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 | 60 | 40 |
| 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 #8!
The NYU Stern Executive MBA program is ranked #8 on U.S. News & World Reports 2025 Executive MBA programs!
Prof. Maher Said is featured in the FT's “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.
Newsweek interview with NYU Stern Chief AI Architect, Conor Grennan
Check out Newsweek interview with Conor Grennan, NYU Stern's Chief AI Architect, as he emphasizes that effectively adopting Generative AI (GenAI) requires a behavioral shift.
What Stern EMBA Students are Saying
“I wanted to be challenged in a new way. My thirst for knowledge led me to a career in journalism; now, it’s propelled me to learn more about business. It’s difficult to truly understand how the world functions without understanding how business leaders analyze, strategize, and make decisions. I have furthered my pursuit by engaging with Stern’s network and supporting Stern’s Diversity & Inclusion work."
Erica Whitmore, EMBA NYC Class of 2024
Reporter, NBC Universal
"I expected our 'Leadership in Organization' course to involve tough readings and lots of theory, but instead Prof. Nate Pettit encouraged the cohort to "play the game" and put every concept into practice. We were presented us with challenging situations that made it hard to recognize ourselves and our behaviors. Moreover, the entire cohort had to collaborate on a solution for each case."
Bruno Costa, EMBA NYC Class of 2024
Project Manager, Itau Unibanco
“Choosing Stern means choosing a path that fosters real-world thinking. It's not just about academic excellence but also about gaining practical insights that you can apply in your career immediately. Its reputation as one of the best business schools is well-deserved. You'll be surrounded by top-notch students, accomplished alumni, and distinguished professors who have the potential to change your life.”
Jennifer Aspinwall, EMBA DC Class of 2024
Senior Director of DEI, Beautycounter
ATTEND AN ADMISSIONS EVENT
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
August Start (NY and DC): March 15, May 15
Executive MBA students have access to Stern’s Working Professionals Team. For more information on Careers, please click here.