorActive ARUP Laboratories AtTask Autoliv Backcountry.com Banyan

Ventures Bard Access Systems BD Medical Big West Oil BioFire Diagnostics Blendtec Boart

Longyear Boeing Cafe Rio Cardwell Distributing CCI Mechanical Celtic Bank Cerametac

CHEVRON CHG Healthcare The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Cicero Group CLEARLINK

Coca-Cola C.R. BARD C.R. England Daily Bread Food Storage The Dannon Company Deseret

Book Discover DOTERRA eBay EMC Edwards Lifesciences E*Trade EnergySolutions

EPInnovators Extra Space Storage Fairchild Semiconductor Fidelity Investments FLSmidth

Fusion-IO GCommerce SOLUTIONS GE Healthcare General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Geneva

Rock Products Goldman Sachs HealthEquity Hewlett Packard Hill Air Force Base Humana

Huntsman Cancer Institute IM Flash Technologies INCONTACT Instructure Intermountain Healthcare

iPipeline Ivory Homes JD Clark & Company Johnson & Johnson JPMorgan Chase L-3 Communications

Larry H. Miller Group Logica Marketstar Marriott International McCann Worldgroup Microsoft

Modaliti MOLINA HEALTHCARE MonaVie Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morinda Bioactives Myriad

Genetics Nelson Laboratories New Dawn Technologies Nicholas & Company Northrop Grumman

Novell O.C. Tanner Omniture OptumInsight OrangeSoda Overland Solutions Overstock.com

Parker Hannifin Primary Children’s Medical Center Questar Raytheon RegenceRx Richmond

American Homes Rio Tinto The Rossignol Group Royal Bank of Scotland The Salt Lake Tribune

The Salt Lake Police Dept. The Salt Lake City Corporation Savage Services School Improvement Network

SelectHealth Select Portfolio Servicing Sinclair Oil Skullcandy SkyWest Airlines Sorenson

Communications Sorenson Genomics StorageCraft Technologies SUN PRODUCTS Symantec

T.D. Williamson TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS Tomax U.S. Air Force U.S. ARMY U.S. Department of Defense

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs U.S. SYNTHETIC Unified State Laboratories U of U Hospitals & Clinics

U of U School of Medicine U of U Technology & Venture Commercialization USTAR USANA Health Sciences

Utah Department of Health Utah Department of Transportation Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development

Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Utah Transit Authority Varian Medical Systems Verizon Wireless VIVINT

VMI Nutrition The Walt Disney Company Watson Pharmaceuticals Wells Fargo Whole Foods Market

Xactware XanGo Zayo Group Zions Bancorporation

LEARN WITH THE BEST

Application Checklist• Online application

• Transcripts from each undergraduate institution

• Attach unofficial transcripts to online

application

• Request official hard copy transcripts to be

emailed or mailed to Graduate Admissions

• Resume (one to two pages preferred)

• Essay (one-page, single-spaced)

• Additional essay for applicants with below 3.0

GPA or GMAT/GRE substitution request

• Letter of recommendation (professional source)

• An additional academic letter required for

applicants with below 3.0 GPA

• Application fee

• Official GMAT or GRE score report (substitution possible)

• Interview with a PMBA administrator

See Current Tuition Rates at PMBA.UTAH.EDU

We are looking for accomplished, early to mid-career professionals with proven potential for leadership and a strong desire to

advance their career paths. The admissions committee is committed to individually assessing the merits of each applicant. All

components of the application are important. While there are no minimum requirements for these elements, our applicant pool

is competitive.

We recommend submitting your application as early as

possible, as candidates are admitted on a rolling basis. You

can submit your application materials at any time before

or after each submission date.

*Applications are accepted through August (Fall start) and

December (Spring start). Applications received after the

class is full will be considered for the waiting list or next

start date.

SUBMISSION DATES

A top-tier MBA education is an investment in yourself. The majority of our students are self-funded and pay their own tuition and

fees with limited corporate sponsorship. PMBA students who maintain the prescribed credit hour load are considered full-time

graduate students and qualify for federal financial aid throughout the length of the program. Visit our website for additional loan

and program scholarship information.

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Tessa Karrington | Professional MBA ‘15Hometown: Salt Lake City, UtahUndergraduate: Public Relations | Utah State UniversityCareer: Senior Account Executive | MRM//McCann

ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID “The Professional MBA program has taught me

that I can do more than I thought possible. It

opened my horizons beyond just the classroom; I

was a teammate, a learner, and a teacher. I’ve made

valuable connections and significant progress in

my career. The program gave me the courage to do

things I might not have done otherwise.

Professional MBA Program

1645 E. Campus Center Drive

C. Roland Christensen Center (CRCC), 130

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

[email protected]

801-581-6836

PMBA.ECCLES.UTAH.EDU

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