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WMBA Program Overview
Next program starts January 2012

WMBA Program Overview

A Weekend MBA from the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University offers a globally prestigious degree at a competitive cost and perfect pace for ambitious professionals to whom career and family are also important.

The Saturday-only format allows students to receive onsite, in-class instruction from experienced professors committed to developing business leaders.

A Krannert Weekend MBA bestows more than mere credentials. It equips professionals to solve the world's toughest business challenges and provides the incomparable advantage of lifelong opportunities.

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Weekend MBA Program Overview

Krannert School of Management's part-time Weekend Master of Business Administration (Weekend MBA) at Purdue University is a degree-granting program of advanced study in management.

The Weekend MBA is designed for busy, ambitious, high-potential professionals committed to creating lifelong opportunities by earning a premier master's degree from a respected MBA program and a world-renowned university. It provides an innovative, appealing and cost-effective alternative to more traditional part-time MBA programs.

Weekend MBA classes are held on Saturdays only during the fall and spring semester, leaving ample time for participants' careers and families. Our in-person, onsite instruction is unmatched by online-only programs. Study-abroad options can broaden global business knowledge. And at $46,500 in tuition and fees for the program, the Weekend MBA is a premier degree at a cost lower than that of many part-time MBA peer institutions.

The Weekend MBA program grew from guiding principles that have consistently placed Krannert among the top MBA programs in the United States.

Since its inception in 1995, the Weekend MBA program has provided professional management education to people from diverse backgrounds, including engineering, technical, and scientific disciplines. Participants come from all parts of Indiana, as well as surrounding Midwestern states. Each class creates a community of complementary learning as participants gain knowledge from the methods of their like-minded peers.

When considering applicants, the Weekend MBA admissions office reviews academic records, employment experience and history, employer recommendations and, when applicable, GMAT or TOEFL scores.

Degree Objectives

Today's and tomorrow's managers confront increasingly complex organizations, accelerated technological change, and a demanding business environment. Krannert's part-time Weekend MBA degree equips managers to handle these challenges.

Through case studies, research projects, group presentations and lectures, the program enhances critical abilities and skills in decision- and policy-making aspects of finance, marketing, leadership and more.

By strengthening an individual's managerial resources, the program helps enhance the organizational effectiveness of corporations. Built upon fundamental areas of economics, quantitative methods, information technology, and behavioral sciences, the program is always evolving to emphasize comprehension of the latest business concepts and techniques.

An integrated educational experience, Krannert's part-time Weekend MBA degree:

  • Equips participants to prepare for a future of career advancement by addressing challenges in the business world.
  • Increases the participants' understanding of their organizations in their competitive environments.
  • Provides insight into the dynamic economic, social, political, and technological forces affecting corporate planning and decision making.
  • Allows participants to instantly apply on the job what they learn in the classroom.
  • Fosters the exchange of diverse business ideas and experiences with other participants and the faculty.
 
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Participants can immediately apply what they learn to increase profits and productivity. Sponsoring an employee invests in both the education of a valued employee and your company's growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Why a Weekend MBA from Krannert? The quality of part-time MBA programs vary greatly, but the Krannert Weekend MBA is consistently named one of the nation's top-20 part-time programs, offered at a world-renowned university. What you learn during these Saturday sessions increases your earning potential, immediately adds value to your workplace, and improves your life. Your hard work is rewarded with a degree recognized as a symbol of superior skill by such Fortune 100 companies as AT&T, Caterpillar, Humana, State Farm, and Walgreens.
What distinguishes Krannert's Weekend MBA program? Few part-time programs as prestigious as Krannert offer a preeminent MBA degree at a pace that caters to your busy lifestyle. The program's family-friendly, Saturday-only class schedule prepares you to lead tomorrow while leaving time for the people and moments that matter to you today. Plus, the program's study abroad options provide firsthand knowledge of international business customs and practices — an indispensible tool in an always-evolving environment of global business.
What are the benefits of the program schedule? Built for ease, convenience and minimized interference with career and family obligations, the Krannert Weekend MBA provides Saturday-only classes that are held during the spring and fall, allowing summers off. Rather than squeezing in weeknight classes after a full day's work, the Weekend MBA dedicates a day to focus on enhancing your education, skills, and opportunities. And when you return to work, you can easily apply all that you've learned. Learn more.
What's included in the cost of a Krannert Weekend MBA? Tuition and fees for the run of the program are $46,500, which include instructional costs, program materials, continental breakfast and lunch on class-session days, and meals at other curriculum-related events. The cost also includes a premier degree lower than that of many part-time MBA peer institutions and a stronger ROI. Participants are responsible for textbooks, travel, and personal computer or Internet expenses. Financial aid options are available to help finance your education. Learn more.
What are the courses and class format? The Krannert Weekend MBA program provides a learning experience far superior to online-only options. Here, you interact in person with professors who bring extensive teaching, research, and industry experience to their instruction. Through case studies, research projects, group presentations and lectures, Weekend MBA courses enhance your critical abilities and skills in decision- and policy-making aspects of finance, marketing, leadership, and more. Plus, you'll collaborate with like-minded professionals from diverse industries to learn from their methods. Learn more.
What are admission requirements? The Krannert Weekend MBA admissions office considers an applicant's academic record, employment experience and history (with general expectations of at least three years of experience), employer recommendations, and, for certain applicants, GMAT or TOEFL scores. Online application forms must be completed, and a personal interview may be required. Learn more.
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WMBA Financing

Scholarship Opportunities The Krannert School of Management has a limited number of scholarships available each year to entering Weekend MBA students. We review each candidate and award these scholarships on a case-by-case basis. Candidates can also take advantage of general graduate-student scholarships awarded by the University and other related sources. External scholarships may also be available. For additional information, and links to available scholarships, read Financing Your Krannert MBA.
Student Loans Krannert Weekend MBA students may be eligible for such government loans as the Stafford Loan and/or the Graduate PLUS Loan. Commercial, private loans may also be available. Financial-aid applications should be made at least one month prior to starting your semester of first enrollment. For additional information, read Financing Your Krannert MBA and visit the Division of Financial Aid website for the Weekend MBA program.
Employer Sponsorships Employers may sponsor your Krannert Weekend MBA through tuition reimbursement or sharing. Because such requests are often reviewed on a case-by-case basis, it's important to specifically address the many ways in which a Krannert Weekend MBA mutually benefits you and your company. For tips on seeking employer support, and testimonials from Krannert Weekend MBA students who successfully solicited it, read Financing Your Krannert MBA.
DownloadFinancing PDFDownload a PDF describing options to fund your Krannert Weekend MBA.

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