A Different Degree of Experience
Level up your skills and accelerate your career in the NYU Stern Executive MBA program, available in New York City and in Washington, DC
Which Location is Right for Me?
| New York City | Washington, DC | |
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| Program Start | January & August | August |
| Class Schedule | Every other Friday & Saturday | One, 3-day weekend per month (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) |
| Length of program | 22 months | 24 months |
| Prerequisites | Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) Minimum 6y full time work experience | Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) Minimum 6y full time work experience |
| Average Cohort Size | 50 | 35 |
| Specializations | Choose up to 3 specific areas of business | Choose up to 3 specific areas of business |
| Required Residencies | Year 1:
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Spotlight on Stern
NYU Stern Executive MBA is ranked Top 10!
The NYU Stern Executive MBA program is ranked Top 10 on U.S. News & World Reports 2026 Executive MBA programs!
Prof. Maher Said is featured in “Business School Professors’ Picks”
Maher Said, Prof. of Economics and Academic Director of Executive MBA Programs highlights how news on DeepMind’s recent decision to slow research publications had practical applications in his EMBA courses.
2026 Best & Brightest NYU Stern Executive MBA: Crystal Law
Driven by a goal to pivot back into the corporate space with a strategic, global perspective, Crystal leveraged the program to sharpen her leadership and elevate her impact in early talent recruiting at Latham & Watkins.
What Stern EMBA Students are Saying
"I had the opportunity to work with several clients and colleagues who were Stern alumni. I was impressed by the way they approached complex business problems with creativity, rigor, and a deep understanding of the global landscape. Their stories of transformation, innovation, and success sparked my desire to be part of the Stern community that shared my values and aspirations."
Rey Grewal, EMBA NYC Class of 2026
Associate Manager, Sia Partners
“I put off pursuing my MBA for years. Life often got in the way. What I did not expect to find was how much support my cohort offered beyond my study group, including perspective on what it meant to be a person of color, a woman, and a working parent in corporate America. Stern gave me a community."
Kim Aguilo, EMBA NYC Class of 2025
Senior Director of Media Operations, ESPN
"I’ve had a truly transformative experience in the NYU Stern Executive MBA program. The caliber of the faculty, the rigor of the curriculum, and the diversity and dynamism of my DC23 cohort have all contributed to an enriching journey."
Abdulla Damluji, EMBA DC Class of 2023
Director of Outcomes Research, Inova Health System
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Learn more about the Executive MBA programs in NYC and DC. Hear from admissions directors, students, and faculty to learn about the EMBA experience. Events offered in-person and online.
Frequently Asked Questions
In order to apply to the Executive MBA program, you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A minimum of 6 years of full-time work experience by the start of the program, typically calculated from the time you earned your undergraduate degree
January Start (NY Only): September 15, October 15, November 15
August Start (NY and DC): March 1, May 1, July 1
Executive MBA students have access to Stern’s Working Professionals Team. For more information on Careers, please click here.
NYU can sometimes sponsor international students. The NYU Office of Global Services (OGS) handles immigration matters for all students, faculty, and staff seeking immigration and visa support when traveling to NYU locations in the US and around the world. NYU can sponsor international students for F-1 student status for the EMBA NY and EMBA DC programs. Prospective students should refer to the OGS website for more information.
Students in the Executive MBA NY and DC program who hold an F-1 visa may be eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Admitted students can review more information here and connect with OGS. Please note that due to the format of the program's curricular design, the program is not eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT).