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Frequently Asked Questions
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| General Questions |
Q: Can you provide a quick overview of the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program?
Q: What degree will I earn? Is
it the same MBA degree as from the full-time program?
Q: Who teaches in the program?
Q: How long does the program take?
Q: What is the minimum age requirement?
Q: Who are your students?
Q: What "type" of candidate
are you looking for?
Q: What is the basic requirement
for admission to the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program?
Q: Are you looking for applicants
from particular industries or occupations - is
there an "ideal candidate"?
Q: Must I live near Singapore
or Los Angeles to take this program?
Q: How much work is required between
the six segments? Can I remain fully employed
and still do the required coursework?
Q: Where are the sessions held
in China and India? How do we learn about these
countries while taking modules there?
Q: May I talk with current participants
and/or alumni about their experiences and perspectives
on the program?
Q: Will we have access to the
alumni networks of both schools?
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Q: Can you
provide a quick overview of the
UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program?
A: The UCLA – NUS Executive MBA is a part-time,
15 months dual degree program offered by both UCLA
Anderson School of Management (University of California,
Los Angeles) and NUS Business School (National University
of Singapore). This program is conducted in a unique,
one-of-a-kind format that consists of 6 intensive
sessions, 2 weeks each, at 3-month intervals. Course modules
are held in 4 different locations: 2x Singapore,
2x Los Angeles, 1x Shanghai, and 1x Bangalore. It
is a general management curriculum with 3 course modules
per session. At the end of the program, participants
graduate with two MBA degrees, one from UCLA Anderson
School of Management and one from NUS Business School.
To be eligible for the program, applicants must
hold a first degree, and have approximately ten
years of postgraduate work experience. Please note
that the GMAT is not a requirement for admission.
The tuition fee of US$84,800 includes the cost of
recommended texts and readings, and most meals and
snacks for residential segments. It does not include
the cost of travel, accommodation and other miscellaneous
expenses. (Please visit Program Fees for the most current
fee information and payment schedule.)
Q:
What degree will I earn? Is it the same MBA degree as from the full-time program?
A: Participants are awarded two MBA degrees recognized
worldwide - one from UCLA and one from NUS. Participants
receive the same MBA degree that is given in all
MBA programs at each of the respective schools.
We apply the same admissions standards and the
same rigor as in all of our MBA programs (i.e.
the full-time programs), so our graduates receive
the full degrees.
Q:
Who teaches in the program?
A: The entire program is taught by the same award-winning
UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School faculty
who teach in the schools’ other MBA programs
(full-time, fully-employed and executive programs).
Q:
How long does the program take?
A: 15 months. The program begins in May in Singapore
and participants graduate the following August
at UCLA in Los Angeles.
Q:
What is the minimum age requirement?
A: There is no minimum age or experience level,
although the average age of participants in the
Executive MBA program is 38 and
the average number of years work experience is
14.5 years. We also take into consideration the
quality of the candidate’s work experience
and focus on their ability to contribute to classroom
discussion. (Please visit Class
Profile for more details on the background
of class participants.)
Q:
Who are your students?
A: The UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program
is designed for senior working professionals with
a record of achievement and demonstrated leadership
ability. The program attracts participants from
all over the world with a range of cultural, professional,
academic and personal backgrounds. Participants’
backgrounds include all functional areas such
as finance, law, engineering, sales, marketing
and operations. We also have a number of entrepreneurs
and participants from the public sector. The age
range of participants ranges from the early thirties
to the late fifties with an average age of 38
and an average number of years work experience
of 14.5 years. (Please visit Class
Profile for more details on the background
of class participants.)
Q:
What "type" of candidate are you looking
for?
A: Although each applicant will be assessed on
his and her unique qualities, some characteristics
that the admissions committee looks for in a UCLA
– NUS Executive MBA applicant include:
- Minimum of 10 years work experience
- Motivation, enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity
and commitment to assure success in an intellectually
challenging global learning endeavor
- Quantitative aptitude and the intellectual ability
to complete a rigorous graduate management degree
program of the rigor required by UCLA and NUS
- Strongly proficient in English (written and
spoken)
- A clear understanding of the effort and commitment
required to succeed in the program.
(Please visit Class
Profile for more details on the background
of class participants.)
Q:
What is the basic requirement for admission to
the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program?
A: To be eligible for the program, we require approximately 10 years of work experience and an acceptable first degree.
Q:
Are you looking for applicants from particular
industries or occupations - is there an "ideal
candidate"?
A: We welcome applications from interested candidates
from every industry, functional background and
geographic location.
Q:
Must I live near Singapore or Los Angeles to take
this program?
A: This program is designed to accommodate the
demanding schedules of busy executives who might
be located in any geographic region of the world
and who would like to gain an extensive management
education, with a primary focus on Asia and the
United States. Most of our participants come from
Asia or North America, but we also have a number
of participants flying in from Europe, the Middle East and
South America.
Q:
How much work is required between the six segments?
Can I remain fully employed and still do the required
coursework?
A: This program is designed for working professionals
who are fully employed. Participants must commit
to be away from work for the six two-week segments.
There is preparation work in between the segments,
such as independent readings and assignments.
We recommend participants to spend an average
of 10 hours per week of study time between segments.
It is a continuous learning process with virtual
workgroups playing a pivotal role in between segments.
Q:
Where are the sessions held in China and India?
How do we learn about these countries while taking
modules there?
A: In Bangalore and Shanghai, classes are conducted
in specifically selected hotels that are centrally
located. UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School faculty members fly out
to teach at these segments – the course modules
taught at these locations are strategically selected
to enable participants to gain first-hand knowledge
and insight into these local economies. Company
site visits also are scheduled and industry speakers
are invited to complement the teachings.
Q:
May I talk with current participants and/or alumni
about their experiences and perspectives on the
program?
A: Yes, certainly. We have a list of willing participants
and alumni who have volunteered to talk with interested
candidates. Please e-mail us to explore this.
Q:
Will we have access to the alumni networks of
both schools?
A: Yes. Along with two MBA degrees comes membership
to the extensive, powerful, global alumni networks
of both business schools and universities. Current
participants and alumni enjoy immediate access
to the online alumni directories of both UCLA
Anderson and NUS Business School, two powerful
resources for job searching and connecting with
alumni both locally and globally. With numerous
search options available, these alumni directories
are two of the Executive MBA’s most important
networking resources.
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| Application and Admissions Questions |
Q: What is required to apply for admission? Do
you require applicants take the GMAT?
Q: Is it possible to be admitted
without a university degree?
Q: I did not graduate from a university
in the United States - is there additional material
that I need to include?
Q: Does the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program accept credits from other institutions?
Q: How closely do you look at undergraduate
transcripts (i.e. I did not do well in college)?
Q: I have been out of school for
a long time and/or I do not have a quantitative
background. I am apprehensive about my quantitative
readiness. How do you assess my quantitative skills
in the admissions decision process?
Q: Is an interview required?
Q: When will I be notified of the
acceptance decision?
Q: Can I defer admission?
Q: Do I need to take the GMAT?
Q: Do I need to take the TOEFL?
Q: What are the required scores
on the TOEFL and IELTS exams?
Q: Is corporate sponsorship required?
Q: Is it possible to apply without
currently being employed?
Q: Is there an application fee?
Q: May I apply online?
Q: What are the required materials
that need to accompany the application?
Q: Who should write the letters
of recommendation?
Q: What should be included in the
company support letter?
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Q: What is
required to apply for admission? Do you require
applicants take the GMAT?
A: Click here to
view the admissions requirements.
The main documents required include:
- Completed application form
- Non-refundable application fee of US$200
- Three essays
- Official College and University transcripts and
other academic records
- Three letters of recommendation
- Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score
report (optional)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
or International English Language Testing System
(IELTS) score report (where applicable).
Upon receipt of your completed application, the
UCLA – NUS Executive MBA Program Office
may contact you to schedule a personal interview.
This provides prospective candidates the opportunity
to elaborate on and personalize their application.
Please note that the GMAT is not a requirement
for acceptance into the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program, however it is highly recommended
for those candidates whose prior academic work
does not show distinction or evidence of quantitative and logical
reasoning skills. Given the experience
level of our applicants, we find that work experience
and career history is a more important measure
of potential than standardized testing.
Q: Is it possible
to be admitted without a university degree?
A: No. Each prospective candidate is expected
to satisfy the admission requirements of both
UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business
School. Requirements for admissions of both universities
requires a bachelor's or equivalent degree from
a regionally accredited institution, and a scholastic
average of B or above in the last two years of
undergraduate coursework and any post-baccalaureate
study. Please note that applicants are expected
to hold a degree representing completion of at
least four years of study with above average scholarship
from a university or university-level institution. Please click here for more information
Q:
I did not graduate from a university in the United
States - is there additional material that I need
to include?
A: Applicants who received a degree from
a university outside of the United States must
submit a certified copy of the diploma/certificate
as well as an official transcript (list of courses
and the qualification received) of the diploma.
These documents must also be accompanied with
a certified English translation. To find out more about the required
academic records, please click here.
Q:
Does the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program
accept credits from other institutions?
A: No. The transfer of credits from any
other institution is not accepted due to the unique
design of the curriculum of this program.
Q:
How closely do you look at undergraduate transcripts
(i.e. I did not do well in college)?
A: We look closely at undergraduate transcripts
for an indication of overall academic performance.
We realize that most Executive
MBA applicants have been out of school for quite
some time, and therefore, we consider very seriously
the quality of the applicant's work experience,
career progress, demonstrated leadership and any
post-secondary academic work that has been completed.
Q:
I have been out of school for a long time and/or
I do not have a quantitative background. I am
apprehensive about my quantitative readiness.
How do you assess my quantitative skills in the
admissions decision process?
A: The admissions committee will look closely
at your performance at the undergraduate level
for an indication of overall academic performance
as well as any graduate work you have done, including
quantitative courses. The committee also will
consider your career history and the types of
quantitative work that you may have been exposed
to. Should there be a question about your quantitative
skills, you may be requested to take the GMAT.
Please note however that the GMAT is not a requirement
for acceptance into the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program – although it is highly recommended
for those candidates whose prior academic work
does not show distinction or evidence of quantitative and logical
reasoning skills.
Q:
Is an interview required?
A: Yes. An interview is required as part
of the application process. Upon receipt of your
complete application, the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA Program Office may contact you to schedule
a personal interview. This provides prospective
candidates the opportunity to elaborate on and
personalize their application. Admissions interviews
are conducted by NUS and can be in person or by
telephone for those applicants residing outside
Singapore.
Q:
When will I be notified of the acceptance decision?
A: Admissions decisions must be made
by both UCLA and NUS. The decision can take approximately
4 to 6 weeks from the time the completed application
is submitted (and the interview is conducted) in non-exceptional cases.
Q:
Can I defer admission?
A: Admission cannot be deferred.
Q:
Do I need to take the GMAT?
A: The GMAT is not a requirement for
acceptance into the Executive
MBA program, however it is highly recommended
for those candidates whose prior academic work
does not show distinction or evidence of quantitative and logical
reasoning skills.
Q:
Do I need to take the TOEFL?
A: The Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) or the International English Language
Testing System (IELTS) will be required if the
applicant's first language is not English. Applicants
who hold a bachelor's or higher degree from a
university located in a country in which English
is both the spoken language and the medium of
instruction, or who have completed at least two
years of full-time study at such an institution,
are exempt from this requirement.
Q:
What are the required scores on the TOEFL and
IELTS exams?
A: For those applicants who are required to sit the exam, there are three options: an internet based on-line exam, a computer-based, and a paper exam. The minimum total score for the internet based (iBT) on-line exam is 87 (please click here for the minimum subsections score). The minimum total score for the computer-based exam is 220. The minimum total score for the paper exam is 560. For more information, please visit http://www.gdnet.ucla.edu/gasaa/admissions/ENGREQ.htm
Q:
Is corporate sponsorship required?
A: Corporate sponsorship is encouraged. However,
a number of participants are self-funded or partially
reimbursed by their employer.
Q:
Is it possible to apply without currently being
employed?
A: The program is designed for those
who are employed full-time however we recognize
that candidates may also be in career transitions.
Candidates will be evaluated on their work experience,
career history and their ability to contribute
to the program.
Q:
Is there an application fee?
A: All applicants are required to submit
a non-refundable application fee of US$200. This
can be paid by bank transfer, check, or credit
card.
Q:
May I apply online?
A: Online applications will be available
soon.
The application deadline is 31st January for
the incoming class that will commence the following
May in Singapore. Applicants are encouraged to
apply early.
Applicants who have completed the admissions requirements
by the posted deadline will receive a confirmation
e-mail within 1 week. Applicants who submit applications
at any other time will be contacted by the Program
Office within 2 weeks to confirm receipt of the
application. In the confirmation e-mail, the applicant
will also be provided with an approximate timeframe
that he or she can expect to receive the final
admissions decision. Please note that in some
cases, applicants can be waitlisted.
Q: What
are the required materials that need to accompany
the application?
A: You will need to send in the completed
application form, together with your three essay
answers, three letters of recommendation, official
University transcript(s) and other academic records,
and four passport size photos, GMAT score report
(optional) and TOEFL or IELTS score report (where
applicable).
Should you be admitted, you also are required
to send a company support letter to confirm that
your company will allow you the necessary time
required to attend the 6 two-week residential
segments.
Q: Who should
write the letters of recommendation?
A: Letters should come from distinguished
people who can credibly evaluate you and your
performance: your direct supervisor, if you have
one, as well as past supervisors, colleagues,
previous professors, etc. Q: What should
be included in the company support letter?
A: Time commitment is required from the
applicant's employer. This letter should state
that the company will provide applicants with
the necessary time away from work to attend the
6 two-week residential segments. The letter may
also include details of financial support, though
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| Program Information Questions |
Q: How many applicants are admitted
each year?
Q: What is the typical profile
of the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA participant?
Q: When does the program begin?
Q: How are the two-week residential
segments structured?
Q: How many hours is each module?
Q: How many hours can I expect
to spend studying each week?
Q: How are the participants divided
into study groups?
Q: Can participants contact the
professors during and after each residential segment?
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Q: How many
applicants are admitted each year?
A: We intend to enroll 45 – 55 participants
per class.
Q:
What is the typical profile of the UCLA –
NUS Executive MBA participant?
A: UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program
participants represent very diverse cultures,
nationalities, undergraduate majors, and industry
and functional backgrounds. There is no minimum
age or experience level, although the average
age of participants in the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program is 38, ranging from the early thirties
to late fifties, and with an average number of
years work experience of 14.5 years. We also take
into consideration the quality of the candidate’s
work experience and their ability to contribute
to the program. Approximately 40% of the program’s
participants come from North America, 40% from
Asia, and the balance from Europe and the Middle
East. (Please visit Class
Profile for more details on the background
of class participants.)
Q:
When does the program begin?
A: A new class begins each May with the first
residential segment held at NUS in Singapore.
Participants graduate 15 months later in August
at UCLA in Los Angeles.
Q:
How are the two-week residential segments structured?
A: The calendar for the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program consists of six intensive two-week
segments. Modules are conducted in residence at
NUS in Singapore and UCLA in Los Angeles, and
in Shanghai and Bangalore. Each segment consists
of three course modules.
There are usually case studies, readings, quizzes,
and/or assignments that participants will have
to prepare for and work on in the evenings. Company
visits, roundtable and panel discussions, and
distinguished guest speakers also are scheduled
throughout. Click here
to view a typical two-week segment.
Q:
How many hours is each module?
A: Each module consists of 30 contact hours similar
to modules for full-time MBA programs. Each residential
segment comprises three core modules. Each degree
requires satisfactory completion of all necessary
degree and course requirements of both institutions.
Students will complete a total of 72 credits -
36 credits from UCLA and 36 credits from NUS.
Q:
How many hours can I expect to spend studying
each week?
A: During each two-week residential segment, there
will be three core modules. To meet the rigorous
academic requirements of both institutions, each
module comprises 30 contact classroom hours. In
between residential segments, the number of hours
spent on coursework, reading and group study varies
by individual. We recommend participants to spend
approximately 10 hours per week studying between
the segments. We also see peer tutoring and study
groups being formed - this is particularly useful
as different participants have different strengths
and skills to share.
Q:
How are the participants divided into study groups?
A: Study groups are in general self-selected
and compose of approximately 4-5 participants
each, depending on the module and particular assignment.
In some modules, professors select the groups
to ensure that the composition of each group is
balanced in terms of nationality, job function,
industry and academic backgrounds.
Q:
Can participants contact the professors during
and after each residential segment?
A: Yes, participants have access to professors
throughout the program. In addition, some professors
also have teaching assistants to help participants
in the more quantitative-related modules.
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| Academic Questions |
Q: Is this a distance learning
program?
Q: Who teaches in the program?
Q: Are there elective courses in
the program? Can I major in a particular subject?
Q: What are the main differences between a full-time MBA and an Executive MBA program?
Q: How does this program differ,
for example in terms of academic content from
the other EMBA programs at UCLA and NUS? How does
this program differ from other EMBA programs offered
in Asia and the U.S.?
Q: What is the purpose and value
in having international residencies?
Q: Can group or individual projects
be undertaken that are directly related to a participant's
employer?
Q: How do professors grade and
evaluate the participants?
Q: Does the UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program use case studies?
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Q: Is this
a distance learning program?
A: No, all modules are taught “face-to-face”
by UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School faculty.
Q:
Who teaches in the program?
A: The entire program is taught by the same award-winning UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School faculty who teach in the schools’ other MBA programs (full-time, fully-employed and executive programs).
Q: Are there
elective courses in the program? Can I major in
a particular subject?
A: The UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program is a general
management curriculum that consists of 16 core
course modules and a two-part Management Practicum. There
are no electives in this program. Each residential
segment consists of three course modules. Students
will complete a total of 72 credits - 36 credits
from UCLA and 36 credits from NUS. Click here
to view the program curriculum. All participants
take the same core modules that cover all aspects
of business, from accounting to strategy, and
leadership to negotiations to entrepreneurship;
as well as a specialization in North America and
Asia markets. There are no majors or concentrations
in the program. However, participants can tailor
parts of the program to specific industry and
functional interests, especially in the Management
Practicum and in the case work and assignments
of many course modules.
Q:
What are the main differences between a full-time
MBA and an Executive MBA program?
A: The first difference is that participants in
the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program do
not need to stop working to earn their MBA degree
and do not need to live locally. The unique one-of-a-kind
program structure allows participants to attend
from all over the world. It is ideal for executives
who travel extensively and cannot attend weekend
programs. Click
here to view the program structure.
Second, the class profile of the Executive MBA program is significantly more
senior, with more extensive business experience
than in traditional full-time MBA programs. Learning
from other senior peers is a core part of the
value proposition of this EMBA program.
Q:
How does this program differ, for example in terms
of academic content from the other EMBA programs
at UCLA and NUS? How does this program differ
from other EMBA programs offered in Asia and the
U.S.?
A: The UCLA – NUS Executive MBA
program is demanding and rigorous. It employs
the same faculty base, applies the same rigorous
grading standards, and provides the same MBA degrees
as each school’s other MBA programs (full-time,
fully-employed and executive programs). However,
the content has been adjusted to include more
global issues and strategies to serve a participant
population that has far more global management
experience and leadership potential.
Unlike traditional Executive MBA programs which
usually have a regional draw, the flexibility
and unique one-of-a-kind format of the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program attracts participants
from around the globe. The unique 2-week segment
structure allows participants to fly in for segments
from anywhere in the world. As a result, the participant
body is uniquely diverse not only by nationality
and industry, but importantly, participants are
currently both working and living in very different
parts of the globe. This is probably one of the
very few programs in the world, if not the only
program, where some 50% of participants fly in
for segments from other continents, making for
an enormously rich classroom discussion and learning
experience for all.
Modules are held in 4 different locations: 2x
Singapore, 2x Los Angeles, 1x Shanghai, and 1x
Bangalore.
Q:
What is the purpose and value in having international
residencies?
A: International residencies are an important
ingredient in a global MBA program as they add
to the value and richness of the classroom component
by providing various lenses (cultural, social,
economic and experiential) through which to view
various economies and systems. Instead of simply
studying one single economy, the Executive MBA program provides an experiential
component that adds value to the learning experience
and which cannot be duplicated in locally-based
programs. This is accomplished using a variety
of means, including visiting regional companies,
hosting local speakers, bringing in company
representatives to supplement case discussions,
and simply by experiencing the region outside
of classroom time. Additionally, being away from
job responsibilities and family in an unfamiliar
culture also helps build the intimacy and team
spirit of the group. Oftentimes, Executive MBA participants, alumni and faculty
members who reside in the residency location act
as hosts and expose the class to experiences and
cultural insights that the average visitor would
not encounter.
Q:
Can group or individual projects be undertaken
that are directly related to a participant’s
employer?
A: Yes. There are a number of opportunities to
discuss various issues facing your company, although
it is important to note that these opportunities
vary depending on the professor and the course.
For instance, a course module may ask your learning team
to analyze some aspect of a participant’s
organization if it is facing a particular challenge
that is of relevance to the teaching and course.
Q:
How do professors grade and evaluate the participants?
A: Some professors assign pre-module
assignments, some assign post-module assignments
– these may be individual or group-based.
One or more exams during the two-week segment
are common. Class participation also is an important
factor. The exact weight of each of these items
will be determined by the professor for each course module.
This all depends on the course and the instructor,
based on what is appropriate for the topic. Some
courses are more exam-based, while others require
term papers. Typically, class participation makes
up 20 to 40% of the final grade depending on the
particular course module. The UCLA – NUS Executive
MBA program requires both verbal and analytical
skills.
Q: Does the
UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program use case
studies?
A: Yes. Case studies are employed along
with other teaching techniques such as analytical
methods, simulations and conceptual tools from
economics, statistics, behavioral sciences, and
other academic disciplines.
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| Administrative Questions |
Q: When do we receive our course
materials and books?
Q: Is it possible to visit a
classroom session at either UCLA Anderson or NUS Business School before
I apply?
Q: Given the rigor of the program
and the necessary time commitment, how do I fit
this into my life? How are current UCLA – NUS
Executive MBA participants handling it?
Q: Can I miss a residential segment
and still graduate?
Q: May I study at the UCLA or NUS
campus during weeks in which class is not in session?
Q: Who can I contact to find out
first hand about the UCLA – NUS Executive MBA
program experience?
Q: Will I receive an e-mail account
from both schools?
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Q: When do
we receive our course materials and books?
A: All readings and materials are sent to participants
8 to 12 weeks ahead of the next segment.
Q:
Is it possible to visit a classroom session at
either UCLA Anderson or NUS Business School before I apply?
A: Yes, candidates are highly encouraged
to visit campus to attend classroom sessions, meet
with current participants, professors, and staff
members and get acquainted with the campus and
the program.
Q: Given the
rigor of the program and the necessary time commitment,
how do I fit this into my life? How are current
Executive MBA participants handling
it?
A: The Executive MBA program
will certainly require some prioritizing in your
life. When deciding to apply to the program, participants
need to make sure that those around them - including families, friends and co-workers - understand
the commitment and support the undertaking. Some
companies help to alleviate workload by providing
their employees with additional support (e.g.,
staff support, time off), but most UCLA –
NUS Executive MBA participants see no relief in
their corporate and personal responsibilities
and commitments. UCLA – NUS Executive MBA
participants vary in how they handle the workload
(e.g., some may do school work all weekend, some
may set aside 1 to 3 hours each day). Workload
during the program varies by individual. The important
point is that you need to find a routine that
works for you and for your team members and discipline
yourself to adhere to it.
Q:
Can I miss a residential segment and still graduate?
A: No. All six residential segments must
be attended and completed. In rare situations,
if participants are unable to attend one residential
segment they must join the next incoming class
and wait until the following year to attend the
next segment and graduate. This is not recommended
and is at the discretion of the
Executive MBA program’s Academic Directors.
Q:
May I study at the UCLA or NUS campus during weeks
in which class is not in session?
A: Yes, but participants must check with
each campus for hours of operation and to reserve
a study room.
Q: Who can
I contact to find out first hand about the Executive MBA program experience?
A: A number of Executive
MBA alumni and current participants have volunteered
to share their experience with interested candidates.
You can meet them at our Information Sessions,
MBA Fairs, and during the six segments throughout
the year. Please e-mail the Program Office for
more information and names of alumni and participants
to contact.
Q: Will I
receive an e-mail account from both schools?
A: Yes, all enrolled participants will
receive an “e-mail-for-life” account
from both schools, which can be used not only
during the program but also following graduation.
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| Financial Information Questions |
Q: How much is the program?
Q: What is included in the tuition fees?
Q: When is the tuition due?
Q: If I decide to withdraw from
the program will the tuition be refunded?
Q: Is company financial sponsorship
required?
Q: Is financial aid available for
this program? Are scholarships available?
Q: Can you invoice my employer?
Q: My employer is partially financing
the program. Who is financially responsible for
paying the fees? Are there special arrangements
for this?
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Q: How much
is the program?
A: The tuition fee is US$ 92,222* (inclusive of Singapore GST @ 7%, where applicable). Fees are paid in installments prior to each session on a pay-as-you-go basis.
(Please visit Program Fees
for the most current fee information and payment schedule.)
*The universities reserve the right to revise the fee as appropriate
Q:
What is included in the tuition fees?
A: The tuition fee includes the cost
of recommended text books and readings as well
as most meals and snacks for each residential
segment. The cost of travel, accommodation and
miscellaneous expenses is not included and is
to be borne by the participant. (Please visit
Program Fees for
the most current fee information and payment schedule.)
Q:
When is the tuition due?
A: A non-refundable deposit of $7,490 (inclusive of Singapore GST @ 7%) will be required to secure your place once you receive an admission offer. This amount will be offset against the first tuition payment. Fees are always due prior to each session. (Please visit Program
Fees for the most current fee information and payment schedule.
and payment schedule.)
Q:
If I decide to withdraw from the program will
the tuition be refunded?
A: Fees are paid in installments prior to each
session on a pay-as-you-go basis. There is no
refund for admission fees or fees for those segments
taken should a participant decide to withdraw
from the program.
Q:
Is company financial sponsorship required?
A: Financial sponsorship is encouraged,
however it is not a requirement and a number of
participants self-finance.
Q: Is financial
aid available for this program? Are scholarships
available?
A: The Executive MBA
program is not eligible for U.S. Federal Financial
Aid as it is administered in Singapore and not
in the United States. In Singapore, no Executive
MBA program is eligible for scholarships or government
grants. Currently, there are no scholarships available
for this program.
Q: Can you
invoice my employer?
A: Yes, however it is the responsibility
of the participants to make sure that the full tuition
is paid to the university in a timely manner.
Q: My employer
is partially financing the program. Who is financially
responsible for paying the fees? Are there special
arrangements for this?
A: Yes, special payment arrangements
can be made for such situations, though the final
responsibility of the tuition rests with the participant
(and not the company).
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| Career Management Services Questions |
Q: Are career management services available to UCLA – NUS Executive MBA program participants?
Q: What type of career services
are provided?
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Q: Are career
management services available to UCLA – NUS
Executive MBA program participants?
A: Yes. All participants and alumni have access
to both schools’ career management services.
UCLA Anderson and NUS Business School provide dedicated
and customized career services to UCLA – NUS
Executive MBA participants. These services are specifically
aimed at upper mid- and senior-level career professionals
and directly address the skills needed to enable
UCLA – NUS Executive MBA participants to develop
lifelong career management skills and take control
of their career trajectory. Click here
to view the career services available.
Q:
What type of career services are provided?
A: All participants have access to a
dedicated career coach available for confidential,
one-on-one career counseling. Assistance is provided
through:
- Self-assessment, including CareerLeader
- Industry and job function overviews
- Career management strategy (e.g., job targeting,
career management plan development)
- Skill development (e.g., resume writing, networking)
- Career advancement strategies (for leveraging
the MBA degree in one’s current organization).
Career workshops also are provided. In addition
a variety of web-based career management resources,
job portals and networking events are available.
Current participants and alumni enjoy immediate
access to both UCLA Anderson and NUS Business
School’s online alumni directories, two
powerful resources for job searching and connecting
with alumni both locally and globally. With numerous
search options available, these alumni directories
are two of the Executive MBA’s most important
networking resources.
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