Overview

This Executive Master of Business Administration MBA program offered at University of Southern California incorporates a successful thematic MBA curriculum that gets to the heart of issues that senior managers and seasoned professionals encounter on a daily basis. We concentrate learning objectives on the 'interrelatedness' of business functions as opposed to the teaching of individual disciplines as unrelated functional entities. This approach has resulted in a program that consists of ten 'themes,' two domestic off-site sessions, and one international off-site session.

The Difference Two Outstanding Locations:

Choose the setting most convenient for you. We offer our EMBA Program on USC's historic University Park Campus in Los Angeles and in San Diego at the La Costa Executive Learning Center in Carlsbad, California. Classes in Los Angeles and San Diego meet bi-weekly on Fridays and Saturdays (from 8:50am to 4:30pm). All participants attend an off-site international session that provides an insightful global perspective.

Blend of Theory/Practice:

We deliver an effective blend of theory and practice through carefully sequenced individual class sessions. There are no stand-alone courses in statistics, economics, accounting or any of the traditional business school disciplines. Rather, we present the curriculum (and related projects) much like the business world presents situations to a senior manager.

Customer Service:

Because of the severe time constraints that University of Southern California Marshall EMBA students face, our mission is to remove all of the red tape and bureaucracy that often exists at educational institutions. Our program office staff is dedicated to the notion that your goal is to learn, not to stand in lines. All administrative issues are coordinated seamlessly through this office, allowing you to make the most of your time at USC Marshall.

Learning Objectives:

The purpose of the USC Marshall School of Business Master of Business Administration is to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective leaders. A Master of Business Administration graduate can expect to achieve the following learning objectives:
Our graduates will have a strategic perspective that understands the global dynamics of worldwide industries and new markets.
Our graduates will have an ability to integrate decisions and solutions across disciplines in complex decision-making environments.
Our graduates will have a world view that understands and appreciates different cultures and economies.
Our graduates will have a clear framework for ethical and values-based, decision-making supported by unyielding personal integrity and the confidence to act accordingly.
Our graduates will have a professional presence and the ability to articulate a vision needed to motivate others and lead diverse teams of people.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Perspective of Top Management
Evaluating Market Performance
Management of Operations
Technology and Information Systems Management
Functional Strategies and Implementation
Environmental Analysis: Establishing Competitive Advantage
The Role of the Senior Executive
Strategic Planning for Growth
Managing Strategic Change and Implementation
The Executive of the Future

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 22 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed online application
A four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from an accredited institution
Academic transcripts
One letter of recommendation, which must be submitted on-line
Standardized test scores – GMAT or GRE (optional)
Two required essays (there is also one optional essay)
A professional résumé
Interview
Application fee: $155.
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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

76230 USD / year

≈ 76230 USD / year
Out-of-State

76230 USD / year

≈ 76230 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

76230 USD / year

≈ 76230 USD / year

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

The Difference Two Outstanding Locations:

Blend of Theory/Practice:

Customer Service:

Learning Objectives:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Los Angeles

Funding

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