Fully Employed MBA (FEMBA)

Each applicant is carefully considered on the basis of past academic performance, admission essays, employment history, letters of recommendation, GMAT and other test scores, motivation and career progression. Participants are selected for their overall abilities and the valuable contributions that they can make to the program.

Candidates must hold at least a four-year bachelor's degree from a college or university of fully-recognized standing. No specific undergraduate major is required.

The Global Access Program (GAP) at the UCLA Anderson School of Management is a unique educational program that matches students in the Fully-Employed MBA (FEMBA) Program with existing international technology companies to develop a comprehensive business strategy to enable the companies to move to the next stage of corporate development. These strategies are based on extensive primary and secondary research.

The total cost for the FEMBA program for the academic year 2008-2009 is $28,800* (estimated). This year-one total cost covers tuition, university fees, books and supplies, use of the Anderson School's computing facilities, selected speaker events and campus parking. International Field Study-related expenses, and laptop computer are not included.

UCLA Anderson School of Management is perennially ranked among the top-tier business schools in the world. UCLA combine a award-winning faculty renowned for their research and teaching, highly selective admissions, successful alumni and world-class facilities to create an extraordinary learning environment.

UCLA Anderson's faculty comprises outstanding educators and researchers sharing their scholarship and expertise across areas such as finance, marketing, accounting, business economics, decision sciences, operations and technology management, human resources and organizational behavior, information systems, and strategy and policy.

Leadership themes permeate the curriculum at UCLA Anderson. MBA students have many opportunities to develop leadership skills in safe surroundings. This includes working in teams on real world management challenges through the Applied Management Research and the Global Access programs. There are also a multitude of leadership experiences available through the school's many student associations and activities.

Academic Programs

UCLA Anderson offers both degree and non-degree programs to meet the diverse educational needs and professional goals of students. UCLA Anderson's rigorous programs offer exceptional academic preparation, a cooperative and congenial student culture, and access to a thriving business community, as well as support services for scholastic and career advancement.

Research Centers

Specialized centers support faculty research and sponsor courses, extracurricular activities and conferences. They also provide varied opportunities for continuing education and contact among scholars, students and industry leaders.

Executive Education

Executive Education programs at UCLA expand management horizons and actualize leadership potential with programs that equip individuals to embrace innovation and drive sustainable growth throughout their enterprise.

UCLA Anderson Alumni Network

Graduates of UCLA Anderson enjoy lifelong resources and the benefits of being part of a community of over 36,000 alumni worldwide.