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    Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

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    Chicago, USMBAIn-person22 months
    $186,060.00
    Tuition
    over 22mo
    209
    Cohort
    students
    $175.00
    App fee

    Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago is a 22-month, in-person MBA program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $186,060.

    About the program

    The program delivers a core curriculum of 18 courses over 22 months, covering business fundamentals like marketing, finance, and operations, with international sessions across Chicago, London, and Hong Kong campuses. It emphasizes analytical skills, leadership development, and global networking for experienced professionals.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    US (F-1): 12 months OPT after the MBA plus eligibility for a 24-month STEM OPT extension because Booth’s MBA is STEM-certified for OPT purposes.

    $35,000.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago is $186,060.
    Is Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago online or in-person?
    Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago is offered in-person.
    How long does Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago take to complete?
    Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago is structured around 22 months.
    How large is the Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago cohort?
    Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago typically enrolls around 209 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago?
    Post-completion work rights for Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at University of Chicago: US (F-1): 12 months OPT after the MBA plus eligibility for a 24-month STEM OPT extension because Booth’s MBA is STEM-certified for OPT purposes.