
Executive MBA Program
Class Profile
SDSU’s EMBA program is proud to have a talented and diverse body of students drawing
from one of the most dynamic areas in the country. Our access to great faculty and
inspiring guest speakers fosters a stimulating environment, preparing Executive MBA
students, to be transformational and inspiring leaders themselves.
Your Classmates
When you enroll in the EMBA program, you will join a select cohort of experienced
entrepreneurs, professionals and managers who aspire to roles of greater responsibility
in their organizations, and know they need additional knowledge to get there. They
will represent start-up firms, mid-sized businesses, large corporations, and non-profit
and government entities. Their academic backgrounds will vary as well, with disciplines
ranging from the liberal arts, engineering, science and business and everything in
between, and many will have already acquired advanced degrees.
As an EMBA candidate, you will enjoy an unparalleled group learning experience. You
will learn as much from each other as you do from the faculty – both during class
sessions and in meetings with your study groups. The cohort experience provides camaraderie,
continuity and mutual support throughout the program, and develops a rich network
of professional ties and corporate contacts that will remain long after you graduate.
Current Class
Class Size and Diversity |
Applications received |
87 |
Enrolled Students |
37 |
Women |
43% |
Countries Represented |
9 |
Average Age |
39 |
Average Years of Professional Experience |
17 |
Undergraduate Degrees |
Business |
24% |
Economics |
11% |
Science |
11% |
Engineering |
10% |
Education |
9% |
Psychology |
8% |
Arts |
8% |
Communication |
5% |
English |
5% |
History |
5% |
Criminal Justice |
4% |
Industries Represented |
Military/Defense |
19% |
Healthcare |
16% |
Hospitality/Entertainment |
13% |
Non Profit |
13% |
Management Consulting |
8% |
Transportation |
8% |
Aviation/Aerospace |
6% |
Real Estate |
5% |
Telecommunications |
4% |
Manufacturing |
4% |
Information Technology |
4% |
Academic Profile |
Previous Bachelor’s degree |
100% |
Previous Master’s degree |
11% |
Previous Doctoral degree |
6% |
Average Undergraduate GPA |
3.20 |
Average Graduate GPA |
3.83 |
Representative Titles |
Account Executive |
Chief Financial Officer |
Commander, Task Force |
Controller |
Dentist |
Director, Integrated Resources Management |
Director, IT and Purchasing |
Director, Marketing |
Director, Operations |
Director, Strategic Initiatives |
General Manager |
Manager, Construction & Demolition |
Manager, IT Systems Design |
Manager, Quality Control |
Manager, Regulatory Affairs |
Physician |
Program Manager |
Real Estate Broker |
Senior Accountant |
Senior Project Control Specialist |
Supervisor, Inventory Control |
Teacher |
Test Engineer |