COURSE CURRICULUM

The Executive MBA program at University of Colorado Denver is a flexible 48-credit-hour program designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance into executive leadership roles without interrupting their careers. Completed in 18 months, the curriculum consists of 15 core courses that combine essential business foundations such as accounting, finance, leadership, marketing, and strategy with innovative and industry-relevant subjects that prepare students for modern executive responsibilities. The program emphasizes practical learning, allowing students to immediately apply classroom concepts and leadership tools within their organizations. A key feature of the curriculum is the international trip course, where students participate in global business experiences through classroom preparation and approximately two weeks of international travel. During this experience, students collaborate in teams on consulting projects for companies in the host country while gaining exposure to international business operations, global teamwork, and executive-level management practices. The program uses a hybrid learning structure that balances flexibility with meaningful engagement. Students attend on-campus classes two weekends each term, participating in lectures, discussions, and collaborative group activities with faculty and peers. Online learning is delivered through platforms such as Canvas and Zoom, providing access to assignments, presentations, and interactive discussions from home or work. The Executive MBA faculty are carefully selected from both academia and industry, with instructors coming from CU Denver, other universities across the country, and executive leadership positions in various industries. This diverse faculty brings practical expertise, professional insight, and real-world business experience directly into the classroom, creating a highly engaging and transformative learning environment. The program combines leadership development, international business exposure, flexible learning, and strong networking opportunities to help experienced professionals strengthen their strategic thinking, management capabilities, and long-term career growth in competitive global business environments.