Executive MBA Curriculum
The 50-credit Executive MBA curriculum will develop your capacity as an executive to think strategically, while building the leadership skills for which Notre Dame is famous.
Designed for leaders navigating today’s complex business landscape, the program emphasizes not only results, but responsible results. You’ll strengthen your ability to make confident decisions under pressure, communicate with influence, lead with both clarity and conviction, and consider the broader impact of your decisions on people, organizations, and society.
Upon entering the program, you’ll join a small-group study team composed of professionals from various industries and backgrounds. This collaborative approach fosters a rich learning environment where you can leverage the unique skills and insights of your teammates, enhancing your understanding of business dynamics. Through this blend of teamwork, practical immersion experiences, and rigorous academic study, you will emerge as a strategic leader ready to make impactful decisions in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Orientation
Executive Integral Leadership
Fall
Monthly Residencies in South Bend
October Global Immersion
Global Integration in Europe
Spring
Monthly Residencies at Notre Dame
June Immersion
Asia or U.S. Location
Fall
Monthly Residencies at Notre Dame
March Immersion
South America or U.S. Location
Spring
Monthly Residencies at Notre Dame
Executive MBA Course Overview
Explore the comprehensive offerings of the EMBA curriculum. View the course listings below, and refer to the link in this section for detailed descriptions.
- Executive Integral Leadership
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Statistical Analytics
- Global Immersion — Introduction to Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Investments
- Conveying Visual Data Insights
- Leadership and Decision Making
- Strategic Cost Management
- Equity Valuation
- Global Immersion — Global Finance Practicum
- Business Law
- Foundations of Ethical Business Conduct
- Automation and Artificial Intelligence in Marketing
- Data and AI for Senior Leaders
- Strategic Management in the Age of AI
- Strategic Planning for Growth
- Global Immersion — Design Thinking
- Corporate Governance
- Applied Consumer Science
- Mergers and Acquisitions
*Course outline is an example and subject to change.
At the start of your EMBA journey, the foundation for your leadership development is built during the Now Irish orientation week, where you’ll participate in the Executive Integral Leadership (EIL) intensive. This one-week experience focuses on self-awareness and leadership development, providing a deep understanding of your strengths and how to maximize your effectiveness as a leader. With EIL principles woven throughout the program, this inside-out approach will help you understand your core values and personal leadership style, allowing you to make a positive impact on your teams, organizations, and the broader business community.
Global Integration in Europe
Your first immersion will take place in Dublin, Ireland, where you'll explore the business landscape, cultural nuances, and strategies of global organizations. This experience provides a solid foundation in global business principles and cross-cultural leadership, equipping you to navigate international markets effectively. You will learn to frame problems holistically, balancing multiple perspectives to develop a resilient and thoughtful approach to solving complex business challenges.
Business Foundations Asia or U.S. Location
The second global immersion could take you to Asia or you can opt to do the U.S.-based immersion, where you will deepen your understanding of business dynamics and apply the foundational knowledge gained earlier in the program. Wherever you study, this immersion goes beyond theory, giving you the opportunity to work on real business challenges with a corporate partner. You will engage in hands-on projects that require you to integrate complex strategies and practices, applying solutions to real-world problems faced by multinational organizations.
Business Impact in South America or U.S. Location
The third immersion builds on your previous experiences by allowing you to apply systems thinking to a real-world business challenge either in South America or the U.S. This immersion emphasizes a holistic approach to problem-solving, enabling you to develop a rigorous yet adaptable strategy for addressing global business challenges. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with business leaders, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique operational, regulatory, and cultural factors that influence business success.