Below is a checklist of items that are necessary for your Executive MBA application. If you prefer, you can also get this as a printable download.
Executive MBA Application Checklist
Do you want to get your MBA from one of the most respected programs in the nation? Would you like to learn from world-renowned faculty that bring academic research and industry experience into the classroom? Are you interested in gaining dynamic, hands-on experience and instruction that can be immediately applied at work? It’s time to invest in yourself and become a leader in your field.
Before Applying
- Review the curriculum, the SMU Cox advantage, and the Executive MBA program overview
- Attend an admissions event
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Speak to an Admissions Team Member here or
contact Jamie Fuller (Director of Executive MBA Admissions) at jafuller@smu.edu about:
- Program start dates Fall (August)
- Average weekly time commitment (15–20 hours a week)
- Experiential Learning
- Global Learning Program Experiences
- Test Optional Policy
- Financing options
- Speak with your current employer to explore tuition assistance options and your plans to pursue grad school
Application Process
- Schedule an in-depth application walk-through with a member of our admissions team to go over requirements, best practices, and your timeline to application submission
- Gather the following materials and apply at coxgradadmission.smu.edu/apply/ (No application fee required)
- Required Essay (Word Limit 500): What are your professional reasons and goals for wanting an MBA?
- Optional Essay (Word Limit 250): If you have areas you would like address or issues to discuss, or a unique experience to share that is not reflected elsewhere in your application, you can use the optional essay.
- Unofficial Transcripts: Upload with your application; or send electronically to coxgradtranscripts@smu.edu. (Note: Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities where you completed 12 or more credit hours.)
- OPTIONAL: Submit Standardized Test Scores (GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment): Test scores are not required, but they can support your application amongst other applicants.
- Professional Recommendation: One professional recommendation is required, but you do not need to submit a letter of recommendation. You will need to enter the name, email address, company/organization, and title of at least one person that can recommend you. See Professional Recommendation Guidelines here.
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
- Apply for financial aid at studentaid.gov.
Next Steps for Admitted Students
- Accept your admission offer by submitting your MBA Reply Form in your admissions portal
- Submit your $2000 Enrollment Deposit to reserve your seat
- Submit official final transcripts
- Activate your my.SMU and Email Accounts: you will receive an email with information and instructions on how to activate your SMU student account and email
- After receiving communication from your advisor, schedule a meeting to review orientation, course registration, and other key information
- Complete optional prep work provided by the Student Enrollment and Engagement team
- Connect with your professors, network with your peers, and take your first class!