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AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP. GREATER IMPACT. ALL IN 19 MONTHS. Solving complex challenges with agility. Leading through responsible decision-making. Pursuing change that makes a difference. All with global awareness and confidence to continually adapt to an ever-changing business climate. These are qualities you expect from a leader—ones you seek for yourself. The Villanova Executive MBA creates leaders with vision, creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement and the greater good. We elevate the conversation beyond the functional silos to examine the cross-functional nature of business to enable you to create sustainable value. Here you will develop a better understanding of your strengths and passions to lead in a way that feels authentic. You’ll be surrounded by equally talented peers and our world-class faculty who support your growth for years to come. All in 19 months. EXECUTIVE FIT. EXECUTIVE FOCUS. Every Third Weekend We pace our 19-month program to fit your life but also to give you time to absorb what you learn without losing any momentum. EMBA SCHEDULE Forward-Looking and Pragmatic Our curriculum pushes students to envision the future of business while developing the dexterity and resourcefulness to build it. CURRICULUM Leadership on Your Terms We use executive coaching that emphasizes individual strengths over competition to ensure that you achieve your leadership potential. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT THE VILLANOVA EXECUTIVE MBA IS GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED The Villanova Executive MBA program was ranked #26 by CEO Magazine in their 2024 Global MBA Rankings report. The program was ranked #8 in North America. Learn more . FACULTY SPOTLIGHT Mike Pagano, PhD Dr. Mike Pagano serves as the Robert J. and Mary Ellen Daretta Endowed Chair in Finance at the Villanova School of Business. Dr. Pagano brings many years of experience in the financial services industry to the Executive MBA classroom and is the program’s longest full-time tenured faculty member. Learn more about Dr. Pagano and the EMBA faculty Jeffrey D. Kudisch, PhD Faculty Director, EMBA "More than ever before, executives must be visionary, creative, agile, empathetic, self-aware and responsible. These principles of servant leadership lie at the heart of the Villanova School of Business Executive MBA program and I couldn’t be more excited to lead this transformational program." RELATED TOPICS EXECUTIVE MBA EXPERIENCE PROGRAM SCHEDULE CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ADMISSIONS EVENTS EMBA FAQs VILLANOVA MBA Professional MBA Executive MBA JD/MBA CONTACT US Connect with Admissions Kara Snyder Associate Director, Executive MBA Admissions Phone: 484-531-6693 Email: kara.snyder@villanova.edu EMBA FOR A DAY Get a glimpse into the Villanova Executive MBA experience by joining us for a class! Review the class options through the link below and pick what works best for your schedule! REGISTER TODAY The Villanova Executive MBA program is offered in-person at The Inn at Villanova University, located 12 miles from Philadelphia. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LOCATION KEY STATS 100% executives felt the program provided real world industry experience 92% executives felt the program increased effectiveness at current job 92% executives felt the program prepared them for the next steps in their career and life Based on 2023 exit survey data STUDENT PERSPECTIVES Support Makes it Happen Kristin Houston ’16 EMBA describes how a strong community of supporters enabled her to successfully pursue an Executive MBA. MORE... Discovering Her Inner Leader Ashley Bracey ’18 EMBA shares how executive coaching in the Villanova Executive MBA helped her tap into her strengths and discover her authenticity as a leader. MORE... Maintaining Priorities A father of two, Mitch Blacher ’19 EMBA explains how his children motivated him in the Villanova Executive MBA to give them a positive example of work ethic. MORE... Highly Talented and Student-Focused To the world-class faculty of the Villanova Executive MBA, nothing is more important than student success, explains Kristin Houston ’16 EMBA. MORE... The Power of Diverse Thinking Ashley Bracey ’18 EMBA describes the way that peer learning and the diverse backgrounds of her fellow students raised the Villanova Executive MBA experience to the next level. MORE... Reaching New Heights From aerospace engineer to management, Kristin Houston ’16 EMBA describes how the Villanova Executive MBA sparked an evolution in her career and propelled her forward. MORE... Sharing an Uncommon Journey NBC Correspondent Mitch Blacher ’19 EMBA explains how the diverse backgrounds of his fellow students in the Villanova Executive MBA melded together for a powerful experience. MORE... New Thinking for Better Leadership Systems thinking in the Villanova Executive MBA gave Kristin Houston ’16 EMBA a broader perspective on organizational issues and today she approaches complex challenges head on. MORE... CONNECT WITH VU 800 E. Lancaster Ave. Villanova, PA 19085 CONTACT US 610-519-4500 QUICK LINKS PRIVACY & SECURITY NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION HIGHER EDUCATION ACT ACCESSIBILITY MY NOVA DIRECTORY WORK AT VILLANOVA ©1990 - Villanova University. All rights...