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Eller College of Management Launches New Professional MBA Program

The University of Arizona is partnering with the city of Candler Economic Development Department to introduce a new MBA program located in Chandler.

The new program will combine online learning with bi-weekly practicums in Chandler with a focus on exploring the intersection of business, technology, and the future of work in Arizona.

“I am thrilled that Chandler’s partnership continues to grow with the University of Arizona with the announcement of this new Professional MBA program,” Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke says in a press release. “The City is committed to providing our residents with access to higher education opportunities, which not only improves quality of life, but will also add to the number of amenities that make Chandler economically competitive.”

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

The new professional MBA program is targeted for working business professionals with three or more years of experience.

At 21-months long, the program will consist of two online courses every eight weeks with in-person meetings every other Thursday.

The program will focus on teaching skills such as SEO/digital tools, Excel, data visualization, and more.

“Eller’s new Professional MBA brings the quality and rigor of a premier MBA program with market-driven specializations to a key and growing market in the state of Arizona, giving students a lasting foundation for their careers as well as hands-on learning that will bring value to their organizations,” Paulo Goes, dean and Halle Chair in Leadership in the Eller College of Management, says in a press release.

The GMAT/GRE requirements have been waived for the fall 2020 admissions requirements.

Learn more about the program here.

Sources: Eller College of Management, Community Impact Newsletter

 

 

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