Executive MBA
A cohort-based experience for experienced professionals moving through leadership and senior management roles.
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UTEP MBA
Choose the UTEP MBA format that fits the way you work, learn and want to move forward.
Find Your Format
UTEP offers Executive, Professional and Online MBA formats designed for working professionals at different stages of their careers. Compare the learning experience, schedule, cost and admissions details to find the path that works for you.
A cohort-based experience for experienced professionals moving through leadership and senior management roles.
An in-person format for professionals advancing their careers while continuing to work.
An asynchronous MBA built for professionals who need greater flexibility in when and where they learn.
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Program Comparison
See how each format differs across schedule, experience, cost, curriculum and admissions.
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| Compare | Executive MBA | Professional MBA | Online MBA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Format | Saturdays 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Hybrid, alternating weekends |
In-person, four hours per class, face to face, twice a week Spring – Monday/Thursday 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. Fall – Tuesday 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
Entirely online, asynchronous |
| Student Profile | Mid- to senior-level professionals in leadership or management roles | Early- to mid-career professionals seeking to advance their careers while balancing work and personal commitments | Early- to mid-career professionals needing flexibility due to location, work or other responsibilities |
| Experience Requirement | Five years of managerial experience | No requirement | No requirement |
| Learning Experience | Guest presentations, integrated projects and networking opportunities | Interactive, real-world projects, presentation-based learning, and oral and written communications | Accessible and intuitive learning with clear expectations, self-monitoring of performance and timely feedback |
| Focus Areas | Advanced executive skills, strategic leadership, networking and decision-making | Cross-functional management, teamwork and project management | A structured yet flexible MBA experience that maximizes student autonomy |
| Cost of Program* | $45,000 all-inclusive – includes tuition, fees, course material, executive coaching and international course expenses. Airfare is not included. | $17,950.45 (in-state) | $20,020 |
| Curriculum | 10 general business courses, including a Community Engagement Project and an international Faculty-Led Program | 10 general business courses | 10 general business courses |
| Length | 16 months | 15 months | 16 months |
| Admission Term | Spring | Spring/Fall | Spring/Fall |
| Application Deadlines** | November 1 | Fall: June 1 Spring: November 1 |
Fall: May 1 Spring: June 1 |
| Financial Support Available | Financial Aid, Military Benefits (No Hazlewood), Early Application Scholarship, MBA Fellowship | Financial Aid, Military Benefits, MBA Fellowship | Financial Aid, Military Benefits, MBA Fellowship |
*Cost of program is subject to change.
**Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged due to cohort capacity.
Each UTEP MBA path develops the business perspective, decision-making ability and professional network to move into what comes next.