MBA

The Princeton Review finds UAB

“one of the best institutions you can

attend to earn an MBA” and lists

UAB among the “Best 296 Business

Schools” nationwide.

U.S. News & World Report ranks UAB School of Business’

Part-Time MBA highest in Alabama, based on how well the

school works with students in balancing work, life and classes.

STUDY HANDS-ON WITH TOP LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS

• Vibrant and diverse core of students and faculty• Highly ranked program with unique flexibility• Streamlined, innovative curriculum• A graduate experience on one of the nation’s most highly ranked campuses• Focused preparation for upper level management and leadership positions

An MBA isn’t a piece of paper that hangs on a wall or an acronym on a business card. It’s knowledge. Knowledge that helps you think through and solve the tough problems. Knowledge that gives you the confi dence to take the lead at work and in life. Knowledge that will change your world.

If you’re ready to begin the next phase of your career, UAB is ready to get you there with a challenging, academic program that will help transform not only what you think, but the way you think. You’ll learn to seize the opportunity in every challenge, think critically and view problems in an entirely new way. You’ll leave class ready to apply what you learn from your professors, your classmates and your professional mentors.

Are you ready for a change?

KNOWLEDGETHAT WILL CHANGEYOUR WORLD

“You can command a greater salary, have a better career and a better life, and I feel that UAB is directly responsible for that. All you have to do is come here.”

Frank Barrientes, Class of 2010BS in Life, Chemical, Polymer Science from Penn State University 1996Contract Administer at Defense Contract Management Agency

Th e UAB School of Business off ers a world-class business education in the heart of Alabama’s economic center. Fully accredited by AACSB International, the most prestigious accrediting agency for business education in the world, UAB’s business school is one of only 5% of business schools worldwide separately accredited in both business and accounting by AACSB. Students have unfettered access to Birmingham’s business elite, who provide real-world instruction in applying theoretical learning to actual business situations. Additionally, UAB’s MBA faculty include some of the most sought-after thought leaders in their fi elds, those pushing the boundaries with topical, practical research that goes beyond the “why” to also ask “what if.” Th e school’s location, centered in the largest business district in Alabama, provides endless opportunities to infuse experiential learning into the traditional classroom experience.

Challenging courses in key business disciplines lay the groundwork for advanced study in areas tailored to your professional goals.

YOUR FUTURESTARTS NOW

“I chose UAB because of its emphasis on previous work experience. It gives you the opportunity to interact with students with diff erent backgrounds so that you are learning not only from the professors, but from your classmates as well.”

Christopher Tanner, Class of 2011MS in Civil Engineering from Tulane University 2004BS in Civil Engineering from Tulane University 2002Audit & Enterprise Risk Services at Deloitte & Touche, LLP

Whether you plan to start your own company, advance your knowledge of your current fi eld, or learn new skills to help you transition into a new career, you’ll fi nd the courses, resources and support you need to advance your career, while maintaining your work-life balance.

EARN A UAB MBAAND MOVE AHEAD

UAB continues to rank highly in U.S. News’ “Best Graduate Schools,” with 14 programs in the top 25, and more groundbreaking and nationally respected programs than any other school in the state.

UAB understands that working professionals maintain a delicate balance of work, school and other life commitments. Th at’s why the UAB MBA’s student-centric class schedules include convenient evening and online classes. Th e fl exible options allow students to successfully manage outside responsibilities while earning an MBA part-time in just two years. Full-time students can earn the UAB MBA in just 12 months.

Businesses and CEOs demand results and a high ROI. Th ey recognize that the UAB MBA brand is synonymous with excellence. A UAB MBA delivers relevance in today’s ever-changing, complex business environment. Th e prestige that comes from being a UAB MBA alumnus is a stepping stone to career advancement.

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Businesses operate in a global environment. Even local family businesses are re-evaluating their markets and examining international opportunities to stay competitive. International companies are moving into Alabama, and home-grown startups are fi nding a niche in global markets. All MBA graduates should be prepared to do business in the global arena. Th at’s why every UAB MBA course incorporates an international component, providing students with fresh insights into the global marketplace. Students seeking hands-on experiences in emerging markets or traditional international business centers can opt for one of the school’s many study abroad programs in places such as South America, China or Europe.

EXPAND YOUR WORLD

AVERAGE WORK EXPERIENCE OF STUDENT BEFORE ENTERING PROGRAM

6.5 YEARS

“Th e program gave me skills and experience in fi elds I would not have had otherwise. I feel that this has made me more valuable to my employer.”

Sherry Pigford, Class of 2009BS in Commerce & Business Administration from the University of Alabama 1998Strategy Consultant at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

AVERAGE WORK EXPERIENCE OF STUDENT BEFORE ENTERING PROGRAM

Th e classroom experience is only part of what makes a UAB MBA indispensable. UAB is committed to providing students with opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges. Th ese experiential learning opportunities reinforce lessons learned and allow students to test business theory in the real world.

UAB’s award-winning student-managed investment fund, the Green & Gold Fund, is recognized as one of the best in the nation, having earned consecutive national championships from R.I.S.E., the leading national competition for student investment fund performance. MBA students have the opportunity to help manage the fund’s $550,000 portfolio.

At UAB’s new Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, students tackle the unique challenges of growing a new business by working hands-on with startup companies. Business Analysis Lab students help business faculty research solutions to problems faced by real business clients.

LEARN THROUGH EXPERIENCE

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“My company has hired employees from the MBA program, and the school will continue to be a great recruiting source for many years to come.”

George Trible, Class of 2013BA in Political Science from Hampden-Sydney College 1991Area President at Wells Fargo

UAB’s full-time faculty members include some of the nation’s most accomplished business minds. In addition to teaching, they consult with businesses and conduct vital research to contribute to the growing body of knowledge in their fi elds. Most have worked in the professional trenches outside academia and are able to translate textbook material into practical, impactful, real-world lessons. Prominent national, regional and local CEOs serve as guest faculty at UAB, enhancing classroom discussions with personal experiences and networking with students in and out of the classroom.

Th e UAB MBA provides professional,

graduate-level education and maintains a

continuing relationship with the business

community through service activities.

To deal eff ectively with increasingly complex

challenges of organizations, managers require

training in sophisticated, analytical techniques,

an appreciation for the behavioral facets of

management and an ability to anticipate

and adapt to changes in the organizational

environment. Th e UAB MBA is designed

to provide competency in management

and to acquaint you, the student, with all

aspects of business activity. Th e program is

decision-oriented, focusing on key aspects of

modern administration, and seeks to prepare

you for a leadership role in business, industry,

government or social service.

INSPIRATIONALFACULTY AND CEO MENTORS

“I chose UAB because it allowed me to keep working and building professional experience in addition to advancing my education. Th e professors do a great job of incorporating ‘real life’ business scenarios into the coursework, so you can directly apply your professional experience to the assignments. It’s a great way to learn.”

Majd Zayzafoon, Class of 2013PhD from Michigan State University 2001MD from University of Damascus School of Medicine 1987Associate Professor of Pathology at UABPresident of Novicure Biotechnology

Successful careers don’t happen by chance. Th ey require careful planning and constant attention. Th at’s why UAB has invested heavily in career and professional development services. Every MBA student receives personal attention from an MBA advisor to map out an eff ective professional development plan from start to fi nish.

All incoming students are guaranteed a solid start with UAB’s Business Boot Camp, a self-paced online study module designed to help prepare you for the fi rst semester of classes. Th is unique program ensures that students begin the MBA program in the best position to succeed.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE WORK, COUNSELING AND ORIENTATION

Th roughout the MBA program, UAB works to

help students prepare for life after their MBA.

Th e Career Services and Professional Development

offi ce caters to the special needs of professional

MBA students. Whether students want to move up

the ladder in their current companies, or seek a

position with a new company, they fi nd the

help they need at UAB. Not only does UAB

draw top employers to campus to recruit MBA

students, it also hosts a cadre of casual networking

events off campus.“I received not only good resume advice from the administration, but also good contact points. Th e curriculum has several courses built in that will educate the student on how hiring managers think, and what they will be looking for in a candidate. It taught us very eff ective ways of marketing ourselves.”

Danae Boyd, Class of 2012BS in Industrial Design from Auburn University 2005Marketing Manager at Royal Cup Coff ee

START CHANGING YOUR WORLD TODAY

For more information or to receive an enrollment consultation, contact:Th e UAB School of Business Room 210, 1150 South 10th AvenueBirmingham, Alabama 35294-4460

Telephone: 205.934.8817 or 205.934.8815Email: mbainfo@uab.edu

Or, visit our website at: uab.edu/mba

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“Th e money spent for a UAB MBA ensured I had a great degree from one of the best rated business schools in the country. My instructors had been in the business world and brought a lot of their experiences into the classroom. I learned real world applications that I just couldn’t get from a textbook.”

Doug Estes, Class of 2007MS in Instructional Technology from Mississippi State University 2000BA in Secondary Education from Mississippi State University 1998Client Relations Manager at RDS

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SCHOOL OFBUSINESS

“Management is an art of planning, organizing, directing and controlling. Leadership has to start with a vision, preferably a shared vision, that is clearly articulated. Do you have the skills to both lead and manage change?”

Dean Eric JackUAB School of Business