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Do I get the same MBA degree as in the full-time MBA program?
Yes. Upon completion of the program you receive a masters of business administration degree from the University of Georgia, the same degree received by graduates of the full-time program.

How much time is required to maintain progress through the program?
The workload varies considerably, both across students and over time. A good estimate of the amount of time you need to dedicate to coursework outside of class is approximately 15 hours per week.

How does the distance learning portion of the program work?
Fully half of the content covered in the program is delivered using Internet-based teaching tools. These tools provide structure for independent learning while facilitating interaction between participants and faculty. Distance learning activities include electronic presentations, threaded group discussions, and synchronous chats.

What is the purpose of the international residency?
The international residency is meant to expose participants to the business challenges and opportunities in selected countries. The program incorporates economic, political, social, cultural, and organization issues through a mix of lectures, guest speakers, site visits, and cultural excursions.

How are the destinations for the trip determined?
Input is solicited from the group about attractive destinations to include in the trip. A final decision is made according to many factors, including logistical complexity, access to local commercial and academic resources, and availability of cultural amenities.

What is the role of the personal leadership coach?
At the beginning of the program, your personal leadership coach will help you gain insight into your current leadership strengths and weaknesses by helping you interpret your 360 degree feedback and assessment. You and your coach will then develop an action plan for progressing towards your leadership goals. Many participants interacts with their coaches regularly to, e.g., discuss issues and challenges they face at work. Additional coaching sessions are scheduled for the second Athens residency (Module 5), where you and your coach will evaluate the progress you've made in implementing your action plan, and determine what modifications to the plan are required given the current situation.

Can I do an independent study?
An independent study option is available if you wish to use the skills you've acquired and apply them to a challenge or opportunity within your own organization. A well-defined project would be the focus of this intense study and would be guided by an appropriate faculty member. Work takes place during the eighth and ninth program module. This option is considered on an individual basis.

How much group work is there in the program?
Group work varies course by course, but on average constitutes approximately 50% of the work.

How are study groups formed?
Participants are assigned to study groups by the program administration. The objective is to create diversity of backgrounds, skills, perspectives and interests within each group, while simultaneously making the potential of all of the groups equally high.

Do you keep the same groups throughout the program?
Except in the most extreme situations, the composition of the study groups remains the same throughout the program.

How are admissions decisions made? When do I find out whether I have been accepted? How important is the GMAT score?
Admission to the Terry College of Business Executive MBA program is highly selective. In general, a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning is preferred for admission but not required. A minimum of five years of relevant, full-time work experience is also required. In addition, several general issues are considered in evaluating your qualifications.

• Do you have the perspective, the intellectual capacity, and the drive and discipline to successfully complete all program requirements
• Will the program content add significant value, given your current position in the organization and your potential for future growth?
• Will you experience and expertise add to the educational experience of other participants in the program, and are you motivated to share these strengths with others?

As such, your qualifications for the programs are determined by a combination of your academic and professional accomplishments, and by an assessment of both how the program will contribute to your professional development, and how you will contribute to the group with whom you share the program.

Early application is encouraged, as space in the program is limited. Applications will be processed in the order received, and the program will typically advise you of an admissions decision within four weeks of receiving all of the participants' application material. The application deadline is June 30.

Do I need an undergraduate degree to qualify for the program?
The program is able to accept a small number of candidates who do not possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, provided that the candidates are especially qualified.

Is there financial aid? How do I apply?
Applicants may be eligible for financial aid through the University. To apply for financial assistance, please contact the Office of Student Financial Aid on campus at 706-542-6147. Private sources of loans are also available. We recommend the MBA Loans program through Sallie Mae. You can get information on this program at: www.salliemae.com/apply/borrowing/mbaloans.html