Global EMBA Curriculum
The 50-credit Global EMBA curriculum will develop your capacity as an executive to think strategically, while building the leadership skills for which Notre Dame is famous.
This program immerses you in a global context, preparing you for the dynamic challenges of today’s business environment. By integrating global perspectives throughout your learning, you’ll be equipped to navigate the complexities of global markets and diverse business landscapes.
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 global business dynamics. Through this blend of teamwork, global immersion experiences, and rigorous academic study, you will emerge as a strategic leader ready to make impactful decisions in an ever-evolving global 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 Global Immersion
Global Integration in Asia
Fall
Monthly Residencies at Notre Dame
March Global Immersion
Global Impact in South America
Spring
Monthly Residencies at Notre Dame
Global EMBA Course Overview
Explore the comprehensive offerings of the Global EMBA curriculum. Click below to view the course listings, and refer to the link in this section for detailed descriptions.
- Executive Integral Leadership
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Statistical Analytics
- Global Immersion – Global Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Investments
- Leadership and Decision Making
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Cost Management
- Equity Valuation
- Automation and Artificial Intelligence in Marketing
- Global Immersion – Global Finance Practicum
- Business Law
- Foundations of Ethical Business Conduct
- Data & Tech for Senior Leaders
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation
- Design Thinking & Innovation
- Strategic Planning for Growth
- Negotiations
- Global Immersion – International Capstone
- Corporate Governance
- EIL Applied Learning
- Applied Consumer Science
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 global immersion will take place in Europe, 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.
Global Integration in Asia
The second global immersion takes you to Asia, where you will deepen your understanding of global business dynamics and apply the foundational knowledge gained earlier in the program. This immersion goes beyond theory, giving you the opportunity to work on real business challenges with a global partner. You will engage in hands-on projects that require you to integrate complex global strategies and practices, applying solutions to real-world problems faced by multinational organizations.
Global Impact in South America
The third global immersion builds on your previous experiences by allowing you to apply systems thinking to a real-world business challenge in South America. 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 both business and government leaders, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique operational, regulatory, and cultural factors that influence business success in the region.