GEMBA: Admissions Facts + Dates

We look at all your work experience—how it will contribute to our learning environment and how it has helped you develop leadership and teamwork skills.

• You must have at least 5 years of full-time work experience and currently be employed full-time to qualify for the program.
• Any postgraduate work experience will be considered, and in your application explain how that experience will contribute to Fuqua’s learning environment.

Fuqua values diversity and unique points of view, so we admit applicants with:

• Various undergraduate degrees and professional backgrounds
• A wide range of GPAs and GMAT/GRE and Executive Assessment (EA) scores

Because the Global Executive MBA program is demanding and fast-paced and requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, the admissions committee pays particular attention to the quantitative segment of your test scores, your performance in quantitative and business undergraduate courses, the quality of your undergraduate institution, and your work history, including the types of quantitative work you’ve been exposed to. Test waivers are offered on a case-by-case basis for Executive MBA applicants.

If you are concerned about your academic readiness, we have pre-program assessments and academic materials on a host of subjects to help you prepare for the Global Executive MBA. Review these materials on the MBA Ready page.

Your application essays, recommendations, and interview are what weave fit, passion, and impact together into your "story." No one part is more important than the other, so give each one your best. And most importantly, just be you.

CV or Resume:

You must include a current business resume or CV. Start with your current position, and include any relevant volunteer work. Please make sure the experience and education sections list dates (month/year). 

Essays:

Your essays let you share your perspective and help us understand what drives and inspires you, personally and at work. Use essays to fill in any gaps or provide extra details on key areas of your application.

Recommendations:     

One letter of recommendation is required for the application and should be from someone who knows your professional skills and abilities. Prepare your recommender to showcase parts of you that are not reflected in other areas of your application. 

Proprietors or principals of a company can ask a client, board member, or other professional colleague to write a recommendation. 

Interview:

An interview is required to complete your application. During your interview, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Show us your interpersonal skills and what you’ll bring to the program
• Give us additional insights into who you are and your background
• Demonstrate how you’re a good fit for Fuqua and vice versa

Learn more about the interview process and registration.