Prospective Students | Getting Admitted
FAQs
1. What makes the Global MBA so different from a more traditional MBA?
2. The Global MBA is one of the masters degrees offered by the UW Oshkosh College of Business, which is internationally accredited by AACSB. What does AACSB accreditation mean?
3. Are all the classes taught in English?
4. How can you reserve a seat in the next cohort?
5. How many students are enrolled in each cohort?
6. What happens when UW Oshkosh reaches its 10 student maximum?
7. How much of a time commitment is involved in this program?
8. Can I work full-time while completing the Global MBA?
9. Can I pursue an emphasis in the Global MBA?
10. What kinds of electives can I take?
11. Is work experience required?
12. What is the cost for the Global MBA?
13. What does the cost include?
14. What is not included in the cost?
15. Can I get financial aid?
16. Can I pay as I go?
17. Can I pay the entire amount at the beginning of the program?
18. When can I be admitted?
19. When should I apply?
20. Do I have to take the GMAT or GRE?
21. Are there any prerequisites that I need to be concerned about?
22. When should I take the Level I Foundation Courses?
23. Can I start the Global MBA Core Courses before the Foundation Courses are done?
24. How long does the program take?
25. Do I need a passport?
26. Who are the instructors for the Global MBA courses?
27. Are the onsite meetings in Oshkosh, Germany, and India required?
28. What are the dates for the onsite meetings?
29. How can I request a Global MBA Viewbook?
30. Is there someone I can contact who can answer my questions about the Global MBA?
1. What makes the Global MBA so different from a more traditional MBA?
Many things. The Global MBA (GMBA) requires travel to both Germany and India, most MBA programs do not require international travel. All GMBA degree courses focus on international topics and issues and are taught by instructors from the U.S., Germany, and India. The admissions process is rigorous and selective. Each cohort is comprised of 10 students from UW Oshkosh. 10 students from Germany and 10 students from India. And, you will have many opportunities to network with both students and faculty from Germany and India.
2. The Global MBA is one of the masters degrees offered by the UW Oshkosh College of Business, which is internationally accredited by AACSB. What does AACSB accreditation mean?
AACSB is an acronym for the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the oldest and most prestigious international accrediting body specifically for Schools/Colleges of Business. AACSB accreditation is difficult to achieve and difficult to maintain. Fewer than 20% of business programs in the U.S.and fewer than 15% of business programs world-wide have achieved AACSB accreditation. AACSB accreditation guarantees that you will be taught by full-time, Ph.D.-qualified faculty who have strong academic credentials and are professionally active in consulting, applied research, and serve on boards of profit and non-profit organizations. It guarantees that you will participate in a curriculum that is comprehensive, current, and blends theory with practice.
3. Are all the classes taught in English?
Yes, all are taught in English.
4. How can you reserve a seat in the next cohort?
By applying, getting admitted, and submitting the $2,000 non-refundable deposit.
5. How many students are enrolled in each cohort?
There will be a maximum of 10 student each from UW Oshkosh, Darmstadt University in Germany and T.A. Pai Institute in India -- or a maximum of 30 students in each cohort.
6. What happens when UW Oshkosh reaches its 10 student maximum?
We will begin a waiting list, in case one of the 10 students withdraws before the August start date. If no one withdraws, all students on the waiting list will join the next cohort the following August.
7. How much of a time commitment is involved in this program?
We recommend you reserve at least 15 hours per week for Global MBA course work.
8. Can I work full-time while completing the Global MBA?
Yes, but we recommend you limit your work hours to no more than 40-45 hours per week.
9. Can I pursue an emphasis in the Global MBA?
No specific emphases are available in the Global MBA. International/Global Business, of course, is pervasive throughout the curriculum.
10. What kinds of electives can I take?
Electives are not available in the Global MBA. However, you will have an opportunity to pursue a topic of your choice in the Global MBA Capstone course at the end of the program.
11. Is work experience required?
Yes, you will need at least 3-5 years of professional work experience to be considered for admission.
12. What is the cost for the Global MBA?
The total cost for the August 2007 cohort is $35,000. This is subject to change, however, we anticipate the August 2009 cohort cost to be $38,000-$40,000.
13. What does the cost include?
The cost of the program includes all tuition, books, travel to Germany and India, accommodations while in Oshkosh, Germany and India, and most meals. A few evening meals will be at the student's expense.
14. What is not included in the cost?
Any travel to Oshkosh, a few evening meals, and incidental expenses.
15. Can I get financial aid?
Yes, all students are eligible for student loans that cover the entire cost of the program plus some additional expenses. In addition, some students might be eligible for Advanced Opportunity grants or scholarships. Please review the Financial Information web page provided by the Office of Graduate Studies.
16. Can I pay as I go?
Yes, in fact there is a schedule of payments on the Global Program/Travel schedule. Invoices will be sent to you following this schedule.
17. Can I pay the entire amount at the beginning of the program?
Yes, you can.
18. When can I be admitted?
We process admissions throughout the year even though the program begins in August. A non-refundable deposit of $2,000 holds a seat for you in the next cohort. You cannot submit the deposit, however, until you have gone through the admission process.
19. When should I apply?
We strongly encourage you to apply and get admitted as soon as possible. This is particularly important for two reasons: 1) to receive priority registration in Level I Foundation Courses (if you need them), and 2) to have first priority in reserving a seat for the next cohort.
20. Do I have to take the GMAT or GRE?
It depends. If you have earned a domestic masters or higher degree, you do not need to take the GMAT or GRE. If you have earned one of the professional certifications listed on our web site, you do not need to take the GMAT or GRE. If you have neither of the above, then the answer is yes, you will need to provide a GMAT or GRE score in your application portfolio.
21. Are there any prerequisites that I need to be concerned about?
The only prerequisites for the Global MBA Core Courses are the Level I Foundation Courses.
22. When should I take the Level I Foundation Courses?
You can enroll in Level I Foundation Courses either before OR after you are admitted. However, due to the increasing demand for our online Foundation Courses, we recommend you get admitted to the Global MBA sooner rather than later. Admitted students have a higher priority when registering for classes. A schedule of classes can be found on the MBA web site.
23. Can I start the Global MBA Core Courses before the Foundation Courses are done?
Unfortunately, you cannot. The Global MBA Core Courses are very intense and time-consuming and all instructors will assume you have completed all the Level I Foundation Courses. If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact Lynn Mozingo.
24. How long does the program take?
Once all the Level I Foundation Courses are complete, the program takes a total of 19 months. Each cohort begins in July and ends 19 months later. You can take as long as you need to complete the Level I Foundation Courses.
25. Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a valid U.S. passport to travel to Germany and India. If you are a U.S. citizen and do not have a passport, please begin the process as soon as possible. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please contact Lynn Mozingo for travel and visa information.
26. Who are the instructors for the Global MBA courses?
The Core Course are taught equally by the full-time, Ph.D. qualified faculty from UW Oshkosh, Darmstadt University in Germany, and the T.A. Pai Management Institute in India.
27. Are the onsite meetings in Oshkosh, Germany, and India required?
Yes, you cannot complete the Global MBA without fully participating in each of the required onsite meetings.
28. What are the dates for the onsite meetings?
Please refer to the Class & Payment schedule on the GMBA web site.
29. How can I request a Global MBA Viewbook?
A request can be made by completing the online request form.
30. Is there someone I can contact who can answer my questions about the Global MBA?
Yes, you can contact Lynn Mozingo who is the Operations Director for the College of Business Graduate Programs. Lynn has been involved with the Global MBA since its inception. You can reach Lynn by email or phone (920) 424-1436.