Fordham University (Gabelli)

New York, NY

Executive MBA Overview

Size of 2022-2023 graduating class	20
Graduation rate, 2020-23	90%
One-year retention rate, 2022-23	90%
Acceptance rate, 2023-24	95%
Total approximate cost	$114,000
Standardized testing required?	No
Yield, 2023–24	67%
Avg. # of years of mgmt. experience, 2023-24 entrants	5.0
Avg. # of years of work experience, 2023-24 entrants	14.0

Fordham University's executive MBA program from the Gabelli School of Business, also known as the Jesuit EMBA Program, does not require standardized scores from applicants but does require English proficiency scores from international students. The program also mandates one letter of recommendation from applicants. Though there is no work experience requirement, the school recommends people have at least seven years of work experience before applying. The school reports that 55% of its 2024 cohort were either promoted or secured new positions during the program. The deadline to apply for fall is June 7.

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Traditional MBA Overview

Acceptance rate	58%
Median base salary of new grads	$120,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$62,250
Median GMAT	640

The Gabelli School of Business Full-Time MBA program at Fordham University requires applicants to submit one letter of recommendation. While standardized test scores (GMAT or GRE) are not mandatory, applicants can submit them if they choose. International students must provide TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo scores, with a minimum TOEFL score of 100. The 60-credit program offers concentrations in subjects like accounting, communication and media management, finance, information systems management, and marketing. The average core course size is 29 students. The application fee is $140, and the deadline for fall enrollment is June 6.

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Traditional MBA — Sustainability Overview

Acceptance rate	58%
Median base salary of new grads	$120,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$62,250
Median GMAT	640

Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business Full-Time MBA program requires one letter of recommendation. While GMAT or GRE scores are optional, applicants can submit them if desired. International students must provide TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo scores, with a minimum TOEFL score of 100. The 60-credit program offers concentrations in accounting, communication and media management, finance, information systems management, and marketing. Core courses average 29 students. The application fee is $140, with a June 6 deadline for fall enrollment. Fordham University (Gabelli) is ranked No. 51 on Fortune's flagship best MBA list and offers a concentration in global sustainability.

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