The Walton Executive MBA is designed for students who are already working as managers or executives. The Sam M. Walton College of Business blends the flexibility of online coursework with the engagement of face-to-face learning. Required monthly gatherings at our top-ranked, accredited business school encourage business professionals to network, share and grow.

An MBA degree is invaluable for students who want to improve their leadership and management skills, advance their careers, or change careers. Since more than 30 companies are represented in each class, the networking opportunities are incredible.

Tracks include:

Business Analytics
General Business Administration
Finance
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Retail
Supply Chain

The healthcare administration concentration is offered in partnership with the U of A for Medical Sciences. Study with world-class faculty online, with weekend classroom instruction once per month on the Fayetteville campus.

Perfect for the Working Professional

Jerra Nalley, a Walton Executive MBA alumna, discusses how the program gave her the necessary skills, experience, and connections to embark on a new career: Creator and Director of Leisurlist.

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Executive MBA Curriculum Focus

Because the Walton College is located in the heart of the retail industry, we have designed our Executive MBA curriculum with a strong foundation in the value chain and the consumer-packaged goods industry.

We focus on applications-based learning through cases and projects that can be quickly applied to your current workplace. By organizing around the value chain, the Walton Executive MBA (EMBA) blends theory with analysis of real-world business solutions.

Admission

All admissions requirements can be found on the Graduate School of Business website.

GMAT/GRE Waiver

A GMAT or GRE score is required, unless you qualify for a test waiver. Please visit the Master's Program section of the University catalog for more information.
Unofficial copies can be uploaded for an initial application review (official copies are needed to finalize admission).

For more information please email gsb@walton.uark.edu.

Success Stories

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There’s different emphases. We've got doctors and lawyers in the program, like people from all walks of life. I think no matter the field that you're in, you can apply at least something from this program. I think that you can develop your career in any field if you do this."

Will Smith

Little Rock, AR
Executive MBA

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The reputation of the university was a key factor in my decision to attend the U of A; the university has very strong credentials. I made the decision that it was something that I was going to do, and the timing was right. The hybrid program makes it all possible. It is an excellent program."

Cedric Haulcy

Bentonville, AR
Executive MBA

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I launched a company, Horizon Health Solutions, through UA’s New Venture Development program, and we are going through the business plan competition circuit. It’s been an incredible experience."