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Mike,

We do a lot of pre-admissions counseling, and I would recommend this in your case. We can schedule time for you to speak directly with a program director about your specific situation. Specifically regarding GMAT: We review your score along with the rest of your application and are looking for the total package, rather than a specific GMAT score. That being said, we require the GMAT for our programs because it provides a good indication - along with your undergraduate transcripts - of whether you will be prepared for the quantitative rigor of the program. GMAT scores are good for 5 years; if yours are older than that, you will need to re-take the test.

Why don't you give me a call, and we can talk some more. 919-962-2499.

Christine Ferrell

MBA for Executives Staff

Sumit,

Hello. We view GMAT as part of your entire application package, so we really are not focused on a particular score. That being said, the average GMAT for the Weekend Program generally falls in the 600-620 range. However, I am not recommending that you need to be within that range. We want to know that you are able to handle the quantitative rigor of the Program, so we will evaluate GMAT alongside your college transcripts and work experience.

If you want to discuss further, give me a call 919-962-2499.

Josh,

Our admissions committee takes considerable time to become familiar with each applicant's full package, which includes a number of elements in addition to undergraduate grades: professional work experience, essays, recommendations, GMAT score and an in-person interview. If you did not "bloom," as you put it, until after your college years, I recommend using your interview to explain how you've grown and will be successful in the MBA for Executives Programs. We're most interested in helping to shape the leader that you could become. If you're concerned that you may need to brush up on your quantitative skills, there are a number of classes you can take to prep for the Program. In the meantime, just give us a call, and we can talk with you about your specific situation before you even apply. My number is: 919-962-2499.

Christine Ferrell

Rahul,

Yes. Our executive MBA students have a variety of academic and professional backgrounds. While we do not require any prerequisite courses, we do require that students have a basic knowledge of accounting, finance, statistics and microeconomics. We can meet with you one-on-one to determine if you need to brush up on these skills. And, we offer review workshops on these topics to incoming students.

Christine Ferrell, Director of Marketing & Business Development

Jose,

I'm glad you're interested in our programs. Someone from our office will contact you tomorrow.

Christine Ferrell, Director, Marketing and Business Development

Brian,

Prior to the beginning of each program start, we offer two refresher courses; they are offered on weekends. Each of the two weekend sessions covers three primary areas: microeconomics, accounting and probability/statistics. Many incoming students attend these classes, which are offered for a nominal fee. In addition, we provide all admitted students with some prep tools to review before starting the program. These tools include some online resources to help you brush up on your skills.

If, however, you believe you need to review your quantitative skills prior to taking the GMAT or applying to the EMBA Program, we may recommend a number of options, including taking a college-level course. We would want to talk with you and discuss your individual situation before making a specific recommendation. I will be in touch directly to learn more about your needs.

Christine Ferrell, EMBA Staff

Absolutely. We do a lot of pre-application counseling to help applicants determine what they can do to submit the best possible application. We can conduct this in person or over the phone. To schedule a meeting, call our office at 962-8863 and ask to speak to the director of the program you're interested in. That would be Holly Rice for Evening Program, Anne-Marie Summers for the Weekend Program, or Jim Britton for the OneMBA Program. They will be the persons you meet with. You may also always contact me directly at 962-2499, and I can help coordinate your visit.

Christine

Steven,

I completely understand your concern. While it's always best to apply earlier rather than later, it's equally as important to submit the best application possible. If for you, completing the the review course prior to taking the GMAT helps your application, I agree it's the best course of action. We always keep spots available at each deadline, so you still have a solid opportunity for admittance. It's just that the final deadline is slightly more competitive because fewer spots are still available. That being said, I think you are making the right decision.

I'm happy to speak further with you about your application, if you wish to do so: 919-949-1190.

Christine