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programs/emba/university-of-maryland-smith-executive-mba
Salary & Career
avg salary$226,486
Program Info
duration21 months
tuition$128,736
formatHybrid
teachingAction-learning approach combining case studies, business simulations, and executive coaching
Class Profile
class size45
avg age37
avg work experience12 years
women %36%
international %10%
Rankings
FT rank#91
tierIII
Admissions
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1October 15, 2024
round2February 15, 2025
round3May 15, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Foundations of Accounting for ExecutivesFinancial ManagementLeadership and Human CapitalMarketing ManagementStrategic ManagementData AnalyticsSupply Chain ManagementGlobal Business
Top Recruiters
Booz Allen HamiltonDeloitteLockheed MartinMarriott InternationalNorthrop GrummanAmazonCapital One
Top Industries
Government and Public SectorTechnology and AerospaceConsultingHealthcare
Program Highlights
  • -Access to University of Maryland's renowned faculty and resources
  • -Focus on leadership development and strategic thinking
  • -Cohort-based learning environment
  • -Experiential learning opportunities
ROI
total cost$128,736
program typeEMBA
EMBA students continue working; salary shown is current, not post-graduation
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for Executive MBA
deadline:
Oct 15, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jul 15, 2025 (-414 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 15, 2025 (-352 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 15, 2025 (-322 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
Executive MBA
gpa (0-4.0):
>
gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
>
admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
vlocal(2026-09-02)